EPISODE 0290 | Islamification of America Part 8: The Crusades with Dr. John Holser
In this special episode of the Under God Podcast, Pastor Nate sits down with Dr. John Hosler, professor of military history at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College and author of multiple books on the Crusades. Together, they explore the historical background of the Crusades, the loss and recapture of Jerusalem, and the long shadow of Islamic expansion into Christian lands. This conversation brings an academic perspective to a complex chapter of history while helping listeners think more carefully about the events, motivations, and consequences surrounding the Crusades.
EPISODE 0289 | The Cross as Victory: Understanding Atonement on Good Friday
On this special Good Friday episode of the Under God Podcast, Pastor Nate and Pastor Keegan dive into one of the most important—and often misunderstood—questions of the Christian faith: what actually happened at the cross? This conversation moves beyond surface-level answers and explores both the mystery and meaning of Crucifixion of Jesus. From early church perspectives to modern theology, they unpack different views of the atonement while keeping the focus where it belongs—on Jesus Himself.
EPISODE 0288 | The Cross and the Crescent Part 2: The False Prophet and The True Messiah
In this episode, Pastor Daniel takes listeners deep into the origins of Islam by examining the life of Muhammad and contrasting it with Jesus Christ. By walking through Muhammad’s life, teachings, and legacy, the episode challenges listeners to evaluate belief systems by their fruit. Ultimately, the message shifts from darkness to hope—pointing to the resurrection, authority, and return of Jesus as the foundation for truth, freedom, and eternal life.
EPISODE 0287 | Islamification of America Part 7: Jihad & Expansion
In this episode, Pastor Nate and Pastor Daniel continue the series on Islam by examining jihad, expansion, and the long-term strategy behind Islamic conquest. The conversation contrasts biblical Christianity with Islam’s model of submission, exposing how Islam advances not only through violence, but also through cultural infiltration, political pressure, and gradual societal transformation. This episode calls believers to reject passivity, recover spiritual discernment, and recognize that the battle in front of us is not new—it is part of a much older conflict that now stands at America’s doorstep.
EPISODE 0286 | Discernment, Honor, and the Headlines That Matter This Week
A fast-moving conversation through the week’s biggest headlines, from political controversy to cultural confusion, all filtered through a biblical worldview. The episode tackles questions of honor, truth, influence, and discernment—calling believers to think clearly in a noisy world. From media narratives and leadership integrity to the deeper issue of how Christians engage culture, this discussion presses into what it means to stand firm in truth without losing clarity or conviction.
EPISODE 0285 | The Cross & the Crescent Part 1: The Gospel of Death
This opening message lays the foundation for the entire Islam series by framing the conflict between Christianity and Islam as both historical and spiritual. Rather than presenting it as a modern or isolated issue, the episode traces a 1,400-year pattern of conflict, emphasizing that what we see today is part of a long-standing global reality. The focus centers on two competing kingdoms—the kingdom of heaven and the kingdom of darkness—and how each advances, spreads, and produces fruit. The message contrasts the gospel of Jesus Christ, rooted in repentance, transformation, and voluntary faith, with what is described as Islam’s system of submission, political control, and expansion. Ultimately, the episode calls believers to awareness, discernment, and engagement, while grounding everything in the hope that Christ’s kingdom will prevail.
EPISODE 0284 | Christianity vs. Islam: The Fruit of Two Faiths
In this episode, Pastor Nate and Pastor Daniel continue laying the groundwork for their series on Islam by examining the fruit each faith produces over time. Rather than only comparing ideas in theory, they look at what Christianity and Islam actually create wherever they take root—how they spread, what kind of societies they build, and what happens to human flourishing under each worldview. The conversation contrasts Christianity’s expansion through evangelism, sacrifice, service, and truth with Islam’s historical spread through conquest, subjugation, and force. This episode serves as a crucial framework for understanding the deeper historical timeline ahead and why this issue is not just theological, but civilizational.
EPISODE 0283 | Culture Review: Iran, the SAVE Act, a False Prophet in Texas, and the War on Fraud
In a time of nonstop headlines, internal division, and global tension, this episode centers on one essential call—filter everything through the Word of God. Pastor Stephen and Pastor Daniel unpack the ongoing conflict with Iran, the fractures within the political right, and the importance of avoiding ideological extremes. They challenge believers to remain grounded in truth, unified in a biblical worldview, and discerning in a culture filled with competing narratives. The conversation also explores leadership, national responsibility, and how Christians can stay steady and hopeful while navigating both global and domestic challenges.
EPISODE 0282 | The Armor of God and the Strength of the Church
As the series on Ephesians comes to a close, this message zeroes in on what actually makes the Church strong. It’s not personality, influence, or numbers—it’s authority, identity, and the spiritual weapons God has already given His people. Walking through Epistle to the Ephesians 6, this episode breaks down how believers are meant to live, fight, and stand in a world shaped by unseen spiritual realities. From the authority of God in everyday life to the armor He provides for battle, this teaching challenges listeners to stop living passively and start walking in the strength they’ve already been given.
EPISODE 0281 | Muhammad vs. Jesus: A Biblical and Historical Comparison
Pastor Nate and Pastor Daniel continue their series examining Islam by comparing the life and claims of Muhammad with the life and mission of Jesus. As the conversation unfolds, they explore the historical origins of Islam, the theological framework surrounding Muhammad, and how Islamic teaching differs fundamentally from the biblical narrative. The episode also addresses religious liberty in America, the historical context of the founding of the United States, and why Christianity and Islam present radically different visions of God, salvation, and the spread of faith.
