Wow, it’s been forever since I’ve reviewed a movie. I just had to review The Case for Christ because of its tremendous popularity as a book and its approaching release on DVD. So let’s begin!
Summary: The story behind The Case for Christ is a common one for many Christians. Lee Strobel, a devout atheist, is completely against God and religion. However, when his daughter is miraculously saved by a stranger, his wife begins soul-searching. She trusts Christ as her Savior and starts attending church, but Lee can’t understand her conversion and feels frustrated about her recent changes. Lee’s wife, who continually prays for Lee’s salvation, is likewise frustrated about his complaints about her conversion and his refusal to accept her point of view.
In an effort to prove his wife (and ultimately, Christianity) wrong, Lee talks with several different people, from a priest to a medical doctor. In the end, he realizes the legitimacy of the gospels and trusts Christ for salvation. The subplots in the story include Lee’s conflict with his father and the compelling case Lee must solve as a news reporter.
Message: The main theme of the movie is that the evidence for the resurrection of Christ proves that He is who He claims to be in the Bible. Also, this movie strongly argues that no one is too far from Christ to know and follow Him. The prayers Lee’s wife prayed and the patience she demonstrated helped guide Lee to God.
Tizzie’s Take: Overall, the movie used believable actors and actresses. The story was fairly interesting. However, it did movie slowly at times. It wasn’t the best Christian film I’ve seen, but it definitely was not the worst. Though The Case for Christ wasn’t as dramatic as some Christian movies (for example, Courageous and God’s Not Dead), the general story and theme were compelling. Plus, much of the information Lee discovered was new to me and might be new to you too.
But sanctify Christ as Lord in your hearts, always being ready to make a defense to everyone who asks you to give an account for the hope that is in you, but with gentleness and respect. (1 Peter 3:15 NASB)
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