
Built Upon the Rock(2004)
Jesus is asked to judge an inheritance dispute, but instead He uses this conflict to affirm the eternal ideals of His Beatitudes taught in the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus teaches the wronged brother to forgive and love his brother. All who follow Jesus must learn that what we own has little to do with who we are. Important ideals of stewardship and preparedness are emphasized through the parable of the House Built on Rock.

Movie: Built Upon the Rock
Top 8 Billed Cast
Thomas (voice)
Gideon / Josiah (voice)
Steward / Foolish Man (voice)
Wine Merchant (voice)
Lawyer / Vineyard Owner / Wise Man (voice)

Built Upon the Rock
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Jesus is asked to judge an inheritance dispute, but instead He uses this conflict to affirm the eternal ideals of His Beatitudes taught in the Sermon on the Mount. Jesus teaches the wronged brother to forgive and love his brother. All who follow Jesus must learn that what we own has little to do with who we are. Important ideals of stewardship and preparedness are emphasized through the parable of the House Built on Rock.
Release Date
2004-11-09
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7.5
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