Film Review: Jesus Revolution (Plus $10 Amazon Giftcard Giveaway)

Jesus Revolution is an inspiring film based on a true story of a national spiritual awakening in the early 1970s among the hippies in Southern California. It follows the story of how the lives of Pastor Chuck Smith (played by Kelsey Grammer), Lonnie Frisbee (played by Jonathan Roumie), and Greg Laurie (played by Joel Courtney) converged and how God used them to impact the hippie culture. The wandering youth searched for truth in all the wrong places (drugs, alcohol, promiscuity, rock and roll, etc.) which failed to give life meaning and fulfillment. Only Jesus Christ can set the captives free and give us an eternal and abundant life.

Jesus Revolution is a wonderful story of faith, hope, agape love, forgiveness, and freedom. Chuck Smith, the founder of Calvary Chapel (more than 1,000 churches now), courageously welcomed those who looked and dressed differently in spite of criticism and opposition from others in his congregation. I love what Chuck Smith said to his congregation, “That’s the essence of it (Christianity): An invitation to the broken. Jesus was very friendly with the outcasts. … This place, it is yours. If you feel like you’re an outcast, join us here. If you feel like you’re misunderstood and judged, this is where you belong. If you feel ashamed or trapped in something you’ve done or are doing, you find forgiveness and freedom right here.” It made me think of the song, "My Jesus" by Todd Agnew (if you have never heard it, please check it out...it's powerful and convicting).

The cast did a fantastic job. Great music. I am pleased to see that the gospel message is clearly presented and includes "repent and believe". The movie also does not shy away from showing flaws and struggles even after people become Christians. We all need God and His grace continually.

Many of you may have seen this movie already. If not, I highly recommend it. Jesus Revolution is now available on digital and will be available on DVD starting 4/25. You can buy Jesus Revolution on digital or preorder the DVD today. It is rated PG-13 for strong drug content and some thematic elements.

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Mami2jcnApril 17, 2023 at 10:16 AM
I liked Heaven is For Real.

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Jessica BeardApril 17, 2023 at 3:16 PM
His Only Son impacted me. I also liked I Can Only Imagine.
AnonymousApril 17, 2023 at 3:46 PM
The Passion of the Christ changed me it is such an amazing film.
heather hgtempaddy@hotmail.com
AnonymousApril 25, 2023 at 5:05 PM
Thank you for your review of Jesus Revolution. You were very accurate. I enjoyed the movie and leaked some tears at powerful scenes!
I have also enjoyed Ben Hur when Jesus's blood washed down the hill.and healed people!!
THE CHOSEN series is also very powerful!!
Ron McNinch
mcnin@comcast.net

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