As a Christian, former homeschooler :), who has done therapy and recovery, thank you for sharing, John, and helping to normalize the reality of our need. The 12 steps are what the gospel means, I have found.
The world is watching us Christians. We're sinners yet forgiven. We have received grace so we should extend grace. Thanks for your transparency John. Wally - make John a regular guest please!
@@bl1nk997 Shame on you! What kind of woman goes to a mans room, with extra clothes, drinks a bottle of vodka, REALLY?? then she puts the blame on him? No one was dragging anyone anywhere! At any time , anyone can walk away!! Tickets can be picked up at the venue, NEVER PUT YOURSELF IN A QUESTIONABLE POSITION. If you would go to a person's room for tickets , or anything else, your personal value is very low.
Always been a fan of John. Saw him live a few hours ago, and I just had to dig deeper into this guy! I admire his passion for what he does. We need more people like him. Also, he is a very talented comedian. highly recommend his show
John, just watched your interview from The Wally Show. So appreciated your transparency!! I really identified with your comment about if we could see people in their earlier years we’d have more grace & understanding for them. I have an unusual story of how watching Downton Abbey taught me this.... when my 86 yr. old mother-in-law moved in with us I began watching this show with her that she loves so much. Quickly I had my favorite characters, and the ones that I didn’t like or trust. Fast forward, my mother-in-law got me hooked on that show! So, one weekend I decided I wanted to see the previous seasons. I began with Session 1 and as I watched these episodes I became aware of why the characters that I didn’t like or didn’t trust behaved the way that I saw in the latter seasons. I saw the story behind their behavior! It was an aha moment for me. I felt God whispered to my heart this is what you do when you judge someone. You have no idea what their previous seasons look like! It was a huge stake in the ground moment for me and I reflect on it many times when I’m tempted to not think the best of someone because of their current behavior I’m seeing. Anyway, I thought you’d find it amusing that God used Downton Abbey to teach me this lesson! I pray all that you shared continues to wash over & refresh your heart!!!
Such a great interview!! Thanks for posting this! It's nice to see John Crist in a different light. I love that the importance of mental health was addressed. More of these, please!
I am so proud of the host and John for being so transparent about wellness! Congratulations on having awareness and a spiritual experience, yah! Welcome to the spiritual family...John I would treasure meeting you in person some day!
Watched him in Vegas just after this video is released. It's nice when celebs can be honest about their struggles and it's good to be reminded they're human, too. Thanks for making us laugh even when you are feeling down, John! You bring lots of joy and Jesus to so many people.
I've already tweeted John saying thanks, but i want to thank you all as well for this interview. God's been speaking to me about empathy & my thought patterns this week, and when i watched this interview it helped me consolidate some things i was processing. God bless you all. Watching from England! :)
watching this with a heavy heart.....praying for you John...we all make mstakes…..God loves and will forgive you. heaven knows I am no aint either....wish I could talk and help you bro. find peace through God
Love, love the transparency. I completely get what he was saying... People's pain, especially children's pain, should always be validated...not overlooked, not making them feel invisible. And be consistent. Don't encourage them to give voice to their hurts, then shoot it down as not so serious. Be Jesus with skin on. He's the greatest example of empathy. 💞
This was such an epic conversation!! I was homeschooled my whole elementary school so I find this conversation so relevant!! You guys are so great!! I love this show now and I love that John Crist is being real/raw and authentic! Thanks John Crist for showing up and bringing so much to our world!!
That was so awesome to see the down to earth John Crist! I LOVE THE DOWN TO EARTH JOHN!! I give him so much respect for sharing the soft and hurtful side of him! Bc I can relate to that so much from my childhood being an orphan immigrant from Korea! God Bless you John and thank you for making people laugh so much!!
Another thought...and I'm sure this isn't a new thought but what comes to my mind on stuff like this is, "Take your thoughts captive." But, it's so hard! I had to go to Celebrate Recovery to conquer my anger. Got lots of healing but yet still had some abandonment issues. Got prayed over for my adoption type issues and had more victory. But still I was so needy in some situations... then I found, "Exchange Ministry" where you ask God to you the lie you believe and then you renounce it and replace it with truth. Wow what a difference this has made. Prayers for healing for everyone in this boat. Many blessings to y'all. :)
Your words are so truthful. To look at our neighbors and show them love while looking up at Jesus, will ripple through. Some days we need a re-charge! - I still like southern sarcasm and laugh and laugh when someone gets it.
