The culture in the western world often sees relationships as temporary and hurried. Friendships are an effective and safe way to learn and observe each other doing life, but rather than maximizing that time together, many feel pressured to rush into dating, which often leads to unnecessary pain and heartache. Dr. Jonny proposes a different paradigm where we ask ourselves specific questions, pursue personal growth and engage with our own healing before moving deeper in relationships.

At the very heart of cultural reformation and healing is thanksgiving. We can never become so distracted and disheartened by the world around us that we lose sight of the One that empowered us to actually impact and change culture. Thanksgiving became a national holiday through the persistence and vision of a cultural reformer. Even in the darkest hour of our nation’s history, she called for unity and healing by fixing our attention on the goodness of God!

Dr. Jonny reviews the midterm results, and then continues with his series on Powerful Parenting. Video games and gaming isn’t just a fun and relaxing experience, it can have harmful effects on kids and adults physically, emotionally, psychologically and relationally. Perhaps the most sinister problem with gaming is that it is a colossal waste of time, and distracts our kids from their calling and will of the Lord for their lives.

Dr. Jonny breaks down the midterm election results not from a political stand-point, but from a kingdom and cultural perspective. He explains that when a nation is so culturally divided, especially on the issue that matters most, it is imperative that the message of the kingdom is clear, coherent and changes the heart of the people.

Unfettered use of cell phone devices can have a negative impact on our children’s physical and mental health and, ironically, social media has severe consequences on our children’s social behavior. We need to restore precious (device-free) human interaction, where we can listen and be heard. Dr. Jonny implores parents to be powerful in setting boundaries and giving strategies to help our children navigate the world of technology.

With the perspective of an ER Physician, Dr. Jonny tackles the topic of drugs and alcohol, as he continues his series on Powerful Parenting. The statistics paint an ominous picture of drug and alcohol abuse among young people. They are desperately looking for a solution to treat their pain, anxiety and depression. This solidifies the importance of parents setting boundaries and providing strategies for their children in this destructive culture.

Dr. Jonny continues on his “Top 10 List” of topics for powerful parenting. This week he discusses origins and worldview. Evolution isn’t a scientific law, but rather a secular religion being taught everyday to our children. This religion teaches a lifeless, hopeless, and purposeless doctrine that has serious consequences on all aspects of society. Parents need to be confident, personally and scientifically, that the the purposeful message of the Bible is accurate, true and can be trusted!

Dr. Jonny begin a series on powerful parenting designed to help parents provide boundaries and strategies for their children facing a concerning culture. This podcasts addresses the definition of “woke” and how we as Christians can engage this cultural conversation with honor and compassion. Our children don’t need to compromise or takes sides, but rather be a mediator and have an answer for our culture’s problems.