Politics By Faith w/Mike Slater

Have you ever heard of the Black Robe Regiment? I haven't either, but when you hear what the Black Robe Regiment meant to America 250 years ago compared to what we're working with today, it makes sense why we're not where we need to be.

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2026

Henry Nowak, an 18-year-old White British man, was murdered by a 23-year-old man of Pakistani heritage. The Pakistani man told police Nowak committed a racism. Police arrested Nowak as he was dying from stab wounds to the chest. Nowak said, "I can't breathe," but police didn't care. Don't expect any George Floyd-like response this time. 

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2026

We would never have a parade honoring any other sin. Why does homosexuality get a pass? I wonder if there's ever been a more successful propaganda effort to change our culture than the gay activists. Their run needs to end.

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2026

California is voting in its primary. Can the two Republicans come out on top of the governor's race and make the Democrats' plan for power backfire? And can Spencer Pratt make the top 2 in the mayor race and continue his campaign until November? Either way, he has the perfect attitude, which we all need to have in everything we do in our lives.

Transcribed - Published: 1 June 2026

In this interview, Mike Slater and Colin Elliott discuss Colin’s personal testimony of faith and transformation. He shares how a difficult season in his life led him to wrestle with suffering, judgment, and grace, ultimately shaping his understanding of God. The conversation explores how hardship can become a turning point toward meaning and belief.

Transcribed - Published: 31 May 2026

Mike Slater is joined by Gad Saad to discuss his new book and explore the idea that modern Western societies may be becoming “too nice” for their own good. Saad argues that well-intentioned kindness can be exploited and may be contributing to cultural and political imbalances. The conversation digs into how these dynamics show up in academia, media, and public policy.

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2026

In this interview, host Mike Slater sits down with classicist and author Spencer Klavan to explore the origins of American Christianity and the cultural forces that shaped its early development. They discuss how theology, politics, and history intersected in the formation of American religious identity. The conversation challenges common assumptions and uncovers surprising layers of influence behind one of America’s most defining traditions.

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2026

Mike Slater sits down with Richard C. Lyons to unpack what “the pursuit of happiness” really means beyond the common clichés. They explore how modern interpretations often miss the original intent behind the phrase and what it looks like in practice today. The conversation dives into practical insights on fulfillment, purpose, and how to rethink happiness in everyday life.

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2026

I know we're not electing an elder of our church, but the blasphemy coming from the Democrat candidate for Senate in Texas is really something else. Let's debunk a few of his greatest hits.

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2026

Multiple graduation speakers spoke about the wonders of Artificial Intelligence. They got booed by the graduating seniors. I was surprised, but encouraged, by their reactions. The Pope also came out and spoke about the dangers of AI, but I want to make sure we have the right concerns at the forefront. 

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2026

We give a humble tribute to 13 service members who we add to the list of Americans who gave their lives fighting for this country. We also go over Rudyard Kipling's poem "Recessional" on this Memorial Day.

Transcribed - Published: 25 May 2026

Scripture calls for us to resist the devil so that he will flee from us. So how do we do that? Mike Slater goes through five ways and then focuses in on another big one. Worship. Sean Feucht is the founder of Let Us Worship. He joins Mike to discuss worship and his new book No Turning Back.

Transcribed - Published: 24 May 2026

Who is the Devil? Culture says one thing, but the bible says another. Mike Slater dives into the scripture alongside Pastor Tom Ascol, President of Founders Ministries.

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2026

Someone made up a new euphemism, the "teen takeover"! Also known as a "riot". How do we stop these? Should we arrest the parents? The Trump Administration thinks so, and can do it in DC.

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2026

Jeff Bezos makes the point that his for-profit companies benefit people more than his charity ever could. He's right, but we can't fall into the athiestic thinking that either of these things are what matters most. We can't lose sight of the most important thing in this world, which many are giving away to the lowest bidder.

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2026

Thomas Massie lost his congressional seat. This is 3 races in a few weeks where the Trump endorsed candidates beat the incumbents. What does this mean for MAGA moving forward? And, why libertarianism isn't the same as being conservative.

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2026

The Democrats need an issue to beat the Republicans on, and to our shame, their most successful issue ot get out the vote is killing babies. With the recent Supreme Court action on abortion, get ready for this to be back on the top of the news. We need to be ready with the truth.

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2026

My wife's favorite country singer is Eric Church, and his commencement address at UNC is proof of why he's so great. Sit back and enjoy his description of the 6 strings of a guitar and the 6 pillars of life.

Transcribed - Published: 18 May 2026

Andrew Klavan converted from Judaism to Christianity years ago. He joins Mike Slater to discuss his conversion, as well as the war on Christianity taking place in America today.

Transcribed - Published: 17 May 2026

There is a war on Christianity taking place across the world right now. Mike Slater dives into that war and explains exactly what is going on. Mike then brings on Pastor Mark Driscoll, who has a message for American church leaders.

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2026

The left is infected with suicidal empathy. Many conservatives are trying to find the right amount of empathy, but I argue that empathy isn't even a virtue we should be striving for. 

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2026

Some states argue that property taxes are burdensome and unfair, particularly for seniors and those no longer benefiting from public education. What does the bible say?

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2026

As Trump and his team are headed to China to meet with Xi, we have another Chinese spy in America exposed. Americans would not believe how deep the infiltration of Chinese communists is in our government. 

