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Jerry B. Jenkins
In the mid-90s, the first installment of the series Left Behind, written by Tim LaHaye and Jerry B Jenkins, hit the shelves. It was a massive hit, selling millions of copies and inspiring several film adaptations. Now, Jenkins gets to watch that same kind of mania surround The Chosen, which is son, Dallas Jenkins, created…

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Award-winning Christian singer Natalie Grant is helping make history in Nashville — not just with her voice, but now as part of a groundbreaking new project: the Museum of Christian & Gospel Music. Opening October 3 in downtown Nashville just steps from the iconic Ryman Auditorium, the museum will celebrate the rich legacy of Christian…

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Nearly 70 years after Leave It to Beaver first aired, Jerry Mathers—who played the beloved Theodore “Beaver” Cleaver—is still overwhelmed by the enduring love fans have for the iconic show. The 77-year-old actor recently reunited with surviving cast members at The Hollywood Show in Burbank, California, and reflected on the impact the wholesome sitcom continues…

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When Messiah University’s baseball team started their 2024 season with a disheartening 1-6 record, things looked bleak. But what followed wasn’t just a turnaround—it was a testimony. Rather than focus harder on strategy and stats, the Division III Falcons made a radical decision: stop caring about winning and start playing for Christ. “It stopped becoming…

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Ronnie Winter, lead singer of the alternative rock band The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, is facing backlash after declaring that supporters of former President Donald Trump are permanently banned from his concerts—especially if they identify as Christians. In a video shared on the band’s official Instagram page Saturday, Winter issued a pointed message to fans: “If…

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Yankees pitching great Andy Pettitte has five World Series titles, a wall of trophies, and the admiration of fans across the nation. But when it comes to what truly matters, Pettitte says it’s not about baseball at all—it’s about Jesus Christ. The former MLB star recently opened up about his faith journey in an episode…

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Jonathan Isaac of the Orlando Magic is promoting the next line of activewear from his shoe company, Unitus. Isaac spoke of how his brand came into existence after an injury during 2020 left him unable to play basketball. “Back in 2020, I was signed to Nike and ended up tearing my ACL in the Bubble.…

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Candace Cameron Bure is ready to kick off the summer in style, sharing a picture of herself in a bikini which sent the internet abuzz with comments on her toned body. “Vacation mode: ON” declared Bure, 49, in a recent pic. Bure was wearing a summer hat and terracotta bikini top that showcased the mom…

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Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw is once again making headlines—not just for his pitching but also for quietly taking a stand rooted in his Christian faith. During Friday night’s game against the San Francisco Giants, which also marked the team’s 12th annual Pride Night, Kershaw was spotted wearing a Dodgers cap that featured a…

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Saquon Barkley wasn’t going to turn down the chance to be the Madden NFL 26 cover star. When he got the invite, he stayed focused on how many people would love to be in his shoes — not the so-called “Madden curse.” “I know so many people, so many kids that … would love to…

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