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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42.4M babies killed by abortion in 2019; here's what's ahead for US abortion laws in 2020
In 2019, around 42.4 million pregnancies ended in abortion worldwide. According to Worldometers, which tabulates global statistics on abortion procedures based on the most current available figures from the World Health Organization, 40 to 50 million abortions are performed annually worldwide.
'Roaring Twenties' prayer initiative calling on 1M young Christians to fast, pray for awakening
Christian leaders are calling on 1 million people, particularly youth in the United States, to fast and pray for an awakening at the beginning of each year this decade as part of the "Roaring Twenties" fast.
First person to legally obtain 'nonbinary' gender status now calls it ‘psychologically harmful’
The first person to obtain legal nonbinary gender designation on ID cards and U.S. documents has called the scheme a sham and recently changed his legal sex marker back to male to accurately reflect his biological sex.
Bill Johnson elaborates on why they prayed for resurrection of dead; mother calls it 'victory story'
Following a weeklong prayer effort from around the world, interceding for the resurrection of a 2-year-old child who died suddenly earlier this month, Bethel Church Senior Leader Bill Johnson is elaborating why his church prayed as they did.
Temptation is more dangerous to the soul than demonic possession, exorcist says
Possession is not the "most common" or "dangerous" aspect of the demonic realm but temptation is, according to an exorcist ordained and trained by the Catholic Church.
Kanye West releases 'Jesus Is Born' album, follow-up to 'Jesus Is King'
Rap artist Kanye West released his new album Jesus Is Born on Christmas Day, continuing his foray into the world of gospel music.
Notre Dame Cathedral might not be saved, rector fears
The beloved Notre Dame Cathedral might never be restored due to the extent of structural damage caused by the accidental fire in April, according to the church's rector.
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.
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