Ron Johnson Discipleship Podcast

In this episode, we examined the recent grand jury indictment involving the Southern Poverty Law Center, which many see as confirming long‑held concerns that the organization has functioned less as a neutral watchdog and more as a political weapon—used to legitimize the targeting, marginalization, and silencing of Christian and conservative organizations and movements across the country. We also a...

Recently, a prominent megachurch pastor sparked conversation by suggesting that political idolatry and ideology are fueling deep polarization within the Christian community. This raises important questions: Are faithfulness to Christ and the pursuit of cultural transformation inherently in conflict? Does wholehearted devotion to Jesus require disengaging from the political arena—or is there a fait...

In this episode Pastor Ron shares the amazing work and ministry God is doing over in Zambia, as well as an update on the ARISE campaign, an update on Iran, and how important our mid-term elections are.

This past week we witnessed some major victories: a miraculous rescue of a downed American pilot in Iran, an historic SCOTUS ruling on transgender insanity, and an astronaut praising God from outer space to name a few. We are awaiting another ruling on the issue of "Birthright Citizenship" that could shape the future of America forever. Finally, we weigh in on the upcoming mid-terms and...

"No Kings" protests sweep the nation, unmasking a coordinated radical coalition. While activists shout revolution, real tyranny quietly targets biblical truth—and even the Pope struggles to draw clear moral lines. Find out more at https://ron-johnson-discipleship-podca.pinecast.co

The Iranian women’s national soccer team stood in silent defiance as their national anthem played—a quiet but unmistakably bold protest that reverberated across the world. Their act of courage drew the wrath of a brutal regime, which branded them “wartime traitors.” Suddenly, these athletes faced an excruciating decision: flee their homeland in pursuit of freedom, or return to loved ones who could...

A rising wave of brutal attacks on American citizens - carried out by individuals driven by radical Islamist ideology - is forcing a sobering national conversation. Many are now warning that our immigration system may be exposing the country to grave and unnecessary danger. In Washington, urgency is growing as key members of Congress demand immediate and sweeping reforms to U.S. immigration policy...

Welcome to today’s episode, where we’re taking a clear-eyed look at one of the most foundational pillars of our Constitutional Republic: election integrity. Trust in the process is essential - when that trust breaks down, the entire system feels the impact. We’ll explore the debates surrounding the SAVE America Act, asking why legislation intended to strengthen election procedures sparks such divi...

In today’s episode, we dive into President Donald Trump’s 2026 State of the Union Address, unpacking our favorite moments and reflecting on what the speech reveals about the growing political divide in America. The second half of our episode shifts to Operation Epic Fury, the U.S. military campaign President Trump authorized against Iran on March 1, 2026. We encourage our listeners to consider whe...

The Church is emerging from a long, unsettling silence—a kind of cultural laryngitis—and its prophetic voice is rising once again. But as that voice grows stronger, so does the backlash. In this episode, we confront the resistance head‑on and explore why the pushback is intensifying now. We also break down Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s forceful address at the Munich Security Conference. Was it...

A striking new Pew Research Center survey reveals a deep crisis of trust in American journalism: 57% of the public now says they have little or no confidence that journalists act in the public’s best interests. Meanwhile, legacy newsrooms are being gutted, with sweeping staff cuts accelerating as readership plummets and once-dominant institutions struggle to stay afloat.

We live in a world full of sensational headlines, selective clips, and half-truths. It's so easy to jump to conclusions. But followers of Jesus are called to something better: slow listening, humble discernment, and careful investigation. In today's podcast, we discuss how to avoid virtue signaling and selective outrage as we navigate our cultural moment marked by noise, slander, and propaganda. F...

When toxic empathy is weaponized, it is used to undermine the institutions that have stood for centuries. Complex policy questions are reduced to adolescent emotional reactions leading to symbolic legislation with ripples of unintended consequences. White, woke, liberal women are the stars of the show.

