Shepherds for Sale: How Evangelical Leaders Traded the Truth for a Leftist Agenda By Megan Basham

Shepherds for Sale by Megan Basham is a compelling exposé that investigates the infiltration of progressive agendas into American evangelical churches. Basham, a journalist for the Daily Wire, reveals how influential left-wing billionaires and powerbrokers—such as George Soros, the founder of eBay, and former Obama administration members—have been working to sway evangelical churches for political gain.

The book uncovers a systematic effort to reshape evangelicalism by targeting Christian media, universities, megachurches, nonprofits, and denominations. Basham documents instances where celebrity pastors have quietly nudged their followers to adopt progressive stances on issues like sexuality, while revered theologians have supported rebellious congregations against their own denominations.

Through detailed research and investigative reporting, Basham highlights how some evangelical leaders have been persuaded to shift their positions on critical issues like abortion, climate change, and systemic racism. These shifts often come in exchange for financial incentives, career advancements, and public acclaim. The book presents concrete examples of these compromises and astroturf campaigns, providing evidence of the growing influence of secular ideologies within the church.

Shepherds for Sale is a provocative call to action for evangelicals to critically examine the forces shaping their faith and to stay vigilant against worldly influences that may undermine biblical teachings. It is an urgent and rigorously reported warning about the dangers of aligning church doctrine with political agendas and the potential erosion of evangelical integrity.