True to the Word

Hello everyone! If you are reading this episode on the release day, then I’d like to wish you a Sabbath filled with the Lord’s peace.

This week’s review is for the film, Love Again, produced by Brad Allen, Chuck Howard, Martin Michael, Tom Sanders and directed by Spencer Fritz.

Film Description

Amidst a distant relationship with his father and losing his girlfriend to his best friend. Nathan’s brokenness leads him on a journey of rediscovering hope and a healing heart to love again.

Scripture References
Matthew 6:14-15, Acts 3:19, Luke 17:3-6 (forgiveness)

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This month’s book review is the final part of the three part review for the book, “Taking Back Astronomy,” written by Jason Lisle.  Part Three covers Chapters Four and Five.

What is the book about?

The back cover says the following: This book is meant to be an introduction only - a starting point to a biblical world view of the universe…Who knows what amazing truths are waiting to be discovered if only the shackles of secular thinking are removed.  Now is the time of discovery…

Scripture References
Jeremiah 33:25, Malachi 3:6 and Numbers 23:19 (laws of nature)
Genesis 1 (Supernatural creation of the universe)
Genesis 1:31 (God's conclusion of what he had made)
Isaiah 45:18 (God's intention for the earth)
1 Peter 3:18, Hebrews 9:27, 10:10, Romans 8:20-22 and I think of John 3:16-17 (we are unique)
Matthew 23:37 (Jesus lamenting)
Romans 1:18-25, Colossians 2:3, John 17:3 and John 14:6 (Man's rejection of God)
Ephesians 6:12 (The spiritual war)
Acts 4:12 (No other name to be saved by)

Taking Back Astronomy was purchased at www.bookdepository.com

NB! The link I list for the book review is not an endorsement of the publisher, bookshop or book club. 

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Hi everyone, Sabbath is just a few hours away here in Norway. Depending on which time zone you are in, you may have already started the Sabbath at sunset or be waiting for it to start. Either way, I hope you have a wonderful Sabbath in the presence of our heavenly Father, in Jesus’ name.

This week’s film review is a documentary called “Show me the Father,”  produced by The Kendrick Brothers.  

Scripture References
Romans 8:28 (For those who love God)
Galatians 5:22-23 (fruit of the Spirit)
The promise of The Father: 2 Corinthians 6:18, Psalms 68:5,6, 1 John 3:1, Psalm 27:10
John 17:20-21 (one with Jesus and the Father)
Hebrews 13:5 (God will never leave us)

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HAPPY SABBATH! God's peace be with you.

This week’s film review is for the film “Courageous”  which is produced by The Kendrick Brothers.

Review Questions

Does the plot glorify God? 

Does the film content glorify God through His Word: Use of Bible verses and adhere to His commandments?

Promotes God as the only God

Promotes being free from idols or refrain from promoting idols

Does not use His name in vain

Promote the Sabbath or refrain from promoting Sunday as the day of worship?

Honours parents or refrains from promoting dishonour of parents?

Speak against murder or refrain from promoting murder?

Speak against adultery or or refrain from promoting adultery?

Speak against theft or refrain from promoting theft?

Speak against lies or refrain from promoting lies?

Speak against jealousy or refrain from promoting jealousy?

What Christian standards does the film convey?

Scripture alone

Salvation through Christ alone (does not promote good works)

State of the Dead

Biblical marriage

Husband as the head in his home and the local church

Recognition of the value of life and blessing in children

Modesty of dress

Recognition of the body as the temple of God

Scripture References

Joshua 24:15, “...as for me and my house, we will serve the LORD.”
Colossians 3:1-2  - focus on heavenly things
Matthew 6:33 (Seem the Lord first)
Zechariah 4:6 (only by the Lord's power)
Marriage Covenant:
Matthew 19:4-6, Ephesians 5:20-21, Mark 10:6-9, Genesis 2:24-25, Ephesians 5:22-33

Scripture references for 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

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Happy Sabbath! God's peace be with you.

This week’s film review is for the  documentary film, “Back to Eden” which is produced by Dana Richardson and directed by Sarah Zentz.

BACK TO EDEN documentary shares the story of Paul Gautschi and his lifelong journey, walking with God and learning how to get back to the gardening methods that were given to mankind in the garden of Eden.

