What follows is not a comment on the film itself (which is very clever), nor the acting (which is good) but some of the theology & concepts in it. It's fair to say that on such topics there's plenty I don't know, that I'm happy with that being the case & actually believe it's correct (given I'm not God). Anyone who knows me, also knows I don't tend to ride the theological wagon very often, but this is something that couldn't & shouldn't be ignored (yes I know it's only a film!).
It's fast moving & I couldn't process quickly enough, so I'm left with what's 'stuck'. There is some good stuff in there but on reflection this causes part of my concern because it can be used as a 'Trojan horse' for some other less helpful lines of thinking.
There are some things I fundamentally believe - here's how they tally against the film
Agree
- our actions have consequences
- God's desire is that our choices will outwork His plan & that we pray accordingly
- how bold & free we then become in His presence, freely asking according to His will, sure that He's listening - 1 John 5:14 (MSG)
- angels don't know every detail of God's plan
Disagree
- God & His angels spend their time messing with our free will
- that God takes a rubber to the plan & issues a new one
- angels swear
Don't know
- whether we can change God's mind (e.g. through prayer). There seem to have been a few extraordinary biblical characters who did manage this, as for me...?
So, I'm not saying do or don't watch this film. If you do, take the opportunity to stay on your toes mentally with your spirit alive & looking at it as (in part) an opportunity to strengthen your beliefs. I may yet end up watching it a second time for myself!
BTW - if anyone comes by one of those hats & finds a way to use doors to travel around quickly, I'm a buyer.
Cheers for now
Jonathan
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