Under God | With Pastor Stephen Martin

Listen as Pastor Nate Brown and Pastor Daniel Hayworth break down the viral Joe Rogan interview with Texas State Rep James Talarico - a self-proclaimed Christian who opposes the Ten Commandments in schools.This eye-opening episode reveals how progressive ideology has infiltrated Christianity and why biblical literacy matters more than ever. Perfect for your commute or workout as you build spiritual discernment.You'll Learn:✅ How to spot progressive Christianity's deceptions✅ The real history of faith in American education ✅ Why the Ten Commandments matter for society✅ How to defend biblical truth in conversationsHear the biblical response to claims that Christians should embrace moral relativism and keep faith private. This is essential listening for anyone who wants to think biblically about cultural issues.New episodes drop Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 7 AM CT. Subscribe now to equip yourself with biblical confidence for real-world battles.

Listen as Pastor Nate Brown and Pastor Daniel Hayworth navigate this week's most challenging cultural moments - from public adultery scandals to powerful testimonies of redemption. Hear how Hulk Hogan's conversion story reminds us that no one is beyond God's reach, plus discover how religious freedom is making a comeback in federal workplaces.Pastor Daniel shares his moving tribute to Hulk Hogan's transformation, exploring how God's grace can reach even the most unlikely people in their final years.You'll Learn:✅ Why marriage still matters (even when culture says it doesn't)✅ Hulk Hogan's transformation: From drugs to Jesus in his final years✅ How Trump's faith office is restoring religious expression rights✅ The truth behind Obama's Russia collusion setup✅ What's really happening in Gaza vs. media narrativesPerfect for your morning commute - get equipped with biblical wisdom to face whatever today brings. New episodes Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 7 AM CT.Subscribe now for practical faith that works in real life.

Confused about how churches should be governed? You're not alone. Most Christians don't understand the biblical model for church leadership.You'll Learn:✅ The 4 primary church government models explained simply✅ What the Bible actually says about elder qualifications✅ Why some churches thrive while others struggle with leadership✅ How to evaluate if your church follows biblical patternsListen as Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Nathan Brown conclude their transformative series on church government. Perfect for your morning commute or workout - gain clarity on one of Christianity's most misunderstood topics.This episode equips you with the wisdom to understand church leadership from a biblical perspective. Whether you're a new believer or seasoned Christian, you'll walk away with practical insights for engaging with your local church.New episodes Monday, Wednesday, Friday at 7 AM CT. Subscribe now for biblical confidence delivered straight to your earbuds.

Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin returns to share the powerful story of how God raised up reformers to break 1,000 years of institutional control. Perfect for your morning commute—discover how the Protestant Reformation still impacts your faith today.You'll Learn:✅ The apostolic → institutional church cycle and why it matters✅ Martin Luther's revolutionary stand against corruption✅ How different denominations emerged and govern today✅ Why "every member is a minister" changes everythingPastor Stephen and Pastor Nate break down complex church history into practical wisdom you can apply today. From the printing press to modern church plants, see how God uses technology and brave leaders to spread His truth.Subscribe now for biblical confidence every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT. Because when you understand where we've been, you'll know where God is leading.

Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin equips you to identify and stand against the spirit of Antichrist operating in modern culture. Perfect for your commute - discover how Saul Alinsky's "Rules for Radicals" (literally dedicated to Lucifer) infiltrates institutions to confuse believers, and learn biblical responses to each deceptive tactic.You'll Learn:✅ Six biblical characteristics that identify the spirit of Antichrist✅ How gaslighting, cancel culture, and emotional manipulation follow demonic patterns✅ Why kindness (power under control) defeats worldly "niceness"✅ Practical strategies for standing firm when culture pressures you to compromise✅ How to respond with biblical truth instead of falling for deception

Listen as Pastor Nate and Pastor Daniel reveal how Constantine's dramatic conversion transformed Christianity from a persecuted faith to the foundation of Western civilization. This episode unpacks the Council of Nicaea, where church leaders defined orthodox Christianity against dangerous heresies.✅ You'll Learn:✅ Constantine's supernatural vision and the Cairo symbol that changed history✅ How the Arian controversy threatened the doctrine of Christ's divinity✅ Why Saint Nicholas allegedly punched a heretic at the council✅ The complete Nicene Creed and its enduring significance✅ How early church fathers established proper church-state boundaries✅ Augustine's massive influence on Christian theology through CalvinPerfect for your commute or workout - discover how biblical courage shaped church governance and why these principles matter for Christians today. This isn't just history; it's the foundation of everything we believe about church authority and biblical orthodoxy.Subscribe for biblical confidence and practical wisdom every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM.

