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Real Talk Christian Podcast271: Artificial Intelligence, Ethics, and God: What Should Christians Think?Show Notes::
Episode Starts: 12:11
Artificial Intelligence is on the rise in this day and age. Some say it will benefit mankind in unimaginable ways while others say it is the doom of the human race. But the question remains, should christians praise or fear it? Can it be used for furthering the kingdom of God, or is it some. new type of unethical idol? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller look at the good and bad of AI and attempt to draw some lines so that others can see the risks and...2025-07-2456 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast270: Should Christians Believe In The Death Penalty?Show Notes::
Episode Starts: 14:37
The death penalty. This has been a highly debated topic over the last 30 years, but where should Christians fall into that discussion? Should Christians be for or against the death penalty? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller take a look at scripture and struggle with the debate of whether Christians should indeed be for or against the death penalty. Tune in
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Real Talk Christian Podcast269: Should Our Worship Songs be Theologically Accurate?Show Notes::
Episode Starts: 9:55
Worship is such an important part of our corporate gathers and our everyday lives. But does it really matter if the lyrics are 100% biblically sound? Can there be poetic freedom? Can every song be played during a corporate gathering? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit take a look at how worship can truly effect us and how we should take care in what we listen to and sing. Grab a hymnal and listen along.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
John 4:23-24, Matthew 15:8-9, Colossians 3:16, Psalm 96:1-3
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Real Talk Christian Podcast268: Does Reading Your Bible & Praying Every Day Actually Make You Grow, Grow, Grow?Show Notes::
Episode Starts: 10:50
Remember the old Sunday song "read your bible, prayer every day..... you'll grow grow grow" and then there's the reverse of "neglect your bible; forget to pray . . . you'll shrink, shrink, shrink." Is this actually correct or is there a better way? Should Christians read their Bible and Pray everyday? What happens if they don't? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller discuss the foundations of Christianity and why it is important to pray and read your Bible. Grab your Bible and get ready for a great conversation.
//Resources Used In...2025-06-1248 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast267: Cultural and Biblical Christianity – What's the Difference?Show Notes::
Episode Starts: 11:00
Christianity seems to always be in the forefront of the culture. From starting orphanages, to hospitals, to influencing politics and running businesses. But what is the difference between being in the world but not of the world? Is there a difference between being a biblically based christian or a culturally based christian? If there is a difference, which one is right? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller dive into the intentionality of what it looks like to be a Christian sold out for Christ. Grab a cup of...2025-05-2950 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast265: What is Christian Nationalism & Should We Be Concerned?Christian Nationalism, it is a word that has been associated with conservative Christians that view things in a certain way. But is this something that Christians should wear as a badge of honor, or run as far away from as they can? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller dare to tackle the topic of christian nationalism. This is an intense conversation that you won't want to miss.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://ambs.edu/learn-now/what-is-christian-nationalism/
https://www.gotquestions.org/Christian-nationalism.html
https://www.cslewisinstitute.org/resources/should-christians-be-involved-with-politics/
https://www.crosswalk.c...2025-05-011h 23
Real Talk Christian Podcast264: How Discover The Wonder Of The Gospel With Your KidsEver wonder how to disciple your child, or maybe your teaching a Sunday school, or VBS, and wonder "How can I effectively share the foundations of the christian faith with the children? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down with the creator of Cross Formed Kids Ryan Coatney to talk about how to place the "Wonder" of the gospel in the lives of children. This was a great conversation that you won't want to miss.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://www.crossformedkids.com
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Real Talk Christian Podcast262: How Can Christians "Not Be Ashamed" In A Post-Christian WorldShow Notes::
Sharing your faith can be such a beautiful thing, but often times we do not do it. Something always seems to stop us, whether fear, time, no opportunity, lack of training, but should this stop us? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller look at the statistics that keep up from sharing our faith and discuss ways to over come them. Make sure to tune it and get you pencil ready for this exciting episode.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.churchtrac.com/index
https://www.jesusfilm.org/blog/christian-evangelism-statistics/#:~:t...2025-03-0642 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast261: What Are The Different Types Of Love In The Bible?Show Notes::
Love is such a powerful word and can be applied to so many different aspects of life and take shape in so many different ways. But what can we learn about love from the biblical perspective? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller discuss 4 different Greek forms of love that we can see permeate from the teachings in the Bible and how they impact our daily lives. This is a episode you don't want to miss.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.gotquestions.org/phileo-love.html
