The WallBuilders Show

Religion is making a surprising comeback in American public life according to a groundbreaking Gallup poll that reveals, for the first time in 15 years, most Americans no longer believe faith is losing ground. What makes this finding particularly remarkable is its cross-ideological acknowledgment - liberals, Democrats, and young adults are among those recognizing religion's growing significance at rates exceeding their conservative counterparts. The revival appears driven in part by unexpect...

Transcribed - Published: 20 June 2025

A 10-year-old homeschooler's question about prosecuting government officials for treason launches us into a fascinating exploration of constitutional law, historical precedent, and the founders' wisdom in limiting political retribution. The WallBuilders team breaks down Article 3, Section 3 of the Constitution—where treason stands as the only crime specifically defined by our founding document. With remarkable foresight, the framers narrowly restricted treason to "levying war against the Uni...

Transcribed - Published: 19 June 2025

Freedom rings through history on June 19th – Juneteenth – marking the moment in 1865 when Union General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas with life-changing news for the last enslaved Americans. "The people of Texas are informed that all slaves are free," his General Order No. 3 proclaimed, finally bringing Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation to this final Confederate holdout two and a half years after it was issued. Yet the full story of Juneteenth reveals a rich historical...

Transcribed - Published: 18 June 2025

A powerful convergence of history and headlines unfolds as we commemorate the 250th anniversary of the Battle of Bunker Hill while analyzing rapidly developing tensions between Israel and Iran. The revolutionary battle showcases the remarkable courage of early American patriots who, despite being outnumbered two-to-one, successfully repelled multiple British assaults before running out of ammunition. The battle brought forth extraordinary figures like Dr. Joseph Warren, a general who chose t...

Transcribed - Published: 17 June 2025

This Father's Day weekend served up a powerful convergence of patriotism, reflection, and geopolitical significance that demands our attention. David Barton shared a sermon insight that struck him deeply – when David slew Goliath, King Saul asked him, "Whose son are you?" This seemingly simple question underscores the profound impact fathers have in shaping children who grow to achieve extraordinary things. For those without positive father figures, Victor Marks' story offered hope, demonstra...

Transcribed - Published: 16 June 2025

The cultural tide in America is turning, and this episode of The WallBuilders Show captures the momentum of traditional values making a powerful comeback across the nation. Texas has claimed a monumental victory with the passage of the largest school choice program in the country. After decades of advocacy, Governor Abbott signed into law a $1 billion educational savings account that will provide approximately $10,000 per student. Though this breakthrough program currently reaches only about...

Transcribed - Published: 13 June 2025

Stepping into our studio for the first time, Israeli archaeologist, tour guide, and IDF soldier Omer Eshel brings firsthand perspective to the complex realities unfolding in the Middle East. This rare in-person conversation takes us beyond headlines into the heart of Israel's current challenges with Iran, Gaza, and internal politics. Omer draws a striking biblical parallel when assessing Prime Minister Netanyahu's leadership, comparing him to King Solomon—"someone who started really well but...

Transcribed - Published: 12 June 2025

The federal government controls a staggering one-third of all American land, including half of everything west of the Rocky Mountains. But does this massive federal land ownership align with our founders' vision for America? Ken Ivory, a longtime advocate for constitutional land management, takes us deep into this overlooked but critical issue. Drawing from constitutional text and founding history, he explains how Article 1, Section 8, Clause 17 specifically limits federal land ownership wit...

Transcribed - Published: 11 June 2025

Senate Bill 1027 liberty pastors WallBuilders Teachers Conference Senator David Bullard of Oklahoma delivers a masterclass in constitutional governance with his groundbreaking reform of the state's initiative petition process. Having identified how progressive groups exploit ballot initiatives to liberalize conservative states, Bullard crafted Senate Bill 1027 to restore republican principles and strengthen pro-life protections. The ballot initiative system, a Progressive Era remnant that cr...

Transcribed - Published: 10 June 2025

https://millionvoices.org/ When titans clash, nations tremble. The recent public dispute between Elon Musk and Donald Trump represents more than just a personality conflict—it embodies a fundamental tension between principled idealism and political pragmatism that could reshape American politics for generations. Against the backdrop of D-Day's anniversary, we explore how this modern conflict mirrors historic challenges that required both strategic compromise and unwavering purpose. David Bar...

