In Episode 14 of The American Story, Tim Barton sits down with Texas County Commissioner Matt Krause to talk about the power and responsibility of local leadership. This conversation goes beyond politics—it’s about living out your faith where it matters most.

Matt shares how Christian conviction shapes the way he leads, makes decisions, and serves the people around him. Together, they discuss what it means to stand for truth with humility, lead with courage, and be a light in your community—even when it’s not easy.

If you’ve ever wondered how your faith connects to real impact, this episode will both challenge and encourage you to step up and stand firm.

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In Episode 12 of The American Story Podcast, Tim Barton sits down with Pastor Josh McPherson for a powerful conversation about faith, culture, and the urgent need for strong, godly leadership in our homes, churches, and nation. They discuss why biblical truth must remain the foundation for how we engage culture and why now—more than ever—men must step up and live out the role God designed them for.
Pastor McPherson shares insights on the importance of men embracing responsibility, leading their families well, standing for truth, and modeling courage in a culture that often pushes in the opposite direction. Together, they explore how faith shapes the American story and why strong, faithful men are essential for the future of the church and the nation.
This episode is a call to courage, conviction, and biblical manhood.

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Guest Links: 
https://gracecitychurch.com/welcome

What happens when the Church chooses comfort over conviction? In this episode of The American Story, Tim Barton sits down with Pastor Allen Jackson to address the growing silence of the Church in the face of moral and cultural decline. Pastor Jackson offers a clear challenge to believers to lead with truth, engage the culture boldly, and trust God rather than fear opposition.

Congresswoman Mary Miller never set out to be a politician—but God had a bigger plan. In Episode 2 of The American Story, Tim Barton, President of WallBuilders.com explores Mary’s remarkable path from motherhood at home to leadership in Washington, D.C. This episode highlights the power of faith, courage, and obedience when God calls His people to serve “for such a time as this.”

In this inaugural episode of The American Story with host Tim Barton, we dive into the inspiring journey of Jack Brewer—a former NFL standout who transformed his life from the gridiron to groundbreaking philanthropy and public service. Tim explores how Brewer's faith-driven path, from overcoming personal challenges to founding the Jack Brewer Foundation and advocating for at-risk youth, and those who have no hope in the prison system, embodies the core values of resilience, redemption, and opportunity that define America's founding principles. Join us for a heartfelt conversation on leadership, family, and the enduring impact of living out one's convictions in today's world. Perfect for history buffs, sports fans, and anyone seeking stories of real American heroes.

In this episode, Tim Barton delivers a powerful speech about what it will take to rebuild America. Drawing from the nation’s founding principles, Tim challenges leaders to return to the moral, constitutional, and historical foundations that shaped the United States.

Through stories from early American history and insights from the Founding Fathers, Tim outlines practical steps for restoring strong leadership, protecting liberty, and renewing the values that once made the nation thrive. This speech is both a reminder of where America came from and a call to rebuild.

If you care about faith, history, and the future of the nation, this is a message you won’t want to miss.

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In Episode 11 of American Story Podcast, Tim Barton sits down with Reverend Dr. Jim Garlow for a powerful and timely conversation on faith in the face of life’s hardest moments.
Together, they walk through what it truly means to grieve with hope—how to process loss without losing your foundation, and how biblical truth anchors us even in seasons of death and sorrow. Dr. Garlow shares wisdom from decades of ministry, offering practical and spiritual insight for navigating grief in a way that leads to healing, not despair.
The conversation then turns outward—calling believers to stand with conviction in today’s cultural battles. From defending the sanctity of life to boldly standing with Israel, this episode challenges listeners to live out their faith with courage, clarity, and unwavering truth.

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Guests links: 
@JimGarlow
facebook.com/WellVersedWorld/
wellversedworld.org

In this powerful conversation, Tim Barton sits down with Bill Federer and Michael Federer to explore the deep biblical and historical roots of the ongoing tensions between Iran and Israel. What did Scripture say about Persia centuries before Christ? And how should Christians today understand the modern nation of Israel in light of prophecy, archaeology, and church history?

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https://americanminute.com/

In Episode 8 of The American Story Podcast, host Tim Barton turns the microphone toward his own father, David Barton, to explore the story behind the storyteller.
Long before WallBuilders, before national media interviews, and before speaking across the country, David Barton was a young man captivated by the forgotten history of America’s founding. In this episode, he shares how a passion for truth turned into a lifelong mission to uncover original documents, defend America’s biblical foundations, and restore historical accuracy in the public square.
This is more than a history lesson — it’s the personal American story of a man committed to preserving the principles that shaped a nation.

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In this episode of The American Story, Tim Barton sits down with Texas State Representative Nate Schatzline for a powerful conversation about what it means to live out your faith boldly in today’s culture.
From the Texas Capitol to the public square, Nate shares why conviction matters more than comfort, how biblical values shape his approach to leadership, and why courage is essential for the next generation of Americans. In a time when many choose compromise, this discussion challenges listeners to stand firm, speak truth, and lead with integrity.
Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on faith, freedom, and the responsibility we all carry to preserve the principles that made America strong.

In Episode 6 of the American Story Podcast, Tim Barton is joined by Pastor Will Ford to uncover the powerful—and often untold—role of faith in American history. Together, they explore biblical justice, reconciliation, and the spiritual foundations that shaped our nation.

Pastor Ford shares moving insights on restoring truth, healing cultural divides, and reclaiming God’s design for freedom in America. This episode will challenge, inspire, and equip you to live out faith with courage in today’s culture.

In Episode 5 of The American Story Podcast, Seth Gruber discusses the pro-life movement, the sanctity of human life, and why defending life is essential to America’s moral and constitutional foundations.

Host Tim Barton leads a compelling conversation on faith, history, abortion, and cultural responsibility—highlighting why protecting life remains one of the defining issues of our time.

As America nears its 250th anniversary, Tim Barton and Rabbi Daniel Lapin tackle one of the most important questions of our time: why does Israel matter to the American story? This episode explores the biblical roots of liberty, the moral foundations of nations, and how history repeats itself when faith is forgotten. With wisdom, clarity, and urgency, Rabbi Lapin connects ancient truths to modern challenges facing America and the world.