Late Christian evangelist David Wilkerson's legacy lives on, as Teen Challenge continues to transform lives and help people break addictions. The Christian Post's Leonardo Blair joins Billy Hallowell to explain how Wilkerson ended up having an encounter that "would ultimately lead him, with the help of his younger brother, Don Wilkerson, to start a street ministry in 1958 targeting young drug addicts and gang members in New York City, which became Teen Challenge." Listen to the powerful story....
Apr 26, 2025•13 min
The removal of a Jesus painting from the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy has sparked debate, chaos, demands for its return — and furor among some. The Christian Post's Jon Brown joins Billy Hallowell to share the back story, why the painting was taken down and where things currently stand. He also shares what midshipmen told him about the meaning of the painting to them and why some would like to see it put back on display.
Apr 18, 2025•10 min
A stunning new study showing British Christians were less likely to have a high opinion of Jews or express support for Israel compared to their American peers is making headlines. But what's driving these findings — and why do they matter? Christian Post reporter Samantha Kamman breaks it all down with Billy Hallowell on today's episode of "The Inside Story." Read more about the findings and data here ....
Apr 07, 2025•9 min
Should Christians and churches fear artificial intelligence? How are believers responding? The Christian Post's Leonardo Blair joins Billy Hallowell to break down the issue and to explain how Gloo, a leading technology platform connecting the faith ecosystem, is helping usher in understanding. "With a plan to shape technology, particularly Artificial Intelligence, toward positive endeavors, Gloo ... announced Monday that Pat Gelsinger, the former CEO of multinational technology company Intel, ha...
Mar 30, 2025•13 min
A recent debate within the Presbyterian Church in America over racial affinity groups has gained national attention in recent weeks after criticism was raised online about a "Black Fellowship Dinner" that was only open to black members. The Christian Post's Jon Brown breaks down the story and why it matters. Read more: PCA church in California stirs debate for racially segregated dinner: 'A dividing wall' Presbyterian Church in America affirms ethnic 'affinity groups' amid racial tensions...
Mar 22, 2025•10 min
President Donald Trump's address before a joint session of Congress continues to make waves. The record-breaking speech continues to reverberate throughout media, with the commander-in-chief spending his time furthering his agenda and doubling down on key issues. The Christian Post's Ryan Foley joins Billy Hallowell on "The Inside Story" to break down these issues, the Democratic reponse — and more.
Mar 09, 2025•9 min
Wheaton College, a private Evangelical college in Wheaton, Illinois, is facing intense critique over the removal of a social media post that "congratulated alumnus Russell Vought for his appointment in the Trump administration." The drama surrounding the incident has some critics accusing the Christian school of "caving to the mob," among other sentiments. Christian Post reporter Jon Brown breaks down the details on today's "Inside Story."
Feb 22, 2025•12 min
Should the Ten Commandments be mandated in public schools? This is a longstanding point of debate -- and one that seems to be intensifying as states like Texas ponder the text's placement in classrooms. Christian Post reporter Ian Giatti joins Billy Hallowell to explain the debate and explore why Jeff Warren, senior pastor at Park Cities Baptist Church, takes a different view on the matter.
Feb 17, 2025•11 min
With Christian persecution raging across the globe, experts recently came together to address the problem at the International Religious Freedom Summit in Washington, D.C. Christian Post reporter Samantha Kamman joins "The Inside Story" to share what was discussed and why it matters. In particular, she shares an important warning from Vice President JD Vance.
Feb 10, 2025•10 min
There's been no shortage of debate over Bishop Mariann Budde's inauguration service sermon — an address widely seen as rebuking President Donald Trump as he sat in the pews and listened. "In the Name of our God, I ask you to have mercy upon the people in our country who are scared now," Budde said during her sermon, speaking directly to Trump. "There are gay, lesbian and transgender children in Democratic, Republican and independent families. Some who fear for their lives." Christian Post report...
