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Letters to God

March 1, 2010 by Erica

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ltgposter-1“Everything rides on hope now. Everything rides on faith somehow. When the world has broken me down, Your love sets me free.” – Addison Road

We were recently contacted about the film,
Letters to God, which is based on a true story about Tyler, a young boy battling cancer.

As he watches his family and friends around him affected by his disease, he begins to pray for them in the form of letters written to God. He places postage on his letters and mails them daily.

Since God works in incredible ways, Tyler’s letters end up in the hands of a hurting and lost postman, Brady. Soon Brady’s life is transformed through Tyler’s words of hope, faith and love.

I had tears watching the trailer and I knew that viewing the movie would be a moving and inspiring journey. I was right!

I had the true pleasure of attending a screening of Letters to God. The screening was intended for church pastors and leaders as part of their Communities of Hope mission.

tylerandsamThe movie was incredible. I was blown away by the talent of Tanner Maguire who plays Tyler and darling Bailee Madison who plays his best friend, Sam. I could see glimpses of myself in almost every main character.

I was touched, convicted and encouraged. Oh and I cried, I did.

In fact there were grown men in the row in front of me who had to take out kleenex to wipe tears from their eyes.

Letters to God opens in theaters on April 9th and I truly hope that you all take the time to see it. Be sure to bring your friends and loved ones with you. This is a movie that will leave its mark on your heart.

soundtrack-3I encourage you to also check out the film’s soundtrack. The 2-Disc album with 7 bonus tracks features songs from Matthew West, Jeremy Camp, Addison Road, Sanctus Real, and Between The Trees.

Also for more inspiration check out Stories of Hope, where you can view several on set devotions that took place before filming as well as Bailee Madison’s story of holding on to her child-like faith in the depths of Hollywood.

Our friends at Dayspring have partnered with Letters to God and are releasing a box card set inspired by the film. Their Hope is Contagious box card set features 12 cards with inspiring sentiments to share the amazing hope we have in Jesus Christ. And since hope is one of those things that should be passed around, we would love to give away two Hope is Contagious box card sets.

To enter, please leave a comment below. Here are some things I would love to hear about in the comments section – Did you watch the trailer above? What are your thoughts about the movie? Have you also had the pleasure of attending a screening of Letters to God? How have you been touched lately through the power of prayer?

Our giveaway will close on Friday, March 19th. We will announce our winners on Saturday, March 20th.

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This giveaway is open to US and Canadian addresses.

Due to legal restrictions, this promotion void where prohibited. Please see our site’s Terms and Conditions of Use for a complete list of our Contest and Giveaway Rules.

I did receive entrance into a screening of Letters to God. I was so moved by the film, that I just HAD to share it with you. When I discovered that Dayspring partnered with the film, I contacted them about their Hope Is Contagious box set. We did not receive any compensation for this post.

Written by 5 Minutes for Mom contributing editor, Erica.

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Erica has been a part of the 5 Minutes for Mom writing team since the summer of 2008. She is a mom to three little ones - Audrey (7), Isaiah (4) and Christian (3).

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  1. jendela says

    March 19, 2010 at 11:30 pm

    I would love to see this movie; the trailer looks wonderful. My 10 year old daughter wrote letterrs to God from time to time after her younger sister survived a near drown experience. Wonderful concept

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  2. Jane Hoh says

    March 19, 2010 at 10:57 pm

    I watched the trailer and almost cried during that short piece. Our family has seen so many people fighting cancer both young and old and this movie can be truly inspirational. Thanks for the opportunity to win it.

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  3. Tracey says

    March 19, 2010 at 7:15 pm

    I watched the trailer and can’t wait to see the movie.

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  4. alisha Frisbee says

    March 19, 2010 at 6:14 pm

    Signed up as Facebook Fan

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    March 19, 2010 at 9:22 am

    I signed up for your newsletter.

