Preparing and Protecting Your Homestead | John Lovell of The Warrior Poet Society

If you are paying attention to current events, you know how important it is to prepare your home and family for an uncertain future. In this episode, John shares why it is also equally important to protect what you have prepared. We dive into why and how to prepare, where faith meets preparation, choosing your community wisely, and more. If you are feeling compelled to ready your family for the coming times, let this conversation inspire and guide you as you take your next steps.
In this episode, we cover:
- How John’s desire for freedom brought him to homesteading
- How John is helping men access both the lion and the lamb mentality
- Why it is important to secure your homestead for the future
- What signs to look for as the world begins to experience bad times
- Is preparing for hard times rooted in a lack of faith?
- Answering the most common question John gets about securing your home
- The role of building community in light of protecting your homestead
- Where to start if you want to learn from The Warrior Poet Society
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ABOUT JOHN
John Lovell is a best-selling author and the Founder of the Warrior Poet Society - a values-based community dedicated to physical protection, the pursuit of truth, and living for higher purpose. His message has garnered over 100 million views across social media and streaming platforms. John is a former war veteran and Special Operations soldier, having served in 2nd Ranger Battalion. After his military service, he served as a Christian missionary in Central America full-time. Today he is a video content creator, public speaker, firearms trainer, and homesteader. John lives on a small farm in Georgia with his wife and two sons.
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[@WarriorPoetSociety]

thanks for having me on the show!

[@greatwolftactical1793]

Need to get you on the 2 Be Better Podcast

[@S.F.G.JOHN.316]

Me and my wife follow because of you

[@bthemedia]

Great video to share with WPSN fans about homesteading values and reasons for freedom from tyranny

[@TheDenny62]

We call it chicken TV.

[@aaronfox5559]

Love all the work you do John! I don’t believe that about America. The British ran the world for a bit an they were just passed by America. I understand Rome fell but honestly don’t believe that will be americas fate, if anything we will be passed by the China or the NWO (rich people)

[@RBLX4DDY]

My favorite quote "Hard times bring strong men, Strong men bring easy times, Easy times brings weak men, Weak men bring hard times"...... This is a perpetual cycle... No words are more true!!

[@Okradokra]

It's called the fremen mirage and it's from Frank Herbert's Dune series (SciFi). It's been demonstrated to be false throughout history

[@RBLX4DDY]

Quite from a novel does not mean it does not hold true. Lol, and how has it been proven false throughout history, give me one example where weak men have brought good times and then an example of how strong men have brought hard times.. America would have never existed without strong men standing up saying enough is enough and having the courage to fight for what right. America has a weak frail man leading the face of our country now and how is that working out for us? Basically your saying strong men like John cause hard times and the pantywaste politicians who never struggled a day in their life suggesting how we should live are the ones we should aspire to be like…

[@Crystal-iy4si]

​@@Okradokra I don't see how

[@LuckyLambikins]

I thank God for making it clear that the time is now to leave. We left a metro area 2 years ago. It cost a lot, but I am so glad we did. We’ve already seen good things for my kids, my wife, and me. I hope this nation repents tomorrow morning, the economy goes great, and all our enemies trip over their own feet. I’d still be glad to be out here homesteading. …but it’s not looking that way, and I’m so grateful to God and our friends for all we have now.

[@shanobi3890]

As a Veteran, I agree 100% with both of you! I have a Military background and have been deployed around the World. With that said: “It is better to have and not Need. Than to Need and Not Have!” Be Prepared, so you don’t have to get Prepared! Do not rely up on your Enemies not coming but have ways of Dealing with them when they do come! This Applies for Earthquakes, Tornadoes, People, Inflation, Famine, Etc. Hooah

[@OutlandStation]

"It's the Indian, not the arrow" - "One weapon, any tool." Semper, Fi, John! Outstanding talk (as always).

[@buddysampley8326]

God has led us to be self sufficient 4 years ago. Since that time He has put people in our lives with skills that we don't have. Im now processing meat for hunters and other homesteaders. God has put this together as we follow Him.

[@lambertmt]

This is the pattern the Lord is using in pockets all over the place. He is building refuges. Rod Dreher's Benedict Option is an awesome book on this.

[@taxesarefun]

Same here. I felt the move of His Spirit and started from scratch. We have a number of defensive measures planned should the need arise. I will not go quietly into the night.

[@ajcsonsforge6370]

11:05 easiest way to put it. If you cant protect you're stuff you're basically just holding it for the next group

[@ricksmith5315]

Kinda funny I watch homestead videos and also watched WPS and now they are all in one.😂😂

[@hoovesandharvesthomestead4982]

Love John Lovell! Not only is he so informational but he is witty too. Thank you for doing this podcast.

