The Faith Of Jim Carrey seems more evident than ever and he’s preaching about Christ on the cross. He shares about embracing suffering and choosing hope; about being forgiven…and being forgive-ing. And about the room being filled with God.
His full name is James Eugene Carrey, and in the video above, he’s my kind of preacher.
The famous comedian was born in Ontario, Canada. When his dad lost his job, he was forced to work and care for his family so he was never able to finish high school. Then, he started his stand-up career (#PraiseTheLord) and worked his way to Ace Ventura: Pet Detective…which was the first comedy I actually laughed out loud at.
And still do.
Since then, Jim has become one of the biggest stars in Hollywood with a net worth of around $150 million. But fame, money and power cannot heal what only love can. And Jim has been open and honest about his legitimate struggle with depression in the past.
In comes Christ.
Jim was raised a Catholic but dabbled in Presbyterianism later in life. He’s obviously a hilarious, complex and searching person, and he has spoken about looking for spiritual answers as a child and being inspired by the Buddha, yet expressing distrust in organized religions.
And then…the video above.
This is where God has brought Jim Carrey. And I’m grateful we get to be witnesses.
Of course, he’s still in process.
Just like you.
Just like me.
But after hearing his encouragement to the people at Homeboy Industries…I have no doubt,
Christ on the cross.