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. 3D AGO

    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

    1h 8m

  2. MAR 25

    How Does Islam Treat Women Compared to Christianity?

    In this episode of In God We Trusted, Will and Sam continue their series on Islam by focusing on the treatment of women. They say they will examine what the Quran, the Hadith, and examples from Muhammad teach about women, and why those teachings matter as Islam grows in Western culture. They also give historical background on how women were treated in the ancient world, and they contrast that with the impact they say Christianity had through Jesus and the early church (including a reference to 1 Corinthians 7). The conversation covers modern claims and statistics they mention about Muslim-majority countries, and then walks through multiple Quran and Hadith citations they believe shape views on women, marriage, divorce, modesty, and authority. They end by urging viewers to consider Jesus and the dignity they believe God gives to women. If you are new to faith or just exploring, use this as a prompt to think about what a belief system teaches and how it affects real life. If this discussion is helpful, share it with someone who is Bible-curious and learning. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Episode topic: Islam and the treatment of women 00:00:09 - Welcome and intro (Will and Sam) 00:01:40 - Historical perspective: treatment of women before Christian ethics spread 00:04:14 - Christianity and women: Jesus, the early church, and dignity (includes 1 Corinthians 7) 00:07:48 - Modern outcomes discussed: women converting, global rankings, and culture 00:09:14 - Child brides and early marriage statistics mentioned 00:09:45 - Female circumcision (genital mutilation) discussion and claims 00:10:53 - Honor killings and control of women discussed 00:11:19 - Literacy rates and education discussion 00:11:59 - Quran Surah 81:8–9 mentioned (infanticide) and “object” language discussion 00:12:34 - Hadith and Quran cited: claims about women, hellfire, and witness requirements 00:14:18 - “Act kindly” quote discussed with “rib” explanation (Muslim 1468) 00:15:11 - “Evil omen” quote discussed (Bukhari 5753) 00:15:56 - Divorce and paradise statements discussed (Ibn Majah and related citations) 00:18:11 - Control and restrictions: fasting, prayer, charity, and public behavior 00:19:35 - Modesty and dress: clothing, hair, and paradise claims (Muslim 2128, Abu Dawood 4104) 00:21:51 - Quran 33:59 and additional verses about covering and separation 00:23:34 - “Better for women” at home and household permission claims 00:25:03 - Public rules: perfume and further restrictions discussed 00:25:22 - Hadith about “suckling” a slave discussed (Muslim 1453D) 00:26:18 - “Convenient revelations” claim and Surah 66 discussed 00:28:12 - Adopted son’s wife story and related Quran justification discussed 00:29:46 - Captives and sexual abuse discussion (Muslim 3371, Surah 4:24 referenced) 00:32:55 - Polygamy compared: Bible examples vs Quran prescriptions (Surah 4, 1 Timothy 3 mentioned) 00:34:33 - Exception for Muhammad discussed (Surah 33:50) and multiple wives claims 00:37:13 - Ali and captives story discussed (Bukhari 4350) 00:38:07 - Terror groups cited and modern examples discussed 00:40:04 - European crime statistics claims and “wives are your fields” verse mentioned 00:41:16 - Sexual refusal and angels cursing claim discussed (Muslim 1436) 00:42:03 - Quran 4:34 cited and discussion of beating 00:43:34 - Aisha and Muhammad: contrasting hadith claims about striking 00:45:08 - Aisha’s age at marriage and consummation claim discussed (Bukhari 5158) 00:48:19 - Later scholars and modern examples cited about child marriage and abuse 00:50:06 - Summary: whether Islam gives dignity to women (as argued in the episode) 00:50:42 - Closing appeal: love for Muslims, invitation to Jesus, and dignity of women Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #NewChristian #BibleCurious #ChristianFaith #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #Jesus #InGodWeTrusted #Islam #Quran #Hadith #Women #1Corinthians7 #1Timothy3 #ChristianApologetics #FaithAndCulture

    54 min

  3. MAR 11

    Were the Crusades Self-Defense Against Islam?

