Crosswalk Talk: Celebrity Christian Interviews

Legendary actor Dennis Quaid is calling his new gospel album an “autobiographical” record, saying it tells the story of a man who was searching for purpose until he filled his “God-sized hole” through his Christian faith. Fallen: A Gospel Record for Sinners is Quaid’s debut gospel album and includes seven hymns/classics and five original songs. His faith, he said, has grown deeper as he’s grown older. “I lean on God. I talk to Him every day,” Quaid said. “...I talk to God about problems. …And gratitude for the blessings that I have. …It’s having somebody to talk to.” His new faith is filling the void in his life that drugs could not, he said. “And everybody has that -- they try to fill that with relationships or with drugs or with money or with whatever it is, you know, our heart’s desire,” he said. “...What we're really looking for is to fill that …God-sized hole.” Read the accompanying article: https://www.christianheadlines.com/contributors/michael-foust/dennis-quaid-faith-i-have-a-personal-relationship-with-jesus.html   Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Filmmaker and Duck Dynasty star Korie Robertson says the new movie about her father-in-law’s dramatic change is proof that redemption is possible for anyone. “No one's too far gone for the love of Jesus,” said Korie. “I think there's this narrative that people can't change – like, once you're one person, then that's who you are. But with Jesus, people really can change. Lives can change and turn around – totally. And marriages can be saved. Families can be changed. Generations can be changed forever.” Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Dove Award-winning singer Colton Dixon says his three-year-old twin daughters have helped deepen his faith and have helped him understand the love of God in a way he previously did not understand. His wife, Annie, gave birth to Ava Dior and Athens Elizabeth in 2020, and the girls turned three last August. “We're heirs to the throne, and He loves us unconditionally. I love my kids unconditionally,” said Dixon.  Listen to hear more! You can watch the accompanying video interview here. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Great American Family CEO Bill Abbott reflects on the genesis of the family-friendly platform and its mission to offer programming that promotes faith, family, and country. "We are just 100 percent focused and relentless about being a reliable destination that families can feel comfortable watching," he said. Watch the accompanying video here. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Luke Smallbone was nearly five when his parents -- David and Helen Smallbone -- traveled from Australia to the United States with big dreams but were forced to chase odd jobs when David's job fell through. The entire family pitched in to help by cleaning houses and mowing lawns, among other things. His parents, he said, refused to "give up on faith" or "give up on Jesus." Their story is retold in the upcoming movie Unsung Hero, which is scheduled to release in theaters on April 26. It stars Daisy Betts, Candace Cameron Bure, and Lucas Black. You can read the accompanying article here: https://www.christianheadlines.com/contributors/michael-foust/luke-smallbone-on-the-power-of-family-its-more-important-than-it-ever-has-been.html  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Actress Catherine Lidstone was hiking near her home in Los Angeles when she learned of an opportunity that, eventually, would make her face seen by millions. It was on that hike that she bumped into an actor friend who had just landed a role in a new Bible-based television series, The Chosen. At the time, she was filming a series on Fox, Proven Innocent, but the possibility of appearing in a faith-based project about Jesus piqued her interest. After all, it aligned with her Christian faith. It also would provide another job.  “He was like, ‘I have no idea where this is gonna go if it's gonna succeed or fail. It's a pilot… It's very low budget.’” The series has grown from a low-budget pilot to a multi-million-dollar global hit.  Read the accompanying story here: https://www.crosswalk.com/video/catherine-lidstone-of-the-chosen-on-faith-and-her-love-of-scripture.html Watch the YouTube video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-_uWfYNSEo  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

The non-profit Come and See Foundation has a goal of translating The Chosen into 600 languages, and CEO Stan Jantz recently spoke to Crosswalk Talk to update fans on its progress. From the villages of Madagascar to the cities of the Middle East, people around the world are hearing the hope and truth of the gospel through the hit series, Jantz said. “The gospel is a global gospel,” he said. “We're told in Scripture to make disciples of all nations.” Jantz also explained the other “pillars” of the Come and See Foundation, including its goal of ensuring the series remains free.  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Filmmaker Alejandro Monteverde is the director behind Cabrini, Sound of Freedom, Bella and Little Boy. Cabrini tells the story of an Italian woman who moved to New York City in the late 1800s and overcame racism and sexism to serve the poor and launch a hospital. The organization she founded launched hundreds of hospitals, orphanages and schools around the world. Watch the companion video and read Michael's article on Monteverde here: https://www.christianity.com/videos/video-features/cabrini-director-alejandro-monteverde-on-faith-and-filmmaking.html  Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Michael Foust recently sat down with actor Max Ehrich to discuss his movie 'Southern Gospel.' Ehrich, who plays the lead role in the film Southern Gospel, says his personal Christian faith grew during the project's filming and that he was even baptized on set. Listen to their faith-centered conversation here! Watch the Video Interview:  https://youtu.be/8DuYb14duWk?si=_A-K-sBahX3oprho  Read the Companion Article:  https://www.christianheadlines.com/contributors/michael-foust/max-ehrich-gets-baptized-on-set-of-new-film-southern-gospel-it-impacted-me.html  *Please note: This interview was originally conducted in February 2023. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.

Christian singer-songwriter Phil Wickham talks about his album, "I Believe" with Michael Foust in this exclusive interview.  Award-winning Christian music artist Phil Wickham shared that he witnessed "thousands and thousands" of people surrender their lives to Jesus Christ this past summer. According to CBN News, Wickham went on the nationwide Summer Worship Nights Tour with Grammy Award-winning artist Brandon Lake. In addition to their worship sets, both artists also made a call to salvation. "Every night, God really laid it on our heart, me and Brandon Lake, it just felt so obvious we were supposed to give people a chance to know Jesus," he told The Christian Post in a recent interview. "We just felt like that's what God was calling us to do, and every night we do a legit Gospel presentation," he added. "Then the lights go up (and) it has been crazy; thousands and thousands of people have lifted their hands, and the church (is) coming along them and praying for them." Additionally, Wickham and Lake encouraged the new converts to get themselves situated in a local church. Watch the Video Interview:  https://youtu.be/Gri3AycMBzs?si=bsfTwbOVk5RM-_qg  Read the Companion Article:  https://www.christianheadlines.com/contributors/milton-quintanilla/phil-wickham-reports-thousands-and-thousands-of-conversions-during-summer-tour.html  *Please note: This interview was originally conducted in September 2023. Discover more Christian podcasts at lifeaudio.com and inquire about advertising opportunities at lifeaudio.com/contact-us.