Pushback with Dr. Jonny

Crisis can create a culture of division. In the midst of a crisis, we as a country need to find common ground in a common enemy.  The current enemy is Covid-19, not each other, and our focus need to be getting through this crisis as brothers, sisters and Americans. We should be loud and passionate about what we believe, but if we are not speaking in love, then we are just being loud and obnoxious! Dr. Jonny also explains that “crisis mode” can sometimes feel hopeless and ineffective, but in those seasons, just having the courage to “hold the hill” can turn the tide of a war.

Our culture has become feeling dominated, as if feelings determine reality. Feelings are part of our soul and our soul is in conflict with our spirit. Our soul isn’t bad, it just was never meant to be in charge. When our soul takes charge it often manifests as anxiety, worry and fear. Dr. Jonny explains that our flesh was crucified with Christ and we have been born again in Spirit and His Spirit in us is to rule and reign in our lives. Our mind, will, emotions and feelings are to come into alignment with His perfect plan for our lives.

There has been much debate over vaccine mandates. Dr. Jonny explores the legal aspect and cultural impact of mandates. Although not an advocate of Federal mandates, Dr. Jonny understand and supports private entities taking steps to protect their employees and clients. Mandates are actually a reflection of weak leadership. Effective leaders should persuade, educate, and remind us of history, not just have us blindly comply.

Dr. Jonny discusses some of the listener’s concerns regarding Covid-19 and vaccinations, including the issue of censorship and the control of information. Frank Herbert wrote, “A ruler must learn to persuade and not to compel.” But unfortunately, our leaders today think we are dumb, need to be spoon fed information, and have our behavior mandated. Dr. Jonny believes that we can surround ourselves with real people of integrity and skill, draw from their wisdom, so that we can become informed and knowledgable about any challenge that may come our way.

Jesus is truth, and He came to be the demonstration of His realm of truth on the earth.  Truth is the reality of His kingdom and the absoluteness of His word. As we see the pain and disfunction in the world, if we respond with fear, anxiety and hopelessness, then we are responding from the wrong realm. Dr. Jonny explains that the key for our world, our culture,  our churches and for the next generation is the reality of His kingdom! As we become intoxicated with His Spirit and goodness, we will see a hungry world drawn to His reality.

The topic of vaccination for Covid-19 has caused division and confusion. Dr. Jonny does not endorse mandatory vaccination, but does endorse informed decision making. With his strong desire for truth and his medical experience, he answers questions from listeners who are “on the fence” about vaccination. He also encourages free and honoring discussions about these important topics that impact our nation.

One of the foundational aspects or our faith as Christians, is to not bear false witness. Our culture, from the left and right, is often ignoring this commandment by perpetuating falsehoods and conspiracies. Misinformation is either forwarded with the hopes that it might be true or with the hope that it might slow the momentum of an opponents agenda. Either way, it is counter-cultural to Biblical living. Dr. Jonny explores the misinformation campaign against Bill Gates, who is responsible for the largest, most human-driven philanthropy in the history of mankind! While it is acceptable to question ones motives and to hold one accountable, it is never acceptable to bear false witness.

Evolution is not scientific fact; it is actually really bad science with really bad consequences! Christians should feel no burden to dilute or alter scripture in any way, in fact, science strongly supports the literal interpretation of Genesis. In his third installment about creation vs evolution, Dr. Jonny explores the common questions Christians (and non-Christians) might have about creation so we can always be prepared to give an answer.

Now that Covid-19 vaccine has been distributed for over 6 months, Dr. Jonny explores its effectiveness and safety. There seems to be the beginning of a fourth surge of cases that is  found only among the unvaccinated population. The majority of these new cases are due to the highly contagious delta variant. Dr. Jonny does not advocate for mandatory vaccination but rather for informed decision making. He is hopeful that once informed, many of those that are in the “wait and see” category will wait no more.

When we are on a mission in life and we begin to face resistance, it is sometime difficult to discern if the resistance is from the enemy trying to dissuade us from our mission, or from God, keeping us from going down the wrong path. Dr. Jonny explains that we can know the difference by understanding the language of heaven and how He speaks to us differently than the enemy.  The enemy wants to confuse you and disempower you from your mission.  The Father wants to deliver peace and courage so that your mission in life can never be stopped!