Top 10 Family Films About Pastors

Description: This heartwarming film follows a pastor struggling with his church and family life, who receives divine help in the form of an angel. It's a perfect blend of comedy, music, and spiritual upliftment, making it ideal for family viewing.

Fact: The film was a remake of the 1947 film "The Bishop's Wife." Whitney Houston, who played the angel, also contributed to the soundtrack with her powerful voice.

Description: While not directly about a pastor, the film involves a young man learning life lessons from his grandfather's will, guided by a pastor, emphasizing the importance of faith, family, and giving back.

Fact: The movie was adapted from a novel by Jim Stovall, who is blind, and the film's themes reflect his personal experiences with adversity.

Description: A high school football coach, who is also a pastor, faces numerous personal and professional challenges. Through faith, he leads his team to unexpected success, teaching lessons about perseverance and divine guidance.

Fact: The film was produced by Sherwood Pictures, a ministry of Sherwood Baptist Church, and was made with a very low budget, yet it became a surprise box office hit.

Description: A firefighter, also a pastor's son, struggles with his marriage. His journey to save it involves a 40-day challenge from his father, highlighting the role of faith in personal relationships.

Fact: The film was produced by the same church group that made "Facing the Giants" and was the highest-grossing independent film of

Description: Four law enforcement officers, one of whom is a pastor, face the challenges of fatherhood and faith, leading them to make a commitment to be better fathers.

Fact: The film was also produced by Sherwood Pictures, and it includes a real-life resolution for fathers to sign, inspired by the movie.

Description: While not about a pastor, the film deals with themes of faith, forgiveness, and divine intervention, making it relevant to the pastoral theme through its exploration of spiritual guidance.

Fact: The film was based on the best-selling novel by William P. Young, which was initially self-published.

Description: A couple's marriage is on the brink of collapse until an elderly widow, a former pastor's wife, teaches the wife about the power of prayer, leading to a spiritual revival in their family.

Fact: The film was a box office success, grossing over $70 million worldwide on a $3 million budget.

Description: This biographical drama follows the life of Bart Millard, lead singer of MercyMe, whose father was a pastor. It showcases the transformative power of faith and music in overcoming personal struggles.

Fact: The film is named after the band's hit song, which became the best-selling Christian single of all time.

Description: Based on a true story, this film centers around a pastor's family whose son falls through ice and is miraculously revived, exploring themes of faith, prayer, and community support.

Fact: The film was produced by DeVon Franklin, who is known for producing faith-based films, and it was inspired by the book "The Impossible."

Description: This film explores the relationship between two police officers, one a pastor, and how their differing views on faith and forgiveness lead to personal transformation.

Fact: The film was inspired by a real-life incident involving a police officer and was designed to promote racial reconciliation.