Unlearned Wisdom by Johnny Chang

Johnny Chang
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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.

  1. 2d ago

    I Was Molested At 12, But Everyone Said I Was Lucky | #083 | Unlearned Wisdom

    📲 Make God a daily habit in your life: https://download.coreoftheheart.com/spotify-uw Get $10 off your Elah Ring with code UNLEARNEDWISDOM: https://www.elahring.com/ Pastor Johnny Chang talks about catching intrusive thoughts before they take hold, breaking the cycle of abuse he grew up with, and staying calm when someone triggers you. He also opens up for the first time about being molested at 12 and why God allowed it, and the crew gets real about relationships, pride and lust. For Live Event Information and to RSVP click here: https://events.coreoftheheart.com/ 🤝 WE'RE HIRING A-players at Core of the Heart! Apply here: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/coreoftheheart We have open roles in Content and Media, Digital Marketing, and Live Events Production. In just 1.5 years, God has grown this community to over 3 million people worldwide. We are building a global movement to help people walk closer with Him every day. We're looking for people with proven excellence, high standards, and a heart for the mission. If you're an A-player who wants your work to matter for eternity and be a part of a fast-paced team, we'd love to meet you. *Chapters:* 00:01:16 Catching intrusive thoughts early 00:04:35 Does anxiety need willpower? 00:12:56 Repeating your father's abuse 00:14:48 When the cycle broke 00:36:24 Is "show me" toxic? 00:38:27 Defusing the fight 00:51:21 What Jeremy should've compromised 01:03:18 Have you contemplated? 01:09:25 Forgetting what you read 01:17:16 First time saying it 01:26:53 Advice to new parents 01:39:27 Prayer 🎥 Watch my documentary, 'Faith On Death Row': https://youtu.be/-KgMmqN79kg?si=hpLBvqxbI-jGmLFn 🎟️ Come to my next FREE live event! After Service: Get all the details by sending 'AFTERS' to 323,613,3577 If you are a church, or know a direct representative who wants to host 500-2000 local people, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP7uLdy0r8pvcwvli--9TIBWpUI5ac6wCaY1TzogbpnIC4-Q/viewform?usp=header If you are a Vendor or know someone with a shop or food truck who wants sell goods, and grow awareness in your community, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGXJE_VqLemnAMbo3l_zp1Zgeewex05_5CCwJcqpuKzTtpFQ/viewform?usp=header 💌 Donate to Core Of The Heart: https://donate.coreoftheheart.com 👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: https://discord.com/invite/coth 🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

  2. 5d ago

    Why You Keep Falling Back Into Lust (It's Not Willpower) | Discord Stage #069

    📲 Make God a daily habit in your life: https://download.coreoftheheart.com/spotify-uw   If you keep falling back into lust, it's not because you're not trying hard enough. Someone asked me how to deal with temptation when they're not strong enough and keep falling short. Most of us fight it like we're fighting fire with fire. Then we fall once and immediately go, "Now I'm a porn addict. Now I'm a backsliding Christian." We turn what we did into who we are. But the Bible says you're still a new creature, and the righteous fall seven times. Don't trust the lust. Trust in God.      For Live Event Information and to RSVP click here:   https://events.coreoftheheart.com/   🤝 WE'RE HIRING A-players at Core of the Heart!    Apply here: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/coreoftheheart We have open roles in Content and Media, Digital Marketing, and Live Events Production.   In just 1.5 years, God has grown this community to over 3 million people worldwide. We are building a global movement to help people walk closer with Him every day.     We're looking for people with proven excellence, high standards, and a heart for the mission.   If you're an A-player who wants your work to matter for eternity and be a part of a fast-paced team, we'd love to meet you.   0:36 Why don't I feel grateful? 5:12 The debt illustration 8:42 Facing temptation when you're not strong enough 14:51 Does falling define your identity? 18:16 Good intention vs. God intention 24:29 Peter and "Get behind me, Satan" 30:52 The prodigal son 36:26 How to kill pride 43:18 Would you still follow God without blessings? 49:31 John 14:15 57:22 Depression vs. 2 Corinthians 5:17 1:02:00 Grow, don't show 1:20:11 Doubt is normal   🎥 Watch my documentary, 'Faith On Death Row': https://youtu.be/-KgMmqN79kg?si=hpLBvqxbI-jGmLFn   🎟️ Come to my next FREE live event! After Service:   Get all the details by sending 'AFTERS' to 323,613,3577   If you are a church, or know a direct representative who wants to host 500-2000 local people, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP7uLdy0r8pvcwvli--9TIBWpUI5ac6wCaY1TzogbpnIC4-Q/viewform?usp=header     If you are a Vendor or know someone with a shop or food truck who wants sell goods, and grow awareness in your community, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGXJE_VqLemnAMbo3l_zp1Zgeewex05_5CCwJcqpuKzTtpFQ/viewform?usp=header     💌Donate to Core Of The Heart: https://donate.coreoftheheart.com      👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: https://discord.com/invite/coth     🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: ⁠https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

