The continued risk of bringing thousands of people together in cities across the globe prompted the world’s largest convention organization to cancel nearly 6,000 events worldwide and opt for a virtual program for the second consecutive year. For Jehovah’s Witnesses who have held in-person events annually in stadiums, arenas, convention centers, and theaters around the world since 1897, the pandemic has brought a pause to a century-old tradition. The “Powerful by Faith!” Convention is being delivered over virtual platforms in over 500 languages to households in 240 lands during July and August 2021. It made me realize how strong my faith needs to be.” When Daniel heard of Jerusalem’s destruction and went to his parents, we were both in tears. I could really put myself in Daniel’s shoes. “I have studied Daniel’s life for years, but the drama added the human touch. “We have always loved the dramas, but this year we were amazed,” said Brownfield resident Gary Deatherage, who has viewed part one of the “Daniel” film with his wife, Resa. This year is no different, even as the organization shifted to a virtual format. Bible dramas have been a highlight of the annual conventions of Jehovah’s Witness for many decades. The historical Bible film illustrates how faith can empower individuals to face and endure life’s challenges with courage. Will his faith survive? Millions around the world will watch the drama unfold in the two-part feature film “Daniel: A Lifetime of Faith” being presented at the 2021 “Powerful by Faith!” Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses. It’s usually just that.As his nation is conquered and his family divided, Daniel faces intensifying pressure to abandon his convictions. It rains so much truth about how the cult affects impressionable, innocent people who buy into the delusions, whether from relatives or… Wait, no. It’s heartbreaking how strongly Watts and Slutsky illustrated the effect of JW's brainwashing. I couldn’t help but feel sympathy towards the poor girl. Her religious conviction is as passionate as her romantic actions. Marike desperately wants the best of both worlds: being a good girlfriend living her gay truth while being a devout Witness. Once the lens is set on her, the film offers a fascinating yet harrowing outlook on religious repression. Surprisingly enough, she becomes the focal point after she pulls ALL the moves on Jaime. At first, Marike felt like a catalyst for the writers to explore the religion’s beliefs and rules. Jaime (and the viewer) are initially on the fence about Marike’s intentions. With Jaime as the fish out of the water, Marike positions her devout self to convert her. Once Jaime and Marike start their friendship-to-lovers arc, their separate upbringings are thrown into the fray. They amplify the romantic tension with their mutual gay goo-goo eyes. Like every lesbian romantic drama, they share subtle gazes and facial acting. Actresses Anwen O'Driscoll and June Laporte are magnificent and deliver fantastic romantic chemistry. Their dates are restricted by JW-related activities and the ‘90s setting, but nothing’s sweeter than the scenes where they have fun. Jaime and Marike’s friends-to-lovers romance is You Can Live Forever’s crux, and it’s as cute and romantic as *insert your favorite lesbian drama here*.
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