Lifemark - A Film From Executive Producers Kirk Cameron and The Kendrick Brothers

 I was recently blessed by Graf-Martin Communications to be able to prescreen Lifemark - A Film From Executive Producers Kirk Cameron and The Kendrick Brothers. 

From the movie’s website: “David’s comfortable world is turned upside down when his birthmother unexpectedly reaches out to him, longing to meet the 18-year-old son she’s only held once. With the encouragement of his adoptive parents, David embarks on a journey of discovery that leads to a staggering truth from his past."

I was wary at first, for I have found some of the Kendrick Brother films a bit heavy handed for non-believers. I need not have worried!

The Christian faith was central to the film, but in a soft and more believable way. 

Strong truths were presented in a way that struck the heart but didn't slap you in the face.

I would recommend to believers and non-believers alike. Catch it while you can. Opening today.

Graf-Martin offered me a pre-screening. Th views I have shared are my own.

dumbstruck

 

I am here

merely dumbstruck

for a season, but

holding space

for words return

no excuses left

a dog for my feet

under the desk I listed as a need

laptop, coffee, water

Bible, journals, highlighters and pens

a good chair for my aching back

sun through the window

even on this cold winter's day

I have feathered my nest

my excuses have vanished

and yet....

words play hide and seek

just a breath away

patience, He whispers

patience

the melody

my muscles, joints

do not agree with the cold

every fibre aching

as I cried out

this is how the Lord responded

when the pain sings

listen to the melody

and find Me there

in the low notes

the long wails

staccato beat

you will hear My voice

draw your strength

from My presence

do not allow the pain

to speak words of exclusion

or disqualification

you are always welcome

in the secret place

come away

abide in Me

season change

multiple trips to the yard

now frosted, Kona the puppy

quickly self-trained

but her whimpers at the door

call for quick response

cold settles in to the deepest

pain in my bones

still, I can appreciate

beauty, snow burdened branches

painted skies

and the hush

of a season that comes

wanted or not

Kona finds a home

today is the last day these walls

will be merely a house

tomorrow our long awaited addition

will transform our living space

into a true home

as our now eight week old puppy

completes our family

we have food, treats, toys

blankets, collar and leash

a crate for her to snuggle in to

and spaces in our hearts

that she will soon fill to overflowing

meet Kona

and stay tuned for updates

as she grows into herself

a finger on it

I can't quite put a finger on it

to quote an old cliche

I carry the emotions

given to me, full force by my Creator

often swept away

cresting waves then

crashing, gulping water instead 

of air, my head submerged

He gives me hills

and valleys, both

to  be savoured

physical pain, shifts

surprising me, in new 

locations, disguises

tones and echos, almost

symphonic in fullness

always its finger on me

unrelenting grip, does this

hurt? how about here?

He gives me hills 

and valleys, both

but dwells with me

up there and down here

 Fear not [there is nothing to fear], for I am with you; 

do not look around you in terror and be dismayed, for I am your God. 

I will strengthen and harden you to difficulties, yes, I will help you; 

yes, I will hold you up and retain you 

with My [victorious] right hand of rightness and justice.

Isaiah 41:10 Amplified