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After 30 years, the popular “Skit Guys” Christian comedy ministry is no more. The announcement was shared on skitguys.com, through a message from co-founder, Tommy Woodard. The message highlighted that the ministry, started by Woodard and Eddie James, would be transitioning to the 231 Collective, which will, according to the site, “cultivate stories that transform…

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Christian singer Kirbi, a 24-year-old from Florence, Alabama, wowed the judges and audience alike on a recent episode of The Voice with her emotional performance of “Hard Fought Hallelujah,” a song by Brandon Lake and Jelly Roll that celebrates redemption and faith through life’s struggles. Performing for Team Niall, Kirbi—whose real name is Savanna Kirby—secured…

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San Francisco 49ers quarterback Brock Purdy is once again using his platform to share his faith—this time with his feet. During a recent game against the Carolina Panthers, Purdy took part in the NFL’s “My Cause My Cleats” initiative by wearing custom-designed cleats promoting Samaritan’s Purse, the Christian humanitarian organization led by Rev. Franklin Graham.…

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Christian rock band Skillet is making headlines with their powerful new release — a rock-inspired version of “O Come, O Come Emmanuel.” While the song has received widespread praise, it’s also faced unexpected backlash, with some critics labeling the track “demonic.” Lead singer John Cooper isn’t staying silent about it. In an interview with CBN…

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Spoiler Warning: This discusses pivotal plot points Wicked: For Good is finally out, and it looks like it’s bringing in some much needed box office life after a middling year of duds and flops. Yet, while the film is on its way to be one of this year’s biggest hits, many Christian parents find themselves…

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Shedeur Sanders is giving all the glory to God after making NFL history in his first professional start. The 23-year-old quarterback led the Cleveland Browns to a 24–10 victory over the Las Vegas Raiders on Sunday, becoming the first Browns QB since 1995 to win his debut start — and he made sure to give…

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Melissa Gilbert, best known for her role as Laura Ingalls Wilder on Little House on the Prairie, is looking back at her childhood on the beloved TV series with new eyes — and new emotions. The 61-year-old actress recently took to Instagram to share a candid reflection that was sparked by journalist Megyn Kelly’s controversial…

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When a man named Buku found himself stranded on the side of the road, frustrated and alone, he had no idea that one of the world’s biggest pop stars would soon pull over to help—and offer a prayer that would change his day. In a now-viral TikTok video, Buku recorded himself venting about his struggles…

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Georgia quarterback Gunner Stockton is having the kind of season most college athletes dream of, but if you ask him what’s fueling his on-field success, he won’t start with football. He’ll start with faith. In a recent interview with “I Am Athlete,” Stockton opened up about the spiritual foundation that keeps him grounded through pressure,…

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Jon Stewart is opening up about his struggles with belief in God, admitting during a recent Q&A segment that while he isn’t religious, he genuinely wishes he could be. The longtime host of “The Daily Show” shared candid reflections on doubt, Scripture, and the search for answers during an “After the Cut” special, posted on…

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