In God We Trusted

Sunlit Studios

In God We Trusted is a Christian show dedicated to helping believers navigate the intersection of faith and politics. Hosted by Will and Sam, we explore how scripture informs civic engagement, voting, and societal responsibility. Each episode breaks down biblical principles and applies them to modern political and cultural issues, encouraging Christians to live out their faith in the public square. Whether it’s voting, public policy, or cultural movements, we believe the Bible has much to say, and we’re here to help you understand how to apply it. Join us as we discuss how believers can be the salt and light in a world that needs godly leadership.

  1. 26 Aug

    Are America’s Institutions Failing to Protect Children?

    Want to partner with us and help make more content like this possible? Donate Here: https://secure.ncfgiving.com/GXDonateNow?id=a0UVx000009MGYoMAO This episode of God We Trusted examines the sexual abuse and exploitation of children in America. Will and Sam discuss court decisions, public policy, universities, online dangers, and efforts to change how society talks about sexual attraction to minors. They review reported findings about the lasting effects of childhood sexual abuse and educator sexual misconduct in public schools. The conversation also looks at allegations involving the Los Angeles Unified School District and the importance of reporting abuse promptly. Christians are encouraged to speak clearly, demand accountability, and take firm action to protect children from harm. Watch and share this discussion to help others understand why vigilance and child protection matter. Chapters 00:00:00 - America's Children at Risk 00:03:02 - The Sexual Revolution's Roots 00:03:58 - The 1972 Platform 00:05:36 - Repealing Age Of Consent 00:07:58 - Supreme Court Strikes Down Protections 00:11:00 - The ACLU Sues Again 00:13:46 - State Laws Going Soft 00:15:17 - Professors Defending Pedophilia 00:22:43 - The Oxford Study 00:25:17 - The “Minor Attracted People” Debate 00:28:39 - NAMBLA And The Lawsuit 00:30:51 - Nudist Camps And Parks 00:35:15 - The Numbers In America 00:37:44 - Crisis In Public Schools 00:42:05 - Abuse Claims in Los Angeles Schools 00:45:43 - How Christians Should Protect Children 00:47:02 - Find Your Voice and Speak Up Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #ChildSafety #ProtectKids #ACLU #SupremeCourt #PublicSchools #ChildAbuseAwareness #CultureWar #ChristianWorldview #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #NewChristian #Apologetics #FaithAndCulture #InGodWeTrust

  2. 12 Aug

    What Is the UK Grooming Gang Scandal They Don’t Want You to Know About?

    In this episode of In God We Trusted, Sam and Will examine the UK grooming gang scandal: tracing the history from the 2012 Rochdale convictions through multiple government inquiries that confirmed widespread child sexual exploitation across at least 149 British towns. They explore how political correctness and fear of being labeled racist led officials to suppress evidence, dismiss victims, and allow predators to operate freely for decades. They discuss the Jay Report's finding of 1,400 victims in Rotherham alone, the 2022 inquiry confirming the problem was systemic and nationwide, and the 2026 Lowe Report estimating over 250,000 victims. This episode explains why this matters for America as a cautionary tale about unchecked immigration policies and silenced speech. Using Psalm 82, Matthew 18, Proverbs 24, Romans 13, and other passages, they lay out a biblical framework for how Christians are called to defend the vulnerable and hold governments accountable. Whether you are hearing about this issue for the first time or want to know how to respond with courage, this episode equips you to understand the facts and take a stand. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction: What is Britain's grooming gang scandal? 00:02:25 - A Warning to America: Why Britain's failures matter for us 00:03:28 - Rochdale 2012: Nine men convicted of grooming British girls 00:05:48 - Oxford 2013: Violent child trafficking ring exposed 00:06:42 - The Jay Report: 1,400 victims found in Rotherham 00:09:50 - Isolated or Systemic: Were these cases truly unique? 00:11:05 - Political Correctness: How fear of racism silenced officials 00:13:17 - Victim Testimonies: The horrific reality of the abuse 00:15:40 - No Action Taken: Why nothing changed after multiple reports 00:18:56 - Telford 2018: Another investigation finds thousands of victims 00:20:20 - Nationwide Crisis: 2022 inquiry proves the problem is everywhere 00:27:07 - Global Spotlight: Elon Musk confronts UK leadership 00:33:01 - The Lowe Report: 250,000+ victims across 149 towns 00:38:46 - Biblical Response: What Christians must do to protect children Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #GroomingGangs #UKGroomingScandal #ProtectChildren #ChristianResponse #BiblicalJustice #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #ImmigrationPolicy #PoliticalCorrectness #Rotherham #JayReport #Matthew18 #Psalm82 #DefendTheVulnerable #InGodWeTrusted

  3. 15 Jul

    Why Did So Many Civilizations Sacrifice Their Children?

