The Keystone Project Podcast

Cognitive Dissonance - Why We Believe Lies We Know Are False

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2182774/fan_mail/new] Why do people believe lies even when the truth is right in front of them? In this episode of The Keystone Project Podcast, Charlie, James, and Richard Greene explore the concept of cognitive dissonance and how it affects our beliefs, relationships, culture, politics, and faith. The discussion examines why people often resist evidence that challenges their worldview, how identity and pride influence decision-making, the role of misinformation and social conditioning, and why humility is essential for discovering truth. The conversation also tackles an important question: Is faith simply another form of cognitive dissonance, or is there a fundamental difference between biblical faith and the denial of reality? Drawing from history, psychology, theology, and personal experience, this episode offers a thoughtful and biblical perspective on truth-seeking in an age of confusion and information overload. Topics include: • Cognitive dissonance explained • Confirmation bias and misinformation • The pursuit of truth • Faith versus denial of evidence • Humility and intellectual honesty • The Holy Spirit and spiritual discernment • Cultural identity and kingdom culture • How to help people trapped in deception Support the show [https://pushpay.com/g/thekeystoneproject?src=hpp] Thanks for listening! Follow us on all major social media platforms. https://keystoneproject.org/ [https://keystoneproject.org/] https://www.facebook.com/thekeystoneproject/ [https://www.facebook.com/thekeystoneproject/] https://www.instagram.com/officialkeystoneproject/ [https://www.instagram.com/officialkeystoneproject/] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC68Vu_XN-0UXpLqFslU7zvw [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC68Vu_XN-0UXpLqFslU7zvw] https://twitter.com/Thekeystoneproj [https://twitter.com/Thekeystoneproj] #YoutubePodcasts #Podcasts #Jesus #God #GreatComission #Youtubevideo #motivational #motivation

Yoga, Reiki, and the Search for Truth: Mary O'Meara's Story

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2182774/fan_mail/new] For 15 years, Mary O'Meara was deeply immersed in the New Age movement. What began as a simple desire to improve her health through hot yoga eventually led her into energy healing, Reiki, tarot cards, angel cards, and a completely different understanding of spirituality. Raised as a pastor's daughter, Mary knew about Jesus but eventually found herself searching for meaning, healing, and purpose outside of biblical Christianity. Then everything changed. In this powerful episode of The Keystone Project Podcast, Mary shares her remarkable testimony of encountering Jesus, leaving New Age spirituality behind, and discovering the freedom, grace, and truth found only in Christ. In this episode, we discuss: • How yoga became her gateway into New Age spirituality • Reiki, energy healing, tarot cards, and manifestation • Christ Consciousness and why it differs from biblical Christianity • The illusion of spiritual control • The role of discernment in today's culture • LDS, Christianity, and the changing spiritual landscape of Utah • The difference between works-based religion and God's grace • Her powerful encounter with Jesus that changed everything Whether you're curious about the New Age movement, seeking spiritual truth, or looking for encouragement in your own faith journey, this conversation offers valuable insight and hope. Resources: https://www.keystoneproject.org [https://www.keystoneproject.org] Follow for more conversations on missions, discipleship, culture, theology, and following Jesus. Support the show [https://pushpay.com/g/thekeystoneproject?src=hpp] Thanks for listening! Follow us on all major social media platforms. https://keystoneproject.org/ [https://keystoneproject.org/] https://www.facebook.com/thekeystoneproject/ [https://www.facebook.com/thekeystoneproject/] https://www.instagram.com/officialkeystoneproject/ [https://www.instagram.com/officialkeystoneproject/] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC68Vu_XN-0UXpLqFslU7zvw [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC68Vu_XN-0UXpLqFslU7zvw] https://twitter.com/Thekeystoneproj [https://twitter.com/Thekeystoneproj] #YoutubePodcasts #Podcasts #Jesus #God #GreatComission #Youtubevideo #motivational #motivation

Nigeria's Persecuted Church | The Untold Crisis the World Is Ignoring | Featuring Chubie Ujah

