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    Unlearned Wisdom by Johnny Chang

    Welcome to Unlearned Wisdom! A gospel-centered podcast by me, Johnny Chang. Every episode is a special lesson that I have learned through God, my pastors, and my personal life experiences. Everything I speak about can be directly applied to YOUR own life, today. These lessons can’t be learned from reading a book or sitting in a classroom. New episodes every Monday! Enjoy and God Bless.

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    Watch This Video If You Feel Like You Want To Quit Church | #013 Jun 09, 2025
    Show notes

    In this episode, Johnny Chang discusses spiritual burn out, how to recognize the signs that you're spiritually burnt out and how to overcome it according to God.

    🎙️ Watch/Listen to Unlearned Wisdom on every platform: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/unlearnedwisdom

    📺 Watch our self-produced prison documentary & over 4+ hours of behind-the-scenes content: https://coreoftheheart.com/supporters/videos/series/4344

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Episode Preview

    00:57 San Diego After Service Announcement

    01:55 Johnny Chang's Opinion on the Lords Prayer

    08:57 Did Johnny Chang Ever Bible Thump?

    18:00 Exclusive Clip from Faith On Death Row Documentary

    21:42 What is Spiritual Burn Out?

    23:36 How Do You Go To God With Your Problems?

    26:25 How To Surrender To God Address Spiritual Burnout?

    33:44 7 Signs That You're Spiritually Burnt Out

    35:21 Sign #2 Resentment

    37:11 How To Choose the Right Church?

    42:46 Advice to Christians Who Lack Discipline

    46:12 Sign #3 Feeling Distant From God

    48:50 The Point Of Having A Relationship With God

    52:37 Does God Care If You Take A Break?

    58:58 Sign #4 The Need to Prove Yourself

    01:02:40 Sign #5 Comparison and Envy

    01:08:07 Sign #6 Being Afraid

    01:13:19 Why Do We Never Blame Satan?

    01:16:55 Sign #7 Anxiety

    01:18:14 How Can Trusting God Help Overcome Anxiety?

    01:22:33 Community Questions

    01:22:52 What To Do When You're Tired Of Bible Routine

    01:25:25 Tips To Work Through Spiritual Burn Out

    01:28:00 Difference Between Burn Out and Laziness

    01:29:43 Closing Prayer

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    👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/nTuvmutSsU

    🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: ⁠https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

    🎧 Access Johnny's Mainstage discussions: https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

    🫶 Donate to support our Core of the Heart ministries: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/pages/donate

    💙 For those that want to gain a deeper understanding of the Bible & get closer with God, to unlock true peace and happiness: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/

    🕊️ Use code WISDOM for 50% off your first month.⁠

    Core of the Heart is our digital community to support you in getting closer to the true Gospel. Membership includes: Weekly Bible Class with Minister Johnny, hundreds of hours of livestream content, sermons, Q&A's and resources to help you understand the Bible faster.

    Sign up instructions: ⁠⁠https://shorturl.at/ZuAFD

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    Both Her Sons Went To Prison But Her Faith In God Freed Them | #012 Jun 02, 2025
    Show notes

    In this episode, Johnny Chang interviews his mom, sharing details and struggles of her life through marriage, business, and parenthood with both of her sons going to prison. Mama Chang shares how her life changed when she came to Christianity from Buddhism.

    🎙️ Watch/Listen to Unlearned Wisdom on every platform: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/unlearnedwisdom

