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Episode 5: Spirit - A Deep Dive into Demon Possession, Miracles, and Faith, Study notes of Religious Studies

Reinhardt UniversityReligious Studies

In this episode of the series, we witness a more intense depiction of demon possession, the reuniting of jesus and john the baptist, and the disciples' encounter with the supernatural. The characters' interactions explore themes of faith, identity, and the power of miracles. Scripture reading, the role of disciples, and the belief in miracles are discussed in depth.

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Episode 5: Spirit
Quick Summary
**PARENTAL WARNING** This is the first episode that we feel really needs a parental warning
for season two. In this episode we see demon possession in a scarier way than we have seen it
on the show in the past. There’s a physical fighting scene that results. Parents of littles should
preview this episode beforehand. and may decide to skip a few minutes of this episode with
your younger kiddos.
Jesus and John the Baptist reunite for a moment. The disciples see demon possession up close.
Simon the Zealot catches up with the disciples and there might be consequences to that.
Read it in the Bible
Psalm 139; Matthew 8: 14-17 (Jesus heals and casts out demons) Matthew 10:1-8; Matthew
13:34-35
Mark 3:16-19, Luke 3:1-20 (John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus); Luke 4:31-37; Luke
6:7,11Luke 6:12-16 (There are several Simon’s listed in the New Testament, Simon the Zealot is
mentioned in lists of the disciples.) ‣
Characters
Jesus, Simon the Zealot, Jesse (the invalid), Shmuel (Pharisee), Atticus (Roman inspector), Mary
Magdalene, Ramah, Caleb (demon-possessed)
Getting Started
1. What is your one BIG question from this episode? (What captured your imagination
most, and what would you ask God about the events portrayed?)
2. What was your favorite moment from this episode?
3. What quote from this episode was the most meaningful/impactful to you? Why?
4. What was confusing to you about this episode?
5. Which characters stood out to you most? Which were most interesting? Most
moving? What character did you most identify with? Why?
6. What struck you most about this particular video session?
7. Was there any scene or truth that impacted you emotionally? What was it, explain?
Discussion Questions
1. Mary is teaching Ramah to read, using scripture. She is also teaching Matthew on the
side. What role does scripture reading play in your life? What fresh commitment can
you make to reading the Bible? What has held you back to this point?
2. Jesus tells Simon the Zealot that He has everything He needs, but he WANTS Simon with
Him. How did that scene make you feel? Have you felt like Simon?
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Episode 5: Spirit

Quick Summary

PARENTAL WARNING This is the first episode that we feel really needs a parental warning for season two. In this episode we see demon possession in a scarier way than we have seen it on the show in the past. There’s a physical fighting scene that results. Parents of littles should preview this episode beforehand. and may decide to skip a few minutes of this episode with your younger kiddos.

Jesus and John the Baptist reunite for a moment. The disciples see demon possession up close. Simon the Zealot catches up with the disciples and there might be consequences to that.

Read it in the Bible

Psalm 139; Matthew 8: 14-17 (Jesus heals and casts out demons) Matthew 10:1-8; Matthew 13:34- Mark 3:16-19, Luke 3:1-20 (John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus); Luke 4:31-37; Luke 6:7,11Luke 6:12-16 (There are several Simon’s listed in the New Testament, Simon the Zealot is mentioned in lists of the disciples.) ‣

Characters

Jesus, Simon the Zealot, Jesse (the invalid), Shmuel (Pharisee), Atticus (Roman inspector), Mary Magdalene, Ramah, Caleb (demon-possessed)

Getting Started

  1. What is your one BIG question from this episode? (What captured your imagination most, and what would you ask God about the events portrayed?)
  2. What was your favorite moment from this episode?
  3. What quote from this episode was the most meaningful/impactful to you? Why?
  4. What was confusing to you about this episode?
  5. Which characters stood out to you most? Which were most interesting? Most moving? What character did you most identify with? Why?
  6. What struck you most about this particular video session?
  7. Was there any scene or truth that impacted you emotionally? What was it, explain?

Discussion Questions

  1. Mary is teaching Ramah to read, using scripture. She is also teaching Matthew on the side. What role does scripture reading play in your life? What fresh commitment can you make to reading the Bible? What has held you back to this point?
  2. Jesus tells Simon the Zealot that He has everything He needs, but he WANTS Simon with Him. How did that scene make you feel? Have you felt like Simon?
  1. Did this episode change your perspective on the miracles that Jesus performed? Do they seem a little more real now?
  2. What do you think is going on with Mary Magdalene in this episode? Mary lets her past get the best of her and believes she isn’t worthy to stay at the camp and learn from Jesus. How do we keep ourselves, and each other, from feeling this way? How does your past interfere with your present?
  3. What stuck out to you most from the conversations between John and Jesus in this episode? What about the conversations about the Sanhedrin?
  4. The Pharisees cross-examine Jesse. Then Atticus also says to him, “I believe it was a miracle,” to which Jessie responds, “I know it was a miracle.” Do you believe in miracles today? Why or why not?
  5. Simon the Zealot saves Mary from Caleb’s attack. What did you think about that encounter with the demon and how Jesus responded? What do you believe about demons and their activity today?
  6. Simon the Zealot asks Jesus, “Why do you need someone like me?” Jesus responded, “I have everything I need. But I wanted you.” How does that impact you in reference to Jesus’ wanting you?
  7. Jesus and his cousin John the Baptist share a powerful conversation. John’s impatience with his perception of Jesus’ slowness shows. How do we demonstrate impatience with Jesus’ timing?
  8. Jesus is emotional upon John’s departure. What does this scene reveal about each character?
  9. Why do you think Schmuel the Pharisee is so set on discrediting Jesus? Do you ever see a similar attitude in people today?

Quotes

“Welcome back.” - Jesus to Caleb “I just dropped the basket and ran. I totally ignored the prayers in my hands.” – Mary “I’m going to tell stories that make sense to some people and not to others. That’s just how it is going to be.” -Jesus

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Closing Prayer spoken poetically:

On Jordan’s bank, the Baptist’s cry Announces that the Lord is nigh; Awake, and hearken, for he brings Glad tidings of the King of kings!

Then cleansed be every breast from sin; Make straight the way for God within;