A recent motion picture release, “The Greatest Showman” features the early history of P.T. Barnum. Last year, the Barnum and Bailey Circus shut down after 146 years. We take a look at the history of circuses, zoos, and wholesome entertainment in America. Then, we look at how it degraded quickly in the 1920s and 1930s. That's why we would not recommend watching Hollywood's films, including that which features P.T. Barnum. Here is an analysis for Christians on what constitutes good family entertainment. Is amusement biblical? Is entertainment a good use of your time?
This program includes:
1. Generations with Kevin Swanson
2. The World View in 5 Minutes with Adam McManus (Special Report: Chinese Crackdown on Christmas Celebrations, Andy Savage's Book Deal Cancelled, Art Rorheim, Co-founder of AWANA Passes Away)
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“ Really? ” After listening to this program and hearing the good review of the movie I took my daughter and son to see it. I'm not sure we watched the same movie. You mentioned there being a few skimpy costumes on ladies, but you failed to mention how long those scenes were and the vulgar dances they were in as well. Very in your face at times. I don't think I would promoting this as good family fare. Especially for boys to see. And also, you made it sound like Barnum was this fine upright man who was taken advantage of by the wicked woman who walked out of the show because he refused to become her lover? He pretty much led the woman on and you could tell from the moment he heard her sing he was falling for her. Just because nothing physical happened other than a kiss doesn't mean he was in any way the innocent man. After all, he went alone on tour with her leaving his wife and two daughters crying.
Lady Day (1/18/2018)
“ Great Sermon! ” in the 30s, they started the HAYES CODE
1933-1966 which made it easier to take families.
Kevin Swanson has served as elder and pastor of Reformation Church, OPC since its inception. Kevin was raised on the mission field in Japan in the 1960's and 1970's. Together with his wife Brenda, they are bringing up five children in the nurture and admonition of the Lord....
