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Everyone feels like they need to be rescued now and then. The appeal of “Rescue” reminds us that no matter what we have done or how broken we may feel, God will continue to come after us and love us with his redeeming, unconditional love. She wanted a song that conveyed how God is always…

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Christian leaders are warning of the dangers of witchcraft after Disney star Vanessa Hudgens announced a new unscripted movie about her “spiritual witchcraft journey,” as she has been outspoken about her communication with the dead for some time now. Titled “Dead Hot: Season Of The Witch,” Hudgens can be seen alongside her friend and musician…

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A veteran catcher who has helped propel Philadelphia to its first World Series since 2009 is a husband and father who says his Christian faith is the No. 1 priority in his life. J.T. Realmuto batted 2-for-4 and scored a run Sunday as the Phillies defeated San Diego 4-3, clinching the National League Championship Series…

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The Washington Commanders scored a 12-7 win over the Chicago Bears while playing two weeks ago, but the big story centered on Brian Robinson, Jr., who scored the game-winning touchdown. Fans would have commended Robinson’s powerful showing for his team on a typical night, but this was an especially notable moment because it was Robinson’s first…

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Actor and comedian, Leslie Jordan tragically passed away in a car accident in Los Angeles, just a day after posting a video to his Instagram of him singing a Christian hymn. Jordan, a devout Southern Baptist, experienced an unknown medical emergency while driving, which resulted in the fatal car crash. His death was confirmed by…

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Several faith-based films are available for Christian audiences to enjoy this fall. Offerings abound this season, and movie lovers can enjoy everything from a story about a rock star to one about a saint to a film about American freedom. In recent years, Americans’ appetite for faith-based content has grown. For example, the film “I…

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The trailer for the upcoming faith-based documentary about Johnny Cash has launched, depicting friends, family and Cash himself discussing his career. Johnny Cash: The Redemption of an American Icon will release in theaters for only three nights: December 5, 6 and 7. Fathom is distributing it. Kingdom Story Company, the same company that produced I Can Only…

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LA Chargers kicker Dustin Hopkins had a lot to be thankful for after his team’s 19-16 victory in overtime against the Denver Broncos. Hopkins ended up scoring 13 of the team’s 19 points, including the game-winning 35-yard field goal in overtime. Hopkins was able to power through the game despite an early injury. He stated…

Working on a faith-based project didn’t initially sound appealing to Yoshi Barrigas — the actor portraying the disciple Philip in “The Chosen” — but a chance, perhaps divine, encounter with pop star Justin Bieber helped change his perspective. Sitting in a black, folding director’s chair in Midlothian, Texas, Barrigas recalled his “serendipitous” meeting with Bieber as…

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Further details have emerged after news first broke out that “American Idol” runner-up, Willie Spence, had died in a car accident on Tuesday at 23. Spence had competed in season 19 of the show at the age of 21, making it all the way to the finals before losing to Chayce Beckham in the final…

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