EPISODE 0254 | Breaking Generational Patterns in Marriage
Pastor Nate and Pastor Daniel return with a special Q&A episode, tackling real questions from real couples—many submitted during Vintage Church’s recent Strong Marriage Conference. From breaking generational cycles to identifying early signs of spiritual drift, this episode dives deep into the struggles modern marriages face and how God’s Word offers a way forward.
Whether you're newly married, in a blended family, or trying to lead when your spouse isn’t on the same page, this is a practical and hope-filled conversation for every season.
EPISODE 0253 | Culture Review: Venezuala, Minnesota Fraud, and the Rise of Socialism
In the first Culture Review episode of the year, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Daniel cover five jaw-dropping headlines that hit over the holidays—from the Venezuela raid to massive daycare fraud, a collectivist NYC mayor, and hopeful signs of revival at AmericaFest.
With political tension high, spiritual compromise rampant, and global powers shifting, how should Christians respond? This episode offers a clear biblical lens to view the week’s biggest stories and a reminder that truth is not just political—it’s spiritual.
EPISODE 0252 | Marriage Q&A Part 3: Divorce, Forgiveness, and Boundaries
This episode tackles some of the most raw and real questions submitted during the Strong Marriage Conference. Pastors Stephen and Nate go straight into the deep end—offering honest, biblical answers on sex, submission, spiritual authority, parenting in blended families, and what to do when your spouse doesn’t share your faith. You’ll hear personal stories, strong theology, and no-holds-barred advice for the modern Christian marriage.
EPISODE 0251 | Marriage Q&A Part 2: Remarriage, IVF, Divorce & Blended Families
Pastors Stephen and Nate answer heartfelt and complex questions from couples attending the Strong Marriage Conference. With wisdom, clarity, and vulnerability, they unpack the biblical perspective on remarriage, IVF, no-fault divorce, coaching other couples, adoption, and spiritual authority within marriage. Whether you’re navigating blended families or supporting someone who is, this episode is packed with biblical truth and practical guidance.
EPISODE 0250 | Divorce, Blended Families and Remarriage Q&A
In this live Q&A episode from the Strong Marriage Conference, Pastor Nate and Ashley Brown sit down with others to tackle the real questions that emerge when families face divorce, remarriage, and restoration. From raising kids in blended homes to handling forgiveness, co-parenting tensions, and spiritual authority in the home—this conversation offers practical wisdom rooted in Scripture and personal experience.
If you’re navigating a complex family structure or know someone who is, this episode is packed with biblical truth, hard-won lessons, and grace-filled encouragement.
EPISODE 0249 | Divorce, Remarriage, and Finding Restoration
In this unflinching and deeply personal session, Pastor Nate tackles one of the most difficult and often avoided topics in the Church—divorce and remarriage—not just as a pastor, but as someone who has walked through it. With biblical clarity, vulnerability, and conviction, he breaks down what Scripture really says about marriage, covenant, failure, and redemption.
From covenantal theology to blended families, this message isn’t about shame—it’s about truth, grace, and what’s next when your story hasn’t gone as planned.
EPISODE 0248 | God-First Relationships: The Missing Ingredient for Lasting Love
In this powerful closing session of the Strong Marriage Conference, Pastor Lee delivers one of the most practical, vulnerable, and hilarious talks yet—equipping couples to take their marriages off autopilot and into a life of purpose, passion, and partnership. Through real stories, biblical wisdom, and a healthy dose of laughter, he shows how intentionality can restore connection, rekindle love, and rewrite the future of your relationship.
Whether you're newlyweds or decades in, this is the marriage reset you didn’t know you needed.
EPISODE 0247 | God-First Relationships: The Missing Ingredient for Lasting Love
In this energetic and heartfelt message, Pastor Lee shares biblical truth, personal stories, and some unexpected wisdom from the animal kingdom—all to challenge us to put God first in every relationship. Whether you’re single, dating, married, or somewhere in between, this episode delivers practical wisdom on how to stop running relationships on autopilot and start living them under the leadership of the Holy Spirit.
From penguins and seahorses to Wi-Fi signals and washing dishes, you’ll laugh, be convicted, and walk away with real tools to build stronger, healthier, and more God-centered connections.
EPISODE 0246 | The History of Christmas and Why December 25th Matters
In this special Christmas Eve message, Pastor Nate invites listeners to slow down and truly reflect on the meaning of Christmas—not just as a holiday, but as a historic, theological, and deeply personal moment in time. Tracing the origins of Christmas through Scripture and early church history, he unpacks how the Incarnation—God becoming man—was never rooted in myth or paganism, but in verifiable truth and radical love. You’ll hear how shepherds became the first evangelists, why December 25th actually makes sense, and how Saint Nicholas’ legacy points to the generosity of Christ.
Most importantly, Pastor Nate challenges each of us to pass down the real story of Christmas—to our children, our churches, and the next generation.
Whether you’re newly married or decades in, this is a masterclass in communication, mutual respect, and spiritual unity.
EPISODE 0245 | The Naked Truth: 36 Years of Marriage Unscripted
In this candid, unscripted session, Pastors P. Lee and Tonya open up about marriage, ministry, sex, and everything in between. With humor, vulnerability, and decades of hard-earned wisdom, they take turns answering real questions—without preparation or filters—about what makes their marriage thrive and where they still need growth. From love languages to empty nesting to navigating ministry as a couple, this episode is full of laughter, honesty, and practical encouragement for couples at any stage of the journey.
