American Idol's newest winner is the same contestant who prayed with the judges during her audition. Known as "Just Sam," the singer performed "You Say" with Lauren Daigle and "Rise Up" by Andra Day to win the "Idol" title.
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'Grateful God Put You in Front of Us': American Idol Contestant Prays with Judges after Emotional Audition
An emotional American Idol audition culminated with contestant Samantha Diaz asking the four-judge panel to pray with her.
Six of Final 10 American Idol Contestants Proclaim Faith in Jesus
It’s so inspiring to see people using their talents for the Lord. CBN News reports that many of the top contestants on the new season of American Idol identify as Christians.
Christian Singer Fantasia Thankful to God for Helping Her Overcome Suicidal Thoughts
Christian singer and 2004 American Idol winner Fantasia Barrino said that it was God who brought her through dark times when she had contemplated suicide.
American Idol Winner Says His Victory was 'God's Will'
Trent Harmon, the winner of the fifteenth and final season of American Idol, attributed his victory to “God’s will.”
The Success of 'American Idol'
But back to American Idol. Time magazine calls it the show that "won contemporary culture." Why was it so successful? Why are the answers relevant to you this morning?
American Idol Winner Resolves to Use Her Career to Glorify God
Fantasia Barrino Taylor, the winner of American Idol’s third season in 2004, said she wants to focus on God and use her profession to glorify Him this new year.
‘American Idol’ Contestants Lean on NASCAR’s Spiritual Adviser
When “American Idol” needed a spiritual adviser for its contestants this season, the show turned to an unexpected place: NASCAR.
