God, Country & the American Story With Billy Hallowell
Washington Times / Billy Hallowell
"God, Country & the American Story" is a groundbreaking new podcast from The Washington Times that explores the powerful role the Christian faith has had in the lives of America’s leaders, from the founders to the movers and shakers of today.
Veteran journalist and author Billy Hallowell sits down with lawmakers, high-ranking officials, business titans, historians, faith leaders, and cultural influencers to examine how belief in God has guided the nation’s most powerful leaders and pivotal moments - and continues to fuel the American experiment.
This series honors America’s spiritual heritage while tackling today’s most pressing questions: How has faith shaped the nation? What role does it play in the lives of public officials? And what does the future hold for faith and freedom in America?
As the country prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, join us for thought-provoking conversations that uncover the soul of a nation—rooted in God and destined for greatness.
Veteran journalist and author Billy Hallowell sits down with lawmakers, high-ranking officials, business titans, historians, faith leaders, and cultural influencers to examine how belief in God has guided the nation’s most powerful leaders and pivotal moments - and continues to fuel the American experiment.
This series honors America’s spiritual heritage while tackling today’s most pressing questions: How has faith shaped the nation? What role does it play in the lives of public officials? And what does the future hold for faith and freedom in America?
As the country prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, join us for thought-provoking conversations that uncover the soul of a nation—rooted in God and destined for greatness.
Episodes
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Feb 13, 2020 • 5min
James 5: A Major Warning — and a Powerful Prayer Proclamation
James 5 is filled with important truths that call us to feel convicted and empowered. James Chapter 5 opens with a rebuke of wealthy people who have essentially stolen wages and mistreated workers. But there are also some inspirational aspects as well surrounding prayer. There's a lot to unpack, so let's dive right in!
Jan 21, 2020 • 6min
What Does the Bible Really Mean When It Says 'Love Not the World'?
Jesus tells us to love God and love others, but what does the Bible mean when it tells us to "love not the world?" And what does James 4 (NIV) mean when it tells us, "Anyone who chooses to be a friend of the world becomes an enemy of God?" Let's dive deep into these truths.
Jan 17, 2020 • 6min
'A World of Evil': This Can Set the Whole Course of Your Life on Fire
What you say matters. Here's why.
Jan 10, 2020 • 7min
Is Believing in 'God' Enough? The Convicting, Biblical Reality
Is believing in God enough? Let's dive into the discussion and see what James 2 has to tell us. It's a convicting yet powerful message.
Jan 3, 2020 • 6min
James 1: Inside Incredibly Powerful Lessons Packed Into Just a Few Verses
Dive into James 1 for some of the most powerful lessons imaginable — important and timeless truths that can set your life on course for success.
Nov 12, 2019 • 6min
Francis Chan and the Convicting, Pre-Christmas Message We All Need
Francis Chan just announced that he and his family are leaving the U.S. to be missionaries abroad. The story is amazing -- but there's a powerful lesson (and conviction) there for us all.
Sep 30, 2019 • 4min
Refusing to Forgive Could Destroy You — Here's Why
Forgiveness is hard — sometimes it's very hard. But what if everything you think you know about forgiveness is wrong? What if your failure or refusal to forgive could actually end up destroying you? Let's dive in.
Sep 25, 2019 • 5min
'Lying Lips' and the Truth — What's Your Struggle?
Proverbs 12 doles out some powerful truths about what comes out of our mouths — and why it truly matters.
Sep 24, 2019 • 5min
Hollywood, Fame & the Poor: Some of the Most Convicting Bible Verses You'll Hear Today
Do you show favoritism? Do you treat the wealthy better than the poor? The Bible has some pretty convicting things to say about how we treat others. Here are some powerful lessons we all must keep in mind.
Sep 23, 2019 • 4min
Should We Really 'Fear' God?
Some might look upon the idea of "fearing the Lord" as a bad thing, but most of us — if we're being honest — will admit that we have had healthy fears of our parents and other authority figures throughout our lives. If the Creator of the very air we breath and the bodies we inhabit has specific standards and truths, we would be operating in great error to ignore that wisdom.
