Just Common Sense

What happens when thousands of teenagers gather in the streets, violence erupts, and an entire generation appears increasingly disconnected from biblical truth?In this episode of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter is joined by evangelist Marjorie Williams for a frank conversation about youth violence, absent fathers, education, political influence, cultural division, spiritual deception, and the responsibility of the church.Using 2 Timothy 3 as a biblical foundation, they discuss the “perilous times” described by the apostle Paul and challenge churches to do more than simply observe what is happening. They call on pastors, parents, and believers to reach young people, establish strong Christian education, teach a biblical worldview, confront racial hatred, and proclaim repentance and salvation through Jesus Christ.The conversation also turns toward emerging technology, digital identification, artificial intelligence, and concerns surrounding the mark of the beast. Throughout the program, listeners are encouraged to test every claim carefully, remain grounded in Scripture, and practice spiritual discernment.The central challenge is unmistakable: If the church does not disciple the next generation, the culture will.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Pastor Dale Paschal is today's guest host and takes a look at Truth and Freedom. He asks the question, "What does it mean to be free?" as he examines examines the connection between truth and freedom and the rights they assure every one of usIf this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Dr. Johnny Hunter and Pat Hunter walk through Proverbs 11, James 2, and the headlines to call the Church back to fairness, mercy, and unwavering love for Israel — and for every soul who walks through the door.On this episode of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter and Pat Hunter open with a clear word to the Body of Christ: don't tune out the news — use discernment. From a nationwide blood pressure medication recall to Waymo robotaxi safety concerns, from a near-collision at Boston Logan to the curious case of the Obama Center being a "presidential center" without any presidential records, the Hunters walk listeners through the headlines that matter.But the heart of the episode lands on a Brooklyn coffee shop refusing service to Jewish Congressman Dan Goldman — and a New York mayor who refused to condemn it. From there, Pat and Dr. Johnny open Proverbs 11, James 2, Exodus 23, Leviticus 19, and Romans 8 to remind every believer that God hates dishonest scales and shows no partiality — and neither should we.A timely, Spirit-led call to mercy, justice, and standing with Israel.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Dr. Johnny Hunter and Pat Hunter weave together the history of Juneteenth, the honor of Father's Day, and the ultimate freedom found only in Jesus Christ"It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery."— Galatians 5:1 (NIV)If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Dr. Johnny Hunter, Pat Hunter, and Tahia welcome Rev. Dr. Hiram Crawford, Jr. and his wife Dr. Jeronna Crawford to celebrate a multigenerational legacy of bold pro-life, pro-family ministry rooted in Chicago and reaching across the nation.The Crawford family carries one of the most consequential legacies in the modern pro-life, pro-family movement. Rev. Hiram Crawford Sr. founded the Pro-Life, Pro-Family Coalition in 1985 — coining the very terms — and gathered pastors across the African American community to defend life, marriage, and Christian family values. Today, his son carries that mantle as president of the coalition, while his wife Dr. Jeronna shares remarkable stories from her years as a Chicago Public Schools principal where prayer, abstinence education, and Spirit-led leadership transformed an entire community.From confronting city hall to credit unions in 39 churches, this is a conversation about generational faithfulness — and a clear call to stand up for Jesus in our generation, too.Faithfulness is generational — and the Crawford family proves the gospel still passes from father, to son, to grandchildren who stand.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

"There's no such thing as a pro-choice clergyman. You're a pro-murderer." — Pastor Clenard ChildressOn this stirring episode of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter and Pat Hunter welcome longtime friend, fellow soldier, and pro-life pioneer Pastor Clenard Childress, Jr. of New Hope Baptist Church in Newark, New Jersey — founder of LEARN Northeast Region and one of the most courageous voices for the sanctity of black life in America.Together they honor the late Elder Dr. Levon Yuille, recount the untold story behind the Kermit Gosnell trial press conference with Day Gardner, and unpack the political theater surrounding the Delaney Hall ICE facility in New Jersey. But the heart of this episode arrives when Pastor Childress delivers a prophetic word God has placed on him for clergy across America: there is no such thing as a pro-choice clergyman.Anchored in Matthew 19, this is a Spirit-filled call to pastors, watchmen, and foot soldiers — a reminder that God still raises voices who will not look the other way.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

