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Evangelical roundup for February 1, 2024

John Fea   |  February 1, 2024

What is happening in Evangelical land?

Can evangelicalism have a constructive vision?

A Denver evangelical congregation opens an overnight shelter for migrants.

Ryan Burge on “cultural evangelicalism“

Christian college presidents gather:

We're grateful presidents from @AndersonU, @BethelIndiana, and @HuntingtonU were able to spend time with @SenToddYoung during last week's 2024 #CCCUPresConf Hill Day meetings. https://t.co/fCIhokXWSL

— CCCU (@cccuorg) January 31, 2024

Evangelicals and European elections

World Vision’s READ II Project:

Our READ II project launched in 2018, with a primary goal of improving the reading proficiency and educational attainment of 15 million children in seven target regions. pic.twitter.com/b9pHC5GrwB

— World Vision (@WorldVision) January 30, 2024

Shane Claiborne on the Alabama nitrogen execution case.

Shane on Biden cutting funds for Gaza hospitals:

When you think Joe Biden and this administration can’t possibly make a bigger mess. And then they cut funds for hospitals in Gaza. I am sick at my stomach. https://t.co/CUX8agkZCV

— Shane Claiborne (@ShaneClaiborne) January 29, 2024

World Vision prays for peace in conflict zones.

An update on the National Association of Evangelicals reconciliation project.

Evangelicals speak out in support of the Tax Relief for American Families and Workers Act.

Christian power or Christian principles?:

Are we interested in Christian power or Christian principles? Listen into this conversation with Paul Miller, author of "The Religion of American Greatness: What's Wrong With Christian Nationalism." It will challenge & encourage you!

Listen Here: https://t.co/2mQDuynqnf pic.twitter.com/EQ1jqkQtYv

— National Association of Evangelicals (@NAEvangelicals) January 29, 2024

Justin Giboney on the border:

Great insights from Justin Giboney on the Southern Border and a way forward. https://t.co/6ji0fkJkRd

— Dr. Derwin L. Gray (@DerwinLGray) January 31, 2024

Athletes in Action evangelical sports ministry endorses Esau McCaulley:

On the eve of black history month check out this clip then go follow;@esaumccaulley @LisaVFields @jude3project

Gotta understand we all come from different places as we consider God. Lord, help me. https://t.co/vH2lB06B30

— Athletes In Action – UNM (@aiaUNM) January 30, 2024

What evangelicals should learn from Martin Luther King Jr.

World Relief’s director of policy on attempts to impeach Mayorkas:

Policy disagreements with the Secretary of Homeland Security are legitimate, but impeachment is supposed to be for “high crimes & misdemeanors”

Here’s a point-by-point analysis of the charges against Sec Mayorkas — largely charges that’d also apply to each of his predecessors https://t.co/bIMqbkxIUZ

— Matthew Soerens (@MatthewSoerens) January 30, 2024

An evangelical pastor’s valiant attempt to save his two sons and his own life in a house fire.

Jim Wallis interviews Tim Alberta:

I really enjoyed my conversation with @TimAlberta about his book "The Kingdom, the Power & the Glory," which raises the questions: What is the purpose of the Christian church? And why have so many white evangelicals sold their souls for Donald Trump? https://t.co/f02X1goEKF

— Jim Wallis (@jimwallis) January 18, 2024

World Relief’s Top 10 photos of 2023.

Southern Baptists are set to nominate an native American pastor for president. And here. An interview here.

Former Obama aide Michael Wear’s new book:

I worry about a church that fears the power of culture and politics more than it fears the power of God. There's a better way. https://t.co/QMUld70yeX

— Michael Wear (@MichaelRWear) January 31, 2024

75 years of “How Great Thou Art“

Lecrae on prayer:

I don’t even mean that in some condescending or social media quotable way. I just mean man…my screen time vs my prayer time is showing me what I value most.

— Lecrae (@lecrae) January 25, 2024

Samaritan’s Purse on the ground in Selma:

It was a special moment last week as our team joined together with homeowners and members of the Selma, Alabama community to worship the Lord as we dedicated newly-built homes to replace those lost in last year’s tornado. See more: https://t.co/ThrCB5n5XU pic.twitter.com/LsWmU3BgpW

— Samaritan's Purse (@SamaritansPurse) January 31, 2024

Blast from the past:

Evangelical Zionist Mike Evans: It’s time to bomb Iran.

Jack Hibbs prays in the House:

Far-right anti-LGBTQ pastor Jack Hibbs delivered an opening prayer in the House of Representatives today. pic.twitter.com/MzhRQJcvbn

— Right Wing Watch (@RightWingWatch) January 30, 2024

A former Trump official is now running D. James Kennedy Center for Christian Statesmanship.

