David Closson and Joy Zavalick

David Closson and Joy Zavalick

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  • ‘God made Trump’ appeals to a Christian Nationalism foreign to the Bible

    ‘God made Trump’ appeals to a Christian Nationalism foreign to the Bible

    On January 5, the former president shared a video on Truth Social titled “God Made Trump.” Although not produced by the Trump campaign, the president promoted the video, which was amplified on X by Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) and Pastor Paula White and viewed by millions.

  • In Twitter debate over religious freedom, Rep. Ilhan Omar is right

    In Twitter debate over religious freedom, Rep. Ilhan Omar is right

    Ironically, Omar, who has often been antagonistic to Christian moral beliefs throughout her legislative career, is spot on in her defense of religious freedom.

  • MacArthur highlights Newsom’s unbiblical worldview

    MacArthur highlights Newsom’s unbiblical worldview

    Irrespective of political affiliation or party loyalty, all Christians, whether living in California or elsewhere, should pray that Gov. Gavin Newsom responds to Pastor John MacArthur’s petition to forsake wickedness, respond to the Gospel and use his office to advance the cause of righteousness.

  • 4 compelling reasons for the Senate to oppose redefining marriage

    4 compelling reasons for the Senate to oppose redefining marriage

    For the sake of children, religious liberty, federalism, and the truth about marriage, senators should reject codifying Obergefell into federal law and oppose the misleadingly named Respect for Marriage Act.

  • What would Jesus do with pride parades?

    What would Jesus do with pride parades?

    The Bible is clear about God’s design for marriage and sexuality and teaches that operating outside of God’s will only leads to pain and hurt. Thus, as June ends, we can be sure that Jesus would not have waved a rainbow flag or marched in a Pride parade.

  • No communion for thee: Nancy Pelosi, abortion and pastoral authority

    No communion for thee: Nancy Pelosi, abortion and pastoral authority

    The outrage expressed by many in the media over the archbishop’s decision demonstrates once again how disconnected most Americans are from basic Christian teachings on ecclesial authority.

  • 10 tips for discussing infertility with compassion

    10 tips for discussing infertility with compassion

    Having a reservoir of helpful words to share with those facing infertility is an essential component of loving those particular neighbors well. Knowing which words are unhelpful to say is equally important.

  • A zero star review for Yelp’s abortion activism

    A zero star review for Yelp’s abortion activism

    Yelp has caved to pressure from the abortion lobby and hidden its true utilitarian agenda behind a façade of female empowerment. Other cowardly corporations will likely follow suit. As companies increasingly reveal their true colors and lack of spine, Christians must carefully consider which ones receive their business.

  • Biden’s Supreme Court nominee refuses to define the word 'woman'

    Biden’s Supreme Court nominee refuses to define the word 'woman'

    President Biden promised to nominate a black woman to the nation’s highest court, and Judge Jackson meets both of those criteria. But the judge’s own refusal to define the word “woman” during her confirmation hearing is disturbing because it suggests an accommodation to a postmodern worldview unable to assert basic truths about human embodiment.

  • Guatemala declared pro-life capital of Latin America

    Guatemala declared pro-life capital of Latin America

    May courage breed more courage, and may all of us who care about the dignity and value of the unborn look to Guatemala’s example.