Julie Roys

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  Apr 11, 2020

  'Raise a Hallelujah' at noon on Easter with fellow Christians

  At noon on Easter, Christians of all denominations are being urged to gather everyone in their household, step outside, and “Raise a Hallelujah” — shout praises to God, ring bells, and celebrate for 60 seconds.

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  Dec 23, 2019

  The selective outrage of Mark Galli & Christianity Today

  Here were Galli and CT—an editor and magazine, which have not only consistently failed to confront corrupt leaders but have actually aided and abetted them—lecturing other evangelicals about supporting Trump. The hypocrisy was so blatant, I stared at my screen with my jaw on my chest as I read Galli’s entire op-ed.

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  Oct 1, 2019

  Is Kanye West promoting Jesus or exploiting Jesus?

  Rapper Kanye West is releasing an album that’s all about Jesus. And social media, blogs, and fan sites are on fire with people praising West—and sharply criticizing him.

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  Jul 23, 2019

  8 ways to rationalize sin from 'The Bachelorette'

  I’ve found that anger, condemnation, and blame-shifting is a typical response when a believer confronts another believer (or even a Christian institution) about his or her sin. Yet, I’ve never seen this dynamic played out on national TV.

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  May 1, 2019

  Should Christian foster agencies agree to place children with LGBT Couples?

  Bethany Christian Services recently faced a gut-wrenching decision. Either change its policy and begin placing foster children with same-sex couples—or lose the more than 1,000 foster care contracts the agency had with the state of Michigan.

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  Jan 16, 2019

  New poll shows millennials will change position on Roe when given the facts

  A survey released Monday shows that support for Roe v. Wade is based largely on ignorance. When educated about the realities of abortion, opposition to the 1973 Supreme Court decision legalizing abortion rises sharply.

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  Sep 14, 2018

  Why We're all Responsible for Fixing Scandals in the Church

  Unfortunately, the Catholic Church doesn't have a monopoly on sex abuse or the ability to cover it up. But what's the solution? Laypeople need become part of the solution. Sadly, if we're honest, we have to admit we've been part of the problem.

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  Aug 29, 2018

  STDs Hit Record High — Again! But Are More Condoms the Answer? An Interview With Abstinence Educator Scott Phelps

  Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) have hit an all-time high for a fourth year in a row. And the The U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) is sounding a familiar refrain. More condoms! More sex ed! More funding!

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  Jul 12, 2018

  Revoice Conference Reveals Church's Failure to Address LGBT Issues

  By all appearances, Robert was a well-adjusted and healthy, young Christian man. Yet during college, Robert confessed to his family and Christian friends that he struggled with attraction to other men. They responded with love and compassion. Yet no one seemed to know how to help Robert.

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  May 23, 2018

  Why Pope's Response to a Gay Man Is Wrong, but in Line With Many Evangelicals

  The pope's alleged statement that God would make someone gay and would want him to stay gay goes against Scripture and established Christian doctrine. This is what happens when compassion is divorced from truth and any hope of transformation. And sadly, it's not just the alleged position of the pope and many in society, but of many evangelicals too.