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 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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Russell Moore: Parents, 'Don't Be Shocked' by Your Teen's Sexual Sin
There's a correct response parents should have upon hearing about their teenager's sexual sin, says Russell Moore, and it doesn't include excusing it as "just a part of growing up" or lashing out at the child.
Andy Stanley Weighs in on Refugee Debate With 'Not So United States of America' Sermon
Pastor Andy Stanley addressed the hotly debated issue of refugees and religious liberty during his Sunday sermon, which was not livestreamed and was only released to online viewers on Thursday.
Should Christians Watch 'The Shack'?
Debate continues to swirl around the new film "The Shack," based on the best-selling novel, as notable Christian leaders contend it contains theological inaccuracies and Christians must be watchful.
Christian Leaders Urge Parents to Boycott 'Beauty and the Beast' Over Inclusion of 'Gay Moment'
Disney's upcoming "Beauty and the Beast" will include an "exclusively gay moment" on screen, a first for the company, according to the film's director. Notable Christian leaders are urging Christian parents to boycott it.
Islam Fastest Growing Religion, Set to Outpace Christianity: Pew
Islam is the fastest growing religion in the world and is set to outpace Christianity.
Why Should Evangelicals Observe Lent?
The season of Lent begins with Ash Wednesday and more evangelicals are starting to observe it despite historic objections to its origin and absence from the Bible.
Evangelical Leaders Say Religious Freedom for All, Not Just Christians
In response to a survey about national security and civil liberties in light of terror attacks, a group of notable evangelicals are rejecting a view of religious freedom that prioritizes Christians over other groups.
Only 1 in 10 Americans Have Biblical Worldview, Just 4 Percent of Millennials: Barna
Only 10 percent of Americans hold a distinctly biblical worldview, even though 46 percent of adults in the United States claim to lead a Christian life.
Assisted Suicide Sounds Compassionate but Reality Is Different, Human Rights Advocates Say
Legalizing assisted suicide opens the door for all kinds of human rights abuses, puts a price on human life, and diminishes the dignity of the human being, according to conservative leaders gathered at CPAC.
Carrie Underwood's 2-Year-Old Son Goes Viral Singing 'Jesus Loves Me'
Country star Carrie Underwood's son Isaiah, who turns 2 years old today, is rocketing across the Internet singing about the love of Jesus.
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Inside my meeting with Reza Pahlavi: His plan for a free Iran
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