Relentless Truth with John Warren

John Warren

John extracts the truth from a wide range of topics revealing who God is, who we are and how we relate to each other.

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Jun 27, 2022 · 48 min
We Are All Guilty and Are Without Hope on Our Own
Subscribe Romans 3 is my favorite chapter in all of Scripture, and Romans is my favorite book in all of Scripture. Paul charges us with fourteen counts of sin using judicially strategic language. Paul answers a couple of questions early in this chapter in an effort to anticipate objections to this doctrine of justification by faith. He knows that doctrines of grace are going to trouble the people in Rome – both those who worship the idols of the day and those who rely on their religious achievements. Paul’s Fourteen “Charges” Against Humanity Then, in one of the most dramatic sections in all of Scripture, Paul lists fourteen “charges” against all of humanity. He says that no one is righteous, and it gets worse from there. Before diving into this incredible chapter in this episode, I read Romans 11:33-36. The reason for this is that it is, in my opinion, the centerpiece or cornerstone of this epistle to the church at Rome. It lays out so clearly who God is, and by inference, it contrasts God with us. I don’t believe it is hyperbolic for me to say that this section of the letter in Romans 11 gave me and continues to provide me with a clear understanding of who God is. A summary of this section is that we can fathom the depth of the riches and wisdom and knowledge of God. His judgments are unsearchable and His ways are inscrutable. We don’t fully know His mind, and no one has given Him counsel. We aren’t even on par to give gifts to Him. All things are from Him, through Him, and to Him. And all glory is His forever. We Don’t Seek God This sets the stage and provides helpful context for understanding the way Paul indicts all of us in Romans 3. We aren’t righteous. Period. We don’t seek God. No. We don’t. We are worthless and we don’t do good. And he goes on to describe our throats and mouths in the most unflattering terms. He says that our paths are ruin and misery, and he says that we don’t know peace or fear God. He goes on to say that no human is justified in God’s sight through the law. Next week, we will address the courtroom scene that Paul describes in the rest of chapter 3. He pivots to justification by faith and explains it beautifully. This is our great hope! This is the key to life! This is God’s will for us! We don’t have to fret, and Paul spells out the facts that give us confidence. Please don’t hesitate to send along questions and comments. Thank you for your support of Relentless Truth. You can learn more, including our contact information, at johnwarrenmedia.com. Please share this series on social media and through email and text with your friends. I want to share these powerful truths with people who, like me, struggle with guilt and despair caused by a lack of understanding the beauty of justification by faith. Our great hope in Jesus Christ is powerful, and it is this Gospel that compels us to share these truths with others. “Romans 3 is my favorite chapter in all of scripture, and Romans is my favorite book in all of scripture.” John Warren
Jun 20, 2022 · 43 min
The Danger of Moralism
Subscribe We address the dangers of moralism as we look at Romans 2 today. You might not have heard of moralism, but you have heard of man’s desire to be good enough to please God. Moralism is simply our efforts to be good enough on our own – apart from the Gospel of Jesus Christ. What is Moralism? The challenge with moralism is that it feels intuitively good to us from an ethical standpoint. The moralist is convinced that he or she are better than others morally. Most moralists are good people who are self-disciplined. They might be regular church attenders and even involved in leadership because they live exemplary lives. The moralist is also caught up in self-reliant sin. The moralist is often judgmental of others, and he or she strives to be good. Paul shocks the reader by clearly stating that the moralist is also condemned. So, the immoral people referenced in chapter one of Romans and the moralists of chapter two are both self-reliant sinners who are equally damned in their self-sufficiency Paul shocks the reader by clearly stating that the moralist is also condemned. So, the immoral people referenced in chapter one of Romans and the moralists of chapter two are both self-reliant sinners who are equally damned in their self-sufficiency What is the Cure for Moralism? The moralist probably has a harder time coming to the end of himself because he lives an ethical life – even a good life. The moralist is a sinner, but he doesn’t commit the heinous sins Paul mentions in Romans 1. However, the moralist also lives in sin. He commits sins of the heart while he condemns or judges others who sin outwardly. The moralist is in need of repentance according to Paul. The moralist is a hypocrite who likes to accuse others of sin, but the moralist is equally contemned and in need of repentance. This counter-cultural counter-intuitive lesson on the implications of sin is often neglected in our churches, but it is important to see clearly who God is, who man is, and how God relates to man. Paul contrasts the immoral person with the moralist, the person who believes they can be good enough on their own. This is powerful, radical truth that changes lives. This foundational understanding is critical to our ability to place the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the right context. Please don’t hesitate to send along questions and comments. Thank you for your support of Relentless Truth. You can learn more, including our contact information, at johnwarrenmedia.com. Please share this series on social media and through email and text with your friends. I want to share these powerful truths with people who, like me, struggle with guilt and despair caused by a lack of understanding the beauty of justification by faith. Our great hope in Jesus Christ is powerful, and it is this Gospel that compels us to share these truths with others. “Moralism is simply our efforts to be good enough on our own-apart from the Gospel of Jesus Christ.” John Warren
Jun 13, 2022 · 53 min
The Consequences of Immorality
Subscribe We address the implications of immorality in this episode as we look at Romans 1:16-32. I explain the importance of Romans in my life as we begin to discuss the weighty truths Paul shares in this important letter. The church at Rome was well known throughout the world because of their faith in God. Paul knew that they were in a city that worshipped idols, and he knew that the Christians in Rome would have been thought of as atheists or at least counter-cultural from a religious standpoint. This is similar to our modern culture in the U.S. today. Increasingly, Christians are thought of us peculiar and even oppressive because of our faith in Jesus Christ. The Beauty of Justification by Faith Paul introduces the beauty of justification by faith. He uses a legal term to explain our imputed righteousness from God by faith alone in Christ alone. Paul uses a very logical, strategic approach here, and he uses legal language – language of the judiciary. He begins here in chapter one of Romans to build a beautiful legal argument that explains the doctrine of justification by faith so well. Paul says rather plainly in this section that immoral people are damned. He begins painting a picture of the implications of the fall of man. He accuses us of being self-reliant or self-sufficient, and he discusses the hardness of our hearts that comes from living immorally over time. The Implications of the Fall of Man This counter-cultural counter-intuitive lesson on the implications of sin is often neglected in our churches, but it is important to see clearly who God is, who man is, and how God relates to man. Paul contrasts the immoral person with the moralist, the person who believes they can be good enough on their own. This is powerful, radical truth that changes lives. This foundational understanding is critical to our ability to place the Gospel of Jesus Christ in the right context. Please don’t hesitate to send along questions and comments. Thank you for your support of Relentless Truth. You can learn more, including our contact information, at johnwarrenmedia.com. Please share this series on social media and through email and text with your friends. I want to share these powerful truths with people who, like me, struggle with guilt and despair caused by a lack of understanding the beauty of justification by faith. Our great hope in Jesus Christ is powerful, and it is this Gospel that compels us to share these truths with others. “This counter-cultural counter-intuitive lesson on the implications of sin is often neglected in our churches, but it is important to see clearly who God is who man is, and how God relates to man.” John Warren
Jun 6, 2022 · 42 min
When in Rome- Part 2
Subscribe Any study of the Roman Empire is interesting, but Rome during the first Century is fascinating. They worshipped idols, actual stone, gold, and silver images, that represented gods of various types. In fact, the Christians of this period would have been considered atheists of sorts for not believing in the commonly worshipped religious symbols. A large group of Jewish people were exiled during this period, and this person named Jesus caused quite an uproar as his very fresh story was told in Rome. Many have wondered why the Apostle Paul wrote his compendium of theology to the church at Rome – the New Testament book commonly referred to as Romans. The simple answer is that he was about to embark on a dangerous journey to Jerusalem, and he had heard about the strength of this church at Rome and wanted to give them his complete theological knowledge. The Righteousness of God The primary theme of the book/letter is The Righteousness of God, and another theme is Justification by Faith. This episode begins a series on this amazing book of the Bible with its beautiful depth. I’m breaking the pattern of varying topics with various guests to focus on Romans for a series of weeks because these truths changed my life. They changed the way I see God, my view of man, and my understanding of how God relates to man. They gave me peace with a knowledge of how God actually saves us and causes us to grow in the faith. Justification by Faith I grew up and spent many years of my young