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Notre Dame quarterback Riley Leonard credited his faith in Jesus for helping him overcome challenges during a thrilling 27-24 comeback win over Penn State in the College Football Playoff semifinals. Leonard, who threw a game-tying 54-yard touchdown and led a late drive for the winning field goal, said he trusted God’s plan for the team and praised his teammates for their support, advancing Notre Dame to its first national championship game since 2013.

Filmmaker Mel Gibson confirmed on The Joe Rogan Experience that he is working on a sequel to The Passion of the Christ, titled The Resurrection of the Christ, set to begin filming in 2026. The film will explore the resurrection of Jesus within a cosmic battle of good and evil, incorporating gospel events and broader spiritual themes, including the fall of the angels and realms like hell, while emphasizing the historical and spiritual truth of the Bible.

Pastors and Christian ministries are mobilizing to provide relief for those affected by the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles, California. Pastor Chad Veach of Zoe Church is offering spiritual guidance while partnering with organizations like the Los Angeles Dream Center to distribute emergency supplies. Meanwhile, Pastor Greg Laurie of Harvest Church has established a relief fund and is calling for prayer, emphasizing the need for divine intervention as the fires continue to devastate the region

Wildfires driven by hurricane-like winds have devastated the Los Angeles area, claiming at least ten lives, leaving 200,000 without power, and forcing 30,000 evacuations. Despite over 14,000 personnel and federal assistance, the fires remain largely uncontained, destroying thousands of structures and challenging firefighters due to gusts reaching 99 mph, while local residents and public figures like actor Steve Guttenberg rally to support evacuation efforts.