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When the Strong Are Hurting: Remembering Alphonso Smith Jr. and the Battles We Cannot See

When the Strong Are Hurting: Remembering Alphonso Smith Jr. and the Battles We Cannot See

Behind the helmet, behind the highlights, behind the strength, Alphonso Smith Jr. was fighting a battle too many of us could not see. In a reflection that will move your heart, GospelRhythms remembers the man beyond the NFL headlines—and the sacred truth that even the strong need someone to notice, because the Lord stays near to the brokenhearted. This is for the fighter, the griever, and the friend who wants to help. Read it. Share it. Then check on the people you love.

MEET THE VISION. MEET THE MAKERS. EXPERIENCE THE MIRACLE.

MEET THE VISION. MEET THE MAKERS. EXPERIENCE THE MIRACLE.

“As Miracle Makers International Film Festival prepares to welcome filmmakers, artists, audiences, and supporters to Newport Beach September 2–6, GospelRhythms brings its weeklong coverage together—inviting you to meet the vision, meet the makers, and experience the miracle still unfolding.”

At the Reflection Pool: Remembering Mommy:  the Woman Who Birthed, Loved Me, Raised Me and Mothered Me

At the Reflection Pool: Remembering Mommy: the Woman Who Birthed, Loved Me, Raised Me and Mothered Me

At the reflection pool of life, Roe Williams honors her mother on what would have been her 90th birthday. This heartfelt reflection explores grief, grace, mother figures, healing after loss, and the enduring love that continues shaping us long after someone is gone.

WHO IS HELPING BUILD THE MIRACLE?

WHO IS HELPING BUILD THE MIRACLE?

Miracle Makers International Film Festival is powered by more than films—it is strengthened by the people who believe in the vision. From associate directors, sponsors and volunteers to media partners, panelists, businesses and community supporters, GospelRhythms takes a closer look at the people helping turn purpose into opportunity and why sometimes the miracle is not only the dream itself, but the community God sends to help build it.

PURPOSE ON THE BIG SCREEN

PURPOSE ON THE BIG SCREEN

Discover why faith, creativity, and calling matter in Christian entertainment—and how Miracle Makers International Film Festival gives purpose-driven creators room to share stories that inspire, uplift, and transform.

THE GOSPELRHYTHMS PROJEC

THE GOSPELRHYTHMS PROJEC

WHAT WE DO: We celebrate, support and promote Christians and Christians in the entertainment industry across the board.

WHO WE ARE: We are on a mission to utilize our various media platforms in a cutting edge way to showcase the many gifts in the body of Christ to encourage and uplift one another and have fun!

HOW TO CONNECT: Hit us up at TheWordJams@GospelRhythms.com or at 818.822.2259 if you wish to partner with us as we position our brand to go global for Christ! #EMPOWERED2SHINE #MARK16:15

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Labor Day Rest: What the Bible Really Says About Resting From Your Work

Labor Day Rest: What the Bible Really Says About Resting From Your Work

The cookout is planned. The weekend is here. But can you actually stop? This Labor Day, GospelRhythms asks the question your soul has been waiting to hear—what does the Bible really say about resting from your work? From Sabbath rhythm to Psalm 23, from Matthew 11 to Hebrews 4, this is a faith-filled invitation to lay down the pressure, silence the guilt, and receive rest as a gift, not a reward you have to earn. If you are tired, this one is for you.

Netflix’s Death of the Pastor’s Wife: The Mica Miller Story Is a Cautionary Tale About Faith, Control and Guarding Your Heart

Netflix’s Death of the Pastor’s Wife: The Mica Miller Story Is a Cautionary Tale About Faith, Control and Guarding Your Heart

She was a worship leader. She was a wife. And when Mica Miller said she was afraid, too many people did not move fast enough. Netflix’s Death of the Pastor’s Wife: The Mica Miller Story is more than a true-crime documentary—it is a wake-up call for the Church about the line between godly leadership and spiritual control, and what it really means to guard your heart. GospelRhythms sits with the hard questions this story raises so we can learn to listen, protect people, and never confuse a title with the throne that belongs only to Jesus. Read this one with your whole heart.

When the Strong Are Hurting: Remembering Alphonso Smith Jr. and the Battles We Cannot See

When the Strong Are Hurting: Remembering Alphonso Smith Jr. and the Battles We Cannot See

Behind the helmet, behind the highlights, behind the strength, Alphonso Smith Jr. was fighting a battle too many of us could not see. In a reflection that will move your heart, GospelRhythms remembers the man beyond the NFL headlines—and the sacred truth that even the strong need someone to notice, because the Lord stays near to the brokenhearted. This is for the fighter, the griever, and the friend who wants to help. Read it. Share it. Then check on the people you love.