adult life not understanding how we are reconciled to God. I really didn’t understand sin, our purpose, and redemption. I failed to see how justification by faith actually works. I struggled with doubts and fears, and I remembered unhelpful sermons and lessons that exacerbated these challenges. Due in large part to my study of the work of several strong theologians, God used the book of Romans to change my life many years ago. Paul’s ability to pull back the camera to show us the larger truths that he is communicating, helped me understand doctrines that confused me for years. I hope this series is a blessing to you. We dive right in to chapter one this week! Please don’t hesitate to send along questions and comments. Thank you for your support of Relentless Truth. You can learn more, including our contact information, at johnwarrenmedia.com. Please share this series on social media and through email and text with your friends. I want to share these powerful truths with people who, like me, struggle with guilt and despair caused by a lack of understanding the beauty of justification by faith. Our great hope in Jesus Christ is powerful, and it is this Gospel that compels us to share these truths with others. “I want to share these powerful truths with people who, like me, struggle with guilt and despair caused by lack of understanding the beauty of justification by faith.” John Warren
May 30, 2022 · 39 min
When In Rome
Subscribe Any study of the Roman Empire is interesting, but Rome during the first Century is fascinating. They worshipped idols, actual stone, gold, and silver images, that represented gods of various types. In fact, the Christians of this period would have been considered atheists of sorts for not believing in the commonly worshipped religious symbols. A large group of Jewish people were exiled during this period, and this person named Jesus caused quite an uproar as his very fresh story was told in Rome. Romans Many have wondered why the Apostle Paul wrote his compendium of theology to the church at Rome – the New Testament book commonly referred to as Romans. The simple answer is that he was about to embark on a dangerous journey to Jerusalem, and he had heard about the strength of this church at Rome and wanted to give them his complete theological knowledge. The primary theme of the book/letter is The Righteousness of God, and another theme is Justification by Faith. This episode begins a series on this amazing book of the Bible with its beautiful depth. I’m breaking the pattern of varying topics with various guests to focus on Romans for a series of weeks because these truths changed my life. They changed the way I see God, my view of man, and my understanding of how God relates to man. They gave me peace with a knowledge of how God actually saves us and causes us to grow in the faith. How We Are Reconciled to God I grew up and spent many years of my young adult life not understanding how we are reconciled to God. I really didn’t understand sin, our purpose, and redemption. I failed to see how justification by faith actually works. I struggled with doubts and fears, and I remembered unhelpful sermons and lessons that exacerbated these challenges. Due in large part to my study of the work of several strong theologians, God used the book of Romans to change my life many years ago. Paul’s ability to pull back the camera to show us the larger truths that he is communicating, helped me understand doctrines that confused me for years. I hope this series is a blessing to you. Please don’t hesitate to send along questions and comments. Thank you for your support of Relentless Truth. You can learn more, including our contact information, at johnwarrenmedia.com. Please share this series on social media and through email and text with your friends. I want to share these powerful truths with people who, like me, struggle with guilt and despair caused by a lack of understanding the beauty of justification by faith. Our great hope in Jesus Christ is powerful, and it is this Gospel that compels us to share these truths with others. “The truths in Romans changed the way I see God, my view of man, and my understanding of how God relates to man.” John Warren
May 23, 2022 · 46 min
Stewardship
Subscribe ▼ Show Notes Stewardship is perhaps one of the most misunderstood concepts in Christianity today. True Biblical stewardship is antithetical to the American Way. I explain the biblical basis for stewardship and provide some helpful thoughts about the things we steward. God owns it all and we manage it. This reduces anxiety and gives us clarity on the actual value of our resources. Biblical Stewardship When we steward assets, we are managing things owned by someone else. Contrary to popular teaching, we aren’t required to steward these things based on the best decisions we can make. Instead, we are required to steward them with the will of the owner in mind. This means that we must know God’s will to effectively execute our stewardship obligations. I discuss how we determine God’s will in this important episode. In my experience, Pastors often talk about stewardship in terms of giving or tithing. Actual biblical stewardship is so much more than this. We steward our time, talent, vocation, mind, friendships, and every aspect of our lives. We unpack important, helpful thoughts on how to effectively execute our stewardship responsibilities. Thank you for your support of Relentless Truth. Please share this episode with your friends. “God owns it all and we manage it. This reduces anxiety and gives us clarity on the actual value of our resources.” John Warren