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Episode Preview

    00:37 Intro with Mama Chang

    1:20 Mama Chang's Life Before Marriage

    12:31 How Johnny Chang's Parents Met

    13:29 Faith On Death Row Documentary Trailer

    23:28 Mama Chang's First Time Being Pregnant

    26:50 Mama Chang's Marital and Business Struggles

    35:34 Life With James Chang before Johnny Chang is Born

    38:00 Mama Chang's Cultural Belief As Buddhist Before Christ

    47:15 The Birth Story of Johnny Chang

    57:50 Johnny Chang's Dad Becomes Physically Violent

    01:05:00 Parenting Challenges After Moving to the Projects

    01:15:05 Mama Chang Finds Out Johnny Chang is in a Gang

    1:27:50 The First Time Johnny Chang's Mom Encountered God

    1:40:13 Mama Chang's First Time Going To Church

    1:59:53 Johnny Chang Refusing to Hear About God From His Mom

    02:08:15 Johnny Chang's First Time Meeting Pastor Kim

    02:15:13 Mama Chang's Cancer Story

    02:19:52 What Advice Would Mama Chang Give To Her Younger Self

    02:21:35 What Was Johnny Chang's Mom's Go To Prayer for Her Sons

    02:22:30 What Is Mama Chang's Favorite Scripture

    02:26:06 Advice For People Unsure of Parenthood

    02:27:57 Mama Chang's Favorite Memory of Johnny Chang

    02:29:39 Mama Chang's Worst Memory of Johnny Chang

    02:35:13 Outro

    🧢 Core of the Heart merchandise now available: https://coreoftheheart.com/en-gbp/collections/all

    👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/nTuvmutSsU

    🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: ⁠https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

    🎧 Access Johnny's Mainstage discussions: https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

    🫶 Donate to support our Core of the Heart ministries: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/pages/donate

    💙 For those that want to gain a deeper understanding of the Bible & get closer with God, to unlock true peace and happiness: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/

    🕊️ Use code WISDOM for 50% off your first month.⁠

    Core of the Heart is our digital community to support you in getting closer to the true Gospel. Membership includes: Weekly Bible Class with Minister Johnny, hundreds of hours of livestream content, sermons, Q&A's and resources to help you understand the Bible faster.

    Sign up instructions: ⁠⁠https://shorturl.at/ZuAFD

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    I Finally Gave My Anger To God..Here's What Happened | #011 May 26, 2025
    Show notes

    In this episode, Johnny Chang shares his struggle with anger and how it affected every part of his life. He explains how faith and scripture offer a path to healing, self-control, and lasting peace.

    🎙️ Watch/Listen to Unlearned Wisdom on every platform: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/unlearnedwisdom

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Episode Preview

    00:53 Intro into Anger

    03:57 Johnny Chang's Early Childhood with Anger & Violence

    13:11 Faith On Death Row Documentary Preview

    20:35 How Anger Bleeds into All Aspects of Your Life

    24:27 Dealing with Gang Violence

    27:32 Prison, Anger, and Control

    37:04 Johnny Chang on Dealing with Anger After Prison

    46:00 What Does The Bible Say About Anger

    49:07 How To Understand and Manage Anger Through Faith

    58:27 How To Heal from Emotional Triggers

    01:06:56 How To Break The Cycle of Anger and Apologizing

    01:10:14 How Did Jesus Express Anger

    01:11:37 Dealing with Parenting and Disciplining Children

    01:16:03 Navigating Emotional Regulation and Communication

    01:25:01 Community Q&A

    01:25:25 Is It Okay To Be Mad At God?

    01:27:22 Is Karma Biblical?

    01:30:40 Do Christians Always Need To Be Calm

    01:35:50 Why Do I Like Being Angry?

    01:37:24 What If I Know I'm Right But I'm Still Furious

    01:42:58 How To Deal with Anger Towards Someone Who Passed Away

    01:46:15 Outro

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    🎧 Access Johnny's Mainstage discussions: https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

    🫶 Donate to support our Core of the Heart ministries: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/pages/donate

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    🕊️ Use code WISDOM for 50% off your first month.⁠

    Core of the Heart is our digital community to support you in getting closer to the true Gospel. Membership includes: Weekly Bible Class with Minister Johnny, hundreds of hours of livestream content, sermons, Q&A's and resources to help you understand the Bible faster.

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    Struggling To Forgive? Here's How Forgiveness Changed My Life | #010 May 19, 2025
    Show notes

    Johnny Chang opens up about forgiving his parents, dives deep into forgiveness and healing using the Bible, and tough questions from the community.

    🎙️ Watch/Listen to Unlearned Wisdom on every platform: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/unlearnedwisdom

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Episode Intro

    01:20 How Johnny Chang Forgave His Parents

    06:04 Did Johnny Chang Want To Forgive His Dad

    09:04 The Impact Forgiveness Has On You

    12:12 How Forgiveness Frees Us From Bitterness

    15:22 Can You Forgive Your Ex

    17:00 Faith On Death Row Documentary Preview

    18:40 The Journey of Forgiveness and Healing

    25:00 Biblical Forgiveness and Setting Boundaries

    28:15 Forgiveness Without Expecting Apology

    34:49 Is Forgiveness Required According To The Bible

    42:23 How To Let Go Of Bitterness and Resentment

    48:46 Breaking Free From Victim Mentality

    53:53 Can We Forgive Satan?

