Courage & Faith Podcast

What does it take to stand for your faith when the cost is high and the outcome is uncertain? In this Profiles of Courage segment from Courage Conference, hear two powerful stories of local believers whose convictions made national headlines. Gerald Groff shares how his fight for the right to observe the Sabbath led to a unanimous U.S. Supreme Court victory that strengthened religious freedom prot...

What does Israel reveal about the character of God? In this Courage Conference session, Kirby Calhoun of Christians United for Israel (CUFI) reminds us that Israel is evidence of God’s faithfulness to His Word and His people. The God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob does not change His mind—and His promises concerning Israel still matter because God is sovereign and His Word can be trusted. Kirby addr...

Are you paying attention? In this Courage Conference session, Austin Hamrick challenges the Church to wake up to what is happening around the world, and understand the biblical significance of global events and the times in which we live. Austin reminds us that Jesus is coming back, and His return should create urgency in how we live today. Rather than hanging our heads in fear or discouragement,...

What would you say if someone handed you a microphone and asked you to defend your faith in the middle of a college campus? Brittany Leboeuf begins her Courage Conference session by doing just that—tackling common cultural questions with truth, clarity, and courage. She then shares her personal journey from being a liberal-minded college student to discovering the truth of God's Word and the life-...

We live in a world marked by dissonance—division, conflict, hostility, and turmoil. But true harmony with God requires reconciliation, and reconciliation comes at a cost. In this powerful Courage Conference session, Pastor Rob McCoy connects the gospel to the division we see in our nation and around the world, challenging the Church to pursue reconciliation and remain focused on truth rather than...

One year after Charlie Kirk’s assassination, I’m looking back at what happened after the bullet was fired: the gospel reached millions, a generation witnessed remarkable courage and forgiveness, and the attempt to silence one voice created something no assassin could control. But this isn’t just about remembering Charlie. It’s about us. Have Christians become so afraid of controversy, criticism an...

At Courage Conference, Chloe Cole shares her deeply personal story of growing up as a tomboy and finding what she believed were safe communities online—only to be introduced to the idea that she was born in the wrong body. With encouragement from medical professionals, Chloe underwent hormone treatment and gender-transition surgery, becoming, in her words, a medical experiment. The physical conseq...

What happens when the Church stops watching? In this Courage Conference presentation, Pastor Stephen Martin examines the growth of Islam in the United States, using Texas as a case study in what he describes as the increasing Islamification of American culture. Drawing from Islamic doctrine and history, Martin explores the ideological and political forces he believes threaten the Judeo-Christian f...

What happens when a generation learns to criticize America before it ever learns to appreciate her story? In this powerful Courage Conference presentation, Tim Barton reminds us of American history marked by remarkable freedom, stability, prosperity, and benevolence—an extraordinary legacy worth celebrating. Barton exposes how division and distorted history can undermine a nation, reminding us tha...

Ideas have consequences, and the future of our culture will be shaped by what we believe, teach, and pass on to the next generation. In this episode, Pastor Sam Masteller welcomes author, mathematician, and cultural critic Dr. James Lindsay for a wide-ranging conversation examining the ideas behind today's cultural upheaval. They explore the rise of Western Marxism, critical theory, the "woke Righ...

What if the first eleven chapters of Genesis are more than the beginning of the Bible—they're the foundation for understanding every major doctrine of the Christian faith? In this episode of Courage + Faith, Pastor Sam Masteller welcomes creation apologist Eric Hovind, President of Creation Today, for a compelling conversation about the importance of a biblical worldview rooted in Genesis. Togethe...

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, one question demands an answer: Why are we rewriting our history? In this episode of the Courage + Faith Podcast, Pastor Sam explores the battle beneath today’s political and cultural debates. The real conflict isn’t simply over historical facts—it’s over the worldview through which those facts are interpreted. What happens when objective truth is repla...

Pastor Sam Masteller sits down with pro-life advocate Seth Gruber to discuss his book, The Last Stand. They discuss the historical forces that have shaped our culture, the ideas that have influenced modern society, and the challenges facing America today. This episode will encourage you to stand firm and engage the world with biblical clarity. Drawing lessons from history, their conversation offer...

