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Larry Sanger, co-founder of Wikipedia, has publicly declared his Christian faith after decades of scepticism. In a blog post, he shared his testimony, revealing his journey from doubt to embracing the truth of the Gospel. Sanger’s scepticism began in childhood, leading him to question all religions. Though he engaged in internal dialogues with a 'supremely wise being’, he never considered it true prayer. However, marriage and fatherhood challenged his worldview, making him reconsider self-interest and secular ideologies. His disillusionment with aggressive atheism prompted deeper reflection. In 2020, he began reading the Bible extensively, gradually realising its reliability. Though there wasn’t a single conversion moment, he eventually prayed a sinner’s prayer, acknowledging God’s truth. He now affirms that Scripture withstands scrutiny, contrary to his earlier assumptions. His transformation has softened him, bringing significant change to his life. His testimony stands as a powerful reminder that truth, when sought with an open heart, leads to Christ.

Lola Sheen, daughter of actors Charlie Sheen and Denise Richards, recently shared her powerful testimony of faith after being baptised. The 19-year-old publicly declared that Jesus saved her from deep depression and anxiety, giving her a peace beyond understanding. She recounted hitting rock bottom, believing she would never experience joy again - until she encountered Jesus, her Saviour and best friend. Through His love and grace, she found healing, renewal, and the strength to move forward. Other celebrities, including Russell Brand and Denzel Washington, have recently been baptised, publicly acknowledging their faith. Brand described his baptism as a 'moment of surrender’, while Washington shared a prophecy spoken over him decades ago, now fulfilled in his life. Their testimonies point to a larger spiritual awakening in a world searching for meaning and truth.