Feb 01, 2025•16 min
How did Americans who came to Washington, D.C. for President Donald Trump's inauguration react to changes on the ground? What is their hope for the future under Trump? Christian Post reporter Ryan Foley breaks it all down with Billy Hallowell.
Jan 26, 2025•9 min
What is the current state of persecution across the globe? What is the price for Christians who openly share their faith while living in restrictive and dangerous nations like North Korea, Nigeria and China? Christian Post reporter Samantha Kamman joins Billy Hallowell to share the shocking statistics, explore the worst nations to live as a believer — and break down some of the most heartbreaking stories at the center of the persecution paradigm.
Jan 18, 2025•10 min
Heidieh Mirahmadi was a devout Muslim who worked in counterterrorism when theological doubts began to seep into her mind. Suddenly, she found herself on an incredible journey that left her abandoning Islam and embracing Christianity. Mirahmadi joins Billy Hallowell and "The Inside Story" to share her powerful story.
Jan 11, 2025•18 min
Former U.S. president Jimmy Carter was met with much praise after his Dec. 29 death. The ex-commander-in-chief, who was 100, certainly had his political foes, yet numerous opponents took the time to honor the Democratic leader's life, faith, and contributions to U.S. politics. President-Elect Donald Trump was among those who, despite political differences, offered praise for Carter. Christian Post reporter Michael Gryboski joins Billy Hallowell for this week's "Inside Story" to break down Carter...
Jan 03, 2025•11 min
The United Kingdom has officially banned puberty blockers, adding a shocking twist to the international battle over the gender issue. The Christian Post's Brandon Showalter joins Billy Hallowell to break down the story, why it matters — and what could come next.
Dec 21, 2024•15 min
Ex-hostage Aviva Siegel was held for nearly two months after being captured by Hamas terrorists in the Oct. 7, 2023, attack that shocked and horrified the world. Siegel sat down with Christian Post reporter Samantha Kamman to tell her harrowing story of being captured along with her husband, Keith, from their home in Kibbutz Kfar Aza in southern Israel and experiencing the unimaginable. "I remember not only thinking that I might die or Keith might die, but I was scared to look at him, just scare...
Dec 13, 2024•11 min
The U.S. Supreme Court is once again poised to make a splash with United States v. Skrmetti, a case that will decide whether Tennessee can ban puberty blockers and body-mutilating surgeries from being performed on young Americans who exhibit gender dysphoria. The Christian Post's Jon Brown was on the ground outside the high court Wednesday during oral arguments. He joins Billy Hallowell on today's "Inside Story" to share background on the case, what he heard and experienced — and what both sides...
Dec 06, 2024•11 min
The historic Abyssinian Baptist Church in New York City has been around since 1808, with the house of worship's new pastor on a profound mission: to "make traditional church cool." “Abyssinian, it will always be a traditional Baptist church,” Rev. Kevin R. Johnson told The Christian Post's Leonardo Blair. “We have to make it engaging so that those who want this type of experience with Christ will feel like, ‘you know what? I can wear a tie and still be cool. I can wear a dress and still be cool....
Nov 27, 2024•11 min
Shelley Luther is a walking miracle — and now she's also an elected official. Luther, a former Dallas salon owner who made national headlines for defying COVID-19 lockdown orders, just won a seat in the Texas Legislature, capturing House District 62. But it was her path before achieving electoral victory that captured the most attention. Luther was briefly jailed for keeping her salon open during the pandemic. Then, she faced a near-death experience. Luther recently spoke with Ian Giatti about h...
Nov 16, 2024•11 min
Pundits and commentators are still exploring the factors that led to President-Elect Donald Trump's stunning defeat of Vice President Kamala Harris. The Christian Post's Ryan Foley joins "The Inside Story" today to explain what happened, what the polls say and to look ahead to what comes next in a second Trump term. Plus, he breaks down the states where abortion and other issues were on the ballot.
