Unlearned Wisdom by Johnny Chang

In this episode Johnny Chang talks about how to pray according to the Bible, if guilt impacts our prayers, how to overcome spiritual blockers and answers community questions. 🎙️ 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/4344Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:02 What’s everyone's love language03:51 Intro into Prayer4:20 Johnny Chang’s recent prayers 8:43 What is the reason for praying?9:54 the first time Johnny Chang Prayed and why15:24 San Diego After Service Announcement17:28 When did Johnny Chang start believing in the power of prayer19:37 Can the enemy hear our prayers22:01 Dark magic and evil prayers explained24:44 The First Step to Prayer29:04 The Right Way to Pray35:18 Only Praying to God when you feel Guilty40:15 Main Stage Audio Announcement42:07 Having Repetitive Prayers51:19 Johnny Chang on Praying in Tongues01:02:00 Focus on the Gospel01:05:39 Bible Class with Johnny Chang01:06:14 Blockers of Spiritual Life01:10:48 Should You Pray on a Schedule01:15:52 Praying for things not in God’s Will01:19:45 What happens if you accidentally curse in a prayer01:20:54 Prison Documentary Sneak Peek01:25:23 3 Bible Verses that will level up your prayers01:27:52 Community Q&A01:28:20 Can You Pray While Driving?01:29:13 What Should We Avoid Praying About?01:31:14 Should You Recite Scripture When Praying?01:33:26 How to Pray for Someone Who Needs Healing01:35:54 What's the Significance of the Lord's Prayer?01:40:25 Closing Prayer 🧢 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/ZuAFDDon't forget to subscribe to this new channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this main stage, I discuss our hearts without Jesus Christ and if we're truly evil. 👾 Join my free Discord to attend Main Stages Live: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/nTuvmutSsU 🎙️ 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🧢 Core of the Heart merchandise now available: https://coreoftheheart.com/en-gbp/collections/all🐉 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Johnny Chang discusses how fear can impact all aspects of our lives, what God says about fear and how to overcome it biblically. Johnny Chang shares his experiences with fear and answers community questions. 🎙️ 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/4344Timestamps:00:00 Intro to Episode 1400:14 Does Johnny Chang Eat Like a Child?00:36 Intro to today’s topic of Fear1:22 Why Johnny Chang Was Scared To Tithe08:57 Celebrating 1 million followers12:59 What Is Fear?14:11 Prison Documentary Preview19:00 What Is Godly Fear VS Fleshly Fear?21:03 Johnny Chang on Turning Fear Into Faith22:13 What Does Fear From God Mean?25:38 When Does Fear Stop Being Protective?28:21 Is God Disappointed In You?31:50 Why Does Everyone Fear Death?38:14 Is God Silent During Fear?44:35 Why You Fear Your Future48:10 Does Johnny Chang Still Have Fears?56:17 How to Deal With Imposter Syndrome01:04:27 Why You Fear Peoples Opinions01:08:33 San Diego Live Event Announcement01:09:30 The Fear Of Being Alone Forever01:13:24 Community Q&A01:13:55 Fear Of Losing A Loved One01:16:40 Fear Of Sickness01:18:34 Fear Of AI and The End Of The World01:25:11 Closing Prayer By Johnny Chang🧢 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/ZuAFDDon't forget to subscribe to this new channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is my first Main Stage, I do this live with my Discord Community and answer their questions! In this main stage we discuss what it means to be a Lukewarm Christian and understanding why we don't love God. 👾 Join my free Discord to attend Main Stages Live: ⁠https://discord.com/invite/nTuvmutSsU 🎙️ 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🧢 Core of the Heart merchandise now available: https://coreoftheheart.com/en-gbp/collections/all🐉 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 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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/4344Timestamps:00:00 Episode Preview00:57 San Diego After Service Announcement01:55 Johnny Chang’s Opinion on the Lords Prayer08:57 Did Johnny Chang Ever Bible Thump?18:00 Exclusive Clip from Faith On Death Row Documentary21:42 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 Resentment37:11 How To Choose the Right Church?42:46 Advice to Christians Who Lack Discipline46:12 Sign #3 Feeling Distant From God48:50 The Point Of Having A Relationship With God52:37 Does God Care If You Take A Break?58:58 Sign #4 The Need to Prove Yourself01:02:40 Sign #5 Comparison and Envy 01:08:07 Sign #6 Being Afraid01:13:19 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 Questions01:22:52 What To Do When You’re Tired Of Bible Routine01:25:25 Tips To Work Through Spiritual Burn Out01:28:00 Difference Between Burn Out and Laziness01:29:43 Closing Prayer🧢 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/ZuAFDDon't forget to subscribe to this new channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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/unlearnedwisdomTimestamps:00:00 Episode Preview00:37 Intro with Mama Chang 1:20 Mama Chang’s Life Before Marriage12:31 How Johnny Chang’s Parents Met13:29 Faith On Death Row Documentary Trailer 23:28 Mama Chang’s First Time Being Pregnant26:50 Mama Chang’s Marital and Business Struggles35:34 Life With James Chang before Johnny Chang is Born38:00 Mama Chang’s Cultural Belief As Buddhist Before Christ  47:15 The Birth Story of Johnny Chang57:50 Johnny Chang’s Dad Becomes Physically