Transcribed - Published: 9 June 2025

America is witnessing a remarkable turnaround that defies mainstream narratives but confirms what many citizens have long known—when we return to foundational principles, society thrives. Across the nation, murder rates are plummeting in cities once synonymous with violence. Baltimore's homicide rate has fallen by 31.6%, St. Louis by 34.5%, and Denver by a staggering 63%. This transformation coincides with executive orders that restored the federal death penalty for heinous crimes and empowe...

Transcribed - Published: 6 June 2025

Constitutional confusion runs rampant in America today, with progressive reinterpretations threatening the very foundation of our republic. In this thought-provoking episode, we tackle listener questions that cut to the heart of our governing structure, revealing truths that many Americans have never been taught. When examining the 14th Amendment and its application to modern immigration debates, we uncover how dramatically its original purpose has been distorted. This amendment—created spec...

Transcribed - Published: 5 June 2025

Dr. Jim Garlow takes us on a profound journey examining the state of the American church, revealing both encouraging revivals and concerning trends that deserve our attention. Drawing from decades of pastoral experience and global ministry, Garlow diagnoses a troubling shift in church structure - our congregations increasingly resemble corporations rather than New Testament communities. When church boards operate like executive committees and pastors become employees rather than shephe...

Transcribed - Published: 4 June 2025

https://www.andthentheyprayed.com/ Prayer isn't just a footnote in American history—it's been the decisive factor in our nation's most pivotal moments. As we approach America's 250th anniversary, we're witnessing potential signs of spiritual awakening across the country: record-breaking baptisms at Huntington Beach, campus revivals at major universities, and an 11 million increase in active Bible readers after years of decline. Could these indicators signal a return to the spiritual foundatio...

Transcribed - Published: 3 June 2025

https://wallbuilders.com/teachers-conference/ https://sacred.science/ What if the divide between science and faith is artificial—a modern invention rather than a timeless truth? Dr. William West tackles this question with surprising clarity and scientific rigor in our fascinating conversation about his new book, "Sacred Science: Understanding Divine Creation." As an oncologist trained at Harvard and Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Dr. West wasn't setting out to reconcile faith and science....

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

What if the divide between science and faith is artificial—a modern invention rather than a timeless truth? Dr. William West tackles this question with surprising clarity and scientific rigor in our fascinating conversation about his new book, "Sacred Science: Understanding Divine Creation." As an oncologist trained at Harvard and Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, Dr. West wasn't setting out to reconcile faith and science. His journey began when he discovered that the fastest-growing religio...

Transcribed - Published: 2 June 2025

Optimism is sweeping across America as more citizens believe the country is heading in the right direction than at any point in the past 16 years. This remarkable shift in national sentiment—surpassing even the Obama years—comes despite relentless negative media coverage and speaks volumes about the tangible improvements Americans are experiencing in their everyday lives. Faith is experiencing a powerful resurgence nationwide, with mass baptisms capturing headlines from coast to coast. Flori...

Transcribed - Published: 30 May 2025

https://www.patriotacademy.com/institute/ The Constitution's boundaries are invisible but profoundly shape American life—as powerfully demonstrated in our exploration of three critical questions where individuals, states, and federal authority collide. When a Catholic charter school in Oklahoma found itself blocked by a 4-4 Supreme Court deadlock, it revealed more than just another church-state case. David Barton takes us behind the scenes into Oklahoma's political tensions and the troubling...

Transcribed - Published: 29 May 2025

https://thenazarenefund.org/ The extraordinary work of The Nazarene Fund unfolds across the world's darkest corners, where religious persecution transforms ordinary believers into targets. This eye-opening conversation with David Jacobs reveals the organization's decade-long mission to rescue, rebuild, and restore lives shattered by extremism. Founded in 2015 as ISIS swept through Iraq marking Christian homes with the Arabic symbol "Nun" (for Nazarene) before systematic executions, The Nazar...

Transcribed - Published: 28 May 2025

The foundational right of parents to direct their children's education and upbringing stands at the center of a brewing constitutional showdown. A landmark case making its way to the Supreme Court could redefine the relationship between government authority and family sovereignty for generations to come. At stake is what many are calling the "opt-out fake-out" case, where parents were initially promised the ability to remove their children from controversial gender ideology instruction, only...