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2182774/fan_mail/new] What is happening in Nigeria right now is not just isolated violence—it’s a humanitarian and spiritual crisis unfolding at massive scale. In this powerful episode, we sit down with Nigerian worship leader and gospel artist Chubie Ujah [https://www.youtube.com/@ChubieUjah], who shares firsthand insight into the escalating violence, the collapse of long-standing religious coexistence, and what life looks like for Christians caught in the middle of rising extremist attacks. From coordinated village raids to widespread displacement, Nigeria is experiencing one of the most severe persecution crises facing the global Church today—yet much of the world remains unaware. Chubie [https://www.youtube.com/@ChubieUjah] brings a deeply personal perspective from Nigeria’s Middle Belt, where communities once known for peaceful coexistence are now facing growing instability, fear, and division. In this episode, we explore: - The reality behind recent large-scale attacks on Nigerian villages - How religious tensions in Nigeria have shifted over the past two decades - Regional breakdowns of where violence is spreading and why it matters - Government response, security challenges, and systemic failures - The global implications of rising persecution against Christians - How the Church in Nigeria is responding with resilience and unity - What it means for believers around the world today This is not just a news story—it’s a call to awareness, prayer, and global engagement. 👉 If you care about global missions, the persecuted Church, or understanding what’s really happening beneath the headlines, this conversation is essential. Check out Chubie Ujah's channel [https://www.youtube.com/@ChubieUjah]: https://www.youtube.com/@ChubieUjah [https://www.youtube.com/@ChubieUjah] 🙏 Pray. Learn. Share. And don’t look away. Support the show [https://pushpay.com/g/thekeystoneproject?src=hpp] Thanks for listening! Follow us on all major social media platforms. https://keystoneproject.org/ [https://keystoneproject.org/] https://www.facebook.com/thekeystoneproject/ [https://www.facebook.com/thekeystoneproject/] https://www.instagram.com/officialkeystoneproject/ [https://www.instagram.com/officialkeystoneproject/] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC68Vu_XN-0UXpLqFslU7zvw [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC68Vu_XN-0UXpLqFslU7zvw] https://twitter.com/Thekeystoneproj [https://twitter.com/Thekeystoneproj] #YoutubePodcasts #Podcasts #Jesus #God #GreatComission #Youtubevideo #motivational #motivation

Christians Give $1.3 Trillion Annually...Where Does the Money End Up?

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2182774/fan_mail/new] Did you know Christians worldwide earn $74 trillion every year—but only a tiny fraction reaches unreached people groups? In this eye-opening episode, we follow the trail of missions giving, uncovering how U.S. church budgets are spent, what global Christian giving really supports, and why billions meant for outreach often stay at “home.” Then, we share a bizarre mid-air story: a passenger’s phone prayer reminder triggered a security scare, diverting a Southwest flight over Atlanta. Finally, we explore early signs of spiritual revival in America—rising Bible sales, Gen Z attending church, mass baptisms on campuses, and new grassroots movements. Could revival really be stirring in the U.S.? Support the show [https://pushpay.com/g/thekeystoneproject?src=hpp] Thanks for listening! Follow us on all major social media platforms. https://keystoneproject.org/ [https://keystoneproject.org/] https://www.facebook.com/thekeystoneproject/ [https://www.facebook.com/thekeystoneproject/] https://www.instagram.com/officialkeystoneproject/ [https://www.instagram.com/officialkeystoneproject/] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC68Vu_XN-0UXpLqFslU7zvw [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC68Vu_XN-0UXpLqFslU7zvw] https://twitter.com/Thekeystoneproj [https://twitter.com/Thekeystoneproj] #YoutubePodcasts #Podcasts #Jesus #God #GreatComission #Youtubevideo #motivational #motivation

Mapping the Unreached World: How Joshua Project Tracks the Least-Reached | Featuring Chris Clayman

Send us Fan Mail [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2182774/fan_mail/new] When we talk about missions today, it’s easy to think the church is making progress somewhere “out there.” But what if the story we’re telling ourselves is incomplete? What if the real problem isn’t opposition to the gospel—but the absence of access to it? In our latest episode of The Keystone Project Podcast [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2182774], we sit down with Chris Clayman, CEO of Joshua Project [https://joshuaproject.net], an organization helping the global church see where the gospel has not yet gone. This episode isn’t just inspiring—it’s eye-opening. Chris shares how data drives strategic mission decisions and how Joshua Project equips the church to move from awareness to action. You’ll hear: * How Joshua Project identifies over 7,000 unreached people groups worldwide. * The difference between unreached, frontier, and hidden people groups—and why it matters. * How population, migration, and diaspora data shape opportunities for the gospel. * How local churches and missionaries use research to prioritize next steps for reaching the least-reached peoples. Whether you’re a missionary, a ministry leader, or a follower of Christ wanting to see God’s Kingdom expand, this episode will reframe how you see the world map—and your place in God’s global story. Together, we can take part in reaching the unreached in our generation. Support the show [https://pushpay.com/g/thekeystoneproject?src=hpp] Thanks for listening! Follow us on all major social media platforms. https://keystoneproject.org/ [https://keystoneproject.org/] https://www.facebook.com/thekeystoneproject/ [https://www.facebook.com/thekeystoneproject/] https://www.instagram.com/officialkeystoneproject/ [https://www.instagram.com/officialkeystoneproject/] https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC68Vu_XN-0UXpLqFslU7zvw [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC68Vu_XN-0UXpLqFslU7zvw] https://twitter.com/Thekeystoneproj [https://twitter.com/Thekeystoneproj] #YoutubePodcasts #Podcasts #Jesus #God #GreatComission #Youtubevideo #motivational #motivation