    01:00:07 Community Q&A

    01:00:24 How To Forgive Myself After Causing a Fatal Accident

    01:03:08 Can I Forgive My Abusive Dad But Never See Him Again?

    01:06:30 How Do I Forgive Myself After Losing A Child?

    01:09:30 How Can I Forgive Myself After Having An Abortion?

    01:11:35 Biblical Unlocks and Outro

    👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/nTuvmutSsU

    🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: ⁠https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

    🫶 Donate to support our Core of the Heart ministries: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/pages/donate

    💙 For those that want to gain a deeper understanding of the Bible & get closer with God, to unlock true peace and happiness: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/

    🕊️ Use code WISDOM for 50% off your first month.⁠

    Core of the Heart is our digital community to support you in getting closer to the true Gospel. Membership includes: Weekly Bible Class with Minister Johnny, hundreds of hours of livestream content, sermons, Q&A's and resources to help you understand the Bible faster.

    Sign up instructions: ⁠⁠https://shorturl.at/ZuAFD

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    If You're Feeling Unworthy, Watch This | #009 May 12, 2025
    Show notes

    Johnny Chang discusses what causes self-worth issues and how to overcome them using the Bible. He shares his personal journey of self-worth during his childhood, answers community questions and reacts to memes.

    🎙️ Watch/Listen to Unlearned Wisdom on every platform: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/unlearnedwisdom

    Timestamps:

    00:00 Intro to Unlearned Wisdom Podcast

    05:22 Cultural Misunderstanding In Thailand

    11:10 Self-Worth and Childhood Trauma

    20:39 Johnny Chang's Life in the Gang

    25:09 Being Taken Advantage of and Self-Worth Development

    37:44 How Social Media Affects Us

    48:26 Learning Empathy and Building Confidence

    54:27 Overcoming Shame and Accepting Forgiveness

    01:00:32 Discovering Self-Worth Through Faith

    01:03:58 Navigating Shame and Finding Healing

    01:08:30 Johnny's Story on Overcoming Shame Using The Bible

    01:17:19 How To Rebuild Your Self-Worth

    01:21:27 Overcome Getting Your Self-Worth From Your Looks

    01:24:44 Scripture To Help Us Between The Line of Self-Worth and High Heart

    01:27:22 Are Bisexuals Worthy of God's Love?

    01:29:54 How To Stop Trying To Earn Worth Through Works

    01:30:43 Johnny's Reaction To Biblical Memes

    01:40:45 Outro

    👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/nTuvmutSsU

    🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: ⁠https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

    🫶 Donate to support our Core of the Heart ministries: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/pages/donate

    💙 For those that want to gain a deeper understanding of the Bible & get closer with God, to unlock true peace and happiness: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/

    🕊️ Use code WISDOM for 50% off your first month.

    ⁠Core of the Heart is our digital community to support you in getting closer to the true Gospel. Membership includes: Weekly Bible Class with Minister Johnny, hundreds of hours of livestream content, sermons, Q&A's and resources to help you understand the Bible faster.

    Sign up instructions: ⁠⁠https://shorturl.at/ZuAFD

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    How To Stop Intrusive Thoughts From Satan Biblically | #008 May 05, 2025
    Show notes

    Johnny Chang explains how intrusive thoughts are lies from the enemy and how to overcome them by trusting God's Word. He shares personal stories, showing that true peace comes through grace, not self-effort.

    🎙️ Watch/Listen to Unlearned Wisdom on every platform: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/unlearnedwisdom

    Timestamps:

    00:00 – Intrusive thoughts intro

    00:43 – Does Johnny Chang still get sinful cravings?

    02:34 – Can Pastors make mistakes or mess up?

    07:12 – What are Intrusive thoughts and how does it impact us?

