John Lovell (Warrior Poet) joins Pastor Josh McPherson on the Stronger Man Nation podcast to unpack why playful jabs actually forge trust, how to argue without being a jerk, and why love on display is the most effective apologetic. John shares the gut-punch story behind his vigilante novel Lions of Mercer (honoring a fallen friend), why the book shows evil without reveling in it, and how publishers tried to avoid the topic.

They dive into worldview basics, John’s “ambush” conversion before basic training, and a sticky metaphor you won’t forget: courage leaks—refill it daily. Then a spicy marriage segment: weaponized intimacy is emotional/sexual blackmail, nagging erodes respect, and headship looks like Jesus washing feet—“My life should be harder than my wife’s.”

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Using his trademark humor, Dan Seaborn challenges couples to assess the “friendship level” of their marriage and encourages them to go deeper. He explains how to overcome petty arguments by not trying to "fix" our spouse. Dan also touches on the value of taking good care of our bodies and cultivating emotional oneness by treasuring our spouse’s extended family.

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"Needle Drop"

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Using his trademark humor, Dan Seaborn challenges couples to assess the “friendship level” of their marriage and encourages them to go deeper. He explains how to overcome petty arguments by not trying to "fix" our spouse. Dan also touches on the value of taking good care of our bodies and cultivating emotional oneness by treasuring our spouse’s extended family.

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What causes you to feel distant from God? In The Life You Were Reborn to Live, Pastor Gary Thomas reveals twelve powerful lies that keep us disconnected – inviting us to exchange those falsehoods for the rich relationship God designed us to enjoy.

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Is spiritual warfare running through family lines? How should dads protect their homes without falling into fear or superstition? Today on the Stronger Man Nation podcast, Pastor Josh McPherson, Pastor Adam James, and Pastor Kyle McMullen tackle your toughest questions on demons, guardian angels, generational patterns, and why the fastest way to beat darkness is to flip the light—exalting Jesus’ lordship in your home. Stay for a powerful father–daughter moment and a bedtime hymn rooted in Psalm 121. This is Part 1 of a 2-part podcast on the paranormal.

Quick Wins

• Talk more about Jesus than about demons.
• Build a nightly rhythm: Bible story + prayer of gratitude.
• Lead with integrity—close the doors (to sin, lust, selfishness).
• Use simple declarations: “Jesus is Lord over this home.”

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What causes you to feel distant from God? In The Life You Were Reborn to Live, Pastor Gary Thomas reveals twelve powerful lies that keep us disconnected – inviting us to exchange those falsehoods for the rich relationship God designed us to enjoy.

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Between school, social media, gaming, and streaming movies and shows, kids are glued to screens with dangers lurking everywhere. So what can you do to protect them? Mandy Majors explains the different online threats your children may be up against and equips you with ways to keep them safe. With open communication being the key to stronger, healthier relationships, Mandy prepares you to lead your kids in their digital world.

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"Lunchbox"

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Is the “paranormal” real—or just a twisted version of the supernatural? In Week 4 of The Unseen Realm, Pastor Josh McPherson builds a simple, biblical grid to discern everything from zombies, vampires, witches, ghosts and UFOs to fortune telling and “haunted” spaces.

Big Ideas

• God / not God: Creator vs. created—no third category.
  
  
  
• One reality, two realms: Seen and unseen under God’s rule.
  
  
  
• Only two sentient beings: Angels and humans (with fallen angels = demons).
  
  
  
• What God creates, Satan counterfeits: Zombies vs. resurrection, vampires vs. Christ’s blood, witches vs. God’s Word, “ghosts” vs. the Holy Spirit.
  
  
  
• Paranormal = demonic memes designed to deceive, distract, and detour you from Jesus.
  
  
  

Key Questions Answered

• Can we talk to the dead? (Luke 16:19–31) Short answer: No.
  
  
  
• Can a house be haunted? (Luke 11:14–28) What to do if you suspect dark residue.
  
  
  
• What is fortune telling? (Acts 16:16–18) Why it’s demonic parlor tricks, not prophecy.
  
  
  
• What should Christians do after a paranormal encounter?
  
  
  
  1. Discern the spirits (1 John 4:1–3)
     
     
     
  2. Declare Christ’s victory (Col. 1:13; 2:15)
     
     
     
  3. Draw near to God (James 4:7–10)
     
     
     

Scriptures
 1 John 4:1–3; Luke 16:19–31; Luke 11:14–28; Acts 16:16–18; Colossians 1:13; Colossians 2:15; James 4:7–10; Genesis 3; Revelation 12

For Parents & Leaders
 Pastor Josh discusses the “reject / receive / redeem” framework and why some practices (like Halloween’s roots) may be poor candidates for “redemption.”

Next Steps

• If you’re wrestling with fear, nightmares, or spiritual confusion: open God’s Word, play some worship music, pray in Jesus’ name, and invite a trusted believer to pray with you.
  
  
  
• Share this message with a friend who’s captivated by the paranormal—but hungry for truth.
  
  
  

Follow for the rest of The Unseen Realm and the upcoming Art of War (spiritual warfare) series.

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