Best Megan Tasdeler Podcasts (2024)

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The Constitution Part 3 - Bringing Washington Out Of Retirement 18:30

1M ago18:30

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The Articles of Confederation were a disaster and needed to be replaced. However, the public would not accept tampering with them unless the one man they knew and trusted - George Washington - was involved in the process. He had to be convinced to come out of retirement and to oversee the Constitutional Convention. His sense of duty that led him to…

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The Constitution Part 2 - Needing To Replace The Articles Of Confederation 22:05

4M ago22:05

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Between the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution our nation was governed for a few years by the Articles of Confederation and Perpetual Union. Since the Founders abhorred the strong, centralized British government so much that they declared the American colonies independent from Britain, they didn't want to create another strong, centra…

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The First Great Awakening Part 4 - Fanning The Flame 15:40

6M ago15:40

15:40

John Marrant became a Christian after an encounter with George Whitefield and became an evangelist himself, mostly preaching to the Native Americans. Meanwhile, George Whitefield continued to travel throughout the colonies making friends (such as with Benjamin Franklin) and opponents (such as the querists) wherever he went. Through his faithful min…

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The First Great Awakening Part 5 - Uniting the Colonies 11:08

6M ago11:08

11:08

Through Whitefield's preaching, particularly through his "Father Abraham" sermon, God united the thirteen colonies. Despite division caused by geography and denominationalism, when the colonists were affected by revival, their divisions became inconsequential and they became aware that they were all equal before God and that they were a nation chos…

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The First Great Awakening Part 3 - Evangelizing Here, There, and Everywhere 17:41

6M ago17:41

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Learn how God worked through Jonathan Edwards, who was a world-class theologist involved from the early days of revival; through William Tennent, who founded a college for ministers; through Gilbert Tennent, who preached that ministers needed to be saved (really, he did!); through Samuel Davies, who influenced Patrick Henry, made the colonists awar…

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The First Great Awakening Part 2 - The Fields Are White For Harvest 16:24

6M ago16:24

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The American colonies had fallen into spiritual apathy, and they desperately needed to be stirred up again. God answered this need with the First Great Awakening. George Whitefield was a university student who came to know God in a powerful way and then set out to help others know Him too. After helping bring revival to England, Whitefield felt God…

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The First Great Awakening Part 1 - The Fire Had Died 15:21

6M ago15:21

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Although the first generation of colonists burned with intensity in their relationship with God, the second and third generations let that fire die. They were so blessed by God that they grew complacent. They needed something to happen to rouse them from their slumbers. Support the Show.By Megan Tasdeler

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Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1907 (Massachusetts) 15:56

8M ago15:56

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Celebrate Thanksgiving by hearing Massachusetts Governor Curtis Guild Jr.'s Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1907. Guild encourages us individually to spend time with our loved ones and corporately to be grateful for our blessings and to use them to help others. He reminds us of the example of the Pilgrims, who kept their eyes on God, trusting Him to b…

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The Constitution Part 1 - The Declaration of Independence & The Constitution 14:10

10M ago14:10

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Some believe that since God is not clearly named in the Constitution, that it is a humanistic document. However, God's fingerprints are all over it. Our Founders, who created the God-affirming Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, meant for them to work together. 1) The two documents helped unite the fledgling nation. 2) The Declaration…

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Chapter 11 (Meeting Talkative) 15:16

10M ago15:16

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Christian and Faithful continue on their path to the Celestial City. They meet Talkative, who seems to be a fellow believer, but upon closer inspection he is found to be wanting in his beliefs and actions. After Talkative leaves them, they meet Evangelist. Evangelist tells them he is proud of them for persevering on their journey, but for one of th…

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Chapter 10 (Meeting Faithful) 17:43

1y ago17:43

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Christian catches up with the owner of the encouraging voice, Faithful, and they decide to continue their journeys together. They discuss life in the City of Destruction after Christian left. Then Faithful relates his journey thus far, which includes resisting temptation, being beaten unconscious, and addressing those trying to make him feel discon…

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Chapter 9 Part 2 (The Valley of the Shadow of Death) 17:27

1y ago17:27

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Christian has defeated the mighty Apollyon, but his trials are not over. Now he must face the deadly and terrifying Valley of the Shadow of Death. Despite being warned not to enter the valley, he does so, as he realizes he has no other choice. There, he faces fiends and Wicked Ones, deep ditches and quagmires, and Giants Pope and Pagan. He prays fo…

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Chapter 9 Part 1 (Apollyon) 15:21

