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  • Silent Wounds of the Badge — The Christian Cop Struggling With Trauma | Defiantly Unashamed

    Silent Wounds of the Badge — The Christian Cop Struggling With Trauma | Defiantly Unashamed
    Nov 28 2025

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    Silent Wounds of the Badge — The Christian Cop Struggling With Trauma

    Most people face 4–5 traumatic events in a lifetime. Police officers, firefighters, EMTs, dispatchers, and corrections officers face 450–600. In this powerful episode, we speak directly to the Christian first responder battling trauma, PTSD, moral injury, burnout, and the spiritual weight the job leaves behind.

    Discover how faith, Scripture, and Christ-centered resilience can help you heal what the job has broken.

    You are not alone. You are not forgotten. You are called.

    Christian police officer, Christian first responders, trauma, PTSD, moral injury, law enforcement mental health, spiritual warfare, officer wellness, firefighter mental health, EMT trauma, Christian encouragement, faith and trauma, Christian podcast, Defiantly Unashamed.

    If you care about truth, discernment, biblical clarity, and real discipleship… this episode is for you.

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  • What happens when love gets hijacked by lies

    What happens when love gets hijacked by lies
    Nov 21 2025

    What happens when love gets hijacked by lies

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    In today’s culture, “love” has been redefined into something soft, shallow, and disconnected from truth. Many churches have traded the real gospel for emotional comfort, political correctness, and a worldview that refuses to offend anyone. But biblical love always tells the truth — even when it costs us.

    In this episode of Defiantly Unashamed, we break down how the modern worldview is collapsing, why counterfeit compassion is spreading through the church, and how Christians can stand firm in a culture that wants to reshape Jesus into its own image.

    If you care about truth, discernment, biblical clarity, and real discipleship… this episode is for you.

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    Keywords: love without truth, fake compassion, progressive Christianity, biblical worldview, gospel truth, cultural Christianity, spiritual deception, real discipleship, Christian boldness, end-times deception




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  • What Makes You a Christian: Understanding Real Saving Faith

    What Makes You a Christian: Understanding Real Saving Faith
    Nov 15 2025

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    What does it really mean to be a Christian? In this episode of Defiantly Unashamed, we break down the difference between cultural Christianity and true, biblical saving faith. So many people claim the name “Christian,” but Jesus said only those who are born again and follow Him in truth are His disciples.

    We explore what Christianity is not—it’s not good morals, church attendance, positive vibes, or believing Jesus approves of everything we do. Then we walk through what the Bible says does make someone a Christian: repentance, surrender, faith in Christ alone, and a transformed life produced by the Holy Spirit.

    If you’ve ever wondered “Am I actually saved?”, “What is saving faith?”, or “How do I know Jesus has changed my life?”, this episode will give you clear, biblical answers.

    Perfect for anyone seeking clarity on salvation, discipleship, the gospel, repentance, and what it means to follow Jesus in a culture full of counterfeit Christianity.

    Keywords: What makes you a Christian, what is saving faith, real Christianity, true gospel, biblical salvation, born-again Christian, repentance, discipleship, cultural Christianity, false Christianity, Christian podcast, Defiantly Unashamed, Battle Armor Ministry.

    Defiantly Unashamed dives into why communism and socialism are anti-biblical and dangerous to faith, freedom, and family. Discover how these ideologies oppose God’s design for personal responsibility, free will, and the sanctity of life. Through Scripture, history, and truth, we expose the spiritual deception behind Marxist thought and its growing influence in today’s culture. Join us as we stand boldly for biblical truth, Christian freedom, and the Gospel of Jesus Christ.



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    10 mins
  • Why Christians Must Stand with Israel

    Why Christians Must Stand with Israel
    Oct 31 2025

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    God’s Promise Still Stands: Why Christians Must Stand with Israel

    When I hear a pastor or a Christian say, “We shouldn’t support Israel,” it tells me a lot about where their faith truly stands.

    See, supporting Israel isn’t about politics — it’s about God’s promises.

    It’s about understanding the very foundation of our faith, the root from which Christianity itself grew.

    The first church — the one that the Holy Spirit filled in Acts 2 — was not American, not European, not modern or Western.

    It was a body of Jewish believers who recognized Jesus as their promised Messiah.

    They didn’t stop being Jewish when they followed Jesus. They fulfilled what God had planned from the beginning — that through the seed of Abraham, all nations would be blessed (Genesis 12:3).

