Conversations That Matter

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Why This Could Be the Most Important SBC Annual...

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2026/06/04

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 covered:• Why the SBC has been declining in membership, giving, and churches• The problems with diversity

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14:59

The Zach Garris Trial Explained in 15 Minutes

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2026/06/02

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 Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter:

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81:39

News Roundup: Zach Garris Censured, ARP's Kinist...

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2026/05/29

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 2021 elder election. To Support the Podcast: https://www.jonharrismedia.com/support/Become a

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52:17

Restoring Real Masculinity in the Church with Chase...

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2026/05/28

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 for Christian men of all ages and strong encouragement for intergenerational mentorship and courageous

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52:06

Daniel McCarthy on Massie Defeat, Neocons, and...

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2026/05/25

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, Trump’s transactional approach, historical conservative thought (Washington, Calhoun, Taft), current

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30:23

Megan Basham - In the Valley of Cancer

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2026/05/24

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 her closer to Him through suffering. Megan shares candidly about family, motherhood, processing mortality,

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106:15

News Roundup: Trump's GOP, Two Roads to Compromise,...

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2026/05/20

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 Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow Jon on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonharris1989Follow Jon on

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94:10

News Roundup: Rededicate America, Truth Crisis, & the...

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2026/05/19

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. Greer and Stephen Wolfe, explores why elements of the left are boosting Thomas Massie, discusses the Daily

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56:04

I Read Russell Brand's New Christian Book So You...

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2026/05/12

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 Great Awakening and the current wave of celebrity spirituality, the proper understanding of sin,

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97:27

News Roundup: SBC Progressive Play, Same Sex...

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2026/05/07

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/Become a Patronhttps://www.patreon.com/jonharrispodcastSubstack: https://substack.com/@jonharris Follow

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63:23

Sam Allberry and Same Sex Attraction

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2026/05/04

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 was more than inadequate. It lead people to make peace with a sinful orientation and receive

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57:50

State of the American Church in 2026 - Jon Harris

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2026/05/02

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, and focus on making disciples rather than platforms or politics. A sober yet hopeful message for

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118:51

News Roundup: Trump's Assassins, the Anti-Jewish...

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2026/04/29

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 signs in Bible reading and attendance, Southern Baptist controversies including women pastors and the

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137:44

News Roundup: French on Talerico, SPLC Bombshell, VA...

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2026/04/24

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 promises, and church history, while addressing broader concerns about influence, evangelism, and maintaining

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72:20

The Myth of the Lost Cause Myth: What Motivates...

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2026/04/20

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 ongoing erasure of Southern symbols represents a deeper fracture in American identity.Substack Post:

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102:13

News Roundup: Trump & the Pope, Islam & Jesus, Matt...

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2026/04/17

Jon discusses the news of the week from a Christian conservative approach. Order Against the Waves: Againstthewavesbook.comJon's Music: jonharristunes.comTo 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

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30:56

Why the Killing of Christians in Nigeria Hasn't...

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2026/04/15

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 learn what you can do.Our Sponsors:* Check out Mars Men: https://mengotomars.comSupport this podcast at —

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40:28

“I Was Convicted by My Own Apathy” – Juan Riesco on...

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2026/04/13

Juan Riesco, former Nini's Deli owner and now Director of Advertising for Love Life, shares his remarkable journey from running a top-rated restaurant that was shut down during the 2020 BLM protests, to answering God’s call to sidewalk ministry outside abortion clinics. He opens up about the spiritual battle, why most abortions stem from sin rather than just hardship, the 95 babies rescued through their ministry so far, and how local churches can step up through the House of Refuge Initiative

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News Roundup: Pope, Paula White, & Panicans PLUS...

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2026/04/10

In this episode of the Conversations That Matter podcast, host John Harris delivers a wide-ranging Christian conservative news roundup and commentary, covering the persecution of Christians in Nigeria, critiques of Big Eva institutions like Baylor University and figures such as Russell Moore and Paula White, a pointed theological takedown of Tucker Carlson’s recent Bible-related comments, a defense of Calvinism against Alexander Dugin’s criticisms, cultural and social issues including Supreme Court

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58:26

The White Pill with Rod Martin: Iran, China, and the SBC

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2026/04/07

Rod Martin explains his shift from Southern Baptist issues to in-depth foreign policy analysis, why Trump’s long-consistent realist approach to Iran, China, and global trade is strategically brilliant, and why conservatives should feel optimistic about his predictions regarding regime change in Iran, lower oil prices, an economic boom, and the midterms. The conversation also covers America’s proper role as global hegemon, deep-state resistance, and encouraging updates on reform within the Southern

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