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In Episode 308 of the Under God Podcast, Pastor Nate Brown continues "The Cross & the Crescent" series with a thoughtful look at how spiritual amnesia has dismantled the Christian West. Listen as Pastor Nate traces the history — from the fall of Constantinople to the French Revolution to modern American classrooms — showing how forgetting God's truth always precedes cultural collapse. Hear why memory itself is a form of faithfulness, why every Christian is called to be a watchman, and why the answer to Islam — and to every cultural challenge — is still Jesus.Perfect for your morning commute, workout, or quiet reflection time. Subscribe so you never miss an episode of Under God, releasing every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.What You'll Learn:✅ Why forgetting God always leads to cultural decline✅ How secular humanism rewrote the story of the West✅ Why tolerance without truth becomes surrender✅ How every Christian is called to be a watchman✅ The biblical pathway back: remembrance, repentance, and return

Pastor Nate Brown and Pastor Daniel Hayworth sit down with Shahriq "Shark" Khan, ex-Muslim evangelist and founder of Christ Underground, for part 12 of the Islamification of America series. Listen as Shark walks through his journey from devout Pakistani Muslim to leading one of the largest Muslim evangelism ministries in America, and shares the Master Key — a systematic 5-pillar method that has reached some of the most articulate Muslim scholars in the world. Perfect listening for your commute or workout, this episode equips Christians with the tools and biblical confidence to engage their Muslim neighbors with both truth and love. Hear how Old Testament biblical literacy is the weapon every Christian needs, why every lever — evangelism, political, cultural — must be pulled, and what the church must do right now.You'll Learn:✅ The 5 Pillars dismantling Islamic theology at its foundation✅ Why Old Testament stories destroy Islam's claims about the Torah✅ How to reach Muslim neighbors with biblical confidence✅ Why the church must wake up to Islamification of AmericaGuest resources can be found in the show notes on our website. Subscribe and never miss a Monday, Wednesday, or Friday episode of Under God.

Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Daniel Hayworth recently returned from a White House Faith Office briefing and a meeting of the National Faith Advisory Board. In this episode, they walk you through the 100+ documented wins for people of faith from the Trump administration — many of which have received little public attention.Listen as they cover the first cabinet-level White House Faith Office in U.S. history, the dismantling of the Johnson Amendment, the enforcement of the Hyde Amendment, a federal task force eradicating anti-Christian bias, and historic protections for religious liberty. They also share what they witnessed at the Israeli embassy and discuss the upcoming Rededicate 250 ceremony on the National Mall.Perfect for your morning commute, workout, or daily walk. Subscribe so you never miss a Monday, Wednesday, or Friday episode.You'll Learn:✅ The 100+ Trump-era wins for people of faith✅ Why a cabinet-level Faith Office is historically unprecedented✅ How May 17 Rededicate 250 connects to America's 250th birthday✅ Why this is a kairos moment for the American churchResources Mentioned:🇺🇸 Top 100 Victories for People of Faith (whitehouse.gov)🙏 Freedom 250 / Rededicate 250 (freedom250.org)

Listen as Pastor Daniel Hayworth restores three forgotten Christian heroes to memory in Part 7 of The Cross & The Crescent series — the men of the faith we were never taught to remember.Hear how Duke Godfrey of Bouillon refused a crown of gold where his Savior wore a crown of thorns. How Richard the Lionheart waded into 20,000 enemies with 2,000 men because "to live is Christ and to die is gain." How King Ferdinand III melted Islamic mosque lamps back into Christian church bells in Córdoba. And how their stories point straight to your life today.Perfect for your morning commute, workout, or drive home — Pastor Daniel anchors every story in the same Word these men trusted.You'll learn:✅ Why Christianity is a masculine, sacrificial faith✅ How biblical courage is built one obedience at a time✅ What "made for such a time as this" requires of Christians today✅ Why we join God in His work — not the reverseSubscribe to Under God for new episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT — and don't miss Part 8 of The Cross & The Crescent next week.

What does ministry look like in a nation where converting from Islam can cost you everything? In this episode of the Under God Podcast, Pastor Nate sits down with a longtime missionary serving in the Middle East for a candid conversation on Islamification, persecution, and the unprecedented number of Muslims coming to Christ in our lifetime.Listen as Pastor Nate and his guest unpack the four-stage process of Islamification, the supernatural ways God is reaching Muslims through dreams and visions, and the practical wisdom every Christian needs to engage their Muslim neighbors with biblical confidence. Perfect for your morning commute or workout — this is the kind of equipping conversation Christians need but rarely get.You'll Learn:✅ The real difference between cultural, practicing, and radicalized Muslims✅ Why so many Muslims are becoming disillusioned with Islam✅ How to share Jesus with a Muslim coworker, neighbor, or friend✅ What courage in hostile cultures actually looks likeSubscribe for new episodes Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

The 6th assassination attempt on President Trump unfolded at the White House Correspondents Dinner the same week the Southern Poverty Law Center was exposed for funding the KKK and the Charlottesville rally. Listen as Pastor Nate Brown, Pastor Daniel Hayworth, and Pastor Josh Brown work through what Scripture says about leftist violence, biblical justice, the radicalization pipeline, and the masculinity displayed when cabinet members shielded their wives during the attack. Perfect for your morning commute or workout.YOU'LL LEARN:✅ Why the "Nazi" label has become a coded death sentence✅ How the SPLC scandal connects to the violence pipeline✅ The biblical difference between justice and vigilantism✅ What real masculinity looked like during the attack✅ Why intellectually honest debate is a biblical practiceDon't miss an episode — subscribe and leave a review to help more Christians find biblical truth that cuts through cultural chaos.

