The Washington Defender Podcast

Is church the locker room, or the game? Discover how healing hearts, genuine community, and bold love can reshape families, policy, and the next generation far beyond Sunday mornings. How might lives, policies, and communities look different if every believer—and every pastor—viewed daily work, relationships, and public service as ministry grounded in authentic love and biblical conviction? In an honest dialogue, Pastors Brian and Chris share why restoring hearts, bridging generations, and bringing authentic faith into the public square matters more than titles or platforms. They urge listeners to break down barriers—seeing all vocations as ministry, loving generously, listening well, and engaging boldly in policy and community issues, trusting that true change begins with the church re-entering the public square with open hearts and wise, loving action. We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry  Donate Today - https://fpiw.bndlr.co/

Today is Old Testament TuesdayWould you dare to watch an illustrated sermon of judgment, exile, and food scarcity—where every day and every action paints a vivid picture of God’s seriousness about sin and His love that disciplines? Do you recognize areas in your life where you’ve grown numb to sin, forgetting just how seriously God deals with disobedience, and how lovingly He invites repentance?  In this episode, Ezekiel 4’s symbolic acts reveal the intense consequences of Israel’s and Judah’s sins—reminding listeners that God both warns and corrects those he loves. From dramatic visual sermons to a call for personal repentance, the devotional invites everyone to reflect, turn back, and embrace God’s discipline as a sign of His enduring love and holiness. We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry  Donate Today - https://fpiw.bndlr.co/

Are you truly ready to share the message that changes everything—Jesus’s death, burial, resurrection, and appearance—with those around you today? Discover the “secret sauce” that unlocks all of Scripture—find out how one message can transform hearts, change lives, and even shape the public square! This devotional dives into Romans and 1 Corinthians to define the Gospel as the death, burial, resurrection, and appearance of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the importance of being eager to share this transformative message. Listeners are encouraged to internalize and communicate this central truth, recognizing its power to change hearts and societies from the inside out. We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry

Will today be the day you intentionally seek and gather spiritual fruit—through sharing the gospel and encouraging maturity—in your workplace, neighborhood, and every encounter? In this Washington Defender Daily Devotional, Pastor Brian Noble inspires listeners to become active harvesters of spiritual fruit in all spheres of public life. Using Romans 1:13-15 and Jesus’s teachings on the harvest, he urges believers to pray, care, and share the gospel, demonstrating compassion even among those who seem far from faith. Pastor Brian encourages readiness to both lead others to Christ and nurture growth among fellow believers, emphasizing that God can use every moment and relationship for lasting impact in Washington's public square We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry  

What if Washington’s public square were transformed by Christians living steadfast, mature lives, established in the Gospel of Jesus? Today will be a day when your roots go deep in your faith, producing authentic fruit in your workplaces and communities, unshaken by challenges. Let's dive in In this Washington Defender Daily Devotional, Pastor Brian Noble unpacks what it means to be truly established in Christ. Drawing on scriptures like Romans 1, Colossians 2, and Ephesians 2, he encourages believers to let their roots grow deep in God’s word, receive salvation as a gift, and actively bear good fruit in every sphere of life. Pastor Brian urges maturity, discernment, humility, and faithfulness through trials, casting a vision of Christians who impact their workplaces and communities by living out genuine love and biblical values. We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry  

Imagine a future where every encounter—in family, work, and public life—is shaped by relentless prayer, fueling a wave of healing, wisdom, and unity across Washington. What could happen if every believer truly prayed for friends, leaders, and even their enemies? In this Washington Defender Daily Devotional, Pastor Brian Noble calls listeners to become people of prayer across every sphere of life. Drawing from scriptures like Romans 1, James 5, Ephesians 6, and Matthew 5, he teaches practical steps for praying over friends, the church, enemies, and all people encountered each day. Pastor Brian emphasizes the transformative power of intercession to fill lives with God’s wisdom and healing, encouraging believers to pray boldly in both public and private. The episode rallies the faithful to advance biblical values in the public square through consistent, heartfelt prayer. We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry 

Imagine a future where communities rediscover kindness, where truth and humility reshape every public debate, and local churches become the backbone of hope—can pastors spark this new era of compassion in Washington? In this “Pastor to Pastor” episode, Pastor Brian Noble challenges church leaders to teach their congregations authentic, practical love based on the teachings of Jesus and 1 Corinthians 13. He unpacks the necessity of kindness, humility, and principled truth in the public square, urging pastors to cultivate endurance and hope amid cultural shifts. The episode calls on leaders to implement strategic community outreach, pray for elected officials, and unite conservative voices—casting a vision for churches to be catalysts for change across Washington. We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry 

