True to the Word

If you are listening to this film review on the Sabbath, then I would like to wish you complete peace, in the Lord. Deuteronomy 31:8 says,  The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. 

This week’s film review is for the film, My Brother's Keeper, written by Ty Manns. 

Description

A returning war veteran has one more battle to fight: PTSD. The U.S. and its allies have been waging war against terror for over 12 years and SFC Travis Fox and his best friend SFC Ron "Preach" Pearcy are in their sixth combat deployment when the unthinkable happens: Preach and his entire Ranger platoon are killed in a deadly IED attack. Devastated, Travis returns to his hometown. His parents' house is empty now; both were killed in a tragic car accident three years earlier. He browses through pictures of his parents and his eyes fall on the handcrafted necklace he had made in Saudi Arabia, encircling his mother's neck. He searches his parents' belongings from the accident and the home, but fails to find the necklace. The next day, Travis starts his search for answers and discovers an unsuspecting obstacle: PTSD. During his journey he starts to rediscover his faith in God, but a devastating and painful secret hidden from him for years by his best friend Donnie threatens his renewed faith, restores his guilt, and causes him to consider ending his life.

Scripture Reference
 Genesis 4:9 - Cain and Abel
 Micah 7:8 - The Lord is my light
Isaiah 41:10 and Psalm 55:22 - Cast your fears upon the Lord
Jeremiah 29:11 - plans the Lord has for us
The state of the dead:  Romans 2:6, 1 Corinthians 15:50-55, John 3:13, Psalm 13:3, 1 Thessalonians 4:15-16, John 11:11-14, Ecclesiastes 9:10, Acts 2:29, 34, John 5:25, 1 John 4:12
2 Timothy 2:1 - be strong in the grace of Christ Jesus

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If you are listening to this on the Sabbath, then I would like to wish you a Sabbath filled with increased faith in the Lord’s power.  Ephesians 6:10 says, Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of His might. 

This week’s film review is for the film, A Question of Faith.

Description

A judge remands Maria to a juvenile detention center after the teen strikes 12-year-old Eric with her car while texting. Joining Eric in the hospital is Michelle, a young singer who collapses while auditioning for a major record label. As their respective parents begin to question their faith, a chain of events unknowingly brings all three families together in unexpected ways.

Scripture References
Psalm 34:17 (ask for help)
James 5:15 (a prayer for the sick)
Deuteronomy 32:4 (God is perfect)
Proverbs 3:5-6 (trust in the Lord)
Psalm 23 (The Lord is My Shepherd)
Galatians 6:2 (bear one another's burdens)
John 11:25-26 (the resurrection)
Mark 11:25 (forgiveness)

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If you are listening /reading to this on the Sabbath, then I would like to wish you a Sabbath filled with joy. Nehemiah 10:8 says, the joy of the Lord is your strength.

This week’s review is for a short film called, The White Candle.

Description

A financially struggling timeshare representative is visited by a unique man who says, “God knows that you’re stressed, but he wants you to know you’re going to be taken care of. He tells her to buy a white prayer candle, and pray to God for help. Sharon thinks this man is crazy… but it couldn’t hurt to try.

Scripture References
Hebrews 10:38, Galatians 3:11 and Habakkuk 2:4. (we live by faith)

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Tragedy and sorrow are unfortunately a part of this life.  I thank our Heavenly Father for the peace He gives us when we seek Him with all our heart, and the hope we have in eternal life, when Jesus Christ returns. Amen.

If you are reading this on the Sabbath, then I would like to wish you a Sabbath filled with God’s peace and joy for the amazing Creator we have!  Nehemiah 8:10 says, the joy of the Lord is your strength.

This week’s program review is another episode from the 7th Street Theater series.  The episode is called, Closed.  I have done reviews on several 7th Street Theater episodes - check out our podcast or blog for the episode names. 

Scripture References
Psalm 46

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Hi everyone, if you are listening to this on the Sabbath, then I’d like to wish you a  Sabbath filled with peace, rest and joy.

This week’s program review is from the 7th Street Theater series.  The episode is called Shelley.  I have done reviews on several 7th Street Theater episodes - check out listing for the episode names. 7th Street Theater is a drama series about five Christian actors who perform a weekly stage show for their community.  

There are 3 Seasons in the series and a total of 64 episodes. Season One has 24 episodes, Season Two has 20 and Season Three has also 20. All of these episodes are on their YouTube channel as well as on the Christian Movies website. The series is produced by Dave Christiano.

Scripture References
Isaiah 55:8-9 (God's thoughts)
Psalm 15 (doing what is right, even when it hurts)


Program source: Christian Movies YouTube channel

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Welcome to our monthly book review for, The Twelve- A Transformational Journey Through The Minor Prophets, by Parker Bradley.  Drawing from the insights of the Minor Prophets in the Bible, The Twelve, is an encouraging, but also challenging resource for followers of Jesus, and anyone wanting to honestly understand how God reveals Himself in Scripture.