John, you have a very kind spirit. It shows! Thank you for making me laugh, but rest assured I am praying that God continues to hold you close, giving you His undivided attention.
John, it's not true that you won't be as successful once the healing happens You will be a truer version of yourself (right where God wants you) and will actually be more effective at anything that is God's best for you! There is great freedom ahead for you!
Found John through his collaborations with Trey Kennedy. Read up on him, and seeing what he's done, gone through, and lived....and seeing his honesty and transparency makes me respect and love him and support him all the more!
This is awesome! If we were all honest, we would admit that we have mental health issues. I have finally made peace with mine and know how to confront it when it rears it's ugly head. Another thing that was brought up, was to look at others as "what happened to make you this way". Something which God has been dealing with me this past year.
I just moved back to NE Ohio from Nashville 8 mths ago-I was blessed to go to the Living Centered program while still in TN. Onsite is amazing and difficult to put into words what you experience there-you really did it justice- I am trying to save up to experience Living Centered ll and more bacon of course! -Thank you John for your transparency today. I use humor to protect myself, and escape, however I have not been brave enough to share my comedy beyond my office space! I know you said you get in your head about the negative comments and the haters but I truly pray you find a way to keep pressing and keep pursuing the truth over man's opinion. You got me through some dark days recently and for what its worth-I can tell you put your heart & soul into all the jokes you write and sketches you bring to fruition. Thank you Wally & crew for bringing John on and giving him the space to pour out into others. Missing my Nashville peeps! Was good to watch this tonight! ❤ BTW Tim Hawkins& John together are a great combination-
Such a hilarious comedian I can’t get enough…I respect you even more now that I know you had a similar childhood that I’ve had…we basically raised ourselves.
I greatly enjoyed watching this video! Thank you John for sharing so transparently. Thank you Wally for hosting John and being willing to discuss vulnerable topics. This video challenged me to think about areas in my life where I could benefit from counseling and working through deep issues.
I absolutely loved this video. It’s so nice when you can relate to the artists.. when someone like him is brave enough to put aside the “comedian artist” and and open up about personal stuff, it makes the person even more Godly, more lovable... That’s the main reason why I love Way FM, ‘cause you guys don’t pretend to be perfect Godly people, you are human being like us with struggles. And we all can relate to you guys, and know that we are not alone. And sharing these experiences can help and confort others going through some very hard times. God bless every single one of you
John! I can't imagine anyone NOT liking you! But haters are gonna hate, I suppose! Know that your banter makes me laugh! I think you are absolutely darling and I love it that you are finding the success you have worked for. Sending you a super hug!
John Crist is the male version of me!! The story about people on the plane not doing anything... YES!!! What is wrong with them?! LOVED watching this! Thank you!
john crist is my favorite comedian of all time. clean humor that makes my chest hurt from laughing so hard. once, ok twice, i laughed so hard i farted from watching some of his skits! keep on keeping it real john.
For so long we have listened to the adversaries voice (remember he is the prince of the air) and thats our comfort zone even though we do not desire it. We must learn to listen to our Heavenly Fathers voice instead to find our true identity thus healing and wholeness.
It really is a known thing among therapists that comedy comes from pain and when comedians get well and resolve their anger they are not as funny. John is different because his early pain is now accompanied by The Holy Spirit. There is still a great deal of humor in our world. Thank God.
Thanks for letting us see another side of you, I think fame could actually destroy anyone! Glad u r taking care of yourself, your laughter is a blessing and contagious. What a gift u have been blessed with, keep running the race John!! Love in Christ
I don’t know about anyone else, but I’m just happy he mentioned Tim Hawkins 😅 I guess if it brings me joy... Yeah they for sure need to bring Tim on the podcast sometime!
John is such an awesome guy! Betty, Wally and Bekah, you are all awesome too! You should have the Anthem Lights guys on the show, that would be so much fun! Love u all!
