I encouraged folks to see this over a year ago and finally watched it myself. This movie is the tale of a Christian coach who is really having tough times at home and at work. As most believers know, life doesn't become magically easier just because you accept Christ and can in fact sometimes be very hard. The coach hasn't had a winning season, and also cannot have children that he so desperately wants with his wife. At his wit's end he turns to the scripture and is inspired to live his life for the glory of God whether his life be good or bad, including football. He inspires his team to join him, and his wife. God begins to bless them immeasurably. The story is great, and the people at Sherwood Baptist did a credible job with no "actors" using members of their congregation. Now for the bad news, I felt at time as if the characters spoke in a very "churchy" manner. Just talk normal people, your actions will convey your meaning better than trying to sound overly pious or caring. The only other negative I would give it is that everthing turned up roses for the coach. Sometimes faith and believing means God says no or wait, not just having all you rprayers answered the way you expected.
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I've heard the basically the same thing about this movie. Sometimes even though the premise is good, there is no substitute for a well made movie.
This movie should still be seen, the negatives are minimal.
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