‘I Cannot Take Credit for a Gift Like This’—UFC Champion Jon Jones Tells the World, ‘Jesus Loves You,’ Following Victory Over Stipe Miocic

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After his win there was speculation that Jones might retire, but he quickly laid that to rest when he told Rogan, “I’ve decided maybe I will not retire.” Jones said that he will talk with White and UFC chief business officer Hunter Campbell to negotiate his next fight.

Jones’ successful career has been plagued with controversy, including multiple failed drug tests, a domestic violence arrest, and driving while intoxicated (DWI) charges. Jones has Philippians 4:13 tattooed across his upper chest and has the words “Glorifying Christ” written on his Facebook page, which has over 3.3 million followers.

Church Leaders Recognize Jon Jones Praising Jesus

Following Jones’ post-fight interview, pastors and influencers within the church recognized Jones’ acknowledgment of Jesus and praised him for it.

Jack Graham, senior pastor of Prestonwood Baptist Church in Dallas, posted, “I am seeing a new boldness for Christ and the Gospel in every arena of influence. May the Name of the Lord be praised. Jesus is Lord!”

Worship leader Sean Feuchtsaid, “Jon Jones goes full Christian Nationalism at UFC and we are all here for it!”

Parish priest and conservative commentator Calvin Robinson posted Jones’ video and wrote, “All glory to Christ.”

Riley Gaines, former NCAA All-American swimmer, TPUSA contributor, and political activist, wrote, “The best part of UFC 309 was Jon Jones honoring our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, in front of millions. Day by day since Nov 5th, it feels like this country is finally moving in the right direction.”

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Jesse T. Jackson
Jesse is the Senior Content Editor for ChurchLeaders and Site Manager for ChristianNewsNow. An undeserving husband to a beautiful wife, and a father to 4 beautiful children. He is currently a church elder in training, a growth group leader, and is a member of University Baptist Church in Beavercreek, Ohio. Follow him on twitter here (https://twitter.com/jessetjackson). Accredited member of the Evangelical Press Association.

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