Love John. ❤ But sadly, I heard he had some... _issues_ ....last year, so it's good that he was wise enough to know that something needed to be dug into and he got help for it. I hope & pray he's now better than ever, and the Lord blesses he and his act going forward! ❤
He's my comedian crush few days ago when i watched a facebook vid of him for the first time, then i started searching here on RUclips more of his vids and i realize i had a crush on his old look. I still like his laugh but I'm broken hearted to see he looks so tired and always sleepy now..
All those feelings are rooted in pride. I totally get it. It is a struggle. But to follow Christ you can't love to be liked or even let it get to you. Easier said than done but it's the truth.
This is great. I had similar experience in a 12 step Celebrate Recovery program where I had to face my own prejudice towards people i perceived as 'worse off' than me.
I really appreciated the depth, humor and rawness of the topics discussed. This was really interesting and thought provoking. Thank you so much for this. B
So it looks like he went into an intensive therapy program ... great discussion. I'm guessing these allegations came out as his year into next was blowing up. Too bad because we were really big fans.
John is transparent and I love it. I always admit to everyone I love and am addicted to social media. No one wants to admit it, but I do. No shame. I love it. It is what it is.
Every. Thing. He. Laughs. At. He is literally jokes about he has really done. So interesting to watch it and know what has come forward that he had been doing.
It breaks my heart when I think of him as a little guy, feeling hurt. We all have painful experiences that affect us as adults. Rather than being judgemental it should help us have empathy.
God's blessing, brother Life has its struggles, but God is faithful. God chose you to to go through this for others that are fighting similar battles. Thanks for sharing your story.
That was so interesting. I love john and watch everything I can of his. I’m happy to know he’s real and deals with stuff just like the rest of us. God bless him in every good way. I enjoyed your show for the first time now but intend to,follow. Enjoyed 👍🏻
"All of these people you meet seem like they're fine. In some ways, I hope that they're not, and their hearts are like mine" - NEEDTOBREATHE song "Wasteland" We all struggle in this world. Thank you for being honest about it.
John, this was an awesome interview/podcast. I've seen you perform in STL and you're amazing! The serious side of you is just as captivating and inspiring! I struggle with being from a big family and those childhood memories define/hurt/haunt me and well! Very cool you expressed yourself and shined a positive light on mental health! Thank you!!
Crist is so cool. Seems like a genuinely nice guy. I’m kind of surprised that he hasn’t dated in 10 years but I’m sure there’s someone perfect out there for him.
This interview is amazing. It sheds light on a topic that as Christians we do not like to address. We like to pretend that we don't have any issues because to admit them would make us less than we are.Or that we are not trusting God. We believe that therapy is only for the unsaved people. But that is not true. Thanks for bringing this into the open!!
I love John, and Wally I love you, I’ve been listening to you since WayFM took over our local Christian station years ago! 😂 However, I don’t know where you all are in your walks with the Lord, but it just sucks that John felt like he had to go outside the church to get some help. Like I believe local churches need to be better equipped to help folks in situations like this. Because I’ve had similar struggles as John, I was homeschooled and had major insecurities about being left out of things and such. However, Jesus tells us to cast our cares on Him, meaning whatever mess we’ve been through, lay at the cross, like Jesus is the God of peace and He wants us to surrender to Him and Scripture tells us how to do that. It’s perplexing to hear John say that people telling him to read the Bible got him in trouble. Like bro! It’s the Word of God which has the power to renew our minds! Like come on bro! The root of all of our issues is sin and just talking about sin doesn’t help us one bit.
God can use all sorts people in our lives - including non-Christians - to help us. It doesn't have to be a church per say. We're all human, we all have shortcomings. We shouldn't put certain groups - such as Christians - above others. It would be easier if things were black and white like that - Christians good, everyone else bad. But life's not that simple. That's why we keep our eyes on God - to give us that discernment and wisdom to help us make good choices in who/what is good for us and who/what isn't. Also, we're not all at the same point. I do believe the Bible is the only way to truly get to know God and to understand Him. But sometimes people aren't in the right mindset to be able to appreciate the Bible for what it is. God can see where they're at and help them grow so that one day, they can read the Bible and be improved by doing so. Right now John is talking about his struggles - that's great. I think discussing our personal battles with sin is a big part of repentance. It also encourages other people who are going through the same thing - and we all are, if we're honest with ourselves. To me, John seems like he is recognizing that things need to change in his life and in his outlook. That is great! The beginning of having a sincere, personal relationship with God is when we can see how low and hopeless we really are. If we don't realize we need help, we'll never go looking. Don't give up hope for John. God is in control and is doing more for John than any of us ever could.