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2025

The foundational right of parents to direct their children's education and upbringing stands at the center of a brewing constitutional showdown. A landmark case making its way to the Supreme Court could redefine the relationship between government authority and family sovereignty for generations to come. At stake is what many are calling the "opt-out fake-out" case, where parents were initially promised the ability to remove their children from controversial gender ideology instruction, only...

Transcribed - Published: 27 May 2025

This Memorial Day, we're joined by two-star General Bob Dees for a profound conversation about honoring the fallen while serving those still carrying the invisible wounds of war. As we explore the distinction between Memorial Day and Veterans Day, we uncover something even more crucial – the "iceberg below the waterline" of veteran suffering that extends far beyond the names carved in memorial stones. When a self-described "Vietnam widow" explained that her husband "didn't die in Vietnam, bu...

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2025

https://healthyveterans.org/ This Memorial Day, we're joined by two-star General Bob Dees for a profound conversation about honoring the fallen while serving those still carrying the invisible wounds of war. As we explore the distinction between Memorial Day and Veterans Day, we uncover something even more crucial – the "iceberg below the waterline" of veteran suffering that extends far beyond the names carved in memorial stones. When a self-described "Vietnam widow" explained that her husba...

Transcribed - Published: 26 May 2025

President Trump is reshaping America's cultural and strategic landscape with remarkable speed, taking bold action to reclaim institutions that had drifted from their original purposes. At the Kennedy Center, once the epitome of American artistic excellence, Trump has orchestrated a dramatic transformation by installing a new leadership team including Lee Greenwood and Floyd Brown after years of programming that catered to niche audiences rather than mainstream Americans. The revamped Kennedy...

Transcribed - Published: 23 May 2025

What happens when Christians retreat from public life? The vacuum never stays empty. Today's episode explores a controversial planned Muslim community in Dallas, raising profound questions about religious freedom within constitutional boundaries. At the heart of this discussion lies a critical observation: as Christian influence has diminished in many communities over decades, other religious groups have naturally stepped into leadership positions. Concerns arise when religious communities p...

Transcribed - Published: 22 May 2025

A remarkable shift is sweeping across America as citizens rediscover their nation's true history and founding principles. This renewed enthusiasm couldn't come at a better time, with the 250th anniversary of American independence on the horizon. JP Decker, executive director of Mercury One and American Journey Experience, joins us to discuss how this convergence of presidential support, organizational readiness, and public hunger for authentic history creates unprecedented opportunities. "Go...

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2025

https://americanjourneyexperience.com/ https://mercuryone.org/ A remarkable shift is sweeping across America as citizens rediscover their nation's true history and founding principles. This renewed enthusiasm couldn't come at a better time, with the 250th anniversary of American independence on the horizon. JP Decker, executive director of Mercury One and American Journey Experience, joins us to discuss how this convergence of presidential support, organizational readiness, and public hunger...

Transcribed - Published: 21 May 2025

The traditional path to higher education is being reimagined as faith-based gap year programs emerge as powerful alternatives to conventional college experiences. This eye-opening conversation reveals how programs like Summit Ministries and Patriot Academy are creating immersive educational models that develop biblical worldview foundations while helping young people discover their vocational calling. Jeff Myers of Summit Ministries shares startling statistics that challenge our assumptions ...

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

Summit.org The traditional path to higher education is being reimagined as faith-based gap year programs emerge as powerful alternatives to conventional college experiences. This eye-opening conversation reveals how programs like Summit Ministries and Patriot Academy are creating immersive educational models that develop biblical worldview foundations while helping young people discover their vocational calling. Jeff Myers of Summit Ministries shares startling statistics that challenge our a...

Transcribed - Published: 20 May 2025

https://baptize.org/ A spiritual tidal wave is rolling across America's shores, beginning at California's beaches and now reaching every corner of the country. What started as one pastor's vision has exploded into a nationwide movement uniting hundreds of churches across denominational lines. Pastor Mark Francey shares the remarkable story of how a simple prompting led him to organize what would become the largest coordinated baptism events in recent American history. The results have been n...

