Jesus caused the fig tree to wither (Matthew 21:18-22). It is recorded that his hands looked liked the hands of a bird. Surely they could have camped for 2 or 3 days long enough to cook & eat thereby replenishing their strength so they could go on without starving to death. They were all filled with awe and praised God. In the presence of all the people, she told why she had touched him and how she had been instantly healed. But just say the word, and my servant will be healed. Jesus stepped into a boat, crossed over and came to his own town. I only hope that if I was asked today, what they were asked then, that I would answer the call with a heart full of that same faith that they possessed. As evening approached, the disciples came to him and said, This is a remote place, and its already getting late. Do you believe this? Yes, Lord, she replied, I believe that you are the Messiah, the Son of God, who is to come into the world. After she had said this, she went back and called her sister Mary aside. Pick an old classic, or just read a book. The point is that there are miracles throughout based on faith in God and His mercy. Savage and others found the remains of the Donner Party, a sad fate he prayed wouldn't happen to the handcart companies. 29. This film is diabolical. Jesus heard that they had thrown him out, and when he found him, he said, Do you believe in the Son of Man? Who is he, sir? the man asked. It also does not abandon James Williethe man most responsible for pushing the Saints late in the season and accusing Savage of apostasyto thoughtless caricature. Highly recommended. Jesus cured the nobleman's son (John 4:46-47). Seeing a fig tree by the road, he went up to it but found nothing on it except leaves. When she finished her prayer she walked back to her mother. Anyone who walks in the daytime will not stumble, for they see by this worlds light. By DeWayne Hamby Author and producer DeVon Franklin, known for faith-based films such as Breakthr Its Dove Approved Family Movie Trivia Game. One Sabbath, when Jesus went to eat in the house of a prominent Pharisee, he was being carefully watched. Based on the experiences of members of the Willie Handcart Company of Mormon pioneers following their late-season start and subsequent winter journey to Salt Lake City in 1856, the film emphasizes miracles individual participants reported having during the journey. God bless. But the more he did so, the more they kept talking about it. When this man heard that Jesus had arrived in Galilee from Judea, he went to him and begged him to come and heal his son, who was close to death. I brought him to your disciples, but they could not heal him. You unbelieving and perverse generation, Jesus replied, how long shall I stay with you? Yes, it is easy for us to look back and think, why did they do this or that, when in fact, we really have no idea what they could have been experiencing at the time.I am grateful that I did not have to walk all the way to the West. Jesus, once more deeply moved, came to the tomb. Some lower law was in each case superseded by the action of a higher. Christensen spoke Thursday, Aug. 18, and Friday, Aug. 19, to a full house about his experiences of bringing our pioneer ancestors to life, particularly in the short film "Only a Stonecutter" and his new movie "17 Miracles." "Only a Stonecutter" is the story of John Rowe Moyle who was baptized the very night he . One who was there had been an invalid for thirty-eight years. This article is part of our Bible resource for understanding the significance and meaning of biblical phrases and ideas. My favorite story was that of this couple who wanted to be sealed in the temple, it's a demonstration of pure, passionate and eternal love, which is an example for the youth of our generation. In all, this was pretty well handled. Crown Thy Good With Brotherhood From Sea To Shinin Two Walking Canes and Six Kinds of Greens, The Mormon Handcart Pioneers "17 Miracles". Nobody has ever heard of opening the eyes of a man born blind. For this I am truly grateful, and forever faithful. All Rights Reserved, New movie 17 Miracles highlights handcart miracles. The first threecompanies made it with few problems but the last two, the Willie Handcart and the Martin Handcart companies were late leaving and suffered during a severe winter which started in October. The narrative is purposefully disorienting. Extensive casting auditions were held to find the more than 30 actors needed to speak with a British accent. I am constantly researching a great number of things, I kinda drive myself crazy with it sometimes! 1. What is a miracle? Along his way he spotted a hitchhiker with a hiking backpack and being the kind person he was, he stopped for them and lost his place at the front of traffic. 