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What makes Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Last Supper' a timeless masterpiece?
What makes Leonardo da Vinci's 'The Last Supper' a timeless masterpiece?

Imagine how groundbreaking it would have been when first viewed by Christian believers who had never before witnessed images of the people, places, or scenes described in the Bible.

How the Bible has influenced pop lyrics
How the Bible has influenced pop lyrics

Quotations from the Bible have often popped up in popular music through the decades. This is the story ...

Four misunderstood works of classic literature with deep Christian meaning that are great for book clubs
Four misunderstood works of classic literature with deep Christian meaning that are great for book clubs

These books are great food for thought for the thinking Christian, and excellent subjects of discussion for a book club.

Russell Brand and 'Chosen' star Jonathan Roumie discuss Jesus
Russell Brand and 'Chosen' star Jonathan Roumie discuss Jesus

Russell Brand invited Jonathan Roumie onto a recent episode of his Locals podcast to talk about portraying Jesus in hit Christian TV show The Chosen.

Kevin Costner helms new Western epic telling story of faith on the frontier
Kevin Costner helms new Western epic telling story of faith on the frontier

"Faith is what guided people out there to the unknown."

I'd like to meet Jesus, says actor Paul Rudd
I'd like to meet Jesus, says actor Paul Rudd

Ant-Man star Paul Rudd has confessed he would most like to meet Jesus if given the chance.

'The Chosen' reaches No. 1 on Apple TV app store as Season 4 debuts
'The Chosen' reaches No. 1 on Apple TV app store as Season 4 debuts

The widely acclaimed streaming series 'The Chosen' has achieved another milestone, climbing to the No. 1 spot in the Apple TV App Store during the first week of June, coinciding with the release of the first episode of its much-anticipated fourth season.

Mandisa's cause of death revealed
Mandisa's cause of death revealed

Christian singer Mandisa died of complications arising from class III obesity, the official autopsy into her death has revealed.

\'The Chosen\' releases season four, parts ways with Angel Studios
'The Chosen' releases season four, parts ways with Angel Studios

Series creator Dallas Jenkins told RNS The Chosen LLC and Angel Studios had 'different ideas of how to interpret both the contract and what's going to sustain us in our future.'

Russell Brand says first month as a Christian has been 'beautiful'
Russell Brand says first month as a Christian has been 'beautiful'

Brand said he was "learning" a lot and still had so much more to learn but that the journey so far had been "beautiful".

Elvis Presley's Bible with handwritten notes to be auctioned
Elvis Presley's Bible with handwritten notes to be auctioned

The Bible is filled with bookmarked and underlined passages that held special meaning for the 'Blue Suede Shoes' singer.

Blac Chyna won't do work that doesn't align with Bible after getting baptised and quitting OnlyFans
Blac Chyna won't do work that doesn't align with Bible after getting baptised and quitting OnlyFans

Blac Chyna says she will only take on work that aligns with her Christian faith after quitting OnlyFans and getting baptised.

Historic German church hosts worship service featuring Taylor Swift music
Historic German church hosts worship service featuring Taylor Swift music

A centuries-old church in Germany drew more than 1,200 people on Sunday for worship services featuring the music of Taylor Swift.

Five 'true story' films now streaming on Amazon Prime that you'll want to watch
Five 'true story' films now streaming on Amazon Prime that you'll want to watch

You might despair at the negativity and depravity in many modern films, but if you're already subscribed to a streaming service, there are hidden gems to be found in their vast databases, including big budget films that have a positive message and small, independent Christian films.

Welcome to Eurovision – a celebration of the decadent and profane
Welcome to Eurovision – a celebration of the decadent and profane

Until recently Eurovision was a jolly and undemanding evening, showcasing European solidarity. Good fun, all round! Fast forward to 2024, and a rather different picture emerges.

'Cancelled' Welsh hymns on mental illness and addiction resurrected by singer
'Cancelled' Welsh hymns on mental illness and addiction resurrected by singer

In a cultural revival that delves into the heart of Welsh heritage, folk singer Lleuwen Steffan has unearthed a trove of hymns that were once shunned by all-male committees, reportedly due to their candid exploration of issues such as mental health and addiction.