Her message is going viral.
Kathie Lee Gifford has consistently expressed her devout Christian faith, which influences her endeavors in the media, spanning from her tenure on “Live! with Regis and Kathie Lee” to her role on the “Today” show. However, she distinguishes between her faith and organized religion, expressing reservations about the latter.
In an interview with The Christian Post, the 70-year-old multi-talented artist shared her perspective on religion, asserting that it tends to confine people, whereas faith in a living God liberates them from such constraints. Gifford emphasized the transformative power of faith, particularly in following the teachings of Jesus, which she believes provide a blueprint for love and kindness as outlined in the Bible.
For Gifford, the essence of church transcends physical structures, embodying a dynamic movement of God that can manifest anywhere, whether in a traditional worship setting or in the mundane moments of everyday life. Her passion for bringing the Bible to life in contemporary society led her to participate in the Amazon Prime series “The Baxters,” alongside her daughter Cassidy.
Based on Karen Kingsbury’s bestselling book series, “The Baxters” delves into the complexities of family dynamics, faith, and redemption amidst life’s trials and tribulations. Through its narrative, the series tackles sensitive topics like addiction and infidelity, framed within the context of spiritual renewal and forgiveness.
Both Kathie Lee and Cassidy Gifford emphasized the importance of storytelling in addressing universal themes of brokenness and the search for hope and redemption. They believe that amidst the prevailing negativity in media, there is a profound need for narratives that offer glimpses of light and restoration.
Karen Kingsbury, the author behind the series, views herself as an evangelist, using storytelling as a tool to convey messages of love and redemption found in Christ. Drawing from her own experiences, Kingsbury seeks to provide a platform for reflection on life’s deeper questions and the transformative power of faith.
In discussing the imperfections of the Baxter family depicted in the series, Kathie Lee Gifford highlighted the importance of aligning one’s life with God’s path, viewing faith as an adventurous journey rather than a dull routine. She encouraged believers to embrace the dynamic nature of their faith, continually seeking growth and understanding through the study of Scripture.
“The Baxters” features a talented ensemble cast, including Masey McLain, Josh Plasse, Reilly Anspaugh, and Emily Peterson, alongside guest appearances by Kathie Lee Gifford and others. Through its portrayal of faith and family, the series aims to inspire viewers to embark on their own spiritual journeys, rooted in hope and guided by love.
The Church is the body of believers in Christ Jesus. People often call the building where the body of believers meets for worship a church. Church is also used to refer to the congregations of believers & the denominations they are a part of. Some congregations do not claim to be a member of any denomination, but to truly be a church they must be a body of believers in Christ Jesus according to the teachings of the Bible which is the word of God. There are some religious cults that have Church in their names and are NOT a part of the Holy Christian Church.