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Conversations That Matter
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2w ago00:48:25Tap to summarizeJon 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 Amendment (Male Pastor) & Willie Rice Election 13:00 - Stump Speeches, Voter Energy, Progressive Reactions & Skepticism on Past Positions 20:00 - Why Willie Rice Won: Sermons, Heart Connection, Home Turf & Conservative Shift 28:00 - NAMB Report Critique, Missions Rhetoric vs. Reality & Bureaucratic Dynamics 36:00 - Resolutions Analysis (Immigration, Antisemitism, etc.) & Policy Concerns 44:00 - Overall Impressions, Suggestions for Next Year & Closing ThoughtsOur Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →News Roundup: Willy Rice Wins!, Pride Month Dying?, Mormonism is not Christianity
2w ago01:22:38Tap to summarizeJon 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 Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →Why This Could Be the Most Important SBC Annual Meeting in Years
3w ago00:23:38Tap to summarizeThe 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 covered:• Why the SBC has been declining in membership, giving, and churches• The problems with diversity initiatives and Resolution 9• Willie Rice running for President — his public repentance and platform• The Truth & Unity Amendment on female pastors• Honest critique of several key resolutions (immigration, religious liberty, political violence, etc.)If you’re a messenger or a concerned Southern Baptist, this is the year to show up and get involved.#SouthernBaptist #SBC2025 #SBCOrlando #WillieRice #ConservativeChristians #Reformed #Theology #ChurchPoliticsTo Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/ Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →The Zach Garris Trial Explained in 15 Minutes
3w ago00:14:59Tap to summarizeIn 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 Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →News Roundup: Zach Garris Censured, ARP's Kinist Report, McLean Bible Loses in Court
4w ago01:21:39Tap to summarizeJon 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 2021 elder election. To Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/00:00:00 McLean Bible Church Loses00:13:48 Announcements00:16:29 SBC Women Pastors00:21:14 Zach Garris and Rio Grande Presbytery00:41:54 ARP on Kinism and Race Realism01:11:27 CommentsOur Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →Restoring Real Masculinity in the Church with Chase Davis
4w ago00:52:17Tap to summarizeJon 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 for Christian men of all ages and strong encouragement for intergenerational mentorship and courageous faith.00:00 Welcome and Guest Introduction00:02:10 Chase Davis Book - Offensive Christianity00:04:55 Chase’s Background and Father’s Influence00:09:20 The Crisis of Masculinity in the Church00:13:45 Theological Anthropology and Biblical Manhood00:18:30 Young Restless Reformed Years and Influences00:23:50 Failures of Modern Evangelicalism00:28:40 Neo-Pagan Right Critique and Resentment00:33:20 Bitterness vs Agency - What Men Should Do00:38:45 Intergenerational Mentorship in the Church00:44:10 Practical Men’s Ministry at The Well Church00:48:30 Competition, Strength, and Glory for Men00:53:10 Weightlifting, Adventure, and Active Faith00:57:40 Final Thoughts and Where to Get the Book To Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →Daniel McCarthy on Massie Defeat, Neocons, and America's Role in the World
May 2500:52:06Tap to summarizeDaniel 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, Trump’s transactional approach, historical conservative thought (Washington, Calhoun, Taft), current challenges with Iran/Israel, and why Massie’s loss reveals deeper party realities.0:00:12 - Welcome & Introduction to Daniel McCarthy00:01:02 - Massie Defeat & Republican Foreign Policy Vacuum Post-Reagan00:02:17 - Pre-Reagan Conservative Foreign Policy & Cold War Mindset00:03:32 - Ronald Reagan's "Peace Through Strength"00:06:24 - Post-Cold War Shift: Bush Sr. to George W. Bush Neoconservatism00:09:27 - Trump's Break with Forever Wars & America First Realism00:10:52 - Historical Conservative Restraint: Washington, Calhoun, Taft, Rand Paul00:17:23 - Realism vs. Idealism: Iran, Israel, Nuclear Threats & Modern Dilemmas00:28:57 - The Limits of "Fortress America" in a Global Economy00:32:08 - Trump's Transactional Approach vs. Neocon Romanticism00:35:07 - Thomas Massie's Defeat: Israel Lobby, Party Loyalty & Future of Anti-Zionism00:42:44 - Where Does Anti-Zionism Fit — GOP or Democrats?00:51:11 - Closing Thoughts & Where to Find Daniel McCarthyOur Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →Megan Basham - In the Valley of Cancer
May 2400:30:23Tap to summarizeJon 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 her closer to Him through suffering. Megan shares candidly about family, motherhood, processing mortality, the difference in how men and women face terminal illness, rejecting fear through providence, and the surprising peace God has given her. This episode is a moving testimony of leaning on Christ when everything is uncertain. If you're walking through illness, loss, or uncertainty, Megan’s story will encourage you to trust that no molecule — including every cancer cell — is outside of God’s sovereign control. 0:00 - Introduction & Welcoming Megan Basham2:10 - Megan's Impact, Shepherds for Sale & Sounding the Alarm5:30 - The Surreal Year: NYT Bestseller While Fighting Cancer8:45 - Stage 3 Colon Cancer Diagnosis & Attacks During Treatment11:40 - Learning Dependence on God & Hidden Blessings15:20 - Comparing Journeys with Ben Sasse19:10 - One-on-One Trips with Daughters & Facing Mortality23:50 - Deepened Prayer Life & John MacArthur's Encouragement27:40 - Obsession with Statistics & Releasing Control29:50 - God's Peace, Providence & Gospel Invitation#MeganBasham #Cancer #Faith #ChristianPodcast #ShepherdsForSaleOur Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →News Roundup: Trump's GOP, Two Roads to Compromise, and Thriving in Division
May 2001:46:15Tap to summarizeJon 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 Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jonharris1989/Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
Transcribe →News Roundup: Rededicate America, Truth Crisis, & the Left's Chosen Villains
May 1901:34:10Tap to summarizeJon 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. Greer and Stephen Wolfe, explores why elements of the left are boosting Thomas Massie, discusses the Daily Wire’s challenges and Ben Shapiro, exposes media “slop” in a New York Times piece on alleged Palestinian abuse, and covers personal updates on his upcoming SBC woman pastors documentary.Patreon.com/jonharrispodcastOur Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/conversations-that-matter8971/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy
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