The American Soul

Drop us a note about the podcast. “Now the apostles and the brethren who were throughout Judea heard that the Gentiles also had received the word of God. And when Peter came up to Jerusalem, those who were circumcised took issue with him, saying, “You went to uncircumcised men and ate with them.” But Peter began speaking and proceeded to explain to them in orderly sequence, saying, “I was in the c...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Have you ever wondered how much peace and fulfillment you could discover by simply prioritizing your faith and relationships? Join us as we share heartfelt insights and reflections on balancing life's demands with the pursuit of deeper connections with God and our loved ones. We express our gratitude for your support and prayers and discuss the profound impac...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Can intelligent patriotism truly shape the future of our cities and nation? Rev. WHP Fonce joins us to dissect this compelling question, sharing his passionate insights on the importance of civic responsibility and peaceful patriotism. As we explore the challenges of municipal misrule in metropolises like New York City, Rev. Fonce reminds us that our duties as cit...

Drop us a note about the podcast. “So he invited them in and gave them lodging. And on the next day he got up and went away with them, and some of the brethren from Joppa accompanied him. On the following day he entered Caesarea. Now Cornelius was waiting for them and had called together his relatives and close friends. When Peter entered, Cornelius met him, and fell at his feet and worshiped him....

Drop us a note about the podcast. Could the separation of church and state be eroding the very foundations of our freedom? Join us on the American Soul Podcast with Jesse Cope as we challenge this widely accepted notion and explore the essential link between faith and liberty. We dive into a compelling discussion inspired by Whitaker Chambers, reflecting on how genuine freedom stems from a relatio...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Picture a young child standing before the Concord Minuteman statue, eyes wide with wonder at the stories of self-governance and liberty that echo through American history. This episode invites you on a heartfelt exploration of the ideals that have crafted the nation's identity. Through personal reflections and pivotal moments in history, we touch upon how the...

Drop us a note about the podcast. “Now there was a man at Caesarea named Cornelius, a centurion of what was called the Italian cohort, a devout man and one who feared God with all his household, and gave many alms to the Jewish people and prayed to God continually. About the ninth hour of the day he clearly saw in a vision an angel of God who had just come in and said to him, “Cornelius!” And fixi...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Can the enduring power of faith and scripture shape the moral compass of a nation? Explore this profound question with me, Jesse Cope, as we navigate the historical and spiritual journey that has influenced America's founding principles. This episode promises to uncover the courageous efforts of figures like William Tyndale and John Rogers, whose audacious ac...

Drop us a note about the podcast. What does it mean to truly love your country? Journey with us as we unravel the profound essence of patriotism, moving beyond mere symbols and gestures to explore the ideals, freedoms, and principles that form the heart of a nation. Through the allegorical tale of a ship finding unity amidst a storm, we draw insightful parallels to the United States in 1898, a tim...

Drop us a note about the podcast. “and he took food and was strengthened. Now for several days he was with the disciples who were at Damascus, and immediately he began to proclaim Jesus in the synagogues, saying, “He is the Son of God.” All those hearing him continued to be amazed, and were saying, “Is this not he who in Jerusalem destroyed those who called on this name, and who had come here for...

Drop us a note about the podcast. What if prioritizing your faith and personal relationships could transform your life and community? Join me on the American Soul Podcast as we explore this compelling question, reflecting on the essential role of faith in our daily lives and its profound impact on the American republic. I express heartfelt gratitude to you, our dedicated listeners, and take a mome...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Join us as we explore the audacious philosophy of Theodore Roosevelt's "strenuous life," where comfort is rejected in favor of relentless effort and courage. Could it be that enduring significant challenges, like those faced by the United States during the Civil War, drives both nations and individuals towards true greatness? We passionately investi...

Drop us a note about the podcast. “And Saul yet breathing out threatnings and slaughter against the disciples of ye Lord, went vnto the hie Priest, And desired of him letters to Damascus to the Synagogues, that if he found any that were of that way (either men or women) hee might bring them bound vnto Hierusalem. Now as he iourneyed, it came to passe that as he was come neere to Damascus, suddenly...

