Politics By Faith w/Mike Slater

Christmas is so much more than Santa Claus. Join me as I lament how secular and lame our holidays have become. The culture-makers have lied to us about everything. These lies culminate on Christmas. What is Christmas? What is the Good News? And what is the number one thing don't want you ever to think about? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The series of morning motivational surrounding the five biggest lies continues. The first lie was that life is random. The second is that the truth is relative. Mike Slater explains why in this morning’s show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There are FIVE huge lies told around the world. For this week’s morning motivational, Mike Slater dives into those five lies. The first is that life is random. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Can the second book of the Bible, Exodus, serve as inspiration for those of us feeling like slaves to current day tyrants? We need not itemize our current plagues, as they are now part of daily life. Exodus describes how the People of Israel were freed from the bonds of centuries of slavery in Egypt. Moses was commissioned by God, who spoke to him in the form of the burning bush and gave him the colossal assignment to lead the Israelites to freedom. Repeatedly in Exodus, we witness Moses imploring Pharaoh, "Let my people go." During this show, Mike Slater and his special guests explore how the story of Exodus can serve as inspiration for those of us feeling like slaves to tyrants. Mike Slater and his special guests explore the question...can God lead us to freedom again? We pray history will repeat itself and that He will show us the way to free ourselves from the bonds of modern-day servitude. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The LGBTQIA+P activists will never be content. They always want more. I'll tell you how they're going to directly attack churches next and how Christians will be persecuted. But don't worry, persecution is good. Jeremiah gives us an example of how to persevere and why it matters. Who do YOU fear more? God or man? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"WaPo, “The crisis of student mental health is much vaster than we realize” because of the COVID lockdowns. The only solution they offer is more therapists in schools. But what is the real root of this? Why are kids unable to cope? Let's learn from Phinehas in the Bible on how to find true shalom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What are we to think when someone murders an innocent man so casually? How could someone do such a thing? How can a conscience become so seared? In this episode, we talk about 3 recent murders that all have a common theme. And how we can make sure we never fall victim to this same way of thinking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's really going on with the Respect For Marriage Act? Why did 12 Republicans vote with the democrats to repeal the Defense of Marriage Act? We tell you what this bill does and we rebuke the so-called-argument "love is love". Also, did you see the Balenciaga advertisements promoting pedophilia? Both of these things are related. Hint: it's not really about gay marriage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Everyone is worried about our terrible economy, but the day after we give thanks for all we have, we spent $9 billion on Black Friday alone. How is this possible? Well...debt. And something inside us that is as natural as breathing and easy as swiping that credit card. Elijah warned the king about it and God told us not to do it, but we can't help ourselves. Good thing there's such a simple solution to it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Thanksgiving used to be a day of FASTING and prayer. Now, it's a day of gluttony and football. We, as Americans, must know the suffering the Pilgrims endured on the Mayflower, how long and how painful. We must know why they endured. And we must know why they were successful. We talk about it today, in the Pilgrim's own words Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Many people say Donald Trump is a narcissist. Are you not? What is Narcissism exactly? Why do we have a system that rewards it? And what can Luke and Moses and Gideon teach us about it? We go back to the Epic of Gilgamesh and Ancient Greece to prove we're all narcissists, unless... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A week after the midterm elections and I'm still grumbling about the results. On top of that, my son remains in the NICU, he's doing better, but still a stressful time. It's time to embrace the posture of the Happy Warrior and find my peace. It's the antidote to hopelessness in life & politics. In this episode, I explain what the Happy Warrior is and where it came from. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

You may feel excited about the election results. You may feel hopeless. You may not know how to feel. One thing is for certain, God is in control. But with God in control, what is our role? Mike Slater explains. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The three things Americans truly need are education, wisdom and morals. How are we doing with that? Mike Slater provides the data and explains how biblical history works into it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

