Posted on 02/22/2026 6:32:27 AM PST by cuz1961
What drives a Hollywood legend to trade red carpets and fame for a deeper search for meaning? In this inspiring episode of The Greg Laurie Show, Pastor Greg Laurie sits down with acclaimed actor Dennis Quaid for an unfiltered and honest conversation about faith, fame, addiction, and personal transformation.
From iconic roles in films like "The Big Easy" and "I Can Only Imagine," Dennis Quaid opens up about his unconventional spiritual journey—from his Baptist upbringing to exploring Eastern mysticism in India, and ultimately, a life-changing encounter with Jesus. The episode dives deep into the heart of Quaid’s story, revealing the turbulence behind the spotlight, his battles with addiction, and what finally brought him home to a living, personal faith....
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A behind-the-scenes look at the making of faith-based films in Hollywood, including surprising moments from "I Can Only Imagine" and "Soul Surfer" that shaped the genre and broke box-office expectations. Thoughtful reflections on the role of shame, forgiveness, and the persistent hope found in Christ—no matter your past. Honest advice for anyone chasing success, struggling with temptation, or searching for something real in a world of quick fixes.
Woven throughout, Pastor Greg Laurie and Dennis Quaid share candid moments about life, lessons from legendary figures like Johnny Cash and Steve McQueen, and powerful truths for anyone standing at a crossroads.
If you’ve ever wondered whether God can bring beauty from ashes—or if you’re just curious what happens when a Hollywood star dares to get real about faith—you won’t want to miss this conversation.
One of my favorite actors. Really plays some difficult parts.
He was great in Breaking Away.
I have been watching Dennis Quaid movies for years and know that he got sober and got his life back on track after a bout with booze and drugs. I’m glad to hear about his return to faith too. I really hope its true and not just PR for the new faith-based movies that he has been doing. That has been known to happen.
So was his brother Randy as Cousin Eddie.
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