Under God | with Pastor Stephen Martin

Listen as Pastor Nate and Pastor Keegan Sidhu explore what it means to pursue excellence as an act of worship. This episode breaks down the crucial difference between godly excellence and worldly perfectionism, showing how striving for your best honors God without falling into the performance trap. Hear practical wisdom on how everything you do—from your job to your relationships—can become worshi...

Listen as Pastor Nate and Pastor Daniel uncover shocking revelations from inside the U.S. military. Daniel shares his firsthand infiltration of a Marine Corps training that labels Christian men as potential "insider threats" simply for holding biblical values. Hear how woke ideology has infected our armed forces - from transgender integration to racial discrimination against white office...

In this powerful continuation episode, Pastor Nate Brown and Pastor Daniel Hayworth explore the profound spiritual impact of Charlie Kirk's death and memorial service. Hear how over 4,000 people came to faith during the memorial - surpassing even Pentecost - and why this moment represents a critical turning point for American Christianity. You'll Learn: ✅ The three roles Charlie served: p...

Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Nate Brown dive deep into practical servant leadership principles that work in real life. This episode covers the seven essential characteristics every Christian needs to lead effectively - whether at work, home, or in ministry. You'll Learn: ✅ How Jesus modeled presence and compassion ✅ The difference between toxic empathy and biblical compassion...

Listen as Pastor Nate and Pastor Stephen Martin process the profound impact of Charlie Kirk's recent passing and what it means for Christians across America. Hear their personal stories of Charlie's influence and discover why his death is sparking unprecedented revival among young Christians. You'll Learn: ✅ Charlie's prophetic message to pastors that changed everything ✅ Why his...

In this powerful episode following recent tragic events, Pastor Stephen Martin draws profound parallels between the first Christian martyr Stephen and modern believers facing persecution for speaking biblical truth. Listen as Pastor Stephen unpacks how martyrdom has always grown the church throughout history, why Elijah's confrontation with false prophets matters today, and what God whispers t...

Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Nathan Brown unpack one of Jesus's most counter-cultural teachings on leadership. Using the story from Matthew 20 where James and John's mother asks for positions of honor, they reveal how Jesus completely redefined what it means to be great. Perfect for your morning commute or workout, this episode challenges worldly views of power and position,...

In this emergency response episode, Pastor Stephen Martin addresses the shocking death of Charlie Kirk and what it means for Christians in America. Listen as Pastor Stephen reveals why Charlie's death wasn't about politics - it was martyrdom for the Christian faith. Hear powerful biblical teaching about standing firm in hostile times, why there's no such thing as "bipartisan Chris...

Join Pastor Nathan Brown for part 2 of his conversation with former NHL player and church planter John Blue. Recorded live at the Forge Men's Conference, this episode dives deep into the realities of ministry, spiritual warfare, and what it means to persevere when everything falls apart. From hearing God's audible voice to losing everything in pursuit of obedience, this conversation reveal...

Listen as former NHL goalie John Blue shares his incredible transformation from professional athlete to passionate pastor. After years of "pocket Jesus" Christianity, one confrontational conversation changed everything. Hear how John went from being booed by 18,000 fans at Boston Garden to finding his true calling in ministry - even when it meant walking away from a lucrative broadcastin...

Listen as Pastor Daniel and Elliot unpack how today's push to merge humans with technology echoes Satan's original deception in Eden. From brain chips promising sight to the blind to AI replacing human thought, discover why the transhumanism movement is more spiritual battle than scientific progress. Perfect for your morning commute or workout, this eye-opening conversation reveals the bib...

Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Nathan Brown reveal the practical framework for spiritual growth that's missing from most churches today. This episode breaks down discipleship into four manageable areas that will transform how you follow Christ. You'll Learn: ✅ The foundation of wholehearted devotion and how to build it daily ✅ How to discover God's personal vision for you...

Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Nate Brown reveal the missing piece in most Christians' faith journey - personal discipleship. Discover why believers stay spiritually immature and how to break free. You'll Learn: ✅ The athletic training model Paul used for spiritual growth ✅ Why taking personal responsibility transforms your faith ✅ How to gain God's perspective in confus...

