Was America founded on biblical principles, or have we been sold a different version of history? Brandon sits down with Tim Barton of WallBuilders to challenge the narrative that America's Founding Fathers wanted a nation free from religious influence. From the faith of the Founding Fathers to the pastors who helped spark a revolution, they uncover a history that’s being left out of our children’s classrooms. They tackle the separation of church and state, the rise of secularism, and the accusations of Christian nationalism. If every law reflects someone’s morality, why should Christians be expected to leave theirs at the door?

QUESTIONS

1. How much of what you believe about America's founding comes from historical evidence versus the popular stories you’ve heard?
2. Whose values should shape the laws of our nation? Why?
3. Are you allowing accusations or cultural pressure to silence your biblical convictions in the public square?

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• Nehemiah's call to rebuild Jerusalem's walls in Nehemiah 1–2
• Righteousness exalting a nation in Proverbs 14:34
• God establishing governing authorities in Romans 13:1–7
• The reality that no one is righteous apart from God in Romans 3:10–23
• God using imperfect people to accomplish His purposes in Hebrews 11
• Loving your neighbor as yourself in Matthew 22:37–39
• Being salt and light in the world in Matthew 5:13–16

In a world full of competing voices, should pastors avoid controversial issues and “stay in their lane”? And who gets to decide what that lane is? We dive into why the Church cannot remain silent on the issues affecting our culture. Beyond any political party or group, our loyalty belongs to the Word of God, and we are unapologetic in our pursuit of truth. From politics and sexuality to marriage and family, our prayer is simple: “God, help us love You and love our neighbors as ourselves.”

QUESTIONS

1. Who or what is shaping your beliefs about controversial issues: God’s Word, political affiliations, or the culture around you?
2. Why is it important for the Church to address difficult cultural issues rather than remain silent?
3. How can you stand firm on biblical truth while genuinely loving people who disagree with you?

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• Preaching the whole counsel of God in Acts 20:27
• Teaching, correcting, and training through Scripture in 2 Timothy 3:16–17
• People turning away from sound teaching in 2 Timothy 4:2–4
• Exchanging the truth of God for a lie in Romans 1:18–25
• Our struggle not being against flesh and blood in Ephesians 6:10–12
• Loving God and loving our neighbors in Matthew 22:37–39
• Asking God for wisdom in James 1:5

We examine the rise of Islam and why Christians need biblical discernment to understand what is happening in the world around us. We talk about the origins and beliefs of Islam, persecution of Christians, and the importance of distinguishing between loving Muslim people and affirming a religion that rejects Jesus as Savior. This is not a call to fear or hostility, but to wake up, know God’s Word, pray for the persecuted Church, love our Muslim neighbors, and boldly share the good news of Jesus.

QUESTIONS

1. Where might you need greater biblical discernment about the beliefs and ideas shaping the culture around you?
2. How can you hold strong convictions about truth while genuinely loving people who believe differently?
3. What would it look like for you to “wake up” and live more intentionally on mission with the people God has placed around you?

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· Jesus as the only way to the Father in John 14:6

· Testing false prophets and their fruit in Matthew 7:15–20

· The father of lies in John 8:44

· Loving and praying for our enemies in Matthew 5:43–48

· Exchanging the truth of God for a lie in Romans 1:18–25

· Making disciples of all nations in Matthew 28:18–20