God, Country & the American Story With Billy Hallowell

"The Chosen" creator Dallas Jenkins reveals the key moment in his theatrical Christmas special that delivers a powerful message we all must heed.
"There's such a beautiful contrast between the raw humanity of what Jesus arrived in and how he really came in as one of us as, a crying baby to a scared teenager in the midst of a dirty pen where there were animals," Jenkins said.
He then revealed one of the surprising moments that truly drives home the humble nature of Christ's arrival — the inclusion of animal dung to illustrate the meek and unassuming elements of Jesus' birth.

Show Notes

"The Chosen" creator Dallas Jenkins reveals the key moment in his theatrical Christmas special that delivers a powerful message we all must heed.

"There's such a beautiful contrast between the raw humanity of what Jesus arrived in and how he really came in as one of us as, a crying baby to a scared teenager in the midst of a dirty pen where there were animals," Jenkins said.

He then revealed one of the surprising moments that truly drives home the humble nature of Christ's arrival — the inclusion of animal dung to illustrate the meek and unassuming elements of Jesus' birth.

What is God, Country & the American Story With Billy Hallowell?

"God, Country & the American Story" is a groundbreaking new podcast from The Washington Times that explores the powerful role the Christian faith has had in the lives of America’s leaders, from the founders to the movers and shakers of today.

Veteran journalist and author Billy Hallowell sits down with lawmakers, high-ranking officials, business titans, historians, faith leaders, and cultural influencers to examine how belief in God has guided the nation’s most powerful leaders and pivotal moments - and continues to fuel the American experiment.

This series honors America’s spiritual heritage while tackling today’s most pressing questions: How has faith shaped the nation? What role does it play in the lives of public officials? And what does the future hold for faith and freedom in America?

As the country prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, join us for thought-provoking conversations that uncover the soul of a nation—rooted in God and destined for greatness.