Listen as Pastor Nate and Pastor Daniel unpack the Post-Apostolic Era (100-313 AD), revealing how the disciples of the apostles faced the same leadership challenges you encounter today. Perfect for your commute or workout, this episode delivers practical wisdom from church history.✅ You'll Learn:✅ How biblical church membership strengthens your spiritual foundation✅ Why early church governance principles still apply in modern churches✅ How Ignatius, Polycarp, and other church fathers combated ancient heresies✅ The pastoral heart that drove early leaders to sacrifice everything for their people✅ How the Didache provided practical church guidelines that work todayThese weren't weak, soft men hiding in studies—they were bold leaders who gladly died for biblical truth. Their courage and wisdom shaped Christianity for 2,000 years.Ready to be challenged by the disciples of those who walked with Jesus? Hit subscribe and discover the biblical foundation that can transform your leadership and faith today.

When headlines make your head spin, you need biblical wisdom to see clearly. Join Pastor Stephen Martin, Pastor Nathan Brown, and Pastor Daniel Hayworth as they process four major cultural stories through the lens of Scripture.You'll Learn:✅ How to respond biblically when Christian celebrities compromise their faith✅ Why immigration policy and biblical justice go hand-in-hand✅ The connection between false compassion and real harm to the innocent✅ How to maintain integrity while supporting imperfect political leaders

Ever wondered how the church was actually supposed to be governed? Pastor Nate and Pastor Daniel launch a powerful mini-series tracing church leadership from Christ to today, starting with the apostolic era that changed everything.Listen as they reveal why Jesus told the disciples "it's better if I leave" and how the Holy Spirit empowered ordinary men to build an unstoppable movement—even when it cost them everything. Every apostle except John was martyred for leading the early church.Perfect for your commute or workout, this episode grounds modern church governance debates in biblical truth and historical reality.✅ Christ's four-fold leadership gifts to equip the church✅ How the apostles transitioned from followers to martyred leaders✅ Why church governance should be staff-led but membership-run✅ The generational cost of faithful biblical leadership

Tired of the endless debates about women in ministry? Ready for biblical wisdom that actually brings peace instead of division? Pastor Nate Brown and Pastor Daniel Hayworth conclude their powerful series with Deanna Opheim, a woman who's found freedom in God's design.Listen as they navigate the tension between cultural pressure and biblical truth, revealing how the New Testament both elevates women AND maintains God's order. This isn't about capability—it's about God's perfect design for the church family.Perfect for your commute, workout, or quiet time when you need biblical confidence to cut through cultural chaos.You'll Learn:✅ How your identity in Christ transcends all cultural labels and pressures✅ Why biblical headship in marriage and church creates peace, not oppression✅ Real-world application of scriptural principles in modern ministry✅ Where Vintage Church draws the lines on women's leadership rolesSubscribe now and equip yourself with biblical confidence for real-world conversations about faith, gender, and God's design.

When Central Texas floods claimed over 120 lives, including tragedy near their own church, Pastor Nathan Brown and Pastor Daniel Hayworth wrestled with the hardest questions faith faces. Listen as they provide biblical wisdom for processing tragedy, grief, and the age-old question: "Why does God allow suffering?"You'll Learn:✅ The theological difference between questioning God and accusing Him✅ How the fall of creation explains natural disasters biblically✅ Why Jesus learned obedience through suffering—and what that teaches us✅ C.S. Lewis's profound insights on grief versus theological answers✅ Practical steps for laying anxiety at God's feet during crisisPerfect for your commute or workout—discover how hope and grief can coexist in the Christian life. These pastors don't offer easy answers; they offer biblical ones.Support Central Texas flood relief: https://www.vintage.church/flood-reliefSubscribe for biblical confidence that cuts through cultural noise every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.

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Every Christian should know the biblical foundations literally built into our nation's capital.

Jesus shocked His culture by treating women as equals. Discover how He revolutionized women's roles and why it matters for the church today.

Are you buying the lie that men and women are exactly the same? Discover what God's original design reveals about biblical manhood and womanhood before sin distorted everything.

Think globalism started with Klaus Schwab? Think again. This ancient rebellion against God's design reveals why nations, borders & laws matter.