"For God so loved t...2025-02-2044 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast260: Big Christian Words: Imputed vs Imparted RighteousnessShow Notes::
There are big words that are thrown around Christianity. Words such as Salvation, Redemption, Justification, Sanctification, Purification, Glorification, and election. But have you ever heard of the Words Imparted and Imputed as it pertains to righteousness? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller continue on with the series of Big Christian words and discuss the importance of know the wordsImparted and Imputed, and how their understanding can impact your faith. Grab your Bible and read along.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.gotquestions.org/imputed-imparted-righteousness.html
https://reasonsforhopejesus.com/imputed-imparted-infused-righteousness/
//O...2025-02-0652 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast259: 7 Deadly Sins - WrathWrath, a deadly sin that can lead to a host of problems. But what truly is wrath and is it always bad? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller finish the final episode of the 7 deadly sins. Wrath is an important topic because we see that even God has wrath, but if God has wrath, then how is it a sin? Tune in to find out the answer.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
Matthew 5:21-24, Ephesians 4:17-28, Colossians 3:5-11, Ephesians 4:31, Proverbs 14:29, Proverbs 15:1, Proverbs 15:18, Proverbs 16:32
https://www.gotquestions.org/in-your-anger-do-not-sin.html
https://www.gotquestions.o...2025-01-2339 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast258: Let Them Live: God Using Normal People to Save Mothers & ChildrenIn this episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down with Emily Berning, the Founder of Let Them Live, an organization dedicated to helping mothers who have thought or are currently thinking about abortion, and how they can help them. This is an episode you definitely don't want to miss. So tune in.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.youtube.com/@LetThemLive
https://letthemlive.org
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Real Talk Christian Podcast257: New Year, Same God: Remembering God's Unchanging NatureOften in a person's life, there are many changing that can happen. From jobs to friends, places that you live, people you love, things you eat, and so on. But with all of these changes, is there something that stays the same? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down and look into the immutable aspect of God and how that can help us in times of change.Grab your Bible and join along.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.azquotes.com/quotes/topics/unchanging.html
https://www.gotquestions.org/Book-of-Malachi.h...2024-12-2628 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast256: Keeping Christ at the Center of ChristmasIt's that time of year! The time when life is busy with preparing for the holiday season with things like, preparing the house for guests, making food for a Christmas meal, wrapping gifts, and many other fun family traditions that happen during the Christmas season. But with all of the hustle and bustle that surrounds this time of year, we have to ask, are we keeping Christ at the focus of our Christmas traditions? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller discuss some useful tips for keeping Jesus at the center of your...2024-12-1242 min
Real Talk Christian PodcastBonus Classic Replay: What is Advent & Why Do We Celebrate It?We are starting to enter the season where the preparations for Christmas are being made. If you attend certain churches, you may be starting what is called Advent? Why do some churches do advent? Where did it come from? What does it actually mean? In this week’s episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller come together to discuss the meaning, history, and reason for advent. So warm yourself up with a nice hot cup, and join in for the conversation.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
What is Advent? Meaning of...2024-11-3058 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast255: FriendsgivingShow Notes:: In this special thanksgiving episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller reach out to the RTC online community on Facebook to talk about their family traditions. It may give you a few ideas of your own. So as your prepare for this day we give thanks to God, relax and listen in on this special episode.
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Real Talk Christian Podcast249: What is Apostasy?Show Notes::
Apostasy is the act of abandoning or renouncing one's faith. The term comes from the Greek word "apostasia," which means a defection or a falling away. So why is it so important to understand this term and what could it look like in today's culture? On this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller go in depth of what apostasy looks like and how to watch out for it. Grab your bible and follow along.
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Real Talk Christian Podcast248: Presenting The Gospel In This Day And AgeIn this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller are on the road at Revive fest where they taught a workshop on What the gospel has looked like throughout the ages and how we can effectively present it today. This is a fun workshop you don't want to miss so stick around
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https://www.youtube.com/@realtalkchristianpodcast
The Ch...2024-08-2252 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast245: Generosity: Signs of a Mature ChristianGod calls us to be cheerful givers, but what does that look like in the grand scheme life? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller continue on in the series "Signs of a Mature Christian" with the topic of generosity, and why it is so important in the life of a believer. Grab your Bible and Tune in.