Good government helps people live “quiet and peaceable” lives (1 Timothy 2:1–2). But when government fails, the results look a lot like what we’ve seen in Minneapolis—lawlessness, chaos, violence, and destruction. So how do we address these problems? What does Scripture say, and what practical steps can we take today? We dig into all of that on this episode. Tune in! Find out more at https://ron-j...

In this episode, we talk about a recent incident where anti‑ICE protesters actually interrupted a worship service, calling it an act of “social justice.” We break down whether actions like that are really protected as free speech, and we look at how the idea of biblical justice compares with what’s often called social justice today. We also dive into the ongoing debate around gender definitions—sp...

The recent tragic death of Renee Good, who was fatally shot during an encounter with ICE agents, has sparked deep questions and emotions across America. As Christians, how should we respond to this complex situation? Was Renee acting as a passionate advocate for justice, or did her actions cross into dangerous territory that undermined lawful authority? Was her stance an expression of biblical com...

Venezuela’s long nightmare has come to an end. Delta Force, America’s elite special operations unit, has captured narco-dictator Nicolás Maduro and his wife, Cilia, bringing them to the United States to face charges related to drugs and weapons trafficking. Across Venezuela, citizens are celebrating in the streets. Meanwhile, Democrats in Washington are calling for the tyrant’s release. On the hom...

In today's podcast: Indiana's feckless redistricting flop. Have we so quickly forgotten the dysfunction and pain of Democratic-led government? President Trump warns Western Europe of an impending "civilizational erasure" unless they reverse course. Woke churches exacerbate the illegal immigrant crisis by hijacking the Christmas story. Find out more at https://ron-johnson-discipleship-pod...

A Canadian pastor faces jail time for refusing to apologize after protesting a drag queen story hour, while a Christian college student is penalized for citing Scripture to defend traditional gender roles. Plus, in Minnesota under Gov. Tim Walz, federal prosecutors reveal what they call the largest pandemic-relief fraud case in U.S. history.

Biden’s border crisis has struck again—this time just two blocks from the White House. Two National Guard members were ambushed by an unvetted Afghan national who shouted “Allahu Akbar” before killing Sarah Beckstrom and critically injuring Andrew Wolfe. The left-wing media’s response was predictably appalling: rather than condemning the attack, they blamed the president. To make matters worse, Jo...

On this Thanksgiving podcast, we review the Thanksgiving Proclamation issued by our nation's first president, George Washington, in which he admonished Americans to thank Almighty God for His many benefits and to render our National Government our gratitude, honor and respect as citizens. This is why we should all be shocked by the reckless and seditious acts of members of our Congress calling upo...

We are witnessing the emergence of populist movements on both the Right (MAGA) and Left (Democratic Socialists) arising from ordinary citizens who feel disenfranchised by the elite political ruling class who play by a different set of rules. For instance, did you know Nancy Pelosi earned a 16,930% return on her stock trades while serving in Congress amassing an amazing 130 million in profits! Who...

New York City is giving socialism a try and Mamdani has self-proclaimed "Hot Girls" to thank! An astonishing 84% of female voters between the ages of 18-29 backed his campaign. What was the attraction? Meanwhile New York, the heart beat of global finance is experiencing a massive exodus. How will this reshape the financial frontier? A primer on why socialism is a lousy idea from God's pe...

French President Emmanuel Macron launched a sweeping campaign to regulate speech online under the guise of "protection. Of course, this is just another attempt by elites to suppress dissent and to enforce ideological conformity. Speaking of elites, former President, Barack Obama is campaigning for a white gubernatorial candidate and a lieutenant governor candidate who promotes political viole...

It appears Zohran Mandani if the future of the collapsing Democratic Party. Mamdani's Marxist radicalism is playing well to the new face of the Democratic base who want someone who will resist President Donald Trump at all costs. How did we get here? What will be the real cost to New Yorkers if he is elected? Will this become a model for other metropolitan centers across America? Find out more at...