Brother Sun Sister Moon is a movie about the life of St. Francis of Assisi. It was released in 1972 and directed by Franco Zeffirelli. I normally don’t like to watch a movie more than once, but I have seen that one more than 30 times.
It’s full of awe-inspiring scenery, beautiful music by the artist Donovan, and heart-touching interaction. It shows how the young man Francis was totally broken by participating in the combat of the Crusades, yet finally found peace by encountering, listening to, following, and obeying Jesus.
Francis’ story is a thirteenth century demonstration of this first century event. When a religious man had Jesus as a dinner guest a rebellious woman came into the house. She went directly to Jesus’ feet and got busy in the brokenness of wetting them with her tears, washing them with her hair, kissing them, and pouring expensive perfume on them. Religion, too often like a formal meal, is entangled in proper etiquette, but a heart-to-heart relationship with Jesus is built on extreme brokenness and a lifetime of tender companionship with and obedience to the risen Christ.
Discipleship is to humbly come on board a never-ending relationship with Jesus, continually flowing with His friendship as you let Christ have the Headship and complete ownership of your life while you cruise in ongoing obedience to and daily companionship with Him. Always sail with the wind of His Spirit so your life can clearly demonstrate the glory of heavenly citizenship. That’s what Francis did!
Brother Sun Sister Moon is available on YouTube and on other streaming platforms. If you can use some hope, watch it as soon as you can!
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