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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.
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📲 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. <div class="_1mf _1mj" data-offset-key="5hav
📲 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
📲 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
📲 Make God a daily habit in your life: https://download.coreoftheheart.com/yt-unlearned-wisdom 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
📲 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
📲 Make God a daily habit in your life: https://onelink.to/cothdailyapp?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video-description&utm_campaign=evergreen&utm_term=na&utm_content=unlearned-wisdom Try Shopify Now at https://www.shopify.com/unlearnedwisdom In this episode, I open up about being molested at 12, being beaten at home, and joining a gang after feeling like I had no control over my life. I share how prison actually gave me structure I never had, and how I eventually found God and learned to trust his word over my own thoughts and feelings. 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 Should I Start Three YouTube Channels? 5:59 Advice on Moving Boldly and Staying Calm 7:27 Reconnecting With an Angry or Distant Spouse 10:17 What Keeps Him Going Every Day 16:47 Checking Your Heart Posture in Ministry 20:00 Why You Should Feel Disgusted at Being "Number One" 21:08 Not Forgetting the Place That Nurtured You 23:38 Following God vs. Cheating and Claiming Faith 25:35 Are You Really the Judge? On Vengeance and Grudges 30:28 Reestablishing Connection With a Distant Partner 35:12 Forgetting God When Life Gets Comfortable 39:57 How Satan Forgot Who He Was 41:29 Why People Turn on Those Who Helped Them 44:43 Responding to Correction From a Mod 47:16 Why You Should Accept Correction 🎥 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
📲 Make God a daily habit in your life: https://onelink.to/cothdailyapp?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video-description&utm_campaign=evergreen&utm_term=na&utm_content=unlearned-wisdom Try Shopify Now at https://www.shopify.com/unlearnedwisdom In this video, I discuss what it means to surrender to God, trusting His word even when our feelings say otherwise. 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 What Does It Mean to Surrender to God? 0:51 The Wedding at Cana Example 2:30 Why We Struggle to Surrender 4:44 Are You Trauma Loyal or Gospel Loyal? 7:33 Jesus in the Garden: A Model of Surrender 10:03 Why We Can't Listen to Others 14:48 The Story of Passing Out Flyers 16:00 The Danger of Thinking You're Right 18:36 Learning to Respect Through Failure 22:35 God Builds You Up, Satan Sets You Up 24:40 Practicing Surrender in Real Time 27:41 Choosing the Word Over Your Thoughts 30:32 Closing Thoughts 🎥 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
📲 Make God a daily habit in your life: https://onelink.to/cothdailyapp?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=video-description&utm_campaign=evergreen&utm_term=na&utm_content=unlearned-wisdom Shopify: Own your customer relationships. Own your revenue. Start with a free trial at https://www.shopify.com/unlearnedwisdom In this video, I sit down with Mimi, whose dad was abusive to her when she was seven years old. She told her mom when she was fifteen, but she did not believe her. She waited twenty-three years to talk to her dad about it. In this episode, she shares her story and how she found peace. 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:* 01:38 Introduction 06:24 The Trauma 12:53 My Father & Arriving To USA 21:50 Where Was God? 28:47 My Family 52:44 The Pastor Who Helped 59:10 How Should People Overcome This Trauma? 01:12:58 Did Trauma Push You Into Your Profession? 01:16:00 What About The Ones In The Dirt? 01:28:09 Developing Receptive Skills 01:31:05 When Things Don't Work 01:37:02 Was Your Faith Lacking? 01:45:24 What Are You Struggling With? 02:00:15 Grace 02:08:50 Do You Have A Question? 02:19:33 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
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