Under God | with Pastor Stephen Martin

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0129 | Woke Mirage: Black Lives Matter Apr 09, 2025

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The phrase “black lives matter” is true—but what happens when a true statement becomes the cover for a spiritual deception? In this episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate unpack the difference between the statement and the movement, revealing how unbiblical ideologies can infiltrate the Church under the banner of justice. From personal stories to biblical clarity, they expose the spiritual warfare behind cultural slogans and remind believers why our convictions must be rooted in God’s Word—not emotional manipulation or social pressure.

0128 | Woke Mirage: Don't Be A Racist Apr 07, 2025

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In a world where the definition of racism keeps changing, Pastor Nate shares his personal journey of being pulled into performative anti-racism and the exhausting demands of an ever-shifting ideology. What began with a genuine desire to love others turned into a pursuit of approval from a cultural narrative rooted in guilt and compliance. In this episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate unpack how true unity isn’t found in appeasing culture but in anchoring identity and justice in the unchanging truth of Scripture.

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0127 | Shoulder to Shoulder Podcast Apr 04, 2025

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Churches must rise with clarity, courage, and conviction to meet the challenges of today’s culture. In this episode, Pastor Stephen joins Pastor Doug and Rabbi Pesach on their podcast to discuss the role of the Church in shaping families, discipling believers, and reclaiming education. Pastor Stephen shares how building a classical Christian school and preaching the whole counsel of God has helped their church grow stronger, not safer. It’s a call to stand shoulder to shoulder for truth, family, and the next generation.

This is an episode every pastor, parent, and believer needs to hear.

📌 Topics Covered:

Spiritual loneliness in leadership
The cultural shift post-2020
Building a biblical worldview through weekly preaching
How to start a Christian school without losing your church’s focus
Engaging the next generation for Christ

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0126 | Woke Mirage: What About My Whiteness? Apr 03, 2025

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Cultural narratives are redefining identity through the lens of race, but Scripture calls us to view ourselves through the truth of God’s Word. In this episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate address the concept of "whiteness" as a social construct and the dangers of allowing ideologies like Critical Race Theory (CRT) to distort biblical truth. They explore how redefining morality, justice, and identity apart from Christ leads to division and confusion, and why anchoring our understanding in Scripture is essential to staying grounded in God’s truth.

If you've ever been told your identity is defined solely by your skin color or questioned how the church should respond to race-based ideology, this conversation is for you.

Whether you're commuting, working out, or spending quiet time with God, this message will challenge cultural assumptions and equip you with truth rooted in Scripture.

📖 Key Scriptures: Galatians 3:28, Romans 12:2, 2 Corinthians 10:5

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0125 | Woke Mirage: Story Time: Learning to Listen, Learning to Care Mar 31, 2025

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Personal stories have the power to shape perspectives, but when unchecked by biblical truth, they can lead to distorted views of justice and identity. In this episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nathan discuss how Pastor Nate’s compassion for a father’s heartbreaking experience shifted his perspective and led him into the world of wokeness. They explore the dangers of elevating personal narratives above God’s truth, how empathy can drift from biblical compassion, and why anchoring our understanding of justice in Scripture is essential for staying rooted in the gospel.

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0124 | 3 Prayers In Genesis Mar 28, 2025

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In this powerful episode, Rabbi Pesach Wolicki brings profound insights from the book of Genesis and shares timeless lessons about prayer. Through deep study of Cain’s story, Abraham’s intercession, and Hagar’s anguish, Rabbi Wolicki reveals that true prayer requires humility, repentance, and trust in God’s plan—even when we don’t see the answers we expect. He also highlights the importance of understanding the times we live in, reminding us that we are in a spiritual battle where Israel’s fight is our fight. Discover how to cultivate a heart of prayer, discern the seasons, and stand firm in faith during challenging times.

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0123 | Diversity Matters: Woke Mirage Mar 26, 2025

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Diversity is a beautiful part of God’s creation—but when it becomes the main focus of ministry, it can turn from a blessing into a burden. In this episode, Pastors Stephen and Nathan dive into the heart of what true diversity means, exposing how modern church culture can turn diversity into an idol rather than a reflection of God’s design. Through Scripture and personal experience, they show how unity in Christ—not uniformity in appearance—is the strength of the Church. Diversity should be the result of gospel-centered outreach, not the target.

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0122 | Love Jesus, Love People: Woke Mirage Mar 24, 2025

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The journey away from biblical truth rarely starts with rebellion—it starts with love misapplied. In this powerful opening to The Woke Mirage series, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nathan Brown unpack Nathan’s personal story of drifting into wokeness and the grace-filled journey back to God's Word. Through candid conversation and biblical clarity, they expose how the enemy distorts truth under the guise of compassion, and how only a Christ-centered love leads to freedom. This episode lays the foundation for the series and calls every believer to think biblically, love rightly, and stand firm in truth.

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0121 | Cultivating Anointing Mar 21, 2025

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The anointing of God isn’t just for pastors or prophets—it’s for every believer. In this episode, we explore what it means to walk in the anointing, how to cultivate it, and what happens when we neglect it. God anoints His people to lead, serve, and stand against the enemy, but that anointing requires stewardship. Learn how to guard your anointing, avoid the pitfalls that can cause you to lose it, and walk in the power of the Holy Spirit daily.

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0120 | 7 Hebrew Words for Praise Mar 19, 2025

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Praise is more than just a word—it’s an expression of worship that takes many forms. In this episode, we explore the seven Hebrew words for praise, each revealing a unique way we can honor and glorify God. From Halal (boasting and celebrating) to Barak (kneeling in reverence) and Shabach (shouting in victory), the Bible gives us a powerful blueprint for praise. Discover how engaging in true biblical praise deepens your faith, shifts atmospheres, and becomes a weapon in spiritual warfare.

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