Practical Christianity

EXPLORING LOST

Guests: Dr. John Ankerberg with Dillon Burroughs

In this series Dr. Ankerberg and Burroughs examine the following questions:

Part One: What Does LOST Reveal about Christianity?

• What is the cultural impact of LOST ?

• Is LOST a Christian show?

• What does LOST say about God and the Bible?

• Discover some of the numerous biblical allusions and names featured in the series (including Moses, Jacob, and even Jesus!)

• Why does LOST devote an entire episode to baptism and building a church?

• What is the story behind the Jesus stick?

• How could I use LOST to talk to a friend or to motivate me to grow in my relationship with Christ?

Part Two: What Does LOST Reveal about Other Religions?

• Discover quotes and allusions to more than 12 different faith systems in LOST

• How well does LOST represent other religious groups?

• What are the top religions featured in LOST?

• What is the significance of numbers in LOST?

• Does LOST promote the view that all religions lead essentially to the same place?

• How could I use LOST to share my faith with someone of a different faith?

Copyright: 2008, Number of Programs: 2, Cat. No. LOST, Suggested Gift:  $29.00

WHAT CAN BE FOUND IN LOST

Authors: Dr. John Ankerberg and Dillon Burroughs

A plane crash.  A remote island.  Strangers thrown together under unimaginable circumstances.  So begins the adventure of Lost. 

This immensely popular television show has captured the attention of millions...including you.  From week to week, you've tried to put together the pieces of the puzzle and yearned for answers to some of the big questions:  What secrets does the island hold?  How are the castaways connected?  What pasts are they trying ot hide?  Have they all been stranded on the island together for a reason?  Who's really in control?

Now you can explore the spiritual side of life on the island.  Join authors Ankerberg and Burroughs (both Lost enthusiasts) as they take a fascinating look at the issues of faith that regularly confront the castaways, including...

• the existence of God
• miracles
• redemption
• forgiveness
• the nature of good and evil
• destiny
• the afterlife

While not all of Lost's mysteries may ever be solved, you can find new insights and intriguing possibilities in this provocative and fan-friendly exploration.  See for yourself what can be found in Lost.

Copyright: 2007, 176 pages $15.00