God contacts Congressman Evan Baxter and instructs him to build an ark in preparation for a great flood. Evan's family doubts him at first, but as strange events occur and animals start following him, they realize something greater is happening. With the support of his sons, Evan builds the ark and gains international attention. However, when a rainstorm turns out to be insignificant, Evan's wife leaves him. As investigations unfold, Evan learns that changing the world starts with Acts of Random Kindness.
Bruce Almighty is the story of Bruce Nolan, a news reporter who is unhappy with his life. He is given the chance to have all of God's powers and uses them in selfish ways, causing chaos. He realizes the error of his ways and learns the importance of selflessness and love.