Unless the Lord builds the house, They labor in vain who build it; Unless the Lord guards the city, The watchman keeps awake in vain. Psalm 127:1 (NKJV) For it is You who blesses the righteous man, O Lord, You…
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“So, whether you eat or drink, or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.“ 1 Corinthians 10:31 (ESV) “Let all that you do be done in love.“ 1 Corinthians 16:14 (ESV) If you have spent time on…
“Where there is no guidance, a people falls, but in an abundance of counselors there is safety.” Proverbs 11:14 (ESV) “… submitting to one another out of reverence for Christ.” Ephesians 5:21 (ESV) Critics have given the word “critique” a…
“So if there is any encouragement in Christ, any comfort from love, any participation in the Spirit, any affection and sympathy, complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of…
“The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom, and the knowledge of the Holy One is understanding.” (Proverbs 9:10 ESV) “For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, so that each one may be recompensed…
And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and…
If there was any lesson that we could take away from 2020 (continuing into 2021), it would be that the world is uncertain. Time and again, things that we thought would never change—set schedules, ways of life, entire world systems…
The fool says in his heart “There is no God.” They are corrupt, they do abominable deeds, there is none who does good. Psalm 14:1 (ESV) Stories allow us to examine our world and process what we see in new…
So therefore, any one of you who does not renounce all that he has cannot be my disciple. Luke 14:33 (ESV) There are few industries where it is easier to find our worth and identity in our job than filmmaking….
Entertainers have become a new pantheon of gods in the recent century. Actors, singers, bands, sports stars, directors, and other influencers have replaced the old pagan idols of wood, metal, and stone and have amassed innumerable worshippers around the globe….
Core Values of the CWVFF Did you know that the Christian Worldview Film Festival has ten core values? We would love to share them with you—one at a time. For the next nine weeks you’ll receive a short email from…
The ability to hold the 2020 CWVFF this past August really was an incredible blessing. After everything that had happened in the year so far, being able to have a time of fellowship, learning and recognizing films was particularly special….
We’re excited that the CWVFF is still on in just a few weeks, from August 10-14, 2020, in Hendersonville, TN! For everyone’s safety, we will be taking special precautions including temperature screenings and a questionnaire, regular hand washing and venue cleaning,…
We are excited to provide an update on the new dates and venue for the 2020 Christian Worldview Film Festival and Guild! Due to the COVID-19 postponement and limited venue availability, we have been working to find a time and…
Hello CWVFF family, As most of you know, due to circumstances outside of our control we have had to postpone the 2020 Guild and Festival event planned for March 16-20. Currently our hope is to move the event to later…
Dear CWVFF Attendees, Due to circumstances beyond our control, we are sad to announce that the 2020 Christian Worldview Film Festival and Filmmakers’ Guild are both being postponed this year until further notice. Our team was praying for clarity this…
In response to current events, the leadership of the Christian Worldview Film Festival have discussed the COVID-19 virus or “Coronavirus” and are asking all attendees to demonstrate prudence and care. We believe the risk is extremely low for our event…
I always enjoy the lights and trees during the Christmas season. I enjoy thinking of Jesus and his coming to earth, and hearing the Christmas songs with this theme. During this season of giving, I am reminded of what we…
We are thrilled to announce that the CWVFF 48 Hour Film Race is returning January 3-5, 2020, and early registration opens today! We’ve made a number of changes and improvements, and are partnering with Motion University to bring even more…
We have been working hard behind the scenes with a great team and have lots of exciting new things coming for CWVFF 2020. We have a new venue, we have a reworked schedule for the festival, our second 48 hour…
“Love Unfiltered” won the Missions Awareness Award at CWVFF 2019. Recently, Director Jim Adams took some time to share with us his journey in creating this film. What was your background in filmmaking before directing this film? I have essentially…
“Vindication: The Gentleman” won Best Short Film at CWVFF 2019. Recently, Director Jarod O’Flaherty took some time to share with us his journey in creating this film. Any moments from creating this film that impacted you personally? The pastor’s voice…
“Save the Date” won the Audience Choice Award at CWVFF 2019. Recently, Director Stephen Dysert took some time to share with us his journey as a filmmaker and how he created this film. What was your background in filmmaking before…
“Last Call” was runner-up for the Audience Choice Award at CWVFF 2019. Recently, Director Nato Jacobson took some time to share with us reflections from his journey in creating this film. What was your background in filmmaking before directing this…
All the sessions from #CWVFF19 are now available for purchase! Visit the MediaTalk101 website to learn more:
Walking by the Spirit At the final general session of the Christian Worldview Film Festival tonight, Stephen Kendrick, Producer with Kendrick Brothers’ Films, shared a message about walking by the Holy Spirit. Using Galatians 5:16 as the centerpiece, he encourages…
The Fog of War To kick-off the first general session, Eric Ludy, bestselling author, pastor, and lead instructor at Ellerslie Discipleship Training in Colorado, spoke about the fog of war. Fog of war is often used to describe what a…