We covered the chapter on Habakkuk, last month, and are covering the chapter on Zephaniah in this episode.  Parker calls this chapter, God Versus the God We Make Him Out to Be.

Scripture References:
Zephaniah 1:12 (being complacent)
2 Chronicles ( King Manasseh's reign)
Zephaniah 3:1-3 (how to distance yourself from the Lord / how to serve the Lord)
Jeremiah 17:9 (the heart is deceitful)
Ezekiel 18:31, Ezekiel 33:11 (why would you die, O House of Israel?)
Zephaniah 1:2 (God's wrath)
Zephaniah 1:13 (curses)
 Isaiah 65:21-23 (blessings)
Zephaniah 3:8-9  (the day of the Lord)
Zephaniah 3:20 (restoration)
Revelation chapter 19-21 (cleansing and renewal of the Earth)
Zephaniah  1:7-9 and 14 (the day of the Lord)
Zephaniah 2:3 (what we should do)
 Psalm 27:14, Psalm 25:21 (waiting for the Lord)
 Luke 24:27 (all scripture points to Jesus Christ)
Zephaniah 3:17 and 19 (promises of restoration for eternity)

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Hi everyone, if you are listening to this on the Sabbath, then I’d like to wish you a glorious Sabbath rest!

Last week, I reviewed, The Seventh Day, a five part documentary about how keeping the fourth commandment, the 7th day of rest, has been preserved, worldwide, throughout the history of mankind.  

There is a discussion series that was made about The Seventh Day documentary. The presenter, Pastor Dwight Nelson, interviews the Executive Producer 

Pat Arrabito and James (Jim) Wood, the Writer.  It’s in five parts, as it discusses each part of the five part documentary.  It gives extensive and supplementary information for the documentary. I found the discussion series really interesting, encouraging and inspirational. 

Scripture References:
Matthew 24:19 (fleeing to the mountains)
1 Corinthians 2:9 (our hope of eternity with the Lord)

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Hi everyone, if you are reading to this on the Sabbath, then I’d like to wish you a wonderful Sabbath rest, in the Lord.

Last week, I had a last minute change in plan in my program review.  Instead of a nature program, I felt that the Lord put it on my heart to watch and review, Return to Genesis, presented by Mike Snavely of the ministry Mission Imperative.  While doing the review for last week, I felt the Lord impressed me to emphasis the need to keep the Sabbath, as Mike Snavely had mentioned Sunday worship. This resulted in me noticing a program, The Seventh Day - don’t ask me how, I wouldn’t be able to explain it.  

The Seventh Day is a five part documentary about how keeping the 4th commandment, the 7th day of rest, has been preserved, worldwide, throughout the history of mankind.  From the time God set it aside and made it holy in Genesis 2:1-3, right after He finished the creation, to our present day.  

Scripture References:
The Sabbath - Genesis 2:1-3, Exodus 20:8-11, Isaiah 66:23, Matthew 5:17-18, Revelation 12:17, 14:7 (only a few references as there are so many).

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Hi everyone, if you reading to this on the Sabbath, then I’d like to wish you a blessed Sabbath filled with worship and praise for our God.

This week, I was going to review a nature program about sea creatures, however, a series of events has led me to believe that the Lord led me to this program instead. 

So our review is for, Return to Genesis, presented by Mike Snavely of the ministry Mission Imperative.  The description says: Join Mike as he discusses the importance of the Genesis account and the importance of being able to defend your faith.

Scripture References
James 2:14-26 (faith without works)
John 5:39, Luke 24:25 and 44 (all scripture points to Jesus)
Genesis 2:1-3,  Exodus 20:8-11 (Sabbath commandment)
John 8:32 (truth will set you free)
Matthew 5:17-20 (the Law has not been changed)
Galatians 1:10 (obey Christ rather than men)
Genesis 1-12 (foundations of God's creation)
Revelation 4:11 (God our divine Creator)
Psalm 33: 12 (Blessed nation)
Psalms 1:1-2 (meditate on the Word of God)

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Hi everyone, if you listening to this on the Sabbath, then I’d like to wish you a Sabbath filled with worship and praise for the Lord.

True to the Word is continuing with our science thread for our program reviews.  There is so much wonderful media out there that shows us the beauty and function of God’s creation.  It truly is a joy to watch them to learn about God’s works and worship Him, for His works and character.  We are continuing with that gem I found - a three season series called Creation Moments. It’s a huge batch of two min videos about all aspects of God’s creation.  We have progressed onto the third season, which is about a variety of subjects, that gives the glory to our Heavenly Father.  Please join me as I review the last batch of videos for the third season of Creation Moments.

Scripture References
1 Corinthians 1:20 (the wisdom of this world)
Job 36:27-28 and Ecclesiastes 1:7 (the water cycle)

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