Culture & Christianity: The Allen Jackson Podcast

Sometimes life puts us in situations where there seems to be no hope and no way out. That's where Granger Smith found himself after the death of his 3-year-old son. He struggled to process his pain and guilt, feeling responsible for what happened. As life grew darker and more hopeless, God intervened. Watch this episode to discover how the Lord helped this country singer and his family find healin...

Brad Arnold, the lead singer of the rock band 3 Doors Down, went from battling alcoholism to finding hope through rehab, prayer, and the guidance of legendary Country Musician Charlie Daniels. Brad opens up about how his faith began to play a central role in his life, especially during his concerts, where he chooses to boldly proclaim the message of Jesus' love to his audience. "I've always tried...

Beginning a new year is the perfect time to reflect on how we can lead our lives with intentional faith. "I think we oftentimes imagine faith as a passive thing, and I don't accept that definition. I think faith has to be lived out. It has to be demonstrated to be real," Pastor Allen stated. In this podcast, Pastor Allen gives us 10 practical ways we can intentionally live out our faith in our hom...

If you made a list of the good things God has done in your life over the past year, what would you add to it? In this episode, Pastor Allen Jackson shares some ways God has worked in his own life over the past year and reminds us how God brings about outcomes that only the Creator of Heaven and Earth can accomplish. "I'm of the opinion that God's blessings are filling our lives. I believe the more...

As our nation shifts—culturally, economically, and morally—we're experiencing a systematic and spiritual “looting” of our moral foundation. "We're being looted. We will witness an increase in the unbridled pursuit of pleasure and hedonism because if you don't want people to notice that you're plundering the world around them, you give them greater license to behave in the most self-absorbed, narci...

The simplest gifts can bring profound changes when they remind us to put our trust in the Lord and His plans. In this episode, Pastor Allen sat down with his friend, New Orleans Basketball Coach Joey Favaloro, who tells us about how a small gift set off a chain of miraculous events. When he gave a little olive-wood cross to a friend, it prompted them to invite the Lord into their circumstances, le...

How can Christians support Israel during times of crisis? As tensions continue to rise in the Middle East, standing with Israel and its mission to achieve peace and security for its people is essential. In this podcast, Pastor Allen and Yael Eckstein discuss the urgent challenges facing Israel today. Eckstein is the president and CEO of the International Fellowship of Christians and Jews, and she...

Instead of surrendering to the fear and discouragement of living with a life-threatening condition, Pastor Allen's good friend, Rachel Bunn, chose to trust in God's plan for her life. "I had to step back and say, 'Lord, you have my days numbered, and I know You are going to keep me on the earth for however long You want me to be here," Rachel told Pastor Allen during the podcast. Her faith and God...

What really took place on October 7th? Is Israel committing genocide in Gaza? Why is antisemitism increasing in the United States? Natalie Sanandaji survived the October 7th attack at the Nova Music Festival. She and EJ Kimball, the Director of Interfaith Outreach and Engagement, join Pastor Allen to share their personal experiences and insights into the ongoing fight against antisemitism. "We wok...

"I've been able to amass over 300 million views by speaking out at school board meetings, really displaying and showing the insanity of what's going on," John Amanchuckwu told Pastor Allen in this podcast. "There have been several other victories, like flipping school boards, striking down a transgender policy in new Jersey, and removing dozens of pornographic books [from school libraries]." Amanc...

We witnessed a miracle as the 2024 election unfolded. In this podcast, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the election results and our pathway forward. “The platforms represented two very different worldviews, and they would have shaped our future profoundly—whichever one was selected,” he said. “It really felt to me like only God could have brought about the outcome we had.” Though the election seaso...

When faith, culture, and media intersect, it can create powerful stories that move people’s hearts. On this podcast, Pastor Allen talks with Dallas Jenkins (the creator, director, and co-writer of The Chosen) about his new movie, The Best Christmas Pageant Ever. Inspired by the classic book, Jenkins was moved to create the film while reading the story to his children. "The lesson [the children in...

What messages are shaping the beliefs and identities of our children? Dr. Carol Swain shares her testimony and personal experiences in academic institutions. Despite growing up in rural poverty in southern Virginia, she worked diligently and went on to receive her PhD and became a tenured associate professor of politics and public policy at Princeton University's Woodrow Wilson School of Public an...

The Gospel of Luke provides a powerful reminder that each generation has a choice: Will we accept or reject God and His Truth? On this podcast, Pastor Allen Jackson discusses the current condition of our nation and how the challenges we face reflect our spiritual condition. Will we seek to align our lives with a higher authority—one that transcends illnesses, natural elements, demonic forces, gove...

In this episode, the Director of the Free Burma Rangers, David Eubank, shares his experiences on the frontlines of humanitarian work in a place wrought with death and despair. David emphasizes the importance of praying with faith, acknowledging that “we can’t do much without God.” Burma has experienced over 70 years of civil war, and Eubank reflects on the challenges of working in conflict zones a...

⁠Moments of great conflict test our relationship with the Lord and our faith, and an excellent example of this is the life of Corrie Ten Boom. In this podcast, Pastor Allen talks with Actress Nan Gurley, who played Corrie in The Hiding Place movie and theatrical production. They discuss the Ten Boom family’s decision to hide Jews in their home during World War II, risking everything for the sake o...

Hamas leader, Ismail Haniyeh, was recently killed in Tehran, and Iran is likely to retaliate. The Hezbollah commander, Fuad Shukr, was killed by an airstrike in Beirut. Students in America hold protests proclaiming, “From the river to the sea, Palestine will be free,” not realizing they are calling for the annihilation of the Jewish people. Voices continue to call for a ceasefire despite the fact...

Millions of our tax dollars fund an organization that murders babies in the womb and mutilates adolescents under the guise of healthcare. "Planned Parenthood is the largest abortion provider in the world and the second largest provider of cross-sex hormones and puberty blockers. Trans drugs for teens is now Planned Parenthood's fastest growing revenue stream," Seth Gruber told Pastor Allen. At the...

Social media is bombarding children with cultural confusion, predatory behaviors, and peer pressure. Here's the truth: Children have access to technology and platforms they aren’t mentally prepared for, and they need their parents to help them stay safe. The co-founder of Parents Who Fight, Sarah Siegand, joins Pastor Allen on this podcast to talk about this issue. She encourages parents to delay...

Does the shade of your skin determine your disadvantage? Tim and Rosa Harris join Pastor Allen on this episode to discuss the origin of DEI, the Marxist roots of CRT, and the display of God's faithfulness in their lives. Tim shares how they suspect that his open opposition to the concepts of DEI led to him losing his job in higher education. "One of the professors comes out on stage alluding that...

"If you're still watching the demonstrations that are in favor of the terrorists, Hamas and Hezbollah, I hope you'll watch who's sponsoring them. It gives you an insight into their worldview. If they'll support Hamas, they will not support liberty, freedom, free speech, women's rights, and children's rights. They will not support diversity. They will not support inclusivity," Pastor Allen Jackson...

“I was forced to have an abortion. I had my daughter when I was 19. I wanted this baby, and I folded because I was told lies. I paid for it for many years and nine miscarriages later,” Jennifer shared with Pastor Allen, "I received my forgiveness when I came to Christ. It took me ten years to receive it about my abortion. I thought somehow what I had done was bigger than what Jesus Christ did on t...

Would the war in Ukraine not have happened if the United States military didn't withdraw from Afghanistan? Why did Thomas Matthew Crooks have an opportunity to shoot at Former President Trump? Is America experiencing a national security crisis? Chad Robichaux and his son, Hunter Robichaux, join Pastor Allen on his podcast to discuss these topics and how Christ-followers need to view the problems w...

“My hair was standing up on my arms while I was listening to this song. It felt like I didn't even write it,” John Rich told Pastor Allen in this podcast. Rich is a country singer who felt inspired by the Holy Spirit to write his new song, “Revelation.” It contains a warning for believers to wake up, humble themselves, and repent before Christ returns. He describes what it was like to receive this...

Cultural norms continue to shift at a rapid rate. Organizations and people openly mock Christianity—even at the Olympics—putting persecuted Christians at even greater risk of harm. Hamas raped Israeli women, murdered babies, and took hostages, but Israel is called "evil" for fighting back and defending their nation. Men are being emasculated and are told that the qualities and desires God gave the...