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Anne Wilson says following Jesus in today’s culture often requires standing apart from the crowd — even when it comes with criticism, pressure or personal sacrifice. At just 24 years old, Wilson has quickly become one of the biggest names in contemporary Christian music. Her breakout hit “My Jesus” launched her into the spotlight and…

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The Black Crowes are drawing heavy backlash online after frontman Chris Robinson criticized fans during a recent concert in Tampa, Florida, after a patriotic chant broke out in the crowd. According to reports and videos circulating online, the moment began after a screen displayed the band’s mascot dressed as Uncle Sam. Members of the audience…

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Clint Black didn’t think he would live past 21. The country music star has written a new memoir, “Killin’ Time,” named after his triple-platinum 1989 debut album. The book explores the Grammy winner’s upbringing and how he rose to fame, selling more than 20 million records. Black’s early years were anything but joyful. In the…

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Jonathan Roumie is opening up about the emotional reality of preparing to say goodbye to the role that changed his life — portraying Jesus in The Chosen. Speaking with CBN News on the red carpet at the K-LOVE Fan Awards, Roumie admitted the approaching end of the series feels “extremely bittersweet.” “It’s been 8 years…

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Clint Lowery is boldly giving glory to God after wrapping up a successful tour with his rock band Sevendust, sharing a powerful testimony about faith, restoration and discovering that a relationship with Jesus brought him the fulfillment he spent years searching for in fame and success. In a heartfelt Instagram post, the 54-year-old guitarist reflected…

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Christian music star Brandon Lake took home the biggest honors at the 13th annual K-LOVE Fan Awards and used his moment in the spotlight to challenge believers to boldly carry the Gospel beyond church walls and into a culture hungry for truth. The 35-year-old singer won both Male Artist of the Year and the night’s…

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Kirk Cameron is yet another celebrity who has fled California in pursuit of more conservative policies. It was a big change for Cameron, who was born and raised in California, and raised his own family in the Golden State. That all changed in 2024, however, when Cameron and his family, including his six children, decided…

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Veteran actor Sam Elliott believes one reason audiences are embracing Taylor Sheridan’s hit series Landman is that people are desperate for a break from the chaos of everyday life. In a recent interview with Variety, the 81-year-old Hollywood icon reflected on the surprising popularity of the series and suggested viewers are looking for stories that…

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A Washington Nationals executive is facing backlash after an undercover video surfaced, appearing to show him admitting the organization avoids featuring a Christian player on social media because of the athlete’s outspoken religious beliefs. The footage, released by activist journalist James O’Keefe and the Citizen Journalism Foundation, allegedly shows Washington Nationals Director of Community Relations…

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Lauren Daigle is opening up about the pressure she has faced in the music industry and why she has never been willing to walk away from her Christian faith — even when mainstream success came calling. During an interview at the 13th Annual K-LOVE Fan Awards, Daigle recalled a memorable conversation with a music executive…

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