Lighthouse Faith

Eric Metaxas on America’s Evangelical Revolution

Twenty years before 1776, American exceptionalism began with a colonial population that read the Bible and understood their rights came from God, not King George III. Author Eric Metaxas calls this spiritual awakening the "Revolution before the Revolution." On this episode of Lighthouse Faith, Metaxas discusses his new book, Revolution: The Birth of the Greatest Nation in the History of the World. He explores how this biblical worldview laid America's foundation and why Britain failed to see it coming. Plus, he critiques the rise of American socialism and NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Quest for a Christian Revival in Iran

True peace with Iran may not come from diplomacy, but from a spiritual transformation. On this episode of the Lighthouse Faith podcast, Dr. Hormoz Shariat, founder of Iran Alive Ministries, discusses the biblical prophecy that God will "set [His] throne in Elam," an area entirely within modern-day Iran. Dr. Shariat shares his profound personal journey: once a young student shouting "Death to America" during the Islamic Revolution, he later converted to Christianity while studying in the U.S. After his brother was arrested and executed by the Iranian regime, Dr. Shariat channeled his grief and newfound faith into a lifelong mission to spread the Gospel to the Iranian people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Unleash Jesus's Explosive Joy for an Extraordinary Life

Musician and Pastor Tauren Wells has a passion for teaching people about the joys of knowing and serving Jesus Christ. Once known as part of the praise team for Pastor Joel Osteen at Lakewood Church in Houston, Wells now co-pastors his own ministry, Church of Whitestone in Austin, Texas, with his wife, Lorna. On this encore episode of Lighthouse Faith, Pastor Wells shares how his book, "Joy Bomb: Unleash Jesus's Explosive Joy for an Extraordinary Life," is a testament to "God's unchanging character and boundless love for us." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Built on Faith: America's 250-Year Journey

As America celebrates its 250th year, Lauren takes a look back at a classic episode of the Lighthouse Faith podcast with prolific author and pastor, Robert J. Morgan. In 2020, Pastor Morgan published the timeless book, 100 Bible Verses That Made America, which serves as a powerful reminder that the Bible is woven in and through America's conception, birth, and journey. The history spans centuries, starting in the 1500s with the arrival of Spanish missionaries to the New World. Among them was Antonio de Montesinos, who boldly quoted Matthew 3:3 to those treating native inhabitants cruelly, asserting that they, too, were made in God’s image. Pastor Morgan also reminds us in the prologue that America’s first president, George Washington, kissed the sacred Scriptures at his inauguration. Between these two monumental moments are 98 more defining chapters in American history where the Bible was invoked as a source of strength, compassion, mercy, and light. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Providence Forum: Proclaiming America's Greatness

Executive Director of the Providence Forum, Dr. Jerry Newcombe, says America is at a crossroads and wants to encourage Americans to unleash their inner patriot. He believes it's time for us to learn the basics of what made America great: a foundational belief in God. As written in the Declaration of Independence, we are "endowed by our Creator..."   On this episode of the Lighthouse Faith podcast, Dr. Newcombe gives a spirited interview, pushing back against the forces trying to dismantle American values. The Providence Forum exists to "preserve, defend and advance the Judeo-Christian values of our nation's founding." Leading up to America's 250th birthday, Dr. Newcombe is here to remind all of us exactly where our thanks is due. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices