Samuel Allen, a 1960's rockstar, finds himself in jail after struggling
with years of anger and blame toward organized religion that has led him
down a road of rebellion. In a moment of divine intervention, the judge
dismisses drug charges against him under the pretense that Samuel
speaks to local schools and churches about the dangers of drugs. Given a
second chance, he follows in his father's footsteps to become a
preacher, overcoming the influence of a powerful church leader with a
personal vendetta against his family.
SOUTHERN GOSPEL is
the story of a man overcoming brokenness and never surrendering the
dream on his journey to find the gospel ... Southern Gospel.
"Southern Gospel" will be in theaters on March 10th. Content Note: While this is a faith-based, redemptive film,
it is rated PG-13 for mature thematic content, drug use, some violent
content, suicide, and language.
From best-selling author Karen Kingsbury, only God knows how many tomorrows we have left. In the dangerous and competitive rodeo world, how will Cody and Ali make the most of their time together?
The latest AFFIRM Originals show, “Karen Kingsbury’s A Thousand Tomorrows,” is a testament to love, devotion and making the most of every day. This 6 episode series focuses on Cody and Ali who find a rare, powerful love with an uncertain future. Main themes are redemption, forgiveness, devotion and transformation.
Watch the trailer and set a reminder to see the first two episodes on Pure Flix, beginning Feb. 24th. LINK
MY REVIEW:As Ali’s health declines, her determination to keep competing catches Cody’s eye. What will her stubbornness to pursue her dreams cost? When she discovers she needs a pulmonary transplant, her life as a competitive barrel racer is likely over.
Cody (Colin Ford) is falling more in love with Ali (Rose Reid), but is also facing personal struggles when his famous, but absent, father wants to to reconnect with his family. Cody is opposed, but his special needs brother, Carl Joseph (Cole Sibus) is excited. Cody rebonds with Carl Joseph and is preparing to protect his mom and brother, expecting his father to bail on the family once again.
Karen Kingsbury is well known for her books that draw the reader into the lives and feelings of her characters. No doubt that this series will have the same impact on viewers. With 2 episodes releasing on Feb 24th and a new episode for the next 4 Fridays, you will want to make sure you have aPure Flix subscription.
Giveaway: 3-month subscription to Pure Flix (Note: This is limited to those who have NOT won a subscription in the last 6 months.) Deadline to leave a comment on blog social media posts is Feb 26, 2023.
Disclosure: Many thanks to Pure Flix for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.
Pure Flix is a one-stop shop for faith and family-friendly movies and shows that you can confidently stream in your home with the entire family. With new premium and exclusive original entertainment choices every week, Pure Flix streaming service has the largest variety of high-quality, curated, positive, encouraging, wholesome movies, series, and kids' content in one service. Pure Flix is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Pictures Entertainment, alongside AFFIRM Films.
“The Confession Musical” is based on the best-selling book series “The Heritage of Lancaster County,” written by Beverly Lewis and written for the stage by Emmy-Nominated screenwriter Martha Bolton. Katie Lapp, a young Amish girl, discovers her parents have been keeping a secret from her... she is adopted. Katie decides to seek her birth mother, defying the rules of her Amish village and risking a shunning.
Meanwhile, her wealthy birth mother, Laura Mayfield, battling an illness that might take her life, begins searching for her long-lost daughter to bequeath her inheritance before it is too late. Secretly plotting against her is the gold-digging husband Dylan (John Schneider), who is scheming to make sure he inherits her fortune. With the help and prayers of her Christian maidservant (Chonda Pierce), they try to foil Dylan’s plan and reunite Katie and Laura.
The Confessional Musical will be in theaters for One Night Only, FEBRUARY 20, 2023! This production is a Fathom Event so click on the LINK to find the nearest THEATERSand toBUY TICKETS!
The play is a mixture of a dramatic story of secrets and separations that touch the heart and the music and merriment give the play an entertainment value to delight audiences. However, with a running time of 3 hours, I wouldn't advise bringing children. There is an intermission, but it's just long enough to stretch your legs, have a restroom break and maybe refill snacks. This is better suited for grown-ups, maybe even a Girl's Night Out event.
Giveaway: $10 Amazon gift card. Enter no later than 2/23/2023 using #TheConfessionMIN in a comment.
Disclosure: Many thanks to Blue Gate Musicals for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.
It's February, love is in the air, and PureFlix has released a new rom-com that will warm your heart and make you laugh. “Heaven Sent” is a romantic comedy about finding love again later in life and rediscovering joy after loss. Themes include letting go of our children/grandchildren, choosing family over fame, finding love after loss, miscommunication, giving grace during misunderstandings.
Starring Karen Abercrombie as Elise, a once famous singer who left that world behind to raise her grandson, Derek (Jemarcus Kilgore), and Patrick (Leon Pridgen), as a widowed pastor. Both have closed the door on love, but with faith and a little help from friends (Charlene Tilton and Michael J. Patterson), will love blossom? When Derek decides it will help himself to gain independence he is sure the perfect solution for everyone is to secretly live-stream Grandma's new romance. What could go wrong?
MY REVIEW:Heaven Sentis a perfect "date night" or movie night with friends film to watch and simply enjoy. There is an underlying message about letting go of the past, but also a reminder that the important memories and people often fit in well during current and future chapters of life.
