John H. Pendleton is a wealthy guy but he searching for happiness. Harry Redenbacher is a sad man who has lost faith in the world. Burdened by hardships and witnessing the suffering around him, he cries out to God for answers. The next day, Harry stumbles upon a credit card belonging to Pendleton. Seeing this as a sign, Harry begins using the card, not for himself but to help others in desperate need. Pendleton reports the stolen card, prompting an investigation led by the quirky, determined Detective Lou Kramer. Charges are brought against Harry. As his acts of kindness ripple through community, John learns about the lives his stolen money has touched. They finally tracks Harry down, he’s prepared for anger, prison. But after seeing those Harry helped and hearing their stories, he softens. Pendleton invites him to a private meeting, where they share their stories. Pendleton publicly forgives him and praises him for his good heart. Harry, humbled and emotional, asks Pendleton why he’s dropping the charges. "You robbed the wrong guy, Harry. I already am a giving person. All you did were good, unselfish and I respect that. You reminded me what it’s all about here." John then announces a partnership with Harry to create a foundation for those in need. The final scene features Harry and John standing on the steps of the newly opened foundation, with Harry saying, "I didn’t think I’d find hope in a credit card." Pendleton replies, "Sometimes, God works in mysterious ways."
Story added by jakubduda on December 16, 2024
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(Is A Poor Down On His Luck, Middle Aged Man Who Has Lost Faith In The World)
(A Wealthy Guy But He Searching For Happiness)
(Dedicated Social Worker At A Local Shelter Who Becomes An Ally Of Harry)
(Brother Who Encourages John To Look Deeper Into Harry’s Actions)
(A gruff, no-nonsense detective assigned to track down the thief)
(Roy’s Younger, Idealistic Partner, Who Admires Harry’s Motives)
(A quirky investigator pendleton hires, who inadvertently helps harry)
(John’s Loyal But Skeptical Lawyer And Best Friend)
(Harry’s Best Friend, Who Initially Tries To Talk Him Out Of Using The Card)
(Marty’s Tech Savvy Grandson Who Helps Harry Cover His Tracks Online)
(Single Mom Working 2 jobs, Struggling To Pay For Her Son’s Lifesaving Surgery)
(Homeless War Veteran, Receives Enough Money To Start Own Shop)
(Young Woman About To Lose Her Community Center For Kids)
(Optimistic Social Worker Who Works At A Shelter With Rose)
(Hardworking Father Who Works As A Mechanic)
(Struggling Priest Trying To Keep His Church Running)
