Christian Entertainment News

Prominent Detroit Minister and Grammy Award-winning singer the Rev. Marvin Winans has expressed disappointment after being beaten and robbed by several young men this week, saying young people, if not raised right, will have no sense of honor and respect.

Action star Jackie Chan has announced that he will retire from the entertainment industry. Chan also stated that he feels the world is "too violent right now. It's a dilemma— I love fighting. I like action, but I don't like violence."

The Christian Post recently spoke with Christopher Michael, who stars in the new movie "Hardflip." Michael has had a lot of experience in the acting business, but this marks the first time that he has played a homeless man.

With summer fashions seemingly getting skimpier every season, some men may be finding it increasingly challenging to control wandering eyes and lustful thoughts -- at least that's what one minister has confessed.

World champion boxer Manny Pacquiao has denied ever referencing a Bible passage that says homosexuality is punishable by death after the erroneous attribution stirred a flurry of criticism and even had the boxer's sponsors worried.

Josh Hamilton of the Texas Rangers decided to turn a battle with addiction around this season after recently breaking records in the MLB, a feat he says was only possible with the grace of God.

Jeremy Lin, the New York Knicks point guard who rose to fame after breaking records and being vocal about his Christianity earlier this year, surprised some when rumors circulated that he spent last Thursday club hopping and drinking alcoholic beverages with women.

Country pop star Carrie Underwood, famous for her hit 2005 Christian song "Jesus, Take the Wheel," has opened up about her faith in an interview in the upcoming June issue of Glamour magazine. The OWN Network is also set to air an interview between Oprah Winfrey and Underwood and her husband.

A new record was broken in the tennis world Saturday, with a high-speed serve that was almost as fast as the world's fasted car.

Former Alicia Keys back-up singer and The Voice winner Jermaine Paul has sealed for himself America's vote, a recording contract with Universal Republic, and a $100,000 prize.

Tim Tebow may be the Christian athlete on the New York Jets who makes the most headlines, but coach Rex Ryan has another faithful athlete on his team who has a story and a faith that may rival the 24-year-old superstar.

Conversations exchanged on Twitter have hinted to followers that Colton Dixon may collaborate with artists Melinda Doolittle, Tricia Baumhardt of Super Chick, and Leeland Mooring in the near future. What do they all have in common? They wear the love and testimony of Christ on their sleeves and they're excellent musicians!

Colton Dixon has written 10 songs since he landed in Los Angeles to start the creative writing process for his upcoming record. According to Dixon's recent Twitter updates, he has been in the studio writing together with Lifehouse (the band who penned "Everything") and David Hodges (former Evanescence songwriter).

ABC has cancelled its freshman series with the controversial title "GCB," which some believed mocked Christians, as it failed to attract enough viewership.

Manny Pacquiao, Christian Filipino boxer and congressman, has reportedly disagreed with President Barack Obama's support of redefining marriage to include same-sex couples, and has insisted people should always put God's word first.

Breakout NBA star Jeremy Lin has admitted that he was not ready for the fame and glory that would come following his rise from the bench to pivotal player on the New York Knicks teams.

Christian metal band Love and Death formed by Brian "Head" Welch, formerly with Korn (before he converted to Christianity), has released a music video for the song "Chemicals." The video premiered on the band's official VEVO channel May 6, 2012.

Popular contemporary pop Christian band Anthem Lights is set to introduce its newest member early next week.

Leeland Mooring, frontman of progressive worship band LEELAND, is embarking on a mission to help end world poverty! He has made a personal commitment to run the Ironman Austin 70.3 race with FH World Sports, an organization that brings together and aids athletes to raise funds to serve the poor.

Jeremy Lin, New York Knicks starting point guard, said he is happy that the public has lost interest in him since an injury contributed to his season ending in March. After the New York Knicks were unable to advance to the second round of the playoffs, Lin spoke about his future with the team since he has the ability to explore other options as a restricted free agent on July 1.