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Reel Gospel 2

Reel Gospel 2: Unexpected Truths in Movies

The most important and best story ever told is this: the “Gospel” of Jesus Christ, the God who became human to save the whole world! And all of our best human stories contain echoes of this divine truth. In this series, we’ll see how some popular movies contain an unexpected facet of the Gospel, and how these fictional stories can reveal important truths about the love of God.

It's a Wonderful Life

Dec 29, 2024

Ancient Greek stories featured a deus ex machina, a “god from the machine” who miraculously saved the day at the last minute. Christmas represents God’s miraculous intervention in our own stories.

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The Wizard of Oz: The Journey of Grace

Aug 11, 2024

Why doesn’t God take us to heaven right away? What’s the point of our sojourn on earth?

On the journey, we discover more about God’s grace and power, his transformative hand through all the things that feel challenging, tragic, and pointless. It’s about what God does in the journey, not the destination… and setbacks become the means by which we grow and discover the power of God’s providential hand with us.

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Ratatouille: The Guidance of Grace

Aug 4, 2024

Most stories are about a protagonist overcoming obstacles due to his own strength, perseverance, and wisdom. But the Christian story relies on God’s supernatural wisdom and guidance, not our own. And we all have access to a divine power, the Holy Spirit in us.

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