In 1985, Dr. Bill Bright established Jesus Film Project as a ministry under Cru. Our initial purpose was to make the most of the incredible outreach opportunities that accompanied the 1979 film adaptation of the New Testament Gospels, JESUS. At the time Dr. Bright founded the ministry, the JESUS film had already been translated into 100 languages—but we saw the potential for much more.
Today, with the help of many ministry partners, Jesus Film Project has translated the JESUS film into more than 2,000 languages, and the film has been shown to billions of people all over the globe. By God’s grace, through this monumental translation work, some people groups without a written language of their own have experienced Jesus’ story in their own heart languages. And to date, more than 600 million people have decided to follow Jesus after watching this film.
Over time, the focus of Jesus Film Project has grown beyond a single film to include a library of media tools, strategies and resources to equip believers and help fulfill the Great Commission.
We’re more than the JESUS film
We believe that film is a powerful way to break communication barriers and help people grasp new ideas and concepts. That’s why Jesus Film Project has added feature-length movies, short films and series to its growing collection of free resources, most of which are available in multiple languages.
Alongside the original JESUS film, this collection includes the Gospel of John and the Book of Acts. You’ll also find beautifully animated series like Retelling the Good Story, Do You Ever Wonder . . .? and a library of more than 60 thoughtful short films from all around the world. In total, we have more than 700 inspiring and informative videos.
These videos are free to watch and share. You can watch them at JesusFilm.org/watch, our YouTube channel, or the free Jesus Film Project mobile app.
Tools and resources for sharing the gospel
Along with the Jesus Film Project App, we’re working hard with our partners to provide equipment, tools, resources and strategies for reaching everyone, everywhere, with the story of Jesus.
When our ministry began, missionaries worked diligently to carry equipment around the world so they could set up screenings of the JESUS film in a location without the resources to do so.
Over the years, we’ve continued to build on this legacy of powerful equipment and innovation. One of our equipment sets used to show the film today fits in a backpack that weighs just seventeen pounds and can be solar-powered.
The NewLifeBox™ kit is another example of equipment helping to revolutionize the mission field. This technology fits in your pocket, and anytime you use it in a public place like an airport or cafe, people searching for a wi-fi signal will discover a message from you on their device. . This message might say something like, “Download a free film about Jesus.” People can then download and watch the film privately—even in the most gospel-resistant areas.
Join us in fulfilling the Great Commission
If you’re interested in being part of what the Jesus Film Project is doing worldwide, you can get involved in several ways. Help us share Jesus’ story with the world!
Prayer and support
Our vision can only be achieved through God’s involvement and intervention. We need people like you praying with and for us. You can access prayer packets and guides on our prayer page to help direct your prayers toward specific needs.
Your support is integral to helping us share the story of Jesus all over the globe. You can make a tax-free donation or even set up regular, automatic giving. You can choose to support specific projects or purchase from our gift catalog to help missionary teams.
Visit our website for more giving ideas and opportunities.
Resources and strategies
If you want to become a more effective ambassador for Jesus to the people around you, we have many tools available.
- Jesus Film Project mobile app
Share all of our films and videos with people no matter where you are with this free app. - We Are All Missionaries
Grow in your relationship with God using our free, four-week curriculum series. Inspire churches, small groups, Bible studies and families to follow the Great Commission. - Share Jesus in your community
There are many people in our communities who need Jesus. Sharing the gospel with our neighbors and their families can be as simple as befriending them and sharing JESUS film resources in whatever language is closest to their heart. - Story of the Soul
Story of the Soul is an interactive art event that anyone can host and customize. Using music, poetry, spoken word, pop culture, films, photography—anything you consider art—you can help people explore the story of their soul and hear the story of Jesus, too.
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