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. Jul 15

    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

  2. Jul 1

    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

  3. Jun 17

    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

  4. Jun 3

    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

  5. May 20

    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

  6. May 6

    What Does the Bible Say About the Second Amendment and Self-Defense?

    In this episode of God We Trusted, Will and Sam talk about the Second Amendment and whether the Bible gives Christians “license” to carry guns for self-defense and opposition to tyranny. They discuss why this topic needs nuance, especially when public debates turn into caricatures and tragedy is used to shut down honest conversation. The episode walks through Scripture on the heart behind violence (Matthew 15:19), the idea of self-defense (Exodus 22:2), and how to understand Jesus’ words about swords (Luke 22:36) and “turn the other cheek.” They also explore how the Bible distinguishes self-defense from vengeance, and why Romans 13 is brought into the discussion about government and the “sword.” A big theme is learning from history about what can happen when governments disarm people, and why the founders viewed an armed citizenry as a barrier to tyranny. For everyday life, they argue that the deeper solution to violence is a change of heart and a renewed honor for the sanctity of life as people made in the image of God. If you are new to Christianity or just curious about what the Bible says, leave a comment with your questions and share this episode with a friend. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Welcome: What this episode is about 00:00:13 - The core question: Second Amendment and self-defense 00:03:13 - Reading the Second Amendment and explaining it simply 00:08:52 - Bible passages on self-defense (Exodus 22 and more) 00:13:19 - “Turn the other cheek” explained 00:17:45 - Vengeance vs justice, Romans 13 and the “sword” 00:23:25 - History lesson: what happens when people are disarmed 00:35:48 - Switzerland example: freedom and an armed populace 00:40:05 - Founding America: why the founders feared tyranny 00:49:12 - Closing thoughts and goodbye Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #SecondAmendment #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #NewChristian #BibleCurious #SelfDefense #TurnTheOtherCheek #Exodus22 #Luke22 #Matthew15 #Romans13 #SanctityOfLife #ChristianEthics #GodWeTrusted #BibleTeaching

  7. Apr 22

    Did Muhammad Believe Demons Could Be Used for Good?

    In this episode of God We Trusted, Will and Sam examine Islam from a Christian perspective and ask how the Bible describes false teachers and religions outside Christianity. They discuss Jesus’ warning about false prophets, Paul’s teaching about deceitful spirits, and several Bible passages they believe frame false religion as demonic. The conversation also compares the Bible’s view of demons and fallen angels with the Quran’s teaching about jinn, Iblis, and Muhammad’s reported encounters with Gabriel. A large part of the episode focuses on hadith reports, the “satanic verses” discussion, and claims the hosts believe show Muhammad’s strong focus on the demonic realm. For viewers exploring Christianity, this episode encourages testing religious claims carefully and comparing them with the gospel of Jesus. If you want more conversations like this, follow along and share your thoughts below. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction: The topic of Islam and false teachers 00:00:13 - How the Bible views false teachers: Jesus, Paul, and deception 00:02:57 - Satan and fallen angels: The biblical framework for demons 00:04:01 - Islam’s view of jinn: How the Quran differs from the Bible 00:07:09 - Muhammad’s first revelation: Fear, Gabriel, and early reactions 00:11:25 - The satanic verses: Early Islamic sources and the controversy 00:16:18 - Muhammad and demons: Personal spirits, spells, and supernatural claims 00:24:22 - Everyday life and Satan: Yawning, dreams, bells, dogs, and more 00:29:14 - Claims about science and medicine: Flies, honey, camel urine, and embryology 00:34:08 - Art, music, joy, and beauty: The episode’s closing critique of Islam 00:36:28 - Final challenge: Study the gospel and compare truth claims Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #ChristianApologetics #BibleTeaching #FalseTeachers #ChristianFaith #BibleStudy #Islam #Muhammad #Quran #Hadith #Jinn #Demons #Gospel #JesusChrist #ComparativeReligion

  8. Apr 8

    How Does the Qur’an Contradict the Bible? Islam vs Christianity Explained

    In this episode, the Will and Sam discuss Muhammad’s view of the Torah and the Gospel and explain what they call the “Islamic dilemma.” They argue that the Qur’an affirms earlier scriptures while also disagreeing with key Christian teachings about Jesus, the crucifixion, salvation, and the Trinity. The conversation also walks through several Old Testament and New Testament stories, pointing out places where the hosts believe the Qur’an retells biblical events differently. Topics in this episode include the authority of the Gospel, the claim of scriptural corruption, examples from Adam, Noah, Abraham, Moses, David, Solomon, Mary, and Jesus, and the difference between grace and works. For viewers who are new to the Bible, this episode is meant to encourage careful comparison between religious claims and the text of Scripture itself. If you are exploring Christianity or trying to understand the differences between the Bible and the Qur’an, this discussion gives you a starting point for study. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction: Muhammad and the scriptures: The hosts introduce the topic of Muhammad’s view of the Torah and the Gospel. 00:00:13 - What is the Islamic dilemma?: They explain the claim that the Qur’an affirms the Gospel while also contradicting it. 00:04:11 - Qur’an verses about the Gospel and Torah: The discussion focuses on passages that tell people to judge by earlier scriptures. 00:08:25 - The claim that scriptures were distorted: The hosts discuss later Qur’an passages about distortion and why they see a contradiction. 00:10:07 - Adam, Cain, Abel, and early Genesis stories: Examples are given from Adam’s creation, human nature, and the story of Cain and Abel. 00:15:12 - Noah and the flood in the Qur’an: They compare the biblical flood account with the Qur’an’s retelling. 00:16:28 - Tower of Babel and Abraham compared: The episode shifts to Babel, Abraham, Ishmael, and the Kaaba. 00:24:17 - Moses, Pharaoh, and the Exodus stories: The hosts examine differences in the stories of Moses, Pharaoh, Aaron, and Sinai. 00:35:09 - Saul, David, and Solomon explained: They compare Qur’anic and biblical accounts of Israel’s kings. 00:46:43 - The Gospel given to Jesus?: The conversation moves to the New Testament and the idea of the Injil. 00:48:16 - Jesus, the Trinity, and the cross: They discuss major differences between Christianity and Islam about who Jesus is. 00:57:00 - Mary, Jesus’ birth, and apocryphal stories: The hosts point to stories about Mary and Jesus they believe come from later traditions. 01:03:14 - Final argument and invitation to Christianity: The episode closes with a call to compare truth claims and trust in Christ’s grace. Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #Christianity #BibleStudy #ChristianFaith #NewChristian #BibleCurious #IslamAndChristianity #Quran #Gospel #Torah #Jesus #Muhammad #Apologetics #CompareReligions #BiblicalTruth #FaithInChrist

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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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