May 16, 2022 · 48 min
Current Events: Ukraine and The Economy
Subscribe In this episode, I rant a bit about current events including Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. I also discuss the economy and the indicators that should alarm us all. I begin this episode with a discussion of Elon Musk’s pending acquisition of Twitter. Ukraine Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is challenging for us to grasp. The death and destruction they are causing is unimaginable. Please join me in praying for Ukraine and her lovely people. Pray that God’s Kingdom would be advanced in Ukraine even in these challenging times. The Economy The U.S. economy is adjusting and declining in many respects. I discuss several concerns and ways to think about the economic environment today. I explain the real cause of inflation and the politics of these economic times. The two and ten-year U.S. Treasury rates are climbing at a concerning pace. I discuss the implications of this, and I compare our economy today to the period during the Carter Presidency as well as the early twentieth century. Since my recording of this episode, interest rates have increased further, and Russia continues to bomb and attack Ukraine. We will continue to track these two important topics in upcoming episodes. Thank you for your support of Relentless Truth. Please share this episode with your friends. “Since my recording of this episode, interest rates have increased further, and Russia continues to bomb and attack Ukraine. We will continue to track these two important topics in upcoming episodes.” John Warren
May 9, 2022 · 57 min
Predestination and Doctrines of Grace
Subscribe Charlie Parish is one of those friends I value most. He’s a Pastor, theologian, and Christ follower. Every encounter with him is uplifting and educational. Election, Predestination, and Calvinism In this episode, Charlie explains doctrines of grace. He defines terms such as election, predestination, and Calvinism in a pastorally helpful context. While these doctrines can be jolting to some, I think you will be blessed by Charlie’s capable handling of these important topics in this week’s episode. You will be blessed by the beautiful truth discussed in this important episode of Relentless Truth. Thank you for supporting the podcast. Please share it with your friends! “Charlie is a pastor, theologian, and Christ follower. Every encounter with him is uplifting and educational.” John Warren
May 1, 2022 · 47 min
An Update on The Economy
Subscribe In this very practical episode, I discuss the current state of the economy. I talk about interest rates, inflation, the supply chain, and other matters that concern all of us. I explain economic indicators, the stock market, and seemingly contradictory data that is perplexing to the consumer. I try to anticipate your weighty questions on your personal economics – your personal household economy. What is Actually Happening in The Economy? What is actually happening in the economy? How do we separate fact from fiction in this volatile environment? Can we trust the financial press? What are we to do to react to these changes in the economy? How do we keep pace with inflation and the rising prices that we see on essential goods? What is consumer choice theory? How do consumers express demand? I take on these important issues in this timely episode of Relentless Truth. I explain the tools utilized by The Federal Reserve to accomplish their mandates from Congress. Why is the FED raising interest rates, and what are they hoping to accomplish by doing this? The answer to this and other questions will unlock some of the mystery in these frightening economic times. Government’s Role in The Economy I walk through a step-by-step process that we can all employ now to protect ourselves. I discuss our government’s role in the economy including their perceived and actual impact on the economic issues impacting all of us. I talk about government spending and monetary policy and a straightforward, helpful way. In this episode, I explain that government doesn’t generate wealth – it redistributes wealth. I discuss the need to balance the Federal budget and the implications of this on the economy. I call for all Christians to vote for Congress and other representatives who will actually protect our long-term economic interests. We close these thoughts with our great hope in Jesus Christ. These unpredictable economic conditions should drive us to the cross and to rest in our Lord. “I call for all Christians to vote for Congress and other representatives who will actually protect our long-term economic interests.” John Warren
Apr 25, 2022 · 27 min
A Conversation with Hank Hanegraaff- Part Two
