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Forrest Gump: Life Is Like a Box of Chocolates (James 4:14)

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Forrest Gump's mama told him life is like a box of chocolates - you never know what you are going to get. Forrest stumbles through decades of American history, present at pivotal moments, succeeding at everything he tries despite - or because of - his simplicity. James asks: What is your life? You are a mist that appears for a little while and then vanishes. Forrest does not control his destiny; he runs when told to run, stops when told to stop, loves Jenny without demand. His simple obedience carries him through Vietnam, ping-pong championships, shrimp boats, and back to Jenny. Sometimes wisdom looks like foolishness.

Topics & Themes

simplicity providence obedience faithfulness love destiny

Scripture References

James 4:14 1 Corinthians 1:27 Matthew 18:3

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