EPISODE 0320 | One Nation Under God Part 2: Order After the Fall - Nations, Borders, and God’s Plan for People
Why do nations exist? Why did God scatter humanity at Babel? And what does any of that have to do with our lives today?
In Week 2 of One Nation Under God, Pastor Daniel unpacks the biblical story from the Fall to the Tower of Babel, revealing how God responded to human rebellion with grace, order, and a redemptive plan for the world. This episode explores the purpose of nations, borders, stewardship, and God's sovereign hand in history, while challenging believers to faithfully engage the time and place where God has called them.
EPISODE 0319 | America 250 Part 2: What Our Founders Actually Believed
In this episode of the Under God Podcast’s America 250 series, Pastors Daniel, Stephen, and Rob explore the faith of America’s Founding Fathers and challenge the modern narrative that the founders were primarily secular or deist thinkers. From Benjamin Franklin’s call to prayer during the Constitutional Convention to George Washington’s public faith, the discussion highlights the biblical foundations that shaped the Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, and the American experiment itself. The conversation also examines the influence of the Great Awakening, the role of pastors in the Revolution, the contrast between the American and French Revolutions, and why preserving freedom requires each generation to understand and steward its inheritance.
EPISODE 0318 | Culture Review: Paxton’s Win, Religious Freedom in Oregon & America 250
From Ken Paxton’s decisive Senate primary victory to growing concerns over parental rights, judicial activism, Pride Month, and America’s future, this Culture Review episode tackles some of the biggest headlines shaping the nation. Pastors Stephen, Nate, and Rob discuss why Christians must stay engaged in culture, politics, and the public square while remaining grounded in biblical truth. The conversation closes with a powerful reflection on America’s 250th birthday and why the fight for faith, freedom, and future generations still matters.
EPISODE 0317 | One Nation Under God Part 1: Created to Rule - God’s Design for Dominion
What does it actually mean for a nation to be “under God”? In this episode, Pastor Nate goes all the way back to Genesis to uncover God’s original design for humanity. Long before governments, elections, or political parties, God created people in His image and commissioned them to steward, cultivate, and govern His creation. This conversation explores the biblical foundations of freedom, responsibility, leadership, and civic engagement, challenging believers to move from passive observers to active participants in shaping culture for God’s glory.
EPISODE 0314 | The Cross & the Crescent Part 10: How It All Ends
In the final message of this powerful series, Pastor Daniel contrasts Islamic end-times beliefs with biblical prophecy and points listeners to the ultimate hope found in Jesus Christ. The episode explores the Islamic figures of the Mahdi, Isa, and the Dajjal alongside the Bible’s teaching on the Antichrist, the return of Christ, and the final victory of the Kingdom of God. Throughout the message, listeners are reminded that while darkness may rage across the earth, Christians do not live in fear—we live in eager expectation of the return of the King of Kings.
EPISODE 0313 | Islamification of America Part 14: Dawa, The Blind Spot, & The Church
In part two of this powerful conversation, Pastor Stephen, Pastor Daniel, Pastor Nate, and intelligence analyst Dr. Bill Gawthrop continue unpacking the historical, ideological, and legal foundations of Islam and its long-term impact on Western civilization. The discussion traces the rise of Islam after Muhammad’s death, the expansion of jihad across the Christian world, the origins of the Crusades, and the ongoing clash of civilizations that still shapes modern geopolitics today. The episode also explores the Muslim Brotherhood, the challenge of identifying ideological threats in the West, and why Christians must develop the courage to confront ideas honestly while remaining grounded in truth.
EPISODE 0312 | A Biblical Look at China, iran, Israel, and the Future of America
In this week’s Culture Review episode, Pastor Stephen, Pastor Daniel, and new co-host Pastor Rob McCoy tackle some of the biggest political and spiritual headlines shaping America right now. From the nationwide Rededicate 250 gatherings and America’s spiritual foundation to Trump’s trip to China, rising tensions with Iran, and the growing battle over truth in media and culture, this episode explores what it means for Christians to think biblically in a rapidly changing world. The conversation also dives into America’s relationship with Israel, the dangers of rising antisemitism, and why believers must reject both despair and passivity in this cultural moment.
