The American Soul

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”“Woe to the world because of its stumbling blocks! For it is inevitable that stumbling blocks come; but woe to that man through whom the stumbling block comes! “If your hand or your foot causes you to stumble, cut it off and throw it from you; it is better for you to enter life crippled or lame, than to have two hands or two feet and be cast into the eternal fire...

Drop us a note about the podcast. As I planted an apple tree side by side with my father on our family homestead, I was struck by the parallels between nurturing saplings and sowing the seeds of faith and community. Join me, Jesse Cope, as I share this tender moment and extend my deepest gratitude to you, our listeners, for walking with me on the journey to preserve the soul of our nation. This ep...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”At that time the disciples came to Jesus and said, “Who then is greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” And He called a child to Himself and set him before them, and said, “Truly I say to you, unless you are converted and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven. Whoever then humbles himself as this child, he is the greatest in the kingdom of he...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Embark on a soulful exploration of America's heartbeat where faith intertwines with our nation's tapestry, from its inception to the complexities of modern society. As Jesse Cope, I extend deep appreciation for our community's unwavering support and invoke a prayer for those who lead, protect, and uphold our values. In this heartfelt dialogue, we un...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”From that time Jesus began to show His disciples that He must go to Jerusalem, and suffer many things from the elders and chief priests and scribes, and be killed, and be raised up on the third day. Peter took Him aside and began to rebuke Him, saying, “God forbid it, Lord! This shall never happen to You.” But He turned and said to Peter, “Get behind Me, Satan! Y...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Weathering the storm on a homestead teaches you the true meaning of faith, family, and freedom—values that are under siege in today's fast-paced world. As Jesse Cope, I'm inviting you to join me in a heartfelt conversation that reaffirms these pillars, sharing stories of my own home life where battling the elements to protect our flock becomes an allegor...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”The Pharisees and Sadducees came up, and testing Jesus, they asked Him to show them a sign from heaven. But He replied to them, “When it is evening, you say, ‘It will be fair weather, for the sky is red.’ And in the morning, ‘There will be a storm today, for the sky is red and threatening.’ Do you know how to discern the appearance of the sky, but cannot discern...

Drop us a note about the podcast. As dawn breaks over the homestead and our ducks usher in the morning with their lively quacks, I'm reminded of the simple joy found in nurturing life and the importance of seeking guidance in our everyday endeavors. Welcome to the American Soul podcast, where today's episode is a heartfelt blend of personal reflections, spiritual encouragement, and a dee...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”Peter said to Him, “Explain the parable to us.” Jesus said, “Are you still lacking in understanding also? Do you not understand that everything that goes into the mouth passes into the stomach, and is eliminated? But the things that proceed out of the mouth come from the heart, and those defile the man. For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murders, adulteries...

Drop us a note about the podcast. As your host, Jesse Cope, I welcome you with open arms and a full heart to an episode that's much more than just conversation—it's a journey back to the core of our beliefs and the simplicity of a life rooted in faith. I draw a parallel between the steady growth of my duck coop and the virtue of patience in all aspects of life, emphasizing how that same...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”Then some Pharisees and scribes *came to Jesus from Jerusalem and said, “Why do Your disciples break the tradition of the elders? For they do not wash their hands when they eat bread.” And He answered and said to them, “Why do you yourselves transgress the commandment of God for the sake of your tradition? For God said, ‘Honor your father and mother,’ and, ‘He wh...

Drop us a note about the podcast. As I reflect on the slow but sure progress of building our duck coop, it becomes a metaphor for the patience and dedication we need in all aspects of life, including nurturing our nation's soul. Homesteading isn't just about the land; it's a journey into the heart of what makes us tick, from battling procrastination to discovering the beauty in dail...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”At that time Herod the tetrarch heard the news about Jesus, and said to his servants, “This is John the Baptist; he has risen from the dead, and that is why miraculous powers are at work in him.” For when Herod had John arrested, he bound him and put him in prison because of Herodias, the wife of his brother Philip. For John had been saying to him, “It is not law...

