Under God | with Pastor Stephen Martin

📖 Sex, love, and marriage are more than just cultural hot topics—they’re sacred. In this message, we explore what the seventh commandment, “You shall not commit adultery,” reveals about covenant, formation, and faithfulness in an unfaithful world. God’s design for intimacy and relationships isn’t outdated—it’s holy. And when we live within His design, we experience protection, wholeness, and bles...

📖 What does it really mean to obey the command, “Do not murder”? In this powerful episode of Under God, we explore the deeper implications behind the sixth commandment—far beyond physical violence. From abortion and euthanasia to anger, hate, and dehumanization, we confront the ways culture distorts the value of life and challenge listeners to reclaim a biblical ethic that honors the image of God...

☀️ In this episode, Pastor Nate flips the summer mindset on its head. While most are unplugging, he challenges us to stay spiritually connected and go deeper. Summer doesn’t have to be a break from growth—it can be your most impactful season yet. Discover five biblical habits to help you grow in faith while others check out. Whether you're hitting the lake or working late, this episode calls e...

📖 Honoring our parents isn’t just a suggestion—it’s a command from God with a promise. This episode explores how the Fifth Commandment forms the bedrock of healthy families, stable societies, and generational faithfulness. In a culture that often devalues family structure and authority, we’re reminded of the power and blessing that come from honoring those who came before us. Through practical wi...

📖 Our culture is restless, but God’s command still stands: “Remember the Sabbath and keep it holy.” In this episode of the Under God Podcast, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate explore the Fourth Commandment and uncover its powerful relevance for today. Why do so many believers treat Sabbath as optional? What did Jesus really mean when He said the Sabbath was made for man? And how does Sabbath rest r...

📖 In a culture increasingly confused about masculinity and leadership, this message calls men to rise with clarity, courage, and conviction. Pastor Stephen challenges the modern mindset with a biblical call to warrior culture — not aggression, but readiness. Drawing from Ecclesiastes and the example of King David, he reminds us that knowing what time it is spiritually determines how we lead our h...

📖 What does it really mean to “not take the Lord’s name in vain”? It’s not just about what we say—it’s about how we live. In this episode, Pastors Stephen and Nate unpack the third commandment, showing how we bear God’s name through our actions, attitudes, and integrity. When we misrepresent God with our lives or misuse His name for personal justification, we violate a command that carries deep s...

📖 In this episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate explore the second commandment and the dangers of idolatry—not just in ancient times, but in the modern world. From golden calves to glowing screens, we’re invited to reflect on where our hearts and affections truly lie. The conversation unpacks how God’s call to worship Him alone isn’t about rules—it’s about relationship. Whether it’s religious i...

📖 “Leadership in the Kingdom doesn’t begin with strength—it begins with surrender.” In today’s episode of the Under God Podcast, Pastor Stephen Martin explores the wisdom of Jethro, Moses’ Midianite father-in-law, and how godly counsel shaped the formation of Israel and the future of church leadership. Discover how spiritual authority is cultivated through humility, gratitude, and wise structure—...

📖 What happens to a nation—and to the soul of its people—when we abandon the very first commandment? In this episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nathan unpack the foundational call to worship God alone. They explore how idolatry still dominates culture today—not with golden calves, but with money, control, pleasure, and self. From ancient Israel to modern America, the command “You shall have no ot...

📖 The Ten Commandments aren’t outdated—they’re foundational. In this episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate open a new series by unpacking why God’s moral law still matters today. From personal integrity to national identity, these commandments were never just rules—they’re the framework for a flourishing life and a just society.🔥 Main Topics Covered:✔️ The Ten Commandments as the foundation of...

📖 “The greatest threat to God’s people comes from within the camp.”In today’s episode of the Under God Podcast, Pastor Stephen Martin unpacks the rebellion of Korah in the book of Numbers and reveals how secular influence can infiltrate the church when God’s authority is misunderstood or rejected. You’ll learn how this ancient story speaks powerfully into our modern culture of self-promotion, div...

📖In a world that’s full of confusion and cultural compromise, the truth of the gospel remains unchanged. In this final episode of the Woke Mirage series, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate bring everything back to where it belongs—Christ alone. They discuss the dangers of adding to the gospel, the pressures believers face in today’s world, and the strength found in biblical truth, church unity, and f...