    In this episode of In God We Trusted, Will and Sam explore the disturbing history of child sacrifice across every continent and century, from the Canaanites and Romans to the Aztecs and beyond. They examine what Genesis 22 teaches about how the God of the Bible is fundamentally different from the false gods that demanded child sacrifice. The Bible repeatedly calls God's people to choose life over death, and wherever Christianity has spread throughout history, these horrific practices have been abolished. The episode also addresses abortion as a modern form of child sacrifice and why the gospel remains the only proven solution to ending it. Whether you are new to the Bible or exploring the Christian faith, this episode will challenge you to understand why God values every human life and what that means for us today. If this episode impacts you, share it with someone who needs to hear the truth about life and faith. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction: What is humanity's obsession with child sacrifice? 00:00:28 - Humanity's Brokenness: What child sacrifice reveals about our need for God 00:02:44 - Christianity's Impact: How the gospel changed the world's ethics 00:04:47 - Genesis 22: What God taught Abraham about sacrifice 00:08:46 - Old Testament: Child sacrifice among Israel and its enemies 00:12:07 - Global Pattern: Child sacrifice in every culture throughout history 00:13:19 - Sparta and Rome: How the ancient world treated children 00:16:04 - Carthage and the Celts: How the early church responded 00:19:11 - China and India: Child sacrifice beyond the Western world 00:22:03 - The Americas: Child sacrifice among Native Americans and Aztecs 00:27:23 - Modern Abortion: Child sacrifice by another name 00:30:28 - The Gospel Solution: Why spreading Christianity is the only answer 00:33:38 - Choosing Life: Adoption stories and practical hope Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #ChildSacrifice #Genesis22 #ProLife #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #NewChristian #OldTestament #ChooseLife #ChristianHistory #Abortion #AbrahamAndIsaac #ChristianPodcast #InGodWeTrusted

  4. 1 Jul

    What Happened When a Bishop Confronted the Roman Emperor?

    In this episode of God We Trusted, hosts Will and Sam explore the incredible true story of St. Ambrose, the Bishop of Milan who boldly confronted Emperor Theodosius of the Roman Empire. You'll learn how Christianity transformed Western civilization through human dignity, literacy, universities, and civil rights. Discover how Ambrose went from provincial governor to one of the most influential church leaders in history, and how his teaching even led Augustine to faith. The episode covers two dramatic confrontations between Ambrose and the emperor, including the aftermath of the Massacre of Thessalonica, where 7,000 people were killed. This story shows why the church needs leaders who combine pastoral compassion with prophetic boldness to speak truth to power. If you want to understand how one courageous bishop changed the course of history and what that means for faith today, this episode is for you. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction: When the church confronted the Roman Empire 00:01:43 - How Christianity changed Western civilization 00:05:04 - Who was St. Ambrose? His early life explained 00:07:04 - How Ambrose became Bishop of Milan 00:09:06 - How Ambrose led Augustine to faith 00:11:37 - The four traits of a faithful church leader 00:13:52 - First confrontation: The synagogue incident of 388 AD 00:15:45 - Ambrose's bold letter on freedom of speech 00:18:13 - Ambrose preaches directly to the emperor 00:19:57 - The Massacre of Thessalonica explained 00:22:34 - Ambrose calls the emperor to repentance 00:25:50 - Ambrose excommunicates the emperor at the church door 00:27:40 - Theodosius repents and changes Roman law 00:30:47 - Why the church needs boldness today Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #StAmbrose #ChurchHistory #EmperorTheodosius #ChristianFaith #BibleTeaching #WesternCivilization #Augustine #PropheticVoice #ChurchAndState #EarlyChurch #ChristianApologetics #RomanEmpire #GodWeTrusted #NewChristian

  5. 17 Jun

    Why Are So Many Churches Abandoning the Bible?

    In this episode of In God We Trust, Sam and Will trace the history of progressive Christianity and how major denominations drifted away from the Bible. From the Christian founding of America's top universities to the rise of liberal theology in Germany, they explore how figures like Friedrich Schleiermacher redefined faith as feeling rather than truth. We cover key turning points like the Andover Seminary controversy, the Social Gospel movement, the Five Fundamentals of 1910, and the Scopes Monkey Trial. You'll learn what the six mainline denominations believe today and why churches that abandoned biblical authority have lost more than half their membership. Whether you're new to faith or wondering why some churches look nothing like historic Christianity, this episode gives you the history you need. If this blessed you, share it with a friend who needs to hear it. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction: What is progressive Christianity and how did churches drift? 00:02:43 - Christian Founding: How America's top universities started as seminaries 00:06:40 - Schleiermacher: The man who redefined Christianity as a feeling 00:10:00 - Exported to America: How liberal theology infiltrated U.S. seminaries 00:11:39 - Andover Controversy: When seminary professors rejected the Bible 00:14:54 - Social Gospel: Walter Rauschenbusch redefines the church's mission 00:16:44 - Five Fundamentals: The core beliefs every Christian should know 00:18:46 - Fosdick's Sermon: "Shall the Fundamentalists Win?" (1922) 00:21:11 - Scopes Trial: The courtroom battle over faith and evolution 00:26:58 - Institutions Lost: How Princeton and major seminaries fell 00:29:39 - Mainline Denominations: What they believe today 00:35:36 - The Numbers: Why progressive churches are shrinking 00:37:30 - Final Plea: Fight for your church Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #ProgressiveChristianity #ChristianHistory #BibleStudy #NewChristian #ChurchHistory #FiveFundamentals #ScopesMonkeyTrial #LiberalTheology #SocialGospel #MainlineDenominations #ChristianFaith #BibleForBeginners #InGodWeTrust

