On the opening page of The Theological Power of Film, James Lorenz explains that the work, an exercise in film-phenomenology, will unveil how, if film’s moving images prove capable of priming the viewer for all manner of spiritual experience, it is because the very medium itself can serve “as theology”
Since I consider the book Between Parent and Child by Haim Ginott to be a masterwork of empathetic, yet disciplined child raising, I was delighted when Haim’s widow, Alice Ginott, gave me her approval to update and revise the book. As I met with her in her NYC apartment, I
Scot The ten chapters that we look at today are about both the low and high points of the Nephite nation. This is a time of continual war, brought on in large part by the “contentions, and dissensions, and all manner of iniquity of the people of Nephi” (Alma 62:40)
Vacation Bible School, VBS, at Brentwood Baptist is more than just a week of fun for children; it’s a profound opportunity for young hearts to encounter the Gospel. Last year alone, we witnessed the transformative power of God’s word in the lives of many, with over 1000 children attending and
Faith Over Fear: The Israelites’ Struggle and the Power of Promises In this thought-provoking episode of Sermon Notes, co-hosts Jay Strother and Brian Ball delve into the rich tapestry of the Book of Numbers, exploring the interplay of obedience, leadership, and God’s redemptive discipline. They dissect Moses’ pivotal moment of
by Tomo Duke, Faith Action Network in Washington [about the author] I visited the Washington State Capitol a few times this legislative session to advocate with our elected officials. I walked through buildings filled with elegant marble and golden interiors and observed many people dressed in fancy suits. I thought
After Lehi had his dream of the tree of life, his sons had some choices, and, based on those, in the next few hours had radically different experiences. Laman and Lemuel went to their tent and fought about the meaning of the dream, and Nephi was swept up to a
Subscribe Now The Transformative Power of Worship: Insights on Gathering as the Body of Christ In this episode of Sermon Notes, host Jay Strother is joined by special guest Travis Cottrell, worship minister and recording artist, to dive into the importance of peace, worship, and gathering as the one