A Review on The Movie; THE TRAIN by Mount Zion Production

So, I watched the movie; The Train on Sunday and I was all shades of reactions, from ahhing to wowing. At some points I prayed, laughed, spoke to the person beside me and had deep thoughts within myself.

The movie chronicles the real life story of Evangelist Mike Bamiloye, and it is a movie indeed for the season. Anybody who truly wants to know the definition of Purpose, must watch it. Anyone who wants to know the meaning of Walking with God, must watch it. 

Purpose is not Instagram photos! Purpose is Death! You die to your senses and fleshly desires! Purpose is Crazy Faith! Purpose is giving yourself up! Purpose is being foolish in the eyes of man and seeing through the eyes of God.

Watching the movie, I learnt so many lessons and I would love to share some here:

1. The Rocky Christian Journey: 

The Christian Journey is not an all smooth or all rosy one. There are road bumps on the road, and it  takes the mercies of God and deep faith to walk it through. At a point in Mike Bamiloye's life, after getting born again, he almost fell out of the way due to the indulgence of the flesh; however, grace found him.

And even after getting on track with God, we saw the series of challenges he faced while building the Mount Zion Ministry; encountering oppositions, rejections, etc. However, he stood strong and the testimony is what we all see today. The journey is not smooth, but it is not impossible, when you allow God hold your hands.

2. God's love for you/Your love for God: 

The love of God is a major theme in this epic movie. The love of God is ever constant; in and out of season.  It is never ending, reckless, chases us down and fights till we are found. It doesn't give up, neither does it let go, it forgives and restores!

The life of Mike Bamiloye is an evidence of this love. And his response to this love, was also evident through the steps of faith he took, his acts of obedience, etc.

3. Your past has no hold on you: 

Your past can never ever, define what your Future would look like! Read that again. Looking at the childhood of this man of God, one who looks from human's perspective would not believe that he could amount to anything.

But, see how God made Gold out of dross? Defies human law of order, right? Your past can never limit you, except you hold on to it. Why not let go, and let God redefine you, and shape you into his masterpiece. 

4. Total Surrender and Obedience: 

Looking at his life from when he gained admission into a prominent institution, and how God instructed him to leave there to a less prestigious institution; this tells a story of total surrender and obedience to God. He was sold out to God and could no longer look back; he didn't know how to look back! Chaii!  

Another key area of total surrender and obedience to consider, was when he resigned from his job to start the Drama Ministry full time. How? How on earth can someone be that foolish? But then as it was said in the movie "God's foolishness is wiser than our wisdom. God does not make mistakes, He is intentional!"

5. Fix your eyes on Jesus; don't look to the hills: 

The actor who played the role of Mike Bamiloye said and I quote "It is God who called us to this work. And so, the moment our focus is shifted from him, we will always be disappointed". 

This part of the movie was when they needed money for the ministry and instead of looking to God, they put their trust in his older sister who was coming for their magazine launch. And guess what? They were disappointed. Vain is the help of man. Our help only comes from God.

6. Crazy faith: 

This theme is SO prominent! Mike Bamiloye displayed it. Mummy Gloria? Ahhhh, Her faith was more than crazy, it is jaw breaking! Who could ever take such a risk, except your faith is solidified in God? The decision she made defied all reasons, but she believed God.

The drama ministers who quit their jobs to follow The Train to Kano, also displayed this. They left their sources of income, not knowing what would become of them later, and followed God's instructions. They did not draw back. They believed the One who has called them, that he was able to fulfil all he has promised and bring it to pass. 

It is indeed a story of crazy faith!

7. Refusal to be wise in your own eyes: 

The elderly woman who counselled him at some point in the movie, already emphasised this point to him. Glory to God! He took to the advice.

Never did he try to think he could do things out of his own wisdom. And even when he thought all he needed to do God's work was information, his wife; Gloria Bamiloye reminded him that he needs Revelation and not Information. 

Have you been wise in your own eyes? Trying to do things according to your human wisdom? Why not seek God for revelation, rather than struggle for information. 

8. Prayer and Study life: 

As a believer, you can't afford to joke with your Prayer and Study life. You just can't do without it, that is your reservoir to draw strength from. Prayer changes things! This was evidently displayed in this movie. I have never seen the like, I tell you. 

A drama ministration that was only granted 15 minutes was extended to 2 hours; enabling them to minster to the end as earlier proposed. Gloria Bamiloye was also very intentional, as she prayed for the ministry fervently, even while they travelled to Kano for a ministration. 

Don't joke with your Prayer and Bible study life. Don't!

9. Godly counsel: 

This really helped Evangelist Mike Bamiloye, as he received a whole lot of godly counsel while walking the faith. And these counsels helped him in various junctions of decision making.

Starting from his older sister who believed in him, the pastor and old woman who gave him timeless words, Gloria Bamiloye, who played a major role in giving godly counsels needed per time. All these counsel helped anchor the Evangelist and the Mount Zion Ministry. Wisdom indeed, is the principal thing! 

10. Sincerity: 

Evangelist Mike Bamiloye displayed great sincerity.  When he proposed to those sisters, he did not do it deceitfully, nor did he try to play games with them. 

Also, when addressing the Drama Ministers, he did not pretend to know it all. Like it was said in the movie, when he was addressing the Drama ministers, "I do not know your future, neither do I know the future of this ministry. But I know God and He knows the future". May God help us to be sincere!

11. Perseverance:

Perseverance was prominent in this journey of faith and love for God. He persevered against all odds and stood firmly by the word of God, even when people tried to discourage Him. He did not give up, neither did he lose trust in the promises of God. He held unto God's word till the very end.

Mummy Gloria also displayed this, as she was resilient in her decision. She made up her mind to follow God's leading and nothing could dissuade her; not even her own family.

12. Marriage:

Hmmm Marriage! The theme of Marriage is very key here, as its relationship with the purpose of a man was emphasised.

When Mummy Gloria accepted to marry Evangelist Mike, he prayed and said "Today is the beginning of Mount Zion." That was so profound! He connected the beginning of their relationship to the beginning of the Ministry.

Remember also, when the old woman was counselling him about a marital partner; she mentioned a key thing which was that, he would need a very strong woman of faith to accompany him on this journey of destiny. And indeed, that was revealed in the life of Mummy Gloria.

She is indeed a woman of substance! A woman that understands the mind of God and does not waver from his will. A woman of strong faith and deep resolve! Kai, A virtuous woman who can find, indeed!

Don't take your marital life with levity. Take it very seriously, it has a whole lot to do with your destiny.

13. God's Faithfulness:

Yeah, I would be rounding off with this theme. God is faithful! We all have seen it! And we can't argue with results, right? 

If God gives you an instruction, trust him. He is very intentional, he never makes mistakes. He is not a liar, and he does not forget our labours of love. Hold on to his promises and you would find him faithful indeed.

So, with this, I encourage you to watch this Journey of Faith in form of a movie. It is a movie that would change your life and perspective as a believer. It would strengthen your faith, and anchor you right, if you take to the timeless lessons therein.

You would find the movie on Damilola Mike-bamiloye's YouTube page.

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I call you blessed.