Had no idea John had so much going on inside. Comedy masks a lot I guess. God is doing a great work in you, John. And He will also use you to minister to others. Praying for you.
I am reminded of something I grew up hearing: “Walk a mile in their shoes before you criticize and accuse.” If this could be lived out by everyone these days. Imagine!
Everything, every situation is about a choice, free will! When going on one of those "camps" lots of people think that they are cured. But the reality is: it's just the beginning. Imagine how hard it must be when you don't even have Jesus in your life. God our father ALWAYS makes a way! So happy for Crist and the fact that he is liquidating all that isn't from God. Keep on going sweetie!
As a Christian, former homeschooler :), who has done therapy and recovery, thank you for sharing, John, and helping to normalize the reality of our need. The 12 steps are what the gospel means, I have found.
The world is watching us Christians. We're sinners yet forgiven. We have received grace so we should extend grace.
Thanks for your transparency John.
Wally - make John a regular guest please!
grace is not a license for immorality.
We _WERE_ sinners, if you are still sinning you are still a sinner.
We are saints not sinners .
Sinners practice sin.
Saints practice righteousness my friend
i wouldn't invite him back
@@bl1nk997 Shame on you! What kind of woman goes to a mans room, with extra clothes, drinks a bottle of vodka, REALLY?? then she puts the blame on him? No one was dragging anyone anywhere! At any time , anyone can walk away!! Tickets can be picked up at the venue, NEVER PUT YOURSELF IN A QUESTIONABLE POSITION. If you
would go to a person's room for tickets , or anything else, your personal value is very low.
@@arthurwhite4714 i just wouldn't do it
Always been a fan of John. Saw him live a few hours ago, and I just had to dig deeper into this guy! I admire his passion for what he does. We need more people like him. Also, he is a very talented comedian. highly recommend his show
Thanks Jewel!
I’ve been reading Psalm 139 a lot lately
Something freeing about knowing God understands me even when I don’t understand me.
Amen. That is very true.
Best thing ever
Incredibly transparent ~ 🔥🤘🏼
New level of love & respect for John Crist!
John, just watched your interview from The Wally Show. So appreciated your transparency!! I really identified with your comment about if we could see people in their earlier years we’d have more grace & understanding for them. I have an unusual story of how watching Downton Abbey taught me this.... when my 86 yr. old mother-in-law moved in with us I began watching this show with her that she loves so much. Quickly I had my favorite characters, and the ones that I didn’t like or trust. Fast forward, my mother-in-law got me hooked on that show! So, one weekend I decided I wanted to see the previous seasons. I began with Session 1 and as I watched these episodes I became aware of why the characters that I didn’t like or didn’t trust behaved the way that I saw in the latter seasons. I saw the story behind their behavior! It was an aha moment for me. I felt God whispered to my heart this is what you do when you judge someone. You have no idea what their previous seasons look like! It was a huge stake in the ground moment for me and I reflect on it many times when I’m tempted to not think the best of someone because of their current behavior I’m seeing. Anyway, I thought you’d find it amusing that God used Downton Abbey to teach me this lesson! I pray all that you shared continues to wash over & refresh your heart!!!
Great art comes from great brokenness and also somehow by sharing it, becomes redeeming!
Such a great interview!! Thanks for posting this! It's nice to see John Crist in a different light. I love that the importance of mental health was addressed. More of these, please!
I am so proud of the host and John for being so transparent about wellness! Congratulations on having awareness and a spiritual experience, yah! Welcome to the spiritual family...John I would treasure meeting you in person some day!
"I'm pretty sure a kid named Jesus (Hay-soos) stole my bike" - John Crist
Anyone recognize that joke?
Lol, yeah, it's when he was doing the tweets thing with Tim Hawkins? The Mormons one cracked me up!
