Finding Christ in Modern Media | Family Movies, LDS, Disney Movies, Christian Movies, Movie Reviews, Relationship with God
Wanting to come closer to Christ? Do you wish you could learn gospel principles while also enjoying your favorite movies? In this podcast we will be discussing eternal truths that we can find in modern tv and film. My mission is to help you not only see God in the scriptures and Sunday school, but in places we don’t expect--like during family movie night! If you’re ready to change your focus and start seeing Christ in The Lion King, Harry Potter, and Bluey, then you’re in the right place! Hey, I’m Valerie! I’m a wife, mother, follower of Christ, and member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I grew up loving movies and books about princesses, superheroes, animals, and dinosaurs. Stories are a powerful way to learn lessons, and now as an adult I’ve enjoyed looking for analogies in my favorite films. It was while rewatching the animated classics with my kids that I realized there were so many eternal truths and principles being taught, if only I’d look for them. They really are everywhere! And now I want to share them with you! If you’re ready to have uplifting, spiritual conversations about The Sound of Music or Hercules with your new BFF as you do your laundry or dinner prep... Then this podcast is for you! Grab some popcorn and your favorite drink, sister, the show is about to start. Let’s go!
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Monday Jan 20, 2025
Monday Jan 20, 2025
Does it ever feel like you are crying out to the Lord, but He isn't answering?
Why does it seem like God waits until I am struggling or hurting before coming to me?
If you've ever wondered either of these questions, you are not alone.
In today's episode we discuss why our prayers often don't seem to receive answers or why they might come in a way we don't expect.
If you are searching for uplifting media or lessons on prayer for Christian families, be sure to listen!
For all my faith-filled, movie fans (especially Disney classic lovers!) this is an episode you won't want to miss!
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Mark 6:45-51
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Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Thursday Jan 16, 2025
Feel like you're going through yet ANOTHER detour on your life's journey?
Wondering why things never seem to go "right"??
In this episode we discuss what happens during those inevitable times when things "don't go according to plan" and how we can try to not only cope, but THRIVE during those detours!
For all my faith-filled, movie fans this is an episode you won't want to miss!
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Matthew 18:1-4
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Monday Jan 13, 2025
Monday Jan 13, 2025
Struggling to find joy or meaning in your life?
Do you wish you could just have some peace and strength during those hard trials?
In this episode we discuss a possible solution to help with these questions by discussing the spiritual connections Christians can find in this Pixar classic, and how we can also use it to share gospel lessons with our kids!
For all my faith-filled, movie fans (especially my PIXAR-lovers!) this is an episode you won't want to miss!
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Matthew 25:34-40
Mosiah 2:17
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Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Thursday Jan 09, 2025
Can you *really* find spiritual takeaways from popular TV shows?? Like, SERIOUSLY...?!
You may not be an Office fan or watcher, but there are MANY out there in today's world, and I have brought you an episode to show that you truly CAN find gospel lessons that you can apply to your life, if you just look for them!
In this episode we discuss the spiritual connections Christians can find between Dunder Mifflin's Regional Manager, the Assistant to the Regional Manager, and how we can better listen and apply God's counsel to us personally.
For all my faith-filled, movie AND tv fans (especially my OFFICE-lovers!) this is an episode you won't want to miss!
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Doctrine and Covenants 1:14-16
Matthew 26:20-22
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Monday Jan 06, 2025
Monday Jan 06, 2025
What does it LOOK like to have faith? How can we more fully trust in the Lord?
In this episode we discuss spiritual connections Christians can make as we are "Finding faith in Christ" while enjoying the beloved Pixar classic "Finding Nemo".
For all my faith-filled, movie fans (and especially my Pixar lovers!) this is an episode you won't want to miss!
CHECK OUT SOME OF OUR TOP EPISODES:
01 - HARRY POTTER: Finding Christ in the Wizarding World?!
03 - CINDERELLA (2015): How to Stand for Truth on Social Media and Still Keep Your Friends
12 - LORD OF THE RINGS: Four Ways SAMWISE Teaches Us About the Savior
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Thursday Jan 02, 2025
Thursday Jan 02, 2025
Don't feel like you fit the usual "hero" stereotype? Meet one of my favorite heroes from movie history...
Samwise Gamgee.
The humble hobbit gardener, who showed true friendship, loyalty, bravery, and selfless sacrifice in the face of great danger and evil. And who, in my opinion, was VITAL to save Middle-Earth in the LOTR trilogy.
In this episode we discuss the spiritual connections Christians can find between Samwise the Brave and Jesus the Christ.
For all my faith-filled, movie lovers (especially my Tolkien fans) this is an episode you won't want to miss!
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:
Samwise carrying Frodo clip - YouTube, WATCH HERE (You NEED to watch it!)
Episode 01 - HARRY POTTER: Finding Christ in the Wizarding World?!
Episode 04 - HOME ALONE: Feeling *Forgotten* this Christmas...? God is Desperately Searching for YOU!
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Monday Dec 30, 2024
Monday Dec 30, 2024
Wondering how to access God's grace and power in your life?
Did you know that we can learn about Christ even in a story about a boy who never wanted to grow up??
In this episode we discuss the spiritual connections Christians can learn about the Savior's Atonement and the classic animated Disney movie Peter Pan.
For all my faith-filled, movie fans (especially all my fellow nostalgic Disney fans) this is an episode you won't want to miss!
Mentioned in the episode:
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf - The Gift of Grace”, April 2015
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Thursday Dec 26, 2024
Thursday Dec 26, 2024
Are you feeling insignificant or forgotten this Christmas season?
Or are you maybe wondering what's the best way to use your down time between Christmas and New Years?
In today's episode we discuss these two questions and how we can find spiritual lessons from the classic Christmas movie White Christmas.
For all my faith-filled, movie fans (especially my Bing Crosby lovers!) this is an episode you won't want to miss!
Mentioned in the episode:
Isaiah 49:13-16
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Monday Dec 23, 2024
Monday Dec 23, 2024
Have you ever felt like you didn't belong?
Can Santa help us learn something about God?
What's the best way to help create personal change in ourselves and others?
These questions and more are discussed in today's episode!
Are you all snuggled up in your coziest pjs, blankets, and fuzzy socks??
Before you start that movie, give this episode a listen and you'll be ready for some great conversations afterwards with your family, a friend, or maybe your dog is actually your go-to listener...
Either way, for all my faith-filled, movie fans this is an episode you won't want to miss!
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Thursday Dec 19, 2024
Thursday Dec 19, 2024
Have you ever felt like Scrooge after he met the Ghost of Christmas Yet To Come?
Yikes, I hope not!... But if you have, or have simply felt the DESIRE to change and be better, there is a way!
In this episode we discuss the spiritual connections Christians can find between Scrooge and the Savior who allows us to change for the better.
For all my faith-filled, movie fans (and even my Charles Dickens book-lovers!) this is an episode you won't want to miss!
Mentioned in the episode:
Book of Mormon - 2 Ne 9:7-10
New Testament - Matt 18:23-35
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