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Politicians accuse each other of failure, which is to be expected. Each side has their “narrative,” and the truth often loses out (although I am...

2013-05-19T00:01:00-04:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef Politicians accuse each other of failure, which is to be expected. Each side has their “narrative,” and the truth often loses out (although I am... f721f7cb-1ca2-442b-8801-4747ff684895

In Jeffrey Toobin’s recent article in The New Yorker, Wedding Bells, he resorted to name-calling to malign pro-marriage advocates, an all-too...

2013-05-12T00:01:00-04:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef In Jeffrey Toobin’s recent article in The New Yorker, Wedding Bells, he resorted to name-calling to malign pro-marriage advocates, an all-too... 0a01aed4-e643-4d55-8972-4de13d0bb9b3

When it comes to the persecution of Christians, President Obama appears to have a tin ear. The question is: why?

2013-04-28T00:01:00-04:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef When it comes to the persecution of Christians, President Obama appears to have a tin ear. The question is: why? Why would a president who claims... 041b13f5-af32-4e1b-a7a1-1afaede05d60

Having just returned from a three-country Middle Eastern speaking tour, I cannot help but reflect on how much more complex the situation in the Middle East has become.

2013-04-21T00:01:00-04:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef Having just returned from a three-country Middle Eastern speaking tour, I cannot help but reflect on how much more complex the situation in the... f80b8c7d-034e-4e03-a9e7-324fce6490c3

During a time when we are about to celebrate the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus the Christ, the United States Supreme Court is deliberating the possible crucifixion of the moral foundation of America.

2013-03-31T00:01:00-04:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef During a time when we are about to celebrate the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus the Christ, the United States Supreme Court is deliberating... f05dadd3-b218-474e-b2e2-9b8b20c19e9c

When evangelical preachers lose their way and turn their backs on biblical Christianity, why is it they end up in the Episcopal Church?

2013-03-24T00:01:00-04:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef When evangelical preachers lose their way and turn their backs on biblical Christianity, why is it they end up in the Episcopal Church? As a... 2faa137f-caff-460c-bc57-6de9d1c988ad

Not only is The New York Times editorial page known for often being thin on facts, it is known for its cheerleading of the Obama administration—especially the administration’s shortsightedness regarding the Middle East.

2013-03-10T00:01:00-05:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef Not only is The New York Times editorial page known for often being thin on facts, it is known for its cheerleading of the Obama... 42c84d91-960f-42bf-8e88-b1838ed83f6a

People are stunned when I ask them: “Did you know that companies that don’t cover the abortion pills can face a fine of $100 per day per employee?” People think I’m making this stuff up. It’s too outlandish to believe.

2013-02-24T00:01:00-05:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef Nearly every American immigrant like me came to this country because of the American dream. For some, it meant coming to America penniless and... 09bcd1ac-c543-412b-9100-61ee86c6537f

The media, including some in the Christian media, throw around the word evangelical with little understanding of its proper definition. Most recently, the media has done this in referring to Pope Benedict XVI as the “Evangelical Pope.”

2013-02-17T00:01:00-05:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef The media, including some in the Christian media, throw around the word evangelical with little understanding of its proper definition. Most... 89a9b07f-bde2-4af3-b9f5-41f6021f938e

On February 5, Britain’s House of Commons voted in favor of legalizing gay marriage. The vote is extremely alarming. It could signal the beginning of the end for Western civilization as we know it.

2013-02-10T00:01:00-05:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef On February 5, Britain’s House of Commons voted in favor of legalizing gay marriage. The vote is extremely alarming. It could signal the beginning... fadf573d-eed7-47ea-9edf-843add0430cf

There’s been a lot of discussion within some in the media regarding the demographic changes taking place in Europe. But those of us who’ve travelled there have observed it firsthand: namely, the decreased birthrate among Europeans compared to the enormous birthrate increase among Muslim immigrants.

2013-02-03T00:01:00-05:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef There’s been a lot of discussion within some in the media regarding the demographic changes taking place in Europe. But those of us who’ve... a0fad02c-817b-4c98-8e00-0b4944612753

Where can one look to find the ultimate hypocrisy today? One would think we could look to current politicians, among whom there is plenty of hypocrisy to go around.

2013-01-25T00:01:00-05:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef Where can one look to find the ultimate hypocrisy today? One would think we could look to current politicians, among whom there is plenty of... 9c1469ab-e186-4549-8829-bc50b836f041

Today, there is widespread agreement that morality in America is deteriorating with breathtaking speed.

2013-01-22T13:49:00-05:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef In my book, When the Crosses are Gone, I warn that when a culture abandons thinking and logic in favor of feelings and emotions, it is doomed to... 9c0ee433-2050-409e-b1f4-4ed0adc4b47c

Why doesn’t President Obama—who claims to be a Christian—ever defend the cause of the harassed and persecuted Christians around the world? Examining his dealings with Egypt during the past two years may give us some clues.

2013-01-13T00:01:00-05:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef Why doesn’t President Obama—who claims to be a Christian—ever defend the cause of the harassed and persecuted Christians around the... 42cf259c-9c02-4e18-b925-a58f3b7c9acd

Some in the media have popularized the term “culture war,” giving the impression that the war being waged against Christianity is the same thing as a war against everything that is traditional. But in 2013, let’s change the term. Let’s call it what it is: “A war against Christ.”

2013-01-06T00:01:00-05:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef Some in the media have popularized the term “culture war,” giving the impression that the war being waged against Christianity is the same thing... c8eaaf88-555c-412a-aadd-09d9fea0aaeb

There used to be a saying that went: “As goes England, so goes America.

2012-12-16T00:01:00-05:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef There used to be a saying that went: “As goes England, so goes America.” But I can hear people who love and pray for the United States saying,... 6b268a7a-8268-42cd-a6f1-19d4560bd844

The behavior of the western media can only be described as cowardly. That news is not going to surprise any honest, fair-minded person. Anyone can see the glaring spinelessness in their reporting (or lack thereof) on the beleaguered freedom-loving souls in Egypt today.

2012-12-09T00:01:00-05:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef The behavior of the western media can only be described as cowardly. That news is not going to surprise any honest, fair-minded person. Anyone can... f73326b2-33bf-4ade-9b33-c0a5afa1abff

Someone once said that whenever the savages fight the civilized, the savages always win. The same can be said when professionals face off against amateurs: the professionals win hands down, leaving the amateurs with egg all over their faces.

2012-11-27T00:01:00-05:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef Someone once said that whenever the savages fight the civilized, the savages always win. The same can be said when professionals face off against... 86173176-03d4-4000-8b1b-377dcfdc4bd6

I have received messages of concern for our nation’s future. As you know, we have been diligent in praying for God’s will to be done and the decision has been made.

2012-11-11T00:01:00-05:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef I have received messages of concern for our nation’s future. As you know, we have been diligent in praying for God’s will to be done and the... 6cc0b4ec-a9bc-4963-a2f6-47df32784294

I am currently on an around-the-globe trip, going from the West Coast, to Down Under, Singapore, London, and then home again. From the vantage point of this journey, the one striking and overwhelming image I get is of two runaway trains moving in opposite directions. And yet, in some strange way, they are about to cause a global collision. Let me explain.

2012-10-21T00:01:00-04:00 2013-05-24T00:42:35Z Michael Youssef I am currently on an around-the-globe trip, going from the West Coast, to Down Under, Singapore, London, and then home again. From the vantage...