American Underdog

American Underdog tells the inspirational true story of Kurt Warner (Zachary Levi), who went from a stockboy at a grocery store to a two-
time NFL MVP, Super Bowl champion, and Hall of Fame quarterback.

The film centers on Warner’s unique story and years of challenges and setbacks that could have derailed his aspirations to become an NFL player – but just when his dreams seemed
all but out of reach, with the support of his wife, Brenda (Anna Paquin), and the encouragement of his family, coaches, and teammates that Warner perseveres and finds the strength to show the world the champion that he already is. American Underdog is an uplifting story that demonstrates that anything is possible when you have faith, family and determination.

 American Underdog is a fantastic film for the family to see together this holiday season. Whether you want to see a film about the formation of a new family and the bonds of love that grow stronger, the faith of a family that chooses to trust God in all circumstances and always ready to share their faith both in private and in public arenas, or you just love watching some amazing football action...American Underdog has something for YOU! Since faith, family, and football are all of interest to me, I was very well pleased when I saw it. It's also based on the true story of a man (Kurt Warner) I have admired for many years.

Frankly, I am also a huge fan of Jon and Andy Erwin and Kevin Downes of Kingdom Story Company. Every film they make is added to my Favorites list. An added bonus for American Underdog is having Dennis Quaid in the film! I also loved seeing Danny Vinson. The film is scheduled to open Christmas Day in theaters across the nation! I highly recommend you make plans to attend opening week as an additional treat. You can BUY TICKETS in advance and avoid long lines.

There is also a 5 day Bible Study on YouVersion from American Underdog. 

Many thanks to Kingdom Story Company for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. There is a GIVEAWAY of 2 Fandango Ticket Codes to American Underdog to the first who enters.

LINKS:

Buy Tickets Here
AmericanUnderdog.movie

KurtWarner.org

IMDb

KingdomStoryCompany.com 

ErwinBrothers.com 

American Underdog on YouVersion 

 

David

  Sunrise Animation   Studios has embarked on the ambitious journey of making an epic animated movie about David with the humor, music, and adventure of Tangled paired with the biblical authenticity of The Passion of the Christ or The Prince of Egypt. David’s life was defined by his courage, faith and his love for God, while his fallible, relatable humanity has resonated across cultures and generations. DAVID will tell a story that is authentic to scripture, and yet also a wildly adventurous and entertaining epic movie to appeal to every culture! We are creating what we believe will become the most-viewed animated film of all time, by telling the story of David as you’ve never seen it before.

Yes! YOU CAN BE AN INVESTOR!! Sunrise Productions is raising money to fund an INCREDIBLE new animated feature film about the DAVID of the Bible! Think of how The Chosen was started – all through a crowdfunding campaign. And now we get to be a part of it! You can contribute to this project at this Investor's Link but time is running out. 

GIVEAWAY:Enter to win this fantastic giveaway! Winner will receive 1 autographed copy of The Viiith (8th) Son by Phil Cunningham, which was the inspiration for DAVID! The story of David has been the driving passion behind Phil’s journey into film, because of the incredible glimpses of God’s nature that are woven into David’s extraordinary story. This giveaway is limited to US winners only. Simply use #DavidMIN in a comment on the blog or a social media post. Winner will be contacted via email and must confirm acceptance of their prize within 24 hours or a new winner will be chosen. Entrants must reside in the US. Deadline is 12/17/21.

DISCLOSURE: Many thanks to Sunrise Animation Studios for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.

LINKS

Investor's Link 

David - YouTube Channel 

 

Look for other reviews at #DavidMIN #MomentumInfluencerNetwork 
@TheDavidMovieOfficial

 

 

The Wonder of Creation - Louie Giglio

The Wonder of Creation by Louie Giglio with Tama Fortner is a fascinating book of devotions about God and science that is sure to delight elementary-aged children. The engaging illustrations by Nicola Anderson and striking photography in this fun and informative book highlight each of the 100 devotions. The book features a scientific fact or an easy activity for exploring faith, a short Bible verse, and a closing prayer.

Readers of the book will explore
• Animals--from honeyguide birds to flying snakes to white rhinos
• Space--from black holes to volcanic moons to gamma-ray bursts
• People--from optical illusions to brain freezes to our immune systems
• Earth--from rainbow rivers to blue lava to flowing
glaciers
• And much, much more!

