The Ethiopian Bible
Before you watch the video below, it may help to understand why Mel Gibson’s name appears in the title and throughout some of the video. His name isn’t used for attention – it’s used because of a very specific connection to the themes being explored.
As he’s been preparing the long-awaited sequel to The Passion of the Christ, Gibson has spent years digging into early Christian writings that explore what happened in the unseen realm between Jesus’ death and resurrection. In that research, he encountered texts preserved in the Ethiopian tradition – writings like 1 Enoch and The Ascension of Isaiah – which describe Jesus’ descent through unseen realms, His movement through spiritual territories, and His ascent in full glory. These texts are ancient, not modern inventions, and Ethiopia has safeguarded them since the earliest days of the faith.
The video uses Gibson’s research journey as a way of opening the door to these Ethiopian writings. His interest provides a natural bridge between the familiar story many Christians know and the wider, older tradition preserved in Ethiopia. So his name appears to show how someone working deeply with the resurrection narrative encountered material that broadened his understanding of the spiritual world Scripture points toward. With that in mind, I’d encourage you to watch the video below. Not to arrive at a particular conclusion, but simply to reflect, consider, and see what thoughts arise for you personally.
Opening the Door
Every believer has their own way of experiencing Scripture and prayer. Some sense the spiritual world very clearly. Others have questions they’ve carried quietly for years. Many of us have noticed that the Bible occasionally references books we’ve never actually read – books that appear in other Christian traditions, especially in Ethiopia’s wider canon.
The video touches on some of these themes. It speaks about texts like Enoch, Jubilees, and the Ascension of Isaiah, and how they’ve been preserved in Ethiopia since the earliest days of the faith. Whether you’ve explored these writings before or never heard of them, the ideas they raise can be deeply thought-provoking.
I’m simply opening the door for conversation.
The Video Link:
Now You’ve Watched
Once you’ve watched the video, I’d really love to hear how it meets you personally. Not in a formal way – just honestly.
- Did anything in it connect with your own walk with the Lord?
- Did it raise questions you’ve wondered about before?
- How do you feel about the idea of books that Scripture references but most of us have never read?
- Does the Ethiopian tradition add depth to your understanding, or does it challenge it?
You don’t need to have a firm view.
You don’t need to agree or disagree.
I’m simply interested in your reflections – your sense of things, your experience, your thoughts as you listen.
Let’s Talk
If you feel comfortable, share your thoughts in the ‘contact’ options or reach out directly the ‘WhatsApp’ option below. I’m always grateful for conversation, especially around the deeper things of faith and the spiritual world Scripture reveals.
Sometimes the most meaningful insights come from simply listening to one another.
May God bless you all,
‘But test everything that is said. Hold on to what is good.’
1 Thessalonians 5:21 (NLT)
Note from Brother Don — click to open
I would love for this space to become more interactive as we walk together in faith. If there are subjects you’d like to explore from a Christian perspective, or if you have prayer needs for yourself, your family, or your friends, please feel free to reach out.
You can send a private message through the site — these are confidential and not visible to anyone else. The only exception would be if a safeguarding concern were raised; in that case, it may need to be passed on to the appropriate agency or person, as you would expect.
Above all, I want to ensure that what is shared here reflects what the Lord desires to say. Sometimes the “signal” of life can get in the way, and your feedback helps me stay prayerful, discerning, and aligned with His heart. Whether you simply read along or choose to share, I’m grateful you’re here.
Beginning a Journey With Jesus — click to open
If you’re exploring the Christian faith or wondering what it means to follow Jesus, you’re in the right place. Beginning a journey with Him is the most life‑changing decision a person can make — and it’s open to everyone.
Below is a simple explanation of the gospel message, followed by a prayer you can use if you feel ready to invite Jesus into your life.
A Brief Summary of the Gospel Message:
- God created you for relationship with Him.
- Sin — the things we do wrong — separates us from God.
- We cannot fix this separation by our own efforts.
- Jesus, God’s Son, came to earth, lived without sin, and died on the cross to take our place.
- He rose again, defeating sin and death.
- Through Jesus, we can be forgiven, restored, and made new.
- Salvation is a gift — received by faith, not earned by good works.
- When we accept Jesus, the Holy Spirit comes to live within us and begins transforming our lives.
- We become children of God, with a new identity and a new future.
A Simple Prayer to Begin Your Journey:
“Lord Jesus, I come to You today because I want to know You. I admit that I have sinned and fallen short, and I ask for Your forgiveness. I believe that You died for me and rose again so that I could be made new. Today, I choose to turn away from my old life and follow You. Please come into my heart, fill me with Your Holy Spirit, and help me to live for You from this day forward. Thank You for loving me, forgiving me, and making me Your child. Amen.”
What to Do Next:
1. Find a Local Church
Look for a Bible‑believing church in your area. Speak to the pastor or leadership team
and let them know about the commitment you’ve made. They will be able to support you,
pray with you, and help you grow.
2. Consider the Alpha Course
I strongly recommend the Alpha Course, which runs worldwide. It’s a safe, friendly place
to explore questions about life, the Christian faith, and God — whether you’re brand new
or simply curious.
Visit the Alpha Course website
3. Reach Out if You’d Like Support
If you’d like prayer, have questions, or want to talk privately, you can send a confidential
message through the site. Nothing you share will be visible to others. The only exception is
if a safeguarding concern is raised — in that case, it may need to be passed on to the
appropriate agency or person, as you would expect.
