The United States is locked in a conflict with a nation defined by religious rule. Yet, instead of championing secular democracy, American officials are utilizing faith-based war messaging that mirrors the very rhetoric used by the Iranian regime. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has invoked God throughout the conflict, even likening the rescue of a downed American airman to the resurrection of Jesus Christ. After a recent ceasefire, he said that “our troops, our American warriors, deserve the credit...but God deserves all the glory.” We sat down with evangelical theologian Doug Wilson to discuss why he believes "God is on America's side" in what he calls a clash between Western civilization and an Islamic Sharia state. Is the line between church and state disappearing at the Pentagon? 💬 Let’s discuss in the comments. 🔗 Link in Bio for the full Today, Explained interview #DougWilson #IranConflict #FaithAndPolitics #PeteHegseth #MiddleEast