The Problem with Scrooge
Merry Christmas from Reel World Theology! We hope you’re enjoying today’s poor excuse for picking a man’s pocket every 25th of December, without a single “bah” or “humbug.” Perhaps by watching a film adaptation of a classic Christmas tale. Much…
#192 – How the Grinch Stole Christmas
On this special CHRISTMAS episode of the Reel World Theology Podcast: We revisit one of the most iconic, remade, and classic animated Christmas films in history, How the Grinch Stole Christmas. What makes this one so special? Why do we…
Anna and the Apocalypse and Advent
I, like all of you I’m sure, have fond memories of watching the Glee Holiday episodes. And, like everyone, only one thought spoiled all that holiday cheer for me: “I sure wish there were zombies in this episode.” What’s better?…
A Prayer of Christmas
Merry Christmas from Redeeming Culture.
#156 – The Muppet Christmas Carol and a Fearful Conversion
On this SPECIAL Christmas episode of the Reel World Theology Podcast: Merry Christmas from the Reel World Theology team to all of you out there! You voted, and we obliged. For Christmas we got you a brand new episode on…
Reviewing the Classics| Scrooge
Charles Dickens’ story A Christmas Carol is well nigh inescapable during this time of year. Even without reading the book or watching any of the dozens of film and stage adaptations, we still encounter it. The word “scrooge” is part…
The War on Christmas Revisited
I am surprised and dismayed that this post is still relevant after twelve months, but I suppose I shouldn’t be. The last line is still true, and I urge you to keep your eyes out. I’ve heard legends of the War…
A Visit from (the Historical) St. Nick
We’re happy to bring you our third Christmas fiction; we hope you enjoy this story of a more…forceful St. Nicholas. • • • ‘Twas the day of the Council, when all thro’ the streets Swarmed dozens of churchmen, with hearts…
O Savior, Rend the Heavens Wide
Merry Christmas from Redeeming Culture! O Savior, rend the heavens wide; Come down, come down with mighty stride. Unlock the gates, the doors break down; Unbar the way to heaven’s crown. O Father, dew from heaven send; As gentle dew,…
#120 – It’s A Wonderful Life and Fighting For Joy
On this episode of the Reel World Theology Podcast: Merry Christmas! It’s time again for our special Christmas episode. We talk about Christmas traditions, how they change, and how watching great movies like It’s a Wonderful Life fit into that.…