Courage & Faith Podcast

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...

Pastor Kelly Lohrke shares his journey from gangs and drugs to grace and destiny—revealing how an encounter with Jesus didn’t just change his habits, but completely transformed his identity and future. His story is a reminder that no one is too far gone and that real freedom is found only in Christ. Along with Pastor Sam Masteller, we explore true discipleship and courageous faith. In a culture fu...

As part of the Courageous Christianity Tour, Sean Feucht and Pastor Sam Masteller acknowledge this significant moment in time—marked by rising darkness and rising light. Sean reminds us that God is on the throne and the Church must lead the way in the wake of shocking national events. They also discuss the urgent need for awakening and renewed momentum in the Church while pursuing community and re...

In this powerful episode, Pastor Sam Masteller and Pastor Mykal Smith tackle the growing trend of Third-Way Christianity—the belief that the Church should stay neutral and avoid speaking clearly on cultural and moral issues. Through the examples of Agabus in the Book of Acts and the Men of Issachar in 1 Chronicles, they show that true spiritual leadership never stays silent when truth is on the li...

Before walking away, learn how to evaluate your church’s voice and leadership in light of Scripture and truth. In this episode, we wrestle with the question many are asking after Charlie Kirk’s death: should I leave my church if it didn’t speak up? We’ll explore what silence can signify, the difference between caution and compromise, and why discernment—not reaction—is key.

In this episode, Pastor Sam Masteller responds to the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk. With grief and hope, he reflects on Charlie’s impact, the rising hostility toward Christians, and the call to stand boldly for truth while loving our enemies.

In today’s culture, disagreement is often labeled as hate—and silence is mistaken for love. In this bold and necessary conversation, Pastor Sam Masteller sits down with Dr. Joe Davis, Ph. D. in Apologetics, to confront the confusion surrounding gender identity, homosexuality, and the Christian response. Together, they explore what the Bible actually says, why it still matters, and how Christians c...

In this powerful conversation, Pastor Sam Masteller sits down with Dr. Daniel McNaughton to explore the relevance, beauty, and authority of the Old Testament in today’s world. Dr. McNaughton brings pastoral insight and academic clarity to help listeners understand why the Old Testament is not just a historical artifact but a vital foundation for Christian faith, theology, and identity. They’ll dis...

Chip & Joanna Gaines recently featured a same-sex couple with children on their Magnolia show—and Christians are applauding. But here’s the question no one’s asking: What happens when those called to uphold biblical truth begin celebrating what God calls sin? In this episode of Courage Over Cowardice, Pastor Sam Masteller unpacks why this conversation matters—not just for one moment or message, bu...

Is Israel just another country on the map—or is it a miracle in motion? In this episode, Pastor Sam Masteller offers insight to the most common questions and conspiracy theories surrounding the Jewish people and the modern state of Israel. Have you ever wondered? • Why is Israel a hot topic? • Did the Church replace Israel in God’s redemptive plan? • Are today’s Jewish people really Abraham’s desc...

In this episode of the Courage Over Cowardice Podcast, we confront the cultural chaos surrounding illegal immigration and the growing movement behind protests like the “No Kings” rally. But this isn’t just about policy—it’s about ideology, theology, and spiritual clarity. We expose the dangerous roots of this movement—Critical Theory and cultural Marxism—and explain how they’ve infiltrated our ins...