Logan Paul talks Christianity, Pokémon prayer, Jesus and feeling God wrath
1. Logan Paul asks Joel Osteen about Gen Z, Christianity
During an April 8 episode of the "IMPAULSIVE" podcast, which Logan Paul hosts alongside American YouTuber Mike Majlak, the influencer discussed Christianity and a variety of faith-related topics with Texas megachurch Pastor Joel Osteen.
During the episode, Paul asked the senior pastor of Lakewood Church in Houston what he thinks about reports that Gen Zers are showing a renewed interest in Christianity.
“Do you think it's partially because of social media, the ability to distribute your content in meaningful ways across different mediums, or do you think there's something else?” Paul asked.
While Osteen admitted he doesn’t have all the answers, the pastor said he thinks people are “hungry for more” and feel as if something is “missing.” He cited social media as an example of something that leaves people “empty,” noting that individuals who use these platforms often compare themselves to others and compete for attention.
“That leaves you empty. And I think there’s a big void in every person that only God can fill,” Osteen said about social media.
Osteen described Gen Zers as “authentic,” saying that he thinks they can see social media for what it is and that they “want to find God for themselves.”
Paul asked the pastor what he believes happens to a person when they die, with the pastor replying that "when you know the Lord, you've taken Jesus as your savior.”
“You believe he's the Son of God, and you received his forgiveness; it's a gift by faith," Osteen added.
Samantha Kamman is a reporter for The Christian Post. She can be reached at: samantha.kamman@christianpost.com. Follow her on Twitter: @Samantha_Kamman
