Movie Review : The Mark 2 - Redemption

Another fantastic film showing how Christian films are growing up is The Mark 2 - Redemption.

The story starts where the first film ended and shows our two heroes, the carrier of the experimental and successful chip that will be used by the Anti-Christ and the stewardess. Last we saw of them they had parachuted off the airplane and were drifting down onto Hong Kong where fires were burning and the streets in chaos.They're are chased by bad guys whose job it is to bring the hero back in - alive - so the great plan can commence. 

This film is gritty, with gun fights, complete with bloody wounds, slave rings, and takes place in Hong Kong. It isn't the usual cleaned up streets. Instead, it shows the city in all its honesty - a refreshing change. Even the scene when they find the slave girls shows the deplorable living conditions they are forced to endure.

Through out, there is the message of hope by salvation in Jesus Christ.

Out of five stars - this film is a four and half, suggested for older teens and adults.

'Why Not Question' : Today's problems

Life is full of disappointments and sometimes we think God is just plain crazy.

For instance, we land a job we really don't want and can't understand why we're wasting time doing something that is so far below our talent level we dread getting up in the morning. However, there might be one incident that makes it worth while and we hope God does something good with it like He promises.

Life, particularly today, if very unpredictable. Jobs are scare. Finances are tight. People are losing their homes and living in their cars or in the streets. Employers are picky and unreasonable.

How can we, as Christians, shine in a place so full of hopeless and need?

Yes, some churches are providing food banks. Others have stepped in to help those struck by tragedy. Many did so during Katrina, Rita and the tornado outbreak of 2011.

Yet, as individuals we are overwhelmed. Many of us are no better off in this time of trouble.

Is there an answer?

We can only hold on to God and pray He provides for our needs.