I enjoyed reading through The Wonder of Creation. It was informative, and focused on the incredible world that God created for us to enjoy. The devotions fit with the scientific facts perfectly, and the short prayer is an extra connection to God to tie it all together. Younger readers will need more help, but the parental involvement actually makes Devotion Time even more special and memorable. I highly recommend it for a child, but even moreso as a book for a family to read together. Get a copy now: BUY the BOOK

GIVEAWAY: Enter to win 1 copy of The Wonder of Creation when you post #WonderOfCreationMIN in a comment. The deadline is Dec 5, 2021.

Disclosure: Many thanks to HarperCollins Christian Publishing for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.

LINKS
Indescribable Kids

Amazon 

Download the free Parent Discussion Guide HERE

Tomlin/UNITED Tour

 

Great News for 2022! Chris Tomlin and Hillsong UNITED are going on a 33 city tour!

Can you imagine what an awesome event this is going to be? Chris Tomlin and Hillsong UNITED are creators of some of the most incredible praise and worship music I listen to. I have tried to narrow down favorites, but it's impossible.

I have heard Chris in smaller concert venues and loved every song. "I Will Rise" is outstanding for the peace it brings to the believer. But, the music of "Indescribable" brings me sheer joy. Hillsong UNITED has "I Will Never Be the Same Again" and "Jesus, Lover of My Soul" along with dozens of others I love. 

Tickets are ON SALE NOW!! Check out the list of cities included on this marvelous tour and buy yours today. This is truly a concert you don't want to miss! VIP Tour Experiences are available. 

LINKS:

• Buy Tickets (Group and Individual)
• Tomlin/UNITED Experiences
• Tour Website
• ChrisTomlin.com  
• Hillsong.com/United
• PremierProductions.com
• PatBarrettMusic.com 

Giveaway: Free music download codes. Share one of your favorite Chris Tomlin or Hillsong UNITED songs! Deadline is Nov 30, 2021. #TomlinUNITEDMIN


Disclosure: Many thanks to Premier Productions for providing this product/product information for review.  Opinions are 100% my own.  I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.

God With Us - Jeremy Pierre

 

God With Us: A Journey Home is a beautiful book that encourages children to have hope for our eternal home in Heaven. Author Jeremy Pierre and illustrator Cassandra Clark believe the earlier children understand that this world is not our home, the more they realize that Heaven is our eventual destination. 

This storybook aims to shape their vision of the world as a place in-between, to awaken them to the brave journey they must take toward their true home—their home with God. The stories are shared in more simple terms but without talking down to a child. There's a theme to the stories and I feel each can easily initiate a conversation to fully engage a child about the truth found in Scripture. 

Hear what Jeremy Pierre has to say:

The more I read, the more I enjoyed the book. And I love the illustrations! It is most suitable for elementary school aged kids, but even older kids can gain much from it, too. It's an excellent resource for teaching your child/grandchild that Christ followers need to understand and prepare for our eternal home.

GIVEAWAY: Shepherd Press will provide 1 physical copy of God With Us to one of my readers. Please leave #GodWithUsMIN in a comment to be entered. The DEADLINE to enter is November 28, 2021.

Disclosure: Many thanks to Shepherd Press for providing this product/product information for review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation. I did receive the product in exchange for this review and post.

LINKS:
Buy the Book - Shepherd Press
Buy the Book - Amazon

Dr. Jeremy Pierre 

Jeremy Pierre on Twitter 

Cassandra Clark 

 

A favorite hymn from my childhood: This World Is Not My Home.

The Law Says What? - Maclen Stanley

 

When I was offered the opportunity to read The Law Says What?: Stuff You Didn’t Know About the Law (but Really Should!) by Maclen Stanley, I was intrigued. I have always loved trivia and had an interest in Law for a while when I was younger. I wasn't sure which direction or style this book would be, but decided to check it out.

It's not trivia (nor trivial), but is a thoroughly fascinating book to read. Am I now qualified to practice law or give legal advice? Absolutely not!! But I do have a better understanding of the legalities of the way some issues are settled. I had a few "A-ha" moments as some aspects were clarified into something that now makes more sense to me. Yes, I also left some chapters thinking, "That is wrong and something needs to be done!" I love books (and movies) that make me think, and "The Law Says What?" gave me that.

