This week, Frank takes us behind the scenes of an exclusive, once-in-a-lifetime tour of the U.S. Capitol guided by Speaker Mike Johnson, who knows the history of our country, including its foundations in Judeo-Christian tradition. From hidden rooms and historic artifacts to conversations about faith, government, and America's founding principles, you'll get an insider's look at one of the most iconic buildings in the world! Along with hearing some fun stories, you'll see:Who else joined Frank on this exclusive tour and what were their biggest takeaways?Why is a statue of Billy Graham inside the Capitol Crypt?Is the Declaration of Independence a deistic or theistic document?Where do our rights come from, and how does the media not know this?What did Benjamin Franklin believe about God?Where did the 6th President, John Quincy Adams, die? How did he influence the 16th President, Abraham Lincoln? And what important faith lesson did Speaker Johnson learn from the relationship?The best photo op in all of Washington!What sports memorabilia and priceless paintings are in the Speaker’s office?Why did President Trump want to trade Jefferson for Polk, and how did the “Art of the Deal” become the “Deal of the Art”?Why is there a bullet hole in the House Chamber ceiling?What is Moses doing in the House Chamber?What dangerous ideology threatens the foundations of Western civilization?Why the Speaker thinks it’s important that Christians are informed and vote.Why Americans should be grateful that we were born on third base.You’ll also hear the most poignant letter anyone can write to a grieving mother. It was the letter President Lincoln wrote to Ms. Lydia Bixby– a woman who lost five sons in the civil war.As we remember the true meaning of Memorial Day and honor those who sacrificed their lives for our freedom here in America, meditate on the sacrifice of Jesus. He sacrificed his life for everyone--not only here on earth, but for eternity in heaven. Please share this one with others!If you enjoyed this podcast episode PLEASE HELP US SPREAD THE TRUTH OF CHRISTIANITY BY SUPPORTING OUR MINISTRY USING THE LINK BELOW. 100% of your donation goes to ministry, 0% to buildings!Resources mentioned during the episode:Donate to CrossExamined - https://donor.crossexamined.org/

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