In the Gospel of John, chapter 8, verse 32, Jesus tells his disciples, “And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free.”  This is no casual remark. It is a foundational claim about the nature of freedom itself — that liberty is inseparable from truth. President Ronald Reagan, a statesman who grasped the religious roots of American liberty, once said, “Freedom prospers when religion is vibrant and the rule of law under God is acknowledged.”  Both Scripture and

The Wagner Faith & Freedom Center at Spring Arbor University is pleased to invite friends and supporters to a special luncheon program in Scottsdale, Arizona , on Monday, March 16, 2026 , at the beautiful Olive & Ivy  restaurant. This gathering will bring together members of the Spring Arbor University community for an afternoon of fellowship, encouragement, and thoughtful reflection on the vital intersection of faith, family, freedom, and Christian higher education . Feature

Revisiting the Insights of a Professor, Civil Rights Leader, Journalist, and Friend of MLK Jr.   On the occasion of Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2004, I had the privilege of interviewing and hosting Roger Wilkins [i] , now with the Lord, who shared not as a distant commentator but as a man who knew Dr. King well and who, with sobriety and affection, tried to “draw some lessons” from King’s life appropriate for us today.   Today, on MLK Day 2026, I publish online, for the first

Clergy content casting Mary as the “main character” of the Christmas story, infers she possessed the power to abort Jesus. This recast provides a revealing case study of a broader theological and jurisprudential shift. Drawing on constitutional theory, natural law, Christian theology, and historical precedent, the Article argues that such framing reflects the ascendancy of a secular progressive humanist worldview grounded in radical personal autonomy rather than unalienable r

And it came to pass in those days that a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that all the world should be registered. This census first took place while Quirinius was governing Syria. So all went to be registered, everyone to his own city. Joseph also went up from Galilee, out of the city of Nazareth, into Judea, to the city of David, which is called Bethlehem, because he was of the house and lineage of David, to be registered with Mary, his betrothed wife, who was with chi

Lansing, MI — October 20, 2025 This past Sunday, the Honorable William Wagner , Distinguished Chair for Faith and Freedom at the Wagner Faith & Freedom Center , addressed the congregation of South Church in Lansing  with a message centered on courage, conviction, and compassion . Speaking to a packed room, Wagner challenged Christians to live out biblical truth boldly—yet with the humility and respect that reflect Christ’s character. Courage Rooted in Truth Drawing from Scri

Marshal Michigan, October 19, 2025 This past weekend, men from across Michigan gathered at the Historic Withee Farm  for the Annual Bonfire Event , a tradition that blends fellowship, faith, and the renewal of purpose. Set against the crisp autumn backdrop of rural Michigan, the two-day gathering offered both reflection and challenge for those committed to living out their faith in public and private life. Fellowship Around the Fire The event opened Friday evening with the li

The Council for Christian Colleges & Universities, Law and Public Policy Conference, recently met in Dallas, Texas. This premier gathering of Christian scholars, legal practitioners, university presidents and human resource leaders engaged pressing cultural and constitutional questions shaping public life today. William was privileged to provide the opening devotion. His Biblical exposition reflected on “Guarding That Which Has Been Entrusted to Us,” setting a tone of prayerf

The Wagner Faith & Freedom Center at Spring Arbor University was honored to co-sponsor the 2025 Council for Christian Colleges & Universities (CCCU) Law and Public Policy Conference, held in Dallas, Texas. This premier gathering of Christian scholars, legal practitioners, university presidents and human resource leaders engaged pressing cultural and constitutional questions shaping public life today. As part of the conference, the Honorable William Wagner (Ret.), Distinguishe

The Wagner Faith & Freedom Center hosted a trip to Washington, D.C. Here is a day by day summary of our learning adventure including titles of the daily lectures and presentations. Day 1 Many of the national monuments reflect biblical principles and Christian faith. World War II Memorial Christian Heritage and Worldview Short Lecture - Freedom isn't Free I The World War II Memorial honors the 16 million Americans who served in the armed forces during the war and the more than

Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago — A Council of Evangelical Churches hosted a landmark gathering of pastors and ministry leaders from across the Caribbean, featuring a powerful keynote address by the Wagner Faith & Freedom Center. The event focused on equipping church leaders with a deeper understanding of the foundations of freedom, grounded in timeless principles of democracy, good governance, and the rule of law. Drawing from his newly presented work, The Foundations of

Episode 138 - Professor Wagner discusses the importance of leaders surrounding themselves with wise counsel. Listen Here To listen to other radio podcasts by Prof. Wm Wagner click here:

Episode 137 - Professor Wagner does a deep dive into what it means for a leader to seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness. Listen Here To listen to other radio podcasts by Prof. Wm Wagner click here:

Episode 136 - Professor Wagner does a deep dive into the Biblical leadership characteristics of Justice, Mercy, and Humility. Listen Here To listen to other radio podcasts by Prof. Wm Wagner click here:

Faith & Freedom - Episode 134 - Professor Wagner interviews Katherine Bussard about some heroes of the faith during Women's History Month.   To listen to more episodes of Faith & Freedom with Prof. Wm Wagner, go here:

Episode 131 – professor Wagner interviews Gary Mason about an upcoming opportunity to visit our nation’s capital. Listen Here To listen to more episodes of Faith & Freedom with Prof. Wm Wagner, go here:

Faith & Freedom - Episode 125 - Taking the Heart of Jesus to the Business World - Professor Wagner interviews successful business leader Justin Dalenberg. Listen Here

Episode 130 – Professor Wagner interviews John Moe, president of Whole Armor Law Enforcement Chaplaincy. Watch Here

Faith & Freedom Episode 128 – Professor William Wagner interviews Tom Davis, General Manager for SAU Radio on taking the heart of Jesus to the Culture. Listen Here

In this short video Prof. William Wagner discusses two of Jesus' parables, and the importance of surrendering all to God.