Listen as Pastor Daniel Hayworth guides Christians through three miraculous battles in church history where God raised up faithful men to defend what He'd entrusted to them. From the Siege of Constantinople in 717 to the Battle of Tours in 732 to the Siege of Vienna in 1683, hear how Emperor Leo III, Charles Martel, and King Sobieski stood in the gap when no other kings answered the call.Part 6 of "The Cross & the Crescent" series releases this Holy Week. Perfect for your morning commute or workout, this episode will leave you fired up to be the David God is raising up today.YOU'LL LEARN:✅ Why God provides everything needed when His people choose obedience✅ How preparation is an act of faith, not fear✅ What one generation defends, the next generation inherits✅ Why compromise with evil always leads to loss📚 RESOURCES MENTIONED:Fox's Book of MartyrsSubscribe for new episodes Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

In Part 10 of our Islamification of America series, Pastor Stephen Martin, Pastor Nate Brown, and Pastor Daniel Hayworth tackle one of the most pressing theological questions of our day: when is war just? Listen as they walk through Augustine's foundational framework from City of God, Thomas Aquinas's expansion into seven criteria, and how Scripture from Romans 13 to Deuteronomy 20 lays out God's design for justice, government, and the protection of innocent life.Hear how the seven criteria — legitimate authority, just cause, right intention, last resort, proportionality, discrimination, and reasonable chance of success — apply to the Crusades, modern Israel, the conflict with Iran, and even Hiroshima. Perfect for your morning commute, workout, or any moment you need to think biblically about real-world conflict.You'll Learn:✅ Why Christian pacifism doesn't hold up to Scripture✅ The proper context for "turn the other cheek"✅ The biblical foundation for self-defense and protecting family✅ How to evaluate any war using the seven-criteria framework✅ Why Augustine and Aquinas still matter for today's ChristiansSubscribe and follow for new episodes Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin, Pastor Nathan Brown, and Pastor Daniel Hayworth walk through the biggest headlines of the week with biblical clarity. This Culture Review covers Trump's multi-generational Iran strategy, the Pope's controversial war comments, the disturbing gay surrogacy video going viral, James Carville's plan for Democrats, Virginia's gerrymandering push, and Allie Beth Stuckey's interview with David French.Hear why generational thinking beats the 24-hour news cycle, why the word "empathy" isn't in the Bible, and why silent pulpits are fueling America's cultural decline. Perfect for your commute, your workout, or your morning coffee.You'll Learn:✅ How to apply Psalm 127:3 and Romans 1 to today's headlines✅ Why commercial surrogacy commoditizes the image of God✅ How to spot a pastor "wearing Christianity like a skin suit"✅ Why Revelation 19 is the ultimate source of biblical hope and fearBooks and interviews referenced in this episode: The Accidental Superpower by Peter Zeihan, and Allie Beth Stuckey's debate with David French on the Relatable podcast.Subscribe so you never miss a Monday, Wednesday, or Friday episode at 7 AM CT.

Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin traces the biblical theology of freedom from Mount Sinai to the cross, then contrasts it with Islamic dhimmitude — the doctrine of permanent subjugation that has shaped 1,400 years of Islamic rule. In Part 5 of The Cross & the Crescent series, Pastor Stephen explains why freedom is God's idea, why the imago Dei is the foundation of every right Christians enjoy, and why the church must wake up before our children and grandchildren pay the price.Perfect for your morning commute, workout, or drive home, this teaching will sharpen your discernment and prepare you to speak biblical truth with clarity.You'll Learn:✅ Why freedom is rooted in God's character, not government✅ How the Pact of Umar codified Christian subjugation under Islam✅ What the jizya tax really is and how it operates today✅ The four phases of Islamic takeover in the West✅ Three practical steps every Christian must take nowHear how biblical wisdom cuts through cultural chaos. Subscribe, rate, and share this episode with a fellow believer who needs clarity on what the Bible actually says about freedom and submission.

Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin launches a year-long challenge for Christian men rooted in 1 Corinthians 16:13. Drawing from Genesis 3, Pastor Stephen unpacks Adam's failure of responsibility and offers five practical lessons for Christian men navigating today's culture. From real-world stories about presence with his sons to an honest Easter weekend reflection on guilt, shame, and blame, this episode equips Christians with biblical wisdom for everyday life.Perfect for your morning commute or workout, this message calls every Christian to embrace responsibility, speak truth in silence, take ownership instead of blame, and steward what God has entrusted to them.You'll Learn:✅ Why Adam's silence still shapes Christian men today✅ The biblical path from guilt to growth✅ Five lessons every Christian needs from Genesis 3✅ How ownership unlocks spiritual maturitySubscribe for biblical truth every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