Scripture Reference
Luke 20:38 - He is not the God of the dead but the living
John 15: 1-2 - Jesus is the vine
Matthew 11:28-30 - Go to Jesus for rest
 Lamentations 3:27 - Bear the yoke in youth
 Luke 12:13-21 - Parable of the Rich Fool
 Jeremiah 29:12 - Call on the Lord and He will answer
 Proverbs 3:5-6 - Trust in the Lord, not your own understanding

Film source: www.christiancinema.com

NB! The links I reference for my films is the source I used, but it is not an endorsement of the entire film streaming company.  I am sure this particular film can be found on various digital streaming companies.

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www.christiancinema.com

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This month’s book review is for the book “Taking Back Astronomy” written by Jason Lisle. I have divided this book review into three parts. Part Two, looks at Chapter Two and Three.

What is the book about?

The back cover says the following: This book is meant to be an introduction only - a starting point to a biblical world view of the universe…Who knows what amazing truths are waiting to be discovered if only the shackles of secular thinking are removed.  Now is the time of discovery…

Scripture References:
Isaiah 40:22 ,  Job 26:10  (the earth is a sphere)
Job 26:7 (the earth hangs on nothing!)
John 1:3, Genesis 2:2, Hebrews 1:3, Colossians 1:17 (mass and energy concepts)
Genesis 32:12 (the number of stars)
Jeremiah 33:25, Isaiah 40:26 (an orderly universe)
Relevation 22:17 (the free gift of eternity)

Taking Back Astronomy was purchased at www.bookdepository.com

NB! The link I list for the book review is not an endorsement of the publisher, bookshop, book club, etc. 

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Hi everyone, if you are listening to this episode on the release day, then I’d like to wish you a Happy Sabbath! May you be filled with God's peace and joy!

This week’s program review is for Part 6 of the 6 part Biblical Character Series called: 
Refuge - Finding Home in a World of Change by Philip Tuttle, who runs Walk Thru the Bible Ministries. **I am not affiliated with Walk Thru the Bible Ministries.

The 6 part Refuge series is based on the Book of Ruth.

Scripture References
Ruth 3:18 (Boaz's faithfulness)
Ruth 4:1-2 (The meeting of Boaz and the close relative )
Ruth 4:3-5 (Boaz outlines the redeeming contract )
Ruth 4:5-6 (Boaz gives more detail about the redeeming contract)
Ruth 4:9-10 (Boaz redeems Ruth)
Ruth 3:13 (Boaz's private commitment o Ruth)
Ruth 4:11-15 (Blessings for Boaz, Ruth and Naomi)
1 Corinthians 15:35-58 and Hebrews 13:14  (our heavenly home to come)

Tuttle’s review question:   
Why do you think God brought you to this study?
Share one lesson you’ve learned from each of the main characters: Naomi, Ruth and Boaz.

I watched Refuge - Finding Home in a World of Change via  www.christiancinema.com

NB! The links I reference for my films is the source I used, but it is not an endorsement of the entire film streaming company.  I am sure this particular film can be found on various digital streaming companies.

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Hi everyone, if you are listening to this episode on the release day, then I’d like to wish you a Happy Sabbath!

This week’s program review is for Part 5 of the 6 part Biblical Character Series called: 
Refuge - Finding Home in a World of Change by Philip Tuttle, who runs Walk Thru the Bible Ministries. **I am not affiliated with Walk Thru the Bible Ministries.

The 6 part Refuge series is based on the Book of Ruth.

Scripture References
Ruth 2:23 (End of wheat and barley harvest)
Ruth 3:1-4 (Naomi's assertiveness)
Ruth 3:5-9 (Ruth follow's Naomi's plan)
Ruth  3:10-11 (Boaz responds to Ruth's gesture)
Ruth 3:12-13 (Boaz and Ruth protect their virtue)
Ruth 3:18 (Naomi's confident statement)
Psalm 125:1 (Those who trust in the Lord)
2 Corinthians 9:10 (Our weakness and the Lord's strength)
Zechariah 4:6 (Not our might, but the Lord's)
Proverbs 16:9,  Proverbs 20:24 (The Lord guides our steps)
Psalm 23 (The Lord is my shepherd)

Tuttle’s review question:   
Share about a time when God asked you to do what doesn’t come naturally.  What was a struggle with what you had to do and what did you need from other people?

