Faith in Film 4, Week 7


Last week we saw the movie, tonight we're gonna talk about the themes. You won't want to miss it tonight at 6:30 p.m.!


Title: “Soul Surfer” (2011)

Starring: AnnaSophia Robb, Helen Hunt, Dennis Quaid, and Carrie Underwood

Synopsis: “Soul Surfer” is the story of Bethany Hamilton. Hamilton is a professional surfer and a Christian. Her story gained notoriety because of what happened to her. While she was in high school, and just an amateur competitor, Hamilton was the victim of a shark attack near her home in Hawaii. The attack left her with just one arm. Prior to the attack she had been a promising competitor that had recently signed a sponsorship. But the attack left her future in doubt.

Hamilton used that experience as the basis of a memoir, called “Soul Surfer,” in which she chronicled her experiences and how it strengthened her faith. The film follows her from just before the accident through the process of her regaining faith and confidence to get back on the board. It is an inspiring look at how one person took a potentially devastating, negative experience and turned it into something positive. Today, Hamilton uses her experiences as part of her testimony and her witness for Jesus Christ. She presents a powerful example of how we can faithfully respond to trying circumstances in our life and in our world.

Questions to consider:
1. What is your response to trying times in your life?



2. How do you feel about God during difficult times in your life?



3. In what ways does seeing a story like that of Bethany Hamilton help you to respond during challenging times in your life?

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