You’re welcome to the review of “High Calling Part 3”. It continues from where Part 2 concludes and it shows that Edward has chosen the path of obedience as he returns to the US, determined to serve God and stay with his family. Though he confesses that it has not been easy, he admits that Jenny is surprised by his return and that has humbled her a bit.
A quick word about the music once again which sounded really good. The instrumentals were well-constructed and inserted at appropriate places. Along with the chants, the soundtrack of High Calling was really nice.
Now, from the off, it’s clear this part would mainly be about John getting a wife. Fiyinfolu CP Okedare was so original in his performance in this part, as he has been throughout this trilogy. His narrations are usually engaging and his excitement is so palpable. His portrayal of John in Part 3 is believable, especially his proposal, right to the way he handles the seeming rejection and the eventual acceptance; in fact, the looks on John’s face are priceless. I must also commend the acting of Rotimi Amodu as Eric Thompson – he does very well in the scenes he plays in. We don’t know what exactly is wrong with the church Eric used to attend but his statement that he does not need the respect of a man of God who failed to show him the way to heaven is pregnant with meaning. I see this as a call to all chosen as shepherds of God’s flock to show their sheep the way to eternal life, and not focus on frivolities.
The character of Samson is one that should not be overlooked because from him, we perceive the importance of having godly friends who offer sound counsel. He tells John to ask Doctor Toluwanimi about her relationship with God. That lets us know how important this is because can you imagine someone who loves God with all his heart getting married to a person with whom they cannot share that love for God that is most important in their lives? When Doctor Toluwanimi responds, it’s quite clear that at the core of their beings, they would be in unity because their foundation is their relationships with God.
The pieces of John’s life start coming together as God establishes him. At the home front, John experiences a restored relationship with his dad. It’s a sharp contrast to what obtained in Part 1; now, John’s shame has been taken away and he has become honourable in Mr Johnson’s sight. It means the world to John when his father confesses that he is proud of him and that was a really touching moment for me.
John is quite admirable. I observed that throughout this movie, he’s deeply respectful and quite embodies the scripture that says that we should trust God in all our ways and not lean on our own understanding. He’s very mindful of God – when he’s driving, he’s thanking God and praying to Him; when he’s on the hospital bed, he’s praying. He doesn’t allow anyone pressure him into making decisions; he politely says that he’ll pray about it. It’s no surprise then that he is loved and favoured by both his boss and his dad.
Later, John’s pastor lets him know that the arrival of Doctor Toluwanimi is a sign of greater things to come and indeed, John experiences an astonishing promotion in the same company he was forced out of in Part 1. I’d like to conclude this review with a statement made by Doctor Toluwanimi in her chat with John – that she loves her country and that she keeps praying that God will heal Nigeria as he is using Nigerians all over the world. That embodies what God expects of us in our respective nations – love for our country, prayers for healing; that’s one aspect, the faith aspect. The other side is the works aspect, the requirement of obedience. The bible says in Proverbs 29:2 (AMP) that when the righteous are in authority and become great, the people rejoice, but when the wicked man rules, the people groan and sigh. Easy-to-Read Version says the people complain. So, we should ensure we all play our parts in letting God’s kingdom come and letting His will be done on earth as it is in heaven.
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Next, we’ll be reviewing the Season 2 of “Kembe Isonu” from Femi Adebile. Till then, stay blessed.
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