tuesday film

Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along was definitely an interesting film. At first I thought there was no way I could take this movie seriously. It was stupid. The humor was dumb and they acting was silly. That is, before I made the attempt to take it seriously and try to take out a realistic issue. For the next 40 minutes or so I sat and watched as the story and message of the movie began to unfold.

I started to see certain things revealed and issues that have been discussed in class. Love and hate, as well as life and death seemed to be the themes of the movie. Dr. Horrible was in love with a girl from the laundry room and Captain Hammer ended up winning that battle. It was made clear throughout the entire movie that “good” prevailed over “evil.” When Dr. Horrible made an attempt to do an evil deed Captain Hammer was there to stop him. The girl was impressed with this and fell for Captain Hammer’s “good heart.” But were his feelings real? Dr. Horrible truly cared about this girl and held her and his arms when she took her last breath. Is that a display of evil? When Captain Hammer ran away?

All in all, this really makes you think about how people really are and/or can be. Some people have a “soft” side and other people are, in a way, “fake.” Judging a book (or a person) by their cover upon first glace doesn’t show who that person really is. However, there is always more to someone than meets the eye. Hatred is a strong word and a feeling. Did Dr. Horrible really have a genuine hatred for Captain Hammer? Question you’re feelings for others and ask yourself if you really hate that person.

Lake Bonny Park

My recent adventure to Lake Bonny Park is something I will never forget. As I started on the path that leads around the park, I began to seek out God and thank Him for what He was made for us to enjoy. Do we really enjoy it? I mean, everything that God has created. I know that being grateful for what God has made in His image has been a “theme” in recent classes, but for me, the time spent in Lake Bonny Park was what I really needed to clearly understand.

I began to really notice, everything, and just thank God for the beauty of nature. As I saw all of His creation, the birds, water, trees, everything, I noticed everything had a purpose, even in nature. I prayed aloud, just seeking out God and trying to have an encounter that would open my eyes, in some way, just to live a better life for Him. I continued on the path and I felt God speaking to me. I had a feeling that I have not before.

He revealed to me a message about peace. Looking at the nature that He created and how peaceful it was ended up meaning something to me. I tend to be “tense” or “uptight” about certain issues or situations in which I feel uncomfortable and/or cannot predict an outcome. He revealed to me that worrying about problems do not make them any better, but to remain calm and push forward. Finding peace and not having this chaotic mindset definitely hit me hard. I smiled. At that very moment, I just felt happy. I felt that God is almost putting before me a trial or challenge. Could it be something that has an effect on my future? That’s just it. Why worry about it? It won’t reveal itself until the time is right. I feel that God wants me to enjoy my life and my surroundings day by day and not try to predict the future. So much was lifted off my chest when I realized what He was trying to have me understand.

On my way back to my car I was given two scriptures that popped right into my head. It was amazing!

Isaiah 40:31
Those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.

Mathew 11:28
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.

GOD IS GOOD! That’s all I have to say about that. Trust in Him, live for Him, have faith in Him, and He will give you peace!

In our last class we read, discussed, and analyzed "State of the Planet," written by Robert Hass. Again, I was impressed with another way nature was revealed to me. I learned how to appreciate it more and at the same time had an influence on me. This connected to the video clips we watched in class too. Watching nature, observing the creativity and originality of what God created in His image is truly remarkable.

Not only as Christians, but as a people, we need to realize how blessed we are to even have natural resources. I mean, did God have to do that, for us? We take for granted what God has made for our enjoyment.

On the other hand, there is another way to look at this. Some people are over protective of nature, babying it more than their own child(figuratively speaking). At the same time shouldn't that be the way in which we need to treat one another? I mean, there are so many people that need someone, that need actual love like nature is given.

All in all, the overall message i took from "State of the Planet" and the videos was to not think of myself but also my surroundings, people and nature. To appreciate everything more whether I know about a specific part of nature or know a particular person or not. To, in a way, "love" without judging, knowing, assuming, and not let pride take over. To sum it up, "world peace" i guess.