Live Free with Josh Howerton

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The BIBLICAL Formula for Unlocking GOD’S WILL For Your Life | Live Free with Josh Howerton Jul 06, 2026

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Can you really know God’s will for your life, or is it something you’re supposed to guess your way into?

In this episode of LIVE FREE, Pastor Josh Howerton, Pastor Paul Cunningham, and Carlos Erazo dive deep into Exodus 3, the burning bush, the name of God, and the calling of Moses. From the meaning of Yahweh to the biblical framework for discovering your calling, this conversation unpacks how God reveals Himself, redirects our priorities, and calls ordinary people into eternal purpose.

They also discuss the gospel hidden throughout the Exodus story, why Jesus shows up in the Old Testament, how to discern God’s will through ability, affinity, and opportunity, and why more high-profile intellectuals and scientists are beginning to seriously reconsider faith.

In This Episode

The secret meaning behind God’s name, Yahweh
Why the burning bush points to Jesus
How Moses’ calling reveals a framework for God’s will
Why your age does not disqualify your purpose
The connection between Exodus, baptism, salvation, and Jesus
Why true encounters with God rearrange your priorities
How to discern your calling through ability, affinity, and opportunity
Why some scientists and intellectuals are turning toward faith
The peace that only Christ can give
Why Christians should consume entertainment with discernment

Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

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Were America's Founders REALLY Christian...Or Have We Been Lied To? (ft. Tim Barton) | Live Free with Josh Howerton Jun 29, 2026

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What if much of what you've been told about America's founding isn't the whole story?

As America approaches its 250th anniversary, Pastor Josh Howerton sits down with historian Tim Barton to examine six of the most common myths surrounding the nation's history. From Christopher Columbus and the Founding Fathers to Christianity's influence on America's founding and the role of believers in public life, this conversation dives into original documents, historical evidence, and firsthand accounts that challenge popular narratives.

Whether you're passionate about history, faith, or understanding the foundations of our culture, this episode will encourage you to think critically, seek truth, and engage the world through a biblical worldview.

In This Episode:

• Was Christopher Columbus really a genocidal colonizer?
• Were the Founding Fathers mostly deists?
• Was America founded as a secular nation?
• Is America's story defined entirely by slavery?
• Did settlers commit genocide against Native Americans?
• Should Christians stay out of politics and public life?

History matters. Truth matters. And as followers of Jesus, how we understand both can shape how we live today.

Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

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ALL Major Religions EXPLAINED in Under 90 Minutes (ft. Dr. Frank Turek) | Live Free with Josh Howerton Jun 22, 2026

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Do all religions lead to God? Are Christianity, Islam, Judaism, Buddhism, and other faiths really teaching the same thing?

In this episode of LIVE FREE, Pastors Carlos Erazo and Paul Cunningham are joined by renowned Christian apologist Dr. Frank Turek to tackle one of the most important questions a person can ask: What is true?

Together, they explore why so many religions exist, whether all faiths ultimately point to the same destination, and the major differences between Christianity and the world's largest religions. They also address one of the most common objections to Christianity: Does God's judgment in the Bible make Him a moral monster?

From Judaism and Islam to Mormonism, Buddhism, and atheism, this conversation provides a practical framework for understanding what different worldviews teach about God, humanity, salvation, and Jesus.

Most importantly, you'll discover why Christianity stands apart from every other religion—and why the identity of Jesus changes everything.

In This Episode:

Do all religions lead to the same God?
Is God a moral monster in the Old Testament?
Christianity vs. Judaism: What's the difference?
What Islam teaches about Jesus
Buddhism, Hinduism, and atheism in simple terms
Why Christianity is unique among all religions
How to have better conversations with people of other faiths

If you've ever wondered how different religions compare—or how to confidently explain your faith—this episode is for you.

Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

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Megachurch Pastor Reacts To MLB SCANDAL Targeting Christian Players | Live Free with Josh Howerton Jun 19, 2026

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What happens when Christian conviction collides with cultural pressure?
In this bonus episode of Live Free, Pastor Josh Howerton reacts to the MLB Pride Night controversy involving San Francisco Giants players who wrote a Bible verse on their hats instead of participating in Pride messaging. Josh explores what this moment reveals about faith, courage, religious freedom, and the challenge of standing firm without losing compassion.
In This Episode:

Why the Giants Pride Night controversy exploded nationally
The meaning behind Genesis 9 and the rainbow in Scripture
The difference between loving people and affirming beliefs
What Romans 1 reveals about truth, culture, and conviction
How Christians can stand for truth with both grace and courage

You can love people deeply without approving of everything they do.
You can stand firmly on biblical truth without losing compassion.
And in a moment like this, Christians must do both.
Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

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Did The FLOOD/Noah’s Ark REALLY Happen!?…(or is it a MYTH!?) ft. Dr. Jeremiah Johnston | Live Free with Josh Howerton Jun 15, 2026

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Can someone be forgiven if they never apologize? What is the unforgivable sin? And did Noah's Flood really happen?

In this episode of LIVE FREE, Pastors Carlos Erazo and Paul Cunningham are joined by New Testament scholar and apologist Dr. Jeremiah Johnston as they explore biblical forgiveness, the danger of bitterness, the true meaning of the unforgivable sin, and whether Noah's Ark and the Flood can be trusted as real history. Drawing from Scripture, archaeology, ancient civilizations, and the teachings of Jesus, they examine the evidence and explain why these topics still matter today.

Most importantly, this episode points us to the heart of the Gospel: while the Flood could not remove sin, Jesus can give us a new heart.

In this episode:

• Can you forgive someone who never apologizes?

• What is the unforgivable sin?

• Did Noah's Flood really happen?

• Did the Bible copy flood stories from other cultures?

• Have researchers found Noah's Ark?

• Why Noah's story ultimately points to Jesus

What if the hardest questions about forgiveness, judgment, and Noah's Ark all point to the same answer—Jesus?

Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

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The Bible NEVER Mentions Homosexuality!?... Is that True? | Live Free with Josh Howerton Jun 08, 2026

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Can Christians stand for truth without becoming angry, harsh, or compromising?

In a culture where conversations about identity, sexuality, personal freedom, and truth dominate headlines and social media feeds, many believers find themselves pulled between two extremes: conviction without compassion or compassion without conviction. In this episode, Carlos Erazo and Paul Cunningham tackle some of today's most challenging cultural questions while exploring one of the most misunderstood emotions in the Christian life—anger.

Through Scripture and practical wisdom, they discuss God's design for sexuality, why truth and love must remain together, the difference between righteous and sinful anger, and how followers of Jesus can engage difficult conversations without being controlled by outrage, fear, or cultural pressure. If you've ever wondered how to stand firmly on God's Word while reflecting the grace and character of Christ, this conversation is for you.

In This Episode:

The difference between righteous anger and sinful anger
Why human anger rarely produces God's righteousness
How to respond to controversial cultural issues biblically
God's design for sexuality and identity
Did Jesus affirm same-sex relationships?
How Christians can engage culture without compromising conviction
Practical ways to reflect the character of Christ in difficult conversations

Truth without love becomes harsh. Love without truth becomes compromise. Jesus calls us to both.

Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

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Should Christians VOTE for "Character" or "Policy"? | Live Free with Josh Howerton Jun 01, 2026

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What if the worst thing that ever happened to you was actually God's pathway to something greater?

In this episode of LIVE FREE, Pastors Josh Howerton, Carlos Erazo and Paul Cunningham wrap up their 46-week journey through the Book of Acts by unpacking the powerful conclusion of the Apostle Paul's life. From shipwrecks and snake bites to imprisonment and eventual martyrdom, Paul's story reveals a truth every Christian needs to hear: God can turn a crash into a calling.

