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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Evangelical Support for Israel Declining, Especially Among Millennials: Survey
Support for Israel is decreasing among evangelical Christians, particularly among younger generations, a new survey shows, a decline borne out of confusion about or indifference to the world's only Jewish state.
Ravi Zacharias Denies Accusations of Illicit Online Sexual Relationship, Credential Misrepresentation
Author and apologist Ravi Zacharias is denying allegations that he had an inappropriate online sexual relationship with a woman who is not his wife and that he misrepresented his academic credentials.
'Abortion Doulas' Article Reveals Horrors, Reality of Abortion Procedure
A lengthy article in The Washington Post highlighted "abortion doulas," those who comfort women during abortions. Pro-life advocates say the story severely undercuts the pro-choice message that an abortion is no different than any other procedure.
Does the Old Testament Support Voting for Morally Questionable Candidates Like Roy Moore?
A Christian columnist has ignited an intense online debate, asserting that it's justifiable to support a morally questionable political candidate given how God uses immoral men to accomplish His purposes on Earth.
Project Veritas' Failed Sting Operation Busted By Washington Post; Conservatives Blast James O'Keefe, Donors
Conservative outfit Project Veritas has been busted for a failed sting operation wherein they lied to The Washington Post, making wild and false allegations of sexual misconduct against Alabama Senate candidate Roy Moore.
Churches That Only Offer Traditional Worship Services Risk Losing Young People: Chaplain
The Church of Scotland is risking becoming irrelevant unless it moves from traditional worship services with hymns to reaching young people using smartphone technology, according to an honorary chaplain to the queen.
Ravi Zacharias' Ministry Responds to 'Egregious Claims' and 'Slander' About His Character, Accomplishments
The ministry of apologist and author Ravi Zacharias is responding to "egregious" claims and "slander" now circulating online about Zacharias' character, actions, and accomplishments related to his academic background and credentials.
Will Sexual Misconduct Revelations, #MeToo Movement Overhaul the Sexual Revolution?
Some of most influential publications in America are rethinking the sexual revolution amid a cultural moment where sexual misconduct allegations emerge daily against powerful men once considered untouchable.
Virginia Youth Pastor Charged With 1st Degree Murder in Thanksgiving Day Triple Homicide
A Virginia youth pastor has been charged with first-degree murder in the shooting deaths of his wife, stepdaughter, and stepdaughter's boyfriend on Thanksgiving Day and is now in being held in jail.
Party Leaders Aid Accused Molesters: Trump Boosts Roy Moore, Pelosi Defends 'Icon' John Conyers
Without mentioning his name President Trump effectively endorsed embattled Alabama Republican Judge Roy Moore for the Senate seat as sexual misconduct allegations continue to emerge against government officials. Some are noting the double standard.
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