While there is some drama, it's mostly a fun movie to sit back with your popcorn, relax, and laugh at the antics. I will be watching this movie again! 🍿🥤🎬💞
GIVEAWAY: Win a 3-month subscription to Pure Flix! Enter by Valentine's Day (2/14/23) by using #HeavenSentMIN. (Note: This is limited to US winners only, and only to those who have NOT won a subscription in the last 6 months.)
DISCLOSURE: Many thanks to Pure Flix for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.
Summary: When Matt Harrison arrives in Memphis in 1966 to advance his broadcast
career as a radio DJ, he finds himself inadvertently caught up in a web
of intrigue involving the conspiracy to assassinate Martin Luther King,
Jr.
Set against the backdrop of the civil rights movement and the rich
musical history of the Mississippi Delta.
MY REVIEW: "MEMPHIS" is one of the most mind-gripping books I have read in years. My plan of reading 50-60 pages per day was quickly discarded as I got more caught up in the story. While written as historical fiction, I recognized many names as I read. And the musicians mentioned definitely took me back in time. Whenever I would take a break from reading, I would do a search to refresh my memory or to learn more about the actual people; I even made a playlist of music to set the mood while I was reading. When you think of the city of Memphis, great BBQ and even greater music
come to mind, but this novel also reminds us there is a dark underbelly
of mistreatment and murder.
Hambrick is an excellent story-teller who makes both the fictionalized and the facts come to life. I went through a range of emotions while gripped by the plot. How much is true, and how much is speculation, I don't know, but all of it is plausible. Mike Hambrick is an award-winning broadcast journalist who started out on a small Texas radio station before becoming a rock n’ roll DJ in Memphis. That experience
is the basis of this novel. Hopefully, his next novel will not be far behind! I was 12 years old when Martin Luther King Jr. was assassinated in 1968. While I do have memories of him and his assassination, they are old memories from a child's perspective. "Memphis" reminded me of a few things but, more importantly, gave me a deeper understanding of what was happening in America at that time. Progress and moving on is necessary, but it is important that we remember our past history as a nation and not repeat past mistakes and atrocities. I highly recommend this novel as a past reminder and impetus to do better. This
book NEEDS to become a movie. The soundtrack alone would be
outstanding! And this story needs to be told. I love a book (or film)
that makes me think or has an impact on how I view something. This had
all I wanted and more. BUY THE BOOK!
"The
Confession" tells the story of an Amish Family in turmoil when their
daughter, Katie Lapp, discovers she was adopted, and her biological mother is an Englisher (not
Amish) woman. Meanwhile, the woman, Laura Mayfield, heir to a vast
fortune and on her death bed, is searching for her lost daughter to
bequest her the estate. Standing between her is her gold-digging husband
Dylan (played by John Schneider), who is plotting to claim the fortune
for himself with the help of a hired imposter pretending to be the
long-lost daughter.
While
the story is dramatic, writer Martha Bolton sprinkles in humor, mostly
from award-winning comedian Chonda Pierce as the maid and
internationally renowned British comedian Colin Hearn as the English
Butler. The music is powerful under the direction of multiple Grammy-nominated Dan Posthuma and songwriter Wally Nason. And the screen is
filled with spectacular visuals using twenty actors and dancers and one
of the largest LED screens in the country. Be sure to check out the main cast on the website.
Made with students, young adults, and new believers in mind,The TEXT introduces the new and memorable TEXT study method — Talk to God; Encounter God and humanity in Scripture; eXamine your heart; Talk to others — to help readers of every experience level interact with God’s message. Along with this easy-to-use Bible engagement technique, answers to common questions, prayer prompts, and easy-to-understand study tips, The TEXT is a Bible that readers of any experience level will want to use every day.
• Features Include
TEXT the Text: use the four-step TEXT study method— Talk to God; Encounter God and humanity; eXamine your heart; Talk to others—to engage with Scripture
Big Q of the Text: big life questions with short answers
“Who is God?”: nearly 100 short devotions on the person and character of God
• Praying the Text: Learn how to start praying God’s Word right back to him!
• Get to Know the Text: brief explanations of people and events found in Scrip- ture
• Follow the Thread: navigate the Bible across topics
• Anatomy of the Text: concise descriptions of literary devices and categories of Scripture found within the Bible, such as parables and apocalyptic books
• Terms of the Text: brief definitions of important words to help us better understand and discuss Scripture
• Clear and readable 9-point NET Comfort Print® typeface
• A Bible for students that doesn’t talk down to them and teaches who God is, how to engage with Scripture, and how to have a personal relationship with Him.
MY REVIEW: Excellent New English Translation Bible with several valuable resources to use. I really love the Praying The Text selections! There are also suggested Reading Plans, Who Is God? short devotions, maps, concordance, and a page of #Hashtags to help the reader. The print is a comfortable size for most readers and tons of room in the margins for taking notes. I was relieved to learn that TEXT is an acronym (Texting is a form of torture to me 😉) for a marvelous plan to fully experience reading God's Word and gaining a deeper understanding of God's message to His people.
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Disclosure: Many thanks to Harper Collins Christian Publishing for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own and NOT influenced by monetary compensation.
Michael and Hayley DiMarco are the bestselling and award-winning authors of more than 40 books including Own It, God Guy, God Girl, and A Woman Overwhelmed. Michael and Hayley have now served as general editors on three Bible projects. Together, they work side-by-side at Hungry Planet, a company they founded that creates winsome and spiritually based content for teens and adults. They live in Eugene, Oregon, where Michael serves as a pastor.
Momentum Influencers Interview w/ The TEXT Bible's Michael & Hayley DiMarco!
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