FilmInk - Why the biblical principle of being equally yoked matters – whether you’re a person of faith or not
In this FilmInk op-ed, Damian Hempstead explores the deeper meaning behind the biblical principle of being “equally yoked” and why its message can resonate regardless of a person’s of faith or beliefs.
Drawing on the themes at the heart of his Tropfest 2026 shortlisted short film Out of Step, Damian considers what happens when two people deeply care for one another but ultimately find themselves moving in different directions. Beyond religion, the piece examines the importance of shared values, purpose and a common vision for the future in building a relationship capable of enduring.
At its heart, the article asks a universal question reflected throughout Out of Step: is love alone enough or does a lasting relationship require two people to also be walking in the same direction?
