The Hollywood Bible Study
The Hollywood Bible Study is a compelling faith-based teaching series led by television writer and producer Coleman Luck, creator and showrunner of The Equalizer and Gabriel’s Fire. Originally recorded on the CBS Studio lot in Los Angeles, these sessions were taught live to professionals working in the entertainment industry between 2010 and 2013. Now available on the Thorncrown Studios YouTube channel, the series brings Biblical truth to those navigating faith in a culture saturated with performance, ambition, and spiritual conflict.
This is not a typical Bible study. These talks are raw, honest, and creatively rich—designed for men and women working in film, television, and media who are trying to follow Christ in one of the most spiritually challenging environments in the world. Each episode dives deep into Scripture, addressing themes like identity, addiction, spiritual warfare, calling, and the contrast between the Kingdom of God and the kingdoms of this world.
Though originally created for Christians in Hollywood, the series speaks to anyone seeking spiritual depth and clarity in a confusing age. Whether you’re a believer in the arts, a curious skeptic, or someone exploring what it means to follow Jesus in the real world, these messages offer both challenge and encouragement.
Episode Highlights
- “Kingdom of Heaven and Hollywood”
A foundational talk comparing the values of the entertainment industry with the teachings of Christ’s Kingdom. - Episode #10 – “Love in the Days of Darkness”
A timely message about spiritual intimacy, compassion, and standing firm in a world unraveling. - Episode #15 – “Heaven’s Beggars”
Explores how recognizing our spiritual poverty opens the door to deeper grace and transformation.
Each episode is titled “Hollywood Bible Study #X” and runs between 40 to 50 minutes.
Key Themes and Topics
- Faith in the entertainment industry
- Spiritual warfare in creative culture
- Identity and calling
- The cost of discipleship
- Biblical wisdom for artists and professionals
- Suffering, purpose, and transformation
Who It’s For
- Entertainment professionals seeking grounded spiritual truth
- Artists and creatives wrestling with purpose and identity
- Christians in secular environments who feel isolated or conflicted
- Skeptics and seekers curious about the Bible but disillusioned with religion
Why It Matters
In a world of gloss and spectacle, The Hollywood Bible Study offers something rare: authenticity. These are not performances—they’re conversations rooted in Scripture, aimed at the heart, and shaped by a life spent navigating both spiritual battle and creative excellence. Coleman Luck brings decades of hard-won experience to these talks, combining Biblical insight with real-world wisdom.
This series is a core part of Thorncrown Studios’ mission: to speak truth in a world of shadows, and to equip people with the spiritual discernment needed to live faithfully in dark times.
