'Happy Days' Star Scott Baio Hopes New Film Will Help 'Save My Country' Amid Attacks on Religious Freedom
"Does God still have a place in politics?"
The fourth installment of the "God's Not Dead" series, which opened in theaters this past weekend, asks this question.
"God's Not Dead: In God We Trust" follows Christian pastor Rev. David Hill as he runs for Congress against a blatantly anti-Christian candidate.
"With relentless scrutiny and immense challenges, David’s campaign becomes a beacon of hope and optimism for many people yearning for spiritual and moral leadership," the film's description states.
(Fun fact: EWTN's Raymond Arroyo also makes a cameo appearance in the film!)
Here is the full "God's Not Dead: In God We Trust" film summary from Fathom Events:
"In a time of profound political, civil, and spiritual turmoil, Reverend David Hill grapples with the crucial question: Does God still have a place in politics? Compelled to enter a congressional race after the sudden death of a favored incumbent, David faces off against state senator Peter Kane, a formidable opponent determined to push religion out of the public square and cause greater divide. With relentless scrutiny and immense challenges, David’s campaign becomes a beacon of hope and optimism for many people yearning for spiritual and moral leadership. As he navigates the treacherous waters of modern politics, David’s faith and principles are put to the ultimate test. 'God’s Not Dead: In God We Trust' explores the enduring relevance of faith in public life and the critical fight to keep religious values at the heart of governance. Featuring a star-studded cast and powerful message, this film calls on believers to stand firm in faith and make their voices heard."
"Happy Days" actor Scott Baio, who plays John Wesley, an enemy to Rev. David Hill (played by David A.R. White), sat down with ChurchPOP editor Jacqueline Burkepile to discuss his role in the new film.
Watch the interview with Scott Baio below:
Why Scott Baio signed onto "God's Not Dead: In God We Trust"
Baio told Burkepile that his primary reason for participating in the film is because he "believes in the message" and wants to save the country for his daughter. He considers religious freedom under attack in the United States.
"The bigger message to me is I want to save my country," Baio says. "A country that was God-fearing, powerful, prosperous, and safe."
"It's been a getting rid of God thing for 30 years at least, maybe more," the actor continues.
"Forty million Christians don't vote...If you want your country to be God-fearing without pushing it in people's faces, then you got to get out and vote," Baio says. "God will be taken out of everything and you'll be ostracized and you'll be mocked. And it's happening now."