Ironbridge Church | Pastor’s Corner

C.S. Lewis is arguably the greatest Christian writer of all time! His nonfiction books like Mere Christianity and A Grief Observed continue to draw people to faith in Christ every year. His series of children’s stories known as The Chronicles of Narnia have delighted kids of all ages for more than fifty years now.

Lewis, a professor at Oxford for 29 years was a towering intellect who was well versed in Greek & Latin Literature, Philosophy, Ancient History, and English Literature. An avowed atheist earlier in his life, Lewis was led to faith in Christ by a fellow professor named J.R.R. Tolkien—the author of The Lord of the Rings Trilogy.

Lewis understood the power of storytelling. When he began writing children’s stories, his closest associates tried to discourage him, saying that it would undermine his reputation as a “serious” writer. Lewis knew better. Even his dear friend and mentor in the faith Tolkien was critical of The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe. Our lives are richer because he didn’t listen to his critics.

The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe is a masterpiece of storytelling. This amazing allegorical tale marvelously informs our spiritual understanding without being too heavy-handed. The movie version which is available starting today is one of those rare films that I can heartily recommend for you and your family. Make plans to sit down with your children or grandchildren and enjoy this classic tale brought to life through the magic of moviemaking. But don’t just watch it, discuss it with your family afterwards as a creative way of discipling them.

The product of Lewis’ imagination and spiritual discernment will greatly enrich your walk with Christ. Enjoy it with your family sometime soon.

Today’s Scripture Promise: “Finally, brethren, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is of good repute, if there is any excellence and if anything worthy of praise, dwell on these things.” (Philippians 4:8)

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