Nov 09, 2024•11 min
What would a second term look like for former President Donald Trump? What would a Kamala Harris presidency look like? The Christian Post's Ryan Foley joins "The Inside Story" to break it all down, explaining how reliable the polls are, what shocks him most about the 2024 campaign – and more.
Nov 01, 2024•12 min
Shocking new data shows a majority of practicing Christians, including pastors, admit to viewing pornography. Beyond that, a large share say they are comfortable with the habit. These findings come from a new report from Barna titled "Beyond the Porn Phenomenon." "Even though practicing Christians were still found to view pornography less frequently than non-Christians, the gap between the two groups was only 14 percentage points," Christian Post reporter Leonardo Blair writes . "Some 54% of Chr...
Oct 25, 2024•14 min
Christian singer Forrest Frank continues to explode in popularity. Christian Post reporter Leah Klett recently caught up with Frank at the GMA Dove Awards, where he won New Artist of the Year. Klett joins Billy Hallowell to discuss that interview, Frank's faith, and how he views his newfound fame.
Oct 18, 2024•9 min
With entire towns decimated by Hurricane Helene, The Christian Post's Jon Brown joins the show to breakdown what unfolded, how people have been impacted — and what he's seeing firsthand in North Carolina.
Oct 11, 2024•11 min
From the global state of the church to an analysis of the Great Commission, the Fourth Lausanne Congress on World Evangelization was a conference filled with fascinating speeches and discussions. Timothy Goropevsek, executive editor of Christian Daily International, was recently on the ground covering the Fourth Lausanne Congress this year in Incheon, South Korea, and he joins "The Inside Story" today to tell Billy Hallowell about what he witnessed. Plus: he addresses some of the controversies, ...
Oct 06, 2024•16 min
A teenage girl announced she's leaving her high school after reportedly reading a story in English class that she said described an incestual sex scene. That student recently went to a school board meeting and delivered a passionate response to the reading, explaining how it made her and other students feel — and why she's concerned about young minds being fed such information. The Christian Post's Ryan Foley joins "The Inside Story" to tell Billy Hallowell what happened, why it matters, and why...
Sep 26, 2024•8 min
Victoria Sinis used to recruit women to sell their bodies on OnlyFans, but the strange fetish requests and pornographic content led her to question her career. It was an inner conviction that ultimately led her to Christ. Plus, longtime advocate Laila Mickelwait is on a mission to hold Pornhub accountable for distributing videos depicting sexual abuse. Christian Post reporter Samantha Kamman has covered both of these stories. Listen to Kamman break down the chaos surrounding both OnlyFans and Po...
Sep 14, 2024•12 min
Amid the twists and turns of the 2024 presidential campaign have come newfound divides in the evangelical movement. Despite polls showing the majority of evangelicals still choosing former President Donald Trump over Vice President Harris, a new group called Evangelicals for Harris — an organization trying to buck this trend — has emerged. And among those supporting this cohort is Jerushah Duford, whose mother Virginia "Gigi" Graham Tchividjian is the late Rev. Billy Graham's oldest daughter. As...
Sep 07, 2024•9 min
The Newsboys remain one of the most popular Christian bands, with the group's work spanning three decades. The Christian Post's Leah Klett recently caught up with the Newsboys and delved into a plethora of topics: deconstruction, what has led them to persist for so long in the music industry — and what they truly value most. Listen to Klett break it all down on today's "Inside Story."
Aug 30, 2024•12 min
With technology quickly evolving and changing, sexual exploitation is being exacerbated in the process. Christian Post reporter Samantha Kamman joins this week's "The Inside Story" to break down takeaways from the recent Coalition to End Sexual Exploitation Global Summit she attended. At the event, attendees heard from various experts, including a former marketing director for Only Fans. Kamman breaks down some of the shocking revelations she heard, and discusses her important explainer article ...
Aug 20, 2024•9 min
