Today, my hubby and I are celebrating our wedding anniversary here at the Wilderness Lodge. What an eventful year it has been so far, but we are grateful to God. The Internet connection here is not the best, and that’s intentional. It is a time for us to disconnect from the outside world and be with each other. This year, we have taken several trips to California to check on a family member to ensure she is okay. It’s good to set aside this time just for us.
My hubby and I are reflecting on our anniversary.
We realize that there has to be a time of togetherness where all the sounds of the world are shut out and we focus on what really matters.
So, what really matters to us? Our relationship with God. Our relationship to each other.
Questions we ask each other:
Are we truly putting God first before the things of life, including work, people, and material possessions? How can I do better in our relationship? Are we listening to each other and not talking over one another?
We can’t grow if we don’t know how the other person is feeling. And to do that, we need constant two-way communication—just between you and me.
Amidst the chaos of this world, and the passing of Charlie Kirk yesterday. We are in total shock and disillusionment.
Our thoughts and prayers are with Charlie’s wife, his two children, and his family.
Couldn’t do this today without offering our sincerest condolences and sympathies to the Kirk family.
Light of the World, a fantastic new animated movie, hits theaters on September 5th. This is a film by the Salvation Poem Project that will keep the entire family glued to the screen. Director John Schafer was the producer of the beloved program Superbook. Director Tom Bancroft was a longtime animator with Disney, having worked on The Lion King, Mulan, and Beauty and the Beast.
This inspirational film serves as a great witnessing tool. This movie touched my husband and me, and I know it will touch you. This beautiful, 2D-animated story of Jesus is told through the eyes of his young friend, the Apostle John. From the beginning of Jesus’ ministry through his crucifixion and resurrection, The Light of the World powerfully illustrates how Jesus of Nazareth changed the world forever and continues to change lives today. You can find out more about the film at HERE!.
Scene from Light Of The World
I have never seen John the Baptist so real in a film. He was so relatable, even with eating the locust and honey. The film is biblically based; however, it also incorporates some theatrical elements. You need to see this film!
Show your support by going to the opening weekend through September 7th. If you have a group of 10 or more people, you can get group tickets for just $7.50 a person.
GIVEAWAY!
In conjunction with the movie’s release, we are offering our readers a chance to win a $10 Amazon gift card. To enter the giveaway, leave a comment telling us who your favorite apostle is and why. One comment will be selected at random. The winner must be a U.S. Citizen, and their email address will be submitted to our marketing team. The last day to enter the giveaway is September 10th, 2025.
Disclosure!
Many thanks to Salvation Poem for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.
Angel Studios has a new series that the whole family can watch together, and everyone will enjoy. A Week Away: The Series is a MUSICAL SERIES that follows a group of teens as they embark on a summer at Camp Aweegaway, a Christian camp filled with adventure, friendships, and unexpected self-discovery.
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I must admit that I did not know what to expect, but the series effectively incorporates singing, dance, humor, and seriousness all at the same time. A Week Away: The Series centers around Max, a teenager who doesn’t feel he needs Jesus and views attending this camp as a form of sales pitch and a crutch. The song Amazing Grace was transformed into where was God when he needed him because he was there. Max begins to discover that he is not alone in his struggle between right and wrong. Teens are facing significant challenges today, and we must learn how to relate to them with the word of God. A Week Away: The Series achieves this in a way that resonates with the entire family.
I read that some of the most significant problems facing teens are body image and self-esteem issues,
The musical series had me doing my own choreography, which was both amusing and entertaining at the same time. While the target audience for A Week Away: The Series is teens and young adults, the whole family can learn from it. Redemption is a choice, and achieving it is up to each individual. The first two episodes of this series are currently available on Angel’s website. You can stream them with your membership to the Angel Guild.
GIVEAWAY
In conjuction with the release A Week Away: The Series, we are offering our readers a chance to win a $10 Amazon gift card. To enter the giveaway, leave a comment on how you would minister to a teen who is struggling with his or her faith.
