JESUS Film Harvest Partners

Questions & Answers

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• How do I get a copy of the JESUS Film?
• The JESUS Film is available in multiple languages through The Jesus Film Project (a division of Campus Crusade for Christ). Call 1-800-432-1997 or purchased on-line.
• What equipment do I need for a JESUS Film showing?
• To get started, all you need is the JESUS Film, a DVD player, a projector, and a screen. For the screen, you can use a bed sheet, the side of a building, or a folding screen; you are only limited by your imagination.
• Where can I buy equipment used by JESUS Film Harvest Partners?
• The majority of our equipment is purchased through Campus Crusade for Christ. Call 1-407-826-2300 or purchase on-line
  
  Here is a complete list of vendors (PDF)
• How do I set up the equipment?
• Here is the link to the complete equipment set-up instructions used on the field: Setup and Maintenance 2007-Fender (PDF)
• Does JESUS Film Harvest Partners (JFHP) sell equipment?
• JFHP does not sell equipment. However, just as the ministry provides sets of equipment for JESUS Film teams on the field, it will also provide a set of equipment to your local church for ministry purposes. The cost of a full equipment set for a USA/Canada church is the same as it is for the field--$6,000.
  
  Contact Rusty Robbins at 1-913-663-5700 x103 for additional information.
• Can someone from JESUS Film Harvest Partners come help us do a showing?
• Though we are not able to physically be there to help you with a showing, we would be happy to help point you in the right direction as best as we can if you contact us.
  
  Although it would be great to be with you, we have found the best person to serve in your local community is YOU. Even around the world, it is the JESUS Film team members (locals/nationals) who foster the relationships. Missionaries only stay a little while.
• Who can help us be successful in using the JESUS Film?
• There are many individuals and groups who have come up with creative ways to share the gospel through the use of the JESUS Film. Several people have graciously provided their contact information and a brief summary of their successes. You are welcome to contact them. - (Success Stories)
• Are there other tools we can use with the JESUS Film?
• Yes, there are several evangelistic tools that nicely compliment the JESUS Film—the EvangeCube, evangelism balls (soccer, basketball, volleyball), and the evangelism hackey sack. Each tool provides a simple way to share the gospel.
• Are there follow-up questions we can ask after a person has watched the JESUS film or been given the film to watch?
• Yes. You can use the following questions to determine how open the person is and how far along he/she is in accepting Jesus. If he/she prayed the prayer, then move to disciple-making (click on Follow-Up & Discipleship for more information). Your goal is to move the person toward whatever process your church has for personally discipling new believers.
  
  For each of the questions below, the answers may vary: "yes," "no," or "I don't know." The idea is to follow each question and answer with different questions?all designed to lead the individual to make a decision for Christ.
  1. Were you able to watch the film?
     "Yes", move to #2. "No", may I come back in 2 weeks and ask again?
  2. Did anybody watch it with you?
     "Yes," ask who (so you can follow up with them too). "No," go to #3.
  3. What was your favorite part of the film?
     This question is intended to help them review the film in their minds. You are also trying to see if they have any unanswered questions. Respond to their questions/comments.
  4. Did you notice there was a prayer at the end?
     "Yes," go to #5. "No," tell them prayer is one way we connect with the God of the film personally. If they say, "yes, but I did not know if it would work," you have an opportunity to tell them prayer does work and ask if they would like to pray at that moment.
  5. Did you say a prayer?
     "Yes," ask them their understanding of what they did. "No," ask if they have any questions; then ask if they would like to pray at that moment.
  6. Would you like more (fill in the blank)?
     Depending on where they are in the salvation process, you can ask if they would like more information. If they express interest in joining you in a basic discipleship study or Bible study so they can learn more and grow, show them where they can begin. (click on Follow-Up & Discipleship for a few ideas.)
• Can we create a JESUS Film team in our church or on our district?
• We would love to see the same level of commitment in USA & Canada as we see through the JESUS Film teams around the world. You are welcome to create a JESUS Film team with the understanding that all funding, support, and direction would come from your local church or district.
  
  JESUS Film Harvest Partners would continue to be a resource to help fill any gaps.
• What are the different versions of the JESUS Film?
• There are currently three versions of the JESUS Film:
  • The JESUS Film - Classic (94 minutes)
  • Story of JESUS for Children (62 minutes) a child's perspective
  • Magdalena - Through Her Eyes (60 minutes) a woman's perspective
• What video resources are available to reach different groups?
• Here are a few examples:
  • English as a Second Language class (ESL Windows to the World curriculum)
  • Women's Shelter (Magdalena DVD)
  • Retirement Center (Children's Version of the JESUS Film)
  • Christian Schools (Children's Version of the JESUS Film)
  • Church school chapel (portions of the Children's Version of the JESUS Film)
  • Ladies Bible Study (Magdalena: Reflections of Hope - a Bible study format)
• Where can I get a presentation about JESUS Film Harvest Partners to share the ministry with others?
• Several Power Point presentations are available and videos can be found at the Nazarene Media Library by searching “JESUS Film”

If you have further questions not answered on this site, please contact us.