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Deep Dive: The Case for Christ (2007)

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The Case for Christ
The film follows Lee Strobel, a former investigative journalist and atheist, as he investigates the validity of the Bible and the life of Jesus Christ over a two-year period. Strobel interviews various scholars and experts in theology and history, focusing particularly on the resurrection of Jesus and the reliability of the Gospel accounts. His research aims to challenge his own beliefs and ultimately leads to a significant transformation in his faith. Directed by Timothy Eaton, the documentary is based on Strobel's Gold-Medallion award-winning best-seller. It presents a detailed examination of the historical context of biblical events, providing insights from notable figures such as Mark Strauss and Craig Blomberg. The film's approach combines personal narrative with scholarly research, making it a thought-provoking exploration of Christianity.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Lee Strobel, a former atheist turned believer.
  • •Find out about the evidence for the resurrection of Jesus.
  • •See interviews with leading theology scholars.

Did You Know

•Lee Strobel spent two years investigating the Bible and Jesus Christ.
•The film is based on Strobel's Gold-Medallion award-winning book.
•Timothy Eaton directed the documentary released in 2007.
•The documentary features interviews with multiple theology experts.

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ChristianityTheology studiesInvestigative journalism