  3. Oct 5

    If You Think You Wasted Your 20s, Watch This | #082 | Unlearned Wisdom

    📲 Make God a daily habit in your life: https://download.coreoftheheart.com/spotify-uw I spent many years in prison, and if I could give myself advice 20 years ago, here is what I would say. Stop trying to prove that you're strong, or that you're not broken, because that caused my own demise. I was scared to be myself, and I cared too much about what people thought of me. When you're broken, you think you've wasted your years, but God can use those years too. He takes everything that's broken and makes it beautiful again. Go to https://brooklynbedding.com/ and use my promo code GOSPEL at checkout to get 30% off sitewide during the Fall Sale. Exclusive with my code!  Go to https://drinkag1.com/gospel and for a limited time, get a free Immune Support Bundle, including a bottle of Omega-3 fish oil and a bottle of Vitamin D3K2, with your first subscription order of AG1 Next Gen or AG1 Pro. For Live Event Information and to RSVP click here: https://events.coreoftheheart.com/ 🤝 WE'RE HIRING A-players at Core of the Heart!   Apply here: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/coreoftheheart We have open roles in Content and Media, Digital Marketing, and Live Events Production. In just 1.5 years, God has grown this community to over 3 million people worldwide. We are building a global movement to help people walk closer with Him every day. We're looking for people with proven excellence, high standards, and a heart for the mission. If you're an A-player who wants your work to matter for eternity and be a part of a fast-paced team, we'd love to meet you. Timestamps: 00:00:00 Intro 00:01:35 Fishing trip and seasickness 00:14:45 The post-breakup glow up 00:23:33 Loving someone's potential 00:24:06 Booty call vs. butt dial 00:32:42 What alignment really means 00:46:30 Just preach the gospel 00:52:40 Worst habits in your 20s 01:08:52 Advice to younger Johnny 01:16:34 Habits for a happier life 01:25:57 Morocco trip recap 01:39:15 Quitting weed in Morocco 01:51:25 Prayer 🎥 Watch my documentary, 'Faith On Death Row': https://youtu.be/-KgMmqN79kg?si=hpLBvqxbI-jGmLFn 🎟️ Come to my next FREE live event! After Service: Get all the details by sending 'AFTERS' to 323,613,3577 If you are a church, or know a direct representative who wants to host 500-2000 local people, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP7uLdy0r8pvcwvli--9TIBWpUI5ac6wCaY1TzogbpnIC4-Q/viewform?usp=header If you are a Vendor or know someone with a shop or food truck who wants sell goods, and grow awareness in your community, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGXJE_VqLemnAMbo3l_zp1Zgeewex05_5CCwJcqpuKzTtpFQ/viewform?usp=header 💌Donate to Core Of The Heart: https://donate.coreoftheheart.com  👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: https://discord.com/invite/coth 🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

