AIM THE HEART, THEN THE CAMERA

ONLINE COURSE ONE

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Aim the Heart
Then the Camera

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Explore the first Heart of the Filmmaker online course through the chapter overviews and breakdowns below.

Course 101: Aim the heart, then the camera

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God Knows Where All the Forklifts Are

You’ll learn why God’s favor is a filmmaker’s greatest “asset.” His favor is bigger than budget, gear, or connections. This lesson trains you to seek the Lord first, trusting Him to provide what you can’t manufacture on your own.

Powered By the Gospel

You’ll learn how the Gospel isn’t just a message you believe—it’s the engine that drives every story you will ever tell. This lesson re-centers your art around Jesus so your work flows from redemption, not just inspiration.

The Hand In the Glove

You’ll learn what it actually looks like to create with the Holy Spirit’s power instead of your own strength. This lesson replaces “mystical hype” with disciplined dependence—walking by the Spirit in real life and real filmmaking.

Spirit-led & Surrendered

You’ll learn how surrender is the doorway to Spirit-led direction—on set and off. This lesson calls you to live “yes-ready,” letting God shape your steps like a Master Director shaping a scene.

The Cross Before the Credits

You’ll learn to let God audit your motives—because the heart behind your work matters as much as the work itself. This lesson puts the Cross in front of the spotlight, training you to daily deny self and keep Jesus first.

Chasing the Right Glory

You’ll learn how to pursue excellence without becoming addicted to applause. This lesson helps you trade short-term approval for eternal reward—storing treasure in heaven, not chasing claps on earth.

When God Says "No" To You

You’ll learn how to obey God in both directions: stepping forward when He says “go,” and stepping aside when He says “move.” This lesson strengthens your heart to trust God’s “no” without losing your peace—or His call on your life.

Glorifying God Through Film, Part 1

You’ll learn the first set of “God-glorifying” commitments that turn filmmaking into ministry, not just production. This lesson focuses on who you’re becoming while you create, as well as how to keep Jesus first in every decision.

Glorifying God Through Film, Part 2

You’ll learn how a God-honoring set culture is built: excellence with love, truth protected, and people treated like image-bearers. This lesson gets practical about integrity, unity, and leadership that serves instead of uses.

Glorifying God Through Film, Part 3

You’ll learn how to steward influence, handle success, and finish well without drifting into ego. This lesson anchors your process and results back in God’s hands—so the work points to Christ, not the filmmaker.

learn from real on-set experiences and key life lessons

Alex Kendrick

Alex Kendrick is a passionate writer, actor, and director who loves to inspire audiences with stories that reveal God’s faithfulness. He co-wrote and directed the movies OVERCOMER, WAR ROOM, COURAGEOUS, FIREPROOF, FACING THE GIANTS, and FLYWHEEL. Their newest film, THE FORGE, was released . . .

Stephen Kendrick

Stephen Kendrick is passionate about investing in the next generation of Christian filmmakers. He co-wrote and produced the movies THE FORGE, WAR ROOM, COURAGEOUS, FIREPROOF, OVERCOMER, and FACING THE GIANTS; and co-authored the books Devoted to . . .

Ed Grifenhagen

As a pastor, Ed Grifenhagen has utilized Christian films for years to impact people with the Gospel. He has provided spiritual guidance and pastoral care for hundreds of cast and crew members on multiple Christian film sets. Ed is passionate about championing a Christ-centered vision in filmmaking by equipping and inspiring the next generation of filmmakers.

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"This course gives more than filmmaking tools - it provides a solid spiritual foundation for art. It helps filmmakers communicate truth through our work and carry these principles into every part of our lives."
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"This course gives more than filmmaking tools - it provides a solid spiritual foundation for art. It helps filmmakers communicate truth through our work and carry these principles into every part of our lives."
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Take Your Filmmaking Journey Deeper
…To the Heart Level

Alex Kendrick

Alex Kendrick is a passionate writer, actor, and director who loves to inspire audiences with stories that reveal God’s faithfulness. He co-wrote and directed the movies OVERCOMER, WAR ROOM, COURAGEOUS, FIREPROOF, FACING THE GIANTS, and FLYWHEEL. Their newest film, THE FORGE, was released internationally by Sony Pictures on August 23, 2024. Along with his brother Stephen, Alex co-wrote the New York Times bestselling books The Love Dare, The Resolution for Men, and The Battle Plan for Prayer and the new discipleship tool DEVOTED TO JESUS. He has been interviewed on “Fox & Friends,” CNN, and ABC World News Tonight. Alex and his wife, Christina, have six children and live in Albany, Ga.

Stephen Kendrick

Stephen Kendrick is passionate about investing in the next generation of Christian filmmakers. He co-wrote and produced the movies THE FORGE, WAR ROOM, COURAGEOUS, FIREPROOF, OVERCOMER, and FACING THE GIANTS; and co-authored the books Devoted to Jesus, and the NY Times bestsellers The Love Dare, The Resolution for Men, and The Battle Plan for Prayer. He has dedicated his life to serving Jesus Christ and making His truth and love known among the nations. Stephen and his wife Jill have six children and live in Albany, Georgia.