Under God | with Pastor Stephen Martin

Latest Episodes:

Biblical Marriage vs Political Manipulation | Under God Ep 229 Nov 14, 2025

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Listen as Pastor Daniel Hayworth and Pastor Josh Brown analyze two major cultural stories: the end of the government shutdown and an Alabama pastor's announcement that he's pursuing polygamy. This Culture Review episode examines how both politicians and religious leaders manipulate truth for personal gain—and what Scripture actually teaches about marriage and faithfulness.

You'll Learn:

✅ How the government shutdown affected military families and revealed political strategy

✅ Why church members demonstrated extraordinary faith during financial uncertainty

✅ The biblical case against polygamy using Ephesians 5's marriage covenant

✅ Concerning trends infiltrating conservative spaces (Andrew Tate, Pearl Davis, and more)

Pastor Daniel and Pastor Josh break down Ephesians 5 in detail, showing how marriage between one man and one woman reflects Christ's relationship with the church. From political manipulation to religious deception, this episode equips you with biblical clarity for navigating cultural chaos.

Perfect for your morning commute or workout—get the truth you need to start your day anchored in God's Word.

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Biblical Fatherhood and Discipleship | Under God Ep 228 Nov 12, 2025

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Listen as Pastor Rob McCoy shares his powerful journey from college athlete to biblical father, revealing how he turned an unplanned pregnancy into his greatest calling and raised sons who are now warriors for Christ.

In this conversation with Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Nate Brown, discover the discipleship philosophy that shaped Pastor Rob's approach to fatherhood: things are caught, not taught. Hear his raw testimony of facing pressure to abort his son, choosing biblical courage despite opposition, and creating a spiritual legacy through everyday moments.

You'll Learn:

✅ Why observation-based discipleship produces stronger Christians than systematic studies

✅ How to overcome poor parenting examples and break generational patterns

✅ The importance of being present in your children's lives

✅ Why spiritual legacy matters more than material inheritance

✅ Practical ways to disciple your family through everyday life

Perfect for your morning commute or workout. Pastor Rob's story will challenge you to think differently about fatherhood, discipleship, and the legacy you're building.

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Discipleship Over Distraction: Pastor Rob McCoy's Call to Pastors | Under God Ep 227 Nov 10, 2025

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Listen as Pastor Rob McCoy—Charlie Kirk's pastor and close friend—addresses the conspiracy theories targeting those closest to Charlie, explains why Christians must reject speculation and "vain babbling," and issues an urgent call to pastors about the moment we're in.

Charlie Kirk discipled an entire generation out of intellectual slavery. He gave them biblical confidence and taught them how to think. Now, in the aftermath of his death, Christians are being swept into conspiracy theories instead of focusing on what God is doing through this tragedy. Pastor Rob explains why this is spiritual warfare, how to maintain biblical peace amid chaos, and why this revival will fail without proper discipleship.

✅ YOU'LL LEARN:

How to apply 2 Timothy 2:14-17 to conspiracy theories and speculation

Why joy (not happiness) and peace (not absence of conflict) matter now

The Moses/Joshua framework: Charlie freed them, pastors must lead them

Why the Jesus Movement had massive conversions but zero cultural impact

What discipleship (not conversion) actually looks like in practice

📖 SCRIPTURE DISCUSSED:

2 Timothy 2:14-17

Philippians 4:6-8

1 Corinthians 13

Matthew 28

This conversation is perfect for your morning commute, workout, or quiet time. Don't miss Pastor Rob's powerful exhortation to the church about what this moment requires.

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Christian Persecution and Biblical Masculinity | Under God Ep 226 Nov 07, 2025

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Listen as Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Daniel Hayworth tackle the crisis of Christian persecution in Nigeria—where 19,000 churches have been destroyed and tens of thousands murdered since 2009. Hear why Trump's decisive response represents biblical Romans 13 government, and why the church must wake up to defend persecuted believers worldwide.

Then dive into the urgent battle for young men's souls. With figures like Nick Fuentes and Andrew Tate offering twisted visions of masculinity, the church must step up and re-masculinize itself. This episode delivers the biblical blueprint for discipleship that equips men to be both warriors and builders—exactly what this generation desperately needs.