Whether you’re newly married or decades in, this is a masterclass in communication, mutual respect, and spiritual unity.
EPISODE 0244 | The Power of Your Words: James 3 with Pastor Whit George
In this message, guest speaker Pastor Whit George unpacks the surprising centrality of our words in the process of becoming more like Christ. Drawing from James 3, Pastor Whit shows that spiritual maturity isn’t just about how much we know—it’s about how well we control our tongue. With humor, clarity, and a deep love for the local church, he challenges us to examine the way we speak to our spouses, our coworkers, our kids—and even strangers in traffic.
EPISODE 0243 | Strong Marriage Part 2: We Had A Fight
Marriage isn't about avoiding conflict—it's about learning how to handle it in a God-honoring way. In this episode, Pastors Lee and Tonya Wilson pull back the curtain on their own marriage, sharing real stories and practical wisdom on how to fight fair, fight with faith, and fight toward forgiveness. Whether you're newly married or have decades together, this conversation will help you stop keeping score and start building unity that lasts.
EPISODE 0242 | Strong Marriage Part 1: I Do, I Did, Now What?
Saying “I do” is just the beginning. In this powerful and humorous message from Pastors Lee and Tanya Wilson, couples are challenged to revisit what their marriage is truly built on. Through personal stories, biblical truth, and practical wisdom, this session explores how to move beyond unrealistic expectations and into a lasting, God-centered covenant. Whether you’ve been married for thirty days or thirty years, this message will equip you to build your relationship with wisdom, humility, and the presence of God at the center.
EPISODE 0241 | Biblical Joy vs Worldly Happiness
As we enter the Advent season, Pastor Daniel unpacks what Scripture says about joy—what it is, what it isn’t, and how believers can walk in lasting joy no matter their circumstances. From the manger in Bethlehem to the cross at Calvary, the birth, life, and resurrection of Jesus offer a joy that can’t be shaken by the trials of this world. In this message, you’ll discover the difference between joy and happiness, learn what can kill your joy, and find out how to build a life rooted in the presence and promises of God.
EPISODE 0240 | Israel Trip Recap: Walking Where Jesus Walked
Fresh off a life-changing trip to Israel, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate share personal stories, historical insights, and biblical reflections from the Holy Land. From standing on Mount Carmel and the Mount of Beatitudes to praying at the Western Wall, they recount powerful moments that brought Scripture to life and deepened their love for the Jewish people. This episode unpacks why Israel is not just a backdrop to the Bible—it’s the stage of past prophecy, present miracles, and future fulfillment.
EPISODE 0239 | Understanding the Israel-Palestine Conflict
In this episode, Pastor Nate sits down in Jerusalem with Israeli guide and historian Ronnie Simon to unpack the truth behind the Israel-Gaza conflict. Together, they explore the roots of modern anti-Semitism, the tactics of Hamas, and the dangerous media narratives shaping global opinion. Ronnie offers historical context and firsthand insight into how Israel defends itself, why the world misrepresents it, and how Christians can respond with wisdom and conviction.
EPISODE 0238 | Islam, Immigration, and the Fight for Western Civilization
In this Friday culture review, Pastor Nate and Pastor Daniel respond to recent news stories that reveal the dangerous effects of unchecked immigration, radical Islam, and weak leadership in the West. From the tragic Thanksgiving shooting in D.C. to Minnesota's shocking ties to Somali terror funding, they expose how anti-American ideologies are gaining ground—not just through violence, but through influence, politics, and policy. They also cover the spiritual roots of mental health, the biblical foundation of Thanksgiving, and why the West must be re-Christianized if it hopes to survive.
EPISODE 0237 | Church Leadership Q&A: Attendance, Pastoral Failure and the Call to Ministry
In this episode, Pastors Stephen and Nate tackle a fresh batch of listener questions centered on church leadership, culture, accountability, and calling. From why physical church attendance still matters in a digital world to how we should respond when pastors fail, this candid conversation goes beyond surface-level answers and dives into the heart of God’s design for His people. They talk about the tension between grace and truth, why we must beware of failure culture, and what it really means to be called to ministry. Whether you’re a young leader, a seasoned pastor, or a believer trying to stay faithful in a messy world, this episode will equip you to think biblically and lead humbly—starting with your own life.
EPISODE 0236 | Understanding the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict: A Historical Deep Dive
In this episode, Pastor Nate sits down in Jerusalem with Israeli historian and tour guide Ronnie Simon for an eye-opening continuation of their conversation on the modern history of Israel. Picking up after the 1967 Six-Day War, they walk through the origins of the PLO, the global rise of terrorism, the 1972 Munich massacre, and the complicated peace processes of the 1990s and 2000s. Ronnie exposes the stark reality of life in the Middle East and the long road to October 7. From unfiltered historical truth to personal reflections on war, peace, and faith, this episode gives listeners a powerful insider perspective you won’t hear anywhere else.
EPISODE 0235 | Globalism, Islam, and the Future of American Culture
From abortion and immigration to Islamic expansion and biblical family values, Pastor Daniel and Elyot unpack what’s happening in the headlines—and in your social media feed—through the lens of Scripture. In this episode, they explore how ideologies like climate activism, feminism, and Islam are impacting national conversations and what it means for believers to respond boldly and biblically. They also share an uplifting vision for marriage, legacy, and the restoration of masculinity in America.