Listen as Pastor Nate Brown and Pastor Daniel Hayworth bring biblical wisdom to today's most divisive issues. From Trump's controversial flag-burning order to Elon Musk's disturbing AI avatars, discover how Scripture speaks to our cultural moment. Hear how transhumanism threatens God's design, why Taylor Swift's engagement matters for culture, and the shocking truth about Chip...

The church is FAILING at unity because Christians won't confront these two relationship killers. Pastor Nate and Pastor Daniel drop TRUTH BOMBS about pride, dishonesty, and why most conflict resolution is WORTHLESS without God's blueprint. You'll Learn: ✅ Why "thou shalt not lie" ISN'T what the Bible actually says ✅ How dishonesty literally darkens your mind (Romans 1 b...

Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin, Daniel Hayworth, and Nathan Brown unpack the second value of kingdom culture in part 2.1 of our Church Values series: relational unity. Discover why some families and churches thrive while others constantly struggle with division. ✅ What You'll Learn:✅ How unity differs from uniformity (using musical harmony as the perfect example)✅ Why confronting conflict...

Listen as Dr. Sandy Culkin, an Orthodox Jewish psychologist turned believer, shares his remarkable testimony of encountering Jesus through supernatural experiences. This powerful conversation reveals how God still speaks, heals, and transforms lives today. Hear Pastor Nate Brown and Pastor Daniel Hayworth explore: ✅ The night a stranger prayed in perfect Hebrew without knowing the language ✅ A f...

Ever wonder why church feels more like a weekly event than a family gathering? Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Daniel Hayworth return to Acts 2:42-47 to unpack six characteristics that made the early church unstoppable—and why most modern churches miss them entirely. You'll Learn:✅ Why devotion to God's Word must come first (always)✅ How true generosity exposes spiritual maturity✅ The...

Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin reveals why most Christians miss God's design for church. Discover how shifting from personality to biblical values transforms everything about your faith journey. You'll Learn: ✅ The power shift from personality to values-driven church ✅ Why Jesus redefined family (Matthew 12) ✅ 3 theological requirements for spiritual family ✅ How "spirit is thick...

Listen as Pastor Daniel Hayworth and Pastor Nathan Brown break down this week's biggest culture battles - including why Texas Democrats literally fled the state to block redistricting that would increase Hispanic representation. 📖 Key Verse: Acts 5:29 - "We must obey God rather than human authority" You'll Learn: ✅ The truth about gerrymandering both parties hide ✅ Why 40% of...

Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin, Pastor Nate Brown, and Pastor Daniel Hayworth continue their groundbreaking series, exposing how secular forces manipulate Scripture to shame Christians into silence. In Part 2, they tackle the tough questions: Can you love immigrants while supporting borders? Is political engagement idolatry? Are Christians a threat to peace? ✅ The biblical balance between compas...

This is Part 1 of a 2-part series. Are Christians who love their country dangerous extremists? Pastor Stephen Martin, Pastor Nate Brown, and Pastor Daniel Hayworth expose the gaslighting and reveal what's really happening. You'll Learn (Part 1 - Myths 1-5):✅ Why the church's biggest problem isn't nationalism—it's biblical illiteracy✅ How to spot when you're being gaslit a...

Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Daniel Hayworth guide you through this week's headlines with biblical wisdom that cuts through the noise. Discover how the ancient "Spirit of Cain" from Genesis 4 manifests in modern mob violence, why God's design for merit matters in the workplace, and how to maintain moral clarity when the world calls good evil and evil good. ✅ The bi...

Part 2: Listen as Pastor Nate Brown and Pastor Daniel Hayworth complete their biblical response to James Talarico's Joe Rogan interview, addressing abortion, Christian nationalism, and what it really means to love your neighbor. This episode equips you to recognize and refute progressive Christianity's most deceptive arguments. Essential listening for Christians navigating today's confusing cultur...

Listen as Pastor Nate Brown and Pastor Daniel Hayworth break down the viral Joe Rogan interview with Texas State Rep James Talarico - a self-proclaimed Christian who opposes the Ten Commandments in schools. This eye-opening episode reveals how progressive ideology has infiltrated Christianity and why biblical literacy matters more than ever. Perfect for your commute or workout as you build spiritu...