Drop us a note about the podcast. What if the key to transforming our nation lies within us, waiting to be unlocked through faith and responsibility? Join me, Jesse Coates, as we navigate the profound impact of personal faith and the power of individual actions on the American Soul Podcast. Discover how nurturing our faith can be likened to building a strong, healthy body, providing a steady ancho...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Unlock the powerful legacy of patriotism and heroism through the captivating prose of George Frisby Hoare's "Love of Country." This episode invites you to grasp the vital role of poetic and romantic narratives in shaping our collective national consciousness. We pay homage to the oft-overlooked heroism of women, from the resolute Spartan mothers to...

Drop us a note about the podcast. “Now when the apostles in Jerusalem heard that Samaria had received the word of God, they sent them Peter and John, who came down and prayed for them that they might receive the Holy Spirit. For He had not yet fallen upon any of them; they had simply been baptized in the name of the Lord Jesus. Then they began laying their hands on them, and they were receiving th...

Drop us a note about the podcast. What if maintaining a strong connection with God required the same dedication as our careers and relationships? Join me in this heartfelt exploration of faith as I reflect on the everyday challenges of nurturing a spiritual life grounded in gratitude, prayer, and Bible reading. Through personal stories and wisdom shared by past pastors, I delve into the inevitable...

Drop us a note about the podcast. What if love for one's country is as fundamental to our existence as the law of gravity? On the American Soul Podcast, I, Jesse Cope, invite you to explore this profound notion through historical literature, starting with an insightful reflection on an excerpt from the "Young Folks Library," volume 18, edited by George Frisby Hoare. Together, we unr...

Drop us a note about the podcast. “When they heard these things, they were cut to the heart, and they gnashed on him with their teeth. But he, being full of the Holy Ghost, looked up stedfastly into heaven, and saw the glory of God, and Jesus standing on the right hand of God, and said, Behold, I see the heavens opened, and the Son of man standing on the right hand of God. Then they cried out with...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Have you ever pondered the true value of your relationships, or questioned if your daily choices reflect what you truly hold dear? Join us as we kick off this episode with a heartfelt expression of gratitude towards our listeners and a reflective journey into the spiritual priorities that shape our lives. By exploring the parable of the rich man, we urge you to co...

Drop us a note about the podcast. What happens when a spectral legend collides with the mundane life of a schoolmaster? Ride along with us as we unravel the eerie tale of Ichabod Crane's fateful encounter with the Headless Horseman in Washington Irving's "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow." Experience the chilling suspense and mystique of Ichabod’s harrowing night ride. As we explore...

Drop us a note about the podcast. “This is the Moses who said to the sons of Israel, ‘God will raise up for you a prophet like me from your brethren.’ This is the one who was in the congregation in the wilderness together with the angel who was speaking to him on Mount Sinai, and who was with our fathers; and he received living oracles to pass on to you. Our fathers were unwilling to be obedient t...

Drop us a note about the podcast. What if nurturing your marriage was as vital as your morning coffee? Discover how shifting your priorities can breathe new life into your relationship and strengthen your spiritual journey. On this episode of the American Soul Podcast, we weave through the complex tapestry of marriage, faith, and patriotism. We kick off with heartfelt thanks to our listeners and u...

Drop us a note about the podcast. What haunts the imagination more than the eerie tale of a headless rider stalking the night? Join us on a spectral journey through Washington Irving's "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" as we accompany Ichabod Crane on his harrowing ride through the ghostly outskirts of Tarrytown. The chilling atmosphere reaches fever pitch as Ichabod's path crosses...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ““But as the time of the promise was approaching which God had assured to Abraham, the people increased and multiplied in Egypt, until there arose another king over Egypt who knew nothing about Joseph. It was he who took shrewd advantage of our race and mistreated our fathers so that they would expose their infants and they would not survive. It was at this time t...