Directed by: John G. Avildsen
Written by: Robert Mark Kamen
Studio: Columbia Pictures
Starring: Ralph Macchio, Pat Morita, Elisabeth Shue
Rated: PG
About the film:
A teen from New Jersey moves to California and becomes the target of a group of bullies when he befriends an attractive schoolmate. He seeks help from a local handyman who agrees to teach him the art of karate but the lessons are taught in a highly unorthodox manner.
Movie Quote:
“First learn stand, then learn fly. Nature rule, Daniel San, not mine.”
Mr. Miyagi (Pat Norita) in The Karate Kid (1984)
Bible Quote:
“I gave you milk, not solid food; for you were not yet ready for it. Indeed, you are still not ready.”
1 Corinthians 3:2 (NIV)
Commentary:
Mr. Miyagi is a wise teacher. Instead of immediately teaching Daniel how to punch or block punches thrown at him, he gave him work assignments which strengthened the muscles which he would need as his instructions continued to develop. In no discipline of life do we learn how to do everything in one easy lesson.
That is not to say that we don’t expect it. We live in a world that tempts us with instant gratification. We can hop in a car and travel from 0 to 60 mph in seconds. But we need to recognize that is a misconception to think that all of life is designed in this manner.
Even the automobile example I’ve used is a bit misleading. Before we can expect anyone to reach a level of proficiency when driving a car, we’d naturally expect him to receive training in the use and handling of the vehicle. It is why we have driver education instructors.
Taking the time to learn the fundamentals of any activity is vitally important in succeeding and excelling at that activity. It is true in all areas and disciplines of life… no more so than in the spiritual arena.
Questions to consider while watching the film:
1. Think about the greatest athletes in their fields (Michael Jordan, Tiger Woods, etc.). How good would they have been if they never practiced?
2. Part of Daniel’s success came from his meekness to follow Miyagi’s instruction. What is meekness and how important is it to the building of strength?
Michael Elliott
http://screensermon.blogspot.com
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Thursday, November 5, 2009
Sunday, November 1, 2009
HOW GREEN WAS MY VALLEY
Directed by: John Ford
Written by: Philip Dunne
Studio: 20th Century Fox
Starring: Walter Pidgeon, Maureen O’Hara, Roddy McDowell
Rated: Approved
About the film:
A simple family in a turn of the century Welsh coal-mining community deals with the hardships and the pleasures that come with their way of life. The film is told through the fond memories of Huw Morgan, the youngest of 6 brothers in the Morgan household.
Movie Quote:
“Everything I ever learnt as a small boy came from my father, and I never found anything he ever told me to be wrong or worthless. The simple lessons he taught me are as sharp and clear in my mind as if I had heard them only yesterday.”
Huw Morgan (Irving Pichel) in How Green Was My Valley (1943)
Bible Quote:
“Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them slip from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to their children after them.”
Deuteronomy 4:9 (NIV)
Commentary:
Young Huw Morgan benefited from having a loving father who lived up to God’s expectations. The best thing a father can do for his child is to teach him how to live in this world.
Before there was a written Bible, God’s plan of redemption and salvation was given to man to be preserved and protected. For centuries, it was passed from generation to generation as fathers instructed their sons on the ways of God.
Even today, the lessons we learn from our parents and grandparents are priceless. They form the foundation of all we are to become. They can build habits and patterns of thought or action which will not only last for our lifetime but for generations as we, in due time, pass them on to our offspring.
We should never underestimate or undervalue the importance of the wisdom and knowledge of those who have lived longer than we. Nor should we forget our responsibility to pass along our knowledge and understanding to those who will follow us.
Questions to consider while watching the film:
1. What lessons have you learned from your parents or grandparents that you intend to pass onto your children?
2. Huw had a number of role models to learn from as he grew into a man. Who are your role models and why?
Michael Elliott
http://screensermon.blogspot.com
Written by: Philip Dunne
Studio: 20th Century Fox
Starring: Walter Pidgeon, Maureen O’Hara, Roddy McDowell
Rated: Approved
About the film:
A simple family in a turn of the century Welsh coal-mining community deals with the hardships and the pleasures that come with their way of life. The film is told through the fond memories of Huw Morgan, the youngest of 6 brothers in the Morgan household.
Movie Quote:
“Everything I ever learnt as a small boy came from my father, and I never found anything he ever told me to be wrong or worthless. The simple lessons he taught me are as sharp and clear in my mind as if I had heard them only yesterday.”
Huw Morgan (Irving Pichel) in How Green Was My Valley (1943)
Bible Quote:
“Only be careful, and watch yourselves closely so that you do not forget the things your eyes have seen or let them slip from your heart as long as you live. Teach them to your children and to their children after them.”
Deuteronomy 4:9 (NIV)
Commentary:
Young Huw Morgan benefited from having a loving father who lived up to God’s expectations. The best thing a father can do for his child is to teach him how to live in this world.
Before there was a written Bible, God’s plan of redemption and salvation was given to man to be preserved and protected. For centuries, it was passed from generation to generation as fathers instructed their sons on the ways of God.
Even today, the lessons we learn from our parents and grandparents are priceless. They form the foundation of all we are to become. They can build habits and patterns of thought or action which will not only last for our lifetime but for generations as we, in due time, pass them on to our offspring.
We should never underestimate or undervalue the importance of the wisdom and knowledge of those who have lived longer than we. Nor should we forget our responsibility to pass along our knowledge and understanding to those who will follow us.
Questions to consider while watching the film:
1. What lessons have you learned from your parents or grandparents that you intend to pass onto your children?
2. Huw had a number of role models to learn from as he grew into a man. Who are your role models and why?
Michael Elliott
http://screensermon.blogspot.com
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