    In this episode of "In God We Trust," Will and Sam continue their discussion on Islam, focusing on its history after the Crusades and its impact on Christian territories. They compare the teachings and expansion of Islam with biblical accounts of conquest, highlighting key differences between the Quran and the Bible regarding war, slavery, and human dignity. The conversation covers the rise and fall of major Islamic caliphates, the global slave trade, and the ongoing effects of Islamic conquest into modern times. Real historical events, such as the Barbary Wars and the Armenian genocide, are explored to provide context. The episode encourages viewers to understand history, love their neighbors, and seek truth, emphasizing the freedom and value found in Jesus Christ. For anyone questioning their beliefs, the hosts offer hope and an invitation to discover the love of God. Like, comment, and subscribe for more. Chapters 00:00:00 - Introduction: Will and Sam introduce the episode and topic. 00:00:21 - Early Expansion: Muhammad’s teachings and the shift to conquest. 00:01:07 - Caliphates Rise: Islam’s spread and empires. 00:02:57 - Bible vs. Islam: Comparing conquest in scripture. 00:03:52 - Limits vs. Jihad: Biblical limits and open-ended jihad. 00:05:09 - Into Christian Lands: Islamic advance and the Crusades. 00:07:01 - Caliphate Explained: What is a caliphate and its history. 00:10:16 - Ottoman Empire: Expansion, sieges, and decline. 00:14:00 - Christian Views: Reflections from Christian leaders. 00:17:18 - Slave Trade: Islam and global slavery. 00:23:31 - Slavery Compared: Quran vs. Bible on slavery. 00:27:18 - Modern Slavery: Ongoing effects and abolition. 00:32:21 - Modern Conquest: Demographics and influence. 00:36:36 - Christian Persecution: Declining populations and violence. 00:40:07 - Revolutions & Terror: Recent history and terror groups. 00:45:42 - Stand Firm: Encouragement for Christians. 00:58:22 - Invitation & Close: Appeal to faith and closing remarks. Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #Christianity #BibleStudy #IslamHistory #NewChristian #ChristianFaith #ChurchHistory #SlaveryHistory #Caliphate #JesusSaves #FaithJourney #BiblicalTruth #ChristianPodcast #ReligiousHistory #InGodWeTrust #LearnTheBible

    1 hr

  4. FEB 25

    ”Did Muhammad Really Shift from Peace to Conquest? (The Truth About Early Islamic History)”

    In this episode of "In God We Trusted," Will and Sam dive deep into the dramatic transformation of Muhammad’s leadership and the shift from peaceful beginnings to an era of conquest and expansion. They explore the pivotal battles, the changing attitudes toward other faiths, and the historical impact of these events on the world. The discussion covers the rise of militant strategies, the treatment of captives, and the far-reaching consequences for both the Islamic world and its neighbors. With historical references and candid analysis, this episode sheds light on the roots of conflict and the legacy that shaped centuries of history. Don’t miss this thought-provoking conversation—like, comment, and subscribe for more insightful episodes! Chapters 00:00 - Intro: Welcome and overview of the episode’s theme 00:14 - The Early Years: Muhammad’s peaceful beginnings in Mecca 01:08 - The Shift to Medina: Persecution and the call to arms 02:03 - Battles of Badr, Uhud, and the Trench: Key turning points 04:25 - Aftermath and Radical Change: The siege of Jewish communities 06:04 - Quranic Verses and Hadiths: Shifting attitudes toward Jews and Christians 10:02 - The Treaty and Its Breakdown: From peace to renewed conflict 13:08 - Conquest of Kaibar: Expansion and its consequences 16:12 - The Ethics of War: Treatment of captives and women 19:15 - Global Conquest: The spread of Islam after Muhammad 24:07 - The Crusades: Europe’s response and ongoing conflict 32:44 - The Legacy of Conquest: Impact on Europe and beyond 41:46 - Reflection and Invitation: Contrasting worldviews and a call to peace 45:48 - Closing Thoughts: Compassion, humility, and next episode preview Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #InGodWeTrusted #MedinaShift #IslamicHistory #Muhammad #ReligiousHistory #PodcastEpisode #Crusades #WorldHistory #FaithDebate #Christianity #Islam #HistoricalPodcast #ReligionAndWar #MiddleEastHistory #ConquestAndPeace

    46 min

  5. FEB 25

    Who Is Muhammad & How Did Islam Start?

    In this episode of God We Trusted, Will and Sam take a respectful, text-first look at Islam—what Muslims believe, where those beliefs come from, and how Islamic sources describe key figures like Muhammad, Abraham, and Jesus. They walk through the role of the Qur’an, Hadith, Sunnah, and Sharia, then explore major themes that shape Islamic teaching (prophets, revelation, spiritual encounters, and the militarization of early expansion). Along the way, they compare key claims with a Christian worldview—staying focused on what Islam’s own writings say. If you found this helpful, like, comment, and subscribe for more honest conversations about faith, history, and Scripture. Chapters 00:00 - Intro: Why talk about Islam? 00:48 - Method: Using Islam’s own sources 02:58 - Who is Muhammad in Islam? 05:58 - Authority: Bible vs Islamic texts 08:47 - Mecca & Medina: Early Islamic setting 09:13 - Sharia, Sunnah, and Islamic law 10:06 - Revelation accounts and early formation 17:27 - Biography & Hadith reports (Ibn Ishaq) 26:32 - Ishmael, “Isa,” and prophetic claims 32:11 - Kaaba, idols, and Islamic tradition 34:16 - Abraham in Islamic narrative 35:19 - “Sword” passages and conflict themes 41:18 - Fighting texts and expansion context 46:52 - Jihad, paradise, and martyrdom logic 49:50 - Militarization: growth through battle 54:56 - Wrap-up and what’s next Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #Islam #Quran #Muhammad #Hadith #Sharia #ComparativeReligion #Christianity #Jesus #Abraham #Mecca #Kaaba #ReligiousStudies #ChristianApologetics #FaithDiscussion #GodWeTrusted

    55 min

  6. FEB 25

    Parental Rights vs Public Schools: Who Decides?

    In this episode of In God We Trusted, Will and Sam dig into the debate over parental rights: the Bible’s vision for the family (Deuteronomy 6), how public education expanded its role, and why American law historically protected parents as the primary decision-makers. They walk through landmark court moments, recent district policies, and headline cases—from opt-out fights to secret social transitions—then close with practical ways families can stay engaged locally. Watch to hear the full conversation, consider the examples, and decide where you stand. If this helped, please like, comment, and subscribe! Chapters 00:00 - Intro: Why parental rights matter 00:45 - Bible foundation: Family as first institution 03:00 - History: Common schools & state overreach 06:00 - 1925 ruling: “Child not a creature of the state” 08:30 - 1969 decision: Schools vs. totalizing ideology 10:45 - 2000s cases: Surveys, assemblies & opt-outs 14:00 - Florida stance & national reaction 16:30 - NJ grade-2 standards: identity & sex definitions 19:10 - Opt-out clashes: Montgomery County & beyond 22:30 - Secret transitions, medical access, notifications 25:10 - Loudoun County assault case aftermath 27:30 - Custody disputes & courtroom trends 30:00 - Pushback in culture & policy shifts 31:30 - Takeaways: Protecting the home & local control Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #ParentalRights #EducationDebate #Family #PublicSchool #ReligiousFreedom #Parenting #Policy #Culture #BibleAndCulture #SchoolBoards #OptOut #Students #Civics #Homeschool #LocalControl

    29 min

  7. FEB 25

    Is Depopulation the Real Crisis No One’s Talking About?