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Real Talk Christian Podcast244: Why Do Some Translations Take Out Bible Verses?Have you often wondered why there are missing verses or why certain translations are just so different? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller go through why the translations are different and What type of manuscripts some of the translations use. Grab a cup of your favorite Hot beverage and tune in.
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061: Let’s Talk About Sin: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/061-lets-talk-about-sin/
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Real Talk Christian Podcast243: What is the Armor of God and Why Is It Important?If you have been in church for any length of time, you have probably heard about the Armor of God. In the 90's there were kids toys, statues, and other things to show a roman soldier's armor and represent it as the "Armor of God", but what is it according to the Bible? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller take a deep dive into Ephesians 6 to look at what the Armor of God is and how it helps. Grab your Bible and join in on the conversation.
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Real Talk Christian Podcast242: Having Humility - Signs of a Mature ChristianWe have often heard, "God resists the proud, but gives grace to the humble." So what does it mean to be humble and why is it such an important attribute for mature Christians to have? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller continue in their series of "Signs of a mature Christian" and examine what it means to have humility in the life of a christian, and the importance of practicing it in our everyday lives. Grab your favorite hot beverage and your Bible and join in.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://w...2024-05-3029 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast241: Dependence on God - Signs of a Mature ChristianLife can be hard sometimes. It is often when life is hard that a christian will call out to God, asking for His help, which is a good thing. Do we do the same in the good times? Do we have dependance on God in our daily lives? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podacast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller take a look at why it is so important to have dependence on God in our everyday lives. Grab your Bible and join in on this conversation.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://unmaskingthemess.com/7-reasons-why-depending-on-god-is-important/
https://www.g...2024-05-1627 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast240: How Does Prayer Align With Action?In all things, with prayer and thanksgiving, make your request known to God. This famous verse from Philippians is often accompanied by, "Just pray to God". but is this all we are called to do? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller discuss the importance of prayer, and the actions that follow it. Check it out.
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Real Talk Christian Podcast239: Big Words Christians Should Know - Justification & SanctificationThere are some big words that have been spoken if you have been around Christianity for any length of time. Words such as Salvation, Redemption, Justification, Sanctification, Purification, Glorification, and election. What do some of these terms actually mean? Why should we know some of these terms? On this weeks's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller look over two of the biggest terms that apply to believers, Justification and Sanctification. What do these terms mean and why are they so important. Tune in to find out.
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Real Talk Christian Podcast237: Knowledge And Application Of God's Word - Signs Of A Mature ChristianLast episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller Started a new series on Signs of a mature Christian and kicked it off with Walking in the Spirit. On this week's episode, Marc and Chris continue the conversation and dive into what it means to know and apply God's word to your everyday life. Grab a cup on Joe and join along.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://research.lifeway.com/2023/04/27/scripture-engaged-who-are-american-bible-readers/
https://www.ligonier.org/learn/articles/why-we-should-read-the-bible
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Real Talk Christian Podcast236: Walking In The Spirit - Signs Of A Mature ChristianSo often we hear about how we as Christians are called to go make disciples. How that is such pivotal part of being a christian, but what does is the disciplined goal? What does it look like tone a "mature Christian"? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller start to discuss a new series about what it looks like to be a mature christian, more specifically, what it looks like to Walk In The Spirit. Grab your Bible and follow along.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.gotquestions.org/Spirit-walk.html
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Real Talk Christian Podcast235: Why Is It So Hard To Share My Faith?Does it seem daunting to share your faith? How many opportunities have passed by when you felt the urge to share your faith but where to afraid to? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down to go over why sharing your faith is so hard, and some practical ways to share your faith, so grab your Bible and follow along.
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Real Talk Christian Podcast234: There And Back AgainOn this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down to talk about the past, present, and future of the podcast. It is a whirlwind of emotions so bare with us and stick around.
