Watchman on the Wall

Historian Bill Federer visits again with Watchman on the Wall to inspire us with more Miracles in American History, Amazing Stories of Answered Prayer. Dr. Federer begins this episode by turning the spotlight on the God-honoring American military leaders in World War II, such as Eisenhower, Patton, and MacArthur, as well as the now-famous D-Day Prayer from President FDR. Once again, America was blessed with victory. Dr. Federer closes the program with an eye to the skies with stories of astronauts' unique perspectives on the God of the universe – and the historian's own insights into an infinite God who loves His finite creations so much that He gave them the free will to choose whether they will love Him or themselves for eternity.

Historian Bill Federer takes us on a journey through time back to the story of how In God We Trust came to be used as America's motto, commemorated on stamps and inscribed on legal tender and buildings in the U.S. Other historical travels in this Watchman on the Wall program confirm the importance of prayer in the life of America. the beautiful – from the Civil War and trenches of World War I, to the cholera epidemic that had spread from Europe to America, killing tens of millions... until U.S. President Zachary Taylor declared a Day of Public Humiliation, Prayer and Fasting. And no one will want to miss Dr. Federer's retelling of Sgt. Alvin York's miraculous "turkey hunt" with the Germans, single-handedly killing 28 and taking 132 captive using just his rearing and Bible "larnin'."                 

Join Southwest Radio and Watchman on the Wall with Jon Ruetz as he talks about this CD by John Wayne.  His patriotic spirit will be stirred when you hear the Duke recite these poems about America. John Wayne reads Mitchum’s poetry with backing from an orchestra and choir. Wayne added that he hoped the album would cause “a little bit of rapport between everybody in our country.”

Dr. Federer concludes by moving forward to the fight for independence in Philadelphia and the Continental Congress – and the faith of our founding fathers, including numerous instances of faithful direction and publications from Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Jefferson, and others seeking political and religious freedom from King George and "Mother" England. In this part 2 program, we talk about more wars were to come, more prayers were prayed, Dr. Federer reveals, with president after president calling for days of prayer and fasting when battles, like the Battle of Lake Erie, looked like they would be lost. 

The American soldiers and the general (George Washington) of the American Revolution were also Christian, praying people, Dr. Federer reminds us. And men were not the only people on the battlefield. Dr. Federer notes that 500 American women died on the battlefield for our freedom from England, including "Molly Pitcher," who not only gave water to the soldiers but also took her husband’s place at the cannon when he was felled. God was on the side of the Americans, as prayer after prayer was answered and impossible battles won.

Join Southwest Radio and Watchman on the Walls host Larry Spargimino with Scott Eash for part 2. One of the most remarkable events in Washington's life that showed the virtue of his character? Most historians agree that when Washington resigned from the military and went home to farming. He was very popular with the general population and the military. A man of lesser character would have pronounced himself king and would have become one more tyrant. Washington had a number of between-the-eyes aphorisms. One showed Washington's belief in the importance of leadership. "A pack of jackasses led by a lion is superior to a pack of lions led by a jackass."

Join Southwest Radio and Watchman on the Walls host Larry Spargimino with Scott Eash as they discuss whether it is true that Washington stopped taking communion later in life. Scott said yes, but it was temporary. Washington was a member of the Church of England (Anglican/Episcopalian), and the Head of the Church of England was King George--Washington's adversary. As a devout Christian, it took him time to process that.

Recent reports reveal that central bank digital currencies are advancing rapidly worldwide. How does this fit into the biblical end-times scenario? One Australian state issued guidance for how parents should (and shouldn't) pray for their kids. Where will this woke madness lead? A new survey shows American adults are moving away from biblical values. Josh Davis details these stories with biblical commentary on today's edition of Headlines from the End Times.                       

Join Micah Van Huss and Mac Dominick for part 2 of The Unseen Realm, by Michael Heiser, as he unveils the supernatural worldview of the Bible. They talk about snakes, giants, the heavenly council, and imprisoned spirits. Your Bible is filled with strange things, but what do they mean, and why do they matter?  Heiser shows how understanding the Bible’s ancient context reveals surprises hiding in plain sight. By reading the Bible with the mindset of an ancient Israelite, you will learn new things about God, yourself, and the world. You may never read your Bible the same way again. 

Join Micah Van Huss and Mac Dominick as they talk about snakes, giants, the heavenly council, and imprisoned spirits. Your Bible is filled with strange things, but what do they mean, and why do they matter? In The Unseen Realm, Michael Heiser unveils the supernatural worldview of the Bible. Heiser shows how understanding the Bible’s ancient context reveals surprises hiding in plain sight. By reading the Bible with the mindset of an ancient Israelite, you will learn new things about God, yourself, and the world. You may never read your Bible the same way again.