Culture & Christianity: The Allen Jackson Podcast

What does it actually take to survive five missions in space—and what is the U.S. doing to win the new space race? Former NASA Space Shuttle Commander Robert “Hoot” Gibson shares firsthand insight from decades in the cockpit, including the risks, breakthroughs, and behind-the-scenes reality of America’s journey to the moon and beyond. He explains how space exploration has shaped modern life on Ear...

What happens when you die? In this episode of Culture and Christianity, Gabe Poirot shares the moment he died, encountered Jesus, and returned after 18 days in a coma. His story challenges the difference between knowing about Jesus and truly knowing Him—and what that means for how we live today. This conversation will stretch your understanding of eternity, deepen your love for Jesus, and invite y...

This Holy Week, the question isn’t just what you believe—it’s where you stand. As we reflect on Easter, we’re reminded that faith was never meant to stay inside church walls or remain a private conviction. In this episode, Pastor Allen Jackson challenges us to choose belief over skepticism, step out of neutrality, and live our faith boldly in the world around us. God is moving—will you join Him?

What happens when faith is kept private in a world that’s anything but neutral? In this episode, Pastor Allen Jackson challenges the idea that Christianity belongs only inside church walls and calls believers to reclaim their influence in everyday life. Through personal stories and biblical insight, he unpacks why silence has cost the Church cultural ground—and what it looks like to lead with fait...

At just nine years old, David Nasser had a gun held to his head during the Iranian Revolution—but that moment was only the beginning of a story God would redeem. In this powerful conversation, Pastor Allen Jackson sits down with Nasser to hear his incredible journey—from growing up in Iran during the 1979 Iranian Revolution to finding faith in Jesus. After escaping a life marked by fear, violence,...

What does it really mean to be ready for the return of Jesus? In this powerful conversation, Pastor Allen Jackson sits down with John Bevere to discuss John's new book, The King Is Coming, and why the Second Coming isn’t just a prophetic event—it’s a wedding. They unpack what it means to “eagerly await” Christ’s return, how to remain in fellowship with Him, and why holy living is a response to gra...

As global tensions rise and the conflict with Iran unfolds, many believers are asking how Christians should respond in moments of war and uncertainty. In this episode of Culture & Christianity, Pastor Allen Jackson examines the situation through the lens of Scripture—discussing the reality of evil, the biblical context for confronting it, and the spiritual responsibility of the Church in turbu...

America’s health crisis isn’t just physical—it’s spiritual. In this episode of Culture & Christianity, Pastor Allen Jackson sits down with Jordan Rubin, co-founder of Ancient Nutrition, to explore what it means to honor God with our bodies. From the obesity epidemic to the confusion surrounding modern diet trends, they discuss why real food, prioritizing protein, and biblical stewardship matte...

What does it look like to follow Jesus while raising a family in the midst of conflict? In this conversation, Pastor Allen Jackson sits down with Yair and Anna Pinto, Christians living in Israel, who share their firsthand perspectives on the Israel–Gaza war through their social media platforms. Together, they explore faith, media narratives, military service, and the realities of parenting and com...

Have Christians always responded to Israel and the Jewish people in the right way? How should Christ-followers confront the reality of anti-Semitism while holding firmly to the truth that salvation comes through Jesus alone? In this conversation, Pastor Allen Jackson challenges the Church to reject arrogance, examine history honestly, and seek a biblically-grounded understanding of Israel and God’...

America is facing more than political or economic challenges—it’s a spiritual battle. In this episode of Culture & Christianity, Pastor Allen Jackson sits down with longtime sports broadcaster Hope Hines to discuss GAP 26, a nationwide call to prayer spreading across all 50 states. Together, they explore how prayer has the power to transform not only individual lives but cultures and nations....

Could lawlessness and deception actually mark the beginning of restoration? Can God use unlikely leaders—even in the midst of conflict and chaos—to advance His purposes? In this episode of Culture & Christianity, Pastor Allen Jackson confronts these questions through the lens of Scripture, reflecting on the first year of President Trump’s administration and what it has exposed about our nation...

