But lest we be guilty of hypocrisy ourselves, Eric Liddell’s example is one that Christians also should think deeply on. The willingness to sacrifice is a dimension that has largely disappeared from Christian discipleship today. The Gospel is proclaimed more in terms of the personal fulfilment it brings, the emotional and material benefits that accrue, rather than a dying to self and a wholehearted and sacrificial commitment to Christ.

The PG film makes the A-list…offering instead an old-fashioned adventure story about a father who is strong and good, a close-knit family, and the gift of true friendship. Be forewarned: There will be frequent laughter.

Instead of finding hope, the meaning of life, and answers to some of the oldest questions known to man, the film Prometheus travels down a much darker path. Directed by Ridley Scott, Prometheus dives into the history of the Alien series. But it introduces one new question: Where did we come from?

Collins hopes young girls can find something relatable and empowering in her character. She is proud of the fact that, unlike the queen, Snow White never looks in the mirror and isn’t concerned about outward beauty. Snow White’s character arc, Collins said, is “about building self-confidence and finding the beauty within.” Infusing fairy tales with... Continue Reading

The story focuses on Hannah, a college freshman who learns from her adoptive parents that she is the survivor of a failed abortion. The movie is powerful and compelling without being preachy and judgmental. Indeed, I would rank it among the most powerful movies I’ve ever seen. The second sermon I ever preached was on... Continue Reading

Do not confuse the upcoming film “Blue Like Jazz” with Christian market movies like “Fireproof” or “Courageous.” “A Christian movie genre has formed. Our first goal with this movie is that we didn’t fit into this genre,” said director Steve Taylor. Author Donald Miller, who wrote the 2003 best-selling book “Blue Like Jazz,” from which... Continue Reading

“I was able to tell Drew (Carey, the host) what I did, spin the wheel and say hello to my friends and family.” And on the episode, which airs this Tuesday March 13, Bakke reached out to another crucial name in his life. “Most importantly, I was able to say that I love Jesus, and... Continue Reading

“When we started Movieguide in 1985, there were only one or two movies being made with a strong, explicit Christian content or values, but now there are well over 50 each year,” Baehr continued. “Every studio now has a Christian film division…” What’s a good recipe for box office and DVD sales success? It seems... Continue Reading

“You cannot imagine how time can be so still. It hangs. It weighs. And yet there is so little of it. It goes so slowly. And yet it is so scarce.” Recently, in a small, dimly lighted theater in Frontenac, Missouri, Jerram Barrs introduced the movie Wit (referral link). The audience consisted of 20 Covenant... Continue Reading

Commentators disagree on this, but I find myself increasingly attracted to the view that Elihu’s problem is not his theology; it is his complete lack of any human sympathy with Job in his agony. And that, of course, is a young man’s error. Watching The Iron Lady was a strangely emotional experience. As for anyone... Continue Reading