Soul Surfer, the movie based on the life of professional surfer Bethany Hamilton, teaches the importance of perseverance even in the midst of tragedy. Use this movie guide to reflect on Bethany’s difficult situation, using her as an example of strong faith, and hopefulness.
let fear keep her on land forever, or face the potential of sharks and failure to take to the waves once again. With the loving support of her family and friends around her, Bethany eventually found the courage to get back on her board.
Many times, the best fruit of our labors comes right after a time of intense difficulty. As Bethany teaches us, keep moving forward with grit and don’t give up!