Welcome back to another episode of &#8220;By His Grace.&#8221; I&#8217;m your host Misty Phillip, and today we have an incredibly powerful and thought-provoking episode for you. In this installment, we delve into the importance of excellence in Christian Media, storytelling, the impact it has on our perception of reality, and how it shapes our culture. <br />
Our guest, Terry Weaver, shares their personal journey with storytelling, from experiencing captivating narratives in the military to immersing themselves in the role of a character for a production called &#8220;Breaking Strongholds.&#8221; Terry&#8217;s exploration of character development led them to spend time with a former marine and detective, delving into the world of interrogations and investigations. Terry&#8217;s storytelling adventure didn&#8217;t stop there. They also wrote a captivating backstory for their character, which eventually transformed into a separate novel. This backstory provided a foundation for their acting and tapped into the power of personal stories.<br />
During a prayer breakfast in Texas, Terry met someone who had an eye-opening encounter with the alarming tactics being used to target families and children, and it stirred a passion within them to create films that inspire hope. Terry explored the need for high-quality Christian entertainment that tackles the pressing issues faced by young people today. We also dive into Terry&#8217;s ongoing project, the second season of the gripping show &#8220;Breaking Strongholds,&#8221; which deals with tough topics and cannot seek funding from traditional Hollywood studios. <br />
They rely on the support of local communities and generous donors to bring this impactful series to life. Additionally, Terry highlights the harmful influence of shows like &#8220;Euphoria,&#8221; and their determination to counter that with storytelling that empowers and uplifts.We cannot wait to share this episode with you as we unpack the power of stories, the danger of destructive narratives, and the potential for positive change through the art of storytelling. So grab your headphones, settle in, and join us for this captivating episode of &#8220;By His Grace.&#8221;<br />
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E7TSBwGoWeE">BREAKING STRONGHOLDS</a> is a faith-based mystery drama series that keeps viewers guessing while addressing serious cultural issues. The show centers around a high-school teacher gone missing and the family of Detective Ethan James, whose son, unbeknownst to him, is considering suicide to escape the pain from the loss of his mother. All the while, a small Texas town is distracted and deceived by the arrival of world-renowned, best-selling author and thought leader, Redmond Quinn.<br />
<a href="https://www.reflectivemedia.org/">Reflective Media</a><br />
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/breakingstrongholdstv">Breaking Strongholds TV Facebook</a><br />
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/c/ReflectiveMediaProductions">Reflective Media Productions Youtube</a><br />
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/breakingstrongholdstv/">Breaking Strongholds TV Instagram</a><br />
<a href="https://shopusa.livingworks.net/products/livingworks-faith">Suicide Prevention</a><br />
At Spark Media, we empower faith-based podcasters through live and virtual events, a thriving membership community, a podcast network, and a magazine.<br />
 <a href="https://www.sparkmedia.ventures/spark-ignite">Spark Media Ignite Conference</a><br />
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By His Grace

Misty Phillip

Stories that Shape: Unveiling the Power of Narrative in Shaping Culture and Lives

AUG 16, 202321 MIN
By His Grace

Stories that Shape: Unveiling the Power of Narrative in Shaping Culture and Lives

AUG 16, 202321 MIN

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Welcome back to another episode of “By His Grace.” I’m your host Misty Phillip, and today we have an incredibly powerful and thought-provoking episode for you. In this installment, we delve into the importance of excellence in Christian Media, storytelling, the impact it has on our perception of reality, and how it shapes our culture.

Our guest, Terry Weaver, shares their personal journey with storytelling, from experiencing captivating narratives in the military to immersing themselves in the role of a character for a production called “Breaking Strongholds.” Terry’s exploration of character development led them to spend time with a former marine and detective, delving into the world of interrogations and investigations. Terry’s storytelling adventure didn’t stop there. They also wrote a captivating backstory for their character, which eventually transformed into a separate novel. This backstory provided a foundation for their acting and tapped into the power of personal stories.

During a prayer breakfast in Texas, Terry met someone who had an eye-opening encounter with the alarming tactics being used to target families and children, and it stirred a passion within them to create films that inspire hope. Terry explored the need for high-quality Christian entertainment that tackles the pressing issues faced by young people today. We also dive into Terry’s ongoing project, the second season of the gripping show “Breaking Strongholds,” which deals with tough topics and cannot seek funding from traditional Hollywood studios.

They rely on the support of local communities and generous donors to bring this impactful series to life. Additionally, Terry highlights the harmful influence of shows like “Euphoria,” and their determination to counter that with storytelling that empowers and uplifts.We cannot wait to share this episode with you as we unpack the power of stories, the danger of destructive narratives, and the potential for positive change through the art of storytelling. So grab your headphones, settle in, and join us for this captivating episode of “By His Grace.”

BREAKING STRONGHOLDS is a faith-based mystery drama series that keeps viewers guessing while addressing serious cultural issues. The show centers around a high-school teacher gone missing and the family of Detective Ethan James, whose son, unbeknownst to him, is considering suicide to escape the pain from the loss of his mother. All the while, a small Texas town is distracted and deceived by the arrival of world-renowned, best-selling author and thought leader, Redmond Quinn.

Reflective Media

Breaking Strongholds TV Facebook

Reflective Media Productions Youtube

Breaking Strongholds TV Instagram

Suicide Prevention

At Spark Media, we empower faith-based podcasters through live and virtual events, a thriving membership community, a podcast network, and a magazine.

 Spark Media Ignite Conference

4 The One Studios

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