DVD Beat CR May 2009 Print
Written by Staff   
Monday, 04 May 2009 03:29 PM America/New_York

altPopular Bible teacher Joyce Meyer shares the message of one of her best-selling books in Battlefield of the Mind. Previously available only direct from her ministry for $60, the 214-minute presentation about overcoming worry and doubt, which was filmed live at one of her conferences, released last month by Anchor Bay Entertainment for $24.97.

Gary Thomas brings his best-selling book Sacred Marriage (Zondervan) to a small group DVD program of the same name. Through six sessions, he explores how God uses marriage to bring spiritual enrichment to both partners. The series releases this month for $24.99.

altRob Bell delivers the 23rd installment in his well-received “Nooma” series this month with Corner ($12.99, Zondervan). The 12-minute episode examines the effects of success—both positive and negative.

Originally broadcast on the Trinity Broadcasting Network, Creations Creatures Season 1 from Family Value Films follows hosts Sherri and Stacy as they visit the animal world to bring Bible truths to children aged 4 and older. The $19.98 program is out this month and distributed by E1 (formerly Koch) Entertainment.

VeggieTales: Heroes of the Bible! A Baby, A Quest and the Wild, Wild West wraps three classic episodes in a 93-minute collection available May 2 from Big Idea, for $12.99. The stories of Joseph, and Moses and Miriam are recast Veggie-style in The Ballad of Little Joe, Moe and the Big Exit and Baby Sitter in De-Nile.

The faith of an early church martyr is highlighted for children ages 8 to 14 in Vision Video’s Torchlighters: The Perpetua Story. Out this month, the 30-minute animated retelling of the young Christian’s stand includes a bonus documentary and leader’s guide with lesson plan, and retails for $14.99.