
EPISODE 0129 | Woke Mirage: Black Lives Matter
The phrase “black lives matter” is true—but what happens when a true statement becomes the cover for a spiritual deception? In this episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate unpack the difference between the statement and the movement, revealing how unbiblical ideologies can infiltrate the Church under the banner of justice. From personal stories to biblical clarity, they expose the spiritual warfare behind cultural slogans and remind believers why our convictions must be rooted in God’s Word—not emotional manipulation or social pressure.

EPISODE 0128 | Woke Mirage: Don't Be A Racist
In a world where the definition of racism keeps changing, Pastor Nate shares his personal journey of being pulled into performative anti-racism and the exhausting demands of an ever-shifting ideology. What began with a genuine desire to love others turned into a pursuit of approval from a cultural narrative rooted in guilt and compliance. In this episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate unpack how true unity isn’t found in appeasing culture but in anchoring identity and justice in the unchanging truth of Scripture.

EPISODE 0127 | how to win the culture war
Churches must rise with clarity, courage, and conviction to meet the challenges of today’s culture. In this episode, Pastor Stephen joins Pastor Doug and Rabbi Pesach on their podcast to discuss the role of the Church in shaping families, discipling believers, and reclaiming education. Pastor Stephen shares how building a classical Christian school and preaching the whole counsel of God has helped their church grow stronger, not safer. It’s a call to stand shoulder to shoulder for truth, family, and the next generation.

EPISODE 0126 | Woke Mirage: What About My Whiteness?
Cultural narratives are redefining identity through the lens of race, but Scripture calls us to view ourselves through the truth of God’s Word. In this episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nate address the concept of "whiteness" as a social construct and the dangers of allowing ideologies like Critical Race Theory (CRT) to distort biblical truth. They explore how redefining morality, justice, and identity apart from Christ leads to division and confusion, and why anchoring our understanding in Scripture is essential to staying grounded in God’s truth.

EPISODE 0125 | Woke Mirage: Story Time – Learning to Listen, Learning to Care
Personal stories have the power to shape perspectives, but when unchecked by biblical truth, they can lead to distorted views of justice and identity. In this episode, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nathan discuss how Pastor Nate’s compassion for a father’s heartbreaking experience shifted his perspective and led him into the world of wokeness. They explore the dangers of elevating personal narratives above God’s truth, how empathy can drift from biblical compassion, and why anchoring our understanding of justice in Scripture is essential for staying rooted in the gospel.

EPISODE 0123 | Woke Mirage: Diversity Matters
Diversity is a beautiful part of God’s creation—but when it becomes the main focus of ministry, it can turn from a blessing into a burden. In this episode, Pastors Stephen and Nathan dive into the heart of what true diversity means, exposing how modern church culture can turn diversity into an idol rather than a reflection of God’s design. Through Scripture and personal experience, they show how unity in Christ—not uniformity in appearance—is the strength of the Church. Diversity should be the result of gospel-centered outreach, not the target.

EPISODE 0122 | Woke Mirage: Love Jesus, Love People
The journey away from biblical truth rarely starts with rebellion—it starts with love misapplied. In this powerful opening to The Woke Mirage series, Pastor Stephen and Pastor Nathan Brown unpack Nathan’s personal story of drifting into wokeness and the grace-filled journey back to God's Word. Through candid conversation and biblical clarity, they expose how the enemy distorts truth under the guise of compassion, and how only a Christ-centered love leads to freedom. This episode lays the foundation for the series and calls every believer to think biblically, love rightly, and stand firm in truth.