One comment will be selected at random to receive the gift card. The giveaway runs through September 14th and is open to US citizens only. The winner’s name and email address will be submitted to our marketing team.
DISCLOSURE Many thanks to Angel for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.
TESTAMENT is now streaming on Angel.com and the Angel App and is available to all Angel Guild members.
The new live-action series, TESTAMENT, is based on the book of Acts in the days following Jesus’ resurrection. The series is explosively reimagined in an alternate-modern era. The resurrection has sparked a movement that turns the world upside down, spreading hope amid chaos. As Jesus’ followers risk everything to preach the good news, the Temple races to silence them before the oppressive Imperium regime retaliates. But public miracles, unburied secrets, and fractured loyalties force both sides to confront the true cost of their choices.
God gives us a choice, and we have to decide which direction to take in life. TESTAMENT will motivate you to share what you believe in and why you believe.
Once I could determine the modern-day interpretations of the biblical characters, I was able to follow along with the storyline. In Episode 3, we see Mary Magdalene preaching and ministering to the prostitutes in the clubs. The characters wear modern-day clothes and react to modern-day situations. The biblical stories inspire the storyline but are not entirely within the context of the story. If you enjoy seeing good Christian drama, then this is the series for you. I don’t want to give the storyline away, so you must see the series. I have never seen the bible set in modern times like this before. Stream the whole season of TESTAMENT today on Angel Guild.
This series will challenge you, move you, and make you rethink what it means to follow Jesus truly. With the modern setting, you will be able to relate to these people and stories like never before.
Giveaway Details In conjunction with the release of TESTAMENT, we are excited to announce a giveaway. One of our followers will receive a $10 Amazon gift card. To enter the giveaway, leave a comment below, letting us know if you like modern-day interpretations of biblical stories or if you prefer the movies set within the original time. You also need to be an active subscriber of our blog and a U.S. citizen. Click HERE to become an active subscriber.
The giveaway will run through Wednesday, August 13th at 11:59 pm (Central Time). One comment will be selected at random, and your email address will be submitted to our marketing team, who will send you the Amazon gift card at a later date.
My hubby and I have been seeing about a family member, so we haven’t been posting as much recently. Reading my bible on a daily basis is keeping me strong and what a great post to write.
“According to Pew Research, 45% of Christians in the United States read the Bible at least once a week. Furthermore, about two-thirds of those who identify as Christians read it at least sometimes. However, only a small percentage, between 5% and 7%, have actually read the entire Bible.” This statistic is mind boggling to me because this is the armor that keeps us and protect us. Well it’s never too late to start now.
My Pastor is teaching on,” How To Have God’s Best”
I am including some of my notes from the message.
1. We have to hear the Word
2. We have to do the Word
Scripture reference: 2Timothy 3:16, 17 (KJV)
We have to Love it (the Word of God), Learn it(the Word of God), and Live it (the Word of God).
The Word of God gives me wisdom and courage. Bishop Dale Bronner
I can’t develop without reading the Bible.
When preparation meets opportunity you have success. Abraham Lincoln
How Do We Have God Best?
Reading our bible and applying it daily is healing and health. Proverbs 4:20-23
The Word has to be in our Ears, Eyes, and Heart.
The Word of God will not work if it’s just in your head. We have to watch what we are watching, watch what we are listening, and to watch what we are saying.
A. We have to pay attention to submitting and obeying.
B. iIncline your ear – Have humility and the right attitude. Become a LifeLong Learner.
C. Keep before your eyes by focusing on God’s Word and not your circumstances. When you doubt you go without.
D. Guard your heart.
1. watch what you are listening to and what you are speaking.
2. Strength and Courage
3. Prosperity and resources
4. Good success satisfied and fulfilled life
Joshua 1:6, 7, 8 (King James Version)
God’s Word gives us encouragement.
It’s never too late to read God’s Word and reap all the benefits. You can start by reading the One Year Bible and apply it to your life.
Do you know Christ as your Lord and Savior or would like to minister to a family member or friend. Look up these scriptures to be able to be equipped to minister salvation.
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