An uplifting animated movie about the life of Jesus is hitting theaters this weekend. " Light of the World " tells the story of Christ, from the beginning of His ministry through His crucifixion and resurrection, as seen through the eyes of his youngest disciple, John.
The year is AD 30, and the people of God are expectantly awaiting the coming Messiah. While Jesus isn't exactly what they imagined, John, James, Andrew, Peter, and their new friends discover that there is something very special about this man. As they follow Jesus of Nazareth on an amazing adventure, He changes the world forever.
The movie presents an unconventional perspective on John and the closest followers of Jesus, supported by research from biblical historians who suggest that some of the disciples may have been t