On this deeply moving episode of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter and Pat Hunter are joined by special guest Pastor Cecil LaFleur of Chicago to honor the home-going of Elder Dr. Levon Yuille — pastor, host of Joshua's Trail radio, national director of the National Black Pro-Life Congress, and one of the most courageous voices for the sanctity of life in modern history.Together, they share personal memories of Dr. Yuille's bold leadership — from leading the first all-black rescue at an abortion facility in East Lansing in 1989, to standing fearlessly in Englewood under threats and spit-filled hatred, to his unforgettable five-minute sermons that "shut the place down." Anchored in Exodus 23 and Proverbs 24, the conversation calls every listener to the same holy boldness Dr. Yuille embodied: you cannot look the other way.The episode closes with headlines that show why his message matters now more than ever.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Dr. Johnny and Pat Hunter return with a rallying call for believers to gear up, stay engaged, and refuse to retreat from the cultural and spiritual battles of our day.Dr. Johnny Hunter and Pat Hunter are back behind the mic with a powerful exhortation for weary believers: keep standing. Drawing from Ephesians 6, Galatians 6:9, and the bold example of the Apostle Paul, they remind Christians that spiritual warfare is real — and retreat is not an option.Using Paul's unwavering journey to Jerusalem as the centerpiece, the Hunters illustrate what it looks like to count the cost, gear up in the armor of God, and press forward even when the road is hard. They also unpack current headlines — from CIA findings on COVID's origins, to a Virginia Supreme Court ruling on gerrymandering, to California's transgender athletics controversy, to Cuba's collapsing power grid — connecting each story to the urgent need for Christians to be informed, engaged, and courageous.This is a call to suit up, show up, and stand firm.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

"Will you stay balanced during the test?" ~Ta'HeyaGuest host Ta'Heya Foster shares a powerful testimony of trusting God through a sudden, life-altering diagnosis—and the unshakable faith that carried her from a wheelchair back to her feet.Drawing from Hebrews 11:1, Ta'Heya shares her remarkable testimony of waking up one July morning in 2018 to a body suddenly out of balance—a journey that led to a diagnosis of transverse myelitis, two months hospitalized, more than 20 medications, and learning to walk all over again.Through every shake, stumble, and uncertain hour, Ta'Heya kept the faith. She weaves Scripture, real-life story, and the examples of Jesus in the wilderness and Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego in the furnace to remind listeners that faith is Forward Action In Trusting Him. This episode is an honest, hope-filled call to stand steady when life feels off balance—because God always shows up on time.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

In this special National Day of Prayer edition of Just Common Sense, guest host Pastor Dale Paschal welcomes Pastor Norman Cooper, veteran and lead pastor of Cliffdale at the Lake Community Church in Fayetteville, North Carolina.Together they reflect on the power of unified prayer in a divided nation, exploring how believers can set aside politics, race, and denomination to seek God’s healing for America.Pastor Norman shares his personal faith journey—from a troubled youth to an Army veteran to a pastor—and his passion for prison ministry, family devotion, and community service. He and Pastor Dale discuss how prayer, service, and forgiveness ignite revival in the church and in the home. They also celebrate Mother’s Day, honoring the wives and mothers who carry faith through future generations.It’s a conversation rooted in Proverbs 2:7: “He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest.” Prayer is our nation’s best defense and its truest source of unity.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

In this riveting edition of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter takes listeners straight from today’s headlines into the heart of Scripture. From gerrymandering in Virginia and confusion over gender in competitive sports, to moral compromise in leadership and the ongoing attacks on life and faith — he holds nothing back.Through the lens of John the Baptist, Dr. Hunter explores how believers are called to speak truth even when the culture says, “stay in your lane.” Using Philippians 2:5‑8 and the story of John’s bold witness and martyrdom, he makes the compelling case that Christians cannot remain silent in politics, morality, or public life.Faith is personal, but it’s never private. Like John, believers are called to shine light wherever darkness hides — in government, schools, business, and the public square. The message is plain: If Christians won’t stand up, corruption wins — and common sense dies.Listeners are challenged to put on the armor of God, get involved, and bring faith‑filled integrity back to civic life.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Dr. Johnny and Pat Hunter step briefly aside to allow Ta'Heya to lead a powerful conversation about how faith stands strong amid distraction and discouragement. From the battlefield of the mind to the headlines of the nation, today’s believers are called to stay alert and anchored in God’s Word. Using prayer, fasting, and faith as spiritual weapons, Dr. Hunter reminds listeners that the distractor’s goal is to divide and discourage — but God’s plan is to strengthen and equip His people to stand firm..If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Dr. Johnny Hunter urges listeners to refocus their faith and resolve as Christians in uncertain times. Through David’s struggles, Eve’s temptation, and Jesus’ obedience, he shows how the lust of the flesh, eyes, and pride of life remain humanity’s greatest traps — and why trusting God is the only way to peace and victory. Equal parts headline truth, biblical teaching, and moral clarity, this episode reminds believers that common sense faith means choosing righteousness over reaction and trust over fear.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Johnny Hunter: "There’s a war for truth raging in our nation...spiritual wickedness in high places." This week on Just Common Sense, I’m joined by Pastor Marlin Sharp from STAND Virginia PAC to unpack what’s really behind a so‑called “fairness” amendment that could reshape Virginia’s future and our nation’s values.We’ll connect Ephesians 6 to modern politics and learn how Christians can take a stand for truth.https://www.StandVirginiaPAC.comIf this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

