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Ah, the Olympics. A global stage where the best athletes showcase their grit, determination, and unparalleled skill. But this year, the 2024 Paris Olympics managed to stir up some rage, instead of unity, thanks to a controversial opening ceremony. And who better to express that rage than the ever-outspoken Candace Cameron Bure!

The ‘Full House’ alum and devout Christian wasn’t shy about sharing her outrage over what she perceives as a blatant mockery of her faith during the ceremonious kickoff of the games. In a video that could be filed under ‘Things That Shouldn’t Be Said on the Internet,’ Bure couldn’t help but voice her discomfort, triggering a chorus of gasps, eye-rolls, and applause in the social media sphere.

“Hi, friends. So I didn’t really wanna weigh in on the Olympics opening ceremony publicly because… I always risk it becoming a headline,” Bure began, as if she isn’t fully aware that everything she says turns into a tabloid sensation.

“But it felt too important not to,” she added, an overture of what was to come. The flame was lit, and she dove headfirst into the bonfire of her complaints.

“I love the Olympic Games,” Bure fondly reminisced. With a husband who’s a retired Olympic medalist and family ties to other athletic champs, it’s no wonder the Games sit close to her heart. But this year’s ceremony hit her like a ton of blasphemous bricks.

“So to watch such an incredible and wonderful event that’s gonna take place over the next two weeks and see the opening ceremonies completely blaspheme and mock the Christian faith with their interpretation of the Last Supper was disgusting,” she said, visibly perturbed. Speaking of which, I reckon ‘disgusting’ is just the first tier of her emotional diatribe.

“And it made me so sad. And someone said, ‘You shouldn’t be sad. You should be mad about it.’ And I’m like, ‘Trust me. It makes me mad.’ But I’m more sad, because I’m sad for souls,” Bure continued, and I could almost hear a collective sigh from her Instagram followers. We get it, Candace. You’re mad, sad, and everything in between.

She took a moment to summon scripture, quoting Galatians 6:7-8, “God is not mocked. For whatever a person sows he will also reap…” It was at this moment one could imagine the likes of angry deities shaking fists at the mortal realm. Still, context is everything, and Candace used this opportunity to paint the opening ceremony as a ticking time bomb of divine retribution.

“To watch such an incredible and wonderful event that’s gonna experience over the next two weeks and see the opening ceremonies completely blaspheme and mock the Christian faith with their interpretation of the Last Supper was disgusting,” she reiterated, doubling down on the ‘disgusted but determined’ vibe she was clearly going for.

Then, in true moral leadership fashion, she posed the existential question to her millions of followers: “So, what do we do with this?” Candace implored her flock to keep the faith, quoting further biblical passages on the virtues of enduring good and righteous deeds.

Oh, but it didn’t stop there. “So this is my encouragement to you,” Bure asserted. “Don’t get tired of doing good. Keep sharing the gospel… There’s so many people – there’s Christians out there that say, ‘Well I’m a Christian, it didn’t really bother me.’ Those people need to hear the gospel too.” And there it is. The ultimate call to arms for believers and fence-sitters alike.

Injecting a bit of that classic controversy that followers love (or love to hate), she advocated for supporting the athletes nonetheless. “Do what you want. You want to boycott? Boycott the games. I’m gonna watch the games. I want to support our athletes,” she reaffirmed, clearly setting the stage for inevitable debates at family gatherings.

But, here’s where things get spicy. Critics rushed in to ‘correct’ her, pointing out the ceremony wasn’t referencing DaVinci’s The Last Supper, but perhaps dipping into Dionysian festivals. Yet, ever the stalwart, Bure wasn’t buying it. “I still don’t see how that relates to unifying the world through competitive sports and acceptable for children to watch. In any case, I’m not buying it”, she said, firmly planting her flag in the ground.

“God loves each and every one of you and His desire is for you to know Him. I won’t stop praying and calling on Jesus’ name,” Bure concluded, urging everyone to share the gospel and stay strong in their convictions.

In the midst of this whirlwind of emotions, one thing became crystal clear—Candace Cameron Bure doesn’t mince words or emotions. Whether you agree with her or not, there’s no denying she’s ignited a conversation that, much like the Olympic flame, is destined to burn brightly (and controversially) for days to come.