    11:23 – The tragic story of a Korean mother's intrusive thoughts

    15:46 – Human minds wired for survival, not peace or rest

    20:00 – Why we trust God's plan instead of living in fear

    24:42 – Johnny Chang trusting Satan's thoughts at 12 years old

    26:24 – Three ways Satan attacks: possession, suggestion, or accusation

    31:39 – Why do you feel empty inside?

    35:01 – The story of relationship cheating due to intrusive thoughts

    37:47 – How do you overcome intrusive shameful thoughts from the past?

    40:15 – How did Jesus deal with intrusive thoughts?

    41:40 – Should you believe any of your intrusive thoughts?44:30 – Lustful thought during prayer proves enemy's spiritual attack

    49:40 – Temptations thoughts are harmless until you agree with them

    51:50 – What part does intrusive thoughts play in addiction?54:46 – Study shows isolated addicts recover through healing community

    57:55 – Johnny's stealing from Toys R us

    59:30 – God speaks through scripture; He never hijacks your mind

    01:02:01 – Johnny Chang explains how God speaks to us through scripture

    01:03:39 – Why would God create a chaotic world?

    01:05:34 – Expectations can ruin your perception of blessings

    01:07:00 – Johnny Chang says his chaos was necessary to find peace

    01:10:47 – Audience Q&A begins; Discord community asks tough spiritual questions

    01:11:00 – How to reach loved ones battling dark, hopeless thoughts

    01:13:30 – When does intrusive thought cross into actual sinful action?

    01:15:00 – How to battling false-memory OCD?

    01:17:33 – What's an intrusive thought most people wouldn't consider intrusive?

    01:20:00 – What if we don't know enough of the word yet to combat intrusive thoughts?

    01:22:10 – Closing out prayer from Johnny Chang

    👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/nTuvmutSsU

    🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: ⁠https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

    🫶 Donate to support our Core of the Heart ministries: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/pages/donate

    💙 For those that want to gain a deeper understanding of the Bible & get closer with God, to unlock true peace and happiness: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/

    🕊️ Use code WISDOM for 50% off your first month.⁠

    Core of the Heart is our digital community to support you in getting closer to the true Gospel. Membership includes: Weekly Bible Class with Minister Johnny, hundreds of hours of livestream content, sermons, Q&A's and resources to help you understand the Bible faster.

    Sign up instructions: ⁠⁠https://shorturl.at/ZuAFD

    Don't forget to subscribe to this new channel!

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    How To Find A Godly Partner [Relationships] | #007 Apr 28, 2025
    Show notes

    In this episode, Johnny Chang breaks down what it means to pursue relationships through a gospel-centered lens. From dating and marriage to boundaries and spiritual timing, he shares how true connection starts with a heart aligned with God.

    🎙️ Watch/Listen to Unlearned Wisdom on every platform: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/unlearnedwisdom

    Timestamps:

    00:00 – Johnny Chang on dating that pulls you closer to God

    01:34 – Why Biblical love is reflection, not rules

    06:12 – Johnny Chang explains the true meaning of equally yoked

    09:11 – What are the signs that you're ready to date?

    14:30 – Prepare your heart before pursuing relationships

    18:25 – Where can you meet new people as a Christian?

    20:38 – Johnny Chang speaks to long-term singles: preparation, not punishment

    22:27 – The Biblical purpose of marriage according to Johnny Chang

    25:56 – Signs God is closing a relationship door

    29:22 – The most common mistake couples make in relationships

    32:46 – Johnny Chang breaks down Genesis 2 as God's dating blueprint

    35:30 – Why only God can lead your spouse to faith

    39:38 – Why weaponizing gospel advice will close hearts

    52:09 – Can men and women just be friends?

    59:21 – How to protect relationships from worldly influences

    01:00:57 – Johnny Chang on purity, body count, and love-based obedience

    01:08:29 – Does God say anything about getting back with an ex?

    01:16:31 - Why do I so deeply long for a spouse?

    01:26:12 – Johnny Chang's final word: Trust God's timing, not your own

    👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/nTuvmutSsU

    🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: ⁠https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

    🫶 Donate to support our Core of the Heart ministries: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/pages/donate

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    🕊️ Use code WISDOM for 50% off your first month.⁠

    Core of the Heart is our digital community to support you in getting closer to the true Gospel. Membership includes: Weekly Bible Class with Minister Johnny, hundreds of hours of livestream content, sermons, Q&A's and resources to help you understand the Bible faster.

