Billy Hallowell
Articles by Billy Hallowell
Higher Ground: Charitable giving takes a notable dip
Welcome to Higher Ground, a newsletter and website, dedicated to helping families of faith navigate a chaotic world with rigorous reporting, commentary and analysis on national, global and cultural issues. Published June 26, 2023
A look at the very real, very deadly ramifications of Christian persecution around the globe
Joel Veldkamp, the head of international communications for Christian Solidarity International, talks with Higher Ground's Billy Hallowell about the deadly ramifications of Christian persecution around the world. Published June 23, 2023
Christians must work to ensure First Amendment rights stay protected
"Freedom for me and none for thee" has moved from a mere mantra to a disquieting, freedom-shattering reality in some sectors, with many citizens and government officials flagrantly forgetting the reality that liberty and justice are truly for all. Published June 21, 2023
LISTEN: Exploring the recent rise of conservatism in America
Listen to Higher Ground with Billy Hallowell, where we bring light amid the chaos of our world, covering the intersection of faith, politics, and culture. Published June 19, 2023
Higher Ground: Inside the return of Catholic chaplains at Walter Reed
A friendly reminder: Higher Ground is no longer just a newsletter; it has expanded to its own section on The Washington Times homepage. If you enjoy the faith-centric collection of news and opinion focused on the intersection of culture and politics, you can read it daily at http://highergroundtimes.com/. Published June 19, 2023
Ideological ‘Red Wave’ emerging amid America’s moral meltdown; Americans pushing past cancel culture
Something is happening in America. What began as quiet murmurings and whispered complaints quickly grew into a crescendo of perturbation, consternation and dismay. Published June 15, 2023
Higher Ground: ‘The Chosen’ thinks globally, Kirk Cameron talks new book
Dive deep into this week's major faith-centric headlines. Kirk Cameron shares his perspective on his new children's book, "Pride Comes Before the Fall;" takes a look back on the life and legacy of televangelist Pat Robertson and go behind-the-scenes with "The Chosen" as they make moves to bring the show to a global audience. Published June 12, 2023
South Carolina high school valedictorian skips benign graduation speech, stresses Christian faith
There is no shortage of negative news about America's young people, the supposedly dilapidated state of faith in the U.S., moral depravity, and our ever-chaotic mental health trends. Published June 7, 2023
Higher Ground: Inside the ‘unprecedented backlash’ behind ‘Pride Month’
Even before the June 1 kickoff to "Pride Month," a 30-day celebration of LGBTQ+ people and causes, there was "an unprecedented backlash" from conservatives and others over the deep involvement of corporate America, The Washington Times' Valerie Richardson reported. Published June 5, 2023
Why a North Korean toddler’s Bible arrest offers a dire warning to America
"The entire family, including a 2-year-old child, were given life sentences in political prison camps." Published May 31, 2023
4 disturbing revelations from late-term abortion doctor’s interview
With the overturning of Roe v. Wade has come an increasing flow of disturbing pro-choice rhetoric, unsettling attacks on pregnancy centers -- and some macabre revelations. Published May 25, 2023
Higher Ground: How a digital microscope found ‘hidden’ notes in 1,100-year-old Hebrew Bible
A $700 digital microscope helped unlock "hidden" editorial notes in a 1,100-year-old Hebrew Bible known as the "Codex Sassoon," a noted scholar said. Published May 22, 2023
Did Facebook just censor Jesus? Bizarre ‘hate speech’ message sparks concern
Though some might disagree with the proclamation "Jesus died so you could live," there's certainly nothing about the wording that any rational person would call "hate speech." Published May 18, 2023
Higher Ground: Inside Millennials’ biblical crisis
The millennial generation -- those born between 1981 and 1996 -- was the 'least closely connected to biblical Christianity before the pandemic, and that connection was made even weaker' by the end of the pandemic. Published May 15, 2023
America’s worship of creation over Creator sending us over a cultural cliff
Admiring a piece of art or architecture generally leads to accolades for the painters, creatives or builders responsible, with praise for their passion, zest and inventiveness abounding. Published May 10, 2023
‘I Am a Sinner, Saved by His Grace’: Another Side to Fox News’ Shannon Bream
"Fox News Sunday" host Shannon Bream is known for thoughtfully tackling the political and cultural issues of the day. But she's also been a consistently faithful voice, sharing her Christian beliefs and the power she sees in Scripture. Published May 9, 2023
How abandoning God created dangerous ‘loneliness crisis’
After years of calling for -- and at moments demanding -- social isolation and distancing, the federal government is now sounding the alarm on a ubiquitous "loneliness crisis." Published May 4, 2023
Dear Patti LuPone: The ‘Christian Right’ and the Taliban are far from the same
Some say "ignorance is bliss," but a recent on-air proclamation uttered during a meandering segment on "The View" reveals that oblivion can be truly heartbreaking, unlettered and damaging. Published April 27, 2023
New horror film exploring ‘roots of evil’ delivers terrifying message for America
Evil is real, yet the obsessively material nature of our contemporary culture has prevented far too many people from seeing beyond the trappings of our fleeting world. Published April 19, 2023
Jennifer Garner shows that sometimes Hollywood gets it right
Hollywood might seem like the last place on earth from which you would want to glean parenting advice, yet actress Jennifer Garner's recent social media mantra offers a viable -- and arguably essential -- childrearing blueprint. Published April 12, 2023
