Courage & Faith Podcast

For the first time in history, we see the framing of Scriptural prophecy preparing the way for the return of Jesus. Those who oppose Jesus strategize to annihilate the people of Israel to eliminate the Jewish presence, for which Christ will return. In this episode, Pastor Chris Rue and Pastor Sam Masteller emphasize that what is important to God must become important to us, and parallel the Old Te...

Culture is on the brink of erasing women. The Biden Administration recently proposed an amendment to Title IX that would eliminate sex to include gender identity, thus allowing any male claiming to be a female to operate with the same rights formerly held by women-only. Invasively, restroom and locker room privacy would be stripped away and women's sports are threatened under the guise of "fairnes...

Abortion is an matter of sin, with selfishness at its core. No amount of funding or programs will be able to curb the vulgar services sold in exchange for a promise of convenience. The world screams, "You're not ready to be a mom," and "Now is not the time." Yet, God designed females for child-bearing, every child is a miracle, and there is a community willing to provide essential support at all t...

There is a lot of danger when people say "nothing is normal" or "everything is normal," as it leads to the worship of self and a culture of perversion. The exponential growth of queer theory acceptance, allowance and celebration is alarming -- and calculated. Emotional manipulation has become the accelerant to the techniques of groomers targeting middle-class women and children. In this episode, D...

Those who believe that God's Word calls individuals to be the salt light of the earth are required to engage with culture and vote their values. Chad Connelly and Sam Masteller agree that politics can't be bypassed. Christians are dual citizens, spiritual beings living in the natural realm, and entrusted to stand up and speak out for righteousness in a society that is intentionally suppressing Chr...

Courage produces greater results than we think! Samuel Deuth shares how we lead and "override the bully" with courage -- as individuals, parents, and leaders in our communities. He also emphasizes the importance of knowing God's Word to be able to identify lies and transform hearts with truth. This is the path to freedom and liberty, and how we increase our faith and witness a move of God through...

Coming to America from El Salvador, Danny Najera has a deeply rooted appreciation for the land of the free and the home of the brave. After waiting six years to legally enter the U.S., he seeks to give back to the community and enrich our country with the truth of God's Word and the light of Christ. In this interview, Danny and Pastor Sam Masteller discuss the importance of border safety and expos...

In a world that tries to "out-love God" and "be nicer than Jesus" through deceit, Victoria Robinson confronts lies from the abortion industry and unmasks the grief and pain associated with killing a baby in the womb. Victoria shares her personal experience: converting what the enemy intended for harm to be used for the glory of God by His grace, mercy and forgiveness. She also provides guidance fo...

Myles Rutherford and his wife, DeLana, are the founders and senior pastors of Worship with Wonders Church, a thriving, multicultural, Spirit-led fellowship in Marietta, Georgia. They carry a spirit of unity for the body of Christ and they believe in a church that is revival-born, relationship-driven, and the dwelling for the Spirit of the Lord! Myles Rutherford attended World Harvest Bible College...

Toni McFadden shares her abortion experience and exposes the lies surrounding women's healthcare. She brings a deeper understanding to forgiveness and redemption, and leads listeners to overcome their past mistakes. Toni is the founder of Relationships Matter, a program that educates youth on the degradation of sex in our culture while equipping them to walk out healthy relationships. She is a gra...

We can anticipate a full array of controversial discourse in 2024, so establishing a biblical worldview at the onset is critical as we stand for truth, freedom and liberty in the weeks and months ahead. In this episode, Pastor Sam Masteller and Pastor David Engelhardt discuss the invasion of illegal immigrants, the free Palestinian movement, and the Great Reset. Listen in! Pastor David Engelhardt...

The more we feed our appetites of the flesh, the less we rely on the things of God; and the easier it is to become spiritually blinded by pride, and fall prey to divisiveness. Yet, if we remain humble and submit ourselves to prayer and fasting, we can experience personal revival and be used mightily for the Kingdom of Heaven. Shane Idleman is the founder and lead pastor of Westside Christian Fello...

Joe Riddle founded Danger Close Consulting in 2022. He serves as a preaching and teaching pastor at Wave Church in Virginia Beach. He completed a masters degree in divinity at Regent University in 2023, with a speciality in Biblical language studies. When he isn't serving churches, you are likely to find him with his children or training for an endurance event. In this episode, Joe and Pastor Sam...

In the state of California, PERK (Protection of the Educational Rights of Kids) has successfully stopped 7 bills from passing into law that would have mandated vaccines and advanced transgender ideologies throughout the school system and public service branches. If they're winning in California, we can win in our communities too when we take action and stand for righteousness! Amy Bohn is the co-f...

Gen Z has grown up in a world that has affirmed their desires to be happy--opposing the teaching of Christ to deny our flesh--and has left them the most anxious, depressed, confused and lonely generation. In this episode, Spencer Nakamura and Pastor Sam talk about the affects of progressive Christianity sweeping through culture on waves of emotions, and how to respond to hurt and pursue truth in a...

Countering the strong societal sway, children are not inherent sexual beings prior to puberty. In this episode, Dr. Brittany LeBoeuf and Pastor Sam Masteller define modern terms, uncover the dangers of gender-affirming behavior, and provide practical questions and perspectives when conversing with individuals who express harmful viewpoints. Listen, and learn how to be a caring advocate and resourc...

Our society is starving for courageous men who can overcome distraction and lead with discipline! In this episode of Courage Over Cowardice, Paul Cole and Pastor Sam Masteller discuss how identity is formed -- and often misplaced -- and the essential role of fathers in shaping the future. Paul Louis Cole is President of the  Christian Men’s Network  Worldwide and Founding Pastor of C3 Church in Da...

Colossians 4:5 says, "Be wise in the way you act toward outsiders; make the most of every opportunity." So what does it look like for Christians to be equipped with God's Word, engaging with culture, and exercising biblical principles in their families and lifestyles? In this episode of Courage Over Cowardice, Larry Tomczak and Pastor Sam Masteller discuss how to reject secular nonsense and refrai...

We're not facing a darkness problem, we're in the midst of a light problem. We need more people to activate their faith and shine the light of Christ in their families and communities. Let's not wait for a crisis, but let's be proactive in raising up the next generation and protecting the most vulnerable. Now is the time to embrace the difficult and uncomfortable to make a difference! In this epis...

Love always perseveres; love always protects; love rejoices in the truth, it does not rejoice in wrong-doing. Love requires Christians to stand in the way of evil. In this episode of Courage Over Cowardice, Dr. Frank Turek and Pastor Sam Masteller discuss motivating love that inspires Christians to speak out against same-sex marriage, transgenderism, illegal immigration and pedophilia. They also s...

As Christians, we have a responsibility to bless the Jewish people and pray for the peace of Jerusalem. Throughout Scripture and in today's world, Israel remains God's chosen people group--which is the underlying reason that they are the most hated and persecuted nation around the world. Without them, we wouldn't have our Messiah, the written Word of God, or the Church. In this episode of Courage...

A culture of death is being normalized in America. We are less burdened by evil and wickedness in the world as the influence of humanism weakens the lens of Christianity, and apathy creeps into our churches and our hearts. In this episode of Courage Over Cowardice, Seth Gruber and Pastor Sam Masteller biblically defend every right for life, including life in the womb. They also discuss the impact...

There is an abrasive attack on American history, our Christian heritage, and freedom. If individuals can confuse society and vilify its original leaders, they acquire the power to promote their own agenda and revolutionize culture. We are not strangers to phrases and narratives that are continually promoted through our media and educational systems: separation of church and state, the 1619 Project...

Will you fight or fold when you are faced with opposition to your faith? This conversation between Pastor Jon Benzinger and Pastor Sam Masteller addresses the greatest attack on Christianity and challenges listeners to consider their response to the social justice movement. Jon Benzinger is the Lead Pastor at Redeemer Bible Church in Gilbert, Arizona. He is a contributor to the Redeeming Truth pod...

Does your heart break for what breaks God's heart? Do you think Jesus cares about what schools are teaching children in our neighborhoods? Dr. Bill Federer makes a case for consensus through silence, and opposes the mindset that silence is spiritual. After a condensed walk through world history, Dr. Bill Federer provides context for how we have arrived at this place in time and challenges listener...