My Review of "Eleanor's Bench" (NEW series available on Pure Flix)

My Review of "Eleanor’s Bench" (NEW series on Pure Flix):

Today, I have another review for you and a giveaway contest at the end of this post! In case you didn’t know, Pure Flix is like the faith-based version of Netflix. It works the same way the difference is in the content that points you back to Jesus Christ and shows you how much The Creator of the Universe loves you!

Pure Flix is a one-stop shop for faith and family-friendly movies and shows where you can confidently stream in your home with the entire family. With new premium and exclusive original entertainment choices every week, Pure Flix streaming service has the largest variety of high-quality, curated, positive, encouraging, wholesome movies, series and kids' content in one service. Pure Flix is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Sony Pictures Entertainment, alongside AFFIRM Films.

Pure Flix VIP Ambassador program asked me to review Episode 5 of the “Eleanor’s Bench” series. Here’s the main idea for this series, according to PureFlix: “Eleanor Thomas’s success as a Washington DC juvenile court judge is challenged when her inner-city past comes to court and demands more than judgment, prompting her to return to her impoverished neighborhood of youth. Will her renewed sense of purpose reinvigorate her faith?”

“We Can’t Change the Past” was the title of Episode 5. According to PureFlix, this is the summary of that episode: “Eleanor is crushed by the weight of what’s currently happening with Jewels and how she feels personally responsible. She begins to have nightmares and episodes of panic and anxiety that cripple her. Racked with guilt, Eleanor doesn’t know if she can forgive herself for the missed time she didn’t spend taking care of Jewels. In moving forward and healing from past wounds, we must accept that we cannot change the actions and decisions we made in the past. It’s easy to let our minds endlessly replay what happened and all the ways we would change it. But, we can’t do that. Replaying the past over again in our minds isn’t healthy—spiritually or mentally. God doesn’t want us to be stuck on one thing we cannot change. He wants to help us learn how to accept it, ask for forgiveness and be renewed by His mercy and grace.”

Now for my review: 

I watched this riveting episode before it was made available for viewing on Pure Flix. It compelled me to care so much about the characters and be invested in the storyline. The acting captivated my attention to the point where I wasn’t ready for the cliffhanger at the end. I thought it would go on for another hour. All of this made me eager to know how the story ends.

Promotional copy from PureFlix says: “Eleanor’s Bench” is full of important lessons about following God’s calling, practicing self-control, learning from your past and discovering that we are enough and deserving of God’s love.

I completely agree. There are so many powerful life lessons packed into this episode and I’d say every episode in this series. It’s like PureFlix put you in a classroom to learn about life, faith, hope, forgiveness and God. This series doesn’t shy away from tackling tough topics that many people have faced or will face in life. I like how they used faith in God as the Guiding Light that points people to True North and leads them home. This world may not be safe but we are always safe in the arms of God who created this world. Ultimately, I’d say this series is about growing closer to God and helping Him help you navigate the twists and turns of life on Earth.

Karen Abercrombie played the starring role as Judge Eleanor. Abercrombie’s light as a believer in Jesus Christ, and her skills as an actress who fully immerses herself in a character, shone bright as the sun through this entire series! I was delighted to see that the casting director chose Cameron Arnett to be Abercrombie’s co-star! I remember his role in another series on PureFlix called “Saved by Grace” where he played the angel Jeremiah. However, in “Eleanor’s Bench” he played Reginald (her old friend from the old neighborhood). Arnett’s acting skills are superb!

Themes of this episode included:
· We are forgiven and need to forgive others
· It’s never too late to make a change or follow through on a commitment

"Eleanor’s Bench" is a series that will introduce you to Pure Flix, prompt you to join and watch it again and again! And once you’re a member of Pure Flix, you’ll find more content to view that will encourage your heart. So don’t delay, join today!

Watch the official trailer for Eleanor’s Bench on Pure Flix:
https://youtu.be/sJ84Ol7P-gA

Jean Thomason of Momentum Influencers sat down with the stars of “Eleanor's Bench”, Karen Abercrombie and Cameron Arnett to talk! Watch the interview here.

Visit Eleanor’s Bench series page on Pure Flix for more wonderful features:
https://www.pureflix.com/movie/eleanors-bench

Recommended Reading from Pure Flix that’s inspired by the series:

“10 Bible Verses About Family”
https://www.pureflix.com/insider/bible-verses-about-family

“5 Healing Prayers for Forgiveness”
https://www.pureflix.com/insider/5-healing-prayers-for-forgiveness

“Six Powerful Prayers for God’s Protection and Safekeeping”
https://www.pureflix.com/insider/7-powerful-prayers-for-gods-protection-and-safekeeping

Before you go, enter this contest for your chance to WIN a FREE 3-month Pure Flix subscription! Note: This giveaway is limited to U.S. residents only. The giveaway starts today and ends on July 20, 2023. If you're participating in the giveaway for "Eleanor’s Bench", please note that we cannot accept winners that have won a Pure Flix subscription in the last six months.

Here is the Giveaway Contest link:
http://www.rafflecopter.com/rafl/display/f8dcb68c459/?

Disclosure: Many thanks to Pure Flix for providing a sample of the product for this review. Opinions are 100% my own.

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