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    March 19, 2010 at 9:21 am

    I subscribed to your feed.

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  7. Lily Kwan says

    March 19, 2010 at 9:20 am

    I watched the trailer. The movie looks very interesting!

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  8. kristy says

    March 19, 2010 at 3:00 am

    I watched the trailer. It was very touching and made me think about
    the blessings in my life. I will definitely check out the movie

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  9. Gianna says

    March 19, 2010 at 2:30 am

    The power of prayer is very strong.

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  10. Happi Shopr says

    March 18, 2010 at 3:56 pm

    http://twitter.com/happishopr/status/10686717630

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  11. Happi Shopr says

    March 18, 2010 at 3:55 pm

    I watched the trailer and cannot wait for this movie! It is so nice to see a movie of this caliber come out. I know that prayers are answered – yesterday my uncle was in terrible shape physically and today after much prayer he is being allowed to go home under the care of his daughter and is doing remarkably well. Praise God for His love, kindness and healing hands!

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  12. erma says

    March 18, 2010 at 8:20 am

    I think the movie would be good.

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  13. Lisa Taylor says

    March 18, 2010 at 1:57 am

    I had not heard of this before now but watched the trailer and would love to see it [email protected]

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  14. Julie Donahue says

    March 17, 2010 at 9:22 pm

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  15. Julie Donahue says

    March 17, 2010 at 9:21 pm

    Wow! What a wonderful story! I had heard about it before, but I hadn’t had a chance to see the preview before today.

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  16. amy says

    March 17, 2010 at 5:43 pm

    I don’t have sound on my computer but it looks very sweet. I am always touched by prayer. Most recently i went to church with some Winter Texans who live downstairs…I don’t attend church because I’m too shy but I want to start for my little one – who is more important then me being uncomfortable. I wish for a particular message in the sermon – and go it!

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  17. Cheryl fowler says

    March 17, 2010 at 4:11 pm

    I think this movie may be good for my granddaughter and my neice to watch. They are having a hard time dealing with my mom’s (thier grandmother) battle with breast cancer.

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  18. Laura says

    March 11, 2010 at 11:56 am

    This was filmed at the hospital where my husband works ….we have such love and hope for children touched by cancer. A new foundation to raise research money for these precious kids is in the works right now. I pray this movie is seem by the masses and moves them to seek Our Father! Thanks for such a great give-away!

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  19. Christie says

    March 11, 2010 at 11:26 am

    As a mom whose child battled cancer I can’t wait to see this movie and have been following it’s production for months. Thanks for promoting it!

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  20. rlvd says

    March 10, 2010 at 9:42 pm

    hadn’t even heard of this movie! will have to watch your trailer clip soon; thanks for posting it. i felt the power of prayer and saw God work thru it in the birth and adoption of our son. He is holding us all in His hands. Thanks for entering me in the giveaway.

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  21. Marilyn L. says

    March 9, 2010 at 1:44 pm

    It sounds very touching. I suspect I will need lots of tissue for this to watch this one.

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  22. Marci says

    March 8, 2010 at 4:39 pm

    Thanks for the chance to win!
    Yes, I watched the trailer. This movie looks great. I’m already a big fan of Facing the Giants and Fireproof. I hope this movie is as good as they were. I think it will target the same audience who is looking for a wholesome family film. I love the quality of this trailer–it looks very well put together. I’m excited to see it!

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  23. Michele Anne says

    March 7, 2010 at 10:31 am

    sounds like an interesting movie….sign me up…hope to win…

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  24. Angela Hipp says

    March 7, 2010 at 9:14 am

    I have teared up just from the movie trailer. I love to see movies like this one.

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    March 4, 2010 at 3:25 pm

    I subscribe with google reader.

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  26. Wendy says

    March 4, 2010 at 3:24 pm

    Prayer is huge. Although we don’t necessarily get the answers we want, the peace that is provided is truly priceless. We recently had a friend pass away from cancer. Without prayer and that peace, I don’t know how we would have handled it.

