The Jenny Beth Show

For God and Country: Faith in a Hostile World | Reverend Joel Mooneyhan

Episode Summary

In this week’s For God and Country, Jenny Beth Martin and Reverend Joel Mooneyhan explore one of Jesus’ most challenging teachings from the Sermon on the Mount—how to respond when the world is hostile to your faith. Drawing from Matthew 5:38–42, Joel explains what it means to turn the other cheek, reject retaliation, and transform coercion into Christlike service. Together, they discuss persecution, injustice, courage, and the Christian call to defend others while living faithfully in a divided world. This devotional offers practical guidance and hope for believers navigating today’s cultural and spiritual battles.

Episode Notes

In this For God and Country devotional, Jenny Beth Martin is joined by Reverend Joel Mooneyhan for a powerful discussion on one of Jesus’ most demanding teachings from the Sermon on the Mount.

Drawing from Matthew 5:38–42, Joel explains how believers can respond to hostility, coercion, and injustice without surrendering their convictions—or escalating the conflict.

Together, Jenny Beth and Joel explore:

• What Jesus really meant by “turn the other cheek”
• How early Christians lived faithfully under oppressive systems
• Why transforming retaliation into service becomes an act of strength, not weakness
• The difference between defending others and seeking revenge
• How today’s cultural pressure on people of faith parallels biblical examples
• Practical ways to live boldly, courageously, and compassionately in a divided world
• Whether you’re facing challenges at work, school, or in the public square, this episode offers biblical insight and encouragement for standing firm in your faith.

Scripture Reference: Matthew 5:38–42

Guest: Joel Mooneyhan, Global Methodist Minister | Instagram: @southernreverend

Host: Jenny Beth Martin, Honorary Chairman, Tea Party Patriots Action | Instagram: @jennybethm | X: @jennybethm

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