Finally: a Decent Podcast

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Finally: a Decent Podcast is a ministry of the American Decency Association. For 40 years, the American Decency Association has been standing for morality in the public square. With this podcast, hosted by our founder, Bill Johnson, our goal is draw attention to the normal, everyday, "decent" people that God has seen fit to make a huge difference in their families, churches, businesses, and communities. We hope you'll check back every week as Bill talks to old friends and new about what God has done and is doing and to be reminded of our need for Him in every aspect of our lives.

  1. 6d ago

    Floundering, Flourishing & Freedom: Overcoming Pornography Through Faith

    In this powerful episode of Finally: a Decent Podcast, host Bill Johnson sits down with Christian counselor and founder of Icebergology Ministries, Rob Jackson, for a candid and compassionate conversation about one of the most pressing — yet underaddressed — crises of our time.Bill opens with a deeply personal reflection on the cyclical nature of Christian spiritual growth: the seasons of floundering and flourishing that every believer experiences. Drawing from his own journey — including his years of struggle with pornography and lust during his time at Michigan State — he sets the stage for an honest, hope-filled dialogue.Rob Jackson brings over 40 years of counseling experience to the table, combining clinical psychology with deep theological insight. Together, they explore how pornography has quietly shifted from a shameful secret to a normalized cultural fixture — and why the silence around it is so dangerous. Rob unpacks the neuroscience of addiction, the concept of "sexual arousal templates" encoded in the brain, and how early exposure (with the average age now around 11) creates lifelong challenges.At the heart of the conversation is the "Icebergology" model — Rob's nine-step Christian framework for spiritual formation that addresses not just visible behaviors, but the hidden roots of thoughts, emotions, and desires beneath the surface.Topics covered include:- The cyclical nature of spiritual growth — floundering vs. flourishing- How pornography has become normalized and why the Church must speak up- The neuroscience and psychology behind pornography addiction- The collateral damage to spouses, children, and families- A theology of sexuality: life-giving design vs. destructive misuse- The "Icebergology" model for lasting transformation- Practical steps toward recovery — and where to run when the battle feels too heavyWhether you're struggling personally, supporting a loved one, or serving in ministry, this episode offers both unflinching honesty and genuine hope. As Rob reminds us: "At this side of heaven, it is not a winnable war sociologically — but it is a winnable war individually, with God's help."

  2. Jul 13

    "We Need Believers in Public Office" — Rep. Joseph Fox's Fight for Michigan's Soul

    Michigan House Representative Joseph Fox (District 101) joins Bill Johnson on Finally: a Decent Podcast to share his unlikely journey from missionary and Christian educator to state legislator — and now State Senate candidate for District 33. In this candid conversation, Rep. Fox opens up about his open-heart surgery recovery, election integrity concerns in Michigan, threats to agricultural land from data centers and solar farms, and what it looks like to be a bold Christian witness in Lansing.📌 Topics covered:• Rep. Fox's path from the mission field to the Michigan House• His open-heart surgery and miraculous recovery• Election integrity issues & Michigan's Qualified Voter File discrepancies• Data centers & solar farms threatening Michigan farmland• The role of prayer and faith in public office• His campaign for Michigan State Senate District 33🌐 Learn more & get involved: VoteJosephFox.com📘 Facebook: Vote Joseph FoxFinally: a Decent Podcast is a ministry of the American Decency Association.

  3. Jul 6

    Born in the Philippines, Called by God: A Missionary's Story of Returning Home to Plant Churches