YYYUP
Some of his best comedy 😂😂
The only kid I knew growing up named that ended up killing someone
@@gypsierose3611 thanks for sharing 🙄
Watched him in Vegas just after this video is released. It's nice when celebs can be honest about their struggles and it's good to be reminded they're human, too. Thanks for making us laugh even when you are feeling down, John! You bring lots of joy and Jesus to so many people.
We definitely all struggle, regardless of "fame"!
Interesting. Especially in light of what has recently come to light with John. Pray for him.
You are so right. The library is our Disney Land!!😀😀
#homeschooler
Charity Mitchell same!
#Facts
I’m a homeschooler, Disney world is my Disney world
ZackAttack 2144 some of us moved from Florida :(
I've already tweeted John saying thanks, but i want to thank you all as well for this interview. God's been speaking to me about empathy & my thought patterns this week, and when i watched this interview it helped me consolidate some things i was processing. God bless you all. Watching from England! :)
watching this with a heavy heart.....praying for you John...we all make mstakes…..God loves and will forgive you. heaven knows I am no aint either....wish I could talk and help you bro. find peace through God
Those are great words. Thanks for sharing, Leonard.
He is so genuine and sincere!💜 Great analogy of: 6 and 9, both being right!👍
Love, love the transparency. I completely get what he was saying... People's pain, especially children's pain, should always be validated...not overlooked, not making them feel invisible. And be consistent. Don't encourage them to give voice to their hurts, then shoot it down as not so serious. Be Jesus with skin on. He's the greatest example of empathy. 💞
This was such an epic conversation!! I was homeschooled my whole elementary school so I find this conversation so relevant!! You guys are so great!! I love this show now and I love that John Crist is being real/raw and authentic! Thanks John Crist for showing up and bringing so much to our world!!
Awe, I ❤ listening to John Crist...he brings laughter to so many...he deserves that too...I'll be praying for him 🙏 He has a true gift 😇
That was so awesome to see the down to earth John Crist!
I LOVE THE DOWN TO EARTH JOHN!!
I give him so much respect for sharing the soft and hurtful side of him! Bc I can relate to that so much from my childhood being an orphan immigrant from Korea!
God Bless you John and thank you for making people laugh so much!!
Awe...John you're awesome! Don't let the hater's get to you!!
Another thought...and I'm sure this isn't a new thought but what comes to my mind on stuff like this is, "Take your thoughts captive." But, it's so hard! I had to go to Celebrate Recovery to conquer my anger. Got lots of healing but yet still had some abandonment issues. Got prayed over for my adoption type issues and had more victory. But still I was so needy in some situations... then I found, "Exchange Ministry" where you ask God to you the lie you believe and then you renounce it and replace it with truth. Wow what a difference this has made. Prayers for healing for everyone in this boat. Many blessings to y'all. :)
Your words are so truthful. To look at our neighbors and show them love while looking up at Jesus, will ripple through. Some days we need a re-charge! - I still like southern sarcasm and laugh and laugh when someone gets it.
Kay Burns 😬 bless yer hearrrrt.
This interview is AMAZING. Thank you all for being so real. John, I have so much respect for you!
Wally, God wants to heal you too! You are safe with Him!
John, you have a very kind spirit. It shows! Thank you for making me laugh, but rest assured I am praying that God continues to hold you close, giving you His undivided attention.
Whoa I feel attacked that joke about the library being a homeschooler’s Disney land that was a little bit too spot on 🤣🤣
The library was my air conditioning 😆
I just love hearing you John👍🏻👍🏻 not only do you crack me up but i think you are a pretty cool guy👍🏻. I will be praying for you🙏🏻❤️
John, it's not true that you won't be as successful once the healing happens You will be a truer version of yourself (right where God wants you) and will actually be more effective at anything that is God's best for you! There is great freedom ahead for you!
@Whenthestarssettle Thanks!
I agree. I think that is a complete lie.
I agree, that's a lie straight from the Deceiver.
Fantastic Comment! So true!
Great interview! Loved getting to know this John!
Great interview! Love to see all of you open up this way. All of you look fantastic in the video.
Thanks! We think this stuff is really important to talk about.
Found John through his collaborations with Trey Kennedy. Read up on him, and seeing what he's done, gone through, and lived....and seeing his honesty and transparency makes me respect and love him and support him all the more!
