The River Within (Christian Movie)

The River Within (Christian Movie)

The River Within is a touching Christian movie that asks tough questions and confronts difficult issues. At one time or another most of us have asked, what am I doing here? It explores the idea that each of us has a God given purpose, whether we know it or not. God has given each of us certain skills, desires, and talents to be used for Him. The story of the movie and the behind-the-camera facts make this a must see film.

Storyline

This film is a modern story of issues that teens cope with and concerns in the Church. The story starts with Jason (Josh Lauri) a law student who returns to his hometown for a few months before he graduates. His father’s existential death-bed question troubles him as he studies for the upcoming bar exam, but the local pastor’s offer to run the youth group proves too much to turn down.

Due to pressure by Layla, (Jaclyn Friedlander) an old friend, the local pastor’s offer to run the youth group proves too much to turn down.  So Jason begins a summer job as a youth minister but encounters disturbing issues that face these youth. He does his best to find answers to their problems for them. Working with Layla (who never got over her romantic feelings for him), he realises that what he thought he wanted for his life may not be what he needs.

As time goes on, the mixed up priorities of the church comes to light. The church can fall asleep and overlook the people right in front of them. They get their eyes off God and put them on people, sometimes pastors or even big contributors to the church fund. The fact is that no one, not even pastors, are perfect. This film shows that caring for ourselves, others, and God can help us find our purpose.

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