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Actress Megan Fox Feels Safe at Church

In a 2013 interview, a reporter reminded Megan Fox that famous actresses like herself and Marilyn Monroe often end their lives in self-destruction. Ms. Fox seemed to agree, which is perhaps why she also mentioned that she hasn't been able to completely forsake the Christian faith of her childhood. In the interview she talked about her connection to church and worship:

I have seen magical, crazy things happen [during worship services]. I've seen people healed. Even now, in the church I go to, during Praise and Worship I could feel that I was maybe getting ready to speak in tongues …. I can't stand pills. I don't like drinking. I don't like feeling out of control …. You have to understand, [at church] I feel safe. I was raised to believe that you're safe in God's hands. But I don't feel safe with myself.

Possible Preaching Angle: (1) Salvation, need for; Help from God; Dependence on God—Ms. Fox said, "I don't feel safe with myself." We don't know much about her relationship with God, but despite her wealth and fame it appears that she understands her need for God's help and mercy. (2) Church, Body of Christ—Ms. Fox may not be fully walking with Christ, but she understands this—church should feel like a safe place for believers and unbelievers. It should also be a safe place where in and through Christ we can feel safe in God's hands.

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