Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham opened up about her Christian faith on the recent episode of “This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von.” The 30‑year‑old, who has been in the spotlight for her stance on transgender athletes, said she feels a revival is underway in the sports world and beyond.
Raised Catholic, Cunningham now identifies as nondenominational and says she “loves Jesus.” She explained that the constant travel of a professional basketball career means she doesn’t have a fixed home church, but her faith remains a stabilizing force in her life.
“I rely a lot on my faith because of what I do for a living,” she told the host. “It keeps me stable and it keeps me to be who I am.” She added that the praise and criticism she receives as a player are balanced by her belief that she is not living for others’ approval.
During the interview, Cunningham noted that more athletes and public figures are openly declaring their Christian beliefs. “I feel like there’s a revival happening,” she said, praising the courage of those who share their faith on large platforms.
When asked whether the rise in faith among athletes is genuine or performative, Cunningham acknowledged that while some athletes are not religious, most of those she knows are. She encouraged the podcast host to invite scientists and historians who affirm the historicity of Jesus, arguing that science and faith can coexist.
In a brief personal segment, Cunningham dismissed rumors about a potential appearance on the dating show “Love Island.” Earlier this year, she posted a video of her adult baptism at Christ’s Church of the Valley in Phoenix, Arizona, describing it as a personal decision made on her own terms.
Source: Christianity Daily
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