In this Easter edition of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter and Pat Hunter remind listeners why Easter is more than a holiday — it’s a national necessity. Drawing from Isaiah 53, Dr. Hunter connects the suffering and sacrifice of Christ with the moral confusion and cultural challenges facing America today.From COVID‑era church closures to gender confusion in our schools and courts, Dr. Hunter invites believers to return to church, return to truth, and return to the cross — because Jesus Christ still saves.This is a rousing call for the Church to stand firm in faith and reason, guided by Proverbs 2 : 7 — “He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest; He is a shield to those who walk with integrity.”If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

In this special edition of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter is joined by Ta’Heya Foster and Pat Hunter for a deeply engaging conversation with Ryan Bomberger—Emmy Award‑winning creative, author, and co‑founder of The Radiance Foundation.From his incredible story of being conceived in rape and adopted in love, to his bold advocacy for life, faith, and truth, Ryan shares how purpose can rise from pain and how God turns tragedy into triumph.The conversation moves from vision and calling (Proverbs 29:18) to the urgent cultural battles of our day—sanctity of life, integrity in leadership, and protecting freedom through wisdom and discernment.You’ll hear a powerful testimony of mercy, courage, and conviction; a reminder that God still raises up leaders who speak with clarity and compassion in a confused world.Key Highlights:Ryan Bomberger on being “conceived in rape, adopted in love” and redeemed for purposeThe founding story of The Radiance Foundation and how faith fuels creative activismVision and responsibility in a nation losing moral direction (Proverbs 29:18)Discussion on the SAVE Act, integrity in elections, and the role of believers in civic lifeWhy protecting life is foundational to protecting libertyIf this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

In this thoughtful and wide‑ranging episode of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter welcomes his wife Pat Hunter back to the microphone — and the two dive deep into Proverbs 2:10‑11, exploring how wisdom and knowledge can preserve us in a world that often confuses noise for truth.From their own early hunger for God’s Word — when Bible study was the highlight of every week — to the importance of spiritual discernment in uncertain times, the Hunters connect timeless biblical wisdom to today’s headlines. They discuss how understanding current events with prayerful insight protects both faith and family, covering issues from politics and border policy to school closures and the deeper cultural consequences of rejecting God’s design for life.Through it all, Dr. Hunter reminds believers that wisdom isn’t about fear or debate; it’s about being grounded in truth so we can act with clarity and compassion. Pat adds warmth and testimony, offering heartfelt stories from their own walk with Christ that show how the Word of God remains the surest foundation in every season.“When wisdom enters your heart and knowledge is pleasant to your soul, discretion will preserve you; understanding will keep you.” — Proverbs 2:10‑11 (NIV)Just Common Sense reminds us again that awareness without faith can’t save — but faith with understanding will always strengthen.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

On this episode of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter welcomes Pastor Dr. Melvin L. Johnson,.author of Understanding Socialism and the Danger It Brings. Together, they unpack the moral and spiritual deception at the heart of modern socialism—why it rejects God, replaces biblical morality with man’s reasoning, and masquerades as compassion.Dr. Johnson traces socialism’s roots through history—from Karl Marx and Charles Darwin to modern movements—and exposes its persistent influence in American culture and even within the church. He reminds listeners: “Socialism is man’s effort to create a utopian world without God.”The discussion contrasts forced redistribution with the Spirit-led generosity of Acts 4, reveals how faith leaders once stood against communist infiltration, and urges today’s believers to reclaim both truth and courage.Key PointsSocialism rejects God: it replaces divine authority with human control.Man’s morality shifts: calling evil good and good evil leads to destruction.Forced charity isn’t biblical: true generosity is Spirit-moved, not government-mandated.History matters: Soviet efforts to divide America once targeted Black churches and leaders —but pastors stood firm.Today’s call: discern deception, defend truth, and uphold freedom through faith in Christ.“Socialism is man’s attempt to build utopia without God— and that always leads to bondage.” — Dr. Melvin L. JohnsonIf this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