Listen as Pastor Daniel Hayworth sits down with Killeen City Council candidate Christy Wilbanks for a deeply personal and politically urgent conversation. Christy shares her powerful testimony of walking through her son Martin's four-and-a-half-year battle with cancer and how that season drew her closer to God and prepared her to serve her community.Hear how Christy breaks down the real issues facing Killeen: a $200 million forecasted deficit, maxed property tax hikes, a proposed $300 million city building, council meetings scheduled to exclude working residents, and a pattern of instability leaving council seats vacant.You'll Learn:✅ How Christy's faith carried her through the unimaginable✅ Why local elections matter more than most people realize✅ The biblical case for Christians in public office✅ What a forensic audit could reveal about Killeen's financesPerfect for your commute, workout, or morning routine.Subscribe so you never miss a Monday, Wednesday, or Friday episode.Follow Christy: www.christyforkilleen.org | Email: [email protected] | Facebook: Christy Wilbanks for Killeen City Council

Listen as Pastor Nate Brown interviews Theresa Schwab — Vintage Church member and candidate for the Salado Library District Board — about what's really happening inside your local public library. From transgender picture books in the children's section to sexually explicit content slipping past parent review, this conversation offers a biblical and practical roadmap for Christians who want to engage their communities with confidence. Perfect listening for your commute or morning walk as you prepare to stand for truth in real-world battles.You'll Learn:✅ How library districts actually function (and why most people don't know)✅ The legal truth about obscenity and the First Amendment✅ Why showing up to local board meetings matters more than you think✅ Practical first steps for getting involved in your community✅ Why every Christian must vote in local electionsSubscribe to Under God on Apple Podcasts or Spotify for new episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

Listen as Pastor Nate Brown talks with Kurt Freeman from Compassion International about how one of the world's largest Christian child sponsorship ministries operates across 29 countries — and why they've never compromised their gospel focus. Hear the remarkable story of the consulting firm that told them to "water down Jesus," the 2.2 million kids currently being sponsored, and the urgent need in places like Burkina Faso where Christian persecution is intensifying.Perfect for your morning commute or workout, this conversation walks through what child sponsorship actually looks like, where every dollar goes, and how you can get involved.You'll Learn:✅ How Compassion operates through 9,000 local churches in 29 countries✅ Why the local church is central to their ministry model✅ What $43/month actually provides for a child✅ How to discern gospel-centered ministries from secular onesVisit compassion.com to learn more or sponsor a child today.Subscribe wherever you listen so you never miss an episode of Under God with Pastor Stephen Martin.

In Part 4 of The Cross & the Crescent series, Pastor Stephen Martin moves from theology to history, tracing how the doctrine of jihad fueled the rapid Islamic conquest of half of Christendom in a single century. Listen as he breaks down the Quran's explicit commands for holy war, the three-option system imposed on non-Muslims, and how internal Christian disunity accelerated the collapse of entire civilizations.You'll Learn:✅ How jihad functions as central Islamic theology, not a fringe distortion✅ The Islamic categories every Christian should know: Ummah, Dar al-Islam, Dhimmitude✅ Why 57 formerly Christian nations never recovered after Islamic conquest✅ What Scripture teaches about vigilance, stewardship, and standing firm📖 Nehemiah 4:14 · John 18:36 · Judges 2:10 · Ephesians 6:13Perfect for your morning commute or workout—this episode will equip you with the history and theology the modern church has forgotten. Subscribe now and never miss an episode. New episodes drop Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

Listen as Pastor Daniel Hayworth walks through the true history behind the First Crusade — a story your textbooks never told. After four centuries of Islamic expansion that consumed three-quarters of the Christian world, Christendom finally united for a coordinated response.You'll Learn:✅ The 400-year timeline of conquest that preceded the Crusades✅ How dhimmitude stripped Christians of their faith, freedom, and dignity✅ Pope Urban II's historic call to arms in 1095✅ Duke Godfrey of Bouillon's courage at the siege of JerusalemThis is Part 9 of the Islamification of America series. Perfect for your commute or workout — hear the history that shaped Western civilization. Subscribe and never miss an episode every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

Coming out of Holy Week, Pastor Stephen Martin, Pastor Daniel Hayworth, and Pastor Nathan Brown catch you up on the biggest headlines shaping our world right now. Listen as they unpack the Iran ceasefire and Trump's strategic maneuvering, the incredible Ghost Murmur technology used in a daring rescue mission, and Tucker Carlson's alarming pivot against Protestant Christianity.Hear the heartbreaking story of 43 Christians killed in Nigeria on Easter weekend — and why almost no one is talking about it. Plus, America's return to the moon with astronaut Victor Glover preaching the gospel from lunar orbit, the birthright citizenship case before SCOTUS, and an Easter recap reminding you that Christ already secured the victory.You'll Learn:✅ Why biblical discernment is your greatest weapon against media deception✅ How China was pressured into bringing Iran to the negotiating table✅ What the birthright citizenship ruling could mean for America's future✅ The spiritual warfare behind record Easter salvations📚 Mentioned: "The Art of the Deal" by Donald TrumpPerfect for your commute, workout, or morning quiet time. Subscribe and never miss an episode — new content drops every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

Can you prove the Bible is true — and that the Quran isn't? Listen as Pastor Daniel Hayworth walks through the manuscript evidence that sets Scripture apart from every other document in human history, then uses Islam's own sources to expose the fatal contradictions within the Quran. Whether you're on your commute or at the gym, this episode equips you with the evidence and confidence to defend your faith and share the gospel with anyone — including Muslims who can be reached by the truth of Jesus Christ.You'll Learn:✅ Why the Bible has more historical evidence than any ancient text ever discovered✅ How the Dead Sea Scrolls prove God's Word has not changed in over a thousand years✅ The Quran was unified by destroying all competing versions — and what that means✅ The "Islamic Dilemma" that makes it impossible for the Quran to be trueHit follow so you never miss an episode — new episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