Does the Bible really restrict women from ministry leadership? Discover the powerful examples Scripture gives us of women God chose to lead. From judges to apostles, the evidence might surprise you.

Are you unknowingly craving what's not yours? Discover how coveting leads to social rot and how Christ offers true contentment.

Are you surrounded by false religions and don't even know it? Discover the one question that exposes every cult and heresy.

Do you tell 'white lies'? Discover why every Christian struggles with the 9th commandment and how truth is under attack in 2025.EPISODE OVERVIEW:In this eye-opening episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate tackle the controversial truth that "every single one of us lie" while diving deep into the Ninth Commandment. You'll discover when lying might actually be justified, how God Himself uses deception for higher purposes, and why truth is under unprecedented attack in modern America. From Nazi Germany to modern politics, this episode will challenge your assumptions about honesty and integrity.KEY TAKEAWAYS:✅ Understanding when "lying" might be justified for protecting life✅ Recognizing how small lies chip away at personal integrity✅ Identifying modern forms of deception in politics and media✅ Practical steps to become a person of truth in a culture of lies

Think you're not a thief? Most Christians are stealing every day without realizing it.Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate explore the 8th Commandment and reveal how God wants to develop you into someone He can trust. You'll discover modern forms of theft and learn why integrity in small things leads to God's blessing in big things.Key Points:The 8th Commandment is about trustworthiness, not just avoiding crimeModern theft includes time stealing, digital piracy, and robbing GodIntegrity in little decisions qualifies you for greater purposesScripture: Exodus 20:15, Malachi 3:8-10Links: www.undergodpodcast.com

Redemption didn't start in Matthew—it began in Genesis.In this episode of Under God, Pastor Stephen Martin cracks open one of Scripture's best-kept secrets: the ten names in Genesis 5 form a complete Gospel sentence centuries before Jesus was born. If you've ever skimmed a genealogy, this deep dive will change how you read the Bible forever.

☀️ In this episode, Pastor Nate flips the summer mindset on its head. While most are unplugging, he challenges us to stay spiritually connected and go deeper. Summer doesn't have to be a break from growth—it can be your most impactful season yet.Discover five biblical habits to help you grow in faith while others check out. Whether you're hitting the lake or working late, this episode calls every man to keep showing up for God, for your church, and for your purpose.

Every year, myths and misinformation about Easter start to circulate — but is there any truth to the claim that Easter is pagan? In this episode, Pastors Stephen and Nate address the most common accusations and set the record straight. From the origins of the name "Easter" to the meaning behind eggs and bunnies, they unpack the facts and point us back to what Easter is really about — the resurrection of Jesus.Main Topics Covered:✔️ The truth about the name “Easter.”✔️ Where Easter eggs and the bunny really came from.✔️ Why Easter was not borrowed from pagan celebrations.✔️ How social media spreads misinformation about Christian holidays.✔️ The importance of celebrating the resurrection with clarity and confidence.Key Scriptures:

Every year, myths and misinformation about Easter start to circulate — but is there any truth to the claim that Easter is pagan? In this episode, Pastors Stephen and Nate address the most common accusations and set the record straight. From the origins of the name "Easter" to the meaning behind eggs and bunnies, they unpack the facts and point us back to what Easter is really about — the resurrection of Jesus.Main Topics Covered:✔️ The truth about the name “Easter.”✔️ Where Easter eggs and the bunny really came from.✔️ Why Easter was not borrowed from pagan celebrations.✔️ How social media spreads misinformation about Christian holidays.✔️ The importance of celebrating the resurrection with clarity and confidence.Key Scriptures:

On Maundy Thursday, Jesus shared His final meal with His disciples, washed their feet, and prayed in the garden before going to the cross. It was a night marked by love, humility, and surrender. In this episode, Pastor Stephen unpacks the powerful moments of Maundy Thursday — from the Last Supper to the Garden of Gethsemane — and reminds us that following Jesus means serving others, trusting God's will, and remembering the sacrifice of Christ.Show Notes: "Maundy Thursday – The Table, The Towel, The Garden"Main Topics Covered:✔️ The meaning of Maundy Thursday in Holy Week.✔️ The Last Supper and the power of communion.✔️ Jesus washing the disciples' feet as a model of servant leadership.✔️ Jesus praying in the Garden of Gethsemane.✔️ Trusting God's will in the face of suffering.Key Scriptures: