Christianity is the most popular religion in the world, with over 2 billion adherents worldwide. Centered around the person of Jesus of Nazareth, the tenets of Christianity have challenged millions, shaped civilizations, and faced criticisms on both social and academic levels. March 25, 2017. Former evangelical Valerie Tarico, Ph.D., discussed why Christianity ought to be rejected with Christian apologist Luuk van de Weghe, who argued that it ought to be embraced, in this 70 minute formal discussion followed by a 45 minute Q The event was moderated by Marcia Weicht.