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Justin Bieber gets labeled as 'Saint Justin' after recent comments about faithfulness


Over the years, Bieber has spoken openly about overcoming past mistakes


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Shirley GomezSenior Writer
OCTOBER 28, 2025 12:26 PM EDT

Justin Bieber just dropped some spiritual food for thought, and the internet’s chewing on it hard. During a recent Twitch stream, the Grammy-winning singer, 31, shared his deeply personal views on what it means to stay faithful in a relationship. And let’s just say, his definition goes beyond the physical.

In the clip, Bieber, dressed casually in a pink hoodie and white tee while hanging with friends over In-N-Out, dove into a topic that caught everyone off guard. “If you even think of a woman with lust, it’s the same thing as actually doing it,” he said. “Committing adultery, or whatever. It’s like the same thing, if it even crosses your mind for one second.”

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LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA - OCTOBER 14: Justin Bieber poses with his Skylrk futsal team at The League on October 14, 2025 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Cassy Athena/Getty Images)

He compared it to another moral principle: “If you treat a man with anger or something, it’s the same as killing a man.” That analogy echoes biblical teachings from Matthew 5, where Jesus equates lustful thoughts with adultery and hatred with murder. Bieber, who has been open about his Christian faith, seems to be applying those lessons directly to his daily mindset.

Social Media Divided: “Saint Justin” or “Preaching Too Hard”?

Reactions were immediate and intense. Some praised Bieber for holding himself to high moral standards, while others thought he might be setting the bar unrealistically high.

One user chimed in with a dose of realism: “Biologically speaking all men in a relationship will still feel attracted and lustful towards other women. Anybody who says the opposite is lying to make himself look moral or loyal. What differs a man from a boy is how he reacts to those thoughts.”

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Some praised Bieber for holding himself to high moral standards, while others thought he might be setting the bar unrealistically high.

Another wasn’t so charitable: “Justin out here acting like he’s hosting Sunday school when half his songs sound like confessions from the cheating section.”

But others saw genuine depth in his words. “More people need to focus on how important it is not to make a graven image—even in your mind,” one supporter said. “Scripture makes life easier, not harder.”

A Faith-Fueled Relationship

It’s no secret Bieber’s faith plays a huge role in his marriage to model Hailey Bieber. The couple, married since 2018, often credit their shared spirituality for helping them navigate fame, temptation, and mental health struggles.

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They first tied the knot quietly in a New York City courthouse before hosting a star-studded ceremony in South Carolina a year later. Guests included Kendall Jenner, Jaden Smith, and other A-listers who witnessed the couple renew their vows in front of family and friends.

Over the years, Bieber has spoken openly about overcoming past mistakes, finding peace through faith, and redefining what loyalty means in modern relationships. His Twitch comments reflect a man who isn’t afraid to wrestle publicly with his beliefs, even when it makes people uncomfortable.

Faith in a Digital Age

What’s fascinating isn’t just what Bieber said, but where he said it. A Twitch stream is typically the realm of gaming and casual chat. Justin Bieber’s take may sound extreme to some, but it’s undeniably rooted in conviction. Whether you see it as preachy or profound, his words open up a much-needed discussion about self-control, spiritual consistency, and the mental side of loyalty.

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Over the years, Bieber has spoken openly about overcoming past mistakes, finding peace through faith.

And maybe that’s the whole point. Bieber’s not claiming perfection—he’s inviting reflection.

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