EPISODE 0280 | Islam in NYC, the Iran War, and the Texas Senate Race
In this week’s Culture Review episode, Pastor Daniel and Pastor Nate break down several major headlines shaping the world—from the escalating conflict with Iran and debates over U.S. foreign policy to political battles at home and growing concerns about the future of Western civilization. They also discuss religious freedom, the rise of ideological deception in politics, and what believers should understand about the spiritual realities behind global events. Despite the tension in today’s culture, the episode ends with powerful reminders that God is still moving around the world, with stories of revival, evangelism, and the unstoppable advance of the Church.
EPISODE 0279 | The Testimony of the Church: Ephesians Part 5
The church was always God’s plan. In a culture filled with competing voices, moral confusion, and spiritual drift, the book of Ephesians provides a blueprint for what the church is meant to be. In this message, Pastor Stephen explores how believers represent Christ through their daily lives. Our testimony isn’t just what we say—it’s how we live, how we treat one another, and how faithfully we remain rooted in God’s family. When Christians pursue holiness, resist deception, and remain unified, the church becomes a powerful witness to the world.
EPISODE 0278 | The Quran Examined: What Islam’s Holy Book Claims and Why Christians Must Know It
In this episode of the Under God Podcast, Pastor Nate and Pastor Daniel continue their series examining Islam by focusing specifically on the Quran. They explore what the Quran claims about itself, how it differs from the Bible, and why the foundational text of Islam shapes the theology, culture, and historical patterns seen across the Islamic world. The conversation also highlights key structural, historical, and theological differences between the Quran and the Bible, and why understanding a religion’s core text is essential to understanding the religion itself.
EPISODE 0277 | Culture Review: Texas Primaries, Iran, and the Austin Shooting
In this Culture Review episode of the Under God Podcast, Pastors Stephen and Daniel break down several major headlines shaping both America and the world. From the Texas Senate primary battle and the growing political divide within the Republican Party, to the escalating conflict with Iran and the implications of a terrorist attack in Austin, this conversation examines current events through a biblical lens. The discussion also explores the deeper spiritual battle behind political movements, the dangers of ideological deception, and why Christians must remain engaged in shaping culture while keeping their ultimate hope in Christ.
EPISODE 0276 | The Gifts of the Church: Ephesians 4 and the Fivefold Ministry
In this episode, Pastor Stephen walks through Ephesians 4 and explains how God designed the Church to function. In a culture that constantly centers the individual, this message challenges believers to rediscover the biblical purpose of the Church, the power of unity among believers, and the role every Christian plays in strengthening the body of Christ. From the importance of being planted in a local church to understanding the spiritual gifts God gives His people, this teaching calls believers to move beyond consumer Christianity and step fully into their role in God’s family.
EPISODE 0274 | State of the Union 2026: A Biblical Culture Review
In this episode, Pastor Daniel and Pastor Stephen return for a weekly culture review centered on President Trump’s State of the Union address and what they describe as a pivotal moment for America heading into election season. They discuss themes of gratitude and hunger in the church, the importance of civic engagement (especially voting in Texas), and how believers should interpret cultural battles through a spiritual lens. The conversation also covers major “wins” highlighted in the address—border security, inflation, investment, and national morale—before turning to concerns about Tucker Carlson’s interview with Ambassador Mike Huckabee and what they see as a growing wedge within the conservative movement. The episode closes with a direct call for Christians to act responsibly, vote, and refuse emotional, reactionary decision-making.
EPISODE 0273 | The Purpose of the Church: Ephesians 3
In this episode, Pastor Nate continues the Ephesus series by exploring God’s purpose for the local church through Ephesians chapter 3. Teaching from Paul’s letter written while imprisoned in Rome, he unpacks how the church reveals Christ to the world, proclaims the gospel boldly, lives by faith, and reflects God’s love. This message challenges believers to move beyond passive church attendance and step fully into their calling as disciples who participate in God’s mission.
EPISODE 0272 | Islamification of America Part 2: Islamic Expansion in Central Texas
In today’s episode, Pastor Nate is joined by Ryan Onesto—an Air Force veteran and Vintage Liberty Hill member—to talk about what they believe is the growing Islamic institutional presence in Texas, and why it matters beyond simple mosque counts. Together they discuss the difference between a “place of worship” and a broader ecosystem of influence—schools, leadership training, civic engagement, community development, and long-term infrastructure meant for permanence. They walk through reported growth trends in Texas, zoom in on Central Texas examples (including Cedar Park, Georgetown, and Leander), and unpack concerns around funding structures like the North American Islamic Trust and the use of waqf-style property arrangements. The conversation also explores the idea that institutions precede influence, influence precedes law, and law precedes enforcement—urging Christians to stay alert, engaged, and involved locally without operating in hate, but with conviction, clarity, and a commitment to preserve religious liberty.
EPISODE 0270 | The Mystery of the Church - Ephesians Series Part 1
In this episode, Pastor Daniel launches a new teaching series through the book of Ephesians, beginning with the historical and spiritual context behind Paul’s letter to the church in one of the darkest cities of the Roman Empire. From prison in Rome, Paul writes to encourage believers living under immense cultural pressure, reminding them of their identity in Christ and the mystery of the church. This message unpacks the profound spiritual blessings given to every believer—chosen, adopted, forgiven, sealed, and empowered—and calls Christians to remember who they are and remain rooted in Christ, even as the world drifts further from Him.
EPISODE 0269 | Islamification of America Part 1: Understanding the Threat
This episode launches a new series examining Islam—its history, theology, and global influence—through a biblical worldview. Pastor Daniel and Pastor Nathan begin by addressing one of the most common assumptions in modern culture: that all religions are essentially the same. By exploring key theological differences, historical origins, and foundational terms, they lay the groundwork for understanding Islam not simply as a personal belief system, but as a comprehensive religious, political, and legal framework. This episode sets the stage for a deeper exploration of how worldviews shape culture, governance, and spiritual identity.