[@denisewilson8367]

There are so many passive ways to protect your homestead & family. But there are times where/when you must be more aggressive and stand between your farm/family and the outsiders who want what you have. Be it your food, housing, or your family members or money. Be watchful, informed, and ready at all times.

[@annabruce9962]

This is a very important topic and I'm very glad it's being addressed. Even centuries ago our ancestors had to think about security. Most of the world has to worry about dealing with marauders. Human nature doesn't change.

[@jakebredthauer5100]

South Africa is really bad now for the Whites who live in the country. The used electric fence, dogs and security zones. I don't recall what I was told about firearms.

[@davidbeeman2863]

Praise God for your fine efforts to bring HomeInsteaders together.

[@marcielynn4886]

Off the grid here for 22 years in Hawaii. I use a .22 rifle and a Winchester Defender. All I need. The 22 is for hunting and the Winchester is for home defense.

[@floydcroucher3676]

Been waiting on this episode! John is how I found out about HOA. We need to be more mindful of protection and provision.

[@georgehubbs1747]

Great video! I've been watching Pastor Mark Driscoll, and he says that 'evil won't ever stop itself'. Good men must stop evil in its tracks. Take heed in what John is saying. We all want to believe in the goodness of people, but sadly, that is just not how it works. The way I see it, we act like valves. We either let good or evil pass through. What we contribute is choice, so choose wisely!! God bless you both and thanks for the show!

[@griftinggamer]

HoA is a really unfortunate abbreviation. What a video, how wonderful

[@JasonBarnett-YTisantiWest]

Agreed they need to rebrand

[@spoolsandbobbins]

I love, love, love your videos! So helpful!! We’re 3 years in to homesteading, huge gardens, orchard, sheep, chickens, rabbits and soon to be cows. It’s super challenging but the way to go! Prayers and love from Nova Scotia, 🇨🇦.

[@AlmostHomestead]

This was really great. John is a standup guy and a good example of a strong man.

[@madeleinejohnston4790]

ALMIGHTY GOD BLESS AND HAVE GREAT MERCY ON YOU AND YOURS ALWAYS, IN THE PRECIOUS NAME OF JESUS CHRIST, OUR LORD AND SAVIOUR , AMEN

[@babyroot3479]

Excellent podcast and happy to share ! If anything, CVD taught us, we're not as "free" as we might have thought. We all have to put ourselves into a position to be less vulnerable. We are not owned property of the federal government or corporation.

[@davidbooher5559]

I’m stacking toilet paper 🧻 as I listen to this. We are definitely most fragile.

[@wannabecarguy]

I've watching this hiker explore the canyons of the south west. He documents the structures of indigenous people from 900 years ago. History repeats and we should understand how they survived.

[@yaelri1430]

love John views and his belief system Good to hear Bible believers homesteading

[@sacredmommyhood]

Wow! Incredible episode, and a lot to ponder. I was not familiar with John before watching this. My husband and my boys will love watching him.

[@davewattles7237]

Sir; you have presented the sharp needle of reality to several balloons of my own self delusion... Uncomfortable, but needed. And headed.

[@user-ed7to3mi3r]

No doubt 100% John's on your side need more just like that guy

[@whataboutjesus425]

warrior poet doing great things in many different circles!

[@1ooAcreWoods]

Homesteading is amazing. However, it does add work to your life. Influencers/KZbinrs can make it look easier than it is. Animals and crops need attention when they need it. There is no "off the clock". My wife wanted every animal in Noah's ark. I already had cows, so I agreed to add chickens. Then I made a garden for her to tend. all with 3 boys under 5. Quickly she realized there is a "rule" people don't talk about. Time management/efficiency. You can't do everything. You must determine your priorities and focus on that.

[@SteelWolf13]

Cameras, motion sensors that report to a central location checkable from anywhere and a multi layer ring of defense.

[@elizabethjohnson475]

Right?! Your title about protecting your homestead is what grabbed my attention to watch this!! Thanks so much. God Bless!

[@andym1594]

"Good fences make for good neighbors." Ben Franklin "Name a shrub after me. Something prickly and hard to eradicate" - Master and Commander

[@willbass2869]

ROBERT FROST ....The phrase "good fences make good neighbors" is attributed to Robert Frost, a renowned American poet. It is prominently featured in his poem "Mending Wall," (1914)

[@DREWlanning]

Awesome podcast, someone is getting me John's book for Christmas and I'm getting amped for it!

