Politics By Faith w/Mike Slater
The First Digital Inc.
Do you find yourself angry or anxious when watching or listening to the news? If that answer is YES...this is the podcast for YOU. '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. Each episode begins with the top story of the day, then provides a historical and Biblical parallel, and finally a motivating truth to calm your soul. You’ll be amazed at what the Bible and our very own history have to say about where we are today. Enlightening, insightful, and reassuring, and 100% unique – Politics By Faith.
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Nov 18, 2022 • 46min
Trump 2024, "Humble yourself and you will be..."
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
Nov 15, 2022 • 43min
Finding Peace in Life & Politics
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
Nov 10, 2022 • 18min
ELECTION AFTERMATH: God Is In Control
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
Nov 3, 2022 • 15min
ELECTION EDITION: The 3 Biggest Needs For All Americans
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
Nov 3, 2022 • 29min
Why We Must Never Idolize Politics
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
Nov 2, 2022 • 19min
ELECTION EDITION: Pandemic Amnesty
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
Nov 1, 2022 • 14min
ELECTION EDITION: A Lesson On Forgiveness
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
Nov 1, 2022 • 39min
Twitter, Elon and the wrath of the digital Town Square
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
Oct 31, 2022 • 17min
ELECTION EDITION: THE GREAT BIRTH RATE DECLINE
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
Oct 30, 2022 • 54min
Faith Under Attack!
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
