"AMAZING GRACE"

Saturday, March 10, 2007

The following information about the movie, “Amazing Grace” was written by Darryl Tippens a professor at Pepperdine University in Malibu, California. Darryl is a faithful Christian and a splendid teacher and writer. One of my favorite books of his, is “Pilgrim Heart, The Way Of Jesus In Everyday Life.” I saw“Amazing Grace” last week and I thought it was very good. I recommend it highly.
“Amazing Grace” is the story of William Wilberforce, the British Member of Parliament who succeeded in leading England to abolish slavery in the British Empire, long before the American Civil War. Wilberforce was a man of deep faith, a wonderful example of how the Gospel changes lives and improves society. In a time when we promote diversity, it’s important to remember it was Christian abolitionists like Wilberforce who brought slavery to an end. A particularly interesting detail of the film concerns the link between the familiar: a hymn “Amazing Grace,” written by John Newton, and the life and work of Wilberforce.
I hope you will share the news of this film with your friends, family, and students, and I hope you will see the film yourself. Incidentally, the producer of the film is Ken Wales, a good friend to many of us at Pepperdine. If you believe in positive, uplifting movies, this is one you will want to support.
At the following web address you can watch a trailer for the film, find theatre locations, and even download study materials appropriate for classes.
http://www.amazinggracemovie.com/