8. T.C. Brother Moyle became part of the Ellsworth Handcart Company and traveled across the plains to arrive in Utah in September 1856. "It was a challenge to do a British accent and walk with crutches, but I got to stretch myself and do some things I hadn't done," Eberhard said. Jesus cured two demoniacs (Matthew 8:28-34). Which is easier: to say, Your sins are forgiven, or to say, Get up and walk? That was why his parents said, He is of age; ask him. A second time they summoned the man who had been blind. A lot of the LDS films out there are plain bad. Jesus fed at least five thousand people (Matthew 14:15-21). I knew that you always hear me, but I said this for the benefit of the people standing here, that they may believe that you sent me. When he had said this, Jesus called in a loud voice, Lazarus, come out! The dead man came out, his hands and feet wrapped with strips of linen, and a cloth around his face. Wasted a hour, glad I called a halt to this film YUK! He even gives orders to impure spirits and they obey him. News about him spread quickly over the whole region of Galilee. The film emphasizesthe documentedmiracles that occurred during the journey. One of the worst films I've ever seen, partly because the script was so poorly done and direction allows little from actors. How very interestingthanks for bring our/my attention to this part of history. These were mostly poor immigrants from the British Isles and Scandinavia who arrived late in the season and had no recourse but to continue on to Utah even though there was the potential for bad weather. Christensen's movie focuses on 17 of the many miracles experienced by families in the two handcart companies, some of which aren't widely known. [2], Reviews of the film have been mixed. It happened this way: Simon Peter, Thomas (also known as Didymus ), Nathanael from Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two other disciples were together. Give glory to God by telling the truth, they said. Jesus healed the centurion's servant (Matthew 8:5-13). Rating: PG (Themes of Hardship, Suffering) Genre: Adventure Original Language:. All of the events have come from actual events recorded in the pioneers journals, including the amazing young men who unselfishly carried the weak members of the party across the ice cold waters of a river all day. I Highly recommend it. "It is my hope that this book will fill in a few of the gaps, answer some questions, raise a few more and invite greater admiration for the wonderful handcart pioneers I have come to know and love," Christensen wrote. At present time it is only being shown in the Intermountain West. One thing I do know. For more on Christensen, the cast and the film, visit 17miracles.com. When Simon Peter saw this, he fell at Jesus knees and said, Go away from me, Lord; I am a sinful man! For he and all his companions were astonished at the catch of fish they had taken, and so were James and John, the sons of Zebedee, Simons partners. Jesus opened the eyes of a blind man (Mark 8:22-26). 3. And a man with a shriveled hand was there. Dove is a Giving Company brand, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization whose mission is to help have people have simple moments with Jesus. 4. (Please Our dear son got married! Some of the strong may get through in case of bad weather, but the bones of the weak and old will strew the way. These were mostly poor immigrants from the British Isles and Scandinavia who arrived late in the season and had no recourse but to continue on to Utah even though there was the potential for bad weather. 23. 12. These were mostly poor immigrants from the British Isles and Scandinavia who arrived late in the season and had no recourse but to continue on to Utah even though there was the potential for bad weather. This is the real story of the famous Willie and Martin Mormon handcart company. Christensen films a scene in his new movie, 17 Miracles., Pioneers cross the Sweetwater River in 17 Miracles.. Then they brought him a demon-possessed man who was blind and mute, and Jesus healed him, so that he could both talk and see. Now Jesus had not yet entered the village, but was still at the place where Martha had met him. Traditionally, when we tell stories of miracles, context is provided, but the event rather than the individual pioneer is preeminent. Note: By 1850, the Mormons had 30,747 members in Great Britain compared with 21,092 in North America. They were intended to be a proof to the Jews that Jesus was the Christ (Matt. This disc is certainly a must to own! It is interesting how watching or reading one thing can lead to another isn't it! Jens Nielson (Tomas Kofod) lies sick in a handcart. The movie in my opinion tries not to be over-dramatic and in some ways under-plays the suffering of the pioneers when you consider the temperature, with wind-chill factor would have approached minus 50 degrees. In Mark's day, people would have believed in miracles and . Doesnt each of you on the Sabbath untie your ox or donkey from the stall and lead it out to give it water? Just then a woman who had been subject to bleeding for twelve years came up behind him and touched the edge of his cloak. Mrs. Mellor had given up and would not go on. While I am in the world, I am the light of the world. After saying this, he spit on the ground, made some mud with the saliva, and put it on the mans eyes. Here is a sample of some questions addressed in the book: Were two little girls truly spared from harm while running a gauntlet of agitated rattlesnakes? One morning he was preparing his pack to leave the house and his wife asked him where he was going. . He put mud on my eyes, the man