The conversation then shifts to one of the most controversial topics facing Christians today: voting. How should believers think about character, policy, political engagement, and cultural responsibility? Is voting an endorsement of a person or a stewardship of influence? The team walks through practical biblical principles for navigating elections, culture, and civic responsibility without losing sight of God's Kingdom.

Whether you're wrestling with disappointment, trying to understand your role in today's culture, or looking for encouragement to finish your race faithfully, this episode offers biblical clarity, courage, and hope.

In This Episode:

Why Acts 28 is the fulfillment of Acts 1:8
The incredible story of Paul's final years and martyrdom
How God turns setbacks into Kingdom opportunities
What it means to "finish the race" God has given you
Why the Gospel advanced even when Paul was imprisoned
Biblical principles for Christian voting
The difference between evaluating personality and evaluating policy
How believers can engage culture without making politics their identity

Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.
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Can a Christian Be DEMON POSSESSED!? (NOT What You’d Expect) ft Jonathan Pokluda | Live Free May 25, 2026

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What do you do when obedience to God leads straight into pain, resistance, and uncertainty?

In this episode of LIVE FREE, Pastors Josh Howerton, Carlos Erazo, and special guest Jonathan Pokluda unpack one of the most powerful leadership chapters in the Bible: Acts 27. From Paul leading through a shipwreck while chained as a prisoner, to spiritual warfare, suffering, revival among Gen Z, dating, purity, and denominational differences, this conversation is packed with biblical wisdom for all trying to stay faithful in a chaotic world. How does God use pain to build leaders? And what do you do when the storm you’re in doesn’t make sense? This episode tackles it all with conviction, clarity, and hope.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why obedience cannot be measured by outcomes
How God uses pain, setbacks, and “shipwrecks” for His purposes
The difference between spiritual warfare, personal sin, and living in a fallen world
Why Gen Z are returning to church and Christianity
What biblical masculinity actually looks like
Practical wisdom on dating, purity, and relationships
How Christians should think about denominations and theological differences
Why unity matters during spiritual battles

Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

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ALL Christian Denominations EXPLAINED in Under 40 Minutes | Live Free with Josh Howerton May 20, 2026

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Why are there so many Christian denominations? Do the differences actually matter?

In this episode of LIVE FREE, Pastors Josh Howerton, Carlos Erazo, and Paul Cunningham break down the biggest Christian denominations, including Catholics, Protestants, Orthodox, Baptists, Methodists, Presbyterians, and Pentecostals, while explaining what truly separates them theologically.

This conversation clarifies essential doctrines, denominational differences, church history, biblical authority, and how believers can wisely choose a healthy church without falling into confusion or unnecessary division.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

Why denominations exist
Which doctrines are essential for salvation
Key differences between major Christian groups
How to evaluate healthy churches
Why biblical truth matters more than labels

Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

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Are Generational CURSES Real?! What the Bible REALLY Says... | Live Free with Josh Howerton May 18, 2026

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Are generational curses actually real—or is that idea being misunderstood?

In this episode of LIVE FREE, Pastors Josh Howerton, Paul Cunningham, and Carlos Erazo unpack what the Bible really says about family sin patterns, spiritual warfare, demonic oppression, and the freedom believers have in Christ. Through powerful passages like Exodus 34, Ezekiel 18, and the story of Josiah, they reveal how generational strongholds may influence families—but through Jesus, they do not have to define your future.

If you’ve ever wondered whether family dysfunction, addiction, abuse, or spiritual darkness can be broken, this episode offers biblical clarity, practical hope, and spiritual courage.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

What the Bible actually says about generational curses
The difference between curses, consequences, and strongholds
Whether Christians can be demon possessed
How Josiah broke generational rebellion
How Jesus gives believers victory over inherited sin patterns

Stand firm. Think biblically. Live free.

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