Brandon Showalter
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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John Piper: Americans' View of Retirement Is 'Warped,' We Need Godly Financial Planners
The key to managing money as a Christian is realizing that none of it is really yours, that God owns it all, according to theologian John Piper.
Is God Using #MeToo Fallout to Upend the Sexual Revolution?
The #MeToo movement is bringing about a radical reconsideration of the sexual revolution and its implications, according to leading female Christian scholars.
So. Baptist Leader Calls for Repentance, No Sermon at Annual Meeting: 'We Need God to Break Us Down'
Amid the ongoing fallout from the firing of Paige Patterson, one of the most prominent leaders in the Southern Baptist Convention, many are calling for "repentance" and "reformation" ahead of their denomination's annual meeting.
Study Showing Brains Differ for Gender Dysphoria Doesn't Prove Transgenderism Innate, Experts Say
A new study finds that certain brain activity of individuals who believe they are the opposite sex mirrors that of the gender they would like to embrace. But experts say the study doesn't show whether the brain differences are innate or due to the choices and life experiences of those with gender dysphoria.
'Koinonia,' Greek Word Meaning Christian Fellowship, Winning Word at Scripps Nat'l Spelling Bee
The winning word for the Scripps national spelling bee was a Greek work used for spiritual community, usually associated with Christian fellowship, and appears in the New Testament several times.
Beth Moore: Too Many Christians Are Consumed With Fear, 'Biggest Fraidy Cats of All'
Author and speaker Beth Moore is arguing that many people are being led by fear in this present day, that the devil has been waging it and that Christians are "the biggest fraidy cats of all."
Paige Patterson Scandal: Female Alumni Recount 'Toxic' Environment; 2003 Rape Victim Speaks
Two female alumni of Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary have published their stories about how they were mistreated while they were students. And the woman who accused the school's president, Paige Patterson, of urging her not to report her rape in 2003 has publicly identified herself.
John Piper Shares the Secret to Fighting Anxiety
Theologian John Piper says the secret to fighting anxiety is knowing that God works out everything for your good.
5 Facts About Immigration Policy Separating Children From Parents, 1,475 Missing Children
The contentious debate over immigration has intensified amid reports of the government losing track of 1,475 children and a new, controversial policy of separating children from their parents at the border.
Catholic Archbishop: America Is Facing 'Faith Crisis,' We Must Pray for a 'Great Awakening'
A prominent Catholic leader believes America is facing a "God-crisis" given the visible social pathologies in society but has hope and is asking Christians to pray for a "great awakening."