EPISODE 0298 | The Challenge of Corinth
A fishing trip with his sons becomes the launching point for a much deeper challenge in this message: men cannot afford to drift, stay passive, or ignore what God has placed in their hands. In this session, Pastor Stephen walks through Genesis 3 and shows how the first failure of manhood was not just sin, but silence, passivity, blame, and the refusal to take responsibility. From Adam’s collapse in the garden to the pressures facing men today, this message calls men to stop hiding, stop deflecting, and step fully into the leadership, stewardship, and spiritual strength God has called them to. This is not about cultural masculinity or empty bravado. It is about biblical manhood rooted in truth, humility, repentance, courage, and love.
EPISODE 0297 | Christian Leadership in Local Politics with Christy Wilbanks
Local races shape everyday life more than most people realize, and in this episode, Pastor Daniel sits down with Killeen City Council candidate Christy Wilbanks to talk about faith, family, public service, and why Christians cannot afford to ignore what happens at the local level. Christy shares her story of moving to Texas, walking through deep personal loss, and seeing God use suffering to strengthen her faith and shape her calling. From concerns about city transparency and tax increases to the need for stronger leadership and biblical values in the public square, this conversation is a reminder that civic engagement is not separate from discipleship. It is one more place believers are called to stand for truth, steward their communities well, and love their neighbors through action.
EPISODE 0296 | Protecting Kids at the Local Library
Local government may not grab headlines, but it shapes communities in powerful ways. In this episode, Pastor Nate sits down with Theresa Schwab, a member of Vintage Church who is stepping into the public arena by running for a library district board seat in Salado, Texas. Their conversation highlights why local involvement matters, how policy decisions impact families, and what it looks like for believers to engage thoughtfully in civic spaces.
EPISODE 0295 | Compassion International: Gospel-Centered Child Sponsorship
A bus parked outside the church turned into a reminder that the gospel does not stop at our city limits. In this episode, Pastor Nate sits down with Kurt Freeman from Compassion International to talk about child sponsorship, the local church, and what happens when practical care and the name of Jesus stay together. This conversation highlights how hope, discipleship, and generosity can reshape a child’s future and impact entire families and communities.
EPISODE 0294 | The Cross and The Crescent Part 4: The First Jihad
When the church forgets its history, it becomes vulnerable to the same darkness previous generations were forced to confront. In this episode, Pastor Stephen traces the theology of jihad, the collapse of Christian lands under Islamic conquest, and the spiritual lessons the modern church cannot afford to ignore. This is a call to biblical discernment, courage, and conviction in an hour that demands more than cultural Christianity.
EPISODE 0293 | Islamification of America Part 9: The Crusades Were Not Evil
What if the story you’ve been told about the Crusades is incomplete? This episode steps into the world of 1095 and traces the four centuries leading up to the First Crusade—an era marked by shifting power, territorial loss, and growing pressure on Christian lands. Rather than beginning with a sudden act of aggression, the episode frames the Crusades as a response shaped by fear, defense, and a call to unity after generations of conflict. From the fall of key regions to the rise of the Seljuk Turks and the desperate स्थिति of the Byzantine Empire, the stage is set for Pope Urban II’s historic call to arms. This episode challenges listeners to reconsider the narrative, wrestle with the complexities of history, and examine what it means to defend what has been entrusted to you.
EPISODE 0292 | Weekly Culture Review: Iran, Tucker, Nigeria & Easter Victory
Holy Week may be over, but the fallout from it isn’t. In this Culture Review episode, the conversation moves from major headlines to a major reminder: the church cannot afford to live sleepy, soft, or disengaged. Pastor Stephen, Pastor Nate, and Pastor Daniel unpack the latest developments surrounding Iran, media voices losing the plot, birthright citizenship, America’s renewed movement in space, and the spiritual state of the church. But underneath all of it is a bigger theme—Easter was not just a celebration, it was a declaration of victory. And if Christ has already won, then believers are called to live like it, stand like it, and fight like it.
EPISODE 0291 | The Cross & the Crescent Part 3: The Bible vs The Quran
In this episode, Pastor Daniel draws a clear line between truth and deception. As part of the Cross and the Crescent series, he lays out why the Bible stands alone as the true, reliable Word of God—and why the Quran cannot be true. This isn’t just about history or manuscripts; it’s about what you believe, how you live, and whether you’re equipped to stand firm in a world that increasingly rejects truth. At the center of it all is the gospel: a holy God who stepped into history, shed His blood, and made a way for sinners to be saved.
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.