Internet divided as Russell Brand decides to get baptized after battling sexual assault allegations

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA: Russell Brand has announced he’s going to get baptized as a Christian soon!

The comedian-actor who is recently marred with multiple sexual abuse and rape allegations told his fans over a social media post on April 26.

Why did Russell Brand decide to get baptized at 48?

In the short clip, Brand explained that many are turning to Christianity as the modern world is becoming meaningless.

"This Sunday, I’m taking the plunge. I’m getting baptized," he said in the video.

The 48-year-old continued, "What’s been explained to me is, it’s an opportunity to die and be reborn. An opportunity to leave the past behind and be reborn in Christ’s name."

The podcaster also read a sacrament, "Like it says in Galatians: that you can live as an enlightened and awakened person."

Brand has actively explored various subjects over his YouTube channel, including news, politics, culture and spirituality, per FoxNews.

On Sunday, he described baptism and similar rituals of rebirth in other celebrated religions as "so inviting and beautiful."

"People are so cynical about the increasing interest in Christianity and the return to God, but to me, it’s obvious, Brand continued to explain his decision.

“As meaning deteriorates in the modern world, as our value systems and institutions crumble, all of us become increasingly aware that there is this eerily familiar awakening and beckoning figure that we’ve all known all of our lives, within us and around us."

"And for me it’s very exciting," he concluded.

Brand had in past identified himself as a Buddhist and was interested in the Hare Krishna Movement.

Brand's followers welcome his move to get baptized 

 Internet was quick to react to Brand’s decision to get baptized at 48.

One person said, “It’s a wonderful step to take. Baptism signifies burying the old man, the old self and being resurrected in Jesus Christ. It’s a public confession of your commitment to be a Christ follower.”

“Be prepared to be attacked from so many different directions! You just chose the other team , he’ll wants you back . But stay strong in Christ power 🙏🏼” the second warned.

A fellow christian commented, “We welcome you with open arms brother ! All of Heaven rejoices. Not just America revival but world wide!”

An online user praised Brand, “Wow!! I think it’s absolutely phenomenal, celebrating with you! There’s a story I’m reminded of when you said you may be baptized in the Thames, about Naaman dipping into the Jordan, 2 Kings 5:10. Turned out ok for him :) xx

“The old man will be buried, and the new man resurrected IN CHRIST!! 🙌🔥❤️” one commented.

A person questioned Brand's decision at this moment, "Russell Brand only cares about one thing..That thing is to be right/correct at all times."

Another joined, confused over Brand's announcement, "It doesn't work that way."

"Lolz he’s still going to get sued and go to jail," wrote one.

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