I watched Refuge - Finding Home in a World of Change via  www.christiancinema.com

NB! The links I reference for my films is the source I used, but it is not an endorsement of the entire film streaming company.  I am sure this particular film can be found on various digital streaming companies.

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Podcast music: Motivational Ident (Main) by ZakharValaha from Pixabay

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Hi everyone, if you are listening to this episode on the release day, then I’d like to wish you a Happy Sabbath!

This week’s program review is for Part 4 of the 6 part Biblical Character Series called: 
Refuge - Finding Home in a World of Change by Philip Tuttle, who runs Walk Thru the Bible Ministries. **I am not affiliated with Walk Thru the Bible Ministries.

The 6 part Refuge series is based on the Book of Ruth.

Scripture References
Ruth 2:14 (Boaz invites Ruth to dine)
Ruth 2:15-16 (Boaz's instruction to his workers to give Ruth favour in gleaning
Ruth  2:17-19 (Ruth returns to Naomi with blessings from gleaning and information about who owns the field)
Ruth 2:20 (Naomi tells Ruth who Boaz is)
Deuteronomy 25:5 (sacrificial role of the male)
Ruth 2:21 (Boaz's word that Ruth has his support until the end of the harvest season)
Luke 24:16 (Jesus approaches two disciples and restrains their vision)
Luke 24:25-27 (Jesus reveals himself in the scriptures to the two disciples)
Luke 24:44-45 (Jesus appears to the eleven disciples)
Ephesians 2:12-13 (no longer foreigners, by the blood of Christ)
Ephesians 2:19-22 (from foreigners to citizens of the household of God)
Luke 18:29-30 (those who are willing to sacrifice in order to follow Christ will be rewarded in the present and eternity)
Lamentations 3:22-24 (great is His faithfulness)

Tuttle’s review question: When and how did God move you from foreigner to family member?  

I watched Refuge - Finding Home in a World of Change via  www.christiancinema.com

NB! The links I reference for my films is the source I used, but it is not an endorsement of the entire film streaming company.  I am sure this particular film can be found on various digital streaming companies.

Question or comment: [email protected]

Film review request: [email protected]

Website: https://www.renewedfaithmedia.com/

Podcast music: Motivational Ident (Main) by ZakharValaha from Pixabay

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Podcast music: Motivational Ident (Main) by ZakharValaha from Pixabay

Hi everyone, if you are listening to this episode on the release day, then I’d like to wish you a Sabbath filled with the Lord’s peace.

This week’s program review is for Part 3 of the 6 part Biblical Character Series called: 
Refuge - Finding Home in a World of Change by Philip Tuttle, who runs Walk Thru the Bible Ministries. **I am not affiliated with Walk Thru the Bible Ministries.

The 6 part Refuge series is based on the Book of Ruth.

Scripture References
Ruth 2:1 (Boaz)
Ruth 2:2 (Ruth's plan to glean in the field)
Leviticus 19:9-10 (God's command to protect the poor and foreigners)
Ruth 2:4 (Boaz and Ruth meet)
Colossians 3:16 (God's Word for teaching, admonishing one another)
Ruth 2:12 (Boaz's wish for Ruth)
Psalm 91 (Protection in God)
 Jeremiah 29:11-13 (God's plans for us)
2 Samuel 24:14 (David puts his trust in God over man)


I watched Refuge - Finding Home in a World of Change via  www.christiancinema.com

NB! The links I reference for my films is the source I used, but it is not an endorsement of the entire film streaming company.  I am sure this particular film can be found on various digital streaming companies.

Question or comment: [email protected]

Film review request: [email protected]

Website: https://www.renewedfaithmedia.com/

Podcast music: Motivational Ident (Main) by ZakharValaha from Pixabay

Question or comment: [email protected]

Film review request: [email protected]

Website: https://www.renewedfaithmedia.com/

Podcast music: Motivational Ident (Main) by ZakharValaha from Pixabay