What really caused the Crusades — and why should Christians care today? In Part 8 of the Islamification of America series, Pastor Nate sits down with Dr. John Holser, a professor of military history at the U.S. Army Command and General Staff College and author of The Siege of Acre and Jerusalem Falls. Listen as they walk through the centuries of Islamic expansion that led to the Crusades, the brutal fall of Jerusalem in 1099, the rise and myth of Saladin, and the 1229 agreement that still governs who can pray on the Temple Mount. Pastor Nate also shares his own eye-opening experience visiting the Temple Mount and what it revealed about restrictions that Christians and Jews still face today. This is history every Christian needs to understand — perfect for your commute or workout.You'll Learn:✅ The four hundred years of Islamic conquest before the Crusades✅ Why the 1229 Temple Mount agreement still affects Christians today✅ The real Saladin versus the pop culture myth✅ How a War College professor connects medieval holy war to modern conflict📚 Dr. Holser's books: The Siege of Acre | Jerusalem FallsSubscribe and share this episode with someone who needs to hear the history behind the headlines. New episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

This Good Friday, Pastor Nate Brown and Pastor Keegan Sidhu walk through 2,000 years of how the church has understood the cross — from Christus Victor and ransom theory to satisfaction theory and penal substitutionary atonement. Listen as they trace what the earliest church fathers believed, how later theologians shifted the conversation, and why understanding the cross correctly changes how you see God entirely.You'll Learn:✅ The major atonement theories and where each one came from in church history✅ Why Jesus had to take on human form to defeat death✅ How a wrong view of the cross leads to deconstruction✅ Why the cross was a victory — and how to live from that victory every dayWhether you're driving to a Good Friday service tonight or just starting your day, this episode will reframe the cross in a way that fills you with hope and confidence. Hit follow so you never miss an episode — new episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

Are Muhammad and Jesus really just two men offering different paths to the same God? In Part 2 of this 10-part series, Pastor Daniel Hayworth examines the historical fruit of both men's lives — and the contrast couldn't be more clear.Listen as Pastor Daniel walks through the documented record of Muhammad's life using Islam's own sources, then shifts focus to the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. This episode will equip you with the biblical confidence to understand why the empty tomb changes everything.Perfect for your commute, workout, or morning drive — this is the truth Christians need to hear right now.You'll Learn:✅ What Islam's own records reveal about Muhammad's life and legacy✅ How Muhammad's death fulfilled his own prophecy about false prophets✅ The side-by-side contrast between Muhammad's fruit and the fruit of Christ✅ Why the resurrection is the ultimate proof that separates Jesus from every other figure✅ What it means to be an expectant church in the face of spiritual darknessNew episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode of this critical 10-part series.

What does jihad really mean — and why does the answer matter for every Christian in America right now? In this episode, Pastor Daniel Hayworth and Pastor Nate Brown walk through the real definition of jihad, the critical distinction between "greater" and "lesser" jihad that's being used to mislead the West, and the four-phase conquest strategy that Islam has used for 1,400 years.You'll Learn:✅ Why the "inner struggle" translation of jihad doesn't hold up✅ The four phases of Islamic expansion — from victim status to full conquest✅ Where the United States currently sits in that timeline✅ What Europe's experience reveals about what's coming if we don't act✅ What the Quran and Hadiths actually teach about violenceThis is essential listening for Christians who want to understand the spiritual and political threat at our doorstep. Listen on your commute, at the gym, or wherever you start your day — and share it with someone who needs to hear it.Hit follow so you never miss an episode — new episodes drop Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

This Friday Culture Review covers it all. Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin, Pastor Nathan Brown, and Pastor Daniel Hayworth walk through the week's biggest headlines with biblical clarity — from Joe Kent's stunning betrayal in the Charlie Kirk case to Trump's strategic genius deploying ICE to airports, the SAVE Act voter ID battle, and why James Talarico's version of Christianity isn't Christianity at all.You'll Learn:✅ How to exercise biblical discernment with the media voices you trust✅ What Romans 13 says about the role of government and the sword✅ Why honor culture has disappeared and how believers can reclaim it✅ Trump's Iran strategy and what "unconditional surrender" actually means✅ How progressive churches manufacture politicians who twist the gospel📚 Books Mentioned: The Fourth Turning | The Accidental SuperpowerPerfect for your morning commute, workout, or daily reset — this episode will sharpen your biblical worldview and equip you for every conversation this week. Subscribe and never miss an episode every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

What if the greatest threat to the Christian church isn't new at all — but 1400 years old? Listen as Pastor Daniel Hayworth launches The Cross and the Crescent, a powerful 10-part series laying the biblical and historical foundation for understanding Islam's ongoing war against Christianity.You'll Learn:✅ Why cities like Ephesus, Nicaea, and Jerusalem are no longer Christian✅ The biblical case for two kingdoms — and why they cannot coexist✅ Who Muhammad really was and how the Quran was written✅ Key Islamic terms every informed Christian needs to understand✅ How this 1400-year conflict is arriving on American doorsteps todayThis episode is perfect for your commute, workout, or study time. Pastor Daniel grounds every point in Scripture — from Deuteronomy 6 to Ephesians 6 — so you walk away equipped, not just informed.Part 1 of 10 in The Cross and the Crescent series. Hit follow so you don't miss the next episode dropping this week.

