Christian Reporting

American was built on Judeo-Christian principles and American Journalists naturally draw on Christian values (Chiung, 2009). However, in today’s society, most Christians and other evangelicals face numerous obstacles in their respective professions (Ecklund, 2004). Ecklund (2004) asserts that Christian journalists are marginalized in the field. According to Clements (1999), “this brings us to the real dilemma for Christians working in the secular world of news (p. 36). Despite working in the media, journalists and other members of the press cannot freely write on any subjects they may find meaningful without the authorization of their editors first (Clements, 1999). Clements (1999) asserts that secular journalists, “are accountable to their

According to Ecklund (2004), “religious belief in the professions does not take something away, but has the ability to add a richer description and understanding of human reality. This is an insight that both religious scholars and non-religious scholars alike can appreciate” (p. 100). Olasky (2010) asserts that, “the fear of the Lord and of violating God’s law by lying (even in a good cause) is the beginning of good reporting” (p. 234). Furthermore, Olasky (2010) maintains that, “Accuracy, accuracy, accuracy: Observing God’s world lackadaisically shows disrespect for his creation. This is the world that God has made; rejoicing and being glad in it means not coveting an alternative world” (p. 234). A Christian journalist’s calling is truth telling and he should be committed to searching, finding and communicating the truth (Olasky, 2010). Regarding objectivity, a Christian journalist should be able to discuss homosexual or abortion topics with a clear biblical objectivity without compromising his professional integrity (Olasky, 2010). For instance, a journalist of faith can support, “the establishment and improvement of Bible-based education, and criticizing government schools, in the understanding that turning education to professionals who have no regard for Go is an abdication of biblical parent responsibility” (Olasky, 2010, p.23). Furthermore, Olasky