Overcoming Performance Christianity

Overcoming Performance Christianity


Latest Episodes

SEASON FINALE: Pain Can Draw Us to Christ -- Featuring the Story of Jim and JeanneKay Van Houten [EP 45]
July 05, 2023

While in the middle of recording his audio book of SILENCE YOUR INNER PHARISEE, Jon lost his temporary crown. But it didn't stop him from recording this final episode of the season. Coincidentally, the topic of this episode is "pain" and how it can draw u

Karl and Crew Grill Jon Fugler [EP 44]
June 14, 2023

It's summer grilling time, and Jon Fugler was the meat this week. Moody Radio Chicago was the setting this past Monday. Here's how they described the show, which is the content of this episode of the podcast: Today, on Karl and Crew Mornings, we discussed

Silence Your Inner Pharisee [EP43]
June 07, 2023

It's a celebration! A few minutes ago, I was on social media with a live event -- my Book Release Celebration and Dedication of SILENCE YOUR INNER PHARISEE: Ditch Performance and Embrace Radical Freedom in Christ. This episode is the audio from

One Quality and One Discipline That Will Draw You to Jesus [EP 42]
May 31, 2023

In this episode, I want you to meet someone who is featured in my new book, SILENCE YOUR INNER PHARISEE: Ditch Performance and Embrace Radical Freedom in Christ. He’ll share his story about something that re-sets his relationship with Christ. If you’re a

Stories of Freedom (Told by Two Men Pursuing Jesus) [EP 41]
May 17, 2023

[IMPORTANT NOTE: A lot of people are taking my free Spiritual Self-Assessment. Have you? Find out how you’re doing in your relationship with God? You may know already, but this will get more specific. I’ve developed a Spiritual Self-Assessment that will g

Desperate to Know Jesus (Consistently) -- and a Conversation with Peter Englert [EP 40]
March 22, 2023

In this episode, my guest lets us take a look into his life and how time, faith and consistency helps him get to know Jesus.  A made five “knowing Jesus” statements to him and had him comment on each one. A lot of people are taking my spiritual self-

Communing with God -- A Conversation with Author Dan Lemburg
March 08, 2023

Take the Spiritual Self-Assessment When I tell Christian friends that I want to help 1 million believers know the Christ of the cross, they’re not impressed. I’m not trying to shock them with the number, but with the concept. Knowing Christ. I’m all worke

Rising Above Circumstances -- And a Conversation with TrueFace CEO Robby Angle (EP 38)
February 22, 2023

Rising Above Circumstances: Knowing the Power of the Resurrection [Check out the FRESH FAITH 24/7 Free Trial] There are many benefits of knowing Christ. One of them is knowing the power of his resurrection. This is key for rising above circumstances—like

Conformed to Christ! And a Conversation with AJ Sherrill on Contemplative Prayer (EP 37)
February 08, 2023

[Start your FRESH FAITH 24/7 Free Trial] Sheltering at home during Coronavirus caused some strained relationships to completely break down. Irritations became unbearable. People we thought we loved (family) were almost unlovable after a month lo

Knowing Christ Brings Your Spirit to Life -- and How NOT to Crowd God Out of Your Busy Life with Sue Donaldson (EP 36)
January 25, 2023

NOTE FROM JON:  "I’ve got something I’d like you to try, if you haven’t already.  It’s my Spiritual Self-Assessment. You’ll get an honest picture of how healthy your relationship is with God. The Assessment is free. Access it HERE." “Very truly