Greg Laurie’s new cartoon series:

Here is another clip from the first episode of “The Adventures of Ben Born Again and YellowDog.”

It will have its worldwide premiere on February 1 on the Harvest+ app!

Sign up for news about the show here:https://t.co/elnDCHCEwP pic.twitter.com/DSSKak4L4I

— Greg Laurie (@greglaurie) January 30, 2024

A defense of Alistair Begg on evangelicals attending gay marriages. Another defense here. Begg says he’s “not ready to repent” because he doesn’t have to.

Owen Strachan and Grant Castleberry have their own opinions on Begg:

We Christians need to show love and compassion to sinners, but we cannot give approval to sin (Romans 1:32).

Grant Castleberry and I discuss on my podcast: "Alistair Begg: A Loving Response."

YouTube: https://t.co/Os1nOO8JfZ

Spotify: https://t.co/Plgve9QlmE pic.twitter.com/VE3qKuddxT

— Owen Strachan (@ostrachan) January 31, 2024

Biden’s DOJ hates you:

ATTN CHRISTIANS ACROSS AMERICA:

It’s time to start paying attention. Biden’s DOJ hates you and your faith. They will stop at nothing to silence you. #HoldTheLine pic.twitter.com/wFny9CGV34

— Sean Feucht (@seanfeucht) January 30, 2024

This week’s evangelical sports hero is Brock Purdy.

And here:

Brock Purdy; CJ Stroud; Jonathan Isaac. You love to see it: Christian athletes LIGHTING IT UP with the gospel.

Ace sports commentator Jon Root (@JonnyRoot_) and I discuss on my podcast, Grace & Truth.

YouTube: https://t.co/w8LIrr22kb

Spotify: https://t.co/Q9ba4HdSGY pic.twitter.com/IXhWVbjY2Z

— Owen Strachan (@ostrachan) January 30, 2024

And here:

.@BrockPurdy13 said, “I believe that Jesus Christ did come down, & died for my sins & rose again, & He is living & sitting beside God (the Father) on the throne…It’s not just some story fairytale thing. It’s real.” God bless him! I’ll be cheering for him come Super Bowl Sunday!

— Franklin Graham (@Franklin_Graham) January 30, 2024

And here:

With all the hype around a certain celebrity singer and the Super Bowl, this is the story I much prefer to hear. Tremendous young man and great player @brockpurdy13 https://t.co/OOJZgTSEW3

— Jack Graham (@jackngraham) January 29, 2024

Franklin wants to bring back the Wonderful World of Disney:

I was reading this article where the author says he wishes long-time Disney star Kurt Russell would take over Disney and bring it back to its more wholesome roots. I can’t help but agree with him. America needs the old Wonderful World of Disney. https://t.co/IrCvTIONSe

— Franklin Graham (@Franklin_Graham) January 30, 2024

There is only one issue for many conservative evangelicals:

Single-issue voting as an anti-abortion Christian has never been more right than it is now.https://t.co/3l6vtX1jSw

— Tom Buck (Five Point Buck) (@TomBuck) January 31, 2024

According to Liberty University’s Standing for Freedom Center director, the game is on:

Classic worldview test right here. If evolution is true, then game on. Bionic man doesn’t trample on God’s design but is merely maximizing utility with machinery and biology. But if God’s Word is true, then we’re contending with Imago Dei and will face dire consequences. https://t.co/o9vtEjTS6p

— Ryan Helfenbein (@RHelfenbein) January 30, 2024

Albert Mohler on the southern border.

Lindsey Graham meets with a Christian college president to discuss pilots:

I enjoyed meeting with Keith Faulkner, the President of Charleston Southern University. 

Charleston Southern is a great school with a tremendous future. Their professional pilot program is helping to address the shortage of commercial pilots in the United States. pic.twitter.com/hICkS5zfv8

— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) January 25, 2024

Charisma magazine editor Steven Strang calls Mike Bickle’s alleged sex abuse a “spiritual attack.”

Jentezen Franklin in Northern Israel:

Thank you for your prayers and support for the nation of Israel. Our current project in Northern Israel is under constant threat from Hezzbolah terrorist attacks. The emergency medical center will help bring comfort to the region and save lives. Click here to learn more:…

— Jentezen Franklin (@Jentezen) January 31, 2024

Jack Graham’s church bring the family members of Hamas hostages to his church:

Hamas terrorists still brutally hold over 100 people hostage, including family members of those in the Dallas/Ft. Worth community. This morning, we welcomed family members of those held by Hamas to church to tell their stories. Please watch & please pray for these captives to be… pic.twitter.com/Mfb8UdgnCr

— Jack Graham (@jackngraham) January 28, 2024

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