[@viewsandreviews180]

Homesteaders of America is the best HOA I’ve heard of (not like home owners association). Thank you for your content.

[@pennytompkins4020]

Love your philosophy and passion. Thank you!

[@everydayman3497]

New to homesteading and security. Love videos like this. This type of knowledge, from a perceivable extreme side, is an absolute must. Love everything John has posted and have followed WPS for years.

[@annabruce9962]

Along the lines of security it would be great if the topic of fencing Gates controlling access to your property and your home. Plus the use of camera security livestock and buildings. These are the other side of security.

[@davidbooher5559]

It’s nearly 3:00am here in southwest Georgia and the precious Utube algorithm did me a solid. Love this interview! Already subbed to John’s podcasts. Instantly subbed to your podcast as well. What a wealth of necessary information!! 💪👍

[@calibremx]

Greetings from Mexico, really getting into the homestead culture after also living in an urban area.

[@durgan5668]

1896: The only barrier between us and anarchy is the last nine meals we’ve had. (Alfred Henry Lewis) (however, the quote has been picked up, slightly altered and entered the canon, so it's hard to trace the origins to be sure.)

[@davidbooher5559]

Brilliant quote.

[@jacobkoder4903]

"I am a mobile safe space.". Love it!

[@rustyshackleford9017]

tiered system for me. hardwired cameras, gates, remote trail cams for unviewable areas on the property. Early warning through our doggos. Are we protecting ourselves from a natural disaster? Or chickens against a coyote? Something on two legs while police are 30min away? Is the family home, or out and about? Does someone in the community need help? So many questions roll into security its good to have a broad base.

[@dukebeach1]

Everyone should have at least one piece of night vision optics even if it’s a monocular. It’s about $1,000 to get into the game. It’s a force multiplier. You will need a community to survive. Find your people and plan. Find people that have skills that you don’t.

[@juliabrown5948]

So many at that price point seem like a scam... Or shoddy at the least. Any tips or names that look good?

[@dukebeach1]

@@juliabrown5948 It’s an expensive endeavor for sure. I think as far as thermal monoculars go AGM is a pretty decent product but I have no first hand experience. Maybe $1,200- $1,500.

[@northupupgrages09]

EAST TENNESSEE USA 🇺🇸 ♥️

[@jdc1978]

Warrior Poet is 🔥

[@raymurray2598]

John speaks so eloquently and so intelligent. If I could I would choose him to share a foxhole with. But I realize that is not possible- so instead I am preparing and my foxholes will be filled with family and friends I trust.

[@paemtff9412]

Wonderful episode. 🎉

[@inthewoods3237]

Now that’s a man we all should look up to

[@holeinmind]

I used to not have a very high opinion of Mr Lovell. But, between this interview, his behavior at this years Gunddies, and a few other speeches he has made, he has proven himself to be a class act.

[@donjohn1620]

You should find his sermons. He truly is a good man.

[@ncd7184]

Curious what initially had you think not very highly of him?

[@holeinmind]

@@ncd7184 One was his video acceptance speech from the first Gundies that I watched. He was in Africa, and his attitude and the way he talked to the guys with him really rubbed me the wrong way. Another is the fact his gear always cost so much, and it seemed like he was over charging just for his little stamp to be on it. This seems to be an issue that has been corrected though. And part of it also felt like he was using "faith" as a marketing tool. These days I just feel like I was wrong about all of it. But, just like eating an underripe fruit once, still kinda leery about every future one I try.

[@ncd7184]

@@holeinmind gotcha. Thanks for sharing. No issue with anything you said. We only see snapshots of people’s lives. Need more to really evaluate a person’s character

[@igaraider]

need more homesteaders with whats going on with politics

[@jakebredthauer5100]

I noticed off grid with Doug and Stacy have switched to politics.

[@jabblesowen4583]

Just discovered y’all today Loved everything that I just heard. Thank you!!!!

[@michaelwesten8787]

Good stuff! Very true, and very relavent!

[@Mikha335]

I really loved this! Thankyou for sharing!

[@LoveGrowLiveFree]

Excellent interview!

[@Livefreeordi]

Excellent topic great guest!!

[@maureenparran8918]

Excellent interview, thank you

[@larrybird2892]

Thank you for sharing

[@sheran6819]

So true. Thank you for this video.

[@kristyholman351]

Such a great video! I was just beginning to hear of John and now I want to learn more about what he teaches.

[@larrybird2892]

Thanks for sharing

[@shadowmenops]

I loved the book by John!

[@killjoyredux8361]

Thank you

[@marcus3457]

Thank you so much. I will need to look him up. This was great information.

[@PavlovsBob]

Outstanding

[@eloisebush4595]

When 9-11 hit,we all left our job at break time & went to the gas station to fill our cars with gss.there was a line up of cars for 2 blocks to fill up.crazy.😮😮😮😮😮

[@reesewhitt5495]

I so appreciate this video. Thank you for sharing with us. A great prospective.

[@HalfPint75]

John is good people! 🇺🇸💪

[@arthurquintana1345]

Great video! Glad I found your channel.

[@TylerSmith-ce8mk]

John is the best

[@TennGrizz]

Outstanding content, Semper Fidelis Bible , ⚔️ & Plow

[@auntbarbara5576]

Great episode & guest, we love WPS channel as well. We found this discussion most edifying 👌🏼🙏🏽

[@prayerwarrior874]

Just found your channel, loved this interview. Subscribed..🙏

[@Livingwomanonarkansas1]

Great video. I subscribed and look forward to learning more. And Shawn, I am a Lovell too. My mom’s side of the family…

[@addiroids]

Good stuff dude!

[@funutube5537]

Just found you. Love to find this educational podcast. I shared you and will follow

[@exodustwelve2044]

78k views 57k subs 3.5 thumbs up....hmmm weird YT throttling... great video TY

[@NIGHTMARERICA]

You gained a fellow ranchsteader within your first few sentences.

[@kanenjames8503]

Proverbs 22:3 a prudent man forseeth the evil and hideth himself, but the simple pass on and are punished

[@spacecoyote6646]

What verse in the Bible says "and they shall beat their plowshares into swords"?

[@jakebredthauer5100]

​@@spacecoyote6646 Space Coyote, you sound like a space coyote.

[@woodsghost9088]

A minor pushback I have towards John: before we embrace Security, we need to have something worth Defending. But most of us feel we have something worth Defending, so its a minor point. Great point from John that before we would buy anything, we must know our CONTEXT. And when we buy tools, we need training in how to use those tools. Or go earn the experience. But its usually cheaper to pay someone else than spend the hours and money to learn in the school of hard knocks.

[@tannermeade]

Security is the most important. What you secure is the most valuable. And the level of security ought to match the value you protect. The 1st & 2nd amendment example is a great example. 1st is the first because it shows us where value comes from. It’s the poetic gem we must secure.

[@robertp8247]

You already have your life, and the lives of those important to you to protect. That should be a sufficient starting point.

[@johnnyrepovich3736]

🔥⚡🙏🇺🇸JOHN LOVELL🇺🇸🙏⚡🔥

[@jesuschrist-alphaomega]

Be a warrior tending his garden. Not a gardner forced into war.

[@z-manvideos6193]

YHWH commanded Noah to build an ark, to prepare. Yeshua told us in advance that the days of His return would be just like the days of Noah, we need to prepare.

[@caitlin6983]

Exactly! God always provides; however if you want that paycheck, who’s gotta get out and do the work? And that’s just “normal” life. Yes, God provides-He gives us the heads-up something’s coming and the wisdom to get ready for it! And if/when the provision runs out, you know miracles are coming one way or another; either miraculous provision here, or it’s time for you to go Home!!!

[@user-rf3cn2ou3x]

We have closed circuit tv cameras with alarms, battery backup, and solar power chargers. It helps to live on a dead end road.

[@kylehagan3007]

You know the lords going to take care of us eh? That’s a bold statement

[@joecola6487]

1 timoithy 5:8 -- fellow Warrior Poet

[@harveysimms9387]

Maybe the video that I'm looking for, is this one that I'm watching again? If you have made another one that addresses "protect, provide and prepare", please advise. Thank you. I recently told a close friend that I felt like I'm preparing for a battle that I'm too old to fight. His response was in the form of a little diddy:"Too old to fight, Too slow to run. So chamber a round, and wait for the fun". Cute and funny, but sadly true?