You'll Learn:

✅ Why Christians are the world's most persecuted people and what we must do about it

✅ How Trump's Nigeria response demonstrates proper biblical government

✅ Why the feminized church created a void that the manosphere filled

✅ The Nehemiah principle: Building with sword in one hand, trowel in the other

✅ How to reach young men being radicalized by online extremism

Perfect for your morning commute or workout—biblical confidence and practical wisdom for the real-world battles you'll face today.

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Q&A with Pastor Rob McCoy: Servant Leadership and Biblical Confidence | Under God Ep 225 Nov 05, 2025

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Pastor Stephen Martin hosts Pastor Rob McCoy for an engaging Q&A session that addresses the real questions Christians face in today's culture. Recorded live at Vintage Church, this conversation provides biblical clarity and practical wisdom on some of the most challenging topics believers encounter.

TOPICS DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE:

- Charlie Kirk's servant leadership legacy and its eternal impact

- Christian nationalism: Biblical perspective on loving Christ and country

- The power of love as the ultimate apologetic weapon

- How to share your faith naturally without being preachy

- The essential elements of making disciples who make disciples

- Why praying for your enemies transforms both parties

- Building biblical confidence in hostile workplace environments

- Breaking down barriers through genuine questions and listening

- Why your words are a direct reflection of your heart

- Living in the world but not of the world in a divided culture

Pastor Rob shares compelling stories—from Elon Musk at Charlie Kirk's memorial service to unexpected divine appointments in auto repair shops—that demonstrate how servant-hearted evangelism breaks down every barrier. You'll discover practical strategies for workplace witness, the developmental window for teaching children, and why genuine relationship is the foundation of effective discipleship.

Whether you're navigating cultural pressure, looking for natural ways to share your faith, or building a biblical framework for engaging controversial topics, this Q&A delivers Scripture-based answers for real-world challenges. Perfect for your morning commute or workout—equipping you with the confidence you need for whatever battles you'll face today.

Scripture References: Matthew 6:19-21, Philippians 4, Matthew 28:19-20, 2 Timothy 2:15, Matthew 5:44, Ephesians 4:29, Proverbs 4:23, James 1:19-20

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Honoring Charlie Kirk: Biblical Truth About Martyrdom and Legacy | Under God Ep 224 Nov 03, 2025

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Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Rob McCoy share powerful testimony from Charlie Kirk's memorial service, revealing the biblical pattern of martyrdom and why faithful witness always produces revival. Drawing direct parallels to Stephen's stoning in Acts 7, Pastor Stephen explains the three results that always follow martyrdom: explosive church growth, new courageous leaders rising, and former enemies becoming brothers in Christ. Pastor Rob—who spent four days with Charlie in Korea just before his death—shares intimate stories revealing Charlie's true character: his incorruptible integrity with money, his servant heart toward waitresses and strangers, his hours of daily Scripture study, and his passion for leading people to Jesus. He addresses the conspiracy theories dividing Christians and calls believers back to biblical perspective. Charlie wasn't killed for his rhetoric or tone—he was martyred because he spoke God's truth in a world that hates God's truth. The result? 1.4 billion people watched his memorial and revival is breaking out across America. This episode will challenge you to examine your own courage, confront gossip and division, and trust God's sovereignty even when evil seems to win.

✅ Why martyrdom always causes the church to explode in growth

✅ The biblical pattern from Acts 7 that's repeating today

✅ Charlie's real character: stories from someone who knew him intimately

✅ How to maintain biblical perspective during cultural persecution

✅ Why conspiracy theories dishonor martyrs and grieve the Holy Spirit

✅ The three results of martyrdom Christians are witnessing right now

Related Scripture Study:

📖 Acts 6:5-7:60 (Stephen's martyrdom—the first and the pattern)

📖 Matthew 16:18 (Jesus promised to build His church)

📖 Psalm 131 (Trusting God when we don't understand)

📖 Ecclesiastes 7:1 (Why better is the day of death than birth)

Halloween: Biblical Wisdom for Christians | Under God Ep 223 Oct 31, 2025

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Listen as Pastor Nate and Pastor Daniel tackle one of the most divisive questions in modern Christianity: How should Christians approach Halloween? This balanced, historically-informed discussion explores the holiday's complex origins—from Celtic Samhain to Christian All Hallows' Eve—and provides biblical principles for navigating this controversial cultural moment.