This is awesome! If we were all honest, we would admit that we have mental health issues. I have finally made peace with mine and know how to confront it when it rears it's ugly head.
Another thing that was brought up, was to look at others as "what happened to make you this way". Something which God has been dealing with me this past year.
Yes! John mentioned one of my favorite comics too, Sebastian Maniscalco. Right on! 😊
Yes, mine too! 😃👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Oh, geez. What does it say about me that I sobbed through like two minutes of this? I obviously need to go to camp.
I counted 3.987.564 "like" from John. A sign of maturity is the ability to speak without using "like"
I just moved back to NE Ohio from Nashville 8 mths ago-I was blessed to go to the Living Centered program while still in TN. Onsite is amazing and difficult to put into words what you experience there-you really did it justice- I am trying to save up to experience Living Centered ll and more bacon of course! -Thank you John for your transparency today. I use humor to protect myself, and escape, however I have not been brave enough to share my comedy beyond my office space! I know you said you get in your head about the negative comments and the haters but I truly pray you find a way to keep pressing and keep pursuing the truth over man's opinion. You got me through some dark days recently and for what its worth-I can tell you put your heart & soul into all the jokes you write and sketches you bring to fruition. Thank you Wally & crew for bringing John on and giving him the space to pour out into others. Missing my Nashville peeps! Was good to watch this tonight! ❤ BTW Tim Hawkins& John together are a great combination-
Such a hilarious comedian I can’t get enough…I respect you even more now that I know you had a similar childhood that I’ve had…we basically raised ourselves.
The funniest line is, "She stole the bike."
I greatly enjoyed watching this video! Thank you John for sharing so transparently. Thank you Wally for hosting John and being willing to discuss vulnerable topics. This video challenged me to think about areas in my life where I could benefit from counseling and working through deep issues.
That's awesome, Jennifer. I'm so glad you were able to get something from it.
Cracking up over the bit about people in the airport without headphones 😂😂😂 So true!!! Wrangle those thoughts 🤠🏇
So nice to hear people being honest about therapy in the media 😊
These are my favorite. Thanks for being open guys. You are definitely not alone.
John, just keep on rollin' man. We all screw up. You can't make a comeback until you've had a setback. Your fans love you. Rock on!
As a homeschool mom, I was kinda horrified by his 'bike stolen' story, but what he said about the library is so true for us, too!
At least it was his bike. Today it would be him getting kidnapped. Dont let your kids out of your sight. And pray much!
I absolutely loved this video. It’s so nice when you can relate to the artists.. when someone like him is brave enough to put aside the “comedian artist” and and open up about personal stuff, it makes the person even more Godly, more lovable... That’s the main reason why I love Way FM, ‘cause you guys don’t pretend to be perfect Godly people, you are human being like us with struggles. And we all can relate to you guys, and know that we are not alone. And sharing these experiences can help and confort others going through some very hard times. God bless every single one of you
John! I can't imagine anyone NOT liking you! But haters are gonna hate, I suppose! Know that your banter makes me laugh! I think you are absolutely darling and I love it that you are finding the success you have worked for. Sending you a super hug!
It's because success always brings haters. Doesn't matter if the successful person is the nicest person in the world.
John Crist is the male version of me!! The story about people on the plane not doing anything... YES!!! What is wrong with them?! LOVED watching this! Thank you!
john crist is my favorite comedian of all time. clean humor that makes my chest hurt from laughing so hard. once, ok twice, i laughed so hard i farted from watching some of his skits! keep on keeping it real john.
Dr. Phil is big on "On site" in TN. He sends ppl there a lot.
1. I really needed to hear a lot of what John had to say. 2. I think I may need therapy camp. 😂
I think we ALL need therapy at some point in life. There's nothing wrong with going to the doctor! :)
For so long we have listened to the adversaries voice (remember he is the prince of the air) and thats our comfort zone even though we do not desire it.
We must learn to listen to our Heavenly Fathers voice instead to find our true identity thus healing and wholeness.
It really is a known thing among therapists that comedy comes from pain and when comedians get well and resolve their anger they are not as funny. John is different because his early pain is now accompanied by The Holy Spirit. There is still a great deal of humor in our world. Thank God.