In this timely episode of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter and guest host Ta’Heya Foster explore the powerful truth of Ecclesiastes 3 — that to everything there is a season. From Scripture to current world events, Dr. Hunter urges believers to recognize the times we’re living in and respond with discernment, faith, and courage.Through lessons from Daniel, Elijah, and Jesus’ words about division and allegiance, the conversation connects the ancient call for wisdom to our modern moment—when nations rage, wars escalate abroad, and moral confusion divides our own culture at home.Dr. Hunter reminds listeners that wisdom is better than weapons of war, that God still removes and raises up leaders in every generation, and that the most dangerous enemy isn’t always on the battlefield—it’s a divided heart or nation without spiritual unity.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

In this thought‑provoking episode of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter welcomes Jay DeLancy, author of Aliens Among Us and founder of the Voter Integrity Project of North Carolina. Together, they unpack the importance of protecting fair and transparent elections—both as American citizens and as people of faith called to walk in integrity.Jay shares first‑hand insights from his ongoing work exposing vulnerabilities in voter registration and ballot verification—from tens of thousands of deceased names on voter rolls to recent court disputes involving unverified ballots in North Carolina’s 2024 State Supreme Court election. The discussion weaves civic duty with biblical stewardship, encouraging believers to stay alert, stay informed, and stay involved.They also tackle voter‑ID controversies, media spin, and partisan hypocrisy, reminding listeners that citizenship is stewardship—and that real reform begins when Christians show up, speak up, and vote with wisdom.Learn more at https://VoterIntegrityProject.comFollow Jay DeLancy at https://jaydelancy.substack.com/If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

For this landmark 150th episode, Dr. Johnny Hunter is joined by two familiar co-hosts, Pastor Dale Paschal of Cliffdale Community Church and Ta’heiya Foster, civic leader, minister, and Ms. Black Fayetteville. Together they celebrate the enduring mission of Just Common Sense—a show founded on Proverbs 2:7: “He grants a treasure of common sense to the honest; He is a shield to those who walk with integrity.”In this milestone conversation, they reflect on the importance of faith-led leadership, honoring family legacies, and staying connected to the community through practical wisdom.Pastor Dale shares updates from Cliffdale Community Church—including the launch of its new satellite campus and efforts to strengthen engagement in local education. Ta’heiya shares her ministry through “Keep Breathing CPR & First Aid Training” and her passion for equipping youth to lead with integrity.The trio also takes listeners back to the biblical roots of the show’s motto, “Just Common Sense,” applying Scripture to issues facing families, schools, and communities today—often with humor, heart, and a reminder that “wisdom isn’t complex—it’s just common sense.”If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

On this special Just Common Sense episode, Dr. Johnny Hunter welcomes longtime friend and ministry partner Jim Pinto—pastor, author, EWTN television host, and pro‑life advocate—to share how the message of civil rights, unity, and the sanctity of life are woven together in God’s calling for His Church.From his early days in New Jersey shaped by the Civil Rights Movement to decades of ministry in Birmingham, Alabama, Jim reflects on how faith compelled Christians to bridge racial divides and later to defend the unborn—the voiceless victims of a new generation’s human‑rights struggle. He recounts stories of reconciliation, revival, and resistance: churches once divided now worshiping “from the same cup,” and believers learning to see the face of Christ in every person—from neighbor to preborn child.Dr. Hunter and Jim also discuss the cost of conviction—arrests, ridicule, and grace‑filled victories—and how the same gospel that fueled Dr. King’s dream still calls men and women today to “do justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God.”Learn more about Jim Pinto HEREIf this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

On this week’s Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter and Taheiya Foster remind believers that the church is still victorious because Christ has already won.Drawing from Matthew 16:13‑18, Revelation 12, and James 4:6‑8, the program calls Christians to resist evil agendas,stand for truth and submit fully to God’s will.From cultural confusion to biblical clarity,Dr. Hunter and Taheiya speak candidly about protecting women and children, standing against deception,and living with courage in today's society.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Guest host Taheiya Foster steps behind the mic on Just Common Sense to explore one of life’s most defining questions — Whom will you serve?Drawing from Proverbs 2 : 7 and Galatians 6 : 7‑9, Taheiya challenges listeners to look beyond everyday decisions to the ultimate choice between walking in God’s will or falling into the traps of the enemy.Through biblical examples — from Daniel in the lions’ den to Shadrach, Meshach & Abednego in the fire — she reminds us that choosing God leads to covering, peace, and purpose.This message isn’t about religion — it’s about responsibility, integrity, and eternity. Choose life.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

