If you die today, where will your soul go? This one question changed everything for a Hindu man in India. What happened next will challenge everything you think you know about faith, persecution, and the power of love to transform enemies into family.

Christian education goes beyond adding Bible class to regular curriculum—it creates an environment where faith and learning intersect daily. Students experience every subject through a Christ-centered worldview, seeing all truth as God's truth. Teachers serve as role models, demonstrating faith i...

Learn about the Pittsburgh revival story where young Christians are taking worship beyond church walls into public spaces, social media platforms, and everyday life. These faith leaders are breaking down traditional barriers and creating authentic community that reaches people from all background...

Andrew Greer joins Joe Watkins for a conversation on President Jimmy Carter's Sunday School class.

How should we handle ourselves when given the opportunity to speak truth to power? Pastor Daniel Silliman joined Joe Watkins to share about a preacher who faced that challenge.

On this special edition of State of Independence, Joe Watkins is joined by a missionary serving on the front lines in Ukraine.

The war in the middle east has many caught in the crossfire. Joe Watkins introduces us to The Pastor To Gaza, a man who is serving the tiny Christian minority and loving millions of non-Christian neighbors.

What impact can Christian hospitality have one someone's life? Robert William joins Joe Watkins to reflect on the impact 5 decades later.

When the KKK planted a bomb at her family's church, the aftermath of its tragic explosion changed the course of history. On this episode, you'll meet a sister of one of the four little girls who lost their lives that Sunday morning in 1963.

With neighbors around us living with so many unmet needs, how can you decide how and when to pitch in. Ben Zeisloft joins Joe Watkins to share his passion to protect innocent life.

On this episode, we'll meet Tyree Cowan who had an encounter with Jesus Christ which changed his life and transformed his ambitions.

How much history has been forgotten or ignored that tells an integral part of the American story? Dr. Todd Allen discusses his passion for history and his unique way of getting people to see those places. 

Do you ever think about the men and women who are incarcerated? George Benner is working in the prisons of North Carolina to bring the message of Jesus. 

The mission field is a big place, but how do you bring awareness to what missionaries are doing in far away countries? Alex Kocman discusses his role in this digital age.

What does it look like to be a Christian lawyer? Davis Younts, Esq. brings his unique perspective of what it looks like to be the hands and feet of Christ. 

What happens when life is going great and then suddenly, it isn't? Chavah Redmond talks about God's hand in her life and how relying on Him is so important.

Who serves those who serve other people? Dave Wiedis's new book discusses freedom from self sabotage. 

What does it look like to go anywhere God asks you to? John and Kerry Shuey have spent their lives doing just that.

What is it like being a persecuted Christian? Dr. Joel Veldkamp is a voice bringing attention to those who are.

From a party animal to a Pastor, how did God get a hold of Daniel Jung's heart? Watch this episode of State of Independence to hear about God's amazing Love.

Have you ever wondered how an author gets their inspiration? Laura Conaway describes her journey to writing and how God is using her books for his purpose. 

Did you know that more than 1 million young people are walking away from Christianity every year? Dave Coryell is the executive director of an organization dedicated to helping youth grow in their walk with Christ.

Det. J. Warner Wallace really struggled with the truth of the Bible until he began examining it with the skills of a cold case detective. Now he and his son are publishing a graphic novel that examine some of the truth claims that Jesus made.