As we observe Life Month, Pastor Sam Masteller and Sarah Tarnowski of Love Life discuss how Christians can stand firmly on God’s Word while demonstrating genuine compassion toward those facing difficult and heartbreaking situations. The conversation also addresses a recent viral video involving a child with Down syndrome and the broader cultural questions it raises about human worth, prenatal diag...

In a culture where disagreement is often labeled as hatred and affirmation is treated as the highest virtue, many Christians are asking an important question: How do we genuinely love people without compromising biblical truth? In this episode of Courage + Faith, we tackle one of the most challenging conversations facing the Church today. As Pride Month fills headlines, social media feeds, corpora...

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, this broadcast reflects on the significance of our nation’s foundations and the reality that freedom only works when people are guided by truth and moral conviction. “When the foundations are being destroyed, what can the righteous do?” — Psalm 11:3 As courageous believers, we're called to engage the public square with wisdom, conviction, and hope, and...

Don’t let loud voices or conspiracy thinking pull you away from truth. If you’ve been wrestling with questions about Zionism, Israel’s right to exist, or how Christians should respond, this episode equips you to think biblically and stand courageously. The enemy wants to sew confusion and division, but you can exercise divine discernment. Join us as we break down: • The dangerous framework that la...

Pastors Sam Masteller and Chris Rue highlight the prophetic significance of Palm Sunday and how it reveals the precise fulfillment of God’s redemptive plan. From Old Testament prophecy to Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, this moment was divinely orchestrated. Every detail points to a faithful God who set His plan in motion long before it unfolded in history. What was fulfilled then assures...

In this thought-provoking episode of Courage + Faith, Pastor Sam Masteller sits down with Pastor Austin Hamrick to explore the rapid rise of artificial intelligence and its potential connection to end-times deception. As technology advances at an unprecedented pace, how should Christians think biblically about AI? Could it play a role in shaping systems of control, influence, or false worship desc...

Is Christianity really collapsing under scrutiny or are many people walking away without ever examining it deeply?  In this episode, the Freedom Life Pastoral Team explores five critical questions every believer should ask before dismantling their faith, and they address the real issues driving deconstruction today. This conversation will also enlighten you on how to develop faith that is strong e...

Pastor Sam Masteller sits down with Pastor Chris Rue to better understand Israel’s central role in God’s supreme plan and what that means for Christians today. They disclose the interconnectedness of biblical prophecy, the covenantal faithfulness of God, and why history is still being written — with Jesus returning to establish His kingdom on earth. The conversation also addresses why Christians s...

Pastor Sam Masteller sits down with historian and author William J. Federer to deliver a timely charge: Go forth and be courageous.  When we follow in the footsteps of Charles Finney and Charlie Kirk, we can expect to shape culture and change the world! Their obedience and boldness sparked significant movements and influenced some of the greatest leaders in history. An awakening is stirring. Now i...

Pastor Sam Masteller sits down with Pastor Rob McCoy for a bold conversation at the intersection revival and discipleship, and the cross-section of morality and government. From preaching the gospel to an estimated 1.7 billion people during Charlie Kirk’s memorial service to unpacking Christian nationalism and the dangers of silent faith, Pastor Rob speaks with clarity and conviction. If you’ve wr...

In today’s culture, empathy has been crowned as the highest virtue, but is it actually helping anyone? When mercy is offered without accountability, it doesn’t heal, it creates cycles of harm. In this episode, we draw a clear line between empathy and compassion. While empathy zooms in on individual feelings and stories, compassion looks ahead—considering truth, responsibility, and long-term freedo...

Pastor David Engelhardt, lead pastor of Kings Church, joins Pastor Sam Masteller to address the headlines shaping the national conversation—including ICE operations, borders, and the role of the Church in a moment of cultural confusion. As emotions run high, this episode cuts through the noise to ask: What does Scripture actually teach about borders, law, compassion, and justice? and How should Ch...