The Faith & Science Lecture Forum hosted an engagement to discuss the question, "Is There Meaning in Evil and Suffering?" Ravi Zacharias was the featured lecturer and he presented a 45-minute address offering the Christian perspective to this concern.
Many Christians struggle with personal evangelism, sharing the message of Jesus Christ with others. One reason for this is that religion is generally considered a private affair in our society. To talk to others about your faith seems a little pushy and in bad taste. But Christian personal evangelism is not trying to convert others to your particular denomination, but to bring the good news about the love of God, forgiveness in Jesus, and the offer of a new life. The series shows why sharing Christ is important and provides Bible-based advice on how to witness.
In 1946 Loyola University commissioned veteran B-movie filmmaker John T. Coyle to assemble a pool of accomplished Hollywood actors and technicians to produce a series of 16 mini-movies based on Biblical scripture. These inspired films have long been considered lost. Gospel Films Archive has uncovered eight Loyola Films thus far.
"John Wycliffe" is a dramatic biography of the life of the 14th century scholar and cleric who translated the Bible into English for the first time.
Doctor Helen Roseveare, affectionately called "Mama Luka," pioneered vital medical work in the rain forests of the Belgian Congo—now Zaire. After Independence in 1964, the country was ravaged by the Simba Rebellion. Helen, caught up in the horror of the revolution, was beaten, raped and imprisoned by the rebels. Mama Luka Comes Home vividly tells her story of forgiveness and faithfulness to those she came to serve. This is a story of love overcoming hatred, brutality, and racial prejudice.
Milltown Pride tells of a young man who dreams of playing professional baseball, his rise as a baseball star, his fall from grace, and the redemption he finds through faith and love.
Newton’s Grace is the true story of a real “Prodigal Son,” the story of miraculous forgiveness and change that lies behind the powerful words of one of the world’s most beloved hymns.
In Regrets, Reality, Restoration you will hear the heartfelt stories of people who have experienced profound regret over their actions. Drug addiction and alcohol abuse, abandoning one’s Christian faith, poor ethical decisions, terminal accidents - these are the stories of the people you will meet in this program. As distraught as these individuals had become, see how—even in their most tormented moments —it was God’s love in Christ Jesus that brought forgiveness and restoration to their anguished pasts. This VOD version contains all four parts.
Steve Saint recalls life in the jungles of Ecuador and the events surrounding the death of his father, Nate Saint, and four other missionaries in 1956.
You know of her through the TV series "Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye." Now here is the rest you didn’t know, and her story is sure to capture a place in your heart. In this program, Sue tells how God helped her overcome daunting obstacles to share her message of hope and inspiration with others.
A family detective story with a lesson on honesty and forgiveness. Young Leon is new in town and wants to fit in. He tries to join a local club of self-styled sleuths called the “Mountain Bike Detective Club,” but he’s got a problem.
Discovering Dreams Come True -- The Story of Joseph and His Brothers follows the remarkable life of Joseph, whose forgiveness and faith in God saved his sometimes jealous family. Happily-Ever-After Discovery -- The Story of Ruth focuses on the faithful heroine Ruth, whose life of love and loyalty serves as an example to everyone in God’s family. Discovering the Way Out -- The Story of the Passover follows the Israelite people as they prepare for the greatest escape in history. From the burning bush to the crossing of the Red Sea, God calls Moses to lead the way to freedom.
Introduce children to the story of Corrie ten Boom, who helped protect Jews from the Nazi regime during World War II. An amazing story of courage, sacrifice, and forgiveness.
Filmed entirely in Romania, including in the very prison where Pastor Wurmbrand endured torture and solitary confinement, this powerful film uniquely presents the story with live action rather than interviews.
Truth Prevails, a quote from Hus himself, is an hour-long documentary from The Christian History Institute and award-winning filmmakers Jerry and Misha Griffith. Using location footage, interviews with prominent historians and period artwork, this film follow the struggles of Jan Hus and the efforts of modern scholars which ultimately led Pope John Paul II to apologize for the Church's actions.
This program is hosted by Rwandan genocide survivor Immaculée Ilibagiza. She takes us to northern Uganda to see God at work in the Church of Uganda. We witness powerful stories of loss, death and disease told by young and old. We see and hear songs and affirmations of faith among the Acholi people.
The Barton's happy, comfortable, suburban existence is thrown into chaos when cousin Kevin comes to live with them and everyone's patience and character are tested to the limit by the adventure that unfolds. The young people discover stolen goods stored in a nearby abandoned house. They have to deal with the gang that hid them, the police who want them, and their own consciences. Through it all everyone endures difficulties and grows in ways they never expected. This film helps young people learn to take responsibility for their actions and see the power of forgiveness.
Matt wants desperately to belong. He’s a new boy in a British school and he’s from the United States. The trouble is, one person in particular is equally determined to stop Matt from joining this circle of friends. To make matters worse, Matt and Amy stumble across a cantankerous old man who so much needs their help but rewards them only with insults and ingratitude. As Matt tries to win a place as an insider, his skill on the soccer team, his personal loyalties, his self-belief and ultimately his faith are all placed in a pressure cooker—then someone turns up the heat.
Your child will enjoy these entertaining stories and along the way will learn the values of courage and faith.
Into My Arms is a healing tool for those who are experiencing post-abortion trauma. It is also offers vital information for those considering abortion.
Ryan faces a band of ninja chickens and must learn the importance of forgiveness in order to save the day.
A debt of honor becomes a badge to freedom in this life-affirming winner drama. Judge Albert Sidney has retired from the bench when he is asked to help a boyhood friend, Gee Penniwell. Gee has refused the government's belated attempt to award him the Medal of Honor. Delving deeper, the judge is confronted with his friend's bitterness about World War II and the silent war he and Gee, a black man, have maintained for 30 years. As the two men confront their pasts and their prejudices, they learn the meaning of courage, friendship and forgiveness.
This set includes newly mastered editions of Sheffey and The Cross and the Switchblade.
Academy Award® winner Vanessa Redgrave stars as Esther, a wise woman who teaches a troubled young man the power of love. From her, Michael Keddington (Chad Willett) learns important lessons about faith and forgiveness. Her gift to him of a locket—symbolic of one person's missed opportunities—comes to represent Michael's second chance Full Screen