When headlines out of Minnesota surface about government fraud, disrupted worship services, and culture‑war clashes, Dr. Hunter calls in two eyewitnesses who know both the front‑page story and the spiritual battle behind it.Reverends Brian and Denise Walker, founders of Rich in Mercy Ministries and members of the National Black Pro‑Life Coalition, join Just Common Sense to talk about corruption, accountability, and the responsibility of God’s people to walk with integrity in dark times.It’s a conversation that moves from politics to principle — and reminds us that JCS stands not only for Just Common Sense, but for Jesus Christ Saves.Brian and Denise Walker:Rich in Mercy Ministries richinmercy.orgPro‑Life Action Ministries plam.orgIf this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Your convictions might one day cost you — but how you respond will preach louder than any sermon.In this episode,Just Common Sense host Dr.Johnny Hunter talks with Troy Newman, long‑time pro‑life activist and president of Operation Rescue, about what it means to stand firm for truth when culture pushes back hard. Arrested across multiple nations for peacefully defending unborn lives, Troy shares firsthand stories from the front lines — from jail cells to courtrooms — revealing what genuine, Christ‑like courage looks like.Inside this conversation:How faith, not fury, defines Christian activism.Learning from Dr. King’s legacy — why purity of heart must precede public action.How to stand for life within the law — and what to do when the law is unjust.Behind the scenes of the Center for Medical Progress undercover videos exposing abortion industry abuses.When arrest isn’t defeat — it’s discipleship.Troy’s motto: “Jesus didn’t come to protest — He came to lay down His life.”That’s not rebellion; that’s redemption in action.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

In this week’s Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter, joined by his wife Pat, challenges listeners to stay alert, strong, and grounded in God’s Word. From First Peter 1:13‑16, they discuss why believers must pursue holiness, reject ignorance, and walk with integrity in a culture that calls evil good and good evil.Dr. Hunter also unpacks current headlines—from rising flu cases and questionable medical ethics to worldwide unrest and political deception—through the lens of biblical common sense. Recorded at the studios of WCLN Christian 105.7 FM, this broadcast is a stirring reminder that wisdom, prayer, and holiness still matter in modern life.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

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Dr. Hunter shows how a government decree and ancient prophecies converged to place Jesus in Bethlehem—proving that even “top-down” headlines can serve God’s plan. “Worldly plots play into God’s plan.” In this Christmas episode, Dr. Johnny Hunter revisits the original headline—Caesar Augustus’ census (Luke 2:1)—and traces how it moved Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem, fulfilling centuries-old prophecy (Mic 5:2). With clear, devotional commentary, he walks through key promises pointing to Messiah’s birth and early years (Gen 3:15; Gen 12:3; Isa 7:14; Hos 11:1; Matt 2), the visit of the wise men, Herod’s rage, and God’s protective guidance.The takeaway: history isn’t random—God rules over rulers, and Christ brings real peace in a turbulent season. Encouraging, Bible-saturated, and perfect for Christmas listeners.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Dr. Johnny Hunter surveys the week’s headlines—then shows how God still weaves human plots into His perfect plan, especially at Christmas.In this edition of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter walks through a stack of headlines—from federal investigations and congressional subpoenas to world violence and culture-war controversies—and asks a bigger question: Where is God in all of this? Drawing from Proverbs 2:7 and Luke 2, he reminds us that the first Christmas unfolded under a government decree, yet fulfilled divine prophecy right on time. He urges believers to guard their hearts during a stressful season, practice wise stewardship, and keep their hope anchored in Christ. If the news cycle wears you down, this conversation will re-center you on God’s sovereignty—and the Savior who still brings peace on earth.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Practical, faith-anchored ways to keep joy intact when the headlines are heavy and home life is complicated.The holidays can be loud—news cycles, bills, family schedules—and joy can feel like it’s on backorder. Today we’re getting practical. Not theory, not platitudes—habits you can choose this week that strengthen joy even when headlines are heavy and home is messy. We’ll reframe what biblical joy really is, walk through a few stabilizing rhythms, and build a simple 7-day plan you can start tonight. Take a breath. You’re not behind, and you’re not alone. Let’s choose joy, on purpose.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Today’s “Just Common Sense” digs into the collision of technology, truth, and human dignity. Dr. Matthew Eppinette joins us to unpack why modern ethics swapped external standards for internal feelings, how AI chatbots (and “grief bots”) can stunt real relationships and healthy grieving, and why quantum-speed computing comes with massive power demands you don’t see on your screen.We also wade into organ donation and the push to redefine death, IVF “plus” embryo screening, and the growing blur between humans and machines. It’s a practical, Scripture-anchored call to think clearly, love wisely, and keep people—not platforms—at the center.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