What does a faith actually produce—in individuals, in societies, in history?In this episode, Pastor Daniel Hayworth and Pastor Nate Brown trace the historical fruit of Christianity and Islam. Beginning with Jesus's teaching in Matthew 7—that you'll know a tree by its fruit—they walk through the striking contrast between two belief systems and what each one produces when it takes root in a culture.Listen as they examine:✅ Christianity's expansion through sacrifice, service, and the gospel✅ The Islamic Caliphate system and its foundation in military conquest✅ The fruits of Christianity: hospitals, universities, and human flourishing✅ The realities of life under Islamic rule, historically and today✅ What this civilizational conflict means for Christians in America right nowPerfect for your morning commute or workout. Subscribe so you never miss an episode of the Under God Podcast.

This week's Culture Review covers four of the most urgent stories shaping America right now — and Pastors Stephen Martin and Daniel Hayworth are not holding back.Listen as they unpack the civil war fracturing the political right over Iran, why the SAVE Act is stalling in the Senate and what Christians must do about it, how to identify politicians like James Talarico who weaponize the language of Scripture to push a godless agenda, and what JD Vance's appointment as Fraud Czar means for the country's future.You'll Learn:✅ Why America First is not America Only — a biblical perspective on foreign policy✅ How Joshua 5 exposes politicians who bend God to their politics✅ Why Christian despair is a sin in this political moment — and what to do instead✅ What JD Vance as Fraud Czar signals about the 2028 political landscapeBooks Mentioned: The Fourth Turning · The Art of the DealNew episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT. Subscribe so you never miss one.

God has already equipped you for every battle you'll face — but are you wearing the armor? In this series finale on Ephesians, Pastor Daniel Hayworth walks through each piece of the Armor of God from Ephesians 6, unpacking both the biblical depth and historical context behind every weapon God has given his church.You'll Learn:✅ How God's authority covers your personal life, family, church, and work✅ What the Belt of Truth, Breastplate of Righteousness, and Shield of Faith actually mean and how to apply them✅ Why the church is designed to fight together — not alone✅ The difference between logos and rhema in Scripture✅ How prayer activates every piece of the armorThis is Part 6 of 6 in our series through the book of Ephesians. Subscribe so you never miss an episode — new content every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

Is Islam simply another path to God? Pastors Nate Brown and Daniel Hayworth say no — and they make the case from Scripture, history, and logic.Continuing their series on Islam in America, the pastors place the lives of Muhammad and Jesus side by side using C.S. Lewis's well-known framework of Liar, Lunatic, or Lord. The contrast is stark and the theological implications are urgent for the church today.You'll Learn:✅ Why Islam is a political ideology, not a religion — and what that means legally✅ What the American founders actually meant by religious liberty✅ How Muhammad's life of raids, conquest, and submission by the sword defines Islam today✅ Why the Quran cannot compare to Scripture's historical reliability and covenantal continuity✅ How Jesus alone stands at the fulfillment of a prophetic storyline no human could have manufacturedThis one is essential listening for any Christian trying to understand the world around them. New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT. Subscribe so you never miss one.

This week, Pastor Daniel Hayworth and Pastor Nate Brown walk through the headlines every Christian needs to understand — and they do it with biblical clarity and zero sugarcoating.Listen as they break down two weeks of the Iran conflict, explain what's really happening with NYC Mayor Mamdani's Islamic prayer gatherings inside City Hall, analyze the Texas Senate race between Ken Paxton and John Cornyn, and close with encouraging news from the persecuted church around the world.✅ Operation Epic Fury — strategic objectives, polling, and what Christians should think✅ NYC Mayor Mamdani's three-phase Islamization campaign — explained✅ Ken Paxton's SAVE Act ultimatum and what it means for election integrity✅ James Talarico: the fake Christian politician Texas Christians need to know about✅ Rwanda church persecution and Franklin Graham's 90,000-person Peru revivalPerfect for your morning commute or workout. Subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and never miss an episode.

What does a church with a real testimony actually look like? In Part 5 of our six-part Ephesians series, Pastor Stephen Martin teaches through Ephesians 5, revealing four biblical pillars every Christian must build their life on: guarded purity, resistance to deception, loyalty to the body of Christ, and the courage to expose evil.Listen as Pastor Stephen connects the Apostle Paul's ancient letter to the pressures Christians face right now—from sexual temptation and greed to cultural confusion and division in the church. This episode is as convicting as it is clarifying.You'll Learn:✅ Why purity and deception are directly connected✅ How to identify dividers and unifiers in your church✅ What it means to walk as children of light✅ How remaining planted leads to lasting spiritual fruitPerfect for your commute, workout, or morning routine. Subscribe and never miss an episode.