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https://www.youtube.com/@realtalkchristianpodcast
The Christian Standard Bible: https://bit.ly/3rulKqi
Lifeway Christian Resources: https://bit.ly/3qka4Wv
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Real Talk Christian Podcast233: Hot(ter) Takes: 9 questions from our listeners (Part 2)On today's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down to answer questions from our listeners. the Questions include, Should pastors live a rich/ lavish lifestyle? Should women be allowed to preach on Sunday morning (separate from being a lead pastor). If God choses the elect, then doesn't he also chose the non-elect? So he creates people for hell? Do people actually stay in hell for all of eternity? Can Christians cuss? What even is a cuss word? Because words are cultural, fluid, and change meeting. Grab a cup of Joe and join along. (Banter E...2024-02-011h 29
Real Talk Christian Podcast229: 7 Deadly Sins: SlothfulnessSlothfulness, it is a word that when we hear it we usually think means slow or lazy, but is that all it actually means? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down to discuss the 6th deadly sin in the series, that of Slothfulness. What does it actually mean, and how can we overcome it? Join in to the conversation to find out.
Banter ends at 14:30
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https://www.christianpure.com/learn/what-is-sloth
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Real Talk Christian Podcast228: 5 Ways To Reset Your Faith In The New YearIt's coming up on 2024 and it is time to start setting goals for this upcoming year. Have you decided what this year's goal will be? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller talk about 5 ways to "Reset" your faith and strengthen your christian walk, so grab that cup of Joe and join in.(Banter ends at 12:00)
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.pray.com/articles/15-best-quotes-to-strengthen-your-faith-in-god
https://www.azquotes.com/quote/821679?ref=commitment-to-god
https://www.gotquestions.org/importance-of-the-Bible.html
https://www.gotquestions.org/daily-prayer.html
https://www.jesusfilm.org/blog/40-inspirational-quotes-about-prayer/
https://w...2023-12-2857 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast227: Christmas Carols: Behind The ScenesIt's that time of year, the time when we focus on Jesus as the Savior, born to a virgin, who wold one day save us from our sins. Often during this holiday season we enjoy sing Christmas Carols, but where did they come from? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller explore some of the old Christmas classics to find out where they originated from. Grab your favorite mug of hot cocoa, and tune in.(Banter ends at 5:30)
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.crossway.org/articles/a-brief-history-of-joy-to-the-world/
https://www.annhgabhart.com/2021/12/05/th...2023-12-2137 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast226: How Do You Find Joy In Difficult Times?Have you ever hard difficult times when you just felt there was no hope? Times when you feel like you have Just lost your Joy? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christina Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down to discuss how to have Joy in all things, as God is the sustaining of our Joy. You don't want to miss this episode, so join in to the conversation now.
Banter ends at 12:00.
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Real Talk Christian Podcast225: What Should We Expect From Our Pastors?Often times, we think of our pastors as people who are the closest to God. Those men that remind s of Moses, or Elijah, Peter, and Paul, they appear as giants of the faith. But are we expecting more than what is required of them? Are we holding them to an unrealistic expectation? Are we putting all the weight of the world on their shoulders? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller take a deep dive into discussing what the expectations of a Pastor should be, and how we as the church can...2023-12-071h 21
Real Talk Christian Podcast224: What Does It Mean To ”Fear The Lord?”We see in the Bible that "The Fear of the Lord is the beginning of knowledge" Proverbs 1:7a, but what is this passage saying to us? What does it look like to "Fear the Lord"? and how can we apply this to our lives everyday? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller take a closer look into what it means to Fear the Lord and how you can start to do that in the proper context today. Grab your Bible and let's dive in. (Banter ends at 11:30)
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https://w...2023-11-301h 00
Real Talk Christian Podcast223: How Your Life Can Be A Thank You Gift to GodHappy Thanksgiving 2023! Often during this time of the year, people focus on food, family, friends, laughter, and thankfulness, but could there be more that Christians are suppose to do? In today's special Thanksgiving episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller discuss how we can make out lives a Thank gift to God and what that can look like. Turn up the radio over the noise of the stove and listen along on this day of thanks. (Banter Ends at 17:15)
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Real Talk Christian Podcast222: War In Israel, Is This The End?With everything that is going on in the Middle East right now, there have been many inquiries to the show about what does this mean? Is the End Times drawing near? What is going to happen next? Is this the fulfillment of prophecy? In today's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller take a look back in history, to examine different events throughout history that have been bleak and wrestle with the idea of "in comparison, is this the end?" Grab you Bible and your favorite hot beverage as we dive into this intense conversation. (Banter...2023-11-161h 32
