Conversations That Matter

In this episode of Conversations That Matter, host Jon Harris welcomes back Pastor Michael Clary to discuss his new book Loser Theology. Clary defines loser theology as a pietistic vibe that tells Christians they are supposed to lose in culture, politics, and society — and to feel spiritual about it. He critiques prominent leaders, exposes the double standard on political engagement, and explains...

William Allen tells his story of growing up in a Mid-Western Christian Home and wanting to be a girl, even though he was a boy. He even got married, but after three years of marriage decided he wanted to transition. Allen shares his journey to faith in Christ and de-transitioning, why transgenderism is harmful and wicked, and how to approach someone struggling or embracing this ideology for themse...

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In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon talks about issues of the day including the Supreme Court's ruling on birthright citizenship, the growing divide in America, the ecumenicism of the Christ is King Conference, the PCUSA's membership decline, and the meaning of the Declaration of Independence. To Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/ Become a Patron htt...

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In this episode of Conversations That Matter, Jon delivers a clear, Scripture-grounded evaluation of the top news impacting Christians over the past two weeks. He breaks down the big progressive wins in New York City, where Mayor Zohran Mamdani-endorsed candidates Brad Lander, Claire Valdez, and Darializa Avila Chevalier swept their Democratic congressional primaries — ousting establishment incumb...

Jon and David Harris debrief on the Southern Baptist Convention 2026 including the Truth and Unity Amendment, the election of Willy Rice, the resolution on immigration and antisemitism, and general impressions. 0:00 - Introduction, First Impressions & Massive Scale of SBC 2026 4:00 - Exhibitor Hall, Extravagance, Political Dynamics & Family SBC History 8:30 - Key Votes: Truth & Unity A...

Jon Harris talks about the news of the day including the election of Willy Rice to the SBC, how Pride Month celebrations are diminishing, and how ecumenicism is becoming more common. To Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/ Become a Patron https://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcast Substack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris19...

The Southern Baptist Convention’s annual meeting is next week in Orlando, and this one actually feels different. Jon Harris gives a clear-eyed breakdown of the last decade of decline — from Great Commission Resurgence failures, social justice influence, CRT, female pastors, and massive spending on abuse investigations — and why conservatives finally have a real opportunity for renewal. Topics cove...

In this episode, I break down the Rio Grande Presbytery’s trial of PCA pastor Zach Garris—how their case against him on slavery views backfired, resulting in a controversial “corrupt speech” conviction instead. A revealing look at judicial process, ideological tensions, and potential fallout in the PCA. To Support the Podcast:  https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/ Become a Patron https://www.pa...

Jon Harris examines the top Christian Conservative news of the week: the PCA Rio Grande Presbytery’s vote to censure Zach Garris for unwholesome speech in online exchanges (while acquitting him on the slavery-related charge), the Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church’s new report condemning Kinism and race realism, and McLean Bible Church’s loss in a Virginia appeals court case over a disputed 20...

Jon Harris sits down with Pastor Chase Davis to discuss his new book Offensive Christianity Restoring the Strength of Men in a Feminized Age. They examine the roots of weakness in the modern church, the failures of both seeker sensitive evangelicalism and neo pagan responses, and what authentic biblical manhood looks like rooted in theology, biology, glory, and dominion. Full of practical wisdom f...

Daniel McCarthy (Heritage Foundation & Modern Age) joins Jon Harris to discuss the evolution of Republican foreign policy from Reagan to Trump, the defeat of Thomas Massie, and the tension between restraint, realism, and neoconservatism. A must-watch for conservatives wrestling with America’s role in the world today. Topics include: Reagan’s peace through strength, Bush-era nation-building, Tr...

Jon Harris sits down with journalist and author Megan Basham to discuss her journey of faith amid cancer. While her book Shepherds for Sale climbed the New York Times bestseller list, Megan was undergoing chemotherapy and radiation for stage 3 colon cancer (later upgraded to stage 4). She opens up about the fear, the fight, the deep spiritual lessons learned in the valley, and how God has drawn he...

Jon Harris unpacks Thomas Massie’s defeat, Trump’s strategic endorsements, the latest election outcomes, the mosque shooting in California, the SBC woman pastor controversy, and the intensifying push toward ecumenism through both social alliances and spiritual muddiness. To Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/ Become a Patron https://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcast Substac...

Jon Harris debunks the viral claim by Congresswoman Anna Paulina Luna that the King James Bible was created so Henry VIII could remarry, examines the Pope’s award to an Iranian diplomat, analyzes the Rededicate America event in D.C. featuring Franklin Graham and J.D. Vance, and weighs in on the Trump statue “golden calf” controversy. He also dives into the Christian Nationalism debate with J.D. Gr...

Jon Harris examines Russell Brand’s new book “How to Become a Christian in Seven Days,” published by Tucker Carlson Books. While acknowledging some positive elements, Jon warns that the book mixes truth with serious theological errors, New Age influences, and a dangerous conflation of political “red-pilling” with genuine spiritual regeneration. Jon discusses the difference between a true biblical...

Jon covers news of the day including the push with the SBC to focus on Paul Pressler, confusion over Sam Allberry, the election results from last week, a little Middle Eastern Foreign Policy, The Pope's pro-illegal migration appointee, the Christian Reformed Church downsizing, the alleged "secret" aliens meeting, and more! To Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/...

Sam Allberry's views on Same Sex Attraction have been controversial for years. Within the evangelical movement, Allberry proports to value singles and same-sex attracted people while still holding a high position of marriage and family. This is attractive to many who want orthodox doctrine without what they see as a stereotypical judgmental attitude. Unfortunately, Sam Allberry's theology...

Jon Harris examines the state of the American church in 2026 — a time of spiritual interest among Gen Z, rising Bible sales, and public figures talking about Christianity, yet mixed with confusion, pastoral failures, and the risk of counterfeit revival. Drawing from statistics, personal reflections, and Scripture, Jon calls Christians to stand faithfully with the true church, prioritize the gospel...

Jon Harris discusses the Supreme Court’s major Voting Rights Act ruling that limits racial gerrymandering and could deliver Republicans additional congressional seats, the latest Trump assassination attempt and the shooter’s manifesto, and why Christians must reject conspiracy-driven narratives that blame Jews or Israel for everything. He also covers the state of the American church, encouraging s...

Jon Harris discusses whether James Talarico can be considered a Christian given his support for abortion and transgenderism, critiques David French's reluctance to draw boundaries, and covers current events including the SPLC's informant scandal, Virginia redistricting drama, and SBC issues. He then responds in-depth to critics of his recent article on Jewish people, Romans 9-11, land prom...

In this episode, we examine the historiography of the Lost Cause from the original post-war vindications, to the North-South reconciliation truce of the early 20th century, to how modern professional historians reframed it as a dangerous “myth.” We also discuss Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger’s recent laws targeting Confederate heritage groups and Robert E. Lee license plates, and why the ong...

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Judd Saul of Equipping the Persecuted discusses the ongoing killings of Christians in Nigeria. He explains how the Nigerian government is spending millions on a DC lobbying firm to deny the genocide and shape the narrative in Washington. He calls on Christians to help their persecuted brothers and sisters through practical aid and by urging Congress to pass the Nigeria Accountability Act. Watch to...