On this Thanksgiving edition, Dr. Johnny Hunter welcomes Pastor Arthur “AJ” Johnson (Birmingham, AL) for a heartfelt conversation on giving thanks in everything. After a quick sweep of national headlines, Pastor AJ shares his pro-life journey (including an arrest while peacefully praying at a clinic and a night in the same Birmingham jail cell once used for Dr. King), the miracle of his family after years of infertility, and the deep grief of losing a son.Anchored in 1 Thessalonians 5:18, he teaches the difference between thanking God in trials (not necessarily for them), and shows how gratitude glorifies God in every season. Scripture-rich, pastoral, and practical—this one lifts weary hearts to worship.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Dr. Johnny Hunter welcomes Pastor Rusty Thomas for a candid conversation on constitutional liberty, media narratives, and the church’s response to cultural threats.After quick headlines (Turning Point USA, court fights over redistricting), the episode dives into lessons from Ruby Ridge and Waco/Branch Davidians, contrasting the media’s story with on-the-ground accounts.The second half examines reports of a proposed “Sharia/Epic City/The Meadows” development in Texas, broader concerns about Sharia law and Marxism as competing ideologies, and why Rusty believes they’re incompatible with America’s creed.The show closes with a pastoral call to courage: don’t fear—trust Christ, contend for truth, and live the gospel publicly.To learn more about today's guest, visit:https://www.archurch.net/https://www.rustythomas.org/If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

“After Roe v. Wade fell, the abortion industry didn’t die. It just moved to the mailbox and the internet.”On this episode of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter and his wife Pat welcome Rev. Robert Solomon, Vice President of the National Black Pro-Life Union, for a frank conversation about the state of the pro-life movement after Roe v. Wade. They trace the shift from brick-and-mortar abortion clinics to abortion pills, expose the population-control roots of the abortion industry, and discuss how Obamacare is being used to subsidize abortion. Anchored in Scripture, they draw sobering parallels between slavery and abortion, warn about the advance of a godless, communist mindset, and call believers to action: prayer, bold truth-telling, and contacting elected officials to defend innocent life.Post–Roe Reality: The Fight Has Shifted, Not StoppedRoe v. Wade being overturned did not end abortion; it pushed the battle to the states.Pro-life work now must engage federal, state, and local levels.From Clinics to Pills: A New FrontlineBrick-and-mortar abortion clinics are declining, and abortion doctors are aging out.The industry is moving aggressively to abortion pills:Mailed through the U.S. Postal Service, even into states with strong protections.Distributed through major retailers like Walmart, CVS, Walgreens.Much of the battle will increasingly be online and in the mail, not just on clinic sidewalks.Abortion and Slavery: A Moral ParallelSlaves were treated as chattel property; today, preborn children are treated as the property of the mother.The 14th Amendment protects “persons” from being deprived of life without due process; the question is recognizing the unborn as persons.Just as slavery divided and defiled the nation, abortion is now doing the same.Eugenics and Targeted Population ControlThe roots of legalized abortion are deeply tied to eugenics and population control.Certain populations were (and are) considered “undesirable” or “inferior”: black Americans, Jews, Native Americans, poor whites, disabled individuals.Abortion, sterilization, and birth control were deliberately used as tools to reduce these populations.Historically, black Americans moved from “asset” (as free labor) to “liability” (as competitors), and policy followed that mindset.Obamacare and Taxpayer-Funded AbortionObamacare included mechanisms that expanded abortion coverage, bypassing the Hyde Amendment.Democrats fought hard to maintain subsidies so that taxpayers would indirectly fund abortion.The shutdown battle is tied to whether subsidies for abortion-involved plans continue.National Identity at Stake: Toward Communism?Open borders and refusal to deport dangerous individuals are seen as intentional destabilization.Bringing in large numbers of people who do not assimilate is described as a way to change the nation’s character.The warning is clear: without a moral and constitutional anchor, America heads toward a communist-style system with no real freedoms.Biblical View of Life in the WombScripture clearly presents life beginning at conception.God knows, forms, and calls individuals from the womb.Jesus’ fierce protection of children (millstone warning) reflects God’s heart toward the defenseless and the young.What Believers Should DoPray and stay grounded in the Word.Teach and defend a biblical view of life.Support pregnancy centers and ministries that offer real help and alternatives.Call and visit district offices of senators and representatives, especially regarding:Abortion subsidies in Obamacare.Regulation and restriction of abortion pill distribution.Work toward making abortion not only illegal, but unthinkable.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

