Do you want to share your faith in Christ, but have a lot of fear doing it? Our guest, Dr. Mark Farnham, joins Joe to discuss how you can do it.

The homeless have always existed, but how often do we think of them as a "problem" instead of human beings created in the image of God? Our guest, Adam Bruckner, discusses who the homeless really are and how we can help them. 

Does it ever feel like God wants you to do something, but you have no idea what? Our guest, Dr Miles Hodges, shares his story. 

Have you ever wondered if God can really forgive you and wash you white as snow? Our guest, Pastor Tim Baldwin, describes his life growing up where he ran away from God in every way. 

Who was Willian Penn and how was the state of Pennsylvania founded? Our guest, Dr. Abby Abildness, who has recently helped produce a documentary on the life of Penn, joins us to discuss his life.

How do you go into politics as a Christian, retaining your humility as well as finding common ground with someone considered your political enemy? Join us to hear from Representative Elect, Scott Barger, how God has molded and changed him for such a time as this.

The news is constantly bombarding us from every angle, but how do you discern truth from lies? Join us as our producer of State of Independence, Jeff Coleman, discusses these issues and asks this important question of the news, "Why am I being told this information?"

What is the proof that the Bible is true? What test shows that it really is the word of God? Detective J. Warner Wallace is a cold case detective and when he decided that he wanted to determine whether or not the bible was true, he used those same skills to determine the truth. Join us as we disc...

Do you find that the morning news depresses you? Jeff Coleman talks to Joe Watkins about a new daily morning show coming to Lighthouse TV that is designed to bring you encouragement and hope as you start the day.

What would happen if you fully surrender to God, quit your job, sold everything, and moved to Africa? Our guest, Don Larson did just that. Join us for this episode of State of Independence to hear what God can do.

Are the problems we have in today's culture really that different from any time in history? Dan Spanger, PhD joins Joe Watkins for a conversation.

How do you forgive someone who has deeply wronged and hurt you in a relationship? Counselor Jessica Meade joins our host for a conversation.

How does God take someone from nearly dying while escaping communist Cambodia to working for the President of the United States? Join us today as our host discusses with our guest, Ambassador Sichan Siv, the power of God in his life.

John Wanamaker has had a huge impact on the way we shop and the quality standards we now come to expect. Jeff Coleman and Joe Watkins discuss his life and who John Wanamaker looked to for guidance and business morals.

Original Airdate : 6/14/2024

How can grandparents pray for their grandchildren? How can they get to know them and encourage them to know God? Rev. Robert Reid joins our host as they discuss young people and the distractions they face in this age of devices.

Original Airdate : 5/31/2024

Does prayer really affect anything? Guest Roberto Albino joins Joe for a conversation.

Original Airdate : 5/24/ 2024

Stress seems to be a constant in our busy lives. Join Former Congressman Tim Murphy and our host as they discuss the importance of rest.

Original Airdate : 5/17/24

Did you know that your children can learn about the Bible during school hours? Kori Pennypacker, executive director at Bible2school, shows how children can learn about God while still in the public school.

Original Airdate - 3/22/24

Why would a nurse leave a six figure income to go on the mission field? Join us as Fredrick Kearney describes his call into missions and what God has done in Ghana.

Original Airdate: 3/15/24

Ria Whitaker, founder of Turning Point Philadelphia, details God calling her to ministry and how she recklessly acted on that calling to His glory.

Original Airdate – 3/8/24

Former Philadelphia City Council Member Hon. David Oh discusses running for Mayor of Philadelphia and details how his faith has guided him through political success and failure.

Original Airdate: March 1, 2024

Attorney Matthew Martens discusses his recent book, Reforming Criminal Justice: A Christian Proposal, and shares what the Bible says about criminal justice.

Original Airdate: February 23, 2024

Chen Abrahms Kotler details her experience during the October 7th attack on Israel and what life is like today in her homeland.

Original airdate: February 16th, 2024