The Quran is the foundation of everything Islam does — yet most people have never examined what it actually says. In Part 4 of the Islam in America series, Pastors Nate and Daniel take a careful, fact-based look at the Quran on its own terms.You'll Learn:✅ What the Quran claims about its own authority, origins, and permanence✅ How it compares structurally and historically to the Bible✅ The Meccan vs. Medina split and its implications for Islamic doctrine today✅ Provable factual errors inside the text — and what happens to Muslims who raise them✅ What the Quran specifically commands about Christians and JewsThis is essential listening for any Christian seeking to understand the world around them with biblical confidence and cultural clarity. Subscribe and never miss an episode — new episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

In this Culture Review, Pastors Stephen Martin and Daniel Hayworth tackle three of the most explosive headlines in America: the Texas Republican primary showdown between Ken Paxton and John Cornyn, the U.S. bombing campaign that dismantled Iran's military apparatus, and a radical Islamic terrorist attack on Austin's 6th Street — just one hour from Vintage Church.Hear how they bring biblical clarity to each headline, connecting current events to Scripture and the responsibility every Christian carries in this cultural moment.You'll Learn:✅ Why the Paxton vs. Cornyn race is the most consequential Texas primary in a generation✅ How to biblically identify wolves who weaponize Christian language for political gain✅ What the Iran strikes reveal about America's peace-through-strength strategy✅ Why the Austin attack proves the Islamic threat is no longer just overseas✅ How the fear of the Lord connects to justice, civic engagement, and your daily lifePerfect for your commute, workout, or morning routine — this one will fire you up and anchor you in truth.Subscribe so you never miss a Monday, Wednesday, or Friday episode.

In Part 4 of the Ephesians series, Pastor Stephen Martin opens Ephesians 4 to explore the gifts God gave His church for unity, maturity, and mission. Hear how three distinct categories of spiritual gifts — the gifts of the Father, the Holy Spirit, and the Son — work together to build a church that can withstand any cultural pressure.Pastor Stephen explains the fivefold ministry of apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors, and teachers in a way that is both biblically grounded and immediately practical for your faith today.You'll Learn:✅ Why unity requires active effort from every believer✅ The biblical purpose of the local church in your spiritual growth✅ How the fivefold ministry protects against deception and false teaching✅ Why God designed Christians to become stronger under pressure, not just survive itPerfect for your morning commute or workout. Subscribe on Spotify or Apple Podcasts and never miss an episode of Under God Podcast — new episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

Part 3 of our Islam series. Pastor Nate Brown and Pastor Daniel Hayworth trace the origin story of Islam from Muhammad's early life in tribal Arabia through his claimed revelation, his rise to political and military power, and the violent conquest of Mecca.Listen as they unpack how a depressed, rejected man transformed into a warlord whose theological and political framework has shaped 1,400 years of Islamic history — and why it still matters for Christians today.You'll Learn:✅ What "peace" actually means in Islamic theology and why it's not coexistence✅ How Galatians 1:8 may be a prophetic warning about Muhammad's revelation✅ The difference between the Meccan and Medinan periods of the Quran✅ How the doctrine of jihad became a survival mechanism and religious duty✅ Why the origins of Islam directly impact Christian persecution happening right now📚 Book Mentioned: "The Ten Commandments & Their Influence on American Law" by William J. FedererThis episode is perfect for your commute or workout — and essential context for every Christian navigating today's cultural landscape. Hit follow so you never miss an episode dropping Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

Is America entering a golden age — or is that just political talk? Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Daniel Hayworth break down President Trump's record-setting State of the Union address through the lens of Scripture, tackling everything from border security wins to the Tucker Carlson controversy and why your vote is a biblical responsibility.You'll Learn:✅ Why gratitude is the biblical antidote to cultural anxiety and political chaos✅ The spiritual forces driving America's deepest divisions right now✅ How the story of Elisha's chariots of fire applies to believers today✅ Why emotionalism is destroying rational, Scripture-based decision making✅ The biblical case for why every Christian must votePerfect for your morning commute or workout — start your day anchored in truth. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode dropping Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT. Share this with a friend who needs to hear it today.

Do you know what God actually designed the church to do? In Part 3 of the Ephesus series, Pastor Daniel Hayworth walks through Ephesians 3 and lays out seven clear purposes God has given to His church—and to you personally as a believer.Listen as he explains why the local church is the greatest treasure in the heart of God, how your spiritual life impacts realms you cannot see, and why the life of faith is meant to be walked one step at a time.You'll Learn:✅ Seven biblical purposes every church and Christian is called to fulfill✅ Why God prunes you slowly—and what happens if He doesn't✅ The three commands Jesus gave His disciples after the resurrection✅ How to move from convert to disciple to Spirit-empowered witnessPerfect for your morning commute or workout. Hit follow so you never miss an episode—new ones drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

What does Islamic institutional growth actually look like in your community? In this second installment of the Islamification of America series, listen as Pastor Nate Brown and Air Force veteran Ryan Onesto examine specific developments happening right now across Central Texas—from Leander and Georgetown to Cedar Park and Austin.You'll Learn:✅ The scale of mosque and institutional growth in Texas over the last decade✅ How irrevocable property trust systems work to secure Islamic developments permanently✅ Why Texas passed HB 4211 to address Sharia-compliant compounds✅ The four-stage framework from institutions to enforcement playing out worldwideWhether you're on your commute or at the gym, this episode will open your eyes to what's happening in Texas suburbs and why it matters for every Christian in America. If you missed Part 1, go back and listen first for the full picture.Hit follow so you never miss an episode—new episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