  4. Oct 2

    The Most Dangerous Mindset I See As A Pastor | Discord Stage #068

    📲 Make God a daily habit in your life: https://download.coreoftheheart.com/yt-unlearned-wisdom   I needed to be right, and it made me miserable. When I trust only what I see, I try to fix everything myself, and I end up in pure misery. I learned this when a T-Mobile mistake dropped my credit score 50 points, and I stopped focusing on Jesus. The debt collector never budged, but when I gave it up to God, my heart was free.      For Live Event Information and to RSVP click here:   https://events.coreoftheheart.com/   🤝 WE'RE HIRING A-players at Core of the Heart!    Apply here: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/coreoftheheart We have open roles in Content and Media, Digital Marketing, and Live Events Production.   In just 1.5 years, God has grown this community to over 3 million people worldwide. We are building a global movement to help people walk closer with Him every day.     We're looking for people with proven excellence, high standards, and a heart for the mission.   If you're an A-player who wants your work to matter for eternity and be a part of a fast-paced team, we'd love to meet you.   0:00 Hearing God Through Scripture, Not Feelings 3:11 Does God Walk by Faith Too?   7:03 The Isaac and Jacob Unlock 9:18 Why Doesn't Jesus Appear Like He Used To? 10:28 The T-Mobile and Debt Collection Story 16:38 What King David's Heart Revealed to Him 26:14 Advice to a Brother Chasing Platform for His Testimony 32:34 Letting God Carry What Belongs to Him 40:41 Reflecting on Five Years Ago vs. Now 49:12 Homework: Gratitude vs. Desire 52:46 Wanting to Quit the Platform 54:33 Being Right vs. Being Miserable 59:06 The Magnet Analogy 1:02:11 Closing Prayer   🎥 Watch my documentary, 'Faith On Death Row': https://youtu.be/-KgMmqN79kg?si=hpLBvqxbI-jGmLFn     🎟️ Come to my next FREE live event! After Service:   Get all the details by sending 'AFTERS' to 323,613,3577   If you are a church, or know a direct representative who wants to host 500-2000 local people, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP7uLdy0r8pvcwvli--9TIBWpUI5ac6wCaY1TzogbpnIC4-Q/viewform?usp=header     If you are a Vendor or know someone with a shop or food truck who wants sell goods, and grow awareness in your community, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGXJE_VqLemnAMbo3l_zp1Zgeewex05_5CCwJcqpuKzTtpFQ/viewform?usp=header     💌Donate to Core Of The Heart: https://donate.coreoftheheart.com      👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: https://discord.com/invite/coth     🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: ⁠https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

  5. Sep 28

    Prison Didn't Break Me, Trying To Be A "Good Christian" Did | #081 | Unlearned Wisdom

    📲 Make God a daily habit in your life: https://download.coreoftheheart.com/spotify-uw I grew up in a strict Christian home, but by my teens I was deep in gang life, and it landed me in prison with two felonies. When I became a Christian, I hid my tattoos and chased a title in the church so I could feel good enough. Trying to earn my way to God gave me panic attacks so bad, I begged doctors to scan my brain for a tumor. It got so dark I had thoughts of taking my own life. Then I heard one message about salvation, and for the first time, all that anxiety finally left. For Live Event Information and to RSVP click here: https://events.coreoftheheart.com/ 🤝 WE'RE HIRING A-players at Core of the Heart! Apply here: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/coreoftheheart We have open roles in Content and Media, Digital Marketing, and Live Events Production. In just 1.5 years, God has grown this community to over 3 million people worldwide. We are building a global movement to help people walk closer with Him every day. We're looking for people with proven excellence, high standards, and a heart for the mission. If you're an A-player who wants your work to matter for eternity and be a part of a fast-paced team, we'd love to meet you. 0:00 Jeff's Childhood in a Christian Household 3:37 What Being a Pastor's Kid Cost Him 4:23 Moving to Tijuana as Missionary Pastors 11:14 Legalism and Religious Trauma 14:48 Growing Up Without Feeling Loved 24:22 Searching for Identity and Love 25:38 Childhood Sexual Trauma 27:28 Skater Scenes to Gang Life 39:19 Life After His Parents Moved to Texas 42:41 The Arrests That Led to Prison 45:38 Joining the Southsiders in County 52:01 First Night in County Jail 57:12 The Pastor Who Kept Visiting 1:14:00 Getting Out and Finding a Church 1:21:26 Feeling Ashamed of His Testimony 1:32:32 Meeting and Marrying His Wife 1:43:59 Panic Attacks and Suicidal Thoughts 1:55:21 Apologizing to His Family 2:01:11 Discovering Johnny Chang's Content 2:06:35 Finding Security in His Salvation 2:11:17 Old Habits That Still Creep Back 2:16:27 Reconciling With His Parents 2:23:39 Advice for At-Risk Youth 2:25:40 Closing Prayer 🎥 Watch my documentary, 'Faith On Death Row': https://youtu.be/-KgMmqN79kg?si=hpLBvqxbI-jGmLFn 🎟️ Come to my next FREE live event! After Service: Get all the details by sending 'AFTERS' to 323,613,3577 If you are a church, or know a direct representative who wants to host 500-2000 local people, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP7uLdy0r8pvcwvli--9TIBWpUI5ac6wCaY1TzogbpnIC4-Q/viewform?usp=header If you are a Vendor or know someone with a shop or food truck who wants sell goods, and grow awareness in your community, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGXJE_VqLemnAMbo3l_zp1Zgeewex05_5CCwJcqpuKzTtpFQ/viewform?usp=header 💌 Donate to Core Of The Heart: https://donate.coreoftheheart.com 👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: https://discord.com/invite/coth 🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

