Elvis presley quotes about life

Christian Today staff writer

It's now more than 40 years since the death of rock'n'roll icon Elvis Presley. The star defined his era, and continues to be adored by many today – but some forget that the colourful character was also a born-again Christian.

Soon established in his time as the 'The King' of Rock'n'Roll, Elvis didn't actually appreciate the title.

'There's only one king', he said, 'and that's Jesus Christ.'

Raised in the charismatic Assemblies of God denomination, Presley went on to have a complex relationship to faith. He did identify as a Christian, and described Gospel music as 'the purest thing there is on this earth'.

However, he also lived the wild life of addicted hedonism often associated with mega-stardom.

He reportedly confessed to one pastor of his struggle to live the moral life he was really meant to. Despite the immense fame, riches and popularity he gained, Presley also