Pilgrims Progress - Journey to Heaven - movie review

Recently, I purchased a copy of Reelchristian's "Pilgrim's Progress - Journey to Heaven" DVD. Having read the book a few years ago I had the story fresh in mind and was eager to see how they would portray John Bunyan's timeless book. The website describes it as a modern retelling of a classic story. Overall, it's is a very compelling rendition of the story combining some modern touches along the backdrop of the literal story. I liked the cast and the scenery along the way is beautiful.

The movie sells for around $20 and I would highly recommend it. After watching it a few times, it challenged me ask whether I was getting off the path in my Christian walk.

From their website:
"The goal was to stay as faithful to the book and its’ Gospel message as possible. At this time, over 6,000 people have seen the film in test screenings, with over 200 people surrendering their lives to Jesus. It is humbling to know that God is using the film for His glory and it’s just getting out of the starting gate."

Fireproof - movie review

This weekend my wife and I went to see "Fireproof", the movie from the guys who made "Facing the Giants." I was floored by this movie, it's really good. Fireproof is well written and acted. It is funny with romance and some pretty intense parts as this young couple tries to decide whether to end their young marriage or not. Kirk Cameron of Way of the Master plays the part of Caleb Holt, a frustrated fire fighter whose marriage is falling apart. This role shows us a not-so-nice side of Kirk that was good to see he could pull it off. The movie even deals with the difficult subject of pornography. There is a strong gospel presentation from Harris Malcolm who plays Kirk's father. I really liked Mr. Malcolm's character, very strong presence. Overall, this movie glorifies Jesus Christ our savior in such a way I almost had to ask if I was dreaming seeing a movie like this in the local movie theater.

I want to stress this is a good movie. I rarely go out to see movies because we all know what the majority of it is these days. But when I do see a movie I am very critical so I was very much pleased to have been entertained and enlightened by this one. Please consider going out and supporting it.

Bart Blair - "All for you" ep

My friend and former band mate of the 80's has released his new ep entitled "All of you" from Mississauga, Canada. The five song ep features some great Christian worship music in the vein of Chris Thomlin. The songs are "Follow You," "Psalm 148," "All For You," "You Are My Friend," and "Love Song for the Creator." The songs are well thought out and I've been listening to them for several weeks.

He also has an ep he did in 2006 called "Lifewater," I'd recommend getting as well.

His myspace page to hear the tunes.

His webpage to purchase a copy.

Here's a blog I wrote about Bart when we both had a lot more hair.
Bart, a friend from my past.

Lost Cause Ministries

Last Saturday, August 16, 2008, I helped Lost Cause Ministries run their booth at the North Texas State Fair in Denton, Texas with several other volunteers who have a much better grasp at witnessing than I do. Ironically, the last time I was at the fair grounds was in 1992 when one of my bands played there. The same old stage was there, but they had added quite a bit to the fairgrounds since then.


We had a great time handing out "One Million Dollar bill" tracts and 10 Commandment coins.

Please listen to the interview I did with Jon Speed about his ministry:

Jon Speed
Lost Cause Ministries