Brandon Showalter
Opinion writer and social commentator
Brandon M. Showalter is a journalist and podcaster with The Christian Post who has reported extensively on topics of theological interest in the Church; bioethics issues such as euthanasia, assisted suicide, artificial reproductive technology, and surrogacy; and the developments of the "gender identity" movement and transgender ideology.
He was first inspired to pursue into a career in writing and journalism while mopping floors and scrubbing toilets as a church custodian in April 2015.
He earned a bachelor's degree in international studies and Spanish from Bridgewater College of Virginia in 2007, a Master of Arts in human rights from The Catholic University of America in 2022, and is a fellow of the John Jay Institute for Faith, Society, & Law. He is also a graduate (class of 2015) of a three-year, non-degree program at Bethel School of Ministry in Redding, California.
His favorite thing to do in life is to sing.
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Not Seeing Answers to Prayer? Follow George Müller's Example, John Piper Says
To engage the pain of unanswered prayer and a weakening faith, John Piper recommends Christians re-engage 19th century British evangelist George Müller, who saw God do extraordinary things on his behalf.
Christian Woman in Hiding Amid Death, Rape Threats for Anti-Abortion Tweet
A Christian columnist is now in hiding due to multiple rape and death threats following a tweet she posted about abortion.
Muslim Community Hosts Blood Drive on Capitol Hill to Pay Homage to 9/11 Victims
A community of self-described "revivalist" Muslims is hosting an annual blood drive on the anniversary of 9/11 to demonstrate the opposite of what was done in the name of their faith 17 years ago.
Trump Admin. Closes Palestinian Liberation Organization's DC Office, Israel 'Our Friend and Ally'
The Trump administration is shutting down the Washington D.C. headquarters of the Palestinian Liberation Organization due to their refusal to takes steps toward peace with Israel.
John MacArthur's Social Justice Statement Theologically Weak, Misguided, Some Conservative Christians Say
Some Christian leaders are pushing back against and refusing to sign a recent statement spearheaded by pastor John MacArthur that warns against the dangers of "social justice," arguing it is flawed and makes unfair generalizations.
Wash. Church Youth Leader Charged With Child Molestation; Authorities Believe More Victims Exist
A church youth leader in Washington state has been charged with child molestation, and authorities believe additional youth have been victimized and are urging them to come forward.
Anne Graham Lotz Announces She Has Breast Cancer; Undergoing Treatment, Surgery: 'Please Pray for Me'
Anne Graham Lotz, daughter of the late evangelist Billy Graham and an evangelist in her own right, has announced she has been diagnosed with breast cancer.
Beware of 'Gender Ideologues' Who Want Doctors to Query Children's Gender, Pediatrician Says
Amid reports citing medical experts encouraging doctors to ask adolescents and teenagers about their gender identity during office visits, a leading pediatrician is warning people to be aware of gender propaganda.
Pro-Life Pregnancy Centers Save Communities $161M Annually, Served 2M People in 2017: Study
New research reveals that pro-life pregnancy centers across the nation have in just one year helped 2 million people, mostly women and youth, and saved communities $161 million in costs.
Resisting Sexual Revolution Together May Be How God Unites Christians: Author
A robust repudiation of the sexual revolution should unite Christians of every tradition, says author Jennifer Roback Morse.
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