# evangelical (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover evangelical. Page: Feed: --- ## [“Why Do You Pray to the Saints?” The Objection Every Orthodox Christian Hears](https://kennethbwrites.substack.com/p/why-do-you-pray-to-the-saints-the) _2026-08-21 · Kenneth B. · Becoming Orthodox_ When visitors first walk into an Orthodox Church they are immediately drawn to the images of men and women throughout history that adorn the walls of our churches. ## ["You Worship Mary!" The Objection Every Orthodox Christian Hears](https://kennethbwrites.substack.com/p/you-worship-mary-the-objection-every) _2026-08-19 · Kenneth B. · Becoming Orthodox_ There are some things you come to expect in life, things that occur with such regularity you can practically set your alarm by them: ## [The Christianity Nobody Talks About Anymore: The Priest Who Refused to Stay Home After Surgery](https://kennethbwrites.substack.com/p/the-christianity-nobody-talks-about) _2026-08-17 · Kenneth B. · Becoming Orthodox_ Last Wednesday night our priest confessor had a defibrillator installed for his heart. ## [Moving forward](https://thestrongwilledchild.substack.com/p/moving-forward) _2026-08-17 · A Crack in the Stained Glass · Stephanie Warren's Substack_ A life update ## [“That’s Not Biblical!” — Except, What About Your Church?](https://kennethbwrites.substack.com/p/thats-not-biblical-except-what-about) _2026-08-14 · Kenneth B. · Becoming Orthodox_ A Protestant-to-Orthodox Reflection on Scripture, Tradition, and the Ancient Faith We Sometimes Forget We Inherited ## [To be a Christian is to know a Person, not a Book](https://kennethbwrites.substack.com/p/to-be-a-christian-is-to-know-a-person) _2026-08-12 · Kenneth B. · Becoming Orthodox_ Sitting at coffee shops as often as I do, there are a lot of different kinds of people that one is exposed to: ## [Young People Have Found Something to Rebel Against; Modernity](https://kennethbwrites.substack.com/p/young-people-have-found-something) _2026-08-10 · Kenneth B. · Becoming Orthodox_ The Kids Are Rebelling Again. This Time, They’re Becoming Orthodox. ## [Are We Witnessing the Collapse of Evangelicalism in Real Time?](https://kennethbwrites.substack.com/p/are-we-witnessing-the-collapse-of) _2026-08-07 · Kenneth B. · Becoming Orthodox_ Why Christians Raised on Modern Church Culture Are Rediscovering Ancient Orthodox Christianity ## [No Contact](https://thestrongwilledchild.substack.com/p/no-contact-b44) _2026-08-05 · A Crack in the Stained Glass · Stephanie Warren's Substack_ Youth Of A Nation Pt. 2 ## [The Apocrypha Problem: What If We Don’t Know Who Wrote the Protestant Old Testament Either?](https://kennethbwrites.substack.com/p/the-apocrypha-problem-what-if-we) _2026-08-05 · Kenneth B. · Becoming Orthodox_ One of the interesting phenomena I’ve been able to witness up close and personal over the last few years is the number of visitors to our parish who, though raised Christian of some sort, were stirred to visit an Orthodox Church because they had begun reading 2nd Temple apocryphal books they had never read up till that point in their life. ## [A Friend Gave You $30 (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/AofpLSOzlWFk) _2026-08-05 · **Sponsored**_ Sign up, deposit $5 within 30 days, and start investing with expert guidance. ## [No Contact](https://thestrongwilledchild.substack.com/p/no-contact-f7f) _2026-08-04 · A Crack in the Stained Glass · Stephanie Warren's Substack_ Youth Of A Nation Pt. 1 ## [No Contact](https://thestrongwilledchild.substack.com/p/no-contact-70e) _2026-08-03 · A Crack in the Stained Glass · Stephanie Warren's Substack_ Room Raids: An Invasion of Privacy Pt. 2 ## ['The Scandal of the Evangelical Mind' and the Recent Surge in Orthodox Christianity & Roman Catholicism](https://kennethbwrites.substack.com/p/the-scandal-of-the-evangelical-mind) _2026-08-03 · Kenneth B. · Becoming Orthodox_ Why are young and old continuing to inquire into Ancient Christianity? ## [What an Orthodox Priest Taught Me About Being Wrong](https://kennethbwrites.substack.com/p/what-an-orthodox-priest-taught-me) _2026-07-31 · Kenneth B. · Becoming Orthodox_ Why the holiest people I know are often the quickest to admit they are sinners ## [No Contact](https://thestrongwilledchild.substack.com/p/no-contact-ba8) _2026-07-29 · A Crack in the Stained Glass · Stephanie Warren's Substack_ Room Raids: An invasion of privacy ## [We Have Never Had More Community. So Why Are We So Lonely? - Orthodox Christian Reflections](https://kennethbwrites.substack.com/p/we-have-never-had-more-community) _2026-07-29 · Kenneth B. · Becoming Orthodox_ Why Orthodox Churches Don’t Try to Cure Loneliness With Small Talk ## [No Contact](https://thestrongwilledchild.substack.com/p/no-contact-fb5) _2026-07-22 · A Crack in the Stained Glass · Stephanie Warren's Substack_ How the Evangelical Media Shaped a Generation Pt. 2 ## [No Contact](https://thestrongwilledchild.substack.com/p/no-contact-817) _2026-07-20 · A Crack in the Stained Glass · Stephanie Warren's Substack_ How the Evangelical Media Shaped a Generation ## [No Contact](https://thestrongwilledchild.substack.com/p/no-contact-82b) _2026-07-14 · A Crack in the Stained Glass · Stephanie Warren's Substack_ How Evangelicals forced a Generation to Sacrifice what was meant to be Sacred Pt. 2 ## [No Contact](https://thestrongwilledchild.substack.com/p/no-contact-781) _2026-07-09 · A Crack in the Stained Glass · Stephanie Warren's Substack_ How Evangelicals forced a Generation to Sacrifice what was meant to be Sacred Pt 1 ## [Brisk AI News Briefings (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OaFfWHdhohHD) _2026-07-09 · **Sponsored**_ Read AI summaries and listen to audio briefings for top stories. ## [No Contact](https://thestrongwilledchild.substack.com/p/no-contact-51d) _2026-07-07 · A Crack in the Stained Glass · Stephanie Warren's Substack_ Identifying how evangelical language was used to create dependency Pt. 2 ## [Part 2 of My Interview on "Theology for the Curious"](https://exploringthefaith.substack.com/p/part-2-of-my-interview-on-theology) _2026-03-20 · Curt Parton · Exploring the Faith_ Here’s part 2 of the interview I did with a UK podcast Theology for the Curious: ## [Podcast Interview on "Theology for the Curious" (Part 1)](https://exploringthefaith.substack.com/p/podcast-interview-on-theology-for) _2026-03-18 · Curt Parton · Exploring the Faith_ Here’s a recent interview I did with a UK podcast Theology for the Curious: ## [A Brief Update](https://exploringthefaith.substack.com/p/a-brief-update) _2026-03-15 · Curt Parton · Exploring the Faith_ Some of you may have noticed my writing on Substack has been tapering off considerably. ## [Reaping What We've Sown: Fear and Suspicion](https://exploringthefaith.substack.com/p/reaping-what-weve-sown-fear-and-suspicion) _2026-02-18 · Curt Parton · Exploring the Faith_ How the seeds of our past are determining much of what we're dealing with now ## [Universalism and Romans 9](https://exploringthefaith.substack.com/p/universalism-and-romans-9) _2026-01-24 · Curt Parton · Exploring the Faith_ "Calvinism, Arminianism, and Universalism" excerpt from my book "Until the Last One's Found" ## [Evangelicals at War](https://exploringthefaith.substack.com/p/evangelicals-at-war) _2026-01-21 · Curt Parton · Exploring the Faith_ Evangelicals become increasingly caught up in political and cultural combat ## [Universalism and Irresistible Grace](https://exploringthefaith.substack.com/p/universalism-and-irresistible-grace) _2026-01-08 · Curt Parton · Exploring the Faith_ "Calvinism, Arminianism, and Universalism" excerpt from my book "Until the Last One's Found" ## [Universalism and Limited Atonement](https://exploringthefaith.substack.com/p/universalism-and-limited-atonement) _2025-12-19 · Curt Parton · Exploring the Faith_ "Calvinism, Arminianism, and Universalism" excerpt from my book "Until the Last One's Found" ## [Taking Sides: Evangelicals and the GOP](https://exploringthefaith.substack.com/p/taking-sides-evangelicals-and-the) _2025-12-17 · Curt Parton · Exploring the Faith_ Winning a place at the table, but losing our witness ## [Open directory of blogs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/EheZiZLSWXdJ) _2025-12-17 · **Sponsored**_ Drop URLs or OPML — get per-blog pages plus machine-readable JSON, OPML, text ## [Universalism and Unconditional Election](https://exploringthefaith.substack.com/p/universalism-and-unconditional-election) _2025-12-10 · Curt Parton · Exploring the Faith_ "Calvinism, Arminianism, and Universalism" excerpt from my book "Until the Last One's Found" ## [Empowering Youth: Engaging the Next Generation in Mission Outreach](https://missionoutreachjournal.substack.com/p/empowering-youth-engaging-the-next) _2025-04-08 · Mission Outreach Journal · Mission Outreach Journal_ Across the US, churches are engaging youth in mission outreach by blending digital innovation, mentorship, and immersive service experiences. Discover how this fresh approach is shaping next-generation evangelism. ## [Locked Up Inside You: A Reflection on Skillet](https://unraveling.substack.com/p/locked-up-inside-you-a-reflection) _2025-04-04 · Cam · Unraveling_ Tracing the arc of one of Christian music's strangest bands ## [Navigating the Pitfalls of Cross-Cultural Mission Work](https://missionoutreachjournal.substack.com/p/navigating-the-pitfalls-of-cross) _2025-03-30 · Mission Outreach Journal · Mission Outreach Journal_ Navigating cross-cultural mission work is a journey filled with both challenges and profound opportunities. We explore the pitfalls of cultural misunderstandings, dependency, and ethical dilemmas while offering practical strategies—from comprehensive pre-departure training to managing personal challenges like culture shock—to empower missionaries and church partners to build respectful,… ## [How to Engage Your Local Community in Mission