EPISODE 0311 | The Cross & the Crescent Part 9: Jihad & Taqiyya in Modern Times
In this episode, Pastor Daniel unpacks the reality that evil does not simply disappear with time—it repeats itself through every generation when people fail to recognize it for what it is. Looking at Scripture, history, and the spiritual condition of culture, this conversation challenges believers to stop ignoring patterns of deception and instead develop biblical discernment. From false teachings and spiritual manipulation to the importance of testing every spirit against the Word of God, this episode is a call for Christians to stay awake, think critically, and judge things by their fruit rather than appearances.
EPISODE 0310 | Islamification of America Part 13: The Framework the West Refuses
In this powerful and deeply eye-opening episode, Pastor Stephen, Pastor Nate, and Pastor Daniel sit down with retired military intelligence analyst Dr. Bill Gaither to discuss the realities of Islam, jihad, intelligence failures, and the cultural blind spots shaping the modern West. Drawing from decades of experience working in military and federal intelligence, Dr. Gaither explains why many institutions refuse to examine Islam through its own foundational texts and how misunderstanding Muhammad, jihad, and Islamic doctrine has left America vulnerable both culturally and politically. The conversation explores the life of Muhammad, the development of the Quran, the role of jihad in Islamic law, and the systematic avoidance of these topics within government and academia.
EPISODE 0309 | Birthright Citizenship, Iran Update, Texas Runoff Elections
In this Friday Culture Review episode, Pastor Daniel and Pastor Nate unpack the growing tensions surrounding Iran, China, global instability, and the spiritual battle shaping the modern world. From fears of another pandemic scare to escalating conflict in the Strait of Hormuz, the conversation dives into how geopolitics, economics, Christianity, and culture all collide in real time. They also discuss the persecution of pastors in China, America’s role in defending freedom, the dangers of secularism, and why Christians must stay grounded in truth instead of fear.
EPISODE 0308 | The Cross and the Crescent part 8: The Spiritual Power of Memory
What if the greatest threat to a civilization isn’t an external enemy—but forgetting? In this episode, we unpack how spiritual amnesia has reshaped the modern West, erasing identity, rewriting history, and leaving a culture unable to discern truth from deception. From the fall of Christendom to the rise of secular humanism, this conversation exposes how forgetting God doesn’t create neutrality—it creates vulnerability. And ultimately, it calls believers back to something simple but powerful: remember.
EPISODE 0307 | Islamification of America Part 12: Reaching Muslims with the Master Key
In this powerful interview, Pastors Nate and Daniel sit down with Shahriq Khan, a former Muslim turned Christian evangelist, to explore one of the most urgent conversations facing the Church today. From his personal journey out of Islam to the development of a practical evangelism framework, this episode challenges believers to move beyond fear and into clarity, compassion, and conviction. It’s not just about understanding Islam—it’s about knowing how to reach people with the truth of the Gospel.
EPISODE 0306 | A Pastor’s White House Briefing on 100+ Wins for People of Faith
What really happens when faith leaders step into the rooms where national decisions are made? In this episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Daniel pull back the curtain on their recent trip to Washington, D.C.—sharing firsthand insight from meetings with the White House Faith Office, national leaders, and pastors from across the country. From confronting the reality of global evil to celebrating major wins for religious liberty, this conversation challenges believers to move beyond apathy and step into their role as the conscience of the nation. The stakes are high, the moment is urgent, and the call is clear—this is a time for courage, clarity, and conviction.