Drop us a note about the podcast. When life hands you a season of loss, like our homestead's fallen apple trees, finding the silver lining can feel like a daunting task. Yet, join me, Jesse Cope, as I share how prayer and gratitude have become my steadfast companions through such trials. Amidst the pitter-patter of rain that delays our duck coop plans, I've uncovered the transformative p...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”Then He left the crowds and went into the house. And His disciples came to Him and said, “Explain to us the parable of the tares of the field.” And He said, “The one who sows the good seed is the Son of Man, and the field is the world; and as for the good seed, these are the sons of the kingdom; and the tares are the sons of the evil one; and the enemy who sowed...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Embark on a journey through the heart and history of our nation with the latest installment of the American Soul Podcast. Gratitude is the seed from which our conversation grows, as I extend a heartfelt thank you to the listeners who've made this platform a beacon of communal reflection. I'm inviting you to an intimate discourse where the spirit of thank...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”“Hear then the parable of the sower. When anyone hears the word of the kingdom and does not understand it, the evil one comes and snatches away what has been sown in his heart. This is the one on whom seed was sown beside the road. The one on whom seed was sown on the rocky places, this is the man who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy; yet he ha...

Drop us a note about the podcast. As dawn breaks over the homestead, I, Jesse Cope, invite you into the lush simplicity of country living, where our hands are deep in the soil tending to a burgeoning potato crop and the duck coop rises, a testament to perseverance before the skies pour their blessings. In a moment of reflection, a prayer ascends for our families and the backbone of our nation, our...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”That day Jesus went out of the house and was sitting by the sea. And large crowds gathered to Him, so He got into a boat and sat down, and the whole crowd was standing on the beach. And He spoke many things to them in parables, saying, “Behold, the sower went out to sow; and as he sowed, some seeds fell beside the road, and the birds came and ate them up. Others...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Amid the sawdust and quacks of my latest project, a duck coop, I've found a profound connection between the hands-on work and the spiritual cultivation of everyday life. From my homestead to your headphones, I, Jesse Cope, invite you into a conversation about the intertwining of faith with our daily choices. In this heart-to-heart, you'll uncover how the...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”Then a demon-possessed man who was blind and mute was brought to Jesus, and He healed him, so that the mute man spoke and saw. All the crowds were amazed, and were saying, “This man cannot be the Son of David, can he?” But when the Pharisees heard this, they said, “This man casts out demons only by Beelzebul the ruler of the demons.” And knowing their thoughts Je...

Drop us a note about the podcast. As the sun sets behind the horizon of my peaceful homestead, I, Jesse Cope, reflect on the intertwining of family life, spiritual nourishment, and the pressing concerns that shape our nation. It's in these quiet moments that I'm reminded of the importance of unity, prayer, and the deliberate cultivation of our spiritual lives. With the gentle quacking of...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”At that time Jesus went through the grainfields on the Sabbath, and His disciples became hungry and began to pick the heads of grain and eat. But when the Pharisees saw this, they said to Him, “Look, Your disciples do what is not lawful to do on a Sabbath.” But He said to them, “Have you not read what David did when he became hungry, he and his companions, how he...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Can the gentle rhythms of homestead life provide a blueprint for the soul of a nation? Let's explore this together as I, Jesse Cope, share reflections from our own slice of Americana detailing the guinea hens' early nesting—a subtle nod to the interconnectedness of nature's cycles and our existence. As we bow in prayer, we embrace gratitude for our...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”As these men were going away, Jesus began to speak to the crowds about John, “What did you go out into the wilderness to see? A reed shaken by the wind? But what did you go out to see? A man dressed in soft clothing? Those who wear soft clothing are in kings’ palaces! But what did you go out to see? A prophet? Yes, I tell you, and one who is more than a prophet....