  6. Sep 25

    So You Quit Every Addiction. Why Do You Still Feel Empty? | Discord Stage #067

    📲 Make God a daily habit in your life: https://download.coreoftheheart.com/spotify-uw   In this video, I talk about why we reach for things like food, drugs, or pills, and how it is really about trying to fill a part of us that only God can fill. A man wrote in and told me he quit drugs, smoking, and drinking, but he is still stuck on pills, so I helped him see the difference between guilt and conviction. For Live Event Information and to RSVP click here: https://events.coreoftheheart.com/ 🤝 WE'RE HIRING A-players at Core of the Heart! Apply here: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/coreoftheheart We have open roles in Content and Media, Digital Marketing, and Live Events Production. In just 1.5 years, God has grown this community to over 3 million people worldwide. We are building a global movement to help people walk closer with Him every day. We're looking for people with proven excellence, high standards, and a heart for the mission. If you're an A-player who wants your work to matter for eternity and be a part of a fast-paced team, we'd love to meet you. 0:00 Real Responsibility vs. Guilt Disguised as Responsibility 3:15 Why He Doesn't Chase Viral Content 7:16 The Root of Gluttony 17:13 Reading vs. Receiving the Bible 20:36 The Danger of Filtering God's Word Through Feelings 23:13 Why Group Mentorship Is Really Spiritual Mentorship 27:23 Upcoming Book and Devotional Announcement 32:04 Struggling With Pill Addiction After Quitting Drugs 39:22 Thinking All the Way to the End Before You Relapse 🎥 Watch my documentary, 'Faith On Death Row': https://youtu.be/-KgMmqN79kg?si=hpLBvqxbI-jGmLFn 🎟️ Come to my next FREE live event! After Service: Get all the details by sending 'AFTERS' to 323,613,3577 If you are a church, or know a direct representative who wants to host 500-2000 local people, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP7uLdy0r8pvcwvli--9TIBWpUI5ac6wCaY1TzogbpnIC4-Q/viewform?usp=header If you are a Vendor or know someone with a shop or food truck who wants sell goods, and grow awareness in your community, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGXJE_VqLemnAMbo3l_zp1Zgeewex05_5CCwJcqpuKzTtpFQ/viewform?usp=header 💌 Donate to Core Of The Heart: https://donate.coreoftheheart.com 👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: https://discord.com/invite/coth 🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

  7. Sep 21

    You Keep Attracting Red Flags Because You Are One (Pastor Explains) | #080 | Unlearned Wisdom