📖At Babel, the nations were scattered—but at Pentecost, God launched His mission to gather them back. In this episode, Pastor Stephen explores how the gospel undoes the division of Babel and invites all people into the family of God. Through the lens of Genesis, Acts, and Ephesians, we’ll discover the true purpose of the Church and how kingdom identity transcends race, language, and culture. Show...

📖 The feasts of the Old Testament aren’t just tradition — they’re prophecy. In this episode, Pastor Stephen walks through the seven biblical feasts found in Leviticus 23 and reveals how each one points to Jesus. From Passover to Tabernacles, these appointed times are more than historical events — they form a prophetic calendar that outlines God’s redemptive plan from beginning to end.🔥 Main Topi...

📖 In this follow-up episode, we continue the conversation by exposing the root issues behind modern social justice movements. While biblical justice upholds personal responsibility and equality before God, social justice often promotes collective guilt, group identity, and shifting cultural ideologies. This conversation will equip you to recognize the counterfeit and hold onto the truth of God’s...

📖 Not all justice is the same. In this episode, Pastors Stephen and Nate kick off a two-part conversation about the difference between biblical justice and social justice. While social justice often redefines truth based on human agendas, biblical justice is rooted in the unchanging character of God. This conversation lays a strong foundation for how believers can think rightly about justice in a...

📖 This generation is facing a battle for truth — and it’s time for the Church to rise. In this bold and passionate message, Nate Schatzline calls believers to tear down generational strongholds, stand for righteousness, and bring reformation to culture, government, and the home. Drawing from biblical truth and his own journey in public service, Nate reminds us that we’re not called to run from th...

📖 Not all change is bad — but not all change is from God either. In this episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate talk about how to navigate church transitions in a way that honors God, spiritual authority, and your calling. Whether you're feeling a shift or helping someone through one, this conversation offers practical wisdom on how to follow God’s voice without burning bridges.🔥Main Topics Cov...

📖 Can culture’s noise drown out God’s truth? In today’s episode of the Under God Podcast, Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Nathan Brown unpack Nathan’s real-life journey through cultural deception, racial narratives, and a powerful awakening to God's voice. Get ready to be challenged to think biblically — not culturally. 🔥 What You’ll Learn: How intersectionality and woke ideology distort tr...

Join us as we cap off Holy Week with Easter Sunday! In this episode, the culmination of Jesus' week before the resurrection finally reaches its conclusion in the defeat of death and the grave. Main Topics Covered: ✔️ The importance of celebrating the resurrection with clarity and confidence. Key Scriptures: 📖 Luke 24:1-6 – He is not here; He has risen. 📖 1 Corinthians 15:3-4 – Christ died, w...

Every year, myths and misinformation about Easter start to circulate — but is there any truth to the claim that Easter is pagan? In this episode, Pastors Stephen and Nate address the most common accusations and set the record straight. From the origins of the name "Easter" to the meaning behind eggs and bunnies, they unpack the facts and point us back to what Easter is really about — the...

📖 What do you do when God is silent? In today’s episode of the Under God Podcast, Pastor Stephen Martin unpacks the raw, heart-wrenching reality of Silent Saturday—the day when hope seemed lost and God's promises felt buried. Get ready to be challenged and encouraged.🔥 What You’ll Learn:* How the disciples wrestled with doubt, grief, and silence.* Why Silent Saturday is the most "human&...

📖 Good Friday marks the moment when the visible and invisible worlds collided, and what looked like defeat was actually the greatest triumph. In today’s episode, Pastor Nate unpacks how the cross was more than a symbol of sacrifice—it was a cosmic ambush that disarmed spiritual powers, shattered the grip of sin and death, and declared victory over the forces that enslaved humanity. With insights...

On Maundy Thursday, Jesus shared His final meal with His disciples, washed their feet, and prayed in the garden before going to the cross. It was a night marked by love, humility, and surrender. In this episode, Pastor Stephen unpacks the powerful moments of Maundy Thursday — from the Last Supper to the Garden of Gethsemane — and reminds us that following Jesus means serving others, trusting God’s...