Drive Thru History: The Gospels — Season 1, Episode 3: Jesus Is Born

Episode synopsis

We visit the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem and take a look at the accounts of Jesus’ birth. We examine the birthplace of Jesus and the accounts of shepherds in the fields nearby. We explore the journey of the "Wise Men" from the East, known as Magi, and the Star of Bethlehem that summoned them. We investigate the date for Jesus’ birth and the importance of Christmas traditions throughout the centuries.

About Drive Thru History: The Gospels

The story of Jesus from the locations recorded in Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. Dave travels to over 50 sites in Israel to deliver the Gospels in a fresh way, show the evidence for the truth of scripture, and encourage families to get excited about reading the Bible again.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1The Historical Landscape
• E2The Announcements
• E4Jesus Grows Up
• E5Jesus Starts His Ministry
• E6Jesus Returns to Galilee
• E7Jesus Begins His Miracles
• E8Jesus Teaches with Authority
• E9The Sermon on the Mount
• E10Jesus Travels the Sea of Galilee
• E11Jesus Travels North
• E12A Final Trip to Jerusalem
• E13Jesus Arrives in Jerusalem