Hollywood Star Opens Up About His Bible Journey
Tim Allen, best known for his roles in Home Improvement and Toy Story, recently shared that he has started reading the New Testament after completing the Old Testament, calling the experience deeply meaningful. In particular, he expressed amazement with the Apostle Paul’s letter to the Romans, which he is currently studying. Allen noted how engaging and impactful the scriptures are when he allows the text to speak without overanalyzing.
Earlier this year, Allen announced that he had finished reading the Old Testament, describing the nearly year-long experience as humbling and spiritually enriching. He frequently posted updates on his progress through the Bible, even injecting humor—such as jokingly saying he “needed a Snickers” after reading the intense Book of Ezekiel. Despite his light tone, his posts reflected a deepening engagement with scripture and personal faith.
Allen has had a complicated relationship with faith. Raised in the Episcopal Church, he experienced a crisis of belief after losing his father at a young age and later serving time in prison during his twenties. Over time, however, he came to see God as a guiding force in his life, referring to God as “The Builder” who provides him with direction and purpose.
His spiritual journey mirrors a growing trend among other comedians and entertainers who are also turning toward faith. Joe Rogan, for instance, has reportedly started attending church and is in dialogue with Christian thinkers. Rob Schneider converted to Catholicism and has reevaluated his comedic material to better align with his beliefs. Others, like Matt Rife and Russell Brand, have also publicly shared their own spiritual awakenings, with Brand describing his conversion as a necessary outcome of his past struggles with addiction.
Collectively, these stories reflect a broader movement within the entertainment world, where personal experiences, tragedy, and introspection are leading some public figures to explore or return to religious faith. Many, like Allen, are not only rediscovering the Bible but also sharing their journeys publicly, prompting wider conversations about spirituality and purpose.