Transcribed - Published: 19 May 2025

Faith is experiencing an extraordinary resurgence across the globe, defying predictions of religion's decline in modern society. From the shores of California to university campuses in the United Kingdom, we're witnessing what many are calling the early stages of a new Great Awakening. The evidence is compelling and widespread. At Huntington Beach, 7,750 people participated in what organizers called the largest single-day baptism event in American history. Among them was a 71-year-old woman ...

Transcribed - Published: 16 May 2025

The path to American independence wasn't a sudden revolution but a carefully orchestrated progression spanning decades. This fascinating journey from separate colonies to united nation offers profound lessons for today's constitutional restoration efforts. When the British Parliament passed the Intolerable Acts in 1774, they inadvertently sparked unity among thirteen previously disconnected colonies. As David Barton explains, "We were 13 separate nations...It's kind of like being in Europe -...

Transcribed - Published: 15 May 2025

Leadership ripples outward. As the WallBuilders Show reveals in this compelling episode, the bold government efficiency initiatives at the federal level have inspired similar reforms in Texas, where Senator Phil King is spearheading a powerful regulatory overhaul. Texas has discovered a surprising contradiction – despite being known for freedom and economic opportunity, it ranks as the fifth most regulated state in America. In response, the Texas legislature has passed its own version of DOG...

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2025

Leadership ripples outward. As the WallBuilders Show reveals in this compelling episode, the bold government efficiency initiatives at the federal level have inspired similar reforms in Texas, where Senator Phil King is spearheading a powerful regulatory overhaul. Texas has discovered a surprising contradiction – despite being known for freedom and economic opportunity, it ranks as the fifth most regulated state in America. In response, the Texas legislature has passed its own version of DOG...

Transcribed - Published: 14 May 2025

The battle for our children's innocence rages across America's schools and libraries, transcending political divisions and geographic boundaries. Karen England of Capital Resource Institute joins the WallBuilders team to unveil the shocking reality of sexually explicit materials being made available to minors through school libraries nationwide. England shares the powerful resource her organization created - takebacktheclassroom.com - where parents can lookup specific school districts and vi...

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

takebacktheclassroom.com The battle for our children's innocence rages across America's schools and libraries, transcending political divisions and geographic boundaries. Karen England of Capital Resource Institute joins the WallBuilders team to unveil the shocking reality of sexually explicit materials being made available to minors through school libraries nationwide. England shares the powerful resource her organization created - takebacktheclassroom.com - where parents can lookup specifi...

Transcribed - Published: 13 May 2025

America stands at the threshold of its 250th anniversary, and something remarkable is happening. Grassroots movements across the country aren't just planning celebrations – they're launching deep educational initiatives focused on the principles that made America exceptional in the first place. During a recent gathering of conservative organizations, the most striking observation wasn't just the enthusiasm but the diversity of approaches. Like the builders in Nehemiah's time, each group cont...

Transcribed - Published: 12 May 2025

The tide is turning in America as constitutional principles make a powerful comeback. Trump's second administration has wasted no time implementing changes that reflect a return to the vision of the founders—and the results are both immediate and impressive. From the judicial branch to the southern border, we're witnessing what happens when leadership applies constitutional principles in practice. New judicial nominees with solid conservative credentials, like Whitney Hermendorfer for the 6t...

Transcribed - Published: 9 May 2025

The idea that federal judges have "lifetime appointments" is deeply embedded in our national consciousness, but is it actually true? In this eye-opening episode of Foundations of Freedom Thursday, we dive into what the Constitution actually says and what the founders genuinely intended for the judicial branch. When the Constitution states judges "shall hold their offices during good behavior," it established a carefully designed balance that's been lost in modern interpretation. Through rich...

Transcribed - Published: 8 May 2025

cefonline.com Child Evangelism Fellowship stands as a remarkable yet often unheralded force in faith-based outreach, serving 20 million children annually across 192 countries worldwide. Founded in 1937, this organization has grown to employ over 2,000 staff members globally while maintaining a steadfast commitment to sharing biblical teachings with young people. The WallBuilders team discovers a particularly compelling aspect of CEF's work: their Military Children's Ministry. This specialize...