In this episode of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter starts with headlines—from the legacy of Charlie Kirk and the latest shutdown blame game, to electric vehicles and police Cybertrucks—then moves into a deeper question: who should really be caring for the poor? Walking through Matthew 25, he points out what Jesus did and did not say about feeding “the least of these,” arguing that charity is the responsibility of God’s people, not big government.Dr. Hunter connects the dots between historical slavery, modern welfare dependency, open borders, SNAP benefits, and the impact on families and communities. He also highlights the Fayetteville Renewal Project, a church-led initiative built on charity, unity, and outreach, and closes by urging listeners to find a Bible-believing church, seek true freedom in Christ, and remember that Jesus Christ saves.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Guest host Pastor Dale Paschal talks with Pastor Greg Williams (Cliffdale at the Lake Community Church) about the Fayetteville Renewal Project—a citywide, volunteer-only initiative built on three pillars: Charity, Unity, and Outreach. The plan: unite Bible-believing churches, pool people and resources, knock on doors, assess needs, fix what’s broken, connect families to services, and serve with zero political agendas. Funding flows primarily from churches; oversight comes from a multi-denominational council to ensure accountability and focus. What you’ll hear:Why unity across denominations is essential (and possible)How a volunteer model stretches every dollar to real needsPractical help: repairs, bills, counseling referrals, and moreGuardrails: accountability, stewardship, and non-partisanshipA scalable approach other cities can adoptCall to action: If you’re a pastor or church leader in the Fayetteville/Raeford area, connect with Pastor Greg’s team and invite your congregation to serve. Many churches, one mission—and a city that notices.To Learn More:Email: [email protected] Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AXvwg4pyf/JCS = Just Common Sense—and most of all, Jesus Christ Saves.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Today’s “Just Common Sense” scans the headlines—shutdown politics, “No Kings” protests, global unrest—and asks a deeper question: is chaos our biggest problem, or is sin? Evangelist Marjorie Williams joins us to make the case that only Jesus cures the heart behind the headlines, calling listeners to repent, return to the Word, and re-engage the local church.We contrast a “No Kings” culture with Matthew 2’s King Jesus and anchor in Proverbs 2:7: God grants common sense and shields those who walk with integrity. Practical next steps follow—pray, vote wisely, serve locally, and live the gospel boldly.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

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In this episode of Just Common Sense, we contrast “What would Jesus do?” with “What did Jesus do?” and apply Scripture (2 Timothy 3; Exodus 7) to today’s headlines.Pastor Caesar LeFlore joins the conversation from Chicago with a ground-level look at violence, “ICE-free zone” claims, and the clash between political power and public safety. We talk discernment, faithful church engagement, and the hope that never changes: Jesus Christ saves.Welcome to Just Common Sense, where biblical wisdom cuts through the noise. Today we lean into Proverbs 2:7—God gives common sense to the honest—and ask a better question than WWJD: WDJD—What DID Jesus Do?From 2 Timothy 3’s warning about deception to Exodus 7’s showdown with counterfeit power, we unpack how Scripture equips believers to navigate confusing times. Our guest, Pastor Caesar LeFlore (Spirit of Liberty Church of God), checks in from Chicago with an unvarnished update on weekend violence, reported “stand-down” directives, “ICE-free” signs, and how political tug-of-war impacts everyday families. We discuss why staying rooted in a gospel-preaching local church matters more than ever, and we end with a prayer for boldness, clarity, and hope in Christ. Resources mentioned:Illinois Family -- https://illinoisfamily.orgGood Soil, Good Seed Christian Scholarship Foundation — https://gsgsfoundation.com If this helped you think clearly in chaotic times, subscribe, share, and drop a comment with your takeaways. And remember: JCS means Just Common Sense—and most of all, Jesus Christ Saves.Pastor Ceasar LeFlore is a Pro-Life champion and Sentior Pastor of The Spirit of Liberty Church of God in Markham Illinois.https://illinoisfamily.org/If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Today’s conversation cuts through noisy headlines and asks what’s really driving the rise in public violence—and how believers should live wisely in the middle of it. Our guest, Troy Williams—legal analyst, criminal defense investigator, former narcotics officer, and pastor—joins us to discuss:The engraved-bullet pattern showing up in recent shootingsThe Charlotte light-rail stabbing and the danger of living unaware (phones, earbuds, zero awareness)Mental-health “reform” vs. reality: when institutional care vanished and streets got riskierWhy “watch as well as pray” is not fear—it’s biblical order and neighbor loveRomans 1, Genesis, and the moral chaos beneath our policy failuresThe church’s witness after tragedy: forgiveness, prayer, and steadfast hopeKey idea: Be prepared, not panicked. Christians are called to vigilance, integrity, and compassion—eyes open, hearts steady, feet planted in truth. Referenced past episodes with Troy Williams:Ep. 7 – Party Platforms in the Pulpit [LINK]Ep. 41 – Borders & Complex National Issues [LINK]Ep. 63 – Public Schools & Cultural Pressures [LINK]Listen live on WCLN Christian 105.7 and catch replays at jcsradio.org.Station site: https://christian1057.comShow site: jcsradio.orgIf this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

