Faith is at the heart of the Christian life. It begins with a desire to believe in God and trust His promises, even when we cannot see the outcome. As we study His word, pray, and choose to follow Him, our faith grows stronger. Over time, we learn that God is faithful in every season, and that He is always working for our good.
Jesus often taught about the power of faith. He encouraged His followers to trust God completely, reminding them that even a small amount of faith can accomplish great things. In Matthew 17:20 (KJV) He said, “If ye have faith as a grain of mustard seed… nothing shall be impossible unto you.” Faith isn’t measured by its size, but by where it is placed. Even the smallest faith, when placed in Jesus Christ, can change lives.
Faith doesn’t remove every challenge, but it changes how we face them. It gives us peace when life feels uncertain, hope when circumstances seem impossible, and confidence that God is always with us. As Hebrews 11:1 (KJV) teaches, “Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.” Faith allows us to look beyond today’s circumstances and trust the God who sees the whole picture.
This month, we’re featuring four inspiring films on Living Scriptures+ that demonstrate the many ways faith shapes our lives. Each story reminds us that God honors those who trust Him and that faith often leads to unexpected blessings.
Finding Faith
Finding Faith follows the Garrett family, whose strong Christian faith is put to the ultimate test when their teenage daughter is abducted by an online predator. As law enforcement races to find her, the family must cling to God through fear, uncertainty, and heartbreak. Based on real events investigated by an Internet Crimes Against Children task force, the film reminds viewers that faith doesn’t eliminate trials, but it gives us hope and strength to endure them.
Faith is often strongest when life feels most uncertain. In moments when we don’t have answers, we can choose to trust that God is still present and still at work. The Garrett family’s perseverance reminds us that God’s peace can sustain us, even in our darkest hours.
Psalm 46:1 (KJV) declares, “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble.” Even when circumstances are beyond our control, we can place our confidence in Him.
Discussion Questions
- How did the Garrett family rely on their faith during an unimaginable crisis?
- Why can it be difficult to trust God when we don’t understand why something has happened?
- How did the family’s faith influence the choices they made throughout the story?
- What role did prayer and the support of others play during their trial?
- How can we strengthen our faith before we face life’s difficult moments?
Miracle in East Texas
Based on an incredible true story, Miracle in East Texas follows two friends chasing opportunity during the Texas oil boom. Along the way, they discover that God’s plans often look very different from our own. Filled with humor, heart, and unexpected blessings, the film reminds us that faith means trusting God’s timing and provision.
Sometimes we pray for one answer only to discover that God has something even better prepared. Faith allows us to remain hopeful while we wait for His perfect timing.
Psalm 37:5 (KJV) reminds us, “Commit thy way unto the LORD; trust also in him; and he shall bring it to pass.”
Discussion Questions
- How did the characters learn to trust God’s timing?
- Why is waiting sometimes one of the hardest parts of faith?
- What unexpected blessings came from trusting God?
- How did the friendships in the story encourage faith?
- What does this movie teach about God’s provision?
The Bible Collection: Esther
Queen Esther’s story is one of extraordinary courage and unwavering faith. Faced with an impossible decision, Esther risked her own life to save her people. Although God’s name is never mentioned in the book of Esther, His hand is evident throughout every event.
Esther reminds us that faith often means trusting God’s purpose even when we cannot see how everything will work together. Her willingness to step forward at the right moment changed history.
Mordecai’s words in Esther 4:14 (KJV) continue to inspire believers today: “Who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this?”
Discussion Questions
- What made Esther’s decision so courageous?
- How do you see God’s hand working throughout the story?
- What can we learn from Mordecai’s encouragement?
- Have you ever felt God leading you to do something difficult?
- How does faith help us trust God’s purpose for our lives?
The Animated Old Testament: Abraham & Isaac
Abraham’s willingness to obey God is one of the greatest examples of faith found in scripture. When God asked him to sacrifice Isaac, Abraham trusted that God’s promises would still be fulfilled, even when he could not understand why.
This beautifully animated story helps families understand that genuine faith means trusting God’s character above our own understanding. Abraham’s obedience became a lasting example for generations to come.
Hebrews 11:17-19 (KJV) teaches that Abraham believed God could fulfill His promises no matter what happened. His faith was rooted in complete trust.
Discussion Questions
- Why was Abraham willing to obey such a difficult command?
- What does this story teach about trusting God’s promises?
- How did God provide for Abraham?
- What are some ways we can demonstrate faith in our own lives?
- How does obedience help our faith grow?
Growing Our Faith
Faith is something we build day by day. Every prayer, every act of obedience, and every moment we choose to trust God helps our faith become stronger. Like a seed that grows into a mighty tree, faith develops over time as we rely on Him.
There will be seasons when faith feels easy and others when it feels difficult. During both, God remains faithful. He invites us to keep believing, keep praying, and keep following Him, knowing that He will never leave us.
As we exercise our faith, we begin to see God’s hand more clearly in our lives. We recognize His guidance, experience His peace, and discover that His promises are always true.
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Faith in Action
Each of this month’s featured films reminds us that faith looks different in every season of life. Sometimes faith means trusting through loss. Sometimes it means waiting patiently, stepping forward courageously, or obeying even when we don’t understand. In every circumstance, God honors those who place their trust in Him.
Watch this month’s value-based playlist on Living Scriptures+ and be inspired by stories that demonstrate the life-changing power of faith.
