State of Independence
Each week on State of Independence, White House veteran, Joe Watkins, offers conversation that’s conservative, Christian, and driven by kindness.
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God’s Double Agent
What if the thing standing between you and a deeper faith is not a lack of belief, but too much comfort? Dr. Bob Fu was imprisoned for sharing the Gospel in China, and instead of being broken, he started a prison choir and led every fellow prisoner to hear about Jesus. The persecuted church in Ch...
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King And Country: Finding God in the UK
Church attendance in Britain has dropped from 90% to barely 15%. But something unexpected is happening among the next generation. What if the collapse of cultural Christianity is actually making room for something more real? Genuine faith, the kind that costs something and changes everything, is ...
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Cage Matches With God
Jeff Martin did not find Jesus in a quiet moment. He found Him in the middle of the storm. Are you still looking at the waves instead of at the One who can calm them? Hear how one man went from the darkest night of his life to building a movement that is reaching people the church never could.
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Serving Changes Everything
At every funeral he has ever preached, Dr. Cameron Garvin says he has never once mentioned what someone drove, where they lived, or what they owned. What people remember is whether you were kind. Whether you showed up. Whether you helped someone who had nothing to offer you in return. What would ...
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In God I Trust: A General's Motto
We make 30,000 decisions daily. What if they all started with God? Brigadier General Tykert learned this lesson as an F-22 pilot when his faith was tested during a career-threatening attack. His response? Pray for his enemies and trust God with the results. Is God dead? Sojourner Truth's powerful...
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Changing Lives: One Sole at a Time
What if God spoke to you through a shoe size? When Tad and Kit stopped to help a homeless man, they had no idea what size shoes to buy. Then Tad heard a clear voice say "nine and a half" - and everything changed. That one moment of obedience sparked a ministry that has now served thousands. Somet...
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The Real Deal on Addiction, Incarceration, and Hope
From sleeping in parks at 15 to earning a doctorate - Dr. Salita Simmons proves that God wastes nothing. What painful experience in your life might actually be preparation for your greatest purpose?
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Restoring Faith, Freedom and Family
With marriage rates at historic lows and 15% of young men having no friends, we're facing a relationship crisis that politics can't fix. But there's hope: throughout history, great leaders have risen from broken circumstances through the power of mentorship. The question isn't whether someone els...
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Faith, Trauma, and Resilient Neighborhoods
What if the solution to community violence isn't more policing or programs, but something much simpler yet more profound? One Pittsburgh neighborhood hasn't had a single murder in 5 years after discovering this powerful truth. Could love really be the key to transforming our most hurting communit...
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Global Persecution: Fanning Faith’s Flames
When Jesus is all you have, is He enough? Christians in Iran, China, and North Korea risk everything for their faith—yet their churches are growing faster than ever. What does the persecuted church know about authentic faith that we've forgotten?
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Making People Your Purpose
What if the real return on investment isn't found in what you build, but in who you invest in? A Wall Street businessman discovered that being seduced by money and prestige left him feeling empty - until his grandmother's wisdom changed everything.
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Stories From Behind the Veil: The Church in Iran
The Iranian church is one of the fastest growing in the world, thriving in complete secrecy under severe persecution. Their authentic faith is transforming an entire nation from the inside out.
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A Cuban Family's Faith Journey
What happens when Christians are forced to keep their faith within church walls? Cuba's believers have lived this reality for over 60 years. Their story of survival under communist oppression reveals powerful truths about the resilience of faith and the true cost of religious freedom. How would y...
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A Story of Divine Detours
What happens when months of desperate prayer seem to go unanswered and life explodes in an instant? Navy veteran Austin Qualls discovered his partner's betrayal and responded with violence that cost him everything. But behind bars, he learned that a shepherd's crook isn't for beating sheep—it's f...
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Faith Over Fear: A School Attack Survivor's Story
A school principal's split-second decision to follow an inner voice saved countless lives during a machete attack. But her most powerful choice came 8 years later when she decided to forgive her attacker. What would you do if faced with unimaginable evil?
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Unlikely Good: A Pastor's Story
A small Pennsylvania city with big problems discovered something amazing. What changed? People chose to stay instead of leave. They practiced incarnational love and refused to give up on their neighbors. What would happen if you stopped waiting for someone else to fix your community and started s...
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Finding God In Hollywood
How does a Christian actor stay grounded while pursuing success in Hollywood? Randy McDowell shares the surprising challenges of maintaining faith in entertainment.
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Lessons from the Inside
What's the difference between serving others and serving your ego? The answer might surprise you. True leadership isn't about the portrait on the wall or the title you hold - it's about the individual lives you touch along the way. Are you motivated by recognition and power, or by genuine love fo...
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Faith in the Fire
While persecution intensifies across Latin America, evangelical churches are experiencing explosive growth. How is God using persecution to grow His church? What can we learn from believers who risk everything for their faith?
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Statesmanship VS. Politics
Christians in politics face the challenge of balancing their faith with public service. The key is understanding biblical authority, where God sits at the top, followed by family, church, and civil government. When taking an oath of office, Christians make a sacred commitment before God, not just...
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Scandal and Accountability
Why do respected Christian leaders fall into scandal, and how can we prevent it? The warning signs might surprise you. Is restoration possible after a fall? The answer will give you hope.
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Jesus Outside The Lines
Christians today face the challenge of navigating an increasingly polarized political landscape while maintaining their faith identity. Many believers have reversed their priorities, identifying first by party labels and second as Christians, allowing political views to filter through their faith...
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The Global State Of Religious Freedom
Did you know Christianity is growing fastest in the two most persecuted nations on earth? What does this teach us about faith under fire? How should we respond to our suffering brothers and sisters worldwide?