John Crist reminds me SO MUCH of my brother. Very chill!
Thanks for letting us see another side of you, I think fame could actually destroy anyone! Glad u r taking care of yourself, your laughter is a blessing and contagious. What a gift u have been blessed with, keep running the race John!! Love in Christ
I don’t know about anyone else, but I’m just happy he mentioned Tim Hawkins 😅 I guess if it brings me joy... Yeah they for sure need to bring Tim on the podcast sometime!
We should! We've never had Tim in.
Please do!! I NEED to see Wally and Tim together!
Wally Show I’ve seen the best comedians (Regan, Gaffigan, etc) and Tim is just as funny and puts on just as good of a show, plus the musical talent...
John is such an awesome guy! Betty, Wally and Bekah, you are all awesome too! You should have the Anthem Lights guys on the show, that would be so much fun! Love u all!
This is going to be a wonderful interview I am going to have to catch the replay I will be at Bible study.
Love John. ❤ But sadly, I heard he had some... _issues_ ....last year, so it's good that he was wise enough to know that something needed to be dug into and he got help for it. I hope & pray he's now better than ever, and the Lord blesses he and his act going forward! ❤
He's my comedian crush few days ago when i watched a facebook vid of him for the first time, then i started searching here on RUclips more of his vids and i realize i had a crush on his old look. I still like his laugh but I'm broken hearted to see he looks so tired and always sleepy now..
This was awesome! John you are one of a kind for sure!
I second the going out to dinner with someone from the opposite side before protesting stuff. I've done a handful of times and it's great
All those feelings are rooted in pride. I totally get it. It is a struggle. But to follow Christ you can't love to be liked or even let it get to you. Easier said than done but it's the truth.
This is great. I had similar experience in a 12 step Celebrate Recovery program where I had to face my own prejudice towards people i perceived as 'worse off' than me.
I really appreciated the depth, humor and rawness of the topics discussed. This was really interesting and thought provoking. Thank you so much for this. B
I loved this so much!
This conversation is making alot of sense giving the recent allegations against John
That's facts.
Yeah... He was reaching out for help right in front of us and felt stuck in his pain with what he was doing. Tough 😢
So it looks like he went into an intensive therapy program ... great discussion. I'm guessing these allegations came out as his year into next was blowing up. Too bad because we were really big fans.
prayers for him
Dan Automation_Man except he admitted to the allegations and publicly apologized.
Amazing conversation! I'm glad he sought help and is moving on with his healing. I pray the best for him!
John is transparent and I love it. I always admit to everyone I love and am addicted to social media. No one wants to admit it, but I do. No shame. I love it. It is what it is.
Appreciate John sharing. Glad he could manage the loudish banter while being reflective/open.
Every. Thing. He. Laughs. At. He is literally jokes about he has really done. So interesting to watch it and know what has come forward that he had been doing.
I love the Wally show and John Crist
It breaks my heart when I think of him as a little guy, feeling hurt. We all have painful experiences that affect us as adults. Rather than being judgemental it should help us have empathy.
Can we get Wally his participation award?
I shouldn’t be laughing at this but I am because truth
God's blessing, brother
Life has its struggles, but God is faithful. God chose you to to go through this for others that are fighting similar battles. Thanks for sharing your story.
Eeeek. I am watching this TANITE. im talking snacks, soda, comfy clothes, on the couch like it's a blockbuster. I am making a thing out of this!
Love it!
Love this, Valerie! Hope you enjoyed!!
Yeah, don't Ever ask me to babysit after that 💯
Love John Crist he seems like a great person...
That was so interesting. I love john and watch everything I can of his. I’m happy to know he’s real and deals with stuff just like the rest of us. God bless him in every good way. I enjoyed your show for the first time now but intend to,follow. Enjoyed 👍🏻
"All of these people you meet seem like they're fine. In some ways, I hope that they're not, and their hearts are like mine" - NEEDTOBREATHE song "Wasteland" We all struggle in this world. Thank you for being honest about it.
Beauty from ashes. That's how God does it !!!
Oh and for the record, getting better doesn’t make you less good at your job. The talent is there. It just won’t hurt as much.
yeah!! I was thinking that. The talent remains but your mind and heart will just feel better now.