Outreach](https://missionoutreachjournal.substack.com/p/how-to-engage-your-local-community) _2025-03-29 · Mission Outreach Journal · Mission Outreach Journal_ Discover how to spark lasting change in your neighborhood with simple, heartfelt outreach. This post breaks down practical strategies for local mission outreach—from building a dedicated team and hosting community events to crafting genuine connections through community evangelism. Learn to understand your community's needs, honor individuality, and create programs that truly make a difference. ## [An Examination of the American Church’s Missionary Failures Abroad](https://missionoutreachjournal.substack.com/p/an-examination-of-the-american-churchs) _2025-03-28 · Mission Outreach Journal · Mission Outreach Journal_ Explore how cultural insensitivity, financial mismanagement, and neo-colonial attitudes have undermined the American church’s global missionary efforts. This article draws on scholarly research and firsthand accounts to reveal how inadequate training for missionaries has strained local relationships and offers key lessons for fostering more respectful, accountable ministry. ## [Creative Access and the Hidden Realities of Missionary Work in Repressive Countries](https://missionoutreachjournal.substack.com/p/creative-access-and-the-hidden-realities) _2025-03-26 · Mission Outreach Journal · Mission Outreach Journal_ Missionaries in creative access countries risk everything to share the Gospel. Operating under extreme repression—from harsh detentions in China and Iran to the threat of execution in Saudi Arabia—they use coded strategies to protect themselves and local believers. Learn how these brave individuals navigate dangerous environments and discover ways your church can support them through education,… ## [United in Mission: Embracing Spiritual Unity in the Body of Christ](https://missionoutreachjournal.substack.com/p/united-in-mission-embracing-spiritual) _2025-03-23 · Mission Outreach Journal · Mission Outreach Journal_ United in mission, our shared Gospel unites us to reach the lost and transform communities worldwide. Despite differences in doctrine, our commitment to Jesus empowers us to work together as one family of believers. When churches and missions join forces, we become a beacon of hope that overcomes darkness. Let's stand united and shine His light across the globe. ## [Sex & Gender Part 1: Fear](https://unraveling.substack.com/p/sex-and-gender-part-1-fear) _2025-03-14 · Cam · Unraveling_ Or, why "homophobia" doesn't mean much to the evangelical ## [The Argument Ladder: A Taxonomy of Slogans](https://unraveling.substack.com/p/the-argument-ladder-a-taxonomy-of) _2025-03-04 · Cam · Unraveling_ Applying the ladder system to MAGA, He Gets Us, Black Lives Matter, and other rallying phrases ## [Word of Faith Movement: Its Spiritual Dangers and Damaging Impact on Global Missions](https://missionoutreachjournal.substack.com/p/word-of-faith-movement-its-spiritual) _2025-03-03 · Mission Outreach Journal · Mission Outreach Journal_ Explore our critical analysis on how the Word of Faith movement's promise of instant miracles distorts the gospel in mission fields. Learn how its transactional approach can undermine local communities and hinder genuine, long-term discipleship. ## [What It Means for a Church to Be Missions-Minded: Evidence and Impact](https://missionoutreachjournal.substack.com/p/what-it-means-for-a-church-to-be) _2025-03-02 · Mission Outreach Journal · Mission Outreach Journal_ A missions-minded church isn’t just about local outreach—it’s about embracing the global call to spread the gospel. From supporting missionaries to creating a culture of mission in everyday life, discover what makes a church truly committed to the Great Commission and the powerful impact it can have on communities around the world. ## [Weekly Roundup — Feb. 28, 2025](https://missionoutreachjournal.substack.com/p/weekly-roundup-feb-28-2025) _2025-02-28 · Mission Outreach Journal · Mission Outreach Journal_ Explore top articles published on Mission Outreach Journal ## [The History of Evangelical Missions in Muslim Countries](https://missionoutreachjournal.substack.com/p/the-history-of-evangelical-missions) _2025-02-27 · Mission Outreach Journal · Mission Outreach Journal_ Explore the complex journey of evangelical missions in Muslim-majority countries—from early interfaith encounters and medieval dialogues to modern Protestant movements and contemporary challenges. Delve into how historical events, colonial legacies, and evolving strategies have shaped a narrative of persistence, adaptation, and intercultural exchange, offering a balanced view of gradual progress… ## [The Argument Ladder](https://unraveling.substack.com/p/the-argument-ladder) _2025-02-21 · Cam · Unraveling_ A system for negotiating (or avoiding) conflicts ## [Why I’m Writing This Thing](https://unraveling.substack.com/p/why-im-writing-this-thing) _2025-02-13 · Cam · Unraveling_ and who is it for, anyway?