This is our Time DVD - A Review and a Giveaway

This is Our Time DVD

 

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About the movie:

The movie tells the interwoven stories of Luke (T.J. Dalrymple) and Alé (Erin Bethea), who marry right after school and move to India to serve as missionaries for Embrace A Village, a ministry that cares for those afflicted with leprosy and their families; aspiring financier Catherine (Kate Cobb), who joins a prestigious financial institution determined to make an impact on corporate America; Ryder (Matthew Florida), who lands an impressive job in social media and can’t wait to use the powerful medium for a greater good; and Ethan (Shawn-Caulin Young,) seemingly the odd man out, who struggles to find his God-given-purpose and feels sidelined by God.

“What they all come to learn is that it never really was their time,” Arnold said. “It always was, always is, God’s time.”

Giveaway

One lucky reader will receive a copy of this DVD, courtesy of FlyBy Promotions.  Just leave a comment on or before April 30, 2013.  I will choose one comment at random.

Our Thoughts:

I have enjoyed viewing several family-friendly Christian movies over the past few years.  It is always a pleasure to be able to sit down as a family and watch a movie without worrying about the content.  It also nice to watch movies with a purpose, a lesson...  to be reminded of God's promises, our purpose in life, etc.

So of course, when this movie came up for review, I volunteered.  This weekend, we sat down as a family to watch the This is Our Time DVD.  I can't say it was my favorite movie of all times... some of the acting was a little "off", the scenes jumped around a lot, and some things were a bit difficult to follow.  But the message was still there, coming through loud and clear.  As the above quote said, "It never really was their time.  It always was, always is, God's time."  God knows the plans He has for us; He knows what the future holds.  He has a plan... a plan we don't always understand, don't even always agree with.  The movie reminds us that God never promised it would be easy, and reminds us that for those who God has the greatest plans, it rarely is easy.  This movie is definitely a tear-jerker. 

The movie also focuses on a real organization called Embrace A Village, a ministry that cares for lepers and their families.

"Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

Hero Tales from American History by Theodore Roosevelt & Henry Cabot Lodge CD Set - A Review

Hero Tales from American History
by Theodore Roosevelt & Henry Cabot Lodge

Complete Set for $15
Available at Raising Real Men

President Theodore Roosevelt and Congressman Henry Cabot Lodge wrote a history book for children, "Hero Tales from American History."  It came to be, after Roosevelt's wife encouraged Roosevelt and Lodge (good friends) to write about some of their favorite Americans and moments in history.  The tales are retellings of some of America's greatest heroes from the Revolutionary War to the Civil War, 26 stories in all.

Hal and Melanie Young have taken this treasure and turned it into an audio-tale, complete with sound effects.  The set includes 3 CDs, each an hour long.  The tales are 7 to 11 minutes long and appropriate for all ages.


Here is a breakdown of the included tales.

Part 1 – 1732-1777
George Washington (Biography)
Daniel Boone (Biography)
George Rogers Clark (Revolutionary War)
The Battle of Trenton (Revolutionary War)
Bennington (Revolutionary War)

Part 2 – 1780-1814
Kings Mountain (Revolutionary War)
Stony Point (Revolutionary War)
Gouveneur Morris (French Revolution)
The Philadelphia (Barbary Pirates)
The Wasp (War of 1812)
The Privateer General Armstrong (War of 1812)

Part 3 – 1814-1865
The Battle of New Orleans (War of 1812)
John Quincy Adams and the Right of Petition
Francis Parkman
“Remember The Alamo!” (Texas Revolution)
Hampton Roads (USS Monitor and CSS Virginia)
The Flag-Bearer (War Between The States)






I was so privileged to receive this audio set for review.  I didn't even know that the book, "Hero Tales," existed.  I knew several things about Theodore Roosevelt, but I didn't know that he was an author... and a children's author at that.  He and Lodge shared the stories of great Americans, such as George Washington and Daniel Boone.

My daughters and I listened to these stories while commuting back and forth to activities.  What a great use of our time.  We were able to learn about some of America's greatest heroes, to hear about hard-fought victories, to be reminded of what virtue truly is.