    📲 Make God a daily habit in your life: https://download.coreoftheheart.com/yt-unlearned-wisdom ⚠️ Due to a technical error, we deeply apologise for the poor audio this episode 🙏 In this episode, I talk about what really makes someone the right partner for you. I break down the difference between chemistry and character, and why one of them can trick you. I also talk about red flags and why hiding them is the wrong move. If you are trying to find love or wondering if you picked the right person, this episode is for you. For Live Event Information and to RSVP click here: https://events.coreoftheheart.com/ 🤝 WE'RE HIRING A-players at Core of the Heart! Apply here: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/coreoftheheart We have open roles in Content and Media, Digital Marketing, and Live Events Production. In just 1.5 years, God has grown this community to over 3 million people worldwide. We are building a global movement to help people walk closer with Him every day. We're looking for people with proven excellence, high standards, and a heart for the mission. If you're an A-player who wants your work to matter for eternity and be a part of a fast-paced team, we'd love to meet you. 0:00 Signs Your Partner Is "The One" 5:03 Does Chemistry vs. Character Matter? 7:11 Do You Need a Pastor for Relationship Guidance? 16:41 Should You Lead With Your Red Flags? 26:33 Can Dating Bring Out the Best in Someone? 37:36 If I Can't Read the Bible, Do I Deserve to Date? 39:30 Can Believers Date Non-Believers? 46:20 What Prison Taught Him About Trusting People 59:22 How to Know If Someone Is Truly Sent From God 1:03:19 Recap of the Chris Williamson Podcast 1:09:57 Community Updates and Closing Prayer 🎥 Watch my documentary, 'Faith On Death Row': https://youtu.be/-KgMmqN79kg?si=hpLBvqxbI-jGmLFn 🎟️ Come to my next FREE live event! After Service: Get all the details by sending 'AFTERS' to 323,613,3577 If you are a church, or know a direct representative who wants to host 500-2000 local people, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP7uLdy0r8pvcwvli--9TIBWpUI5ac6wCaY1TzogbpnIC4-Q/viewform?usp=header If you are a Vendor or know someone with a shop or food truck who wants sell goods, and grow awareness in your community, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGXJE_VqLemnAMbo3l_zp1Zgeewex05_5CCwJcqpuKzTtpFQ/viewform?usp=header

  8. Sep 18

    The Only Prayer Left When You Can't Fix Yourself | Discord Stage #066

    📲 Make God a daily habit in your life: https://download.coreoftheheart.com/yt-unlearned-wisdom You cannot fix yourself, no matter how hard you try. There was a man who had been unable to walk for 38 years, and one sentence from Jesus made him stand up. In this episode, I talk about what surrender looks like, why we ask the wrong questions when we read the Bible, and why trying harder is not the answer. For Live Event Information and to RSVP click here: https://events.coreoftheheart.com/ 🤝 WE'RE HIRING A-players at Core of the Heart! Apply here: https://jobs.ashbyhq.com/coreoftheheart We have open roles in Content and Media, Digital Marketing, and Live Events Production. In just 1.5 years, God has grown this community to over 3 million people worldwide. We are building a global movement to help people walk closer with Him every day. We're looking for people with proven excellence, high standards, and a heart for the mission. If you're an A-player who wants your work to matter for eternity and be a part of a fast-paced team, we'd love to meet you. 0:00 If I'm Not Too Far Gone, Why Did God Allow So Much Evil? 4:34 Catholicism vs. Christianity: Why the Question Doesn't Matter 7:47 Why We Really Ask Questions: Control vs. Surrender 9:42 Studying the Bible for the Wrong Reasons 16:38 Did My Friend Go to Heaven? Reading the "Why" Behind Questions 21:32 Why Everyone Only Thinks About Their Own Heart 26:55 What Real Surrender Actually Means 30:36 Is It Better If You Handle It or Jesus Does? 33:00 Paul's Confession: "Who Shall Deliver Me?" 40:45 Why Was Paul Used So Greatly? 48:39 The Story of the Man Who Tried to Correct Pastor Kim 52:47 How to Stop Trusting Yourself Again 🎥 Watch my documentary, 'Faith On Death Row': https://youtu.be/-KgMmqN79kg?si=hpLBvqxbI-jGmLFn 🎟️ Come to my next FREE live event! After Service: Get all the details by sending 'AFTERS' to 323,613,3577 If you are a church, or know a direct representative who wants to host 500-2000 local people, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeP7uLdy0r8pvcwvli--9TIBWpUI5ac6wCaY1TzogbpnIC4-Q/viewform?usp=header If you are a Vendor or know someone with a shop or food truck who wants sell goods, and grow awareness in your community, please fill out this form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScGXJE_VqLemnAMbo3l_zp1Zgeewex05_5CCwJcqpuKzTtpFQ/viewform?usp=header 💌 Donate to Core Of The Heart: https://donate.coreoftheheart.com 👾 Join my free Discord to submit your question for a future episode: https://discord.com/invite/coth 🐉 Follow Johnny Chang everywhere: https://linktr.ee/johnnychang

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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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