1y ago15:21

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After the mountaintop high of his stay at House Beautiful, Christian descends into the Valley of Humiliation. There, he is confronted by Apollyon. Like the devil in Matthew 4, Apollyon tries to use words to manipulate Christian into returning to the City of Destruction. When that doesn't work, the gloves come off and the battle begins. Support the …

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Chapter 8 (House Beautiful) 12:34

1+ y ago12:34

12:34

Christian encounters two lions on the path, but he is able to pass between them safely after some encouragement by Watchful. He then goes to House Beautiful, where he is interrogated. He passes the test and enjoys a meal and a good night's sleep. Then the ladies of the house show him the "excellence of that place," particularly the study and armory…

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Historical Background Part 2 17:37

1+ y ago17:37

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Tyndale laid the foundation for the Reformation in England through his English translation of the Bible. Henry VIII tore England away from the Catholic Church and created the Church of England, but then Mary I returned the country to Catholicism. Elizabeth I pulled it out again and insisted on uniformity amongst all the churches. James I and Charle…

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Historical Background Part 1 13:08

1+ y ago13:08

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Without the Protestant Reformation, The Pilgrim's Progress would not exist. Here is a brief overview of how John Wycliffe, Jan Hus, and Martin Luther helped birth the Reformation. Warning: Discussion of martyrdom Support the Show.By Megan Tasdeler

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Historical Background Part 3 (Bunyan's Background) 11:34

1+ y ago11:34

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Bunyan began life by going to the school of hard knocks, and he was known for his coarse language and behavior. Yet, God grabbed ahold of him and guided him safely through a spiritual crisis. Bunyan then became known as a pastor and preacher. After refusing to recant his Puritan beliefs, he spent twelve years in jail, which gave him time to write. …

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Introduction 14:57

1+ y ago14:57

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John Bunyan's The Pilgrim's Progress is a best-selling classic allegory that has influenced Christians for centuries. In the Introduction, we look at what the title means; what allegory is; why Bunyan used allegory; and when, where, and why he wrote his book. Support the Show.By Megan Tasdeler

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The Liberty Bell Part 2 - A Patriotic Symbol Of Freedom 23:46

1+ y ago23:46

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Instead of being melted down, this broken bell became a powerful symbol of freedom. During the 1800s, it became (incorrectly) linked to the War for Independence, a prophetic symbol for freeing the slaves, and a means to help unify the broken nation after the Civil War. During the 1900s, the bell was used to gain support for causes where freedom was…

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Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1789 (George Washington) 15:26

1+ y ago15:26

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This Thanksgiving, take a few minutes to appreciate all that God has done for the citizens of the United States. Step back in time and learn about President George Washington and his Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1789. Washington wanted Americans to be thankful to God for the creation of the country and to pray for His continued blessing on it. It s…

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Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1989 (George H.W. Bush) 12:15

1+ y ago12:15

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Celebrate Thanksgiving by hearing President George H. W. Bush's Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1989. Note how President Bush models his proclamation after first President George Washington's Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1789, how we need to pray to the "ruler of Nations," and how we need to focus on being grateful for God's blessings. Let us remember…

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The Liberty Bell - From Creation To Crack 19:55

1+ y ago19:55

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How did a cracked and useless bell come to have such a hold on American culture? Learn how the Liberty Bell was created (with a whole lot of drama), how it was used, and how it developed its famous crack. Support the Show.By Megan Tasdeler

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Spanish and French Missionaries To The New World Part 1 - Murder, Mita, and Misappropriation 11:42

2y ago11:42

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The New World was covered in darkness. It became even darker as Spain conquered and enslaved the indigenous peoples and pillaged their lands. Three case studies provide examples of this: 1) Pizzaro's murder of Atahualpa and his search for treasure; 2) the mita system at the Potosi silver mine; and 3) the encomienda system. Warning: Discussion of mu…

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Spanish and French Missionaries To The New World Part 2 - Bringing Light Into The Darkness 11:51

2y ago11:51

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Spain sought to change the New World into a Mini-Me, and as part of that, it wanted the indigenous peoples to convert to Christianity. Church leaders came up with a missions plan, which eventually grew from travelling priests into the missions compounds that can still be found throughout Florida, the Southwest U.S., and Central and South America. T…

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Spanish And French Missionaries To The New World Part 3 - Protecting And Moving Forward 14:58

2y ago14:58

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Into the darkness of the Spanish conquest of the New World came pinpricks of light in the form of missionary friars. This video takes a quick look at two of these friars: Bartolome de las Casas and Junipero Serra. De las Casas was named "Protector of the Indians," and he used his position of power to expose the atrocities being committed by the Spa…

