
Why the Nativity?
Released: November 24, 2022
Every year, millions of people around the globe celebrate Christmas. But what does it all mean? Do we really understand the profound importance and authenticity of the birth of Jesus? Why the virgin Mary? Why a carpenter named Joseph? Why poor shepherds and wealthy kings clamoring to worship a Newborn King? And why are the Old Testament prophecies that predicted the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem so important to the Christmas story?
Drawing from both the Old and New Testaments, noted pastor, author, and theologian Dr. David Jeremiah provides answers to some of the most thought-provoking questions surrounding the most pivotal moment in human history—the birth of Jesus Christ.
Travel back in time and experience the sights and sounds of that first Christmas. You’ll have a front-row seat to the Nativity story as you witness the Old Testament prophets foretelling the birth of Jesus, Gabriel appearing to Mary, Joseph and Mary traveling the road to the crowded city of Bethlehem, angels appearing to shepherds, the brilliant star guiding the Wise Men from the East, and baby Jesus lying in a manger in a humble stable in Bethlehem.
Why the Nativity? is a fascinating presentation of biblical history with stunning visual dramatics creating an unforgettable journey through the wonders of Christmas!
Make watching Why the Nativity? a new holiday tradition!

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Written & Directed By
Paul Joiner
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Produced By
Dr. David Jeremiah
David Michael Jeremiah
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Cast
Dr. David Jeremiah, Rose Anaya, Logan Polson, Peter Ramirez, Henry Mark, Peter D. Michael, Paul Davis, Todd Blakesley, Lucy Mai Howard, Julie Meram, DJ Phillips, Emery Whitt, David Novak
Executive Producers

Dr. David Jeremiah is the founder and host of Turning Point and senior pastor of Shadow Mountain Community Church, and he has been faithfully studying and teaching the Word of God for sixty years. He is also a prolific author, being the recipient of numerous awards for his books including bestseller lists in The New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Publisher’s Weekly, and USA Today, the ECPA Medallion of Excellence Award, as well as two Gold Medallion Awards. Dr. Jeremiah is a sought-after speaker across the country—speaking frequently at universities, conventions, and conferences, as well as chapels for professional football and basketball teams. Believing our dreams should always be greater than our memories, he continually trusts God to accomplish great things through Turning Point’s ministry around the globe.
David Michael Jeremiah is the President of Turning Point for God and has provided leadership to the ministry since 1995. As a forward-looking, ministry-minded executive he has overseen incredible expansion of Turning Point’s reach on radio, television, and digital broadcasting. David is passionate about finding new ways to share the “age-old story” of God’s great love for us and sees Why the Nativity? as a huge step in reaching the world for Christ.


Paul Joiner is the Executive Producer and Chief Creative Officer for Turning Point, a world-wide ministry featuring the teaching of Dr. David Jeremiah. With more than 30 years of experience in broadcast media, he remains the chief creative strategist for Turning Point. Paul has a lifelong involvement in television, film, and theater and is dedicated to bringing that experience to family and faith-based programming. Paul has written the Why the Nativity? screenplay and serves as Director and Executive Producer on this production.
Among the cast of 103 people you’ll find…

Host
Dr. David Jeremiah

Mary
Rose Anaya

Joseph
Logan Polson

Azarel
Peter Ramirez

Weishing
Henry Mark

King Yu
Martin Chan

King Roshan
Peter D. Michael

King Kamari
Paul Davis

Gabriel
Quinn Rystad

Cassius
Simone Attenni

Marcellus
J. Thomas Mayfield

Reuben
Todd Blakesley

Oma
Lucy Mai Howard

Princess Israh
Julie Meram

Prince Nthanda
DJ Phillips

Princess Lian
Emery Whitt

Caesar Augustus
David Novak

Queen Lin
Yin Yin Liow

Queen Imani
Chelle T

Prince Khalfani
Jalen Dixon

Roman Soldier
Oscar Rodriguez

Batya
Leilani Ramos Monje

Rachel
Machelle Noel

Maya
Marissa Raquel Rodriguez

Elizabeth
Alysa Mena

Asher
Dalton Santos

Eli
Gianmarco Duin

Shepherd
Jessie Serpas

Zarach
Ishmael Meza

Uriel
Mo Ankir

Zhi
Kate Chen

Prince Azhar
Adam Zeitoun

Behruz
Imahni King

Princess Jamila
Adrienne Springs

Old Testament Prophet
Ted Faye

Nazareth Religious Leader
Nadeem Robert Srouji

Bethlehem Rabbi
Michael Adler

Herod Soldier
Guilherme Santos

Herod
Arick Salmea

Stable Keeper
Muhsin Fliah

Chana
Arianna Medina

Young Meshulam
Robert Reznikov

Young Thief
Aiden Rodriguez

Tzadok
John Raul Padilla

Andrew
Grayson Lawrence

Young Yoram
Fabian Vazquez

Adult Yoram
Jordan Jacobo

Adult Meshulam
Serji Martinez

Mary Magdalene
Deepti Kingra-Mickelsen
Images From the Film
5 Ways to Watch
Why the Nativity? is available to watch on all your favorite devices and everywhere you watch Turning Point Television.

Broadcast Television:
Available Dec. 8

Smart TVs:
Samsung TV
LG TV
FireTV

Streaming Devices:
Roku
Apple TV

Phones:
Apple iPhone / iPad
Android

Online:
This Website
DavidJeremiah.org
YouTube
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