Transcribed - Published: 7 May 2025

Ever wondered why Christianity can produce such tremendous spiritual experiences but often fails to transform culture? The answer may lie in what Charlie Lewis calls "The Kingdom System" - a profound revelation that Jesus' central message wasn't about religion but about bringing heaven's government to earth. When Lewis was prompted to read everything Jesus taught with fresh eyes, he discovered something revolutionary: Christ's teachings centered almost exclusively on the Kingdom of God. Not ...

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

Ever wondered why Christianity can produce such tremendous spiritual experiences but often fails to transform culture? The answer may lie in what Charlie Lewis calls "The Kingdom System" - a profound revelation that Jesus' central message wasn't about religion but about bringing heaven's government to earth. When Lewis was prompted to read everything Jesus taught with fresh eyes, he discovered something revolutionary: Christ's teachings centered almost exclusively on the Kingdom of God. Not ...

Transcribed - Published: 6 May 2025

A shocking reality lurks within the libraries of America's schools, affecting communities of every size and demographic. What began as one woman's startling discovery has evolved into a nationwide awakening about the explicit materials readily available to our children—materials so graphic they're banned from prisons but somehow deemed acceptable for students. Bonnie Wallace takes us deep into her journey examining 157 school libraries across America, revealing that not one was free from hig...

Transcribed - Published: 5 May 2025

What if everything you've been taught about America's relationship with slavery was incomplete? In this eye-opening episode of Biblical Citizenship in Modern America, Tim Barton challenges prevailing narratives by unveiling forgotten heroes and overlooked facts that paint a more nuanced picture of American history. Barton introduces us to James Armistead, a Black patriot whose crucial intelligence work led to the decisive American victory at Yorktown, effectively ending the Revolutionary War...

Transcribed - Published: 2 May 2025

Dive deep into the untold story of America's founding as we challenge the popular but incomplete narratives being taught today. The heart of America's origin isn't found in 1619 with the arrival of enslaved Africans, but in the competing legacies of two foundational colonies: Jamestown and Plymouth. While both settlements influenced American development, their contrasting approaches to slavery and liberty have shaped our nation in profoundly different ways. Did you know Plymouth Colony outla...

Transcribed - Published: 1 May 2025

What happens at the intersection of faith and culture? In this captivating exploration of Biblical Citizenship in Modern America, we uncover the profound biblical foundations that shaped America's founding documents and continue to guide our nation today. At the heart of this episode lies a powerful revelation: the Castle Doctrine—the principle that "a man's house is his castle"—stems directly from biblical teaching and natural law. Through fascinating historical insights, we trace how this ...

Transcribed - Published: 30 April 2025

The torch of freedom burns brightest when citizens understand their biblical responsibility to tend God's garden of civil government. In this illuminating episode from the Biblical Citizenship in Modern America course, David Barton reveals how America's founding principles derive from Scripture—not merely as religious influence but as the deliberate blueprint for our constitutional republic. Why does America's constitution endure as the longest-lasting in world history when most constitution...

Transcribed - Published: 29 April 2025

The relationship between faith and government remains one of America's most contested issues, with many Americans believing James Madison advocated for a strict separation pushing religion out of public life. But what if everything we've been told about Madison's views is fundamentally wrong? Mark David Hall joins us to unravel the fascinating history behind Madison's "Memorial and Remonstrance Against Religious Assessments," revealing how this document has been weaponized to promote secular...

Transcribed - Published: 28 April 2025

Something remarkable is happening in America's houses of worship. From small rural congregations to urban megachurches, pastors across the nation reported unprecedented Easter attendance this year, with many seeing record numbers of baptisms and first-time commitments to faith. This surge coincides with Barna research showing belief in Jesus at its highest recorded level since 2012, with a stunning 12-point increase over just three years. The revival atmosphere extends beyond church walls an...

Transcribed - Published: 25 April 2025

What happens when forgotten laws are revived to solve modern problems? This eye-opening episode of WallBuilders' "Foundations of Freedom Thursday" reveals how President Trump's administration has masterfully employed decades-old legislation to implement policy without waiting for congressional gridlock to resolve. David and Tim Barton unpack the strategic genius behind using the International Emergency Economic Powers Act of 1977 for tariffs and the 1798 Alien Enemies Act for immigration enf...

Transcribed - Published: 24 April 2025