Fan messages and reactions (over 18,000) posted on the show’s Facebook page revealed how many of them were tricked into thinking the billboards were actually defaced.
One of the 6,100 comments read, “It’s so disgusting the world we live in today. All the more reason and good reminder to keep praying for those that do not know God’ love. Keep shining your light everyone!!!”
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“There will always be haters, even for the son of man,” one follower wrote. “Sad as this may sound but our faith has withstood more than the emotions of people that are lost with their hate. Not only does this make our faith stronger but gives us more drive and purpose to spread the good word.”
Another wrote, “How sad…what is wrong with people…what are they so afraid of God..??? This series literally saved my life the past year…I am so grateful I found it…Love it so much!!”
“Am I the only one who laughed a little bit? Binge salad. I love the Chosen and I pray for the people who did this, whether is it photoshopped or real,” another fan said.
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