For years, millions have tuned in to hear Joe Rogan discuss politics, culture, science and much more with his wide array of guests.
Increasingly, they are also hearing him talk about something else: Jesus Christ.
Rogan’s latest comments about Christianity were highlighted on The Benny Johnson Show, where commentator Benny Johnson reacted to the podcaster’s growing interest in the faith and his continued attendance at church.
Johnson said Rogan’s latest remarks are not an isolated moment but part of a broader pattern. Over the past several years Rogan has returned again and again to the teachings of Jesus Christ, speaking about the moral clarity of the Gospel and the impact of Christian communities on his life.
“Don’t ever be a doomer. Things are actually looking up depending on where you’re looking,” Johnson said. “Fear not is said in the Bible 365 times. That’s once per day you are told to chill out. But God’s got this.”
Rogan Says Jesus’ Teachings Are Flawless
In the viral clip, Rogan once again expressed admiration for the teachings of Jesus, saying he finds them impossible to fault.
“I’m absolutely fascinated by the story of Jesus Christ,” Rogan said. “If you wanted to come up with a way that people would live that would absolutely be far more beneficial than just going on natural instincts and tribal behavior, you would follow Jesus’ teachings.”
He went even further in his praise.
“There’s like, I can’t find a flaw in the way he tells you to live life,” Rogan said.
Rogan contrasted Christianity’s emphasis on forgiveness and compassion with religious systems that allow harsh treatment of outsiders.
“There’s none of that in Christianity,” he said. “It’s all forgiveness. It’s all treating your brother and your neighbor as if they are you. It’s a beautiful way to live life.”
Order Travis Johnson’s New Book, “[Un]Embarrassed” on Amazon.com!
Rogan Has Been Attending Church for Years
Rogan also confirmed that attending church has been a regular part of his life for several years.
“Well, I go to church and I have been for quite a while,” he said.
Asked how long he has been attending, Rogan clarified that it has been ongoing for “the last three or four years.”
He described the Christians he meets there as extraordinarily kind.
“The people that I go to church with are the most polite people I’ve ever met in my life,” Rogan said. “They’re so kind and so nice.”
He even joked about how that kindness shows up in everyday situations.
“When you leave the church parking lot, everybody lets you go in front of them,” Rogan said. “They’re the nicest [_______] people you’ll ever meet.”
For Rogan, those experiences reinforce the practical value of Christian teaching.
“It works,” he said.
Still Wrestling With the Supernatural
While Rogan has spoken positively about the moral teachings of Jesus on multiple occasions, he has also been candid that he is still wrestling with some of the supernatural claims in the Bible.
When asked directly whether he considers himself a Christian, Rogan said he is still exploring.
“Well, because I don’t know,” he said. “I think it’s very interesting and I do believe that if you follow the teachings of Jesus Christ you will live a better life.”
Rogan also discussed his fascination with biblical passages such as the prophetic imagery in the book of Ezekiel, including the mysterious “wheel within a wheel.”
Those passages, he said, raise questions about what ancient witnesses may have experienced.
Johnson said Rogan’s repeated discussions about Jesus suggest an ongoing spiritual search.
“It’s been neat following Joe Rogan’s faith tradition and Christian exploration and good faith journey toward Christendom,” Johnson said.
Signs of a Cultural Shift
Johnson also pointed to what he believes is a broader cultural movement that mirrors Rogan’s growing interest.
“Young people are realizing that in an ever chaotic world they’re converting to Catholicism and Christianity in mass,” Johnson said.
He said many young men are exploring various forms of Christianity, such as Orthodoxy, while Bible sales in places like the United Kingdom are reportedly reaching record levels.
Something significant is happening, Johnson said, as more people begin asking deeper spiritual questions.
The Message of Christ Still Draws the World
Rogan’s reflections highlight something that is foundational to the Christian faith. The message of Jesus continues to captivate even those who did not grow up inside the Church.
Rogan himself acknowledged the power of those teachings.
“I do believe that if you follow the teachings of Jesus Christ you will live a better life,” he said.
With Rogan’s enormous audience, those words are now reaching millions who may never otherwise hear a public figure speak positively about Christ.
Pray for Joe Rogan
Rogan’s journey clearly continues. His admiration for Jesus is growing. His church attendance is ongoing. His curiosity about the Bible is increasing.
We should see moments like this as encouragement.
God often begins drawing people long before they fully understand what He is doing.
Our response to this saga is simple.
Pray for him.
Pray that Joe Rogan’s admiration for Jesus will become genuine faith. Pray that his curiosity about Scripture will lead him to truth. And pray that one day soon he will cross the line from exploration to conviction and accept Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior.
To watch the full video, click here (Editor’s Note: mild language).
James Lasher, a seasoned writer and editor at Charisma Media, combines faith and storytelling with a background in journalism from Otterbein University and ministry experience in Guatemala and the LA Dream Center. A Marine Corps and Air Force veteran, he is the author of The Revelation of Jesus: A Common Man’s Commentary and a contributor to Charisma magazine. For interviews and media inquiries, please contact [email protected].