replied, and I washed, and now I see. Some of the Pharisees said, This man is not from God, for he does not keep the Sabbath. But others asked, How can a sinner perform such signs? So they were divided. For example, the movie opens with the Mormon Battalions discovery of the Donner Partys remains. I recommend it for everybody, member or non-member. But Jesus answered, No more of this! And he touched the mans ear and healed him. And they were all together in Solomon's Portico. Jesus changed water into wine (John 2:1-11). When Jesus saw her, he called her forward and said to her, Woman, you are set free from your infirmity. Then he put his hands on her, and immediately she straightened up and praised God. When T.C. 2. We know that God spoke to Moses, but as for this fellow, we dont even know where he comes from. The man answered, Now that is remarkable! The film initially investigates the ideas of apostasy and disagreeing with ecclesiastical leadership in a compelling way. He said that people often ask him why the Lord allowed the pioneers to suffer. 27. I just looked it up, it is a novel based on the 19th wife of Brigham Young. Directed by T. C. Christensen. Christensen encouraged everyone to capture the events of their lives for future generations and to be better prepared to serve others when calls or opportunities come. The production values for Mormon films have certainly improved since 2001's Book of Mormon Vol. This movie was very well put together. 15. Director T.C. Jointly published by the Deseret News and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, its content supports the doctrines, principles and practices of the Church. x. 16. Night is coming, when no one can work. But Jesus was sleeping. We are disciples of Moses! On the third day a wedding took place at Cana in Galilee. You might be able to see this film. We believe that under the direction of His Father, Jehovah created this world and in the meridian of time left His position as God to come to this world to offer Himself as a sacrifice and that through faith, repentance and baptism we can be forgiven of our sins and be allowed to return to His and His Fathers presence. Here a great number of disabled people used to liethe blind, the lame, the paralyzed. He was you and [me] but he was a man who stuck to his guns.". So he went to her, took her hand, and helped her up. Sweetness And Light/Roger Federer and Mr. Gumby, Gluten Free? The survival of the love that Sarah exemplified. For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. Jesus asked, Were not all ten cleansed? Jesus cured a demon-possessed man (Matthew 12:22). Others said, No, he only looks like him. But he himself insisted, I am the man. How then were your eyes opened? they asked. 17 Miracles is a partially historical account of the Willie Handcart Company's torturous journey, pulling handcarts through treacherous territory on their trek to Great Salt Lake City in 1857. 17 Miracles is a partially historical account of the Willie Handcart Companys torturous journey, pulling handcarts through treacherous territory on their trek to Great Salt Lake City in 1857. The sympathetic portrayal of Willie is interesting; he could have easily been depicted as overzealous. So come and be healed on those days, not on the Sabbath. The Lord answered him, You hypocrites! Some men brought to him a paralyzed man, lying on a mat. Along the way Louisa noticed a pie in the road. This illustrates that miracles were for a purposeto demonstrate God 's power. A miracle is an extraordinary event that goes against nature, cannot be explained by science and is caused by God. Christensen spoke Thursday, Aug. 18, and Friday, Aug. 19, to a full house about his experiences of bringing our pioneer ancestors to life, particularly in the short film "Only a Stonecutter" and his new movie "17 Miracles.". Jesus asked the Pharisees and experts in the law, Is it lawful to heal on the Sabbath or not? But they remained silent. As recorded in the New Testament, this is an extensive list of miracles completed by Jesus Christ: 1. Jesus raised Lazarus from the dead (John 11:1-46). When the crowd saw this, they were filled with awe; and they praised God, who had given such authority to man. They came to Bethsaida, and some people brought a blind man and begged Jesus to touch him. 19. Second: If god is alive and well (and I believe he is) then he would look down upon the events and in this movie and say"this is not what I am had in mind when I told you to go forth" For a church to belittle or ridicule a person for telling people that making the crossing across the Oregon trail during winter is wrong, is NOT what god had in mind when he said "sacrifice leads to heaven". The pure and deep abiding love and sacrifice that one can feel for another is present here in this story. Their trek left too late in the fall and they ended up struggling to survive the harsh winter, starvation and more as they continued on. How long shall I put up with you? There some people brought to him a man who was deaf and could hardly talk, and they begged Jesus to place his hand on him. And when they saw him, they pleaded with him to leave their region. This miracle revealed Jesus' glory and power over creation. Jesus sent him home, saying, Dont even go into the village.. He recalled the story of the Mellor family and what he called "miracle of the pie." Brother Christian asked the class members at BYU Education Week. He called out to them, Friends, havent you any fish? No, they answered. Those people had a whole lot of faith to make a journey like that. God gave us a brain and intelligence to know that when something is right, and something is wrong. Excel Entertainment and Remember Films, 2011. You may read more abouttheMormon handcart pioneers. You give them something to eat. We have here only five loaves of bread and two fish, they answered. Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus traveled along the border between Samaria and Galilee. "More than Miracles" is available at Deseret Book and other LDS booksellers. I wish more films would be made like this, true stories that makes one research further details. It is meant to tell a tale of many lives woven together by a life threatening trek based on faith and desire to serve God and be His people no matter the cost. Then he called the bridegroom aside and said, Everyone brings out the choice wine first and then the cheaper wine after the guests have had too much to drink; but you have saved the best till now. What Jesus did here in Cana of Galilee was the first of the signs through which he revealed his glory; and his disciples believed in him. Why do you want to hear it again? Life was not easy then. Jesus called his disciples to him and said, I have compassion for these people; they have already been with me three days and have nothing to eat. Jesus' mother was there, and Jesus and his disciples had also been invited to the wedding. Allan Davis received an MA in theatre history and criticism from Brigham Young University. Unfortunately, he too fades in the narrative when significant tribulations begin, and therefore his character arc is not explored. Jesus sent him away at once with a strong warning: See that you dont tell this to anyone. "It should be noted that in some instances, I blended details of two or more stories, not to distort history but to achieve dramatic effect. It was your eyes he opened. The man replied, He is a prophet. They still did not believe that he had been blind and had received his sight until they sent for the mans parents. Evidence of God Is God real or is God an illusion? Then his eyes were opened, his sight was restored, and he saw everything clearly. With one exception, those who experience miracles are not introduced before their short story. "This is not a big, western spectacle with lots of landscapes," the director said. As the writer, producer and director of the popular film, Christensen offers a literary version of the director's commentary in 122-page book. The Syrians were armed with hundreds of tanks, but gave the Israeli forces a false sense of security revealing only a few of their tanks in battle formation for months before the massive attack they had planned. May God in his mercy bless and preserve us" (Stewart E. Glazier and Robert S. Clark, ed., Journal of the Trail [1997], 3031). All the miracles He did were to glorify God, help others, and prove that He was indeed who He said He wasthe Son of God. As recorded in the New Testament, this is an extensive list of miracles completed by Jesus Christ: 1. ), you should watch the show that was done on PBS about the Donner Party by Ric Burns (not Ken Burns, his brother RIC Burns.) Today, these noble pioneers are revered for their faith and courage. And he was also the great storm god. And I see more each time I watch. While Mormon culture provides multiple ways to hear pioneer stories, there is a pattern to how the stories are told. While pioneer stories mention struggles, they relate the struggles with optimistic and hope-inspiring tones. Thus the vignette structure better fits the model for conveying that history. "I wanted to tell more private stories and get to know these people that ended up having, in most cases we deal with, this great miracle that happened in their family.". Spiritual movies are very hard to make, and I think on the whole this one was successful. Therefore the Pharisees also asked him how he had received his sight. Stranded in the deep snow with few supplies and hardly any food, many died and were buried in shallow graves. The fever left her and she began to wait on them. The handcarts were really like big wheelbarrows (that is what they look like to me) and Brigham Young thought it would be faster for the pioneers rather than bringing wagons and animals. His neighbors and those who had formerly seen him begging asked, Isnt this the same man who used to sit and beg? Some claimed that he was. "What I have said I know to be true; but seeing you are to go forward, I will go with you, will help you all I can, will work with you, will rest with you, will suffer with you, and, if necessary, I will die with you. Then he gave them to the disciples, and the disciples gave them to the people. One day as Jesus was standing by the Lake of Gennesaret, the people were crowding around him and listening to the word of God. And when he voices sound advice to not leave so late in the season, he is labeled an