The American Soul

Drop us a note about the podcast. As we gather around the fires of our shared history, I, Jesse Cope, invite you to join a profound conversation that weaves through the very fabric of our American Soul. Drawing inspiration from a compelling dialogue between Tucker Carlson and Doug Wilson, we delve into the essence of community values and their indelible mark on the course of our nation. With a nod...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”“A disciple is not above his teacher, nor a slave above his master. It is enough for the disciple that he become like his teacher, and the slave like his master. If they have called the head of the house Beelzebul, how much more will they malign the members of his household! “Therefore do not fear them, for there is nothing concealed that will not be revealed, or...

Drop us a note about the podcast. As I stood amidst the quiet of my homestead, an unexpected encounter with a snake became a profound moment of reflection on the importance of vigilance, not just in nature, but in the spiritual and intellectual realms that shape our lives. Join me, Jesse Cope, as I share deeply personal stories, from tending the land to the inner workings of our hearts and communi...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”Jesus summoned His twelve disciples and gave them authority over unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal every kind of disease and every kind of sickness. Now the names of the twelve apostles are these: The first, Simon, who is called Peter, and Andrew his brother; and James the son of Zebedee, and John his brother; Philip and Bartholomew; Thomas and Matth...

Drop us a note about the podcast. My recent brush with a swarm of bees became an unexpected metaphor for the stings and salves of our national discourse. As we navigate the hives of history and morality, you're invited to join in on a raw and reflective discussion that touches upon the pivotal narratives that have shaped our country, like Harriet Beecher Stowe's "Uncle Tom's Ca...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”While He was saying these things to them, a synagogue official came and bowed down before Him, and said, “My daughter has just died; but come and lay Your hand on her, and she will live.” Jesus got up and began to follow him, and so did His disciples. And a woman who had been suffering from a hemorrhage for twelve years, came up behind Him and touched the fringe...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Hey there, I'm Jesse Cope, and I want to invite you on a journey where we uncover the deep roots of gratitude and forgiveness, not just within ourselves but across our great nation. It's a personal venture—from the tender hopes for my vineyard's grapevines to the broader prayer for the strength of America's cornerstone institutions. This episod...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”When He came to the other side into the country of the Gadarenes, two men who were demon-possessed met Him as they were coming out of the tombs. They were so extremely violent that no one could pass by that way. And they cried out, saying, “What business do we have with each other, Son of God? Have You come here to torment us before the time?” Now there was a her...

Drop us a note about the podcast. As the weeds of life threaten to overrun our gardens, I, Jesse Cope, am here to share some heartfelt wisdom and soul-stirring reflections to help you clear the way for growth. Today's episode is a labor of love, from the joy of fatherhood as I work alongside my eldest child, to the deep understanding of faith's role in our personal lives and our nation&a...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”When Jesus came down from the mountain, large crowds followed Him. And a leper came to Him and bowed down before Him, and said, “Lord, if You are willing, You can make me clean.” Jesus stretched out His hand and touched him, saying, “I am willing; be cleansed.” And immediately his leprosy was cleansed. And Jesus *said to him, “See that you tell no one; but go, sh...

Drop us a note about the podcast. As dawn breaks over our little homestead, I, Jesse Cope, can't help but reflect on the intertwining of faith and the everyday—how even amidst the quacking of ducks and the rustle of the wind through our freshly planted ground cover, there's a deeper conversation to be had. It's one that involves you, our cherished listener, and extends a heartfelt t...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”“Do not judge so that you will not be judged. For in the way you judge, you will be judged; and by your standard of measure, it will be measured to you. Why do you look at the speck that is in your brother’s eye, but do not notice the log that is in your own eye? Or how can you say to your brother, ‘Let me take the speck out of your eye,’ and behold, the log is i...

Drop us a note about the podcast. As the leaves begin to unfurl and the cool whispers of spring's promise linger in the air, we gather around the sacred topics of faith, marriage, and patriotism. It's a heartfelt journey through the spiritual landscape, where I share a prayer for protection and blessings, and issue a heartfelt challenge to all: to carve dedicated moments into each day fo...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Embark on a heartfelt exploration with me, Jesse Cope, as we cast a spotlight on the silent pillars of our community – the dedicated farmers, the brave first responders, and the selfless military members – and offer a prayer for their safety and prosperity. As voices rise in a choir of appreciation, we delve into the foundational lessons of the New England Primer...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”“Beware of practicing your righteousness before men to be noticed by them; otherwise you have no reward with your Father who is in heaven. “So when you give to the poor, do not sound a trumpet before you, as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, so that they may be honored by men. Truly I say to you, they have their reward in full. But when you...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Amid the rustling leaves of our homestead's pear tree, I, Jesse Koch, invite you to unearth the rich tapestry of life where simplicity meets profound contemplation. As my hands labor to construct a duck coop, my heart crafts a prayer for divine navigation, not just within the walls of our dwelling but across the expanse of our nation. This episode traverses t...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”When Jesus saw the crowds, He went up on the mountain; and after He sat down, His disciples came to Him. He opened His mouth and began to teach them, saying, “Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. “Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted. “Blessed are the gentle, for they shall inherit the earth. “Blessed are those...

Drop us a note about the podcast. Waking up to the soothing rhythm of rain against the tin roof, a moment of tranquility sets the stage for today's heartfelt conversation. As your host, Jesse Koch, I invite you to pull up a chair at my homestead table, where we'll explore the intertwining of faith, family, and the simplicity of daily routines that shape a life well-lived. We'll trav...

Drop us a note about the podcast. As the sun dips below the horizon and the day's hard work on the homestead comes to a gentle close, I, Jesse Cope, invite you to gather around the warmth of our shared American heritage. Within the folds of this episode, I weave a tapestry of gratitude for you, cherished listeners, as we walk the fields of our forefathers' wisdom together. From the nurtu...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”Then Jesus was led up by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted by the devil. And after He had fasted forty days and forty nights, He then became hungry. And the tempter came and said to Him, “If You are the Son of God, command that these stones become bread.” But He answered and said, “It is written, ‘Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word th...

Drop us a note about the podcast. As your host Jesse Cope, I've seen our little homestead give rise to more than just crops and kittens—there's wisdom in the soil and laughter in the barn that I'm eager to share with you. This episode is a tapestry of personal reflections, from the triumphant return of an old apple tree to hearty discussions about the bedrock of our lives: marriage...

Drop us a note about the podcast. As I tend to the burgeoning grapes in my homestead, a sense of patience and purpose fills me, an echo of the legacy left by the New England Primer on our nation's soul. This episode takes you on a journey back to the roots of American education, where faith and civic duty merge into the very fabric of our society. Through the lens of this colonial cornerstone...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”Now in those days John the Baptist *came, preaching in the wilderness of Judea, saying, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand.” For this is the one referred to by Isaiah the prophet when he said, “The voice of one crying in the wilderness, ‘Make ready the way of the Lord, Make His paths straight!’ ” Now John himself had a garment of camel’s hair and a lea...

Drop us a note about the podcast. As I, Jesse Cope, sit on the cusp of completing a duck coop on my homestead, I can't help but draw parallels between the simple tasks at hand and our nation's longing for spiritual and patriotic rejuvenation. On the American Soul podcast, I extend an invitation to you to join me in a journey that intertwines heartfelt prayers for our leaders with a candi...

Drop us a note about the podcast. ”Now when Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judæa in the days of Herod the king, behold, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, saying, Where is he that is born King of the Jews? for we have seen his star in the east, and are come to worship him. When Herod the king had heard these things, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him. And when he had gathered...