EPISODE 0305 | The Cross & The Crescent Part 7: Heroes of the Faith
For generations, believers stood in moments where faith wasn’t comfortable, safe, or culturally accepted—it cost them everything. In this episode, we step into those moments through the lives of men like Duke Godfrey, Richard the Lionheart, and Ferdinand III, and ask a hard question: what kind of faith actually moves someone to act like that?
This message pushes past passive Christianity and confronts the gap between what we say we believe and how we actually live. It’s about remembering our spiritual inheritance, recognizing that God is still moving, and deciding whether we’ll sit back—or step into what He’s calling us to.
Because at some point, every believer has to answer the same question: if God is still King… what does that mean for how I live today?
EPISODE 0304 | Islamification of America Part 11: Courage in the Crescent
What happens when you move past headlines and actually sit across the table from a Muslim?
In this episode, Pastor Nate talks with a longtime missionary serving in the Middle East, sharing real stories of how the gospel is reaching people in one of the hardest places in the world. From everyday conversations to supernatural encounters, you’ll hear how many Muslims are far more open to Jesus than most people realize. This episode brings clarity, challenges assumptions, and shows what it really looks like to stand in truth while loving people well.
EPISODE 0303 | Culture Review: Leftist Violence, the SPLC Scandal, & Biblical Truth
This episode tackles a heavy but necessary conversation—how cultural lies, political rhetoric, and spiritual deception are shaping real-world violence. From a recent assassination attempt to media narratives, public policy debates, and cultural dishonesty, the conversation highlights how words aren’t neutral—they form belief, and belief drives action.
At its core, this episode is a call for clarity and courage. When truth is distorted, people lose their foundation—and when that happens, chaos follows. As Christians, we’re called to stand firm in truth, reject deception, and engage the culture with both conviction and integrity.
EPISODE 0302 | The Cross & The Crescent Part 6: In Defense of Christendom
This episode steps into the forgotten history of Christianity—highlighting pivotal moments where the faith was defended against overwhelming odds. Through the stories of Constantinople, Tours, and Vienna, we’re reminded that the church has never been passive—it has endured, advanced, and been preserved by the power of God working through faithful people.
More than a history lesson, this message is a call to action. It challenges believers to recognize the spiritual battle still taking place today and to respond with courage, conviction, and obedience. The same God who delivered His people in the past is still at work—and the question becomes: will we stand, or will we stay silent?
EPISODE 0301 | Islamification of America Part 10: The Just War Theory
This episode tackles one of the most difficult and necessary questions for Christians today—is it ever right to go to war? Drawing from Scripture, church history, and real-world scenarios, the conversation unpacks Just War Theory and challenges the idea that Christianity requires passive inaction in the face of evil. The discussion walks through the biblical distinction between murder and righteous force, the role of government in restraining evil, and why defending innocent life is not only permitted—but at times required. From the Old Testament to the teachings of Jesus, and into early church theology through Augustine and Aquinas, this episode builds a clear framework for understanding when war is justified and how believers should think about it today.
EPISODE 0300 | Culture Review: Iran, Surrogacy, and the Need for Biblical Pastors
Culture Review is back with a packed episode as Pastor Stephen, Pastor Nate, and Pastor Daniel walk through the headlines with biblical clarity. From the latest developments in Iran and America’s role on the world stage to the moral confusion surrounding family, children, surrogacy, sexuality, and political power, this conversation calls Christians to reject shallow outrage and think with discernment. The episode challenges believers to understand the times, judge issues by their fruit, and refuse the silence that allows evil to grow unchecked.
EPISODE 0299 | The Cross & the Crescent Part 5: The Theology of Slavery
In this episode, Pastor Stephen continues the series by contrasting the biblical foundation of freedom with systems that operate through control and hierarchy. Walking from Exodus to the cross, this message highlights how God consistently reveals Himself as a deliverer—one who rescues, restores dignity, and invites people into freedom through truth, not force. At the same time, the conversation challenges believers to develop discernment, understand the times, and recognize the difference between true, Christ-centered freedom and counterfeit systems that reshape human worth, authority, and power.