By OBBM Network Editorial Staff

Derived from an episode of Get on The Ark.

What compels a retired Army veteran who once sang on the country charts to describe his life as a “blueprint for the most biblical, historical, monumental operation known to mankind”? Derek Johnson’s narrative, shared with host Darren Brett Conrad on Get on The Ark, blends personal loss, deep‑rooted family heritage, and a conviction that America stands at a spiritual crossroads.

A Heritage of Service and Sovereignty

Johnson grew up in a “typical Southern family” steeped in military tradition. He recounts that his father, who died in May, was a member of the very first Special Operations Command created by President John F. Kennedy in the Air Force. Johnson also traces his lineage back to early colonial leadership, noting “two queens in my dad’s lineage” and a connection to “the very first governor of Maryland when it was a proprietary ship.” These ancestral links, he says, fostered a lifelong fascination with history, graveyards dating to the 1700s, and a sense of duty passed down through generations.

“My family always had to pass it down, pay it forward,” Johnson explained, echoing the Reagan‑era belief that each generation must safeguard liberty for the next. This ethos propelled him from a Southern upbringing to a brief stint in Nashville’s country‑music scene before re‑entering military service.

From the Battlefield to the Spiritual Frontline

After leaving active duty, Johnson says he was approached by senior generals—names like General Blaine Holt were mentioned—who urged him to return to service in a capacity that extended beyond conventional combat. “Generals are one step from the President, right? They’re under a whole different plan,” he asserted, emphasizing the weight of the oath he swore as a soldier and how it continues to bind him even in retirement.

Johnson describes a pivotal moment in an Alabama church where, surrounded by about 150 congregants, an 84‑year‑old Marine veteran asked him the “most difficult questions” about the nation’s hidden continuity government. Johnson answered “by law,” and the veteran’s reaction—”It’s happening”—underscored the gravity Johnson feels about the covert structures he believes are in place to protect the country.

Connecting the Dots: Trump, the Constitution, and Irregular Warfare

Johnson links his observations to the Trump administration’s public statements, noting that President Trump’s 2016 campaign rhetoric foreshadowed what Johnson now calls “a special application of military law” that many veterans remain unaware of. He argues that understanding “irregular warfare, unconventional warfare, the UCMJ, and the Law of War Manual” is essential for citizens to recognize the true nature of the current “spiritual war” and “cyber war” that shape public discourse.

“I’ve been accused of everything he’s been accused of,” Johnson said, drawing a parallel between his own scrutiny and the challenges faced by President Trump. He stresses that this shared experience reflects a broader cultural battle: “the deep state isn’t even operating what President Trump is saying is just for the general public.” Johnson’s perspective positions the administration’s policies as a defensive bulwark against hidden forces.

The Role of Faith and Community in a Time of Turmoil

The conversation repeatedly returns to the idea that God is orchestrating a deliverance akin to Noah’s Ark. Johnson describes his mission as urging believers to “strengthen themselves” and to recognize that “the evil out there, the darkness, the light shining on the darkness” is a spiritual battlefield. He emphasizes that veterans, clergy, and everyday citizens must unite under a common purpose: preserving constitutional liberty and spiritual integrity.

He recounts a June 2022 meeting where a mentor urged him to make his documents “a blueprint for people to sink their Ark”—a metaphorical call to gather the faithful and protect them from the looming flood of societal decay. Johnson’s first live broadcast on August 24, 2022, went “globally viral,” marking the moment he felt prepared to fulfill that divine assignment.

Why Johnson’s Story Matters Today

Johnson’s narrative is more than a personal testimony; it reflects a growing sentiment among veterans and faith‑based communities that America is at a crossroads. By intertwining historical lineage, military insight, and spiritual conviction, he offers a framework for citizens to understand the stakes of today’s political and cultural battles.

For listeners, the takeaway is clear: the preservation of liberty requires both vigilance in the civic arena and a steadfast commitment to faith. As Johnson puts it, “We are in a spiritual war, the cyber war, and the information war,” and only a united, God‑centered populace can navigate the challenges ahead.

The full episode of Get on The Ark is available on OBBM Network TV.