To get an idea of the kinds of lessons to be learned from these tales, take a moment to read from  the book's dedication: "Thrift, industry, obedience to law, and intellectual cultivation are essential qualities in the makeup of any successful people; but no people can be really great unless they possess also the heroic virtues which are as needful in time of peace as in time of war, and as important in civil as in military life. As a civilized people we desire peace, but the only peace worth having is obtained by instant readiness to fight when wronged—not by unwillingness or inability to fight at all. Intelligent foresight in preparation and known capacity to stand well in battle are the surest safeguards against war. America will cease to be a great nation whenever her young men cease to possess energy, daring, and endurance, as well as the wish and the power to fight the nation's foes."

I love history, especially American history.  This Audio CD set is American history at its best.  Way more interesting than a dry, boring textbook.  I am very thankful to be able to add this set to my homeschool collection.  I hope you will consider adding it to your collection, as well.

Disclaimer: 

"Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

 

 

VeggieTales: The Little House that Stood - A Giveaway

VeggieTales:  The Little House that Stood DVD

 

 

Website: http://veggietales.com/littlehouse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/veggietales

Twitter: https://twitter.com/veggietales

Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7K65sINFgro&list=UUhddokv0fxIN3BS-KZpxFfA&index=2

About The Little House That Stood

When the Three Little Pigs roll into Cabbageville looking to build some new houses, they meet one builder with a plan and two without a clue! Larry builds with hay, Mr. Lunt with bricks, but only Bob builds his houses on a firm foundation - following the wise plans from the Master Builder's Handbook! Will the Little Piggies make the right choices when it comes to building their houses - and their lives - on solid ground? Find out in this parable that shows kids when they follow God's blueprints, they can stand strong when the storms come!

"Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

 

Our Thoughts:

 

I have loved VeggieTales for years.  And so have my children.  The characters are cute.  The songs are catchy.  The stories are interesting.  And the lessons are invaluable.

 

So when I was offered a chance to review the newest VeggieTales movie, I jumped at the chance.  And as always, it didn't disappoint.  

 

"The 3 Little Pigs" meets "The Man Who Built His House Upon the Rock" in the latest tale.  And children will learn that only houses built upon the strong foundation will stand firm in the times of trials and storms.  So build your lives upon the True Rock, the Word of God.

 

 

 

Giveaway

 

One lucky reader will receive a copy of this great DVD, courtesy of FlyBy Promotions.  Just leave a comment on or before March 15, 2013.  I will choose one name at random.

Abel's Field DVD - A Review and a Giveaway

Website: http://www.abelsfield.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AbelsField

Twitter: https://twitter.com/AbelsField

About Abel's Field

Left motherless by tragedy and abandoned by his father, high school senior Seth McArdle (Samuel Davis) faces enormous pressure as he strives to support his little sisters. At school, he endures the daily bullying of the football team. But fighting back only finds him singled out for punishment and assigned to an after-school work detail under the supervision of the reserved groundskeeper, Abel (SOUL SURFER’S Kevin Sorbo). Much to his surprise, Seth discovers that Abel may be the only one who truly understands his struggles. As dark times lure Seth toward desperate measures, the reluctant Abel may be the one person who can point him back toward the light.

 

 

 

 

 

My Thoughts

 

I appreciate that so many family-appropriate movies are coming out lately.  Movies that don't use profanity or show questionable content.  It is nice to sit down with my children to watch a movie and know that I won't need to cringe.  And that fact that so many faith-based movies are coming out makes it that much better.  Movies with a moral, a lesson, an encouraging word.

 

All the above things are what Abel's Field is all about.  It is family friendly and it is faith based.  And the message is one that Christians need to be reminded about all too often.  God is more than willing to forgive a repentant heart; unfortunately, we have so much trouble forgiving ourselves.  And why do we too often wait till we hit rock-bottom to cry out to God for help?

 

My family enjoyed this movie and highly recommend it to others.

 

 

 

 

Giveaway

 

One lucky reader will receive a copy of this great DVD, courtesy of FlyBy Promotions.  Just leave a comment on or before February 15, 2013.  I will choose one name at random.

 

 

 

 

 

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."