Colm Fitzpatrick
A prominent American celebrity has advised that young people recognise the existence of a loving God and has encouraged them to pray often as it’s good for your ‘soul’.
Actor Chris Pratt, best known for roles in Guardians of the Galaxy and Jurassic World, spoke about the power of Faith after receiving the Generation Award on June 18 at the MTV Movie and TV awards.
Offering nine pieces of advice for the next generation, the Hollywood actor said that the soul is real and this should move people to be compassionate to one another.
“You have a soul. Be careful with it…Reach out to someone in pain. Be of service, it feels good and its good for your soul,” he said.
Indirectly referencing the concept of original sin, the actor spoke about God’s love and the power of grace.
“God is real. God loves you. God wants the best for you. Believe that. I do…”, he said.
“Nobody is perfect. People are going to tell you you’re perfect just the way you are—you’re not! You are imperfect. You always will be. But, there is a powerful force that designed you that way. And if you’re willing to accept that, you will have grace. And grace is a gift.”
Mr. Pratt also said that if you’re strong, be a “protector”, and if you’re smart, be a “humble influencer”, adding that strength and intelligence can be weapons and should not be wielded against the weak.
The actor has frequently been open about his faith and started to become public about his relationship with God after his son was in the intensive care unit for the first month of his life after being born 9-weeks premature.