What would your day look like if gratitude—not stress or circumstance—guided both your faith and your interactions with others? Discover practical ways to cultivate true thankfulness and spread encouragement wherever you go. Pastor Brian Noble encourages listeners to start their day by giving thanks to God, not just for material blessings, but specifically through the redeeming work of Jesus Christ. Citing biblical examples from 1 Chronicles 16, Noble invites believers to express gratitude for God's continual faithfulness, redemption, and the transformation experienced through Him We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry 

What does authentic spiritual leadership look like when the culture around you is changing—are you equipping your church to disciple and impact the public square, or just surviving the spiritual battle? Discover your next move as a pastor in today’s episode. Pastor Brian Noble opens the program by emphasizing the importance of pastors equipping themselves and their congregations to engage the public square with biblical values. Drawing from Matthew 28, Noble discusses the spiritual mission to “go and make disciples of all nations,” stressing that pastors hold a dual responsibility: not only training their churches for good works, but personally leading outreach efforts within their communities. He confronts challenges facing congregations—including injustice, discrimination, and rising secular ideologies—and urges practical action rooted in Christ’s authority. Noble highlights FPIW’s outreach resources, including a strategic calendar designed for individual, group, and church-wide initiatives to impact the public square, and encourages praying for elected officials at every level. He invites pastors to engage further via FPIW.org and the Defender app, which connects conservative Christians and mobilizes them to defend family values through action and awareness. The episode concludes with a prayer for wisdom and effectiveness in discipleship, as well as a call to invest in local outreach and biblical engagement. We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry 

Are you genuinely a peacemaker, or are you just faking peace to keep the peace at work? Discover what it really means to be set apart and bring lasting peace—even when the world around you is in chaos. Pastor Brian Noble, from the Family Policy Institute of Washington, delivers a daily devotional centered on the biblical concept of peace. Drawing from Romans 1:7, Psalm 4:8, and Matthew 5:9–12, he encourages listeners to embrace peace that comes from God, even amid personal or professional challenges. Noble contrasts “peace fakers,” “peace breakers,” and true “peacemakers,” urging believers to stand for righteousness, even if it invites persecution or insult. Through practical examples and scriptural references, he reminds Christians to demonstrate authentic peace in their environments, as an outflow of the Holy Spirit, and to do so boldly yet lovingly. The devotional concludes with encouragement to reflect Christ in public life and a prayer seeking God's guidance and peace for the day. We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry 

Pastor, are you ready to step into your calling as a watchman and speak God’s truth even when the world refuses to listen? Pastor Brian Noble encourages pastors to embrace their biblical role as watchmen, drawing lessons from Ezekiel chapter 3. He urges leaders to preach the full counsel of God—even when it’s difficult or unpopular—and to faithfully warn both the wicked and the righteous of the consequences of straying from God's will. The devotional emphasizes prayer, discipleship of elected officials, and courage for pastors as they guide their flocks in a spiritually challenging climate, reminding them that God has strategically placed them in their communities and empowered them with His Spirit to stand firm and lead well. We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry 

Are you ready to let God's word speak through you today and become a watchman to your own people? God has strategically placed you in your workplace to be bold and live an active faith led by the word of God. You are sent to Your Own People. Let’s Dive in. Pastor Brian Noble reflects on Ezekiel chapter 3, emphasizing the importance of speaking God’s truth to those around us—whether they listen or not. He compares Ezekiel’s calling to our own responsibility as believers to serve as “watchmen” in the public square, warning both the wicked and the righteous when necessary. The message encourages boldness, compassion, and active faith, reminding listeners that God equips them, empowers them through the Holy Spirit, and strategically places them to make a difference in their communities. We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry 

"Are you living by cheap grace, or is God's real grace empowering your life today?" Pastor Brian Noble discusses Romans 1:7 and explains the difference between "cheap grace" and true grace, emphasizing that God's grace empowers believers to live righteously, not to excuse sin. He encourages listeners to remember that God's grace and glory are gifts that strengthen them for integrity and uprightness in daily work and public life, calling them to be set apart and to stand for righteousness through God’s empowering grace. We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry 

What if you saw yourself not as a sinner struggling to become a saint, but as a saint empowered to live differently today? Discover the identity that changes everything. Pastor Brian Noble’s devotional unpacks what it means to be “set apart” as a saint, based on Romans 1:7 and other scriptures. He explains that sainthood isn’t reserved for the spiritual elite, but is the identity of every Christian, made pure and holy by Jesus’ work. Rather than living as sinners trying to become saints, believers are saints who may sometimes stumble but are already cleansed, called, and equipped to bring light to their workplaces, homes, and communities. Pastor Brian encourages embracing this identity and living with moral courage and gratitude, ending with a prayer to walk confidently in the new life God has given. We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry 

