Many of us are familiar with John Bunyan's classic allegory, The Pilgrim's Progress. The book has never been out of print since it was published in the 1670s. The new animated film being released next month covers Part 1... Christian Pilgrim's journey to The Celestial City. [Part 2 covers his wife and children, but isn't as well known as the first.] Check out the trailer:
I have seen the movie and love it. The animation was very well done and the story was captivating. From Revelation Media studio, the film features the voice talent of John Rhys-Davies (The Lord of the Rings series, Indiana Jones series, Beyond the Mask), Kristyn Getty (In Christ Alone), and Ben Price. The visuals make it simple to apply what is being shown to our own experience as followers of Christ. I would caution that some of the demonic characters and experiences may be frightening to very young or sensitive children, but I found them to be a very powerful image of the actual spiritual attack we encounter. The themes of Faith, Hope, Redemption, and Perseverance are clearly defined and messages we all need as encouragement. There will only be TWO opportunities to see The Pilgrim's Progress in theaters. This movie is being distributed through Fathom Events with screenings scheduled at select theaters on Thursday, April 18, during the evening and Saturday afternoon of April 20. However, these screenings are the perfect pre-Easter opportunity to gather with family, friends, and church groups to watch this beloved story in a brilliantly made film. Not only can you reflect and affirm your own journey, but this is the perfect opportunity to share with children and others who have not yet begun the first steps of being a Christ-follower.
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Disclaimer: I was provided an online screener of this film for review purposes. I am being compensated with tickets and storybooks. All opinions are my own.
Every woman knows how special it is to select just the right perfume...and how a scent can capture an experience or evoke a memory like nothing else. In Perfumed Letters, Robin Smith offers a refreshing spiritual revelation regarding the intimacy of perfume, known as a woman's anointing. She uses powerful, evocative images from the Bible and life experiences to illustrate how God refines, presses, and fashions our individual scents as pleasing to the Lord.
I wasn't sure what to expect from this book, and I admit I was surprised... but it was a pleasant surprise. Smith uses several examples of the correlation of perfume and our faith... even our signature styles of worship and attitude toward God. The author writes with wit, wisdom and an honesty that can reach out to those who feel like they have nothing --- no pleasing aroma --- to offer the Lord. She also covers when our perfume has become a stench rather an enticement. Some of the things she writes on definitely points out that we are of different generations, but we simply use phrases that I am unfamiliar with. The point is made and actually helps me to relate a bit more to younger people.
I loved the chapter on being fragranced for seasons. It's a vivid reminder that we not only have the literal seasons of Spring, Summer, Autumn, and Winter, but also the seasons/periods of time in our spiritual journey. During this time we sometimes have to remember our fragrances of spiritual blessings available to all. Remember that you are a perfumed letter, personally sent by God, to send the message of his love to others. This book is sure to resonate with many and make you more aware that, according to 2 Corinthians 2:15, "Our lives are a Christ-like fragrance rising up to God. But this
fragrance is perceived differently by those who are being saved and by
those who are perishing."
I received a free copy of this book to review. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC Regulations. I am part of The CWA Review Crew.
