Written By: Melanie Gilbert
At UP Entertainment, we strive to bring you feel-good movies and shows with uplifting lessons and inspiring characters. We believe in the power of this so much that to commemorate our 20-year anniversary, we’ve established National Uplift Someone Day on October 30th as a way of encouraging people to use this day to brighten the spirits of others in their families and communities.
We’ve also put together a list of our favorite movies that we think will uplift and inspire you and your family. So, grab a warm cup of tea and cozy up to these inspirational stories of faith, all streaming now at UP Faith & Family.
- I Can
- Heart of a Champion
- God Bless the Broken Road
- Soldier Love Story
- A Marriage Made in Heaven
- Love’s Enduring Promise
- The Redemption of Henry Myers
- I Believe
- Love Begins
- Thicker than Water
- Love Finds a Home
- Somebody’s Child
- Discarded Things
- 23 Blast: Blind Faith
- Peace River
- A Carpenter’s Prayer
- My Brother’s Keeper
- Greater
- Love in Harmony Valley
- Country Hearts
TV-PG-V. Amber’s world is shattered when she loses her husband in the war in Afghanistan. Grieving and struggling to raise her young daughter, Bree, she finds herself questioning God’s plan and wrestling with her faith. As her financial burdens grow, Amber prays for strength, asking God to guide her through the darkness. When race car driver Cody Jackson arrives in town, Amber is challenged to open her heart, not only to a new future but also to the possibility
that God’s grace is leading her to healing. Through prayer, Amber learns to surrender her fears and trust in God’s provision, finding hope in His plan for both her and Bree.
TV-PG. This period drama is the second film in the Love Comes Softly Saga, based on author Janette Oke’s book series. Set in the rugged American West, Love’s Enduring Promise follows Missie Davis, a young school teacher whose life is turned upside down when her father suffers a serious injury. As she juggles caring for him, running the farm, and teaching, she is courted by a wealthy suitor who offers her an easier life. Torn between a future of comfort and the hard-earned rewards of sacrifice, Missie must choose where her heart and faith truly lie. This heartwarming story shows the strength of love, family, and the enduring power of faith in overcoming life’s trials.
TV-PG-L. Greater tells the inspiring true story of Brandon Burlsworth, a determined young man who walks on to the Arkansas Razorbacks football team despite the odds against him. Brandon’s unwavering faith and dedication lead him to success on the field, but his life is tragically cut short. Through flashbacks, we see how his journey of perseverance touched those around him. As his brother Marty struggles with grief, he finds a path back to faith, inspired by Brandon’s legacy of determination and belief in God’s plan.
TV-14. A Carpenter’s Prayer is a story of faith and salvation set in rural Michigan. Pastor Doyle Clark faces challenges in building a new church, but hope arrives in the form of Glenn Frank, a struggling carpenter with a troubled past. Through Glenn’s expertise and unwavering faith, the church is built, and Glenn’s life is transformed. The film emphasizes the power of faith in God, the importance of family, and the transformative impact of showing God’s love to others. Ultimately, A Carpenter’s Prayer serves as a testament to God’s unwavering provision and the redemptive power of His love.
TV-14. When the life of Grace Wyatt, an esteemed music professor, is disrupted by the tragic loss of her husband, Grace retreats to substance abuse as a way to cope with her grief. Tossed out of her lavish academic world and finally at rock-bottom, Grace seeks help from a Christian recovery center and finds work at a group home for troubled teens. Despite challenges, she uses her musical talents to connect with the teens and help them overcome their difficulties. As she does so, she also grapples with her own past and learns the importance of forgiveness. This is a powerful and poignant tale of redemption for the rejected.
As you watch these stories of resilience, redemption, and love, we encourage you to uplift someone in your life, especially as National Uplift Someone Day approaches. And if you’re not yet a subscriber to UP Faith & Family, start your free 7-day trial today!
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Melanie Gilbert owns Choral Communications and resides in Atlanta with her husband, daughter and two cats.
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