Iran thought it could hold the world's energy supply hostage, but President Trump responded by turning the pressure back on Tehran. In this episode of Allen Jackson Now, Pastor Allen Jackson welcomes Brigham McCown of the Hudson Institute to discuss how President Trump's energy strategy is applying pressure on Iran and why China, not the United States, is far more dependent on energy flowing through the Strait of Hormuz. Energy independence has become one of America's greatest national security advantages. Pastor Allen explains why America should never apologize for pursuing national strength and why Christians should confidently support the values that have produced freedom, opportunity, and prosperity for generations.

The debate over socialism is no longer theoretical. It's unfolding in America's largest city. In this episode of Allen Jackson Now, Pastor Allen Jackson welcomes former Congressional Budget Office Director Doug Holtz-Eakin to discuss declining workforce participation and the growing popularity of socialist policies. They examine New York City's policy experiment under Mayor Zohran Mamdani, including taxpayer-funded grocery stores, rent freezes, and government price controls. Pastor Allen explains why Scripture consistently presents work as honorable and essential to human flourishing. As the culture increasingly looks to government for solutions, we are called to model responsibility, instead of entitlement and dependence.

The Democratic Socialists of America are no longer operating on the political fringe. In this episode of Allen Jackson Now, Pastor Allen Jackson takes a closer look at the DSA’s newly public platform and why it deserves serious attention. Among its proposals are dismantling long-standing constitutional institutions like the Senate, abolishing ICE, and expanding government ownership of private enterprise. Pastor Allen also explores the cultural trends making these ideas more attractive, from declining respect for work and personal responsibility, to increasing dependence on government programs. Christians cannot afford to ignore the moment. This is a time to courageously speak truth and engage our communities, or we will lose our liberties and freedoms.

China is increasingly positioning itself as America's primary geopolitical challenger. In this episode of Allen Jackson Now, Pastor Allen Jackson welcomes China expert Gordon Chang to examine the strategic challenge posed by the Chinese Communist Party, the growing cooperation among America’s geopolitical rivals, and Chinese infiltration within our borders, from education to farmland and advanced technology. Pastor Allen reminds believers that history reveals the devastating human cost of communist systems and challenges the Church to reject complacency. Rather than retreating from the culture, Christians are called to stand for truth, pray with God's purposes in mind, and bring biblical light into every sphere of society.

A swing-state election is raising big questions. In this episode of Allen Jackson Now, Pastor Allen Jackson welcomes veteran political strategist Colin Reed to unpack the significance of Michigan's Democratic Senate primary. They discuss why a candidate whose platform includes Medicare for All, abolishing ICE, defunding the police, opposition to U.S. military aid to Israel, and sharp criticism of Israel's war against Hamas prevailed in a key swing state and what that could mean for the nation's future. Pastor Allen challenges Christians to reject fear and complacency. He reminds believers that previous generations of Christians shaped the culture by speaking truth with courage and asks whether today's Church is willing to do the same. Real change begins when ordinary people are willing to stand for biblical truth in their homes, workplaces, churches, and communities.

For more than forty years, Iran's leaders have consistently declared hostility toward America and openly called for Israel's destruction. So why do so many in the media still believe the regime can simply be talked into changing? In this episode of Allen Jackson Now, Pastor Allen Jackson welcomes Cliff May, founder and president of the Foundation for Defense of Democracies, to examine the ideology driving Iran's regime and why understanding that worldview is essential to understanding the Middle East. Pastor Allen challenges viewers to think critically about the information they consume. Whether the topic is Israel, border security, COVID-era narratives, or other major news stories, he encourages Christians to measure every narrative against truth.

Constitutional rights, election integrity, and national sovereignty all point to one fundamental question. Who will defend the principles that have sustained America? In this episode of Allen Jackson Now, Pastor Allen Jackson welcomes Senator Bill Hagerty to discuss Verizon's handling of congressional phone records, working in conjunction with federal agencies during the Biden administration. They also discuss the latest on the Iran conflict, election integrity, and the status of the SAVE America Act in the Senate. Pastor Allen reminds us that lasting freedom cannot be sustained by elections alone. We must resist the temptation to remain silent in the public square. We are called to engage, speak truth, and influence the communities where God has placed us.

Why does it feel like the world has changed so dramatically in just a few short years? In this episode of Allen Jackson Now, Pastor Allen Jackson reflects on the defining events that have reshaped our generation—from COVID-19 and the disruption that followed, to the October 7 terrorist attacks in Israel, growing geopolitical instability, and the rapid cultural changes unfolding across America. Pastor Allen reminds us that followers of Jesus are never abandoned. The same Spirit that raised Christ from the dead lives within us, giving us hope, courage, and confidence for whatever lies ahead.

The biggest questions raised by Dr. Fauci's testimony are not just about one man but about the institutions Americans trusted most. In this episode of Allen Jackson Now, Pastor Allen Jackson welcomes Tim Graham, Executive Editor of NewsBusters, to discuss Dr. Fauci's Senate appearance and the broader questions surrounding media coverage. They explore whether Americans were presented with a full range of perspectives and what role journalists should play when government officials exercise extraordinary influence over public policy. Pastor Allen encourages believers not to accept every headline or talking point. Truth requires discernment and a willingness to measure every claim against a biblical worldview, rather than public opinion.

For decades, the Middle East has been defined by conflict between Israel and many of its Arab neighbors. Now, Iran's aggression may be reshaping the region in ways few thought possible. In this episode of Allen Jackson Now, Pastor Allen Jackson welcomes Yair Pinto, IDF captain and host of Boots on the Ground, to discuss President Trump's meeting with Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and whether Iran's campaign against the U.S. and Gulf nations have unintentionally brought longtime rivals closer together and increased resolve to overthrow the regime. Pastor Allen reminds us to not allow fear, misinformation, or growing hostility toward the Jewish people silence our support. Scripture teaches that God is still working through Israel's story, just as He continues His work in each of our lives.