Subscribe This week’s episode of Relentless Truth concludes my conversation with Hank Hanegraaff. Hank is President and Chairman of the North Carolina based Christian Research Institute. He is also host of the nationally syndicated Bible Answer Man Broadcast as well as the Hank Unplugged podcast. Hank is widely regarded as one of the world’s leading Christian authors and apologists. Through his live call-in radio broadcast, Hank equips Christians to mine the Bible for all its wealth and answers questions on the basis of careful research and sound reasoning. And through the Hank Unplugged podcast, he interviews today’s most significant Christian leaders, apologists, and thinkers. Truth Matters, Life Matters More Hank is the author of more than twenty books, with more than a million copies in print. 2019 saw the release of his book Truth Matters, Life Matters More: The Unexpected Beauty of an Authentic Christian Life. He is a regular contributor to the award-winning Christian Research Journal and an articulate communicator on the pressing issues of our day, having spoken in leading churches, conferences, and on college campuses throughout the world. Hank and his wife, Kathy, live in Charlotte, North Carolina, and they are parents to twelve children “Is God the Author of Evil?” In this episode, Hank discusses his book, Truth Matters, Life Matters More. Hank explains the purpose of the church in the context of Scripture. He also discusses the beauty of the writings of the early church and their value to us today. Finally, Hank explains the sovereignty of God and the will of man. He also answers the question, “is God the author of evil” in this powerful episode. Truth Matters, Life Matters More: The Unexpected Beauty of an Authentic Christian Life. New Book by Hank Hanegraaff
Apr 18, 2022 · 49 min
A Conversation with Hank Hanegraaff
Subscribe This week’s episode of Relentless Truth features part one of a two part interview with Hank Hanegraaff. Hank is President and Chairman of the North Carolina based Christian Research Institute. He is also host of the nationally syndicated Bible Answer Man Broadcast as well as the Hank Unplugged podcast. Hank is widely regarded as one of the world’s leading Christian authors and apologists. Through his live call-in radio broadcast, Hank equips Christians to mine the Bible for all its wealth and answers questions on the basis of careful research and sound reasoning. And through the Hank Unplugged podcast, he interviews today’s most significant Christian leaders, apologists, and thinkers. Christian Research Institute Hank is the author of more than twenty books, with more than a million copies in print. 2019 saw the release of his book Truth Matters, Life Matters More: The Unexpected Beauty of an Authentic Christian Life. He is a regular contributor to the award-winning Christian Research Journal and an articulate communicator on the pressing issues of our day, having spoken in leading churches, conferences, and on college campuses throughout the world. Hank and his wife, Kathy, live in Charlotte, North Carolina, and they are parents to twelve children. The Bible Answer Man Broadcast In this episode, Hank tells his personal story and explains his entry into ministry and his work on The Bible Answer Man Broadcast. Hank discusses the post-truth world that we live in, and he explains that “truth is essential to a Christian worldview.” “Truth is essential to a Christian worldview.” Hank Hanegraaff
Apr 11, 2022 · 52 min
A Conversation with Pastor Charlie Parish- Part Two
Subscribe It is my pleasure to welcome back Pastor Charlie Parish. He’s a Pastor, theologian, and Christ follower. Every encounter with him is uplifting and educational. He is the Lead Pastor of Foothills Community Church in Marble Hill, Georgia. He’s married to Lacy, and they have five children; Andy, Lincoln, Abel, Luke, and Haven. This conversation is a continuation from our first episode together a few weeks ago wherein Charlie talked about his personal story and some common themes he sees in the evangelical church today. Asceticism In this episode we dive deeper into asceticism, as explained in Colossians 2:13-34, and our problem with self-reliance and the implications of the fall. We talk about various ministries that are guilty of preying on human greed and even add to the gospel of Jesus Christ. Charlie explains the gospel and our need for a savior, and he discusses the danger of false teaching and the misguided sense of belonging that this gives to some people. God’s Means of Grace Charlie discusses the importance of knowledge and truly knowing God. He discusses the danger of simply knowing facts about God while applying human logic and reason to biblical truth in a way that distorts that truth. He explains the perils of legalism at one end of a spectrum, and antinomianism at the other. We discuss the importance of Scripture as one of God’s means of grace in addition to prayer. We discuss man’s fear and guilt, and Charlie explains the difference between the healthy fear of, or respect for, God and man’s unhealthy anxiety. In this powerful conversation, Charlie describes our self-sufficiency as the root cause of much of our anxiety. You will be blessed by the beautiful truths of Scripture discussed in this important episode of Relentless Truth. Thank you for supporting the podcast. Please share it with your friends! “Charlie explains the difference between the healthy fear of, or respect for God and man’s unhealthy anxiety.”
