Mark Tooley
@markdtooley.bsky.social
President of Institute on Religion & Democracy www.theird.org
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There’s nothing new about the upsurge in antisemitism among Christians. It’s a very old evil, parcel to fallen humanity’s proclivity to fault others for the world’s ailments, when all of us as sinners are contributors, writes @markdtooley.bsky.social.
Christian Antisemitism
Tucker Carlson’s platforming of antisemitic social influencer Nick Fuentes, who proclaims “Christ is King,” evinces the reemergence of antisemitism in...
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November 3, 2025 at 2:54 PM
There’s nothing new about the upsurge in antisemitism among Christians. It’s a very old evil, parcel to fallen humanity’s proclivity to fault others for the world’s ailments, when all of us as sinners are contributors, writes @markdtooley.bsky.social.
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"Antisemitism, in subtle and blatant forms, likely will grow in American Christianity. Discerning American Christians must prepare to counter it. The argument against it is not complex and comes directly from our Savior: Love thy neighbor as thyself, without exceptions."
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Tucker Carlson Is Resurrecting Christianity's Ugly Tradition of Antisemitism
In rejecting universalism, the talk show host and his recent guest, white supremacist Nick Fuentes, are rejecting Christ himself
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November 3, 2025 at 9:13 PM
"Antisemitism, in subtle and blatant forms, likely will grow in American Christianity. Discerning American Christians must prepare to counter it. The argument against it is not complex and comes directly from our Savior: Love thy neighbor as thyself, without exceptions."
@markdtooley.bsky.social
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The charge that Christian Zionism is "heresy" evinces that pro-Israel Christians need to upgrade their talking points and their theology, writes @markdtooley.bsky.social.
Christian Zionism as Heresy?
Is Christian Zionism a “heresy?” Some think so, including a publicized young staffer at the Heritage Foundation, who said: Gen...
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November 7, 2025 at 10:39 PM
The charge that Christian Zionism is "heresy" evinces that pro-Israel Christians need to upgrade their talking points and their theology, writes @markdtooley.bsky.social.
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LISTEN: IRD's @markdtooley.bsky.social joins Andy Miller on the More to the Story podcast to discuss how Christians should engage the public square—especially in light of rising antisemitism on both sides of the political spectrum.
Antisemitism, Christian Zionism & Methodism.
Here’s Andy Miller of Wesley Biblical Seminary asking me about antisemitism, Christian Zionism and Methodism. And here’s podcast:
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November 17, 2025 at 3:18 PM
LISTEN: IRD's @markdtooley.bsky.social joins Andy Miller on the More to the Story podcast to discuss how Christians should engage the public square—especially in light of rising antisemitism on both sides of the political spectrum.
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There’s nothing new about the upsurge in antisemitism among Christians and in society. It’s a very old evil. Affirming the dignity of all, intrinsic to Christianity, is not natural. It must be continuously retaught and incarnated.
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Tucker Carlson Is Resurrecting Christianity's Ugly Tradition of Antisemitism
In rejecting universalism, the talk show host and his recent guest, white supremacist Nick Fuentes, are rejecting Christ himself
www.theunpopulist.net
November 18, 2025 at 9:00 PM
There’s nothing new about the upsurge in antisemitism among Christians and in society. It’s a very old evil. Affirming the dignity of all, intrinsic to Christianity, is not natural. It must be continuously retaught and incarnated.
@markdtooley.bsky.social
@markdtooley.bsky.social
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The moral genius of Anglo Protestants who crafted The Declaration was aspiration of human equality for all, not just for people like themselves, writes @markdtooley.bsky.social. “Heritage Americans” prioritize ancestry over Declaration’s universality.
Heritage Americans?
The moral genius of Anglo Protestants who crafted The Declaration was aspiration of human equality for all, not just for people like themselves.
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November 21, 2025 at 5:59 PM
The moral genius of Anglo Protestants who crafted The Declaration was aspiration of human equality for all, not just for people like themselves, writes @markdtooley.bsky.social. “Heritage Americans” prioritize ancestry over Declaration’s universality.
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Is the Anglican Church in North America a "woke" church? As the bishop of the endorsing body for chaplains unilaterally cut ties with the North American church last week, some warn that it is deflection from a straightforward misconduct investigation.
Anglican Chaplains Face Choice as Bishop Departs
A dispute between the leadership of the Anglican Church in North America and its endorsing body for chaplains resulted in the latter unilaterally cutting ties with the church.
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September 29, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Is the Anglican Church in North America a "woke" church? As the bishop of the endorsing body for chaplains unilaterally cut ties with the North American church last week, some warn that it is deflection from a straightforward misconduct investigation.
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Would historic Reformed thought permit the Presbyterian Church in America to be an established church?
