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Christian actress Jen Lilley, who stars on the NBC soap opera “Days of Our Lives,” recently announced that she’s leaving the show after years of playing a “manipulative” and “promiscuous” character, a role that taught her no one is too far beyond God’s reach. The 39-year-old devout Christian actress played the role of a troubled…

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Longtime “Big Brother” host Julie Chen Moonves is known for her successful television career, but she recently made headlines for another reason: her Christian faith. She recently released “But First, God: An Audio Memoir of Spiritual Discovery,” a project rooted in her faith discovery. She told CBN Digital, “When I finally found Jesus in 2018,…

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Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa recently had a tough outing against the Buffalo Bills. After a fast start to the season, Tagovailoa was 25-for-35 with 282 passing yards, a touchdown pass and an interception in the 48-20 loss. He was sacked four times. In the postgame conference, Tagovailoa was asked how his faith helped him…

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Angus Cloud’s mother, Lisa, recently opened up in an interview with People about the tragic loss of her son. Angus Cloud, best known for his breakout role in “Euphoria,” tragically passed away in July after an accidental overdose. He was only 25-years-old. In the interview, Lisa recounted the final moments she shared with Angus before…

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One of the NFL’s top rookie quarterbacks says he wants to use his talent to win games and spread the Gospel of Jesus. Houston’s C.J. Stroud won his first victory of his young pro career in a 27-17 win over Jacksonville, passing for 280 yards with two touchdowns and no interceptions. Through three games, the…

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It’s like being on Tinder, but it’s much worse. One of the U.K.’s most infamous dating shows was recently added to the Max streaming service, and it’s already stirring up problems. The streaming service quietly imported six seasons of “Naked Attraction,” a game show that promises to “start where a good date often ends: naked.”…

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An organization that advocated for a safe media environment for children warned parents about a Netflix series that depicts youth in sexual situations and pornographic imagery. The Parents and Television Media Council raised awareness about the Netflix series “Sex Education” since its first season in 2019. The series tells the tale of a socially awkward…

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While performing his concert at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville, Tennessee, country star Thomas Rhett was alerted to a situation in the crowd. A fan was suffering a medical emergency, triggering immediate concern from Rhett and his team. In a video shared on social media, you can see Rhett talking with those around him, eager to…

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Ronaldo Luis Nazario de Lima, more commonly referred to as just “Ronaldo” to soccer fans, took to his Instagram to announce that he had been baptized into the Catholic church at the age of 46. He noted that he felt fully regenerated on this “very special day.” “The Christian faith has always been a fundamental part of…

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He’s been a critical player in the entertainment industry for several decades, but actor Mark Wahlberg says his time in acting may be coming to an end. He said, “Well, I’m certainly working harder now than ever. Certain businesses, you kind of build them, pass them on, or you exit. Hopefully, my kids, we’ll see…

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