The Da Vinci Code

[CurliDiva]

Does anyone plan to BOYCOTT this movie due to religious convictions?

Many Christian groups including the Catholic church is calling for a boycott because of the film depiction of Jesus and the Church. What do you think?

TIA

 

[sithembile]

I'm certainly not going to see it.

 

[Allandra]

Does anyone plan to BOYCOTT this movie due to religious convictions?

Many Christian groups including the Catholic church is calling for a boycott because of the film depiction of Jesus and the Church. What do you think?

TIA

I have no intentions of boycotting this movie. I plan to see it, but not the weekend that it's released (too crowded).

 

[star]

I encourage Christians not to sow seeds into something that mocks God. Why would a Christian take money God gave them and hand it over to the devil so they can prosper? Makes not sense to me this movie in my opinion is not even worth talking about.

 

[Belle Du Jour]

I don't plan to see it because I feel like I have to guard my mind from things that are so subversive to the truth of God. Even though I know it's fiction and would probably be a very good movie, I don't want to see it.

 

[LovelyZ]

I don't think I will see it, but not because of a religious conviction. I'm just not interested.

My faith would not be challenged by a movie or anything else that superficial and I don't have a problem with the persons who created the movie expressing a belief different from my own.

 

[trinigul]

I can't wait to see it. Enjoyed the book. It was a thriller and nothing more to me.

 

[mkh_77]

I encourage Christians not to sow seeds into something that mocks God. Why would a Christian take money God gave them and hand it over to the devil so they can prosper? Makes not sense to me this movie in my opinion is not even worth talking about.

It's fiction, and I don't believe it "mock God."

If someone's faith is challenged by a work of fiction, then that person needs to re-evaluate their belief system.

 

[CurliDiva]

I don't think this movie will change a believer's faith, but the agrument is that lay people may be swayed by the mix history, facts and fiiction.

I had no desire to see the "gay" cowboy movie that was the hype last year, but I am undecided about see this movie.

For now, I'll plan to see XMen III!

 

[prettywhitty]

The issue is not that it is a work of fiction, it is that the author is claiming that the background for which the story is based is true-that Jesus was married, and the Church tried to hide it. The story is an attack on the deity of Jesus and I don't want to support that.

 

[mkh_77]

The issue is not that it is a work of fiction, it is that the author is claiming that the background for which the story is based is true-that Jesus was married, and the Church tried to hide it. The story is an attack on the deity of Jesus and I don't want to support that.

The author's claim is what makes the issue of this book/movie a work of fiction. If he had solid facts, it would be non-fiction and would be presented in another fashion.

 

[star]

The issue is not that it is a work of fiction, it is that the author is claiming that the background for which the story is based is true-that Jesus was married, and the Church tried to hide it. The story is an attack on the deity of Jesus and I don't want to support that.

This is the point exactly. The idea is to put the thought in someone's mind especailly if it is a weak mind or someone who does not have all the facts. If it was so fictional why did they use real characters names? They call it fiction to avoid lawsuits and controversary from the Church. The devil always throws out a bone to see who will chase it. It think the new movie "Akeleha and Bee" by Larry Fishborne is worth seeing.

 

[mkh_77]

This is the point exactly. The idea is to put the thought in someone's mind especailly if it is a weak mind or someone who does not have all the facts. If it was so fictional why did they use real characters names? They call it fiction to avoid lawsuits and controversary from the Church. The devil always throws out a bone to see who will chase it. It think the new movie "Akeleha and Bee" by Larry Fishborne is worth seeing.

The book and movie and for entertainment purposes, plain and simple. The only people I've seen making a big deal out of them and making more out of the situation than what it is are church folk.

 

[Niara]

I don't plan to see it because I feel like I have to guard my mind from things that are so subversive to the truth of God. Even though I know it's fiction and would probably be a very good movie, I don't want to see it.

It's so important as Christians that we guard our senses from things that may seem harmless and entertaining but can have far reaching effects. The devil uses our five senses to tempt us into sin. I find the premise of the movie insulting to Jesus and I would not support something that puts my savior in an untruthful light.

 

[hallcust]

Amen dear sister. I totally agree!

 

[mkh_77]

It's so important as Christians that we guard our senses from things that may seem harmless and entertaining but can have far reaching effects. The devil uses our five senses to tempt us into sin. I find the premise of the movie insulting to Jesus and I would not support something that puts my savior in an untruthful light.

Then I guess we should just all stay in our homes and never turn on the tv or read a newspaper or magazine. You should also give away ALL of your money considering all of the ungodly symbols and whatnot that cover all those bills and coins!

 

[redeemed516]

I think that all christians should see it. If you don't want to give your money to theatres fine, but we have to walk circumspectly (sp). We should not be afraid to see what is out there. Lies are being put in motion everyday and i believe that we should be aware of what's being said.

 

[Zeal]

I am not boycotting -- just not going.

I refuse to see anything that is going to clash with my spirit. Harry Potter, movies dealing with demons. They all are on the same boat.

I consider good fiction, books like Left Behind.

This is just me personally. If you choose to see it, do not insult those who choose not to. This is how I'm living.

For the babes in Christ I just say, be careful of the milk that you are drinking. Seasoned Saints - be careful of how you season your meat.


