Culture & Christianity: The Allen Jackson Podcast

For years, Christians were told to keep their faith out of politics—but what if silence is exactly what’s costing us the culture? Pastor Allen Jackson sits down with Tanner DiBella of The American Council to discuss how California churches pushed back during COVID, why Christians must engage the public square, and how biblical leadership can shape communities for good. They explore the church’s growing fear of politics, the difference between political idolatry and biblical engagement, and why local leadership matters now more than ever. From school boards to state legislatures, this conversation is a powerful reminder that faith was never meant to stay inside church walls.

What if one prayer could change the course of an entire family for generations? In this reflective episode, Pastor Allen Jackson shares the extraordinary story of his mother’s cancer diagnosis, the miracle that followed, and how one encounter with God transformed his family forever. From cultural Christianity to a living faith, Pastor Allen reflects on the power of generational faith, the importance of prayer, and why the truth of the gospel must be intentionally passed on. This conversation is a reminder that God still heals, still restores, and still changes lives today.

What if everything you’ve been told about America’s foundation is missing the most important piece? In this conversation, Pastor Allen Jackson sits down with David Barton and Tim Barton, founders of WallBuilders, to uncover the biblical principles that shaped our nation from the very beginning. They explore how faith influenced the Founding Fathers, why objective truth matters, and what happens when a culture drifts from its moral foundation. This episode challenges Christians to reengage—not just in the church, but in every sphere of influence, including government and education. If we want a different future, it may start by rediscovering the truth we’ve forgotten.

You’ve been given more authority than you realize—but most of us are using it far too small. In this episode, Pastor Allen Jackson challenges the way we think about spiritual authority, prayer, and influence, and why it was never meant to stop at personal comfort or convenience. He draws a sharp contrast between how power is often used in public life and how believers are called to use the authority of the Kingdom. This is a call to lift our eyes beyond ourselves and engage in what God is doing in the world. If faith is meant to make an impact, then the real question is: What are you doing with the authority you’ve been given?

What does it actually take to survive five missions in space—and what is the U.S. doing to win the new space race? Former NASA Space Shuttle Commander Robert “Hoot” Gibson shares firsthand insight from decades in the cockpit, including the risks, breakthroughs, and behind-the-scenes reality of America’s journey to the moon and beyond. He explains how space exploration has shaped modern life on Earth and why the next era of missions is so critical. In the end, he reveals a simple but challenging truth: The best things in life—like spaceflight itself—only happen when we’re willing to do difficult things.