Sophie Cunningham Tells Theo Von Nothing Can Keep Him from God’s Love

Indiana Fever guard Sophie Cunningham told comedian Theo Von on his podcast that nothing a person does or doesn’t do can separate them from God’s love.

The exchange happened on episode 692 of Von’s show, “This Past Weekend,” and was first reported by Crosswalk.com.

Von told Cunningham he wished his connection with God were stronger.

Cunningham responded directly: “There’s nothing that you can or can’t do that’s going to separate you from God’s love and grace and forgiveness.”

She added: “Like that’s why Jesus came and died on the cross because he already knew everything you were going to do.”

The six-foot-one guard, who plays for the Indiana Fever in the WNBA, is known for her aggressive play on the court and her willingness to speak her mind off it.

But in this interview, she shifted the conversation to faith in a way that surprised many listeners.

Cunningham said that after salvation, “educating yourself” and reading the Bible are important.

But she said those practices all hinge on knowing “you’re already forgiven.”

When Von asked why she relies on her faith, she pointed to the nature of her job.

“You get a lot of hate, you get a lot of praise,” she said.

Faith keeps her stable and “who I am,” she said.

She added that she does not care what people’s opinions are about her “because I’m not living for their praise.”

The conversation then turned to whether the media treats Christians unfairly.

Cunningham said she loves seeing believers stand up for their faith.

“I feel like there’s a revival happening,” she said.

She acknowledged it can be scary to speak up because people have had bad experiences with church.

But she said she likes seeing athletes with big platforms be “bold and courageous and come out about Jesus.”

Cunningham’s faith has been a recurring theme in her public statements.

In a separate interview with Beliefnet, she said, “I love Jesus,” and described a Christian revival she believes is taking place.

Her appearance on Von’s podcast came during a busy period for the Fever guard.

On the court, Cunningham averaged 7.9 points per game during the 2026 season while shooting 41.9% from the three-point line.

She is an unrestricted free agent, and the Fever have said re-signing her is a priority.

Former Fever general manager Amber Cox praised Cunningham’s leadership, calling her “a really solid leader in the locker room.”

Off the court, Cunningham has drawn attention for a series of outspoken comments.

On her own podcast, “No Hesitation,” she recently criticized WNBA players for missing wide-open layups, calling it “a joke.”

She also said she believes coaches are “too soft on athletes nowadays” and that being held accountable is what makes athletes great.

But the Theo Von interview focused entirely on faith, not basketball or coaching.

Cunningham told Von she feels most connected to God when she is “prayed up.”

She described faith as the foundation that keeps her grounded amid the highs and lows of professional sports.

The interview has drawn attention because Cunningham is not typically associated with public religious discussion.

Her reputation has been built more on her competitive fire and her willingness to engage in controversial debates about women’s sports, politics and coaching.

But in this conversation, she presented a different side of her personality — one centered on grace, forgiveness and the belief that God’s love is unconditional.

Von, a comedian and podcast host with a large following, did not challenge her statements.

Instead, he listened as Cunningham explained why she believes faith is essential for anyone facing public scrutiny.

Cunningham said that without her faith, she would be “lost” and unable to handle the pressure of her career.

She said the same grace she relies on is available to anyone, regardless of their past.

The Crosswalk.com report, written by Amber Ginter, framed the interview as a surprising moment of spiritual openness from a WNBA star.

Ginter noted that Cunningham’s message about God’s love “is taking many by surprise.”

The report quoted Cunningham’s full statement about Jesus dying on the cross because he “already knew everything you were going to do.”

Cunningham did not mention any specific church or denomination.