Films

Like the dynasty of Saul it portrayed, the ABC TV show based on the books of 1, 2 Samuel Of Kings and Prophets was cut short, canceled after only two… — March 29, 2016

An article appeared in the Guardian last week asking if Moses was just a myth.  I got into an interesting online discussion with a few InterVarsity friends (Jon,… — December 10, 2014

A few days ago some InterVarsity friends (Jon, Dan, Tim, and Jesse) and I were discussing an article that appeared in the Guardian asking if Moses was just… — December 8, 2014

The new film, "Exodus: Gods and Kings" will be released December 12, 2014 (watch the trailer below). I obviously, haven't seen it, but I know what's going to… — November 16, 2014

"Denzel Goes Old Testament" is the title of the film review of The Equalizer by Richard Corliss in the most recent Time (Oct. 6, 2014).  He plays Mac who… — October 3, 2014

Everyone is sharing memories about Nelson Mandela, so I thought I should do the same.  No, I never met him.  These are stories from famous people you may… — December 18, 2013

On Wed Nov 13 (2013), The History Channel began a six part series of 1-hour shows entitled Bible Secrets Revealed, with the first episode focused on Translation (click… — November 17, 2013

This week is Civil Rights Week for the Lamb family.  Yes, I know Black History month is February, but we think it's good to think about these issues… — August 22, 2013

For those of you who were interested in Bonhoeffer: Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy by Eric Metaxas but were scared of the 624 pages, you should pick up a… — June 24, 2013

The big thing today is Easter.  Jesus rose from the dead.  Everything is small in comparison. Last night at dinner, my son Nate said, "Hey, the last episode… — March 31, 2013

I cling to your decrees, O LORD; let me not be put to shame (Psalm 119:30 NRSV). "Fly, you fools!"  Our son Nathan exclaimed as he was clinging… — May 21, 2012

Put false ways far from me; and graciously teach me your law (Psalm 119:29 NRSV). False ways are close enough to the psalmist that he* needs divine help… — May 7, 2012

The biggest opening weekend of a non-sequel ever.  And not even during the Summer. The top four books on Amazon as of 8:30 am, March 28, 2012  (they can… — March 30, 2012

(Just to be clear,  the psalmist isn't Lord Voldemort (he's fictional).  But blog titles are supposed to be provocative.) At dinner with my family last night, I asked which… — February 2, 2012

We saw the film Secretariat (2010) last night as a family.  About what we expected.  Decent dialogue, good story, stunning visuals.  It was wonderful to see a story… — January 17, 2012

The Christmas holiday interrupted the 3-part series on Jeremiah 29.  I know you've been anxiously waiting for the final installment.  In the last post (to read what I… — January 4, 2012

What do theologians, Bible teachers and Carrie Underwood all have in common?   They all love to rip a Bible verse out of context to support whatever they are trying… — December 22, 2011

We were watching Soul Surfer (2011) as a family recently.  We decided it would be good to watch a "Christian" movie occasionally.  It may be awhile before that happens again. … — December 17, 2011