burn, baby, burn.

If you have ever been driving on Interstate 74 through Ohio, there’s a slight chance you would have seen this:

[you really can't miss a huge Jesus statue on the side of the interstate]

I thought it was ridiculous the first time I saw it. I laughed for a good 10 minutes of the sight of this statue of Jesus. Not that I think Jesus is ridiculous, but spending $250,000+ on a statue in His likeness? That I think is ridiculous.

And in a bit of irony Monday night, lightning stuck the statue. And the statue burned leaving only an ashy frame.

[above photos AP]

Now, I certainly hate that the church had to deal with a fire… and the damage it caused. but, let’s be honest. This is funny.

and adding to the ironically funny situation is this 911 call:

Caller: Reports a “bolt of lightning” has hit the statue.

Dispatcher: “Jesus is on fire”

Caller: “I swear to God, this not a prank … I am serious. I just saw it get struck by lightning.”

Dispatcher: “I believe you.”

Caller: “I know it’s not funny, but literally his one hand is on fire.”

Another Caller: “Lightning hit the touchdown Jesus monument, it’s flaming.”

[You can even watch the "Touchdown Jesus" burn to cheesy music]

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