It's a Wonderful Life

What does this classic film teach us about God?

Thu 21 Nov 2024

Russ Matthews

Topics

Christian Faith

Forgiveness

Christmas wouldn't be the same without watching It's a Wonderful Life.

As an adult, this classic film means something different to me. It actually helps me to appreciate God more. It opens the door to talk about so many things...even though the film might get it wrong.

Firstly, I love Clarence,

but we don't need an angelic mediator to talk to God when we receive Jesus, who is our true connection to God.

Secondly, it teaches us about forgiveness, specifically for our enemies. It is the key to peace.

I'm so grateful to God for forgiving me.

Next, it reminds me that my plans might be good, but God's plans for me are better for everyone.

Finally, I need to be thankful.

Even in dark times, by fixing my eyes on Jesus, I can thank him for my wonderful life.

"It's a Wonderful Life (1946)" by twm1340 is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.

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Russ Matthews

Russ Matthews works for City Bible Forum as the Product Manager for Reel Dialogue, God in 60 Seconds and Third Space. All of these works exist to start conversations and communities that discuss faith and God throughout the cities of Australia. Russ writes film reviews and articles for various publications. He has a passion for film and getting the conversations started on themes from these visual creations. Spaces that engage workers with the bigger life questions include movies, …