Ep 10. After the Fall

After the Fall is the tenth episode of the first season of Amen. The show follows the life of a new pastor, Reverend Ruben Gregory, as he navigates the trials and tribulations of leading a church congregation in a rough neighborhood in Philadelphia. In this episode, Reverend Gregory faces a crisis of faith after a devastating loss.

The episode begins with Reverend Gregory in the hospital, praying for a young boy who was hit by a car while playing outside. Despite his prayers, the boy does not survive. This shakes Reverend Gregory's faith to its core, causing him to question the very existence of God.

His crisis of faith is exacerbated by his mother, who comes to visit him and expresses her disappointment in him for leaving his previous job as a lawyer to become a pastor. She tells him that he was never cut out for the job and that he should quit and return to practicing law.

Reverend Gregory begins to isolate himself from his friends and family, including his girlfriend Thelma, who urges him to seek help from a fellow pastor. He ultimately turns to his mentor, Reverend Bingham, for advice.

Reverend Bingham tells him the story of Samson, who also experienced a crisis of faith after losing his strength. However, Samson was able to regain his faith and his strength by turning back to God. Reverend Bingham encourages Reverend Gregory to do the same, reminding him that it's okay to question his faith but that he must ultimately trust God's plan.

Reverend Gregory takes his mentor's advice to heart and begins to pray and read the Bible more deeply. He also seeks solace in his congregation and finds comfort in their support and love.

The episode ends with Reverend Gregory preaching a powerful sermon about the importance of faith in the face of adversity. He encourages his congregation to trust in God's plan, even when they don't understand it. He also announces that he will be remaining as their pastor, promising to continue to guide and support them through their struggles.

After the Fall is a moving and thought-provoking episode that delves into the complex nature of faith and the power of community support. It showcases the challenges that pastors can face in their personal and professional lives and emphasizes the importance of perseverance and trusting in God's plan.