I will not entertain my spirit with these types of things. We must be very careful what we entertain. Satan wants to sift us like wheat, and even destroy us. If Jesus is in you, why would you want to force him to watch foolishness? We already subject him to enough foolishness as it is. We must protect our gates. Ear, Eye, and memory. Allowing certain things to enter into our gates may hurt us in the long run. These things hang around in the mind .

Do you know how powerful the mind is. We have sub-subconscious. Garbage in, garbage stays. How many times have you had a flash back of some foolishness that went down in your life/past that you would rather forget? We should protect our spirits. Don’t think that you are so strong that it can not be infiltrated. Protect the entrance to your gates. The gates are doorways for unclean spirits.

I said all of this to say no. I will not be going to see this movie. IF you don't stand for something, you will fall for anything.

 

[Trini"T"]

I will not be watching this crap. It's not about being afraid to see it or being close-minded. I'm fully aware of the evil that is circulating today and I just don't understand why I should support it by going to watch the movie. I'm not going to put my money in the pockets of those who are trying to make my Jesus look like a damn fool.

 

[mkh_77]

I'm not going to put my money in the pockets of those who are trying to make my Jesus look like a damn fool.

Have you looked at the symbols on your money lately? I ask because those symbols tie into points made in the book. And my point is that some of what is dealt with in the book we physically TOUCH daily. Those things are put into our subconscious early on. Don't think you aren't already a participant.

And, for the record, I am NOT belittling anyone who chooses not to see this movie--that's your choice and I respect that. I just don't think misinformation about the content of the movie or book should be spread to encourage others not to see the movie or read the book. How will you know how to defend your beliefs if you don't know what you are defending them against?

 

[Trini"T"]

Have you looked at the symbols on your money lately? I ask because those symbols tie into points made in the book. And my point is that some of what is dealt with in the book we physically TOUCH daily. Those things are put into our subconscious early on. Don't think you aren't already a participant.

And, for the record, I am NOT belittling anyone who chooses not to see this movie--that's your choice and I respect that. I just don't think misinformation about the content of the movie or book should be spread to encourage others not to see the movie or read the book. How will you know how to defend your beliefs if you don't know what you are defending them against?

I don't care about the symbols on money and I don't care how it ties into the book. I'm supposed to stop using money because of the symbols it has on it? I use money to buy things I need. A ticket to see The Da Vinci Code is not one of the things I need. I'm not going to support anything I don't agree with by contributing money to it. This movie is not a necessity so I'll pass.

 

[mkh_77]

I don't care about the symbols on money and I don't care how it ties into the book. I'm supposed to stop using money because of the symbols it has on it?

Exactly. So why decide that some "ungodly" things are ok while others aren't?

Like I previously wrote, do what you will, but some people's rationales have me confused. That's all.

 

[Trini"T"]

Exactly. So why decide that some "ungodly" things are ok while others aren't?

Like I previously wrote, do what you will, but some people's rationales have me confused. That's all.

Yup well I just said that I do need money to buy my necessities. Do I need this movie for anything?? Is it a necessity?? Why should I waste money on something I don't support just so they can continue creating junk like this...especially if I don't need to?

 

[Belle Du Jour]

I don't think it's necessary to understand another person's rationale. If someone states that she doesn't want to see the movie and gives her reasoning, that should be enough.

 

[mkh_77]

I don't think it's necessary to understand another person's rationale. If someone states that she doesn't want to see the movie and gives her reasoning, that should be enough.

I think it is important to understand someone's rationale when they are telling you that it's ok to use something with ungodly symbols but it's not ok to read or watch something with those same ungodly symbols. That's contradictory and it doesn't make sense.

 

[Belle Du Jour]

Ok, if you're referring to money, there's no need to explain why we all use it. I'm sorry, but needing an explanation for that makes no sense to me. You can't not use money. You can choose to not see a movie if you don't want to.

 

[mkh_77]

Ok, if you're referring to money, there's no need to explain why we all use it. I'm sorry, but needing an explanation for that makes no sense to me. You can't not use money. You can choose to not see a movie if you don't want to.

My point is broader than that, money was just an example. There are many things that we do as Christians that aren't Christ-centered, and it's just interesting to me when people begin to harp on certain things while overlooking the others.

 

[Zeal]

...Umm. I am not trying to start anything, but what do the symbols on Money have to do with Jesus' ministry. What does it have to do with his life? I know the true story.

What is the big deal? Some people do not wish to see it. For those of you who are going, fine.

All I ask is that people protect their gates. NOT JUST FROM THIS MOVIE protect it from what you can. I am not saying stay locked in your house. However being like the "desert fathers" ain't a bad idea.

 

[Belle Du Jour]

mkh77, Well, isn't that a bit judgemental? What convicts me might not convict you and vice versa. If I think something is wrong and you don't, why does one of us have to be right? We just have a difference of opinions.

 

[Belle Du Jour]

What is the big deal? Some people do not wish to see it. For those of you who are going, fine.

That's what I'm getting at: some people said yes and gave their reasons. Some people said no and gave their reasons. Why can't we leave it at that instead of saying there are other things that could be considered wrong but we still do?