John, this was an awesome interview/podcast. I've seen you perform in STL and you're amazing! The serious side of you is just as captivating and inspiring! I struggle with being from a big family and those childhood memories define/hurt/haunt me and well! Very cool you expressed yourself and shined a positive light on mental health! Thank you!!
Onsite rocks! Been twice! Go!
Crist is so cool. Seems like a genuinely nice guy. I’m kind of surprised that he hasn’t dated in 10 years but I’m sure there’s someone perfect out there for him.
This interview is amazing. It sheds light on a topic that as Christians we do not like to address. We like to pretend that we don't have any issues because to admit them would make us less than we are.Or that we are not trusting God. We believe that therapy is only for the unsaved people. But that is not true. Thanks for bringing this into the open!!
Completely agree, Laurie!
Dude, I am SO the same about negative comments. A million positive comments can be negated by one negative.
One of the reasons that I love going hunting is that my phone doesn't work out there...
I love John, and Wally I love you, I’ve been listening to you since WayFM took over our local Christian station years ago! 😂 However, I don’t know where you all are in your walks with the Lord, but it just sucks that John felt like he had to go outside the church to get some help. Like I believe local churches need to be better equipped to help folks in situations like this. Because I’ve had similar struggles as John, I was homeschooled and had major insecurities about being left out of things and such. However, Jesus tells us to cast our cares on Him, meaning whatever mess we’ve been through, lay at the cross, like Jesus is the God of peace and He wants us to surrender to Him and Scripture tells us how to do that. It’s perplexing to hear John say that people telling him to read the Bible got him in trouble. Like bro! It’s the Word of God which has the power to renew our minds! Like come on bro! The root of all of our issues is sin and just talking about sin doesn’t help us one bit.
Sometimes a psychologist helps more...just make sure they are saved. But everyone one needs to turn to God first and than church and anything else.
God can use all sorts people in our lives - including non-Christians - to help us. It doesn't have to be a church per say. We're all human, we all have shortcomings. We shouldn't put certain groups - such as Christians - above others. It would be easier if things were black and white like that - Christians good, everyone else bad. But life's not that simple. That's why we keep our eyes on God - to give us that discernment and wisdom to help us make good choices in who/what is good for us and who/what isn't. Also, we're not all at the same point. I do believe the Bible is the only way to truly get to know God and to understand Him. But sometimes people aren't in the right mindset to be able to appreciate the Bible for what it is. God can see where they're at and help them grow so that one day, they can read the Bible and be improved by doing so. Right now John is talking about his struggles - that's great. I think discussing our personal battles with sin is a big part of repentance. It also encourages other people who are going through the same thing - and we all are, if we're honest with ourselves. To me, John seems like he is recognizing that things need to change in his life and in his outlook. That is great! The beginning of having a sincere, personal relationship with God is when we can see how low and hopeless we really are. If we don't realize we need help, we'll never go looking. Don't give up hope for John. God is in control and is doing more for John than any of us ever could.
Had no idea John had so much going on inside. Comedy masks a lot I guess. God is doing a great work in you, John. And He will also use you to minister to others. Praying for you.
I am reminded of something I grew up hearing: “Walk a mile in their shoes before you criticize and accuse.” If this could be lived out by everyone these days. Imagine!
Can we get like, an hour of yall playing games with guests? That was highly entertaining!
This was amazing
16:89 in and I just realized that was a manikin, lmbo
~Watching a famous person's biographical movie gives this same empathetic insight into who they are, too~
I LOVE John Crist. Why does he always look so hung over?
I can see that. I thought the same. But it's probably just for the fact hes always on the go traveling
Lack of sleep affects your body in a big way.
Sleep deprived
He said,"I wake up at 2am to write a joke". He is all in to what he performs....
Everything, every situation is about a choice, free will! When going on one of those "camps" lots of people think that they are cured. But the reality is: it's just the beginning. Imagine how hard it must be when you don't even have Jesus in your life. God our father ALWAYS makes a way! So happy for Crist and the fact that he is liquidating all that isn't from God. Keep on going sweetie!
Great interview. Also, everyone has such great hair in the video, even Wally 😂
Ha! Thanks.
John Christ 😂😂😂
I hope that he's doing better and recovering