Apr 4, 2022 · 52 min
A Conversation with Dr. Keith Ablow
Subscribe Keith Ablow is a graduate of Brown University and the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine. He practiced psychiatry for over 25 years before developing his own groundbreaking life coaching, mentoring and spiritual counseling program, Pain-2-Power. Expanding on the Pain-2 Power pathway, Keith offers creative coaching for writers, artists, inventors, entrepreneurs, and thought leaders. He has helped thousands of adults and adolescents across the United States, in Europe and in Asia, including CEOs, elected officials, professional athletes and world-renown artists to: Overcome problems with anxiety, mood, self-esteem, concentration or communication Define and embrace core talents Survive (and actually thrive) during crises Achieve heartfelt goals, no matter how ambitious Keith’s 16 books have sold millions of copies and been translated into eight languages. He co-authored the New York Times bestselling self-help book The 7 Wonders, as well as authoring Living the Truth: Transform Your Life Through the Power of Insight and Honesty. He is a sought-after speaker and has appeared over 1,000 times on The Today Show, Oprah, Good Morning America, the Fox News Channel, CBS This Morning, Inside Edition and many other national television programs. His writings have been published by USA Today, The New York Times, The Washington Post, the New York Post, Good Housekeeping, Discover and Newsweek. Fear is a Universal Problem In this episode, Dr. Ablow addresses many of the issues that he sees in his practice including common threads impacting most people. He talks about Pain-2-Power and the fact that fear is a universal problem experienced by everyone. He eloquently discusses the challenge of dealing with negative issues in our past in this weighty episode. Keith talks about the importance of truth and the fact that every person has to come to grips with the truth. He explains our God given need to experience life realistically. He asks the powerful question, “when you talk, is it actually you speaking?” Dr. Ablow’s wisdom and discernment are clearly communicated in this conversation as he describes a bit of a “sixth sense” that allows him to get to root causes in his clients. Take a Long View of Life Instead of a Short View Keith provides input for students and parents of students. He describes the need to take a long view of life as opposed to a short-term view. He carefully describes the challenges associated with gender dysphoria and related issues. He tells several powerful stories, based on his experience as a professional and as a parent, to illustrate the truth of this important topic. Thank you for your support of Relentless Truth. Please don’t hesitate to comment or send an email to john@johnwarrenmedia.com. Please share this and other episodes with friends, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts! “When you talk, is it actually you speaking?” Dr. Keith Ablow
Mar 28, 2022 · 56 min
A Conversation with Joe Dallas
Subscribe My guest today is Joe Dallas. Joe Dallas is an author and Biblical counselor who has ministered to people dealing with relational and sexual issues for over 30 years. He has authored 9 books, and is the Founder of CloudFire Ministries in Southern California. His weekly podcast Christians in a Cancel Culture is based on his latest book by the same title. Joe is an Elder with Mesa Church of Irvine, CA, and he and his wife Renee live in Orange County. Our Culture and Our Challenges With “Truth” Joe is a leader in his field of expertise, and he shares the beauty of the Gospel in his ministry. He understands our culture and our challenges with “truth,” and he explains the biblical solution to these challenges clearly in this episode. Joe addresses parental fears about sexuality and our children, and he provides wise counsel for parents and young people alike. Joe shares Scriptural insights as he gives weighty advice on our sin and guilt. He does this in a very loving, caring, but truthful way Christians in a Cancel Culture We discuss Joe’s latest book, Christians in a Cancel Culture in this episode. Joe discusses the fact that the evangelical church is in crisis and has abdicated its leadership and pastoral roles. Joe explains his ministry and the focus of his work in this conversation. You will be blessed by his knowledge, his kindness, and his experience. Please share this episode on your social media channels and with your friends. Please go to Joedallas.com to learn more about Joe’s important ministry. Thank you for supporting Relentless Truth with John Warren. “Joe is a leader in his field of expertise, and he shares the beauty of the Gospel in his ministry.” John Warren
Mar 21, 2022 · 1 hr 4 min
A Conversation With Bill Stroup