Discover how understanding yourself as God’s beloved can transform your day—whether you're working, parenting, or facing difficult people—and inspire you to share that love with others. Pastor Brian Noble’s devotional centers on the theme of being God’s beloved, drawing from Romans 1:7 and 1 John to remind listeners that God loves them deeply and unconditionally. He encourages listeners to let God’s love shape how they interact with others—showing patience, kindness, and forgiveness in daily life. No matter your circumstances or challenges, you are set apart and cherished by God, and called to let that love shine through your actions in the world. The message concludes with a prayer to embody God’s love, release resentment, and advance biblical values in everyday life.  We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry 

Discover how being "set apart for the gospel" isn’t just a doctrine—it's your daily mission to impact lives, share hope, and walk with boldness in the power of the Holy Spirit. Are you ready to live the gospel and light up your world today? Pastor Brian Noble’s devotional centers on Romans 1:1-6, exploring the meaning of being “set apart for the gospel.” He highlights Old Testament prophecies—such as Genesis 3:15, Isaiah 7:14, Isaiah 53:5, and Micah 5:2—that foretell Jesus’s birth, life, and purpose. The gospel is defined, as Paul does in 1 Corinthians 15:1-8, by the death, burial, resurrection, and appearance of Jesus Christ. The exhortation calls listeners to bring the truths of Jesus to their workplace and public life, emphasizing that Christ’s resurrection is supported both biblically and historically, referencing the eyewitnesses mentioned in scripture. Pastor Noble encourages walking in the power of the Holy Spirit, sharing faith boldly, and praying for opportunities to impact others. He closes with a prayer for courage, discernment, and the fire of the gospel to inspire listeners to make a difference for God in everyday life. We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry 

Feeling the weight of darkness in today’s culture? Discover how bold preaching can empower your congregation to carry truth, courage, and intercession into Washington’s public square. Pastor Brian Noble urges faith leaders to address cultural issues with honesty and courage, emphasizing the realities of darkness and spiritual struggle faced by believers in workplaces and public life. Drawing from Isaiah 13, the episode offers practical strategies for pastors: encourage congregants to “armor up,” intercede for communities, and stand for absolute truth despite social pressure. The message concludes with an invitation to collective action and resources (like the Defender app), highlighting the power of coming together to advocate for biblical values throughout Washington State We are changing our hearts so we can change the public square. If you would like to start a public square ministry, explore these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry

Do you know your calling? Today, Pastor Brian Noble challenges you to see your daily work as a divine mission—no matter your job, you are set apart to glorify God in the public square. Pastor Brian Noble’s devotional “Set Apart: Called” centers on the biblical idea that every believer is divinely called and set apart to influence the world for God, not just in religious settings but especially in daily public life. Using Romans 1:1 and Romans 1:6, he highlights that our workplaces and roles—whether as street sweepers or governors—are platforms for sharing Christ and advancing biblical values. The message stresses the importance of responding immediately to God’s call and serving as “salt and light” wherever we are. Pastor Brian concludes by praying for all public officials and reminding listeners that every moment can be used for God’s purpose in the public square. We are transforming our hearts so we can shape the public square. If you're interested in starting a public square ministry, check out these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry 

What happens when two leaders join forces to ignite faith-driven change in their communities? This conversation showcases Pastor Brian and Pastor Tom sharing insights from their journey of collaborative ministry, emphasizing the importance of authentic relationships, mutual support, and intentional action to drive meaningful results. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on how purposeful partnerships can transform both personal faith and public outreach in today’s world. We are changing our hearts so we can change the public square. If you would like to start a public square ministry, explore these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry

Unlock the secret to living set apart—discover how becoming a bond servant of Christ transforms your work, your home, and your public life into powerful platforms for impact, purpose, and eternal boldness. Get ready to choose servanthood over comfort, and let God turn your ordinary week into an extraordinary mission. Join Pastor Brian Noble for a devotional that empowers you to embrace your identity as a bond servant of Jesus Christ. Learn how biblical redemption shapes your daily actions with humility, boldness, and forgiveness, inspiring you to defend and advance biblical values while blessing others everywhere you go. We are changing our hearts so we can change the public square. If you would like to start a public square ministry, explore these free resources - https://fpiw.org/public-square-ministry