The movie Soul Surfer tells the true story of Bethany Hamilton who lost her left arm in a shark attack at age 13. The film looks at Hamilton’s recovery, her adjustment to life with one arm, her return to competitive surfing, and how her faith helped her cope with adversity. LinC talks about coping with adversity by claiming the hope we have in Christ. Key Scriptures: Luke 5:17-26; Romans 8:18-39; 2 Corinthians 4:7--5:10; Hebrews 6:19. Pastor Rob Bell, best known for his Nooma videos and for being a featured speaker at youth ministry events, has caused quite a stir with his new book Love Wins. The book challenges traditional Christian beliefs about the afterlife, and hell in particular. Next week we’ll look at Christian perspectives on afterlife, see what the Bible has to say, discuss how hell is a separation from God, and look at how we can live in God’s eternal kingdom right now.