Listen as Pastor Daniel Hayworth and Pastor Nate Brown walk you through the week's biggest headlines with a biblical framework you won't get anywhere else.Hear Secretary of State Marco Rubio's powerful defense of Western Christian civilization at the Munich Security Conference — and how AOC's response revealed everything wrong with the left's leadership. Then dive into the media's disturbing cover-up of transgender violence, the alarming bias baked into major AI platforms, Trump's 10-day warning to Iran, and why the Texas primaries demand your attention right now.Perfect for your commute, workout, or morning routine — this is the biblical lens you need to process what's happening in the world.You'll Learn:✅ How Rubio articulated the Christian roots of Western civilization✅ Why the media protects ideology over victims✅ What AI bias reveals about the culture war✅ Trump's strategic posture toward Iran✅ Why Texas primary turnout is up 200% and what it means for youNew episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode.

What if the church was never an afterthought — but a mystery hidden in the heart of God for centuries?In Part 1 of our brand-new 6-part series through the book of Ephesians, listen as Pastor Daniel Hayworth walks through the entire first chapter and reveals why Paul planted a church in one of the most wicked cities in the Roman Empire — and what that means for your faith today.Hear how God chose you before the foundation of the world, adopted you into His family, and sealed you with His Spirit — and why that changes everything about how you face a dark culture.You'll Learn:✅ Why Ephesus was a pagan stronghold and what that means for us today✅ The 8 spiritual blessings every believer receives in Christ✅ How God's hidden mystery defeated Satan's plan✅ Why biblical unity is the church's real strength✅ The doctrine of substitution and your new identity in ChristPerfect for your morning commute or workout — this is the series you don't want to miss. Subscribe now and start every week anchored in God's Word.

What if the biggest threat to American Christianity isn't coming from the political left — but from a 1,400-year-old ideology most Christians don't understand?Listen as Pastor Daniel Hayworth and Pastor Nathan Brown launch an in-depth series on Islam — what it actually teaches, how it operates as a political system of conquest, and why the American church is dangerously unprepared. After months of deep research into the Quran, Islamic history, and primary sources, they break down the key terms every Christian needs to know: Sharia, Jihad, Taqiyya, and more.You'll Learn:✅ Why Islam is fundamentally different from Christianity — not just another path to God✅ The key Islamic terms that reveal its true nature as a political ideology✅ How Islam builds power in free societies long before violence enters the picture✅ Why the "religion of peace" narrative collapses under historical scrutinyPerfect for your commute or workout — this is the series you'll want to follow from the beginning. Subscribe now so you don't miss a single episode.New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

This week's cultural review covers the headlines that matter most — and what God's Word has to say about all of them.Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Daniel Hayworth walk through the All-American Halftime Show's incredible gospel moment, break down the Texas Senate race and why midterm elections carry eternal weight, and address the Nancy Guthrie kidnapping with pastoral wisdom on how believers should respond during tragedy.You'll Learn:✅ Why biblical discernment is more reliable than worldly expertise✅ How Kid Rock's performance delivered an unexpected gospel presentation to millions✅ What's at stake in the 2026 Texas midterms and why Christians must show up✅ The SAVE Act and what voter integrity means for our nation's future✅ How Trump's new prescription drug marketplace is dropping prices by up to 93%Perfect for your morning commute, workout, or daily quiet time — this episode equips you with the biblical confidence to navigate every headline you'll encounter this week.Subscribe now so you never miss an episode — new episodes drop Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

The Jesus Movement of the 1960s–70s produced one of America's greatest spiritual revivals — and yet the nation still fell apart. Why? Because revival was never paired with reformation. Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin breaks down the three commands Jesus gave after His resurrection and why the church has been neglecting two of them for decades.You'll also hear from For Liberty and Justice founder Nate Schatzline, whose radical faith testimony about banning social transitioning for minors in Texas will challenge everything you believe about what's possible when the church steps into the arena.You'll Learn:✅ Why "I don't get political" is the enemy's greatest deception✅ The three post-resurrection commands and why all three are essential✅ How ordinary church members are stepping into political office✅ What the Overton Window is and how Christians can shift itPerfect for your commute, workout, or anytime you need to be reminded that you were chosen for this moment. Subscribe and never miss an episode — new episodes drop Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

Why should Christians support Israel? It's not a political question—it's a theological one. And how you answer it reveals what you really believe about God's character.Listen as Pastor Nate Brown and production team member Elyot walk through the Scriptures that establish God's everlasting, unbreakable covenant with Israel—and why that covenant is the very foundation of your own salvation. This episode tackles replacement theology, defines Christian Zionism, and equips you with the biblical framework you need before engaging any political debate about the modern state of Israel.Perfect for your commute, workout, or morning quiet time—this is the conversation every Christian needs to hear before forming an opinion on Israel.You'll Learn:✅ Why the Israel conversation must start with theology, not politics✅ How "grafted in" is different from "replaced" in Romans 11✅ What Christian Zionism actually means—and what it doesn't✅ Why God's faithfulness to Israel is the guarantee of your salvationHit follow so you never miss an episode—new episodes drop Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

