In this powerful episode, Pastor Sam Masteller and Pastor Mykal Smith tackle the growing trend of Third-Way Christianity—the belief that the Church should stay neutral and avoid speaking clearly on cultural and moral issues. Through the examples of Agabus in the Book of Acts and the Men of Issachar in 1 Chronicles, they show that true spiritual leadership never stays silent when truth is on the line.

Together, they unpack why neutrality often leads to compromise, how silence weakens the Church’s witness, and what it means to lead with both conviction and compassion in today’s culture. This is a call to pastors, parents, and believers to discern the times, speak truth in love, and stand firm with courage and clarity.

📖 “Cry aloud; don’t be timid. Tell my people of their sins.” — Isaiah 58:1

➡️ Listen now and be equipped to walk faithfully and speak boldly in a world that desperately needs truth.

Before walking away, learn how to evaluate your church’s voice and leadership in light of Scripture and truth. In this episode, we wrestle with the question many are asking after Charlie Kirk’s death: should I leave my church if it didn’t speak up? We’ll explore what silence can signify, the difference between caution and compromise, and why discernment—not reaction—is key.

In this episode, Pastor Sam Masteller responds to the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk. With grief and hope, he reflects on Charlie’s impact, the rising hostility toward Christians, and the call to stand boldly for truth while loving our enemies.

In today’s culture, disagreement is often labeled as hate—and silence is mistaken for love. In this bold and necessary conversation, Pastor Sam Masteller sits down with Dr. Joe Davis, Ph.D. in Apologetics, to confront the confusion surrounding gender identity, homosexuality, and the Christian response. Together, they explore what the Bible actually says, why it still matters, and how Christians can speak with clarity without compromising compassion.

Dr. Davis shares insights on the danger of letting culture define our reality, the erosion of moral absolutes, and the subtle ways Christians have abandoned truth in the name of empathy. They address worldview shifts and challenge believers to reclaim the high ground of biblical truth and discernment.

Dr. Joe Davis holds a Ph.D. in Apologetics and serves as a respected professor at Southeastern University. With a deep passion for equipping believers to defend their faith in a confused and hostile culture, Dr. Davis specializes in biblical worldview, cultural analysis, and truth-based compassion. His teaching challenges both the mind and the heart—urging the Church to think critically, love courageously, and live faithfully in a world that desperately needs both grace and truth.

In this powerful conversation, Pastor Sam Masteller sits down with Dr. Daniel McNaughton to explore the relevance, beauty, and authority of the Old Testament in today’s world. Dr. McNaughton brings pastoral insight and academic clarity to help listeners understand why the Old Testament is not just a historical artifact but a vital foundation for Christian faith, theology, and identity. They’ll discuss why many modern Christians overlook it, the dangers of “unhitching” from Scripture, and how the Old Testament reveals the character of God and points to Jesus. If you’ve ever wondered how to love and live out the whole Bible, this episode is for you.

Daniel McNaughton completed his PhD in Old Testament at Univ. of St. Michael’s College at the University of Toronto. He has served as Professor of Old Testament and Spiritual Formation at Southeastern University, Lakeland, FL, since 2016. Before that he served for over 30 years in various pastoral and teaching roles in the Northeast. He was the founder and lead pastor at Connection Church in Pottstown, PA, where he served for six years. He is co-author of Learning to Follow Jesus and The Spiritual Coaching Toolkit. He is an ordained minister of the Assemblies of God and has been married to his wife, Amy, since 1982.

Chip & Joanna Gaines recently featured a same-sex couple with children on their Magnolia show—and Christians are applauding. But here’s the question no one’s asking: What happens when those called to uphold biblical truth begin celebrating what God calls sin?

In this episode of Courage Over Cowardice, Pastor Sam Masteller unpacks why this conversation matters—not just for one moment or message, but for the health of the church, the strength of the family, and the direction of our future. This isn’t about stirring up outrage; it’s about bringing clarity to a confused culture. Truth is not hateful—but remaining silent in the face of deception can be. The line is being redrawn in today’s world, and the question is: where will you stand?

Is Israel just another country on the map—or is it a miracle in motion? In this episode, Pastor Sam Masteller offers insight to the most common questions and conspiracy theories surrounding the Jewish people and the modern state of Israel.

Have you ever wondered?

• Why is Israel a hot topic?

• Did the Church replace Israel in God’s redemptive plan?

• Are today’s Jewish people really Abraham’s descendants—or is that just a myth?

• Did Jesus permanently take the Kingdom from Israel?

• Why does Jerusalem matter so much in the End Times?

• Are the Jews still God’s chosen people?

In a time of rising antisemitism, historical revision, and theological confusion, discover what Scripture really says and how the Jewish people remain central to God’s plan for the future.

In this episode of the Courage Over Cowardice Podcast, we confront the cultural chaos surrounding illegal immigration and the growing movement behind protests like the “No Kings” rally. But this isn’t just about policy—it’s about ideology, theology, and spiritual clarity.We expose the dangerous roots of this movement—Critical Theory and cultural Marxism—and explain how they’ve infiltrated our institutions by disguising themselves as compassion and justice.You’ll discover:

• Why America and the Bible support legal immigration—but never lawlessness

• What Scripture says about nations, borders, and authority (Romans 13, Acts 17)

• How Marxist ideology is fueling division under the banner of activism

• How to stand firm in biblical truth with clarity, conviction, and courageThis episode equips believers to respond with love and boldness—without falling for the lies of the age. In a world that says “No Kings,” we declare: Jesus is King.

It’s time to reject passivity, resist deception, and live with courage over cowardice

Is believing in biblical values and loving your country really dangerous? Or is it a faithful expression of biblical citizenship?

In this episode, we expose the myth of Christian Nationalism, unpack its misuse in public discourse, and offer a bold yet biblical path forward. You’ll learn the difference between true faithfulness and false accusations—and why silence is not the answer.