    🇮🇱 GOD CHOSE ISRAEL AS HIS PORTION

    Let’s make something clear: God chose Israel.

    Deuteronomy 32:9 says,

    “For the Lord’s portion is His people, Jacob His allotted inheritance.”


    Defiantly Unashamed dives into why communism and socialism are anti-biblical and dangerous to faith, freedom, and family. Discover how these ideologies oppose God’s design for personal responsibility, free will, and the sanctity of life. Through Scripture, history, and truth, we expose the spiritual deception behind Marxist thought and its growing influence in today’s culture. Join us as we stand boldly for biblical truth, Christian freedom, and the Gospel of Jesus Christ.



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    11 mins
  • Why Communism and Socialism Are Anti-Biblical and Dangerous

    Why Communism and Socialism Are Anti-Biblical and Dangerous
    Oct 23 2025

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    Why Communism and Socialism Are Anti-Biblical and Dangerous

    Defiantly Unashamed dives into why communism and socialism are anti-biblical and dangerous to faith, freedom, and family. Discover how these ideologies oppose God’s design for personal responsibility, free will, and the sanctity of life. Through Scripture, history, and truth, we expose the spiritual deception behind Marxist thought and its growing influence in today’s culture. Join us as we stand boldly for biblical truth, Christian freedom, and the Gospel of Jesus Christ.



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  • Unwilling to Bow: Smashing the Golden Calves of Our Culture

    Unwilling to Bow: Smashing the Golden Calves of Our Culture
    Oct 3 2025
    www.battlearmor.orgDefiantly Unashamed Podcast: Unwilling to Bow: Smashing the Golden Calves of Our CultureGolden Calf #1: Happiness as the Highest GoodHere’s the cultural catechism: “If it makes you happy, it can’t be wrong.” Cue Sheryl Crow in the background. Except, spoiler, it can be wrong. Happiness, untethered from holiness, is just hedonism in skinny jeans.Culture’s golden calf is simple: your feelings are king, your desires are gospel, and anyone who tells you “no” is oppressive. That’s why divorce is applauded as “self-care,” abortion is sold as “empowerment,” and pornography is dressed up as “freedom of expression.”The Bible doesn’t demonize happiness. But it doesn’t enthrone it either. Holiness trumps happiness every single time. “Seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things will be added to you” (Matthew 6:33).The culture says: seek happiness and forget righteousness. That’s idolatry. That’s a golden calf mooing straight out of hell.When Christians bow here, we trade the cross for a smiley face sticker. We turn discipleship into therapy, sanctification into “positive vibes only.” And we forget the Savior who sweat blood in Gethsemane because obedience is often agony before it’s glory.Golden Calf #2: Feelings as the Final AuthorityOur ancestors had prophets and apostles. We have Instagram influencers. And the theology is thin: “Follow your heart.”Jeremiah 17:9 laughs in the face of that nonsense: “The heart is deceitful above all things, and desperately wicked; who can know it?” Imagine if Adam had said, “You know, Eve, my heart just feels really good about this fruit.” Boom — sin, death, curses, shame, fig leaves, exile. Congratulations, you followed your heart straight to hell.Modern culture baptizes feelings as infallible. If you feel like a man, you are a man. If you feel like God is cool with your adultery, well then, who are we to judge? This is the theology of Disney: “Wish upon a star, follow your dreams, and all your feelings will come true.”Except Jesus didn’t say, “Deny yourself unless your feelings are strong.” He said, “Deny yourself, take up your cross, and follow Me” (Luke 9:23). Christianity isn’t about how you feel. It’s about who is Lord.When the church bows here, it becomes a therapy group for fragile egos instead of a boot camp for disciples. Feelings make terrible masters. But they sure make popular idols.Golden Calf #3: Judging as the Unpardonable SinCulture’s third calf has the biggest following. The calf’s name? “Don’t Judge Me.”This calf wears skinny jeans, a rainbow flag cape, and quotes Matthew 7:1 out of context like it’s the only verse in the Bible. The crowd cheers: “Only God can judge me!” And they’re right. But here’s the kicker — He will. And spoiler alert: His standards don’t look like a BuzzFeed article.Jesus didn’t tell us not to judge. He told us to judge rightly. “Do not judge by appearances, but judge with right judgment” (John 7:24). Paul said, “Is it not those inside the church whom you are to judge?” (1 Corinthians 5:12).When Christians bow here, we silence ourselves. We watch sin run rampant and say, “Who am I to speak?” Answer: you’re a blood-bought ambassador of Christ, armed with the Word of God. You’re exactly the one to speak. Silence isn’t compassion. It’s complicity.Golden Calf #4: God as the Ultimate GuessThe last calf is the sneakiest. It whispers, “We can’t really know what God wants.”This is agnosticism dressed as humility. It sounds pious: “Who am I to claim I know God’s will?” Except God went through the trouble of writing it down. You’ve got sixty-six books of revelation, prophecy, gospel, and epistle, and you’re going to shrug like a confused philosophy major?The Bible is clear. It’s not a cosmic Rorschach test. It’s not Plato’s cave shadows. It’s the Word of the Living God, breathed out and preserved for your obedience.When Christians bow here, they stop proclaiming truth and start asking questions nobody needed answered. “Did God really say?” echoes from Eden to today’s pulpits, and too many pastors sound more like the serpent than the Savior.Why We Bow to CalvesLet’s get honest. Why do we bow to these idols?Because they glitter.Because they’re popular.Because standing means standing alone, and bowing means fitting in.Because the fire looks hot, the lions look hungry, and Nebuchadnezzar looks intimidating in his suit and tie.We bow because it feels easier. Because courage is costly. Because conviction is uncomfortable. Because we’ve forgotten that our God walks in the furnace and shuts the lions’ mouths.The Israelites bowed because they got impatient waiting on God. We bow for the same reason. God feels slow. Culture feels immediate. So we grab the golden earrings, melt them down, and worship what we can see.But idols always demand more. First ...
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  • Defiantly Unashamed formally The Pilgrims Path podcast

