Joshua Eugene Harris is an American former Evangelical Christian pastor. Harris' 1997 book I Kissed Dating Goodbye, in which he laid out his ideas concerning a Biblically based Christian approach to dating and relationships, helped shape purity culture for many Christian millennials. [1]

Sep 24, 2023 · With time, Harris caught the eye of the church’s youth pastor, Joshua Harris, a burgeoning Evangelical superstar. Less than three months after their courtship began, she was engaged.

Jul 11, 2023 · For many years people have asked whether I still agree with my book I Kissed Dating Goodbye. In addition to this question, some readers have told me the book harmed them. While attending grad school (between 2015-2018) I began a process of re-evaluating the book.

Joshua Jordan Harris (born December 29, 1964) is an American investor, sports team owner, and philanthropist. He is a co-founder of the private equity firm Apollo Global Management and managing partner of the NBA's Philadelphia 76ers, the NHL's New Jersey Devils, and the NFL's Washington Commanders.

Aug 19, 2021 · 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.

Hi, I’m Josh. I used to have all the answers—chapter and verse. Now I’m happily uncertain and enjoying the wonder and mystery of life.

Dec 17, 2018 · The religious bestseller by Joshua Harris, who was just 21 when he wrote it, shaped the lives of many young conservative Christians around the world who are now adults.

Dec 18, 2024 · I Kissed Dating Goodbye author Joshua Harris recently shared an “updated” version of his apology addressing the impact of his work, apologizing specifically to the “LGBTQ+” community and those negatively affected by purity culture.

Dec 19, 2024 · Clear & Loud founder Joshua Harris has published on Instagram “an updated version” of his statement apologizing for how his book, “I Kissed Dating Goodbye,” harmed people. Harris originally published his apology in 2018 when he stopped publication of his bestselling book.

3 days ago · Philadelphia 76ers owner Josh Harris speaks during a news conference in Philadelphia, Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, announcing that the 76ers will partner with Comcast, their current landlord, to build a new arena in South Philadelphia and abandon a deal with the city to build the arena downtown,. (AP Photo/Matt Rourke)