Real Talk Christian Podcast220: When Should I Leave My Church?Have you ever thought to yourself, "I am not sure that God wants me in this church?" Have you ever gone back and forth, trying to figure out if you are being led out of a church or are just looking for an excuse to leave? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller go deep into the topic of "when is it ok to leave my church?" where they look at the proper way to know when it's time to leave and how to biblically leave a body of believers in a loving...2023-11-021h 52
Real Talk Christian Podcast219: Dead People walking? Halloween Special
We have all heard the story of Jesus raising Lazurus from the dead, and also Jarius' daughter after she fell ill. But how many know of the time when a group of saints walked into Jerusalem after being raised along with Jesus? In this special Real Talk Christian Podcast Halloween episode, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller do a deep dive into Matthew 27:50-53 to see what we can decipher from this passage about who these saints might have been. Grab your Bible and your thinking cap and join along for the fun. (Banter Ends At 12:30)
//Resources Used In This Episode//
W...2023-10-261h 09
Real Talk Christian Podcast213: What Does It Mean to Be a Godly Man?As Christians, we can often find ourselves influenced by social norms and conflicting messages, but is there more to what a biblical man should look like? Are men following what the Bible says about being a godly man? In today's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, MarcHyde and Chris Fuller sit down at Revive Fest to have the conversation about what it means to be a godly man and how to live it out. Come along for the ride. (Banter Ends 10:09)
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.gotquestions.org/biblical-manhood.html
https://www.gotquestions.org/godly-man.html
//Other Episode You...2023-09-1459 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast212: Marriage: How Do We Navigate Through The Difficulties In Marriage?Navigating through tough times during marriage can be hard. From choosing whether to seek counsel or not, to just figuring out how to work through problems together. The question is, how do we get through it all? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down to finish the discussion from the previous week on how to navigate through difficult times in marriage. Tune in to this important conclusion. (Banter ends at 1:45)
//Resources Used In This Episode//
The Survivor’s Creed By Max Lucado
https://rosevinecottagegirls.com/leaning-on-god-when-life-is-overwhelming/
https://bible.org/seriespage/4-foundation-four-communication-marriage
https...2023-09-071h 05
Real Talk Christian Podcast211: Marriage:When Times Are Tough.Marriage can be tough sometimes. It can be hard to find the good in certain situations when it comes to marriages. So what are we to do? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down to look at What God intended for marriages to look like, and what can be the downfall of marriages. Check it out. (Banter ends at 21:32)
//Resources Used In This Episode//
Genesis 2:18, 21-25, Matthew 19:4-6, Ephesians 5:22-32, Colossians 3:18-19, 1 Peter 3:1-7
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https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/097-when-we-feel-far-from-god/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/ep...2023-08-311h 25
Real Talk Christian Podcast210: Is There More To Life Than Death And Taxes?Growing up, one may have heard the famous quote from Ben Franklin "there's only two certainties in life. Death and taxes." It is one the premise of these words that shape man people's minds about how the world operates. But is this an accurate statement? Is the only purpose in life to work and die? To eat, drink, and be merry? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller tackle these very questions, showing that there is most certainly more to life for those who call themself"Christian". Tune in to the conversation. (Banter en...2023-08-241h 21
Real Talk Christian Podcast209: Leave and Cleave: A Conversation About Family Dynamics After Marriage"Leave and Cleave" This is the natural progression of what happens when two people get married in life. But how do you navigate life with the external family after marriage? What should the family dynamics look like? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller take a look at family dynamics after marriage, the good, the bad, and the lovely. Grab a beverage and enjoy the conversation. (Banter ends at 18:30)
//Resources Used In This Episode//
Colossians 3:21, Proverbs 22:6, Proverbs: 15:20, Proverbs 29:15, Exodus 20:12, Ephesians 6:1-4, Genesis 2:21-24, Hebrews 13:4, 1 Corinthians 7:39, 1 Peter 4:7-11, Ephesians 4:25-32, James 1:19-20, Romans 12:9-21
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Real Talk Christian Podcast208: In Christ Alone: Do All Religions Lead To God?"God is the same throughout all religions, He has just shown himself different forms" This statement has been thrown around a lot these days through the world. But is it true? In today's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller take a deep dive to look at what other religions believe and why they are different from the Christian faith. Buckle up for this thrilling conversation. (Banter ends at 21:31)
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://embassies.gov.il/hanoi/AboutIsrael/People/Pages/Jewish-Religion.aspx#