    In this episode of Finally a Decent Podcast, host Bill Johnson sits down with Pastor Bill Hardecker — missionary, church planter, and man of deep faith — for a wide-ranging conversation about life, calling, and the power of God's Word.Growing up in the Philippines, Bill Hardecker was raised Catholic in a nipa hut. At just 11 years old, a Bible sent in a care package sparked a personal encounter with Jesus Christ that would change the course of his life forever.In this interview, Pastor Bill shares:- His childhood in the Philippines and dual Filipino-American identity- How he came to saving faith as a young boy - His journey to Fairhaven Baptist College in Chesterton, Indiana- Nine years of ministry as an assistant pastor in Pennsylvania- The call to return to the Philippines as a missionary and church planterNavigating COVID-19 lockdowns and keeping the church alive through creative, Spirit-led solutions- His vision for planting Independent Baptist churches across the Philippines- His love for the Puritans, Scripture, and lifelong learning- This is a conversation full of warmth, tears, laughter, and genuine love for the Lord.📧 Connect with Pastor Bill Hardecker: hardecker@gmail.com | hardecker.com🎙️ Finally a Decent Podcast with Bill Johnson

  4. Jun 29

    They Filed Felony Charges Against Her. She Stood Anyway. | Stephanie Scott, Part 2 (Ep. 52)

    In Part 2 of our conversation, Stephanie Scott — a Hillsdale County election official — breaks down exactly how Michigan's electronic voting systems work, why she believes the process is fundamentally compromised, and what happened when she tried to speak up.Stephanie walks us through the full chain of electronic voting: source code, tabulators, modems, electronic poll books, and the duplicate voter ID numbers she says violate federal law (HAVA). She also shares the personal cost of standing up — five felony charges filed against her — and how her faith carried her through.Topics covered:- How electronic voting machines work (and what nobody is allowed to see)- The electronic poll book and its uncertified software- The "fox guarding the henhouse:" Jonathan Brater overseeing complaints against his own bureau- The case of Tina Peters and data retention law- Attorney Stephanie Lambert and the fight against Dominion Voting- Ralph Rebandt's petition and how unelected officials decided 18,000 citizen signatures were disqualified"We know we're not fighting humans. We've got darker forces at work." — Stephanie ScottWatch Part 1 https://youtu.be/fliiykhJoAw| Follow for more conversations on election integrity, faith, and the rule of law.

  5. Jun 22

    The Township Clerk Who Took on Michigan's Election Machine | Stephanie Scott, Part 1 (Ep.51)

    What happens when a small-town clerk starts asking questions no one else dared to ask?In this powerful first installment of a two-part interview, we sit down with Stephanie — a former insurance professional and engineering document controller turned Adams Township Clerk in Hillsdale County, Michigan. Elected in the 2020 election, Stephanie quickly discovered something deeply troubling about the way elections are run: the machines weren't being properly tested, records were being ordered deleted, and when she pushed back, the full weight of the state came down on her.From uncovering a 11.5% voter discrepancy in her tiny township, to refusing to hand over a voting tabulator without a search warrant, to being raided while at work 45 minutes away — Stephanie's story is a masterclass in what it looks like to follow the law when the system pressures you to look the other way.In Part 1, we cover:• Stephanie's background — from Minneapolis to Hillsdale, Michigan• How she stumbled into becoming a township clerk• Her first red flags about tabulator testing and ballot logic• The letters from Jonathan Brater and the Michigan Bureau of Elections• The raid on her township office — while she was at work• How she found attorney Stephanie Lambert through a divine series of events• The electronic poll book data she refused to delete — and what it revealedThis is not a partisan story. It's a story about one woman's refusal to just "follow the checklist" when the math didn't add up — and what that decision cost her.

  6. Jun 15

    Remembering DHS Insider Phil Haney: America Is Living on Borrowed Capital (Ep. 50)