Some parts of the book are light-hearted and fun to read, but there are also very serious sections. The mixture of entertainment and information is very well done. It will appeal to anyone with an interest in current events, politics, the Constitution, the law, and more. I definitely recommend reading it for yourself.  

Disclosure: I received a copy of this book from the author for review purposes. I received no financial compensation nor was I required to give a good review. All opinions are my own.


LINKS:

• Buy on Amazon
• Buy at Barnes and Noble
• Buy at Books-A-Million
• Buy at Walmart 
  
• MaclenStanleyLaw.com 
• Maclen Stanley on Facebook 

 

I loved this description on the Amazon page: The Law Says What? offers a crash course on some of the most bizarre, infuriating, and vitally important legal topics of today. Using real-world cases as a guide, you’ll explore laws that affect your everyday life and analyze the rationales behind the ones that might make your head spin. Your mind will be blown and you’ll even find yourself laughing as you learn about the weird quirks of criminal law, civil law, contract law, property law, tort law, international law, and courtroom procedure.

Profit Wise - Jeff Morrill

Jeff Morrill is the co-founder of Planet Subaru and other businesses that have generated over $100,000,000 annually. In Profit Wise, Morrill shares his techniques and principles used to be successful as an entrepreneur. His achievements in building profitable and ethical companies have been featured in a variety of national media including USA Today, Automotive News, and Entrepreneur Magazine, and the Boston Globe, but this is his first book about is foundational focus on doing the right thing.

Easy to read, and only 111 pages, Profit Wise is packed with info on the ethical practice of running a business. The 10 Chapters give interesting insights into what works to retain good employees and satisfied customers. There is more emphasis on principles and procedures than what will be most profitable. Doing the right thing outweighs putting profit first. Happy employees and clients usually adds to a long-term relationship, a good reputation and financial success.

Morrill also adds questions to ask yourself as well as online resource links. Hiring, Marketing, Negotiating, Leading, and Managing are a few of the topics covered. Some things seem like basic common sense and integrity, but I have run into a few businesses who do not operate on the best standards. This book is wonderful for new business leaders or a good refresher for more established companies.

He also reminds the reader that your business should not be your sole focus. Family, your health, stewardship, giving back to the community, etc. also play a tremendous role in your success. Even the royalties from this book are being donated to charity. I believe this is an excellent resource for anyone running a business, but some of the advice is relatable on a personal level.

Buy the Book at

• JeffMorrill.com 
• Amazon 
• Barnes&Noble 

I received a copy of the book from the author for review purposes. However, all opinions are my own.

Jesus Followers: Real-Life Lessons for Igniting Faith in the Next Generation

 

Jesus Followers: Real-Life Lessons for Igniting Faith in the Next Generation by Anne Graham Lotz and Rachel-Ruth Lotz Wright is about building a family legacy of authentic faith!

The daughter and the granddaughter of evangelist Billy Graham share stories of how the baton of belief has been passed down from previous generations and how they continue to pass it to the next generations. They also explore characters and stories of biblical characters found in Genesis 5. Not only do we see how faith was passed down to others in Biblical history, but we have actual stories from the lives of a family known worldwide for sharing their faith, but this time within a more intimate setting of their home life.

 

Basically, the book tells stories of how members of the Graham family,
including spouse's families, learned how to trust and follow Jesus demonstrate the importance of remembering that loved ones are watching and listening. Some of the moments shared revealed how childhood memories make a greater impact than realized at the time.

Divided into 4 parts: Our Witness, Our Worship, Our Walk, and Our Work... An introduction shares about passing the Baton of Truth. A question is often included at the end of each chapter with Scripture and a Be a Jesus Follower statement. The book isn't exactly what I expected, but in many ways, it was what I need. My cousins and I treasure memories of our grandparents and parents, but don't pass enough of those memories down. Most of all, though, I need to focus on the legacy I am leaving my children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. A legacy of faith is vital.

Thank you to Net Galley and Waterbrook Multnomah Publishers for providing a copy of this book in advance to read. I was not required to give a positive review, but asked for an honest one. All thoughts and opinions are my own.