Pastor Allen Jackson sits down with Daniel Boston, founder of Preserve Gold, to discuss how faith, wisdom, and stewardship can bring peace of mind in uncertain economic times. Even though inflation continues to rise, global tensions have increased, and financial systems feel unstable, they explore why preparation is not about fear—but responsibility. This conversation highlights the importance of...

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Should the Church stay out of politics? In this episode, Pastor Allen Jackson talks with Pastor Rob McCoy, Pastor Emeritus of Godspeak Calvary Chapel and former mayor of Thousand Oaks, California, about the Church’s vital role in shaping culture, politics, and the moral conscience of our nation. As pressure grows for Christians to stay silent, this conversation explains why faith and politics cann...

Throughout 2025, countless miracles and expressions of God’s power have been shared on this podcast. In this episode, we revisit five stories of God’s incredible intervention in the lives of His people, from miraculous diagnoses to blessings of peace, salvation, and deliverance from darkness. There’s no debate—God still does miracles, and He is committed to furthering His Kingdom, one person at a...

Should Christmas celebrations include Christmas trees and Santa Claus, or focus the solely on the nativity? In this podcast, Pastor Allen Jackson talks about how and why we celebrate Christmas, and what it looks like to bring Christmas joy to the people around us. The holiday season brings a tremendous amount of effort into our daily lives, but it’s also a time of the year when people are more ope...

Are you longing to see God move in fresh ways? In this episode, Pastor Allen unpacks the real reasons behind the challenges facing the modern church—and reveals how God is actively shaking and reshaping His people for the season ahead. Drawing powerful parallels to the Book of Acts, you’ll discover these struggles aren’t random—they’re part of a divine narrative that’s still unfolding. God is doin...

On October 7th, 2023, innocent lives were targeted and destroyed in ways most could never imagine. In this episode, Pastor Allen Jackson and Lt. Col. Keith Isaacson, chief of security for the Eshkol region on Israel’s Gaza border, reveal the untold horrors and the chilling reality of what took place. Shockingly, some of the worst atrocities were not carried out by the Hamas terrorists, but by thei...

Have you ever witnessed a miracle? In this episode, Pastor Allen and his father, George Jackson, discuss the moments when God brought healing to their family and intervened in ways they could never have predicted. Their family’s journey wasn’t defined by comfort or certainty, but by relying on God through medical crises, unexpected turns, and encounters that transformed their faith forever. Whethe...

Political unrest, moral confusion, and spiritual deception are increasing, leading many to ask if we are approaching the end of the age. In this episode, Pastor Allen Jackson examines the “birth pains” Jesus described and what they reveal about the times we are living in. He explores how spiritual deception, false ideologies, and ungodly leadership are shaping the times we live in—and what that me...

As America faces moral and cultural upheaval, the call for courageous faith has never been more clear. In this episode, Pastor Allen Jackson talks with Lt. Gen. (Ret.) William G. “Jerry” Boykin, a decorated Delta Force veteran and outspoken follower of Christ. Through stories from his military career, historical insight, and biblical teaching, General Boykin inspires the Church to stand firm, put...

In a media landscape increasingly shaped by ideology rather than truth, both faith and free speech are threatened by fear and censorship. In this episode, Pastor Allen Jackson sits down with Alex Marlow, editor-in-chief of Breitbart News; Jason Whitlock, award-winning sports journalist and commentator; Sage Steele, former ESPN anchor; and Eric Metaxas, bestselling author and radio host. Together,...

Is Islam truly a religion of peace? What is the real history of Palestine? Are the Jewish people of today the same as those of the Bible? From media narratives to academic institutions, we are witnessing a coordinated effort to rewrite history, suppress biblical truth, and confuse the Church on issues of faith, geopolitics, and identity. In this episode, Pastor Allen cuts through the noise to exam...