[@tjjones-xj7kq]

For two years I was raising meat/fur rabbits in the CITY. I had an awesome landlord who was okay with it since they were outside. For my security I already had a driveway motion alarm watching my door and rabbit cage and never needed it. Then one night at 1am it goes off and I figure it's a false alarm but grab my 9 anyways. As I go by the door I hear some whispering. I quick open my door and sure enough there is a guy with a flashlight fumbling to open the cage! I yell at him and keep the 9 in a close held draw as he looks then (thank God) runs the other way. I NOW realize why old people have heart attacks when in similar situations. My adrenaline dump was huge and I just started shaking after while it burned off. I was in good shape and in my mid 20s. I'd hate to have been frail and elderly. Later I heard it was an ex of a friend of mine. They said "they were depressed and walking the neighborhood in my back yard when they saw the rabbits and felt bad and were going to free them." They were healthy and had no idea of what to do in the wild. Worse yet there was a stream on one side of my property. They may have got spooked and drown. My rabbit cages were on a blind corner of the small building you couldn't see, hear, or smell them from the road. He was going through my back yard and that's why he saw them. I no longer raise rabbits but am glad I did. The two original breeders were adopted as pets which is what I wanted since they were friendly rabbits and I did get attached to them. At only about 3 years old they have long retirement ahead with a lady who loves rabbits and possibly was going to fix the buck so they could share a cage. A simple $25 drive way alarm from Amazon protected my herd. Security doesn't have to be super expensive. LOCK YOUR CAGES.

[@roadrunner6356]

❤

[@aaronnoffsinger5922]

Motion lights, night vison and good communication equipment are good investments. Bad guys like to hide in the dark. Dogs are the best security system on the planet, great early warning system, attack and hunting capability, as well as companionship.

[@antonrehling1966]

people will mostly not come to your place to ask for your resources, the come to take.

[@nickjenkins1663]

Great video. Do you know any groups in South Carolina where people are helping each other with homesteading and or prepping? Thanks. Nick

[@harveysimms9387]

Hello John. I watch your videos all the time. In one of them you talked about the obligations of a man to "protect, provide and prepare" his family and loved ones. I try to impress upon others about those obligations. I can't seem to find that one video of yours. Can you help me, to spread your words?

[@kathyscott4671]

With all the foriegner truck drivers, all that needs to happen is they refuse to deliver. Same goes with foriegn owned land owners growing food and or companies processing our foods.

[@Lincoln1_5]

"Didn't how fun it'd be to just watch chickens" Same John, chickens are highly entertaining. Better than the ticky toks or the instadummy

[@donnadelaney6731]

When will tickets be available for the Conference in October?

[@thomaspettit788]

I have a question for John. John, how would you defend your homestead from law enforcement or government agencies that want to confiscate your stuff and or homestead? Case in point, Ruby Ridge, Waco. It's not individuals I was ever worried about. Seems as if Americans are to scared to defend themselves against situations like this. How do I prepare for an event such as the aforementioned events previously mentioned. God bless you John and yours. God bless America!

[@tomday5830]

Decide now, what is worth dying for and accept what is to come. 💯🎯👍🇺🇲

[@davidbooher5559]

You’re probably now on a 3 letter government agency’s “ watch list”. I don’t trust them either.

[@jakebredthauer5100]

I suppose it would be one squad of regular soldiers that divide into two groups. One group will distract so the other group can advance . In this video he said you need more than a small family.

[@johndoez6481]

🇺🇸

[@laurelanderson8720]

I am in the burbs. How in the world can I actually protect my little place? I feel like I don't really have a chance if it really down to it.

[@rhondafindlay2140]

Just came across your show in which I truly appreciate but I have ONE SERIOUS QUESTION, you both talked about protection? I thought under the Commandments that’ll shall not kill???? How do you answer that?

[@TevonDehasher]

If you go back to the original word from Exodus 20:13 that was translated into the kjv as “kill” a more accurate translation would be “murder”. For instance Joab killed many people in battle but it was for “shedding the blood of war in time of peace” that Solomon sentenced him to die as punishment. Hope that helps, it was a question I struggled with for a while as well.

[@Dirt_Rover2030]

@warriorpoetsociety Great interview, John. But your quote in the Book of Timothy, was in I Timothy not II Timothy, sir. II Timothy 5:8 (KJV) - “But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.” I too get quotes wrong. Not necessarily the quote themselves, but sometimes their exact location, as in this case. It is my intentions to point this out, so in the future, you can know the proper location of the verse. I respect you and your cause very much. Therefore I wanted you to be correct. God bless you all and your families!

[@donfrance3]

202 good shows used to be the neighborhood where you could leave your property unlocked. not anymore. the threat can randomly choose you. for us it is more common to have another bear danger close than the meth-heads since putting up security lights on motion sensors beyond the house, The last group we caught stealing at night from back yards was a drug circle where the kids were stealing things they thought they.could sell or trade for the drugs -- heroin, meth, and marijuana were evidence and warrant searches found and returned some of the missing property. no front teeth on the main bad guy

[@GATAHATA]

Josey Wales learned how to shoot in an afternoon