Briscoe, Stuart - The Last Temptation of Christ

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The Last Temptation of Christ
by Stuart Briscoe
Text: Luke 4:1-14
Topic: Why the novel and film The Last Temptation of Christ are controversial
Big Idea: Jesus was never confused about his dual humanity and divinity.
Keywords:Christ, deity of; Christ, humanity of; Christ, incarnation of; Entertainment; Integrity; Movies; Satan; Self-Discipline; Sin; Temptation; Truth.


Introduction: The controversy over the film shows that feelings still run deep about Jesus 1,900 years after he lived on earth.

Novelist and director motivated by desire to understand Jesus.

Protesters are offended by film’s theological errors and assumptions.

As historical fiction, Last Temptation falls short in its portrayal of Jesus.

Focus can emerge from the film’s confused portrayal of Jesus.

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