Twwk enjoyed the premiere so much that we decided that the rest of us would like to join in the fun too, hence this second First Impression, this time as a BtT Team effort! Here’s the episode recap from Twwk: Ara, the world of humans, was once a paradise but is now a wasteland filled… Read More First Impression, Team Edition: Gabriel & the Guardians
Gabriel and the Guardians, an anime-style series three years in the making, finally premieres today on Angel Studios’ platforms. In my review of the pilot episode, I noted that it “exceeded my expectations” and “sets the stakes high for the remainder of season one.” But those praises don’t only refer to the encouraging first episode—they… Read More Christians Coming Together in Creativity: The Gabriel and the Guardians World Premiere
Ara, the world of humans, was once a paradise but is now a wasteland filled with treacherous people and terrifying creatures. Meanwhile, above Ara, there exists another realm, one that’s beautiful and ethereal, where the titular Gabriel cares for a wondrous garden and guards the “Eternal Seed.” He takes his job seriously but his spirit… Read More First Impression: Gabriel and the Guardians
NCMS 2024 is in the books! A week ago, I asked for your prayers as Jake (one of our writers and our small group overseer) and I made our way to this year’s Nerd Culture Ministry Summit. People from all over the world (hello, Germany!) traveled to the Garden of the Gods and Glen Eyrie… Read More Bringing Otaku Ministries Together at NCMU 2024
Contrary to scripture, a lot of Christian arguments conversations these days—including among believers—totally lack in humility. What’s the answer? Examples from the life of the Old Testament King Uzziah and everyone’s favorite demon slayer, Tanjirou, show us the way. Come listen in as Mike explains and also talks about his recent major live events involving… Read More The Power of God and Anime, Episode 8: Tanjirou, Uzziah, and Humility in Faith
Do you sometimes feel discouraged, as if you’re not good enough to accomplish the big things you’d like to? Mike’s been there. So have some of the heroes of the Bible, including Moses and Gideon. And…maybe Sailor Moon’s Usagi Tsukino, too? Well, she at least serves as an example of someone who does incredible things… Read More The Power of God and Anime Podcast, Episode 7: God Will Use You (Even if You’re Clumsy Like Usagi Tsukino)
Welcome to episode three of The Power of God and Anime Podcast! Listen as Mike gives a third version of his story that sounds like Sailor Mo—no, it couldn’t be; discusses the cult episode of A Salad Bowl of Eccentrics; and shares his experience sharing the love of Christ with a co-worker rather than a… Read More The Power of God and Anime Podcast, Episode 3: Sharing Truth With Livia de Udis
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