Christian Movies: Sherwood Baptist Church

In 1956, Sherwood Baptist Church was founded in Albany, Georgia. In 2002, a set of brothers, Alex and Stephen Kendrick were on the pastoral staff at Sherwood Baptist Church. They came across a national poll which indicated that television and film were a greater influence on culture than individual churches. The two brothers then founded the church's film production company, Sherwood Pictures.

The Kendrick brothers believe in the power of prayer. They also enter the film-making journey cautiously. They have stated that they do not produce films for their own gain and glory. They produce films for the glory of God and do not enter the process of developing a film unless they feel a call from God to produce a particular film.

Sherwood Pictures has successfully produces three family films which are appropriate for viewing by all ages. Families can view these movies with their children and discuss the stories and God's power as it is demonstrated in the lives of the people in the films. These films are brimming with biblical truths and character building story lines that are a must see for all families.

Sherwood Pictures' first film was written by the Kendrick brothers. In the movie, Flywheel , used car salesman, Jay Austin, will do whatever it takes to sell a car. His dishonesty affects the relationships around him. His own wife and son cannot trust him. Jay's personal project involves the restoration of a classic automobile, a convertible. During the restoration of the vehicle, Jay realizes God's own project of restoration - himself, Jay Austin. Jay began to feel convicted about his own actions. He made a commitment to honor God through his business and the relationships around him.

The movie stayed in theaters for at least six weeks and was made with only a $20,000 budget.

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Sherwood Pictures' second film was titled Facing the Giants. The film's sports theme is believed to have contributed to its international appeal. Facing the Giants is a heartwarming story about a high school football coach, Grant Taylor, whose world is falling apart around him. Shiloh Christian Eagles Coach Grant Taylor demonstrates an unfailing faith in God and trusts Him even when his situation seems hopeless. Facing the Giants is a drama that will keep you both laughing and crying while watching the events in this incredible story unfold.

The movie stayed in theaters for approximately seventeen weeks and was made with a $100,000 budget.

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Sherwood Pictures third film was Fireproof . The movie was filmed using 500 volunteers. Sherwood Pictures relies largely on volunteers for the making of their movies. Most of those volunteers are members of Sherwood Baptist Church.

In the movie, Fireproof , Captain Caleb Holt (played by actor Kirk Cameron) is a firefighter. Fighters have a "saying" that they hold seriously, like an oath - Never leave your partner behind. Caleb and his wife, Catherine, have been married for seven years, but their marriage is failing. During preparations for divorce proceedings, Caleb's father asks him to try a series of actions outlined in a journal which he has titled, The Love Dare . Caleb's parents, having suffered their own marital difficulties, attempt to guide Caleb through the Love Dare challenge in an effort to help Caleb save his marriage and - never leave his partner behind. Caleb at first resists, having little faith in God's love for him or the power of God in his life. However, Caleb accepts the challenge.

To find out how God works through Caleb and influences his marriage and the lives around him, you will need to watch Fireproof and watch the events unfold.

The Love Dare is a real journal in the form of a book which can be purchased online or in a local store. The challenge is real, the love is real, and the power of God's plan for marriage is real. See the movie and "dare" to allow the Love Dare to renew your own marriage.

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Sherwood Pictures is in the process of developing a fourth film, Courageous. Look for it in theaters soon.

See the announcement by Alex and Stephen Kendrick below.