Subscribe This episode is among my fondest to present to the Relentless Truth audience. Bill Stroup is a friend whose friendship I have enjoyed for over 40 years. His character, knowledge, love for God, and love for his family make him truly exceptional, and you will enjoy getting to know him in this thorough conversation. Bill’s Conversion to Christ and Struggles With Assurance We discuss Bill’s conversion to Christ years ago including his struggles with assurance for many years. This is a struggle that is common to many of my guests in recent weeks, and Bill’s struggles mirror my own in many respects. You will find Bill’s story humorous, real, and candid. Missionaries to Japan You will be encouraged by Bill’s story. He married his sweetheart from a young age, Lil, and they became missionaries to Japan. Bill describes the challenges they experienced and God’s clear hand in their lives over many years of ministry. Bill also explains Lil’s struggle with cancer including a recent recurrence. In telling this story, Bill discusses profound truths that provide his family with comfort during these trials. Bill’s description of this season of life will encourage and inspire those facing similar challenges. Please share this episode on your social media channels and with your friends. Thank you for supporting Relentless Truth with John Warren. “I have enjoyed Bill’s friendship for over 40 years. His character, knowledge, love for God, and love for his family make him truly exceptional.” John Warren
Mar 14, 2022 · 52 min
A Conversation with Nick Anderson
Subscribe My guest today is former Orlando Magic great, Nick Anderson. Nick is currently employed by the Magic in a public relations role and he also works as a broadcaster. He was the Magic’s first pick in the 1989 NBA draft as an expansion franchise. Nick was selected by the Magic with the 11th pick of the first round in the draft. Nick quickly became a franchise favorite, and he was later joined by Shaquille O’Neal, Penny Hardaway, Dennis Scott, and other talented teammates. Thirteen Seasons in the NBA Nick went on to enjoy thirteen seasons in the NBA. His career included setting many franchise records for the Magic, and he famously stole the ball from Michael Jordan in the 1995 Eastern Conference Finals. Nick scored 50 points coming off the bench in a 1993 game against New Jersey. His career averages in shooting, assists, and rebounds are impressive. I met Nick a couple of decades ago after he returned to Orlando to work for the Magic in his current capacity. He has become a good friend over the years, and I asked him to introduce you, our Relentless Truth listeners, to Nick Anderson, the man. Early Years He grew up in Chicago where he played basketball at a young age. Nick describes growing up in “the hood” fondly, and he credits several of his coaches during those formative years, as well as his family, with his success. Nick thrived at the University of Illinois, and he left before his senior year to declare for the NBA draft in 1989 because his Mom had experienced health issues and Nick wanted to take care of her. Nick calls playing professional sports and enjoying a successful career a privilege. He remembers his lengthy career with the Magic fondly, and he humbly describes his blessings from God in this powerful conversation. Nick opens up about his struggles, his anxiety in particular, and he talks about the importance of family and his faith in God. In a very raw, genuine, transparent way, Nick reveals the man that he has become and the principles on which he lives his life. Please enjoy this conversation with my good friend, Nick Anderson, and share it widely across your social media platforms. Nick’s candor and depth are refreshing as he chronicles his life and career in this conversation. Thank you for supporting the podcast. Please share it with your friends! “Nick opens up about his struggles, his anxiety in particular, and he talks about the importance of family and his faith in God.” John Warren
Mar 7, 2022 · 1 hr 7 min
A Conversation with Pastor Charlie Parish
Subscribe Charlie Parish is one of those friends I don’t deserve. He’s a Pastor, theologian, and Christ follower. Every encounter with him is uplifting and educational. He tells his story in this powerful conversation. The story is one that is shared in some respects by many, and it is also unique. Concerns for the Church Charlie explains his concerns for the church and explains what it really means to have a high view of God. The implications of the information he shares in this episode are most important. Challenging Topics We discuss some challenging topics in this conversation including doctrine, theology, complementarianism, the gospel, and more. Charlie explains his call to Foothills Community Church in Marble Hill, Georgia. He explains the amazing congregation there and their migration to a biblical model of governance. I describe the beauty of our visit to this church almost two years ago at the outset of the pandemic, and we talk about the culture, the love and grace, of Chip Doster and others in this congregation. You will be blessed by the beautiful truth discussed in this important episode of Relentless Truth. Thank you for supporting the podcast. Please share it with your friends! “Charlie Parish is one of those friends I don’t deserve. Every encounter with him is uplifting and educational.” John Warren