While it’s easy to get excited about the midterm elections and the coming Red Wave, it’s essential that we do not make it an idol. It may seem like the current state of politics in America couldn’t get worse, but I assure you it can, and has been. Plus, a lesson from Elijah, CS Lewis and John Bunyan on how to not lose hope. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From holidays, to political issues, a big portion of America's culture was founded with noble beginnings (believe it or not, the pandemic outbreak response began with noble intensions as well). However, over time, those bible-rooted pastimes became more-and-more Pagan. How did that happen? Mike Slater gives the perspective you need to understand. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

With a variety of polarizing issues in today's society, should we forgive those who have wronged us? The bible says you should. But how can you move forward if wrongs have not been righted? Mike Slater has biblical and historical perspective to help you solve this very important question. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why did Elon Musk buy twitter for $44 billion? Why does twitter bring out the worst of people? We'll learn from Caleb and Haman on and how to use twitter as a tool and not be a slave to the algorithm and outrage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mike Slater discusses the beauty of having children and the sad reality of our selfish country. When did people become so self-obsessed they forgot the beauty of new life? What does this dangerously low birthrate mean for America? Mike gives some perspective into all the questions we should be asking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Is faith under attack in America? In this special edition of the podcast, we talk to the great Dennis Prager, the pastor in Canada who was thrown in prison for staying open during COVID, and the football coach in Washington who was fired for praying after each game and won his case in the Supreme Court. And did you know the Ivy League schools were founded as Christian seminaries? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Are Americans putting too much faith in politics? Our country is made in our homes, around the dinner table, not in the Washington DC swamp. Virtue is never on the ballot. You MUST have that on your own. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

National test scores for America's youth have been released and it's absolutely abysmal. How did this happen? Who is responsible? And how are people okay with this? History shows us countless stories of amazing lengths people have gone to for an education. Today, our children are wasting away their greatest gift. Plus, some smart words from Dennis Prager on wisdom and how to build it into your children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

So many people are putting too much faith in politicians ahead of midterms. Mike Slater brings clarity to voters and reminds them that God is in control. He uses historical examples to highlight how many keep falling into the trap of worshiping the wrong ideas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

From schools, hospitals, pop culture, the legal system, and all the way up to the White House, trans ideology is being forced on you and your children. Your kids are begging you to help them navigate this. First, let's lament that this is even a thing we need to navigate, and then let's learn from David and Uzzah and three truths you need to teach your kids now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Hard work has taken on a new meaning around the world.. Mike Slater breaks down the origins of hard work culture and dives into where our work ethic has gone. Would we have survived hundreds of years ago with the work ethic we see today? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's been argued that envy is the root of many evils. Now imagine envy piled on top of a high anxiety, collapsing economy? A true recipe for disaster. Let's learn from Saul and two tips to kill envy before it gets the best of you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As the midterm elections approach, crime continues to climb up the ladder as a top issue. Democrat cities in particular are having a problem with crime. Why is that? Mike Slater strikes the root and gives some perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At every intersection of Faith and Government, someone is yelling "But there's a separation of Church and State!" Sadly, they have it completely backwards. In this special episode, we dive into the true genesis of that phrase and what our founders meant when they wrote it. It's the exact opposite of how people use it today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

America's economy is in shambles and families across the country are paying the price. The worst part...it didn't have to be this way. This is a self-inflicted wound by our rulers in Washington DC. How could they not have learned from the mistakes of the past? If you're angry and frustrated with our leaders you're not alone. In this episode, we go to Ancient Rome, Emperor Caracalla, and how he created inflation - just like we did - which led to the collapse of the Empire. Plus, we'll find peace from Solomon, and being prepared for the long road. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inflation is raging through the United States and the world right now. It's no joke, says Mike Slater, who provides a very important historical perspective on how inflation helped take down a famous empire. Is the United States going to suffer the same fate? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

There is way too much pride and tribalism ongoing right now in American politics. Mike Slater provides some of the most obvious examples from the past couple years. Mike also has a perspective on how this pride is dangerous and what we should do to overcome it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Parkland FL murderer killed 17 people. A jury recommended life in prison because his mother used drugs when she was pregnant and therefore he can't be fully blamed for what he did. Is that justice? What is Biblical justice in a moment like this? We'll learn from Achan in ancient times, and Josiah Henson in the Civil War about the difference between revenge and retribution. And what does the Bible say about the death penalty. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