    This episode of In God We Trusted tackles the global fertility decline—what “replacement rate” means, where rates are falling, and why it matters for economies, culture, and faith. Will and Sam contrast overpopulation fears with present demographic realities, explore biblical teaching on family and life, and survey pronatalist policies from Singapore to Hungary—asking what actually changes hearts. Stay to the end for practical, hopeful takeaways. If you enjoy the discussion, please like, comment, and subscribe.  Chapters 00:00 - Intro: Why fertility is the “quiet crisis” 01:05 - Replacement rate explained (2.1) and global map 03:10 - Below-replacement in EU/US; projected peak around 2064 05:00 - Who has more kids? Religion, poverty, and values 06:45 - Childlessness, comfort, and cultural incentives 08:10 - Abortion’s global scale and demographic impact 10:05 - Bible through hard times: “Be fruitful and multiply” 12:35 - Psalms, Malachi, Jeremiah: children as blessing 14:10 - Gen Z priorities vs. marriage and kids (survey data) 16:05 - U.S. trendlines: deaths vs. births; 2043 crossover 18:00 - Climate anxiety, Roe reversal, and 2023 abortion uptick 19:45 - LGBT identification rates and implications for fertility 21:05 - The sperm count decline (1973–2018) 23:05 - From Ehrlich to now: debunking overpopulation fears 25:10 - Ancient echoes: Atrahasis, Polybius, Tertullian 27:00 - Dependency ratios: Social Security strain 28:50 - Pronatalist policies: what nations are trying 30:30 - Why incentives aren’t enough; call to life and family 31:45 - Closing thoughts and next episode tease Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #Depopulation #FertilityCrisis #PopulationDecline #ReplacementRate #BiblicalPerspective #Family #Marriage #Demographics #ElonMusk #SocialSecurity #ClimateAnxiety #ProNatalism #SpermCount #GenZ #Culture

    36 min

  8. FEB 25

    Is Christianity Compatible with Communism?

    Will and Sam tackle a big question: why are Christianity and communism fundamentally at odds? In this episode, they walk through six core clashes—abolishing God, denying fallen human nature, rejecting private property, stoking class conflict, elevating the state above the family and church, and replacing voluntary generosity with forced redistribution. Along the way they quote Marx and MLK Jr., unpack key Scriptures (Acts 5:29; Galatians 3:28; Romans 13; 2 Corinthians 9:7), and challenge the church to meet real needs with cheerful, voluntary charity. If you’ve heard “the early church was communist,” or you’re curious how critical theory and intersectionality fit this conversation, this one’s for you. Like, comment, and subscribe to support future episodes!  Chapters 00:00 - Intro: Show open & today’s topic 00:42 - MLK Jr. on communism vs. Christianity 02:10 - “Noble motives?” What draws people to Marxism 04:20 - Flaw #1: Abolishing religion (Marx’s claims) 08:15 - Flaw #2: Fallen nature & corrupting power 11:30 - Why checks & balances matter (civics lens) 13:50 - Flaw #3: Private property in the Bible 17:10 - Flaw #4: Class struggle & intersectionality 22:30 - Biblical unity vs identity divisions (Gal. 3:28) 26:00 - Flaw #5: State overreach vs God’s design 30:40 - Civil disobedience: “We must obey God” (Acts 5:29) 33:10 - Flaw #6: Forced redistribution vs cheerful giving 37:45 - A challenge to the church: real charity 41:00 - Utopia now? Christian hope & realism 44:00 - Takeaways & close Links SunlitStudios.com @TheBibleShowPodcast @UnderTheHoodFL Hashtags #Communism #Christianity #Marxism #BibleStudy #FaithAndPolitics #BiblicalWorldview #Acts529 #Galatians328 #PrivateProperty #Church #Podcast #InGodWeTrusted #MLKJr #CriticalTheory

    42 min
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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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