  6. 3 Jun

    How Did “Separation of Church and State” Become So Common?

    In this episode, Sam and Will explain what secularism means and why it is not the “neutral” option many people assume it is. The conversation defines secularism as separating society, government, and major institutions from religious belief and anything supernatural. It then walks through historical examples and quotes (including Richard Dawkins) to discuss what gets replaced when Christianity is pushed out of public life. You will also hear a timeline of U.S. history and court decisions that shaped how religion shows up in schools and public spaces. They connect secularism with shifts in education, humanism, and the growth of government programs, especially around the New Deal era. A practical takeaway is to think carefully about what you treat as your highest authority, since something will always fill that role in your life and in a culture. If you found this helpful, check out the channel for more beginner-friendly Christian conversations. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro: Welcome to In God We Trusted 00:00:13 - What is secularism?: Definition and why people call it “good” 00:01:58 - Richard Dawkins quote: “Cultural Christian” and why outcomes matter 00:05:37 - French Revolution example: Replacing religion with secularism 00:08:44 - Founders and early America: Religion, morality, and good government 00:16:47 - What changed?: Darwinism and Marxism as major influences (theory offered) 00:23:19 - Education shift: John Dewey, humanism, and rejecting moral absolutes 00:29:23 - 1947 turning point: Everson case and the “wall” between church and state 00:32:01 - Domino effects: Prayer, Bible reading, Ten Commandments, and more 00:41:04 - Solzhenitsyn conclusion: “Men have forgotten God” 00:43:04 - Closing: Final takeaway and sign-off Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #Secularism #ChristianPodcast #ChristianFaith #BibleTeaching #BibleForBeginners #ChurchAndState #ChristianWorldview #USHistory #SupremeCourt #PublicSchools #Humanism #Marxism #Atheism #AbsoluteTruth #ReligionAndCulture

  7. 20 May

    Should Doctors Help Aid End of Life? (A Biblical View)

    In this episode, Will and Sam talk about physician-assisted suicide and ask a simple question: what does the Bible teach about life and death? They start with the idea that God is the author of life, that human beings bear God’s image, and that Scripture consistently values life. The conversation explains why suicide is seen as self-murder and why Christians believe we do not have the authority to end our own lives. They also define physician-assisted suicide as expediting death, not simply refusing extraordinary medical measures, then walk through cultural and historical warnings about how societies redefine “life worth living.” If you are wrestling with despair or questions about suffering, this episode points you back to hope, God’s ownership of life, and the call to honor the sanctity of life even in hardship. If this helped you think more clearly, share it with someone who is Bible-curious or new to Christian ethics. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Physician-assisted suicide: Bible and culture 00:00:16 - Intro and why this topic matters 00:00:59 - God is the author of life 00:03:36 - Suicide explained as self-murder 00:04:47 - What physician-assisted suicide means (expediting death) 00:06:33 - Key Bible texts: our life belongs to God 00:09:24 - Heroes of faith in despair, and God’s care 00:13:18 - End-of-life suffering and the emotional argument 00:15:41 - Nazi T4 program and “life unworthy of life” warning 00:19:24 - Hippocratic Oath and why medicine should not kill 00:22:02 - Charlie Gard and withholding care 00:28:23 - Canada MAID expansion and same-day approvals 00:30:27 - Legalization and rising suicide rates 00:38:47 - Spiritual framing: life, hope, and 1 Peter 5:8 00:40:15 - Closing encouragement Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #NewChristian #BibleCurious #BibleTeaching #ChristianEthics #SanctityOfLife #PhysicianAssistedSuicide #Euthanasia #Suicide #HopeInChrist #ImageOfGod #John844 #Psalm139 #Philippians1 #1Corinthians6 #1Peter5

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In God We Trusted is a Christian show dedicated to helping believers navigate the intersection of faith and politics. Hosted by Will and Sam, we explore how scripture informs civic engagement, voting, and societal responsibility. Each episode breaks down biblical principles and applies them to modern political and cultural issues, encouraging Christians to live out their faith in the public square. Whether it’s voting, public policy, or cultural movements, we believe the Bible has much to say, and we’re here to help you understand how to apply it. Join us as we discuss how believers can be the salt and light in a world that needs godly leadership.

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