Could the Presbyterian Church in America be an Established Church?
Could the Presbyterian Church in America be the official religion of the United States of America?
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October 1, 2025 at 8:24 PM
Would historic Reformed thought permit the Presbyterian Church in America to be an established church?
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American congregations of the future may be younger and more male than at any point in recent history, writes Lauren Knights.
Resurgence and the Future of the Church
If stewarded wisely, this moment could mark the beginning of a new chapter in American Christianity, shaped by the unexpected faithfulness of those once thought least likely to return.
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October 3, 2025 at 3:46 PM
American congregations of the future may be younger and more male than at any point in recent history, writes Lauren Knights.
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Third generation Methodist pastor Andrew Forrest of Asbury Church in Tulsa joins IRD's @markdtooley.bsky.social to discuss his new book Love Goes First: Reaching Others in an Age of Anxiety and Division.
Methodist Pastor Discusses Reaching Out in Anxious Times
Here’s third generation Methodist pastor Andrew Forrest of Asbury Church in Tulsa, Oklahoma discussing his new book Love Goes First:...
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October 3, 2025 at 2:08 PM
Third generation Methodist pastor Andrew Forrest of Asbury Church in Tulsa joins IRD's @markdtooley.bsky.social to discuss his new book Love Goes First: Reaching Others in an Age of Anxiety and Division.
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This week IRD welcomes College of William and Mary graduate and intern Rafa Albolote. Rafa discovered IRD through his interest in religious liberty and serves with the Fourth Fellows, a young adult leadership program at Fourth Presbyterian Church in Bethesda. Welcome, Rafa!
September 8, 2025 at 6:44 PM
This week IRD welcomes College of William and Mary graduate and intern Rafa Albolote. Rafa discovered IRD through his interest in religious liberty and serves with the Fourth Fellows, a young adult leadership program at Fourth Presbyterian Church in Bethesda. Welcome, Rafa!
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This week IRD welcomes University of Virginia graduate Miranda Mobley, whose love for literature, theology, and international relations drew her to work at IRD. She serves at The Falls Church Anglican in a 9-month spiritual formation and leadership program. Welcome, Miranda!
September 10, 2025 at 8:32 PM
This week IRD welcomes University of Virginia graduate Miranda Mobley, whose love for literature, theology, and international relations drew her to work at IRD. She serves at The Falls Church Anglican in a 9-month spiritual formation and leadership program. Welcome, Miranda!
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Podcast with Methodist theologian Kenneth Collins of Asbury Seminary on his new book "Generous Divine Love: The Grace & Power of Methodist Theology."
Grace & Power of Methodist Theology
Here’s my conversation with Methodist theologian Kenneth Collins of Asbury Theological Seminary about his new book Generous Divine Love: The...
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September 24, 2025 at 10:04 PM
Podcast with Methodist theologian Kenneth Collins of Asbury Seminary on his new book "Generous Divine Love: The Grace & Power of Methodist Theology."
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Reinhold Niebuhr: “The sad experiences of Christian history show how human pride & spiritual arrogance rise to new heights precisely at the point where the claims of sanctity are made without due qualification.”
Satan & Politics
In polarized political times there is temptation to ascribe almost unlimited power to evil, and to assume political adversaries are themselves evil. Divine sovereignty is often forgotten.
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September 25, 2025 at 3:07 PM
Reinhold Niebuhr: “The sad experiences of Christian history show how human pride & spiritual arrogance rise to new heights precisely at the point where the claims of sanctity are made without due qualification.”
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Some church officials characterize Charlie Kirk’s death as a blow to democracy and the foundation of America. IRD's Miranda Mobley surveys Baptist, Anglican, Catholic, Lutheran and Pentecostal responses.
Church Officials Respond to Charlie Kirk Death
Some church officials characterize Charlie Kirk’s death as a blow to democracy and the foundation of America, and many offer and solicit prayers on the behalf of Kirk's family.
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September 26, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Some church officials characterize Charlie Kirk’s death as a blow to democracy and the foundation of America. IRD's Miranda Mobley surveys Baptist, Anglican, Catholic, Lutheran and Pentecostal responses.
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If worship becomes a concert, we may gain an audience but lose the altar, writes IRD's Lauren Knights.
The Transformation of Christian Worship
Worship is not validated by zeal or creativity, but by obedience to God’s commands.
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September 26, 2025 at 4:12 PM
If worship becomes a concert, we may gain an audience but lose the altar, writes IRD's Lauren Knights.
