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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Most Christians misunderstand what Heaven really is, theologian NT Wright says
The New Testament does not say what most people believe it says about Heaven, which is that it's merely a place one goes after death, prominent theologian N.T. Wright says.
Reactions mount to CT editorial calling for Trump's removal; how will evangelicals vote in 2020?
The Christianity Today editorial from outgoing editor Mark Galli calling for President Trump's removal from office continues to make waves across the political landscape amid a contentious impeachment process.
Bethel planning memorial service for 2-year-old girl, defends praying for her resurrection
After praying fervently for several days for her to be resurrected, plans at Bethel Church in Redding, California are underway for a memorial service for Olive Heiligenthal, the 2-year-old daughter of Bethel Music songwriter Kalley Heiligenthal.
Ohio church to plant 1,500 trees in 5 years in 'restoring creation' effort
An Ohio Presbyterian church is planning to plant hundreds of trees in the next five years in a push toward greater environmental stewardship.
Woman ‘not worthy of respect' for saying 'men cannot be women,' UK judge rules
A woman who was ousted from her job for writing on Twitter that men who identify as transgender are not women has lost her case before an employment tribunal that said her views are "not worthy of respect."
Kay Warren, Beth Moore criticize Trump for encouraging violence at political rallies
Kay Warren is speaking out about President Donald Trump's antics at a recent political rally where a protester had to be removed.
Bethel Music songwriter's 2-y-o daughter stops breathing, pronounced dead
A worship leader and songwriter with Bethel Music is asking for prayer for a resurrection miracle for her two-year-old daughter, Olive, after she stopped breathing and was pronounced dead by doctors on Saturday.
Does God condone polygamy? Bible scholar says 'no,' OT shows it only creates turmoil
A scholar of Old Testament interpretation is explaining that God's allowance of polygamy in ancient times does mean he morally endorsed it, and that it is vital to consider the unfolding historical narrative in Scripture.
Texas boy praying to be adopted: 'I know there's a family out there that fits me the best'
A 12-year-old boy who's been in the foster care system in Texas for many years says he still has faith that God will provide a family for him.
Lawmakers ask AG Barr to make prosecuting obscenity, child porn 'criminal justice priority'
Congressional Republicans are asking Attorney General Barr to enforce existing obscenity laws in order to reduce explicit porn that meets the legal test to be considered obscenity, particularly porn that involves minors.