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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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."
Mike Pence: Ministers of the Gospel, Prayer Warriors Have Biggest Impact 'in the Life of a Nation'
Vice President Pence said Friday that other than Gold star military families, those who pray and minister the Gospel "are the greatest consequence in the life of a nation."
Alabama Pastor Resigns From Ministry SBC Connect 316 Board After 'Gang Rape' Joke
The Southern Baptist pastor who joked about fellow Southern Baptists raping a donkey has resigned from his leadership role with Connect 316.
Church of England Is Using Amazon's Alexa to Help People Pray, Find a Church
The Church of England is now using Amazon's voice-activated virtual assistant Alexa to say prayers.
Federal Court Rules in Favor of Transgender Teen in School Bathroom Case Supreme Court Had Vacated
A federal district court has ruled in favor of a transgender teenager from Virginia whose case is at the heart of the debate over school bathrooms, a matter the Supreme Court had previously vacated.
Greg Laurie: Christians Can Understand Bible Prophecy, Tend to Overcomplicate Evangelism
Pastor Greg Laurie asserted that recent geopolitical events suggest we are living in the last days, and he urged Christians to take every opportunity to share the Gospel.
The Babylon Bee Sold; Former Owner Says Internet Centralization Big 'Threat' to Spread of Gospel
The former owner of the Babylon Bee is explaining why he sold the popular Christian satire site, saying that the centralization of the Internet is one of the most significant threats to the furtherance of the Gospel.
Woman Whose Google Anti-Abortion Talk Went Viral Says Christians Must Pray Before Confronting Culture
A pro-life speaker whose talk about abortion at Google's headquarters went viral, is urging Christians to think deeply and not skip deliberate prayer before confronting cultural evils. Such is the approach of Jesus, she argued.
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