Russell Brand: Christian or New Ager? | Ep 994

Today, we dive into Russell Brand's recent baptism and conversion to Christianity and whether it is a reason for hope. Brand has faced public criticism due to his past anti-Christian opinions, sexual assault allegations, and his current use of tarot cards. We discuss what these things mean for the genuineness of his faith and whether Christians can dabble in new age practices to begin with. Plus, in her latest book, South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem (R) detailed a time she shot her dog dead in a gravel pit. We discuss this strange decision.

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Timecodes:
00:00 Intro
07:30 Russell Brand’s baptism
22:00 Past controversies
27:10 Shifting beliefs & tarot cards
44:19 Kristi Noem shot her dog
59:40 RFK Jr.'s abortion comments

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Ep 939 | Russell Brand’s Jesus Journey & the State of the Race | Guest: Ron Simmons

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[jackiewheeler]

He’s very very new to this. He’s always asking his listeners questions about Christianity. He’s still learning, let’s give him some grace and lovingly correct him.

[JillCee]

Russell is a very baby Christian. I thank God that most of us don’t have to figure out our salvation in the public eye. I pray for him to be transformed through the renewal of his mind. Let’s pray for him.

[elisabethdaswani]

I've seen so many Christians gossiping about Russell Brand's experience and it upsets me. As far as I'm concerned, we should be doing no more than rejoicing and praying. Perhaps it's different if he's in a leadership role but celebrities should not be considered leaders in the church just because they're public figures. It occurs to me that all these people making judgements don't actually know Russell Brand, know his heart, or even attend church with him for example. I'm so relieved to see you mention that he's still learning, as we all are, and I'm glad to see others in the comments section rejoicing <3

[melanieburns]

Allie Beth Stuckey, can you get Russell Brand on your show!? I think we would all love that.
And hopefully people would pray for him, rather than put him down, if they do have any criticisms

[Eds]

Just let the Holy Spirit do His work ya’ll

[TheMerFree]

If any of us sinners were able to repent, put our faith in Jesus as the Savior, and learn/grow in our walk with Him, so can Russell! Praise Jesus!

[erikawoods]

Yes Allie, I rejoice with Russell. May he have true faith and grow in the knowledge of the Lord, joy and peace.

[angiehc]

I'm new to you and to Christianity and I'm loving it! I just got baptized this past Sunday! Can you please share your nail color and brand? I love it... it's so natural and classy.

[KatieAnne]

GO RUSSELL! Let's all pray for him!

[OlgaSmirnova]

I love listening to Allie Beth, such a poised, articulated woman.

[JoyNoelle.]

I celebrate and am actually encouraged by Russell’s salvation. I have prayed for his salvation!!! Praying for Ben Shapiro too.

[donawyo]

Yes. He’s a baby Christian. He has a lot to learn. I’m so happy he joined the family.

[JRPLawyeress]

I know Russell Brand has been searching. I’ve been following him for a while. I’ll pray for him. He’s a different person than he was. Idk the genuineness of his faith. It’s not a publicity stunt. If he’s a baby Christian in the public eye, he needs prayer. If he’s not there yet, I’ll still pray for him. He’s someone I like and respect. I know a lot of my heart and thinking issues were way off as a new Christian, and we were blessed to come to faith at Grace Community Church in the 1980s, where John MacArthur was and is the senior pastor. We had solid Christians discipling us. So I’ll pray for Russell for spiritual growth and to get rid of anti biblical practices and beliefs if he is still hanging on to them.

[izannemarais]

I have listened to Brand's testimony, so to speak, and it seems very genuine.

[e.y.]

Allie is as biblically balanced as new testament women teachers back in early church time. You are of great importance and value to all listening audience

[alisonrittener]

Thank you Allie for that reminder that God is going to deal with all this wickedness & depravity. I have felt particularly discouraged recently & overwhelmed as I get knocked down over & over every time I try to get back up:/

[azaliesantillan]

Hit the spot on being sober. It took 3 years after i quit smoking for me to come to Christ. Thanks to His mercy & grace

[_Kassi]

Please have your people talk to Russell’s people! You two would have a wonderful conversation!

[makeitcount]

Russell Brand agreed everyone has 'a God shaped hole in their soul'...so he converted to orthodox Catholicism. He agrees with Eucharistic Theology, praying to St Mary and maybe the saints. He got Baptized in the Name of God the Father, Jesus the Son and the Holy Spirit.
I heard him this morning and he sounded "Relieved" 'at Peace with himself' and happy to have "turned over a new leaf".
Tough Question : Has Russell Brand Truly experienced the One True God or has he experienced 'cathartic religion'?

[melanieburns]

Praying for Russell Brand! ❤ I've always liked his quirky, fun personality