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2026

Spencer Pratt is running for mayor of LA. He's rising in the polls and has a few weeks left to convince the 40% of undecided voters that he is the person who can make LA livable again. His messaging has been spot on.

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2026

Is the hantavirus going to turn into another global pandemic? Why did we let them off the boat and why are they coming to Nebraska? 

Transcribed - Published: 11 May 2026

Mike Slater welcomes Kyrie from the Transformed Homemakers Society (transformedhomemakerssociety.com) for a discussion about motherhood. The two discuss tips that every Christian mother needs to hear.

Transcribed - Published: 10 May 2026

Why do so many women feel lost today? It's not an accident. Mike Slater explains how it happened. He then talks to Reagan Conrad from The Daily Wire about her pregnancy and motherhood journey. She reveals what she's learned along the way.

Transcribed - Published: 9 May 2026

You'd think Disney would take extra precautions to check their employees, especially foreigners working with kids. But, it is Disney after all. But could there really be people against arresting and deporting these foreign pedophiles? What do we do with these people?

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2026

Trump warned the RINOs of Indiana. It was a risky bet from Trump, but he crushed the establishment of Indiana. How did this happen? Why did Trump do this? And what will the consequences of this be beyond Indiana?

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2026

Rudy didn't even die yet and the Left was already writing nasty obituaries. You can't count on your legacy being accurately written by the media and people who hate you. Our obituaries won't be written by CNN, so how should we think about leaving a legacy? What does the Bible say about legacy?

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2026

Gas prices are too high. Don't think the Democrats are the solution to this problem, they'd prefer gas to be $12 a gallon! The Bible can offer us wisdom on how to make it through this time.

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2026

There are more foreign scammers taking advantage of Americans than ever before. I got tricked recently! Some scammers took some of my money. Today we share some tips to make sure you or your loved ones aren't tricked by these sinners.

Transcribed - Published: 4 May 2026

What are guardian angels? How do they line up with scripture? Mike Slater breaks this down, but not before a conversation about U.S. history with Jarrett Stepman of the Daily Signal.

Transcribed - Published: 3 May 2026

There have been many attempts on Trump's life. Mike Slater breaks them down and dives into the most recent one with Mike Baker of the President's Daily Brief podcast.

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2026

The DOJ released a 564-page report on the anti-Christian bias from the Biden administration. Today, we'll focus on one action they did that prevented Christians from being "doers of the Word".

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2026

Finally, and you could tell Justice Thomas has been waiting for this moment for 30 years, the Supreme Court ruled that gerrymandering districts just for black people is racist. Republicans could gain 12 seats from this decision, but more importantly, it leads us away from being a racist society.

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2026

The left keeps making the claim that people on the right commit more crimes than people on the left. Is that true? No, it's not, and I prove it and then answer the question Pilate posed to Jesus, "What is truth?"

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2026

We're being told that there is more right-wing violence than left wing vilence. Is that true? And does rhetoric cause violence? And if so, does that mean we can't speak the truth anymore?

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2026

The president says that only someone who is sick in the head would attempt to do something like this. And yes, of course, they are sick in the head, but according to the Bible, the source of that sickness comes from somewhere else.

Transcribed - Published: 27 April 2026

Pastor Doug Wilson recently appeared on Piers Morgan, where he clashed with Tim Miller and Wajahat Ali. Wilson joins Mike Slater to continue the conversation on the Politics By Faith podcast.

Transcribed - Published: 26 April 2026

We are told that immigrants built the United States of America. Is that really true? Mike Slater dives into U.S. history on the matter alongside Steve Cortes, President of The League of American Workers and senior advisor to Catholic Vote.

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2026

The head coach of the Patriots and the NY Times NFL reporter have been caught in adultery. Adultery, it seems we've forgotten, is one of the 10 Commandments. This sin isn't met with the proper condemnation it deserves, and I think I know why.

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2026

It turns out the Southern Poverty Law Center was giving money to neo-nazi groups so they would go to neo-nazi things and then the SPLC could fundraise off of the rise of neo-nazi groups and call you a neo-nazi. Well done to the FBI for uncovering this fraud. But a lot of damage was done, including the "Greatest Hoax Ever Told".

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2026

Someone committed an abomination in Louisiana. But this could have been prevented many years ago. Unfortunately, many people have a misaligned compassion not rooted in truth. Fortunatly, t's not too late to save more lives.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2026

The NY Times featured two young people who took drastic and shameful lengths to avoid paying their student debt. The Bible addresses this issue.

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2026

I don't remember a time the NY Times admitted they were wrong about something. I'm ashamed to admit, I was also wrong on this issue. It's time we change course. And if it's applicable to you personally, it's time to examine yourself.

Transcribed - Published: 20 April 2026

An American missionary, Alex Barbir, shares with Mike Slater what he witnessed firsthand while serving overseas. His account sheds light on a hidden crisis affecting Christian communities around the world. 

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2026

Mike Slater takes a deep dive into the history of Islam. Mike is joined by Raymond Ibrahim, author of The Two Swords of Christ: Five Centuries of War between Islam and the Warrior Monks of Christendom. The two discuss Islam's history and future.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2026

Who was John MacArthur? Mike Slater dives into the legendary legacy of the great American preacher.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2026

The Mayor of NYC has a new tax on rich people in NYC. It, of course, will cause even more rich people to leave the city, but he doesn't care. We compare this policy with Jesus' Sermon on the Mount, "Blessed are the poor in spirit."

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2026