After a successful revolt in 1846 that reversed the roles of slaves and masters, modernday america is now dominated by a wealthy, black ruling class and whites are dealing with decades of oppression and prejudice. Thomas nelson is a world leading publisher and provider of christian content, with over 250 new, original books and bibles published each year. I believe the concept could have been derived from the bookmovie. Based on the acclaimed 2012 novel penned by william sirls, the film follows a group. Written by william sirls, audiobook narrated by johnny heller.
William sirls, the author of the reason, has provided 5 signed copies of his book for a giveaway here. Once a senior vice president at a major investment firm, william sirls was incarcerated in 2007 for wire fraud and money laundering, where he learned a great deal more than he ever bargained for. Based on the acclaimed 2012 novel penned by william sirls, the film follows a group of interrelated individuals in a small town stricken with. Unfortunately, the book begins with a bang and builds to a. Buy the crown lord by william sirls online at alibris. The film, based on the william sirls book, follows a smalltown pastor, his wife and their sick child. The movie filmed at the hospital for over a week, but you may have also seen them shooting around town. The faithbased movie is based on the reason, a book by author william sirls. Its a courageous story of hope from viewpoints of a terminally ill child, a single mother without hope and the surrogate family they live with, a blind. Nov 23, 2012 william sirls debut novel, the reason, to its credit, attempts to address this issue.
Active in both sports and imagination, he aspired primarily to become either a professional golfer or attorney. With an overdrive account, you can save your favorite libraries for ataglance information about availability. Jan 22, 20 the reason is a milestone debut novel, opening with a thunderbolt and never letting up as it introduces us to everyday characters who are wrestling with the questions. William sirls debut novel, the reason, to its credit, attempts to address this issue. Thousands of movies and tv shows to satisfy any movie buff. See all 5 formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Jan 18, 2019 this movie was absolute stinking garbage, but youre all moronic wastes of flesh whos demise cant come soon enough so go see it. The reason by william sirls, 9781401687366, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Last month marked the conclusion of principal photography for the filming of the independent drama the reason. The reason, a story of supernatural suspense with a spiritual twist by debut author william sirls, asks readers to set reason aside and only believe when belief in anything seems impossible. See all books authored by william sirls, including the reason, and the sinners garden, and more on. Get this book free when you sign up for a 30day trial.
With an overdrive account, you can save your favorite libraries for ataglance information about. Books go search buy again your store deals store gift. William sirls over the course of his life, william sirls has experienced both great highs and tremendous lows some born of chance, some born of choice. It can change people which is a lot to say about a book. The reason 2020 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. The reason by william sirls when facing the impossible, will you believe.
It will amaze you, remind you of gods love and possibly increase your faith. The film, based on the william sirls book, follows a smalltown. William sirls ii celebrity profile check out the latest william sirls ii photo gallery, biography, pics, pictures, interviews, news, forums and blogs at rotten tomatoes. William sirls will introduce his christian fiction title, the reason. A video about author william sirls 70 views 0 people liked it. Signin to download and listen to this audiobook today. The reason is a milestone debut novel, opening with a thunderbolt and never letting up as it introduces us to everyday characters who are wrestling with the questions. Louis gossett jr the reason casting hollywood reporter. Broadstreet publishing will rerelease the reason in july. This movie was absolute stinking garbage, but youre all moronic wastes of flesh whos demise cant come soon enough so go see it. In 2011, william sirls signed up with westbow press, the selfpublishing arm of thomas nelson, to publish his first novel, the reason. The reason, based on the william sirls book, follows a smalltown.
He is the father of two and makes his home in southern. We talk to william sirls, author of the reason posted by james warwood be the first to comment we spoke to debut christian fiction author, william sirls, about his turbulent journey to faith and his passion for writing books that spark a. The movie trailer on facebook was the reason i wanted to read this book. Feb 23, 2016 academy awardwinning actor louis gossett jr. A story about a god who loves, who desires a relationship with humanity. The story is a beautifully woven mix of hopeless people finding the only. Mar 17, 2016 william sirls helped cowrite the screen play and is an executive producer for the movie. Jul 12, 2016 i highly recommend this book the reason. We talk to william sirls, author of the reason posted by james warwood be the first to comment we spoke to debut christian fiction author, william sirls, about his turbulent journey to faith and his passion for writing books that spark a faith dialogue between christians and nonchristians.
I always appreciate it when christian fiction attempts to grapple realistically with the problem of evil. Author of the crown lord, the sinners garden, and the reason william sirls author author of the crown lord, the sinners garden, and the reason skip to content. Christian fiction this book is a very interesting book. The reason, sirls first novel, was originally slated to release via westbow press, the self publishing arm of thomas nelson, before it caught the. An officer and a gentleman will star in the faithbased movie the reason, an adaptation of the bestselling novel by william sirls. Over the course of his life, william sirls has experienced both great highs and tremendous lowssome born of chance, some born of choice. Unfortunately, the book begins with a bang and builds to a commendable climax, but ends with a theologically dubious whimper. The story is set in the small town of carlson, michigan. William sirls books list of books by author william sirls.
But she only hears silence and wonders how she can possibly only believe. This is a message that will challenge your reasoning about god. What is the reason why god allow his children to suffer. Movie the reason wraps up filming at childrens hospital. Prueba prime hola, identificate cuenta y listas identificate. Download and keep this book for free with a 30 day trial. It looks like we dont have a synopsis for this title yet. Over the course of his life, william sirls has experienced both great highs and tremendous lows some born of chance, some born of choice. About the author born on april 3, 1964 in detroit, michigan, to a construction worker and a homemaker, william sirls grew up as the youngest of six children. Sirls adapted his book for the screen, writing the screenplay with aviv rubinstein and richard clark jr. The reason by william sirls overdrive rakuten overdrive. Phenomenal is one word im using to describe this absolutely stellar first novel by william sirls. Life lessons involving faith, grace, patience, and forgiveness are evident in his writing. Imdb, the worlds most popular and authoritative source for movie, tv and celebrity content.
William sirls helped cowrite the screen play and is an executive producer for the movie. William sirls author author of the crown lord, the. Jan 01, 2012 the reason, a story of supernatural suspense with a spiritual twist by debut author william sirls, asks readers to set reason aside and only believe when belief in anything seems impossible. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. The movie crew that converged on the health sciences campus of augusta university over the past several weeks has wrapped up filming for the project. After going through the editorial and production process, he. A very well made movie produced by seyi pedroadetola. Why new film the reason goes beyond faithbased cinema. This is a contemporary fictional account, but the hope it offers is very real. William sirls talks about his new book, the crown lord. Written by william sirls, narrated by johnny heller.
Forgiveness, faith, family and friendsall are centered around a cross that was shattered by lightning. Jun 06, 2018 what is the reason why god allow his children to suffer. Because of that, today im excited to share thoughts about the reason, a debut novel by author william sirls. William sirls is the author of the reason, the sinners garden, and the crown lord. Those who have experienced the novel are comparing it to the shack and the travelers gift, with its wide cast of characters experiencing god in an entirely new way. A novel kindle edition by william sirls author format. William sirls author author of the crown lord, the sinners. The story is a beautifully woven mix of hopeless people finding the only true hope. Too often, this barrier to belief is overlooked or oversimplified, rather than confronted headon. The film, based on the william sirls book, follows a smalltown pastor, his wife and their sick child as a mysterious man is sent to give them hope.
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