‘Zero A.D.’ Brings Nativity to Life Through a Story of Faith and Sacrificial Love

‘Zero A.D.’ Brings Nativity to Life Through a Story of Faith and Sacrificial Love

Director Alejandro Monteverde, best known for “Sound of Freedom,” is bringing the Nativity to the big screen this Christmas season with “Zero A.D.: The Birth of Christ,” a biblical epic highlighting the courage and faith behind the birth of Jesus. Distributed by Angel Studios, the drama-thriller opens in theaters Dec. 11 and depicts Mary and Joseph’s struggle to protect the newborn Messiah amid political turmoil.
  • Forrest Frank Announces New Album ‘The Jesus Generation,’ 2027 Concert Film
    Dove Award-winning Christian artist Forrest Frank is expanding his "Jesus Generation" movement with a new album and a forthcoming theatrical film, following a sold-out summer tour that drew tens of thousands of fans to arenas and stadiums across the country. The singer announced that his latest album will arrive Dec. 4 and feature collaborations with Lecrae, KB, Michael W. Smith, JVKE, ZVC and Elevation Rhythm.
  • Christian Rapper Hulvey Cancels Amsterdam Concert to Protect Young Fans From Sexually Explicit Displays
    Christian hip-hop artist Hulvey canceled a sold-out concert in Amsterdam just an hour before he was scheduled to perform, citing sexually explicit images and objects displayed inside the venue that he said were inappropriate for his audience, particularly young children. The rapper said he made the decision after learning that venue officials would not fully cover the graphic material, despite requests from his team.

2026 Dove Awards Honor Phil Wickham, Josiah Queen and Other Christian Music Standouts

Christian artists gathered at Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena for the 57th annual GMA Dove Awards, held under the theme “Together For One,” drawn from Colossians 3:14. The event brought together artists from worship, gospel, contemporary Christian, country and other genres, celebrating both their musical achievements and the Christian faith at the heart of the ceremony.
  • Darlene Zschech Says Church Is Entering “Revival Days Again” as New Worship Songs Emerge
    Veteran worship leader Darlene Zschech says she believes the Church is entering another season of spiritual revival, with a new generation of worship songs emerging alongside it. The Australian singer-songwriter, formerly associated with Hillsong, discussed the connection between worship and revival during an interview with Michael Foust on his “Crosswalk Talk” podcast.
  • Mel Gibson Says “Resurrection of the Christ” Will Use English, Nonlinear Storytelling
    Mel Gibson says “The Resurrection of the Christ,” the long-awaited sequel to his 2004 blockbuster “The Passion of the Christ,” will take a different approach from its predecessor by using English dialogue and a nonlinear narrative. Speaking earlier this month at Fan Expo Boston, Gibson told Collider that both installments of “Resurrection” were shot together in Rome.
  • Forrest Frank, JP Pokluda Lead Thousands in Salvation Response at Louisville Concert
    Forrest Frank laid bare the emptiness he said years of chasing the world left behind before pointing nearly 20,000 worshipers gathered at the KFC Yum! Center toward the only lasting answer: Jesus Christ. During the chart-topping Christian artist's arena concert on July 28, Frank openly recounted his search for fulfillment before Pastor Jonathan “JP” Pokluda delivered a Gospel message that culminated in an invitation to salvation.
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  • Conor McGregor Declares Confidence in God, Says He Will Attend Church After UFC Defeat

    Mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor vowed to attend church and expressed unwavering faith in God after his UFC comeback ended abruptly in a shocking, injury-forced loss to Max Holloway over the weekend. McGregor, 37, suffered an apparent knee injury just seconds into his welterweight bout against Holloway at UFC 329 on Saturday in Las Vegas, his first fight in five years.

  • Tim Tebow Enters Vertical Video Market With Faith-Based Microdramas

    Former NFL quarterback Tim Tebow is joining a new faith-based streaming initiative aimed at the fast-expanding vertical video market, as the venture prepares to launch short-form, family-friendly series for mobile viewers. Lighthouse Verticals said it has partnered with Studio316, a faith-centered content studio created by The Tebow Group and Snow Story Productions, to produce an initial lineup of original mini-episodes designed for smartphone viewing and focused on faith and family themes.

  • Skillet’s ‘Monster’ Becomes First Christian Song to Reach 1 Billion Spotify Streams

    Christian rock band Skillet is celebrating a major career milestone while preparing to launch new music and a nationwide anniversary tour. The band announced that its new single, “Scream,” will be released on July 10, the same day it begins its Comatose: 20 Years, Still Screaming Tour, a headlining fall tour produced by Live Nation.

  • Forrest Frank’s ‘Jesus Generation’ Tour Draws 25,000 in Nashville

    Forrest Frank transformed Nashville’s GEODIS Park into a massive worship gathering Friday night, drawing 25,000 fans for a nearly two-hour concert that featured his chart-topping pop hits, congregational worship and an invitation to a relationship with Jesus. The June 19 stop on Frank's headlining Jesus Generation Tour marked another milestone for the fast-rising Christian artist.

  • Brandon Lake Claims Top K-LOVE Fan Awards Honors, Wins Artist and Male Artist of the Year

    Contemporary Christian artist Brandon Lake emerged as one of the biggest winners at the 13th annual K-LOVE Fan Awards, taking home the event’s most prestigious accolades during the ceremony held May 24 at Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry House. The “Hard Fought Hallelujah” performer earned both Male Artist of the Year and the coveted Artist of the Year award.

  • ‘The Resurrection of the Christ’ Set for Two-Part Release Beginning in 2027

    Lionsgate has revealed release plans and debuted the first official images for “The Resurrection of the Christ,” the sequel to Mel Gibson’s 2004 film “The Passion of the Christ.” The studio confirmed that the upcoming biblical drama will be released as a two-part theatrical event beginning in 2027.

  • Hannah Harper Claims “American Idol” Title, Shares Worship Performance in Finale

    Hannah Harper is the newest winner of "American Idol," capping a season in which the Missouri mother-of-three openly shared her Christian faith, struggles with postpartum depression and passion for worship music with millions of viewers. The 26-year-old Willow Springs, Missouri, native was crowned the winner Monday night during the show’s three-hour finale.

  • Faith Night on ‘American Idol’ Highlights Worship, Bold Declarations of Jesus Christ

    The name of Jesus was boldly proclaimed from the stage of "American Idol" on Monday night, as the long-running competition show leaned fully into its second annual “Songs of Faith” night. The live broadcast, timed ahead of Easter, featured the Top 14 contestants performing songs centered on faith and was marked by prayer, gospel music and repeated references to Jesus before a national audience.
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