Billy Hallowell
Articles by Billy Hallowell
Did Trump just save free speech?
President-elect Donald Trump has obliterated the progressive megaplex. From the news media to Silicon Valley -- and even comedy -- Mr. Trump's re-ascension is igniting a new era of free speech and freedom that just months ago seemed incomprehensible. Published January 8, 2025
The dangerous rot secretly festering inside our colleges
A pervasive rot is festering in the bowels of many American colleges and universities -- a dangerous dynamic that threatens free speech and deprives young minds of rigor and truth. Published December 31, 2024
Will Trump save Christianity?
In an era of rampant secularism and cultural tides attempting to wipe away public professions of faith, a second Trump administration offers a new political era of promise for the faithful. Published December 24, 2024
Horror: What ex-Muslims in Iraq face after becoming Christians
Ex-Muslims in Iraq who convert to Christianity face consequences that could range from beatings to kidnappings -- or even death. Published December 22, 2024
Bible prophecy fulfilled? What pastors, theologians say about the birth of Christ
Jesus' birth story has captivated billions of people for more than two millennia, as the Bible details a loving God's decision to send His Son to die for the sins of humanity -- and live again. Published December 21, 2024
Proofs of Jesus’ birth, death and resurrection
What proof do we have that Jesus lived, died -- and rose again? Published December 18, 2024
The Supreme Court move that should terrify American parents
Your kids are not your own. That seems to be the message emanating from some of our public school systems, where administrators and leaders create problematic policies that drive a wedge between parents and their children. Published December 11, 2024
‘Lord of the Rings’ star John Rhys-Davies on Christianity’s incredible impact
John Rhys-Davies joins Billy Hallowell for a powerful discussion of what drives him to Judeo-Christian-themed projects and what he hopes people learn from his new podcast, "Scrooge: A Christmas Carol." Published December 7, 2024
Denzel Washington is the real-life hero America needs
In an era filled with people who are often too petrified to speak the truth, Hollywood A-lister Denzel Washington is an absolute breath of fresh air. Published December 4, 2024
Higher Ground newsletter: Faith and culture news
Welcome to Higher Ground, the faith-centric newsletter focused on the intersection of culture and politics from experienced journalists at The Washington Times. Published December 2, 2024
Biden’s ‘vile’ award for abortion activist Cecile Richards must be met with this response
We must take our righteous anger and frustration over the abortion issue and the work former Planned Parenthood chief Cecile Richards has done, place it to the side, and pray for her to have clarity and a changed heart. And we must also ask God for mercy as she experiences one of the most tragic and difficult circumstances and fights for her life. Published November 27, 2024
Higher Ground newsletter: Avoid political fights at Thanksgiving
Welcome to Higher Ground, the faith-centric newsletter focused on the intersection of culture and politics from experienced journalists at The Washington Times. Published November 25, 2024
For KING + COUNTRY to share gospel message of redemption in theaters across America
Just months after singers Joel and Luke Smallbone brought their family's story to the big screen in biopic "Unsung Hero," the duo are heading back to theaters with a new project, "A Drummer Boy Christmas Live." Published November 22, 2024
Why Democrats lost the election
As Democrats are forced to contend with the underlying factors underpinning their massive Election Day defeat, there are essentially three camps that have taken form. Published November 20, 2024
Higher Ground newsletter: Alarming antisemitism spike rocks the globe
Welcome to Higher Ground, the faith-centric newsletter focused on the intersection of culture and politics from experienced journalists at The Washington Times. Published November 18, 2024
Politician on trial for sharing Bible verse, Christian views refuses to back down
A member of Finland's parliament who has faced a years-long legal battle after sharing a Bible verse on social media refuses to back down from her freedom fight. Published November 17, 2024
The most toxic result of the 2024 election
It's normal for disappointment and frustration to reign after a person or party's candidate loses, but what we're seeing right now is a different dynamic -- an infernal enigma leading some vexed by Vice President Kamala Harris' loss to lash out in abnormal and unfortunate ways. Published November 13, 2024
Higher Ground newsletter: Pro-lifers win major victories in election
Welcome to Higher Ground, the faith-centric newsletter focused on the intersection of culture and politics from experienced journalists at The Washington Times. Published November 11, 2024
Jail time for sharing a Bible verse? Terrifying persecution case should rattle the world
Paivi Rasanen, a member of the Finnish Parliament who previously served as the nation's interior secretary, has spent years in court after being brought up on hate crimes charges simply for expressing her Christian beliefs. Published November 6, 2024
Billy Hallowell: 5 prayers for election day
Considering the chaos of today's election, here are five prayers that will save our nation and help us survive. Published November 5, 2024
