Hope feels fragile when life is uncertain—but Scripture reminds us where our true stronghold lies. In this episode, Amanda Jenkins, lead creator of The Chosen’s traditional content, joins the podcast to share the heart behind the new Season 5 Bible Study, Jesus Is Our Stronghold.

Drawing from Zechariah 9, the triumphal entry of Jesus, and the shifting emotional ground faced by the disciples, Amanda explains how this study invites believers to anchor their hope in Christ—especially during seasons of suffering, chaos, and unanswered prayer. The conversation also offers a behind-the-scenes look at filming the crucifixion scenes in Italy, the emotional toll on cast and crew, and why The Chosen continues to resonate with audiences across cultures and beliefs.

Highlights

• The central theme behind The Chosen Season 5 Bible Study

• Why Jesus as our stronghold matters in unstable seasons

• How Zechariah 9 shapes the foundation of the study

• Why The Chosen Bible studies prioritize Scripture over scenes

• The emotional and spiritual weight of filming the crucifixion

• How suffering reshapes where we place our hope

• Why The Chosen connects with people across denominations and worldviews

• The long-term goal of discipleship beyond the show itself

Join the Conversation

When life feels unsteady, where do you find your hope—and what does it practically look like to trust Jesus as your stronghold?

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🔗 Resources & Links

• 📘 The Chosen Season 5 Bible Study: Jesus Is Our Stronghold

• 🎬 The Chosen — Seasons 1–5

• 🎧 Explore more faith-based podcasts at LifeAudio.com