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Singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams, daughter of famed filmmaker J.J. Abrams, is speaking out against pornography, calling it “really dangerous.” In a recent interview with Cosmopolitan magazine, the 25-year-old artist criticized the pervasive influence of pornography, especially its impact on young people. Abrams warned that pornography is “not real” and “a performance,” emphasizing the harm it can…

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In the wake of the Kansas City Chiefs’ heartbreaking loss in Super Bowl LIX, Tavia Hunt, wife of team owner Clark Hunt, turned to faith and gratitude rather than despair. Taking to Instagram on Monday, she reminded fans that earthly victories are fleeting, but God’s presence provides everlasting joy. While expressing her heartbreak over the…

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British comedian and actor Russell Brand recently shared a powerful message of faith and redemption with British porn star Lily Phillips, urging her to recognize her intrinsic worth as a “child of God” and to see her body as a sacred temple. Brand, 49, who was baptized in 2024 following years of spiritual searching, sat…

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In the wake of an anti-semitic stunt by rapper Kanye West, a one-minute video response went viral on social media. The video seemed to feature several notable Jewish celebrities giving the middle finger to West, including Steven Spielberg, Jerry Seinfeld, Lenny Kravitz, Adam Sandler, and Scarlett Johansson. There is only one problem: it was a…

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Award-winning actor and comedian Tim Allen has been on a deeply personal faith journey, recently revealing that he has completed reading through and re-reading the entire Old Testament and has now begun the New Testament—a journey he describes as a “treasure.” “After nearly a year, I have finished the entire Old Testament, and the experience…

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Renowned astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson became the center of controversy after questioning why professional athletes often thank God for their victories but rarely blame Him for their defeats. His comment, posted on X, sparked a wave of responses from those who see faith as an integral part of sports and life. “Curious that talented athletes…

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During Super Bowl LIX, the faith-based campaign “He Gets Us” made an appearance with a compelling tale of strong images set to answer the question, “What is Greatness?” The commercial’s third consecutive appearance during the advertising blitz is consistent in appearance and criticism. Many people who claim to be Christ followers, and many others who…

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A new Carl’s Jr. commercial promoting a “free hangover burger” after the Super Bowl is under fire from a prominent parents advocacy group for its sexually suggestive imagery. The ad, featuring TikTok influencer Alix Earle, marks a return to the fast-food chain’s controversial past marketing strategies, which previously drew backlash for using sex appeal to…

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In an unexpected but powerful moment on The Pat McAfee Show, ESPN’s Pat McAfee paused his typically high-energy sports talk to ask Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston to lead a prayer. Winston, never one to shy away from his faith, immediately responded with a heartfelt supplication that turned a football conversation into a moment of…

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The Philadelphia Eagles soared to victory in Super Bowl LIX, defeating the Kansas City Chiefs 40-22. But for Eagles Head Coach Nick Sirianni and quarterback Jalen Hurts, the biggest victory wasn’t just about the scoreboard—it was about giving glory to God. As the confetti fell and the team hoisted the Lombardi Trophy, Sirianni’s first words…

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