Violent 01:05:00 Parenting Challenges After Moving to the Projects01:15:05 Mama Chang Finds Out Johnny Chang is in a Gang1:27:50 The First Time Johnny Chang’s Mom Encountered God1:40:13 Mama Chang’s First Time Going To Church1:59:53 Johnny Chang Refusing to Hear About God From His Mom02:08:15 Johnny Chang’s First Time Meeting Pastor Kim02:15:13 Mama Chang’s Cancer Story02:19:52 What Advice Would Mama Chang Give To Her Younger Self02:21:35 What Was Johnny Chang’s Mom’s Go To Prayer for Her Sons02:22:30 What Is Mama Chang’s Favorite Scripture02:26:06 Advice For People Unsure of Parenthood02:27:57 Mama Chang’s Favorite Memory of Johnny Chang02:29:39 Mama Chang’s Worst Memory of Johnny Chang02:35:13 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/ZuAFDDon't forget to subscribe to this new channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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/unlearnedwisdomTimestamps:00:00 Episode Preview00:53 Intro into Anger03:57 Johnny Chang’s Early Childhood with Anger & Violence13:11 Faith On Death Row Documentary Preview20:35 How Anger Bleeds into All Aspects of Your Life24:27 Dealing with Gang Violence27:32 Prison, Anger, and Control37:04 Johnny Chang on Dealing with Anger After Prison46:00 What Does The Bible Say About Anger49:07 How To Understand and Manage Anger Through Faith58:27 How To Heal from Emotional Triggers01:06:56 How To Break The Cycle of Anger and Apologizing01:10:14 How Did Jesus Express Anger01:11:37 Dealing with Parenting and Disciplining Children 01:16:03 Navigating Emotional Regulation and Communication01:25:01 Community Q&A01:25:25 Is It Okay To Be Mad At God?01:27:22 Is Karma Biblical?01:30:40 Do Christians Always Need To Be Calm01:35:50 Why Do I Like Being Angry?01:37:24 What If I Know I’m Right But I’m Still Furious01:42:58 How To Deal with Anger Towards Someone Who Passed Away01:46:15 Outro🧢 Core of the Heart merchandise now available: https://coreoftheheart.com/en-gbp/collections/allAccess 👾 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/ZuAFDDon't forget to subscribe to this new channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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/unlearnedwisdomTimestamps:00:00 Episode Intro01:20 How Johnny Chang Forgave His Parents06:04 Did Johnny Chang Want To Forgive His Dad09:04 The Impact Forgiveness Has On You12:12 How Forgiveness Frees Us From Bitterness15:22 Can You Forgive Your Ex17:00 Faith On Death Row Documentary Preview18:40 The Journey of Forgiveness and Healing25:00 Biblical Forgiveness and Setting Boundaries28:15 Forgiveness Without Expecting Apology34:49 Is Forgiveness Required According To The Bible42:23 How To Let Go Of Bitterness and Resentment 48:46 Breaking Free From Victim Mentality53:53 Can We Forgive Satan?01:00:07 Community Q&A01:00:24 How To Forgive Myself After Causing a Fatal Accident01:03:08 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/ZuAFDDon't forget to subscribe to this new channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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/unlearnedwisdomTimestamps:00:00 Intro to Unlearned Wisdom Podcast05:22 Cultural Misunderstanding In Thailand11:10 Self-Worth and Childhood Trauma20:39 Johnny Chang’s Life in the Gang25:09 Being Taken Advantage of and Self-Worth Development37:44 How Social Media Affects Us48:26 Learning Empathy and Building Confidence54:27 Overcoming Shame and Accepting Forgiveness01:00:32 Discovering Self-Worth Through Faith01:03:58 Navigating Shame and Finding Healing01:08:30 Johnny’s Story on Overcoming Shame Using The Bible01:17:19 How To Rebuild Your Self-Worth 01:21:27 Overcome Getting Your Self-Worth From Your Looks01:24:44 Scripture To Help Us Between The Line of Self-Worth and High Heart01:27:22 Are Bisexuals Worthy of God's Love?01:29:54 How To Stop Trying To Earn Worth Through Works01:30:43 Johnny’s Reaction To Biblical Memes01:40:45 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/ZuAFDDon't forget to subscribe to this new channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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/unlearnedwisdomTimestamps:00:00 – Intrusive thoughts intro00:43 – 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 thoughts15:46 – Human minds wired for survival, not peace or rest20:00 – Why we trust God's plan instead of living in fear24:42 – Johnny Chang trusting Satan's thoughts at 12 years old26:24 – Three ways Satan attacks: possession, suggestion, or accusation31:39 – Why do you feel empty inside?35:01 – The story of relationship cheating due to intrusive thoughts37:47 – 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 attack49:40 – Temptations thoughts are harmless until you agree with them51:50 – What part does intrusive thoughts play in addiction?54:46 – Study shows isolated addicts recover through healing community57:55 – Johnny’s stealing from Toys R us59:30 – God speaks through scripture; He never hijacks your mind01:02:01 – Johnny Chang explains how God speaks to us through scripture01:03:39 – Why would God create a chaotic world?01:05:34 – Expectations can ruin your perception of blessings01:07:00 – Johnny Chang says his chaos was necessary to find peace01:10:47 – Audience Q&A begins; Discord community asks tough spiritual questions01:11:00 – How to reach loved ones battling dark, hopeless thoughts01:13:30 – 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/ZuAFDDon't forget to subscribe to this new channel! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices