Fruitbearers

Sound of Freedom is a powerful must-see film based on the true story of Timothy Ballard, a former US government agent who quits his job in order to devote his life to rescuing children from global sex traffickers. The story begins with a parent's worst nightmare. A father in Honduras cannot find his daughter and son when he comes to pick them up from a "talent audition" where he drops them off. Tim saves the boy from traffickers, but his sister is still kept captive. Tim decides to risk his own life journeying deep into the Colombian jungle to free her. Sound of Freedom is such an important and impactful movie that aims to help raise awareness about the prevalence of human trafficking and propel people to fight against this evil. I cannot recommend it enough. Bring tissues. I have to warn you that certain scenes in the movie will be hard to watch even though they try to show its mature and sensitive subject matter in a tasteful and honorable way. This real-life story is...

I personally enjoy studying the Bible. I desire to know God more and more intimately. I don't want to miss out on anything God wants me to know. I always appreciate tools and resources that help me understand the Bible better. In addition, I've always wanted to visit Israel.  Encounter the 3D Bible by Dr. Susan Michael is an easy but impactful read. It makes me more mindful of how the places, people, culture, and events in the Bible fit together so beautifully. This book is not a Bible study but a book that gives you tips on how to read the Bible in such a way that enhances your understanding and your appreciation of the Bible. The Bible will go from 2D to 3D and makes your Bible study richer and livelier. It whets your appetite for digging deeper into God's Word as digging for precious treasures. The author gives guidelines to help us read the Bible in context (historical context, geographical context, cultural context, and literary context/genre). Without a proper unders...

In this world of chaos, distractions, and negativity, we all can certainly use words of encouragement, especially soul-nourishing and faith-strengthening messages from God's Word. I was excited to receive the You Are Loved Scripture Writing Journal and the 4x4 Scripture Card Set . The card set consists of 52 beautifully designed cards with affirming messages about who you are (in Christ) on one side and corresponding Scriptures on the other side. The colorful floral images in the background are pleasing to the eyes and make the words stand out. The 108-page Scripture Writing Journal complements the card set with the same affirmations and Scripture references plus space to write Scriptures, journal, reflection, and prayer. I encourage you to get into a habit of writing out Scripture. It really helps us remember better (hiding God's Word in our hearts) and focus our thoughts/mind on what God thinks of us, says about us, and how much He loves us. These wonderful truths will help u...

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, “ ...

I am glad to see more and more Christian movies coming out.  His Only Son  will release in theaters tomorrow (March 31st).  His Only Son  tells the true Biblical account of Abraham and his faith being put to the test when God tells him to offer his one and only promised, long-awaited (25 years) son, Isaac, as a burnt offering. During his 3-day journey with Isaac and two servants to Moriah (where God told him to go), Abraham has flashbacks of the years when he and Sarah longed for the son God promised them. As a parent, I can really relate to Abraham's anguish and probably confusion, too. As a Christian, I really admire Abraham's faith and confidence in God and his unquestioning obedience. His complete trust in Yahweh Yireh ("The LORD Will Provide") is truly remarkable. He knows that God will provide what God requires.  His Only Son  effectively depicts Genesis 22 while beautifully weaving in the gospel message of God's grace, mercy, and redemption plan. His...

I am glad to see more and more Christian movies coming out. His Only Son will release in theaters tomorrow (March 31st). His Only Son  tells the true Biblical account of Abraham and his faith being put to the test when God tells him to offer his one and only promised, long-awaited (25 years) son, Isaac, as a burnt offering. During his 3-day journey with Isaac and two servants to Moriah (where God told him to go), Abraham has flashbacks of the years when he and Sarah longed for the son God promised them. As a parent, I can really relate to Abraham's anguish and probably confusion, too. As a Christian, I really admire Abraham's faith and confidence in God and his unquestioning obedience. His complete trust in Yahweh Yireh ("The LORD Will Provide") is truly remarkable. He knows that God will provide what God requires. His Only Son effectively depicts Genesis 22 while beautifully weaving in the gospel message of God's grace, mercy, and redemption plan. His Only Son ...

I have always thought of Barnabas as Mr. Encourager but this book, Authentic Influencer , by Jonathan Murphy , helps me have greater respect and appreciation for Barnabas as Mr. Authentic Influencer, too. Everyday God works through ordinary believers living an authentic everyday life of influence in everyday spheres of life. Whether you realize it or not, you are influencing others and being influenced by others. People shape people, for good or for bad. " Walk with the wise and become wise, for a companion of fools suffers harm ." (Proverbs 13:20) In Authentic Influencer , the author draws valuable lessons and 15 key principles from the exemplary life of Barnabas (in Acts) that Christ's followers can copy, adapt, customize, and embody, in order to be active, authentic, godly influencers for Jesus. Never underestimate the impact of an authentic influencer. Barnabas influenced Paul, John Mark, and Luke. Authentic influencers can and do produce world changers.  The Great Co...