This week's culture review covers the headlines that matter most to Christians navigating today's chaos. Pastor Stephen Martin, Pastor Daniel Hayworth, and Pastor Nate Brown unpack the release of 3 million pages of Epstein files and what they actually reveal about the political establishment.Listen as the pastors break down a landmark $2 million detransitioner lawsuit that could set a powerful legal precedent, the arrest of Don Lemon for disrupting a church service, a Texas activist judge who handcuffed a lawyer for questioning her pride flags, Ilhan Omar's growing fraud scandal, and New York City's staggering $12 billion deficit under new leadership.You'll Learn✅ What the Epstein files reveal and why believers don't need to fear the truth✅ How the detransitioner verdict connects scientism, parental rights, and biblical justice✅ Why mental health and spiritual health are the same thing according to Scripture✅ What Romans 13 teaches about the purpose of government and accountabilityPerfect for your morning commute or workout—start your day anchored in biblical truth. Subscribe and never miss an episode every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

What does it actually mean to surrender your life to God? Pastor Daniel Hayworth walks through Acts 13 — the moment the early church launched the first intentional missionary journey — and reveals a pattern every Christian needs to understand.Listen as Pastor Daniel explains why God only speaks to surrendered people, why He measures success by obedience rather than outcomes, and why the local church is essential to every believer's calling. Whether you're facing opposition at work, in your family, or in the culture, this episode equips you with biblical confidence to keep moving forward.You'll Learn:✅ How the Antioch church model applies to your everyday life✅ Why opposition is actually proof the gospel is advancing✅ The difference between conversion and true discipleship✅ Why you can't fulfill God's mission apart from the local churchPerfect for your morning commute or daily quiet time. Subscribe and start every week equipped with biblical truth for real-world battles.New episodes Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

What if everything you've been told about finding your purpose has it backwards?Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin walks through the New Testament letters and reveals why the Christian life is impossible without the Holy Spirit's equipping power—and why seeking the Kingdom first is the only path to real transformation.Perfect for your morning commute or workout, this episode will help you understand:You'll Learn:✅ Why rejecting worldly patterns is the first step to spiritual growth✅ How your identity in Christ changes everything about how you live✅ The nine fruits of the Spirit and why they can't be manufactured✅ What patient endurance unlocks in your faith journeyWhether you're new to faith or you've been walking with God for decades, this message will anchor you in what matters most.New episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT. Subscribe now and start your morning with biblical truth that works in real life.

Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Daniel Hayworth break down the week's biggest stories through the lens of Scripture. From the Minneapolis ICE shooting to Trump's historic Davos speech to Iran's ignored death toll, this episode equips you with biblical clarity for cultural chaos.Perfect for your commute or workout—this culture review will help you see past the propaganda and understand what's really happening.You'll Learn:✅ The DARVO strategy and how to recognize propaganda tactics✅ What Proverbs teaches about the "companion of fools"✅ Why Trump's Greenland push is about generational security✅ How to find a courageous church in an age of cowardly pastorsHit subscribe and start your week with the truth you need to stand firm in your faith. New episodes drop Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

Listen as Pastor Daniel Hayworth interviews Joey Agee, a Bell County native running for Justice of the Peace who believes the church is called to engage the public square—not retreat from it.Joey shares his powerful testimony: saved at five years old, surviving a near-fatal car accident, watching his son battle a brain tumor, and ultimately hearing God's clear call to serve in local government. This conversation explores what it really means to follow Christ one step at a time—especially when the destination isn't clear.Perfect for your morning commute or workout, this episode will challenge you to consider where God might be calling you to serve.You'll Learn:✅ How Joey went from leading worship to running for office✅ The jury duty experience that changed everything✅ Why Christians can't afford to sit out local elections✅ What servant leadership looks like in governmentLearn more about Joey's campaign at www.ageeforjp.com or www.agee4jp.com, and follow "Vote Agee" on Facebook.Subscribe now so you never miss an episode—new episodes drop every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

Listen as Pastor Daniel interviews Pam Blair, a Christian woman running for Bell County District Clerk in the Texas primary. Perfect for your morning commute or workout, this episode will challenge you to rethink how you engage with local politics.What You'll Discover:✅ How God can call ordinary believers into the political arena✅ Why local elections often impact your life more than national races✅ The powerful testimony of a military spouse stepping into public service✅ Practical ways to evaluate candidates who share your biblical valuesPam shares her miraculous birth story, her journey to faith, and the moment God shook her world with a call to run for office. You'll also learn what a District Clerk actually does and why it matters for justice in your community.Whether you've never considered local politics or you're already engaged, this conversation will equip you with biblical perspective on civic responsibility.Subscribe now and never miss an episode. New episodes drop Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

What does God expect from you in this political moment? Pastor Stephen Martin joins from New York with Pastor Daniel Hayworth for a culture review episode that cuts through the noise with biblical clarity.Listen as they break down Virginia's alarming leftward shift, Trump's threat to invoke the Insurrection Act in Minnesota, and why the Vance family's fourth child announcement is the ultimate pro-family message for our time.Pastor Stephen challenges every believer with a penetrating question he asks his pastoral team: "What time is it?" Not the literal hour—but what has God specifically called you to do in this moment of history?You'll Learn:✅ The biblical parallel between today's voters and the Israelites wanting to return to Egypt✅ Why Romans 13 matters for understanding government's God-ordained role✅ How to recognize manipulation tactics rooted in Luciferian strategy✅ Why getting married young and having kids early leads to blessingPerfect for your commute or workout—this episode equips you with the biblical framework to engage culture with confidence. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode dropping Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.