How humility birthed The Chosen Today’s Nashville Faith & Film Breakfast Club, hosted at The Factory in Franklin, TN, invited Christian Worldview Film Festival attendees to join in. The Breakfast Club featured Dallas Jenkins, Director of The Chosen, a new…
Tips from the Battlefield Filming Overcomer At the last general session of the Christian Filmmakers Guild, Stephen Kendrick, Producer with Kendrick Brothers’ Films quipped, “If any of our bullets from the battleground fit in your gun, then use them.” For…
Director’s Panel – Ask the Pros Q & A Everything you wanted to know from some of the top Christian film producers, directors, and distributors. John Grooters – Grooters Productions, Writer, Director, Editor Donald Leow – StoneTable Films Jared Geesey…
Uniquely Designed For what purpose did God put you here, in this time and place? That’s what Kyle Justice, Emmy-nominated tv producer and Creation Science programming extraordinaire, asked Christian Worldview Filmmakers Guild attendees to contemplate at today’s general session. He…
The Unbelievable Power of Unity “There’s almost nothing we can’t accomplish when we work together,” proclaimed Stephen Kendrick, Producer with Kendrick Brothers’ Films, who wrapped up day two of the Christian Worldview Filmmakers Guild. He opened with scripture from Psalm…
Journey from Secular to Christian Paul Long and Brad Silverman are two veterans from Hollywood who reside in Burbank, CA, the studio capital of the world. They caught the vision of what God is doing through the Christian Worldview Film…
What defines success? Bill Reeves, Founder and President of WTA Group, not only asked what defines success at this morning’s general session of the Christian Filmmakers Guild, but shared what he and WTA define as success, especially in the context…
God uses humble vessels Filmmakers experienced an introspective spiritual message from bestselling author, pastor, and lead instructor at Ellerslie Discipleship Training in Colorado, Eric Ludy, in tonight’s final general session. Ludy treated filmmakers to a strong helping of humble pie….
CWVFF launches record-breaking Filmmakers Guild in Tennessee Today’s Christian Worldview Filmmakers Guild kicked-off with producer Stephen Kendrick of Kendrick Brothers’ Films encouraging the 564 filmmakers gathered at The Factory in Franklin, TN, to get their focus on the Lord, pointing…
Now you can view and download the 2019 CWVFF Event Program! The Filmmakers Guild is 1 week away and the Film Festival will soon follow so get a head start on planning your week and familiarize yourself with the venue layout. …
After the success of the 2018 Christian Filmmakers Guild Directory we are putting together another one for 2019! The Christian Filmmakers Guild Directory is a great way to connect with like-minded filmmakers who want to work with other Christians to…
“As In The Days of Noah” won Best Short Film and Best Gospel Presentation at CWVFF 2018. Recently, Director John Grooters took some time to share with us reflections from his journey in creating this film. How long have you…
“The Messengers,” won Best Animated Film at CWVFF 2018. Recently, Director Robert Fernandez took some time to share with us reflections from his journey in creating this film. What was your background in filmmaking before directing this film? How did…
The God Who Speaks won “Best Documentary” at CWVFF 2018 and is now available on DVD or digital on demand. Director M.D. Perkins took some time to share with us reflections from his journey in creating this film. What was…
We are looking for submissions from a wide variety of genres and categories including Narrative Feature Films, Documentary Films, Short Films, Young Filmmakers, Promotional Media (Promotional Videos, Commercials, Film Trailers), Music Videos, Animated Films, Missions Awareness Films, and Sanctity of Life…
“Like Arrows,” the winner of the 2018 CWVFF “Audience Choice Award” and “Best Feature Film,” is coming to theaters this week – May 1 & 3! Recently, Director Kevin Peeples took some time to share with us reflections from his…
Panelists: Kevin Peeples, Rebekah Cook, Christopher Zydowicz, Rebekah Stought Moderator: Nathan Jacobson – The third and final UNDERGROUND session at CWVFF 2018 was just as amazing as the two preceding sessions. This extremely interactive discussion covered many topics relating to…
Media Discernment – What’s on Your Plate? – Festival Director, Pastor, and Founder of Media Talk 101, Phillip Telfer, shared about media discernment with festival attendees in tonight’s general session. He intrigued the audience when he asked them to identify…
Panelists: Paul Munger, Benjamin Botkin, Travis Palmer, Marcela Shaw Moderator: Matthew Shaw – The second UNDERGROUND discussion, moderated by art director Matthew Shaw, focussed on honoring God in the process of filmmaking. After an opening prayer and introduction, each panelist…
Introducing this year’s first UNDERGROUND session, CWVFF Event Coordinator David Cook explained that the purpose of the UNDERGROUND is not to host a typical panel lecture, but to foster conversation and dialog among everyone in the room. “If you’re not…
Parable of the Sower: Having a Fertile Heart – Acclaimed filmmaker and one of the vessels God used to launch the birth of contemporary Christian films like Courageous and War Room, Alex Kendrick, brought a message that festival goers and filmmakers…
Getting your heart right – Answers to prayer is one of my favorite things to talk about. There have been so many answers to prayers over these last several days. Scripture says the effective, fervent, prayer of the righteous accomplishes…
Steve Cleary is serious about missions and using media to reach the lost for Christ. Cleary is the maker of Tortured for Christ, a feature length film screening Friday at the festival, and he shared his journey to finding the…
The Christian Worldview Film Festival exists to facilitate community, learning, and encouragement among filmmakers seeking to glorify God in their craft.