Why attempts at a synonym fail.

After almost two decades, Joshua Harris left ministry battered and exhausted. A few years later, he left the faith altogether. In this bonus episode of the podcast, we try to understand why.

Mustafa Akyol explains why his new book explores the history of apostasy laws, the sayings of Muhammad, and the prospects for greater pluralism in the Islamic world.

Amendments offer good news for Christian minority, but also concern that reforms may be too fast for Muslim society.

What should we do when loved ones and public figures leave the faith?

Christians can learn from Egyptian debate over terrorism and true Islam.

A new book from a top evangelical scholar makes the case.

(UPDATED) May face another lawsuit from family.

As we watch family and friends leave the faith, do we look more like the elder brother, the father—or the younger son?

Courts avoid decision in apostasy case, may hear further appeal. (Updated)