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"Trump's attack on free speech and free elections are two sides of the same coin, and we can’t treat them as separable." — @andycraig.bsky.social in @theunpopulist.net
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Trump’s Censorship Binge After Kirk’s Killing Is Part of an All-Out Effort to Crush the Opposition
He is rapidly consolidating his power so that no one can even challenge his authoritarian takeover
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September 20, 2025 at 6:23 PM
"Trump's attack on free speech and free elections are two sides of the same coin, and we can’t treat them as separable." — @andycraig.bsky.social in @theunpopulist.net
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My weekly email: Religious Left demise, Methodist righteousness, Mother of Jesus, John Calvin, Catholic statecraft, Wesleyan baptism, etc. mailchi.mp/theird/split...
September 15, 2025 at 6:13 PM
My weekly email: Religious Left demise, Methodist righteousness, Mother of Jesus, John Calvin, Catholic statecraft, Wesleyan baptism, etc. mailchi.mp/theird/split...
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juicyecumenism.com/2025/09/12/c... To Kill A Mockingbird, a 1960 popular novel by Harper Lee that became a popular 1962 film starring Gregory Peck, is not “woke” or leftwing or political. It’s America’s premier Methodist novel.
Contending for Righteousness
Recently an account with over one million followers on Twitter/X exclaimed: “To Kill a Mockingbird was blood libel against the...
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September 13, 2025 at 3:41 AM
juicyecumenism.com/2025/09/12/c... To Kill A Mockingbird, a 1960 popular novel by Harper Lee that became a popular 1962 film starring Gregory Peck, is not “woke” or leftwing or political. It’s America’s premier Methodist novel.
juicyecumenism.com/2025/09/12/c... To Kill A Mockingbird, a 1960 popular novel by Harper Lee that became a popular 1962 film starring Gregory Peck, is not “woke” or leftwing or political. It’s America’s premier Methodist novel.
Contending for Righteousness
Recently an account with over one million followers on Twitter/X exclaimed: “To Kill a Mockingbird was blood libel against the...
juicyecumenism.com
September 13, 2025 at 3:41 AM
juicyecumenism.com/2025/09/12/c... To Kill A Mockingbird, a 1960 popular novel by Harper Lee that became a popular 1962 film starring Gregory Peck, is not “woke” or leftwing or political. It’s America’s premier Methodist novel.
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American Orthodox churches have been strained by the pull between filial loyalty to their coreligionists in Russia and respect for the liberal democratic values that drive American support for Ukraine.
Orthodox Patriotism
American Orthodox churches have been strained by the pull between filial loyalty to their coreligionists in Russia and respect for the liberal democratic values that drive U.S. support for Ukraine
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September 4, 2025 at 6:13 PM
American Orthodox churches have been strained by the pull between filial loyalty to their coreligionists in Russia and respect for the liberal democratic values that drive American support for Ukraine.
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When IRD founded the John Wesley Institute, we saw need for deeper formation in the broad Wesleyan family, to dive deeper into the Scriptures, to provide training in the historic Christian witness, the “faith once delivered to the saints,” and to promote the Christ-like life, scriptural holiness.
Focus on Formation
Boston's Church of the Advent is engaging faithful scholars to work with the church as they go deeper into the Christian faith.
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September 5, 2025 at 6:39 PM
When IRD founded the John Wesley Institute, we saw need for deeper formation in the broad Wesleyan family, to dive deeper into the Scriptures, to provide training in the historic Christian witness, the “faith once delivered to the saints,” and to promote the Christ-like life, scriptural holiness.
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“Woke pontiff”? “The most based Pope ever"? The faithful have become conditioned to consume the papacy as spectacle. Yet Leo’s pontificate may offer the chance to recover a quieter, older form of devotion.
Shut Up About Pope Leo
As Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate finds its footing, remember that the chatty, media-savvy pope is a modern invention, not a Catholic necessity.
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September 8, 2025 at 2:13 PM
“Woke pontiff”? “The most based Pope ever"? The faithful have become conditioned to consume the papacy as spectacle. Yet Leo’s pontificate may offer the chance to recover a quieter, older form of devotion.
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The claim that infant baptism and infant dedication are of equal value is to move well beyond what Wesley taught, and arguably to offer an ahistorical Wesleyanism that bears little resemblance to the namesake, writes Ryan Danker.
A Wesleyan View of Baptism
For John Wesley, as for the historic church, baptism communicates the salvific remedy that the sinner so desperately needs.
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September 9, 2025 at 2:49 PM
The claim that infant baptism and infant dedication are of equal value is to move well beyond what Wesley taught, and arguably to offer an ahistorical Wesleyanism that bears little resemblance to the namesake, writes Ryan Danker.
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Without faith, meaning collapses, and with it the will to endure.
Personal Freedom Absent God?
Our culture often tells us we can build life on comfort, progress, or personal freedom alone. But without God, these collapse under the strain.
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September 10, 2025 at 7:26 PM
Without faith, meaning collapses, and with it the will to endure.