Qanon, Chaos, And The Cross

'What is truth?' said jesting Pilate, and would not stay for an answer. --Francis Bacon Although Christians are followers of the Truth, many find themselves tempted by the alternate 'truths' offered by conspiracy theories. Christianity and conspiracy theories have had a long, complicated relationship. But today conspiracy theories are bringing our already polarized society to the brink of chaos. QAnon, the Big Lie, and anti-vaccination theories thrive online, disrupting faith communities. This timely essay collection explores the allure of conspiracy theories and their consequences--and ultimately offers gospel-based paths forward. Accessible to all concerned believers, QAnon, Chaos, and the Cross features scholars of religion, ethics, and public life on the following topics: - evaluating evidence and forming beliefs - the Satanic Panic of the 1960s-1990s - understanding scientific methodology - conspiracy theories' appeal to those searching for meaning - the consequences of social