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Spanish and French Missionaries To The New World Part 4 - Exploration And Martyrdom 18:04

2y ago18:04

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Now the French Jesuits got in on the act in the Great Lakes region. Jacques Marquette was a missionary to the Illinois and explored the Wisconsin, Mississippi, and Illinois rivers. John de Brebeuf became the "Apostle to the Hurons" and died a horrific martyr's death at the hands of the Iroquois. The seeds planted by these and other missionaries int…

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'In God We Trust' - From Fact To National Motto 18:59

2y ago18:59

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Our national motto, 'In God We Trust,' can be found on U.S. currency, stamps, and public buildings. From colonial times to the present day, the motto has reflected this nation's trust in God for guidance and protection in good times and bad. Although some believe our national motto does not belong in the public arena because it references God, it h…

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Christopher Columbus Part 3 - His Failures In His Success 12:07

2y ago12:07

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Columbus has returned to Europe in triumph, but his character does not hold up under the weight of his success. He alienates three monarchs; lies; and demands titles, recognition, and wealth. After being "encouraged" to return to the New World, he discovers that those who had been left behind are all dead and that the cannibalistic Caribs have stru…

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Christopher Columbus Part 4 - God's Not Done With Him 12:43

2y ago12:43

12:43

Although Columbus was a phenomenal explorer, he was a terrible governor. Eventually, he was replaced and sent to Spain in chains. After being freed, he returned to the New World to explore the Caribbean and Central America. Though he had drifted from God, God called Columbus to repent and to return to Him. And so, he did. Warning: Discussion of rap…

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Christopher Columbus Part 2 - The New World 15:52

2y ago15:52

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Join Columbus as he sets sail on a voyage of discovery. After an almost-aborted journey, he finds a New World filled with kind Arawaks, mind-blowing flora and fauna, and treasure. Then his captaining skills are challenged by the desertion of the Pinta, the destruction of the Santa Maria, and two hurricanes. Support the Show.…

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Christopher Columbus Part 1 - Preparing To Voyage Into The Unknown 14:34

2y ago14:34

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Christopher Columbus was and still is a controversial figure. He believed he was to bring God's light into the darkness of the unknown world. He developed sailing and mapmaking skills but was mocked for his plan to sail due west across the Atlantic Ocean. After some divine intervention, he found favor in the court of King Ferdinand and Queen Isabel…

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America's Godly Heritage

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The Constitution Part 3 - Bringing Washington Out Of Retirement 18:30

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The Constitution Part 2 - Needing To Replace The Articles Of Confederation 22:05

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The First Great Awakening Part 4 - Fanning The Flame 15:40

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The First Great Awakening Part 5 - Uniting the Colonies 11:08

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The First Great Awakening Part 3 - Evangelizing Here, There, and Everywhere 17:41

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The First Great Awakening Part 2 - The Fields Are White For Harvest 16:24

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The First Great Awakening Part 1 - The Fire Had Died 15:21

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Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1907 (Massachusetts) 15:56

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The Constitution Part 1 - The Declaration of Independence & The Constitution 14:10

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Chapter 11 (Meeting Talkative) 15:16

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Chapter 10 (Meeting Faithful) 17:43

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Chapter 9 Part 2 (The Valley of the Shadow of Death) 17:27

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Chapter 9 Part 1 (Apollyon) 15:21

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Chapter 8 (House Beautiful) 12:34

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Historical Background Part 2 17:37

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Historical Background Part 1 13:08

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Historical Background Part 3 (Bunyan's Background) 11:34

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The Pilgrim's Progress - Introduction 14:57

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The Liberty Bell Part 2 - A Patriotic Symbol Of Freedom 23:46

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Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1789 (George Washington) 15:26

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Thanksgiving Proclamation of 1989 (George H.W. Bush) 12:15

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The Liberty Bell - From Creation To Crack 19:55

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Spanish and French Missionaries To The New World Part 1 - Murder, Mita, and Misappropriation 11:42

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Spanish and French Missionaries To The New World Part 2 - Bringing Light Into The Darkness 11:51

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Spanish And French Missionaries To The New World Part 3 - Protecting And Moving Forward 14:58

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Spanish and French Missionaries To The New World Part 4 - Exploration And Martyrdom 18:04

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'In God We Trust' - From Fact To National Motto 18:59

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Christopher Columbus Part 3 - His Failures In His Success 12:07

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Christopher Columbus Part 4 - God's Not Done With Him 12:43

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Christopher Columbus Part 2 - The New World 15:52

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Christopher Columbus Part 1 - Preparing To Voyage Into The Unknown 14:34

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