Movies for the Road
True stories that will inspire you to persevere.
1. 7 Yards
A few years ago, we shared the incredible story of a man in our church named Chris Norton who suffered a debilitating spinal cord injury during a college football game that left him paralyzed with a 3% chance of ever moving again. After defying that diagnosis to walk across the stage at his college graduation, walk down the aisle, and become an adoptive father—Chris’ miracle story is now a documentary inspiring people all over the world.
2. Soul Surfer
Soul Surfer is the inspiring true story of a teen surfer who lost her arm in a shark attack and courageously overcame all odds to become a champion again.
3. Blue Miracle
To save their cash-strapped orphanage, a guardian and his kids partner with a washed-up boat captain for a chance to win a lucrative fishing competition.
A teen without a home finds success on and off the football field after he’s taken in by a determined mom and her family.
5. Unbroken
Olympic track star Louis Zamperini becomes a pilot during World War II and endures a brutal struggle for survival when he is captured by the Japanese.
6. Breakthrough
When her 14-year-old son drowns in a lake, a faithful mother prays for him to come back from the brink of death and be healed.
An action-packed drama about a Christian high school football coach who uses his undying faith to battle the giants of fear and failure.
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