My previous review mentioned that Corbin Bernsen's name was spelled wrong in the opening credits. For that I gave the movie a one star review, but admitted I hadn't finished watching it. Well, now I have.I'm giving it 7 stars to bring my average rating up a bit (I figure that makes it somewhere around 4), because the movie wasn't a total waste of time. It's still unforgivable that one of the stars of the film got his name misspelled in the credits, but there is some value in sticking it out to the end. Yes, it's unoriginal, a bit bland, and the utterly predictable ending arrives suddenly, and is completely unbelievable and not a little eye-rolling. But the acting was above average for this kind of film, and it does serve to remind Christians that, even in a society supposedly founded on biblical principles, it is fast becoming a toxic environment and it now requires an act of courage to publicly admit to their beliefs.Of course not all atheists behave as some of them did in this movie, but you don't have to look far to find ones who do. Christian bashing has become acceptable and even something of a sport. I find it interesting that most of the worst reviews were written by atheists who strongly objected to the portrayal of fellow nonbelievers. They are right to assure us that not all atheists act like hot headed cavemen, but it does make me wonder why so many avowed atheists are even watching such a film as this. What do they expect to get out of it?And that's the thing that makes this film ultimately fail, as do most Christian themed films, unfortunately. They are forever preaching to the choir, and no one ever seems to find the budget - or the chutzpah - to make the kind of unexpected, challenging, eye opening film that really makes thoughtful, questioning, open minded people sit up and take notice. These films are like Christian rock music - too timid and too frightened of giving offense to make themselves in any way memorable. It's too bad.But if you like vanilla movies like this and are part of the choir that likes to be preached to, I can at least say that I've given up on countless yawnfest movies of this genre, and this one I was actually able to watch to the end.

In the end of the movie Rebecca tells Vic that if he kills himself he will not go to heaven and that it says so in the bible. No it does not. There is no mention in the bible that if you kill yourself that you are denied into heaven. We need to remember that God's plan is already written. He already knows what we will do and how we will die. If this is so, then he also knows if we will kill ourselves or not. I'm not saying this to condone suicide by any means. I've been diagnosed with depression for years and have contemplated suicide many times. However, I have never followed though with it. I've sought medical and professional help and the most help has been PRAYING for God's help. I think this movie is a good movie; however, the only problem I have is that the character states that if a person commits suicide that they will not be allowed into heaven and that it says so in the bible. This is simply not true.

Another outstanding faith-based movie. Stephen Baldwin is an excellent actor who has been in quite a few Christian movies. A lot of times there are Christian movies that have sub-par acting. This is definitely not one of them. I appreciate the story line of the movie as it's something that our culture has endured for decades. Yes, it is a bit predictable in some parts yet it's still a fantastic movie to watch. I liked that they showed the main character as a real person, dealing with raw emotions.If you're a believer in Jesus then you should really enjoy this movie. If you're not a believer, then be prepared to meet Jesus through this movie.

Like many Godly/Family movies, if you're looking for the greatest movie ever made, look elsewhere. The film's acting is forced at times. The story is, however, very inspiring and very well told. I do feel that some of the ways non-Christian people are portrayed, is a little over harsh and unrealistic. For instance, the School administrator waffles from hostility to down right huggy without any rhyme or reason. But, all in all, the story has elements of truth. Lots of truth. I must give one thumbs down to a single line made by the daughter - who stated that "If you commit suicide you can't go to Heaven, it says so in the bible." I am NOT condoning suicide in any way. And I am quite sure that God does NOT like it either. But, it does NOT say anything about that in the bible, and; that statement is totally contradictory to Jesus and Salvation. But aside from that, I don't have any harsh words for the movie. It has great moral values, good story lines, and tries very hard to make the audience see that life WITH GOD is far better than WITHOUT.