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    March 3, 2010 at 4:06 pm

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  29. Jody says

    March 3, 2010 at 4:04 pm

    This looks like such a wonderful movie.

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  32. Robyn Popham says

    March 3, 2010 at 12:24 pm

    I saw the trailer a few days before reading this blog post. It looks like such a beautiful film. We can’t wait to see it!

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    March 3, 2010 at 11:22 am

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  34. Mellissa C says

    March 3, 2010 at 11:22 am

    I think this movie is very inspirational. I want to see it.

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  35. Charlotte Winters says

    March 3, 2010 at 10:59 am

    I’d love to see this movie. I was very moved by the trailer. So many movies today leave me empty and cold like Up in the Air… It would be nice to see a movie that made you feel glad you saw it!

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  36. Tonya says

    March 2, 2010 at 11:26 pm

    looks just wounderfull

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  40. LaVonne says

    March 2, 2010 at 10:25 pm

    Based on your blog and the trailer, I am excited to see this movie. We need more movies like this! Thanks for the chance to win, I do love cards (you can never have too many).

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  42. Marj McClendon says

    March 2, 2010 at 9:37 pm

    Prayers keep me uplifted daily. Health concerns limit what I can do but our God is mighty and I am so glad he is my friend. I can’t wait to go to this movie.

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  43. Nikki says

    March 2, 2010 at 7:34 pm

    I don’t know if I would be able to watch this movie. I might not make it through it. But I want to try.
    nik_har at yahoo dot com
    (there is an underscore between “nik” & “har”)

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  44. susan varney says

    March 2, 2010 at 6:11 pm

    i love to watch this kind of movie [email protected]

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  45. Kari Carter says

    March 2, 2010 at 5:36 pm

    I saw this preview at Winter Jam in Mobile, AL and my son and I can’t wait to see it!!!

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  46. Erica says

    March 2, 2010 at 3:32 pm

    Hi Seanna – It will open in theaters on April 9th. 😀

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  47. Seanna says

    March 2, 2010 at 1:45 pm

    Thanks for telling us about this amazing film. Can you let us know when the film opens in theaters?

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  48. Ilene Mcvea says

    March 2, 2010 at 11:18 am

    Looks like a great movie

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  49. Teresa says

    March 2, 2010 at 10:55 am

    We have a close friend whose son has just been diagnosed with bone cancer. Not sure I can watch this right now. I cry during Hallmark commercials!

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  53. Elizabeth says

    March 2, 2010 at 10:44 am

    it looks like a great movie. even my nearly 12 year old son is excited to see it after watcing the preview when he was seeing another movie last week.

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  54. Gerrie S says

    March 2, 2010 at 10:24 am

    I watched the trailer and even shared it on facebook. I almost cried just watching that little bit of the movie so I cannot wait to see this movie. My daughter’s birthday is April 9th so this may be a good b-day gift.
    I truly believe in prayer and am uplifted everyday because I know that people of my church pray for me regularly.

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  56. Melissa says

    March 2, 2010 at 9:32 am

    I have been touched by the power of prayer so profoundly this last month as my husband and I have been grieving the loss of our son. I can’t wait to see this movie.

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    The movie sure sounds like a tearjerker and I definitely want to check out the CD.

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  59. Crystal says

    March 1, 2010 at 11:52 pm

    Looks like a wonderful movie to inspire us all. Thanks for sharing! I’ll keep my eyes out for it.

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    March 1, 2010 at 10:38 pm

    It looks like a wonderfully inspiring movie! And a tear-jerker! 😉

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  66. Melissa Nunley says

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    I hadn’t heard about this but it looks so cute 🙂

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  67. Sammy says

    March 1, 2010 at 3:29 pm

    Looks like a great family movie.

    BTW that song by Addison Road is one of my favorites, great message

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  68. Mindy says

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