May 25, 2013

‘The Bible’s’ Satan Amused by Obama Comparisons

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*Morrocan actor Mehdi Ouazzani has made his first comments regarding the fuss around his character Satan’s resemblance to President Barack Obama in History Channel miniseries, “The Bible.” The drama rumbled for weeks after the actor made his debut as a silent Lucifer, with many viewers believing producers were trying to make a political point. But [...]




Actor Keith David Ministers ‘The Bible’ in His Own Way

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*“The Bible,” which aired on the History Channel, and received huge ratings has released on Blu-ray and DVD from Fox Home Entertainment. From Executive Producers Roma Downey (“Touched by an Angel”) and Mark Burnett (“The Voice,” “Survivor”), the epic 10-part miniseries retells stories from the Scriptures for a whole new generation. Narrated by Emmy winning [...]




Jesus Actor Says Obama/Satan Thing is ‘Hilarious’

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*Although producers of History channel’s “The Bible” miniseries raised eyebrows for the controversial casting of a satan who resembled President Obama, the actor who plays Jesus calls the situation “hilarious.” “I don’t think that’s controversial at all, I think that’s so funny,” Diogo Morgado told The Hollywood Reporter. “It’s just funny.” Mohamen Mehdi Ouazanni, who [...]




History Channel Responds to ‘Bible’s’ Obama/Satan Resemblance

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*The History Channel released a statement in response to the hubbub surrounding the casting of Satan in its miniseries “The Bible.” As reported, social media blew up during Sunday’s episode with folks believing that the actor, Mohamen Mehdi Ouazanni, was cast in the evil role because he resembles President Obama. In an email to EURweb, [...]




History Channel’s ‘Bible’ Casts Obama Look-Alike as Satan

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*The History Channel’s 10-part miniseries “The Bible” is stirring up extra attention for its casting of Satan. Folks are saying it’s no coincidence that the actor who plays the devil, Mohamen Mehdi Ouazanni, bears a startling resemblance to President Barack Obama. The resemblance was pointed out on Twitter during the show’s broadcast on Sunday. Glenn [...]




Watch the Trailer for ‘The Bible’

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*Get ready for “The Bible,” an epic 10-hour television series produced by Roma Downey (Touched By an Angel) and Mark Burnett (The Voice, Survivor, Shark Tank, Celebrity Apprentice) premiering on 3/3/13 on History Channel, and Blu-ray and DVD soon after. In the production, Downey plays Mother Mary and Emmy-winner Keith David provides voice-overs throughout. Oscar- and Grammy-award winning composer Hans Zimmer created the musical score to the iconic [...]




Science Says a Supreme Being Created the Universe

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*Contrary to what many scientists believe, science points toward a creator of the universe instead of away from God, says best-selling author and Christian apologist Lee Strobel, says the Christian Post. Speaking at a two-day Christian apologetics event at Saddleback Church in Southern California, Strobel kicked-off the series of weekend messages given by five different [...]




Rev. Fred Luter Begins Leadership of Southern Baptist Convention

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*All eyes are on Fred Luter as he officially begins his term as the first black president of the Southern Baptist Convention, says The Christian Post. While many recognize Luter’s election in and of itself as a giant step forward in racial reconciliation, they say only time will tell what kind of impact his leadership will have [...]




‘Single, Saved and Having Sex’ Stirs a Conversation

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*Most Christians have a pretty good grip on what the Bible says about sex. Burn in hell if you commit fornication, right? Despite the many warnings God’s word may present, many young (and old) single Christians are defying that little note in the scripture and sexing. A piece that originally appeared in the May issue [...]




Lil Wayne: Prison Reading List Revealed; Hates LeBron after Snub

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*Lil Wayne had a lot of time to read during his recent prison stint – even scrolling through the Bible for the first time in his life, he told Rolling Stone magazine. “It was deep! I liked the parts where some character was once this, but he ended up being that. Like he’d be dissing [...]