People are corrupt and they've always been, says Mike Slater. That's the important perspective to keep in mind when politicians spin lies for their own gain. Follow along with Mike as he explains a recent example of corruption at work, and how the bible refutes all of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Young people are not voting. Politico believes that it's because the government hasn't gotten with the times, but Mike Slater thinks it's a much different reason. Perhaps America's youth is tired of being lied to and is starving for the truth? Mike falls back on the Jeremiah 16:6 and President Calvin Coolidge for perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In response to Vladimir Putin’s recent acts of desperation, President Joe Biden stated that we haven’t been this close to nuclear Armageddon since the Cold War. It’s never a good time when the leader of the free world is talking about End Times. If that makes you anxious, then this is an episode of Politics By Faith you don’t want to miss. We examine the latest in Russia’s war with Ukraine, and search for wisdom, politically and personally, from the ancient city of Laish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

American and biblical history is full of trials and tribulations. Mike Slater argues that those uncomfortable situations are what led to greatness throughout history. Fast-forward to today, where the ruling class has become too comfortable being comfortable. As a result, the United States has a crime crisis on its hands. How is comfort and crime related? And what can you do to overcome it. Those are the answers Mike Slater provides in this edition. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Remember when California was trying to implement high-speed rail? Well, it was an epic failure. Mike Slater explains that it was due to a lack of wisdom in the ruling class. But whether it's California or national politics, the ruling class lacks wisdom across the board. Throughout history, wisdom has been needed to effectively govern. Mike Slater gives that perspective. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Twelve pro-life activists arrested last week…and they weren’t just arrested. Dozens of agents descended on their homes with guns and shields drawn like a hostage situation. Meanwhile, 156 pro-life centers and organizations have been attacked without a single arrest. In this episode of Politics By Faith, we share 3 inspiring examples of "Civil Disobedience" in the Bible, where men and women obey God's law over man's. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Pro-life GA Senate candidate Hershel Walker was accused of paying for an abortion. The make-up of the Senate could be decided by this race. Will this accusation make a difference in the election? More importantly, what does Walker, and all of us, have in common with King Uzziah from 783 BC. Something took him out and his legacy down with it. Let's learn from his mistake! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drug addiction, particularly fentanyl, has been plaguing America for years but has taken more of a fatal toll recently. It doesn’t have to be this way. Mike Slater strikes the root of the drug epidemic and stresses the importance of changing how we respond in times of peril and how to boast in our weakness. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

As Hurricane Ian rages through the southeast portion of the United States, it's important to remember lessons from history. Particularly from Job, Behemoth and Leviathan. The truth revealed by Mike Slater in this podcast is one of the most liberating truths there is, but so few can accept it. If you can accept it, you'll be much better prepared when your hurricane comes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Why is there such a thing as "Drag Queen Story Hour"? Schools are teaching elementary school kids they can switch their sex and children's hospitals are castrating children. What is going on? We've actually been here before. Take a trip from ancient Corinth to Afghanistan, from Nero to Aphrodite, to prove that cultural entropy is real. If you aren't actively building up morality, and protecting your family, it's all degrading...right back to antiquity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Federal Reserve has raised interest rates by 75 basis points again. It's justifiably easy to feel angry amidst the uncertainty, but economic instability is a theme throughout history. The good news is, that we've been here before and will overcome it. It's all just a matter of TIME. Find inspiration through the terms 'Chronos' and 'Kairos' as you discover there is nothing new under the sun. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis sends 48 migrants to Martha’s Vineyard to highlight the left’s immigration hypocrisy. In this episode, we find peace in knowing there have always been mass migrations of people, and we find inspiration in the New Testament's Aquilla and Priscilla, expelled from Rome unjustly yet always following the law. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Every day we seem to wake up to a new chapter of political turmoil that leaves us angry, confused, and more than a little concerned for the future of our country. Politics By Faith with Mike Slater offers a very different analysis to the equation, drawing from faith and the founders for perspective instead of the warring opinions of pundits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices