All Famous Christians articles
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Opinion
Kate Forbes believes it’s “risky” to hide your faith. I think she’s right
Having recently interviewed Kate Forbes MSP on the challenges of working as a Christian politician, Tim Farron MP says the political sphere needs voices of faith more than ever
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Opinion
Ezra Collective’s Mercury win is no surprise. God put music in human hearts
Even in an increasingly secular age, music and faith are inextricably woven together, says Pete Moorey. We’re drawn to music with Christian roots because it offers a counter-cultural message of hope to those who may not otherwise be interested in coming to church
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Opinion
‘I wear black for the poor and beaten down’: The Christian faith of Johnny Cash
20 years on from the death of Country superstar Johnny Cash, Derek Walker takes a look at the complicated life, faith and struggles of the ‘Man in Black’
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Reviews
At Home With The Furys is a missed opportunity to explore the boxer’s Christian faith
Tyson Fury is a world champion boxer and an outspoken - if often controversial - Christian. So Tim Bechervaise was keen to see how his faith would be portrayed in the new Netflix docuseries that follows the family in the aftermath of Fury’s retirement from professional sport
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Opinion
‘I couldn’t resist the ringing intensity of Christ’ The Christian faith of Nick Cave
Once part of the “the most violent band in Britain”, Nick Cave has trodden an unlikely path back to his Christian roots. Embracing pain and doubt, the Australian rockstar says he has found refuge in the Church
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Opinion
Pelé (1940-2022): ‘God gave me the gift of knowing how to play football’
Earlier this week, thousands of Brazilians lined the streets for the funeral of footballing legend, Pelé. His traditional Catholic send-off reflected a life of faith in God, if not a life lived perfectly, says Emma Fowle
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Opinion
Bill Latham (1938-2022): The gifted communicator who brought Cliff Richard to faith
Best known as Cliff Richard’s right hand man, Bill Latham was a phenomenal Christian communicator who brought many into God’s kingdom says Gill Snow
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Opinion
'It was God who made me play like this' - the Christian faith of Lionel Messi
In the days since Argentina lifted the World Cup trophy, much has been made of the spirit of Maradona guiding Messi to victory. But what of the Spirit of God, and his own personal faith? asks Tim Bechervaise
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Opinion
From Messi to Neymar: 7 World Cup footballers with a Christian faith
The Ecuador team are not the only players praising Jesus in Qatar. Tim Bechervaise highlights the world’s top footballers who have made their Christian beliefs public
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Opinion
The Christian faith of Connor Benn
The son of boxing champ, Nigel, was sent to a ‘cult-like’ Christian school that led him to rebel against the faith that saved his dad. But as his fight with Chris Eubank Jr is postponed over a failed drugs test, where does he stand with God now?
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Opinion
‘I bear fruit and I share fruit; that’s just what we’re meant to do.’ Read Stormzy’s faith-filled speech to students
Stormzy has been awarded an honorary degree by the University of Exeter. In his acceptance speech, the rapper encouraged students to use their God-given talents to benefit those around them. Here’s the full transcript
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Opinion
Gracious in defeat: the Christian faith of Lewis Hamilton
The F1 superstar handled defeat with grace and perspective, says Tim Bechervaise. As Christians, we can all learn lessons from that
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Opinion
The Christian faith of Michael Bublé
Michael Bublé has invested in and publicly endorsed Christian app Glorify. But what do we know of his relationship with Jesus?
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Reviews
Another In the Fire: The meaning behind the worship song that's getting Chris Pratt through
Actor Chris Pratt recently took to Instagram to thank God for helping him through tough times, saying the Hillsong United anthem had deeply impacted him. But what was the inspiration behind the song? Music journalist Tony Cummings explores
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What the Bieber’s marriage podcast teaches us about the importance of Christian community
They may be mega stars, but Justin and Hailey Bieber need the support of their church family as much as the next couple, says Philippa Hanna
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Archive content
Fighting with faith: We meet the boxers who claim God is on their side
World boxing champions Alexander Usyk and Tyson Fury are both Christians. But does believing God is on your side give you an edge in the ring?