An Easy Formula for Teaching Young People America's Foundational Principles by Mike Sharman on Aug. 13, 2026

Reclaiming America's Biblical Heritage for the Next Generation What happens to a nation when its youth no longer know the foundation upon which it was built? In this eye-opening episode, host Doug Apple interviews Mike Sharman, attorney and general counsel for Share HealthCare, to dissect a troubling poll showing that 61 percent of young Americans under 30 failed a basic civics test during America's 250th anniversary year. Sharman challenges the Christian community, which makes up over 60 percent of the population, to take back the narrative and step up as the primary educators of the next generation. By examining national symbols, historic crisis points, and the deep spiritual convictions of America's founders, this conversation equips parents and leaders with practical tools to teach liberty and faith right around the dinner table. Here is what you will learn in this episode: -- How a surprising survey revealed the massive civics gap among Gen Z during America's 250th milestone year. -- Why the true seat of American power was designed to sit around the kitchen table rather than in Washington, D.C. -- The original biblical seal designs proposed by Benjamin Franklin and Thomas Jefferson featuring Moses and the pillar of fire. -- How Charles Thompson, an orphaned immigrant scholar, crafted the Latin mottos on the Great Seal pointing to God's providence. -- The forgotten fourth stanza of The Star-Spangled Banner and how it established our official national motto, "In God We Trust." -- How to use a simple dollar bill as a powerful tool for spiritual and historical conversations with skeptical youth. -- How practical Christian medical sharing through Share HealthCare allows believers to exercise and preserve their constitutional freedoms today. Scriptures for Further Study While specific chapter and verse numbers were not explicitly cited during the interview, the following passages directly ground the historical and biblical themes discussed in this message: -- Exodus 13:21-22 -- Exodus 14:21-31 -- Leviticus 25:10 -- Psalm 20:7 -- Psalm 33:12 -- 2 Corinthians 3:17 -- Galatians 5:1 +++++++ You can find out more information about Share HealthCare by calling 1-844-Share HC, or by visiting their website: https://sharehealthcare.com/