    In August of 2016, Bill Johnson of the American Decency Association sat down with Phil Haney — career Department of Homeland Security officer, whistleblower, and author of See Something, Say Nothing — for a candid conversation about national security, faith, and the future of America. This was the beginning of a month-long campaign with ADA bringing Phil to speak around the state of Michigan leading up to the 2016 election and the beginning of a close friendship with Phil which lasted until his unexpected death by gunshot in 2020. The FBI ruled it a suicide, but many of his clothes friends and family are left in doubt.Phil shared his remarkable journey from agricultural entomologist in the Middle East to becoming one of the most outspoken voices on domestic threats and government overreach. He discusses the personal and spiritual convictions that guided him through fierce opposition, why integrity is the foundation of any real stand for truth, and what it means for Christians to engage in the political process.Topics covered:- Phil's path from entomology to the Department of Homeland Security- His experience as a DHS whistleblower- Why America is "living on borrowed capital"- The role of faith, integrity, and community in fighting darkness- Why voting matters — even when the choices aren't perfectWhether you knew Phil or not, we know you'll be blessed by his insight - even a decade later.#PhilHaney #Whistleblower #NationalSecurity #DHS #AmericanDecencyAssociation #Faith #ChristianVoices

  7. Jun 8

    From Desensitization to Devotion: Tackling P**n in the Digital Age | Rob Jackson (Ep. 49)

    In this powerful episode of Finally A Decent Podcast, host Bill Johnson sits down with veteran counselor Rob Jackson — who has over 30 years of experience with Focus on the Family and now runs his own coaching practice in Altamonte Springs, Florida — for a deeply honest conversation about one of the most urgent moral crises of our time: pornography.Together, they tackle the hard questions:How does God define pornography — and why does that matter more than Webster's?Why has the Christian community become so desensitized to sexual sin?How is AI about to make today's pornography look tame by comparison?What does it really mean to raise children in a "Christian home" — and where are we falling short?How do heart, mind, body, and relationships all connect in the fight for purity?Rob shares his "Icebergology" approach — rooted in Romans 7:15–8:13 — that goes beyond behavior modification to address the root issues of the inner man. He also opens up about his own spiritual journey, the gap between religiosity and genuine devotion, and why a greater love for God is the only lasting cure.📖 Rob's upcoming book: When Grace Meets Conviction: Loving God and Your LGBT Child — available October 6th on Amazon and at gracemeetsconviction.com🌐 Rob's website: icebergology.com📞 Rob's phone: 719-440-4893 (free discovery calls available)If this episode spoke to you or someone you know, please share it. This ministry is about being used of God — not raising dollars.Subscribe for more honest, faith-filled conversations on Finally A Decent Podcast.#Pornography #ChristianFaith #Purity #Icebergology #RobJackson #BillJohnson #FinallyADecentPodcast #HolySpirit #SexualIntegrity #FaithAndCulture #AIAndPornography #ChristianCounseling

  8. Jun 1

    The Church's Failure & the Pro-Life Fight| Matt Trewhella (Ep.48)

    In this powerful interview, Bill Johnson sits down with Pastor Matt Trewhella for a deeply personal and convicting conversation about faith, courage, and the cost of standing for truth.Matt shares his journey from prison cell to becoming one of the most outspoken pro-life voices in America — including going back to prison, this time for championing the unborn, his encounters with youth on college campuses, and his burden for a church that he believes has too often gone silent on the most pressing moral issues of our day.Together, Bill and Matt reflect on the state of the modern church, the legacy of Phil Haney, the growing cultural push against life, and what it will take for believers to rise up and make a difference.🔔 Don't miss Part 1 — check the channel for the first interview with Matt Trewhella.Topics covered:- Matt's early ministry and how his church began- His pro-life activism and what led to his imprisonment- Encounters with college students and the openness of youth- Phil Haney, "See Something, Say Nothing," and the silencing of truth-tellers- The Women's March, Planned Parenthood, and the cultural battle for life- A call to the church to stand #ProLife #ChristianInterview #FaithAndCourage #MattTrewhella #BillJohnson #ChurchAndState

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Finally: a Decent Podcast is a ministry of the American Decency Association. For 40 years, the American Decency Association has been standing for morality in the public square. With this podcast, hosted by our founder, Bill Johnson, our goal is draw attention to the normal, everyday, "decent" people that God has seen fit to make a huge difference in their families, churches, businesses, and communities. We hope you'll check back every week as Bill talks to old friends and new about what God has done and is doing and to be reminded of our need for Him in every aspect of our lives.

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    American Decency Association
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
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