The kids leave the church and hike over to Poerio Park behind Bose School where PK begins the story of the Pilgrim's Progress explaining that he is the main character, "Christian" and that they (the kids) are his conscience telling him which way to go and what to do throughout his journey. The kids are given a map of the path showing them which way to go and listing the dangers along the way. They are given one instruction: Don't leave the path marked on the map!
"Evangelist" shows up giving Christian a Bible with instructions on how to get to the Celestial City and escape the City of Destruction. He tells him that if he will stay on the path, the heavy burden he carries will be removed and he will be given opportunity to rescue others as well.
Another resident of the City of Destruction decides to join Christian, but not without fear and doubt.
Soon "Spineless" gives up and turns back against the better judgment of "Christian's" many voices of reason and he finds himself alone (with his consciences).
The Burden grows heavy!
But then "Christian" comes to the "Salvation Grove" where a "Shining One" meets him at the foot of the Cross. "Christian repents and his burden falls off.
He is given new white clothes to wear and a sealed certificate to show at the gates of the Celestial City.
Newly armed with the [lightsaber] of the Spirit, "Christian" skips joyfully on his way, celebrating his newfound freedom!
But soon he is confronted by a fierce Giant who threatens to take him to the Castle of Doubt!
Christian resists, listening to his conscience and the Word of God.
The Giant taunts him to despair as he passes.
Soon, Christian comes upon the Path of Humility, a narrow and daunting path, not as easy to follow as the wide path, but again his conscience(s) lead the way.
Unfortunately, just because it is the right path does not mean that it is not fraught with danger.
Soon "Christian" finds himself passing through the Valley of the Shadow of Death and is confronted by Apolyon, a powerful demonic spirit.
But using the [Light]Sword of the Spirit in an EPIC choreographed battle, "Christian" vanquishes the force of darkness.
Of course, it is easier to get into the valley than out...
... but "Christian" finally makes it out. Unfortunately, he did not escape his confrontation with darkness unscathed.
"Evangelist" encourages "Christian" and prays for his healing.
"Christian" is refreshed and continues his Epic Journey!
Next, "Christian" meets "Talkative" who invites him to join her for fun at the city of Vanity Fair, tempting him with entertainments of every kind. The temptation nearly proves too great for some of "Christian's" advisers when "Talkative" lures them with REAL candy!
Having barely escaped this great temptation, Christian comes upon a fellow traveler. Christian witnesses to "Apostacy," informing him that not all roads lead to the Celestial City, and convinces him to join him on the right path.
Could that be the light of that glorious city at the end of the road...
... or rather another "Shining One?"
Not a "Shining One" at all, but rather a demon masquerading as an Angel of Light...
...and "Apostacy" is found without faith and no true salvation at the Cross!
Christian finishes his journey to the Celestial City alone...
...not counting his many little guides.
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