Treasure in Heaven: The John Tanner Story (2009)
He had great wealth but gave it all for something better.
As the director of such films as "The Touch of the Master's Hand", "Praise to the Man" and "Gordon B. Hinckley: A Giant Among Men", T.C. Christensen has touched the hearts of millions of Latter-day Saints with his exemplary filmmaking. Now he shares the incredible true story of a man who had everything he wanted, but discovered something greater in sacrificing all for the building of the Kingdom. "Treasure in Heaven" is the true story of John Tanner, a wealthy New York landowner and convert to the Church who in 1834 sold his properties to assist the Church. He freely gave all he had, giving us an example of generosity and consecration in serving the Lord.
Cast
- Colby Koch - Simeon Carter
- Matthew D. Maddox - John Tanner
- Nathan Mitchell - Joseph Smith
- Shauna Thompson - Elizabeth Tanner
- Jasen Wade - Jared Carter
Keywords
religious conversion, baptism, latter day saints, kirtland, ohio
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Treasure in Heaven: The John Tanner Story about?
- As the director of such films as "The Touch of the Master's Hand", "Praise to the Man" and "Gordon B. Hinckley: A Giant Among Men", T.C. Christensen has touched the hearts of millions of Latter-day Saints with his exemplary filmmaking. Now he shares the incredible true story of a man who had everything he wanted, but discovered something greater in sacrificing all for the building of the Kingdom. "Treasure in Heaven" is the true story of John Tanner, a wealthy New York landowner and convert to the Church who in 1834 sold his properties to assist the Church. He freely gave all he had, giving us an example of generosity and consecration in serving the Lord.
- Who directed Treasure in Heaven: The John Tanner Story?
- Treasure in Heaven: The John Tanner Story was directed by T.C. Christensen.
- Who stars in Treasure in Heaven: The John Tanner Story?
- Treasure in Heaven: The John Tanner Story stars Colby Koch, Matthew D. Maddox, Nathan Mitchell, Shauna Thompson, Jasen Wade.
- How long is Treasure in Heaven: The John Tanner Story?
- Treasure in Heaven: The John Tanner Story has a runtime of 20m (20 minutes).
- What genre is Treasure in Heaven: The John Tanner Story?
- Treasure in Heaven: The John Tanner Story is a History, Documentary, Family film.
- Where was Treasure in Heaven: The John Tanner Story produced?
- Treasure in Heaven: The John Tanner Story was produced in United States of America.