Episodios

  • E287 Virtue Signaling & Selective Outrage
    Feb 12 2026

    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.

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    44 m
  • E286 When Protest Becomes Performance
    Feb 5 2026
    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.
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    32 m
  • E285 Minnesota Mayhem
    Jan 29 2026

    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-johnson-discipleship-podca.pinecast.co

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    39 m
  • E284 Social Justice is Neither
    Jan 22 2026

    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—specifically why some female Supreme Court justices have avoided defining the word woman, and what that means for protecting women’s privacy, safety, and fairness in places like locker rooms and sports.

    Find out more at https://ron-johnson-discipleship-podca.pinecast.co

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    42 m
  • Toxic Empathy Kills
    Jan 15 2026
    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 compassion, or does this reflect the pitfalls of misguided and toxic empathy? In this episode, we explore these challenging questions and consider what Scripture teaches about justice, authority, and compassion in a polarized world.
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    39 m
  • E282 America Delivered from Two Tyrants in One Week
    Jan 8 2026

    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 home front, Americans received more good news: Minnesota Governor Tim Walz announced he will not seek re-election. The decision comes as he faces mounting scrutiny over an estimated $10 billion in taxpayer fraud spanning 15 years—now considered the largest case of taxpayer fraud in U.S. history.

    Find out more at https://ron-johnson-discipleship-podca.pinecast.co

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    43 m
  • E281 Civilizational Erasure & Woke Church Christmas
    Dec 18 2025

    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-podca.pinecast.co

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    44 m
  • E280 Courageous Voices & Massive Fraud
    Dec 11 2025
    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.
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    41 m