Discover why both total rejection and uncritical acceptance miss the mark, and learn how Romans 14 principles apply to disputable matters like Halloween participation. Whether you attend Harvest Festivals, hand out gospel tracts while trick-or-treating, or avoid the holiday entirely, you'll gain clarity on how to engage culture with biblical confidence instead of fear.

Perfect for your morning commute or workout, this episode equips you with:

✅ The real historical origins of Halloween traditions

✅ Biblical frameworks for being "in the world, not of the world"

✅ Practical strategies for redeeming Halloween with gospel light

✅ Wisdom for respecting personal convictions while engaging culture

✅ How Vintage Church approaches Halloween with their Light the Night event

Stop debating and start discerning. Hear how to shine light in darkness rather than hiding from it, making October 31st an opportunity for gospel witness instead of cultural retreat.

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Success, Ambition & Stewardship: A Biblical Worldview | Under God Ep 222 Oct 29, 2025

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What does biblical success actually look like? In this episode, Pastor Nate Brown, Pastor Daniel Hayworth, and Pastor Josh Brown tackle one of the most culturally distorted topics: success, ambition, and stewardship.

This is episode 7 in the Point of View series, where we examine major life topics through the lens of Scripture. Using Romans 12:2 as the foundation—"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind"—the hosts explore the story of Haman from Esther Chapter 3 as a cautionary tale about selfish ambition.

You'll hear how Solomon, despite achieving everything the world calls success, ultimately concluded it was all "chasing the wind" without God at the center. The conversation covers the dangerous ditches of laziness and workaholism, explaining how faithfulness creates the middle lane Christians should pursue.

✅ You'll discover:

The difference between godly ambition and selfish ambition

How Haman's pursuit of honor led to his destruction

Why work becomes worship when done for the Lord (Colossians 3:23)

The importance of anchoring your ambition in God's assignment

How to avoid the twin dangers of laziness and workaholism

Perfect for your morning commute or workout, this episode equips you with biblical confidence to define success God's way. The hosts reference key passages including Romans 12:2, Esther Chapter 3, Ecclesiastes, Colossians 3:23, and Philippians 3:12-14.

Coming up: Special guest Pastor Rob McCoy joins the podcast as we close out the Point of View series. Subscribe now for new episodes every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 7 AM CT.

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Gender, Sexuality & Marriage: A Biblical Worldview | Under God Ep 221 Oct 27, 2025

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In this powerful episode, Pastor Daniel and Pastor Josh Brown tackle one of today's most controversial topics through a biblical lens. Using real-world examples including a revealing story from Netflix's "Love is Blind," they explore why Christians must maintain biblical convictions about sexuality even when facing personal or cultural pressure.

Listen as they unpack:

✅ The difference between compassion and compromise

✅ How to love people without affirming sin

✅ What Scripture actually says about marriage and sexuality

✅ Why cultural acceptance can't replace biblical truth

✅ Practical ways to engage with love while standing firm

This conversation provides essential guidance for Christians navigating relationships, workplace pressures, and cultural conversations about gender and sexuality. Perfect for your morning commute or workout as you prepare to face these real-world challenges.

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Culture Review: Middle East Peace and Border Security | Under God Ep 220 Oct 24, 2025

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Pastor Stephen Martin and Pastor Daniel Hayworth discuss this week's major headlines through a biblical lens, including President Trump's historic Israel-Gaza peace deal that secured the release of 20 hostages, and what Scripture teaches about national security and immigration.

You'll Learn:

✅ The details of Trump's Middle East peace achievement

✅ Biblical perspectives on justice and national sovereignty

✅ What Pastor Stephen witnessed firsthand in Israel

✅ How to think biblically about immigration and borders

✅ Why protecting your nation aligns with Scripture

Perfect for your morning commute or workout - get equipped with biblical wisdom for navigating today's cultural challenges.

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