Israel Folau did not back down from his controversial comments about homosexuals ending ‘up in Hell’ and says he is prepared to stop playing rugby if that was what God wanted for him.

Stuff.co reports the Wallabies fullback and his star netballer wife Maria joined their regular service for the Truth of Jesus Christ Church at Kenthurst.

Folau says he will continue to prioritize his faith over rugby and doesn’t regret his controversial comments regarding homosexuality.

30-year-old Folau adds that he is content with a life away from rugby although he admitted he would miss it.

Folau has been stood down from all player duties with the Waratahs.