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    We Turned Our Parents "American Dream" Into A Nightmare - James Chang Interview | #006 Apr 21, 2025
    Show notes

    Johnny Chang sits down with his older brotherJames to unpack their shared past growing up in the projects, gang violence, prison trauma, and deep family wounds. What unfolds is a raw, redemptive story of pain, forgiveness, and how Jesus transformed two broken brothers into vessels of hope and healing.

    🎙️ Watch/Listen to Unlearned Wisdom on every platform: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/unlearnedwisdom

    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Intro with special guest

    02:00 - Johnny's and James' Childhood

    05:30 – Their mom saves Johnny Chang from abortion

    11:30 – Johnny and James earn respect at school through fights

    24:07 – The first time James Chang got arrested

    31:56 – Home life while Johnny was in prison

    37:00 – Johnny faces 14 years and mental struggle

    47:00 – Prison life: KFC, spreads, and survival hacks

    52:00 – Prison trauma and memories

    58:30 – Mom finds Christ while sons are in prison

    59:30 – Pastor Kim knew Johnny Chang will preach one day

    01:04:10 – The first time James Chang meet God

    01:06:30 – Understanding what being a sinner means

    01:10:11 – Cop recognizes James from Johnny's testimony videos

    01:13:00 – Former rivals now respect Johnny's prison transformation

    01:16:35 – James feared Johnny wouldn't survive gang life

    01:22:30 – James kept Johnny grounded while he was angry

    01:26:00 – From gang life to preaching grace and truth

    01:28:30 – Johnny leads James to Christ post-prison

    01:29:22 – James teaches Johnny forgiveness through example

    01:35:00 – Johnny shares to a non-prison crowd for first time

    01:37:30 – James' favorite childhood memory of Johnny

    01:38:52 – Johnny's favorite memory of James

    01:42:30 – Johnny and James reflect on God's redemption

    01:45:34 – Final thanks from Johnny Chang

    👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/nTuvmutSsU

    🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: ⁠https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

    🫶 Donate to support our Core of the Heart ministries: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/pages/donate

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    🕊️ Use code WISDOM for 50% off your first month.⁠

    Core of the Heart is our digital community to support you in getting closer to the true Gospel. Membership includes: Weekly Bible Class with Minister Johnny, hundreds of hours of livestream content, sermons, Q&A's and resources to help you understand the Bible faster.

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    Stop Twisting God's Word For Your Own Selfish Reasons (My advice to Kanye) | #005 Apr 14, 2025
    Show notes

    Johnny Chang shares stories from his New York trip, unpacks how Leviticus points to Jesus, explores the impact of trauma and unbelief on faith, and answers raw questions about salvation, grief, and walking with God.

    🎙️ Watch/Listen to Unlearned Wisdom on every platform: ⁠⁠https://linktr.ee/unlearnedwisdom

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    Timestamps:

    00:00 - Intro

    00:26 – Johnny Chang gets unexpectedly upgraded to first class

    06:30 – "I'm not going back" – Johnny jokes about never flying economy again

    07:03 – New York event had people lining up 3+ city blocks early

    08:16 – The longest meet and greet line we've ever had

    10:30 – From online to offline: building real Christian community

    12:00 – Johnny invited to share his testimony with LadBible in the UK

    13:00 – "What would you say to your 10-year-old self?"

    13:54 – Johnny Chang learns UK slang

    15:00 – Podcast hits #6 on Spotify spirituality charts

    20:09 – Deep Dive Bible Class through Core of the Heart

    21:30 – Leviticus is hidden love, not legalism

    25:00 – Why Heart Posture matters?

    27:02 – Why control issues reveal a deeper spiritual trauma

    31:18 – Johnny Chang reacts to JD Vance Memes

    33:00 – How to handle gossip and slander biblically?

