I went to see the movie Transformers this week (at the $1 theatre…love it). Now let me first of all say, this is not a resounding endorsement for all aspects of the movie… but I REALLY liked it! The action sequences were amazing and there was surprisingly good acting. (John Turturro owned me as the Sector 7 Agent! Hilarious!) The movie had some great lines as well. One of my favorites was a bit cheesy, but I still love it: “In fifty years, don’t you want to be able to say you had the courage to get in the car?”
It was a line that hit home for me. Earlier this year there was a new challenge placed before me and my family that we believe was truly God’s leading. However, deciding to accept the challenge would mean leaving a place that over the past 8 years had become home. We were surrounded by people who loved us and it was an incredible place to serve. But after much prayer and seeking of wise counsel, I decided to lead my family into a new chapter of our lives.
This cheesy line from this fantasy movie was a reminder why we did it. A reminder to not settle for a comfortable, easy-living life. A reminder to take the step of faith in the midst of uncertainty. A reminder to seek God’s Face and follow His leading… no matter what. As years are added to my life, I still yearn to be like that kid in the movie. And fifty years from now, when I look back on my life, I want to be able to say, “I’m glad I was willing to get in the car!”
So far it’s been a crazy ride, but I’m lovin’ it!
i agree… while there were some quotes and parts that made me cringe and say “why’d they have to go and put THAT in?” – over all I found it to be one of the most entertaining movies I’ve seen in a loooong time. It exceeded my expectations. Once it is out on DVD I will rip, edit, and burn one my son can watch! (I love my Mac)