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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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
Resources:
email me - findingchristinmodernmedia@gmail.com
FB group - Finding Christ in Modern Media COMMUNITY
IG - @FindingChristinModernMedia
Monday Dec 16, 2024
Monday Dec 16, 2024
Why do we generally feel so happy, generous, and kind during Christmas?? It's not just because we get presents--in fact, I would argue the opposite!
(And I recognize that for many people, the Christmas season is actually a very difficult time)
In this episode we discuss the spiritual connections Christians can find within the classic Muppet song "It Feels Like Christmas" and the Savior, who's birth we celebrate.
For all my faith-filled, movie fans (especially my Muppets lovers) this is an episode you won't want to miss!
Mentioned in the episode:
WATCH "It Feels Like Christmas" scene/song - Click for YouTube Link
Resources:
email me - findingchristinmodernmedia@gmail.com
FB group - Finding Christ in Modern Media COMMUNITY
IG - @FindingChristinModernMedia
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
Thursday Dec 12, 2024
During Christmastime we have Santa and we have the Nativity...
But can they truly *both* be celebrated TOGETHER?? How can one support the other, and what does this ACTUALLY look like in practice with my family?
In this episode we discuss the spiritual connections Christians can find between Jolly Ol' St. Nick, who gives us gifts... and the Savior, who gave us the Ultimate Gift.
For all my faith-filled, movie fan friends, this is an episode you won't want to miss!
RESOURCES:
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FB group - Finding Christ in Modern Media COMMUNITY https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19WZFGPJNk/
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Monday Dec 09, 2024
Monday Dec 09, 2024
Have you ever felt plain, unimportant, or unnoticed? Are you wondering if there is a way to CHANGE from small and insignificant, to mighty and magnificent?
In this episode we discuss the spiritual connections Christians can find between the boy who coined the phrase "oh good grief!" to the Savior who has "born our grief."
For all my faith-filled, movie fans this is a Peanuts episode you won't want to miss!
Mentioned in the episode:
Elder Dieter F. Uchtdorf: The Love of God, Oct 2009
Resources:
email me - findingchristinmodernmedia@gmail.com
FB group - Finding Christ in Modern Media COMMUNITY https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19WZFGPJNk/
IG - @FindingChristinModernMedia
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Thursday Dec 05, 2024
Do you maybe feel forgotten this Christmas season? Does God really care about YOU?
In this episode we discuss spiritual connections we as Christians can find in Home Alone, and how we can KNOW that God does love us and wants to be with us!
For all my faith-filled, movie fan friends, this is another episode you won't want to miss!
Mentioned in the episode:
Elder Patrick Kearon's talk- God's Intent Is to Bring You Home
Resources:
email me - findingchristinmodernmedia@gmail.com
FB group - Finding Christ in Modern Media COMMUNITY https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19WZFGPJNk/
IG - @FindingChristinModernMedia
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Struggling to stand up for truth and faith, but also avoiding contention during disagreements? ...Especially online??
In this episode we discuss the spiritual connections Christians can find between the girl who taught us to Have Courage and Be Kind, and the Master Exemplar of Courage and Kindness.
For all my faith-filled, movie fan friends this is an episode you won't want to miss!
Mentioned in the episode:
President Russell M. Nelson - Peacemakers Needed
Resources:
email me - findingchristinmodernmedia@gmail.com
FB group - Finding Christ in Modern Media COMMUNITY
IG - @FindingChristinModernMedia
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Wondering what your purpose is? Who you are? And if God TRULY cares about you??
In this episode we discuss the spiritual connections Christians can find between The Lion King and The King of Kings, and how that can affect your life TODAY.
For all my faith-filled, movie fan friends, this is an episode you won't want to miss!
Mentioned in the episode:
Moses 1
Article - Understanding Your Divine Identity
Resources:
email me - findingchristinmodernmedia@gmail.com
FB group - Finding Christ in Modern Media COMMUNITY
IG - @FindingChristinModernMedia
Monday Dec 02, 2024
Monday Dec 02, 2024
YES there are spiritual lessons we can learn from Harry Potter!
Have you ever wondered why Jesus died for YOU? Or whether your Heavenly Father really cares about you?
In this episode we discuss the spiritual connections Christians can find between the "Boy Who Lived" and the Almighty "Son Who Lived".
For all my faith-filled, movie fans (and even my HP book-lovers!) this is an episode you won't want to miss!
Mentioned in the episode:
Gethsemane song - Gethsemane | October 2024 General Conference
Resources:
email me - findingchristinmodernmedia@gmail.com
FB group - Finding Christ in Modern Media COMMUNITY https://www.facebook.com/share/g/19WZFGPJNk/
IG - @FindingChristinModernMedia
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Wednesday Nov 13, 2024
Wanting to come closer to Christ?
Are you feeling drained from today's media?
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 film and tv.
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 powerful ways to teach 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 an uplifting, spiritual conversation 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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