When culture fractures, common sense and Christlike love become countercultural courage. Dr. Johnny Hunter explores why unity is a gospel issue, how forgiveness disarms hatred, and where biblical wisdom meets real headlines. From practical safety (don’t shelter under trees during storms) to political noise and public grief, this conversation anchors us in Scripture and reminds us: Jesus Christ saves—and His people can lead with grace. What you’ll hear:Proverbs-level wisdom for “perilous times”The shock and strength of public forgiveness—and why it healsUnity without compromise (Psalm 133; Philippians 2:1–3)Common-sense takeaways from recent headlinesA call to courageous faith that serves, not seethesScriptures referenced: Proverbs 2; Psalm 133:1; Philippians 2:1–3; 2 Timothy 3If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

This episode of Just Common Sense confronts one of the hardest calls in the Christian life: forgiveness after unthinkable violence. Dr. Johnny Hunter walks through the moment Erica Kirk publicly forgave her husband’s assassin and explains why forgiveness isn’t weakness—it’s spiritual courage that disarms hate and invites healing.You’ll hear how biblical wisdom (Proverbs, Psalm 133, Philippians 2; 2 Timothy 3) grounds a response that refuses outrage as the final word, and how mercy clears a path toward true unity without abandoning truth. Along the way, we apply common-sense faith to the week’s headlines and offer practical steps for living grace in a divided age. Highlights:Why public forgiveness matters—and what it isn’tUnity that doesn’t compromise convictionPractical, common-sense ways to respond to cultural pain with faithIf this encourages you, share it with someone who’s grieving today.More resources: learninc.org • Listen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

Pastor Dale Paschall anchors today's episode featuring Lori Hoye of the Issues4Life Foundation and Ta'Heya Foster of (Life Education and Resource Network LEARN).They discuss pro-life issues, and California Bill AB 495, dubbed by many as a "child predator's dream".If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

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In this episode of Just Common Sense, Dr. Johnny Hunter welcomes Pastor Ceasar LeFlore (Spirit of Liberty Church of God, Markham, IL) for a frank, faith-first look at Chicago—where media narratives, sanctuary policies, and street-level realities often collide. Together they explore how 2 Timothy 3 and Exodus 7 speak to our moment, why church fellowship matters more than ever, and how believers can stand for truth without flinching. They also discuss public safety, immigration enforcement, and community impact—all through a Christ-centered commitment to wisdom, integrity, and love of neighbor. Topics you’ll hear:“What did Jesus do?” vs. “What would Jesus do?”—a better way to frame actionPerilous times, persistent hope: anchoring in Scripture and local church lifeHeadlines vs. ground truth in Chicago: safety, enforcement, and responsibilityFaith and works in the city: serving families, protecting communities, discipling the next generationAbout the guest:Pastor Ceasar LeFlore is Senior Pastor at the Spirit of Liberty Church of God in Markham, Illinois, and a longtime pro-life and education advocate. He’s involved with initiatives that equip families and students to thrive in faith and life.If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

A lesson from 1 Kings 1If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

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First and foremost, Dinah Monahan’s life can be defined by Pro-Life.Her mother created the Precious Feet, the lapel pin that is the size and shape of a pre-born babies feet at ten weeks.Dinah has been speaking out against abortion for nearly fifty years, working with women - pregnant women, wounded and abused women and Christian women struggling with the pain of abortion and abuse.Between pregnant women and troubled teens, the Monahan family was a refuge and a hope for hundreds of young women over the years.​Dinah founded Living Hope Women’s Centers and Hope House Maternity Home in the White Mountains of Arizona and directed them for twenty years.After she “retired” Dinah and her husband went to Ethiopia and founded a maternity home which took in sixteen young women at a time, continued for five years.Dinah and Mike stayed involved with a church they helped build in a village called Gutumuma. It is in the middle of a Muslim region where the price for conversion to Christianity is high.​Dinah is a AACC certified lay counselor who, because of life experiences, has specialized in helping women who have been molested or traumatized as children. If this helped you:Subscribe and share with a friend who needs hope today.To connect and learn more, visit learninc.orgListen to Just Common Sense on your favorite podcast app.

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