apostate and called to repentance. Jesus cured a boy who was plagued by a demon (Matthew 17:14-21). I am very well acquainted with the story of how my ancestors went through difficulties to arrive in Salt Lake City. They are not only divine acts, but they are also a form of teaching. Simons mother-in-law was in bed with a fever, and they immediately told Jesus about her. Then he said to it, May you never bear fruit again! Immediately the tree withered. Eberhard plays the role of Albert, a boy with physical disabilities. This is an outstanding and true story of the famous Willie and Martin Mormon handcart pioneers. There is a strong flow of emotions that will carry you away from fear and sorrow to hope and complete joy. New Miracles. Brother Moyle stayed with his son and daughter-in-law during the week and would then walk 22 miles to return home on the weekends. She was bent over and could not straighten up at all. It is not meant to be an Indiana Jones type of show. He said, Throw your net on the right side of the boat and you will find some. When they did, they were unable to haul the net in because of the large number of fish. Members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints do believe in miracles. All the books in the world couldn't contain all of what Jesus did (John 21:25), but we do have record of many of Jesus's miracles. The crowd was amazed and said, Nothing like this has ever been seen in Israel.. To rise up people hopes just so they can drag half way across the US to the promised land and die while on the journey is wrong. Miracles occur in response to faith. I know the Church has been getting a bad rap in the media of late but I've been a convert member for over 40yrs and have a great love and respect for those pioneers and also for the faithful Saints that I know and serve with today. Many of them, i think, wanted to leave sooner rather than later because of persecution where they were living. 9. The tears you shed at the end will be for the 113 minutes you will never get back. When the disciples saw this, they were amazed. Now a man named Lazarus was sick. Instead, it taught me the opposite about faith than we are taught about on Sundays. My Great Great Grandmother was in the Willey Handcart Company; I have her journal and the movie was true to her telling. "17 Miracles" tells the story of the Mormon pioneers who used handcarts to travel to Utah in 1856 and endured terrible hardships by traveling duringa brutal winter. In 1856, five handcart companies traveled from Iowa to Utah (a distance of 1300 miles.) However, this tense forest looks like most other Christensen depictions of nature: bright and alive. Traditional pioneer stories generally serve as examples of enduring to the end. Film director T.C. His complete acceptance of his fate in my mind was a miracle. So the man went and washed, and came home seeing. Many of them were . 37 Miracles of Jesus # Miracle Matthew Mark Luke John . But let us go to him. Then Thomas (also known as Didymus ) said to the rest of the disciples, Let us also go, that we may die with him.. Jesus cured the paralytic (Matthew 9:1-8). I am sure you read the Miracle of the Gulls in Salt Lake City! He reached out his hand and touched the man. One can not leave from viewing this film without having a greater respect for these faithful pioneers and a deeper reverence for our Father in Heaven. All rights reserved. Savage disappears into the role of a narrator for forty minutes. Nothing will be impossible for you., 25. And after that they can think back on that and know they are not alone.". The people were amazed and . "You got these people with a goal and dream who are taken down to the depths, everything goes wrong, they are starting to die, it's a terrible thing and then comes a rescue. Lord, he said, my servant lies at home paralyzed, suffering terribly. Jesus said to him, Shall I come and heal him? The centurion replied, Lord, I do not deserve to have you come under my roof. It doesn't matter what faith you belong to, (or don't for that matter)to appreciate the sacrifice and suffering of these people. Through miracles we can learn divine truths such as the result of sin and the cure of sin, the value of faith, the curse of impurity, and the law of love. 21 The number of those who ate was about five thousand men, besides women and children. He gains experience when he helps find the remains of the Donner Party. Thus '17 Miracles' is not a documentary but rather an inspiring story based on true experiences.". This handsome young actor could be the new Robert Redford. I say to you that many will come from the east and the west, and will take their places at the feast with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven. Johns disciples told him about all these things. "They were able to pass that on to their children and their descendants. And looking at the history of Israel, it seems there are always greater miracles to come. I think the most distracting and hilarious bit to me was that the dwarf who travels with the group is shown in an angelic form later on, no longer a dwarf, but he continues to have vision problem since he still has his glasses.
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