    34:00 – Johnny Chang Reacts to Kanye's Crashout

    37:00 – Acting out from lack of faith

    40:00 – Satan works through religion too

    42:00 – Gospel hope vs. human performance

    44:00 – Johnny Chang Reacts to Cam Newton's view on polygamy

    47:30 – King Solomon's many wives were a curse

    50:32 – Johnny Chang reacts to Christian Spencer from iCarly Memes

    53:30 – Koine Greek meaning of "holy kiss"

    55:14 – The danger of chasing visions

    56:30 – Johnny Chang reacts to Thief on the Cross meme

    01:00:30 – When works become your idol

    01:01:24 – Merch announcement

    01:02:33 - Did humans before Christ go to Heaven?

    01:04:18 - Do Animals go to Heaven?

    01:07:06 – Do Pastor's translators get a free pass into heaven?

    01:09:25 – Encouragement for people who feel too behind in their spiritual walk

    01:11:00 – Can you believe for someone's salvation after they've passed away?

    01:12:40 – Posthumous salvation and God's justice

    01:16:00 – What about unreached groups?

    01:17:50 - Community Q&A Starts

    01:18:15 – How to deal with grief and anger spiritually?

    01:21:25 – How to build spiritual strength?

    01:23:00 – Does God have favorites?

    01:25:00 – How do I get high on the holy spirit?

    01:25:50 - How do I keep myself sane after watching a loved one pass?

    01:26:00 – Remaining humble by remembering your life before Christ

    01:28:38 – Why doesn't everyone reach the point of hopelessness that's needed to accept the gospel?

    👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/nTuvmutSsU

    🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: ⁠https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

    🫶 Donate to support our Core of the Heart ministries: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/pages/donate

    💙 For those that want to gain a deeper understanding of the Bible & get closer with God, to unlock true peace and happiness: ⁠https://coreoftheheart.com/

    🕊️ Use code WISDOM for 50% off your first month.⁠

    Core of the Heart is our digital community to support you in getting closer to the true Gospel. Membership includes: Weekly Bible Class with Minister Johnny, hundreds of hours of livestream content, sermons, Q&A's and resources to help you understand the Bible faster.

    Sign up instructions: ⁠⁠https://shorturl.at/ZuAFDPs.

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    Isolation Could Cost You Your Life... | #004 Apr 07, 2025
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    Isolation isn't just about being alone — it's a battle in the mind and spirit. Minister Johnny Chang shares how prison, pain, and silence nearly broke him, and what it took to find healing. If you've ever felt distant from God or trapped in your thoughts, this episode is for you.

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    Timestamps:0:00 - Intro

    0:31 – Christian "rizz"

    2:30 – Johnny Chang shares the spiritual side of isolation

    4:56 – Silent tears in prison after grandfather's death

    6:02 – Johnny Chang on how prison yards are structured

    7:25 – Emotional vulnerability in prison — can you open up to homies?

    8:30 – Locked up mentally before prison

    9:08 – Johnny Chang's loneliest moments: nights alone in thought

    10:20 – When numbness and depression take over

    11:18 – Two types of inmates: handling emotional pain

    13:15 – Johnny Chang isolates and works out obsessively

    16:27 – Is self-isolation for growth healthy or harmful?

    21:50 – Did Johnny Chang turn to motivational content?

    22:55 – Johnny Chang on suicide attempts

    26:00 – Pastor Kim helps Johnny Chang find community

    27:30 – "You're not thinking — you're listening to Satan"

    30:00 – Feeling empty while trying to live right

    33:00 – How should believers avoid isolation?

    34:35 – Johnny Chang meets a pastor from a rival gang

    36:21 – Advice for someone deeply isolated

    39:57 – Why sermons matter in spiritual warfare

    42:20 – Do what you don't want to — it grows you

    46:00 – Calm a racing mind — drip feed strategy

    49:05 – Johnny Chang on Satan's constant influence

    50:10 – Signs of healthy vs toxic community

    53:00 – Constructive vs destructive criticism

    56:53 – Tempted to go back to the old life?

    58:48 – Breaking mental & spiritual isolation

    1:06:20 – Q&A starts

    1:06:55 – Alone for long periods — how to handle it

    1:08:00 – Helping a friend who isolates

    1:10:00 – Stopping Satan's isolating thoughts

    1:10:20 – Following vs questioning your thoughts

    1:15:00 – Is it okay to go to God first before people?

    1:18:30 – Isolation and anger at a toxic workplace

    1:24:00 – When someone uses your past to shame you

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