Ryan Johnson

In this episode of The Blacksmith Chronicles Podcast, Ryan Johnson and co-host Michael Riley dive deep into the biblical meaning of revival, its purpose, and why it’s desperately needed today.

If you’ve ever had a prophetic word, vision, or dream from God and wondered when—or if—it would ever come to pass, this message is for you.

In this explosive episode of The Blacksmith Chronicles Podcast, Ryan Johnson and Michael Riley expose the dangerous deception behind one of culture’s most accepted lies: “Just be a good person.”

In this bold, Spirit-led episode, Ryan and co-host Michael Riley confront the uncomfortable, often-avoided topic of consecration.

Are you truly free—or just forgiven? In this powerful message, Ryan Johnson exposes the hidden chains of the slavery of the soul—shame, fear, regret, and religious bondage—and boldly proclaims the liberty that Jesus purchased at the Cross.

If you’re tired of feeling burned out, bitter, or burdened by performance-driven faith, this episode will challenge, inspire, and equip you to step into the freedom of a genuine relationship with Jesus.

Discover the difference between knowing about God and knowing Him, how to crave God's presence, and why intimacy demands vulnerability, humility, and pursuit.

If you’ve ever wondered whether your struggle is spiritual or psychological, this conversation will give you tools, truth, and hope.

If you've ever felt distant from God during seasons of unanswered prayer, disappointment, or suffering, this message will help realign your heart with the unchanging faithfulness of God’s covenant.

In this powerful episode of The Blacksmith Chronicles Podcast, Ryan Johnson and Michael Riley expose a subtle but deadly tactic of the enemy that keeps believers spiritually immature: blame.

Are we living in the last days? What is the spirit of Antichrist already at work in the world? How do we discern between biblical truth and deception in a culture saturated with false doctrine?

Ryan Johnson and Michael Riley dive deep into the mystery of the Tower of Babel—beyond the children’s Bible version and into spiritual rebellion, prophetic patterns, giants, Nephilim, and God’s divine judgment and mercy.

In this powerful episode of The Blacksmith Chronicles Podcast, Andy Arguez shares his raw, unfiltered journey from suicidal desperation to a radical encounter with the presence of God that forever changed his life.

In this bold episode, Ryan Johnson and co-host Michael Riley dive deep into the story of the fiery furnace in Daniel 3 — and how it mirrors today’s cultural battle between true worship and self-idolatry.

Are aliens, Bigfoot, and near-death experiences just fringe conspiracies... or do they point to a deeper biblical reality?

Sharing sensitive or controversial information can come at a high cost—backlash, criticism, and even broken relationships. But what happens when staying silent compromises truth, integrity, or the well-being of others?

In this gripping episode of The Blacksmith Chronicles Podcast, Ryan Johnson and Michael Riley welcome investigative author Shaun Tabatt to discuss his new book, The NDE Conspiracy. This isn’t just another conversation about near-death experiences (NDEs)—it’s a spiritual wake-up call.

Are you standing on the promises of God when challenges arise? Are you declaring His truth over your circumstances, or are you living beneath your spiritual potential?

If you’re ready to move beyond merely pondering God’s will and start living it out with boldness and conviction, this episode is for you!

In this episode, we dive deep into the often misunderstood concept of humility and explore how God, in His infinite love, invites us into humility rather than forcing it upon us.

When people are placed over profit that is where we find true success!

Join us as we uncover the beauty, purpose, and destiny of the Bride of Christ and how we, as believers, are called to walk in victory and holiness.

In this episode, we explore how offense can erode your emotional, mental, and spiritual well-being. From harboring resentment to allowing bitterness to take root, we discuss eight destructive ways offense can affect your life. Tune in for insights on how to identify offense in your life and practical steps to overcome it, so you can experience freedom and restoration.

In this episode, we open the conversation about how culture often labels men as the problem within our society and how we can challenge that narrative by exploring a different perspective—God’s perspective.

Join us as we uncover stories of resilience, examine spiritual truths, and offer encouragement for anyone navigating difficult seasons. Tune in now to find hope, clarity, and a reminder that your struggles don’t define your worth—or your calling.

In this episode, we are excited to welcome our guest, Bryan Schwartz, to share his insights and experiences with us. Bryan is a leadership mentor and coach, NFL veteran, former church planter, pastor, motivational speaker, author, and founder of “4th & Short.”

In this episode, we explore the concept of spiritual weapons within the body of Christ. Are these divine tools meant to be wielded actively in our everyday lives, or should they remain reserved for times of intense spiritual warfare?

What does it mean to see evidence of a true Christian? How does it manifest? How can we discern if it is genuine? Many profess to be Christians, yet looking at their lives beyond Sunday services may prompt us to question what being a Christian entails. True faith is more than just words.

Rodney’s passion to see God’s Kingdom manifest on this earth through the lives of transformed lovers of God who intentionally pursue transformation of their world.

In this episode, we dive deep into a question that sparks much debate: Should Christians engage in politics, run for office, or serve in governmental roles, or should they focus solely on their own spheres of influence?

Why does it often feel like revival is out of reach or even that it might never come? Join us as we dive into this critical topic and explore the reasons behind the apparent delay, as well as the hope and steps toward seeing revival come to life.

Why is it that so many born-again believers, followers of Jesus, find it challenging to embrace their identity as sons of God?

In this episode, we dive into Ryan’s brand-new book, Visionary Leadership. This powerful resource emphasizes the importance of staying true to the vision God has entrusted to you as a leader.

For twenty-two years, Scott lived a life as a career criminal with thirty-five arrests, eight felony convictions, and five prison sentences to his record. God has sent him back to the incarcerated population to show prisoners the way out.

In this message, Ryan details the importance of Restoring the Fire of God within our lives. Getting back to where God is first and we cultivate our First Love in all things.

In the late nineties, a deeper revelation of God through profound encounters with the Holy Spirit showed Alan his path forward, and Alan started a non-denominational, Spirit-filled church that would become New Life City.

In this message, Ryan shares a word of encouragement to remind you who you truly are and how The Father sees you!

Pastor Kerrick Butler II encourages us that the problems we face in the world today must be addressed by a Church that understands we are not merely mortal but supernaturally empowered by the Holy Spirit to conquer the Goliaths of our day.

This message is an in-depth understanding of how we were created to give PRAISE to the LORD, how PRAISE will equip us during our most difficult challenges, and how PRAISE is one of the greatest weapons that we can use against the enemy.

This message is an in-depth understanding of how we were created to give PRAISE to the LORD, how PRAISE will equip us during our most difficult challenges, and how PRAISE is one of the greatest weapons that we can use against the enemy.