Feb 28, 2022 · 48 min
Children’s Lives Matter
Subscribe In this episode I discuss the challenging topic of children in America. We say that we value our children, but we often treat them like they aren’t a priority to us. Evidence of our neglect or failure to prioritize our children is our accumulation of debt as a nation. We are leaving them in an almost insolvent position as young adults because we have failed to address the challenging issues associated with balancing our government’s budget. The Critical Parenting Years I discuss the critical parenting years – late high school through young adulthood. Students, young people in the high school to young adult years struggle, almost universally, with confidence. We sometimes, as well-intended parents, check out of our parenting responsibilities during this age. The balancing act here is between giving them space and responsibility and supporting them with guidance and some accountability. Diagnosed to Death We also have diagnosed this generation to death. While there are certainly illnesses and disorders that should be properly diagnosed, we tend to label tendencies and personality types as if they are immutable. We have a tendency to label people and unintentionally reinforce their weaknesses. In doing so, we can cause them to lose hope in a sense. I discuss the fact that we sometimes struggle to manage our expectations for our young people. We tend to either push too hard or ignore, and neither of those inartful approaches are productive. Instead, we should embrace the tension, be mindful of the implications of the fall of man, and rest in who God is. Our young people are starved for challenges and to be loved. My hope is that parents and young people alike will be encouraged and challenged in this episode of Relentless Truth. Thank you for supporting the podcast. Please share it with your friends! “We say that we value our children, but we often treat them like they aren’t a priority.” John Warren
Feb 21, 2022 · 55 min
COVID-19 An Overview
Subscribe In this episode, my personal medical expert, nurse (and wife), Connie Warren shares an overview on the pandemic. We discuss viruses from a user-friendly but technical standpoint. There are only three types of viruses, and COVID-19 is an adenovirus. This group of viruses includes the common cold and the flu. COVID-19 Transmission Myths Connie explains virus transmission and dispels some of the misinformation that has been shared over the past couple of years regarding the ways COVID-19 is transmitted. She explains that we don’t transmit most viruses via surfaces or mail or gas pumps or other objects. COVID-19 is a SARs virus. It can certainly be a severe virus as it attacks the respiratory system. We contract this class of virus through the airways. It can manifest with gastrointestinal symptoms, but it is an airborne, respiratory virus. We even discuss handshaking and transmission through the mouth and even the eyes. Connie explains the efficacy of masks and the correct masks to wear along with the proper types of masks to wear. Natural Immunity and Vaccines Connie explains natural immunity, and she explains the mRNA vaccinations. This episode will educate the listener and alleviate some of the mystery that has fueled the fears of many of us for the past two years. Thank you for supporting the podcast. Please share it with your friends! “In this episode, my personal medical expert, nurse (and wife), Connie shares an overview on the pandemic.” John Warren
Feb 14, 2022 · 41 min
Hope in Troubled Times
Subscribe In this episode, I discuss some encouraging truths about life. Life has been coming at me “fast” and I try to make sense of it in this episode. What do we do, or what do we focus on when we find life exhausting and frustrating? Does our search for truth give us clarity? Where to Go When Life is Challenging Biblical context for living life is important, and we need to know where to go when life is challenging. Depression and Anxiety often accompany this challenging environment, and it is important to know what the Bible says about our experience with challenges or suffering. A Thankful Heart Thanksgiving appears to be a key. So, how do we do that? How do we develop a thankful heart? Underlying the environment, we find ourselves in the Covid-19 virus and the implications of this awful disease on our lives and emotional state. We don’t seem to understand this virus, and the information we receive is often suspect. Life on this fallen earth is challenging, and Covid amplifies our anxiety. How are we to think about these challenges as Christians? I offer some helpful truths to answer these questions in this important episode. Thank you for supporting Relentless Truth with John Warren. Please share our podcast with your friends. “Life has been coming at me “fast” and I try to make some sense of it in this episode.” John Warren