Rapper Kanye West continues to make headlines for spreading his newfound faith around the U.S., with his latest appearance on Sunday at Joel Osteen's Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas, sparking a plethora of headlines.
West, who recently released his gospel-themed rap album "Jesus is King" and who has been traveling around the U.S. for his "Sunday Service" events, appeared alongside Osteen and shared his journey.
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The rapper made some intriguing proclamations about Christ, fame and the devil, speaking at the 11 a.m. service and then holding a separate 7 p.m. "Sunday Service" event at Lakewood.
Here are just a few of West's most fascinating statements while speaking on stage with Osteen earlier in the day:
West Spoke About Past Distractions
"God’s been calling me for a long time and the devil’s been distracting me for a long time." - Kanye West
The Rapper Said He's Now Working for God
"Every time I stand up, I feel that I’m standing up and drawing a line in the sand and saying I’m here in service to God." - Kanye West
Watch the evening "Sunday Service" event:
He Said Jesus Is the Only True Star
“The only superstar is Jesus." - Kanye West
West Spoke About Arrogance
"All of that arrogance and confidence and cockiness that y'all seen me use before, God is now using for him." - Kanye West
He Hit Back at the Devil
"The devil will come and do everything he can to distract people from showing service to the Lord." - Kanye West
Want to learn more about West and his newfound Christian faith? Listen to our podcast with Adam Tyson, the pastor who regularly appears at West's "Sunday Service" events:
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