The recent Hollywood influx of successful faith-based films has paved the way for Christian filmmakers, producers and executives to get a seat at the table.

Among the latest beneficiaries is 36-year-old preacher and movie executive DeVon Franklin, who has inked a first-look production deal with Sony Pictures Entertainment.

EEW Magazine sources have confirmed reports that the faith-based film enthusiast is leaving his post as Senior Vice President of Production for Columbi