    Defiantly Unashamed formally The Pilgrims Path podcast
    Sep 23 2025

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    A Call to Arms

    Hey everyone, it’s Brian with Battle Armor Media.

    I’ve got some exciting news. The podcast you’ve known as The Pilgrims Path is getting a new name: Defiantly Unashamed.

    Why the change? Because this podcast is about more than just study — it’s about confronting culture with truth, equipping believers to live boldly, and standing unashamed for Christ. That’s the heartbeat of Defiantly Unashamed.

    But don’t worry — A Call to Arms isn’t going anywhere. It’s simply moving into its true home: a dedicated Bible study series, where we’ll keep diving verse by verse into Scripture, equipping you to know and apply God’s Word.

    So here’s the new setup:

    • Defiantly Unashamed → our main podcast, tackling culture, apologetics, and faith.
    • A Call to Arms → our regular Bible study series.
    • Both are under the umbrella of Battle Armor Media.


    If you’re following us on Facebook, TikTok, or YouTube, everything will now be under Battle Armor Media so you can find both in one place.

    I’m really excited about this next chapter, and I’m thankful you’re on this journey with me. Let’s put on the armor of God, live boldly, and stay Defiantly Unashamed.

    ⚔️ Let’s go.”Join us on this journey as we navigate the complexities of our world with faith and wisdom.



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  • The Final Hour: Unveiling the End Times with Pastor Jason Wilks AKA Captain Cookie

    The Final Hour: Unveiling the End Times with Pastor Jason Wilks AKA Captain Cookie
    Feb 18 2025

    Are we living in the last days? The Final Hour dives deep into Bible prophecy, the rapture, the tribulation, and the rise of the Antichrist. With a focus on Scripture, world events, and spiritual preparedness, this podcast equips believers to stand firm in faith as the return of Christ draws near. Join us as we expose deception, explore prophetic timelines, and discuss what it means to be ready for His coming. The signs are unfolding—are you watching?

    Welcome to the Pilgrim’s Path Podcast, where we delve into current events, societal trends, theological discussions, and political matters through Biblical Truth. We aim to shed light on these topics using biblical teachings and principles to guide our analysis.

    And just for fun, we may sprinkle in some lighthearted satire along the way.

    Join us on this journey as we navigate the complexities of our world with faith and wisdom.

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    Pastor Jason Wilks AKA Captain Cookie Links

    Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@godconversations2513

    Youtube- https://www.youtube.com/@LifeHouseConnection

    Tiktok- https://www.tiktok.com/@cookie_patrol1




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