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Reviews & What-to-Watch April 29, 2024

10 Inspiring Movies About the Power of Redemption

10 Inspiring Movies About the Power of Redemption

By Movieguide® Contributor

Ephesians 1:7 says, “In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in accordance with the riches of God’s grace.” Even the worst sinners can be delivered from their shameful past when they accept Jesus into their hearts. From Biblical films like PAUL: THE APOSTLE OF CHRIST to modern-day stories like THE BLIND, this curated list features films demonstrating Christ’s transformational love.

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1

PAUL, APOSTLE OF CHRIST

Discernment Biblical Drama · PG-13

PAUL, APOSTLE OF CHRIST is a profound, inspiring movie about Paul’s last days in a Roman prison. In A.D. 67, Paul’s friend Luke sneaks into Rome, where Nero is still persecuting Christians. A secret enclave of Christians bribes a guard so Luke…

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2

LIFEMARK

Family Drama · PG-13

LIFEMARK is a faith-based drama about an 18-year-old teenager, David, who has tried to hide the fact he’s adopted until his a biological parents try to contact him. One day, David comes home, and his parents who raised him tell him his…

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3

THE BLIND

Discernment Biography · PG-13

THE BLIND refers to a duck blind where his friend, Al, and Phil Robertson are hunting in 1985. Phil tells Al his Christian testimony. The movie cuts to 1958 when Phil is a little boy. Phil’s father worked in the oil fields,…

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4

UNBROKEN

Caution Drama/Biography · PG-13

UNBROKEN is an immensely powerful biographical movie about the life of Louis Zamperini, who became a famous evangelist. The son of Italian immigrants, Louie goes from being a mischievous young boy to an Olympic runner at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. When World…

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5

FIREPROOF

Family Drama · PG

FIREPROOF is an incredibly gripping, compelling, heartrending, transformational story about saving a marriage that is on the rocks. Kirk Cameron stars as Caleb Holt, a fire chief in a small town who gets respect from everyone except his wife, Katherine, played by…

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6

I CAN ONLY IMAGINE

Family Drama · PG

I CAN ONLY IMAGINE is the story behind the most-played Christian contemporary song, “I Can Only Imagine” by the band MercyMe. Since he was a young boy, Bart Millard’s father, Arthur, was emotionally and physically abusive. When Bart isn’t able to fulfill…

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7

COURAGEOUS

Family Drama · PG-13

COURAGEOUS is a very emotional, captivating movie. The movie opens with an African American man, Nathan Hayes, chasing down a gang member who stole Nathan’s truck, with Nathan’s son inside. Nathan has just transferred from the Atlanta police department to the small…

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8

BREAK EVERY CHAIN

Discernment Drama/Biopic · Not Rated

BREAK EVERY CHAIN is based on the true story of West Virginia police officer Jonathan Hickory. As a first-responder, Jonathan is shocked by what he sees and turns to alcohol and anger toward God. While his career as an officer advances, Jonathan‘s…

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9

THE RESURRECTION OF GAVIN STONE

Family Comedy · PG

THE RESURRECTION OF GAVIN STONE is an entertaining redemption story about a washed-up child actor who pretends to be a Christian so he can play Jesus in the upcoming Easter Passion Play. As Gavin gets to know the members at the church,…

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10

REDEMPTION WAY

Family Drama · Not Rated

REDEMPTION WAY is a faith-based movie available on DVD, Amazon and elsewhere. Jenny is a married hospice worker who wants to get a promotion at work so she and her husband can afford to adopt a child. A devout Christian, Jenny learns…

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