https://www.uri.org/kids/world-religions/hindu-beliefs
https://www.uri.org/kids/w...2023-08-101h 33
Real Talk Christian Podcast207: 7 Deadly Sins: EnvyEnvy.A subject that is not often talked about but is very prevalent in the world in which we live. Do you know how to spot envy? Do you know what envy is? Do you k ow how to combat it? In this week's episode of RealTalk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller continue with the series covering the 7 deadly sins, this sin in particular is envy. Marc and Chris answer the questions of What is envy and how do we combat it as Christians, so stick around. (Banter ends at 17:44)
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.gotquestions.o...2023-08-031h 23
Real Talk Christian Podcast206: Check Your Spiritual Pulse; Learn your HistoryJon Payne rightly said, “If church history does not get your blood pumping, you had better check your spiritual pulse." Church History is full of wild stories from the lowest of sinners preaching the word, to the vile crusades, to Saint Nicholas (Santa Claus) punching a heroic in the face. With all these exciting stories, wouldn't you want to know how they happened? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down to finish their discussion on church history and why it is so important. Grab a mug, pour a drink, and check out...2023-07-271h 18
Real Talk Christian Podcast205: Why Do We Need Church History?Winston Churchill once said, "Those who fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it." Church history is a vast collection of the church from Christ until now. But do we really need to know Church History, or can we just live in the know sharing Jesus?In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down to look over all the different ages of church history , and the significance that comes from them. Grab you favorite hot beverage, and listen along to this reach back through time.
Want to skip the banter? Sk...2023-07-2059 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast202: How do Christians reach the LBGTQ+ Community?With Pride Month coming to a close, we it begs the questions, " Did I handle pride month the way Jesus would have?"In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit back down with Morgan (a guest from episodes 193 and 194) to talk about how christians can react he gay community and how we should handle the LBGTQ+ conversations. Check it out.
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https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/027-speaking-the-truth-in-love/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/048-made-in-the-image-of-god/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/061-lets-talk-about-sin/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/193-falling-into-sin-a-interview-with-morgan/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/194-redeemed-by-christ-the-conclusion-interview-with-morgan/
// Helpful Links //
https://www...2023-06-291h 22
Real Talk Christian Podcast201: Classic Replay: How Should Christians Approach Transgenderism?In the last handful of years, conversations around transgenderism have grown to common place to the point where the church now has to ask a question, “How should we think and respond to this movement?” In answering this question and others around the LGBTQ+ community, the church is starting to draw lines in the sand and separating from one another. In doing such, many individual Christians are beginning to also ask questions about transgenderism. In this episode RTC, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller step into this question with looking to the Bible for answers because if we believe that God creat...2023-06-2250 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast200: Classic Replay: Can I Be Gay And A Christian?
On this episode of Real Talk Christian, We jump back in time to listen to season 1 where Marc, Chris, and Brandon have a conversation on the question of “Can I be gay and be a Christian?”
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/003-how-do-we-live-in-our-culture-while-not-conforming-to-the-culture/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/027-speaking-the-truth-in-love/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/035-friendship-with-unbelievers/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/048-made-in-the-image-of-god/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/061-lets-talk-about-sin/
// Helpful Links //
https://www.youtube.com/@realtalkchristianpodcast
The Christian Standard Bible: https://bit.ly/3rulKqi
Lifeway Christian Resources: https://bit.ly/3qka4Wv
Got Questions?: https://bit.ly/3vSMJfq
Dwell Bible App: https...2023-06-1556 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast199: Can We Talk About Target? What Should a Christian do About CommercialismThere is so much going on in society today with it being pride month. Boycotts are happening left and right. SO what should we do? In this weeks episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down to discuss the ins and outs of what is going on in the world today in light of pride month, and what we should do about it. So let's dive in and ask the question, "Can we talk about Target?"
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://nypost.com/2023/04/07/inside-the-woke-scoring-system-guiding-american-companies/
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https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/027-speaking-the-truth-in-love/
ht...2023-06-081h 39
Real Talk Christian Podcast186: The Struggle Of Spiritual Leadership In The HomeSpiritual leadership in the home. There often can be a struggle within marriages where the wife is in desperate need of a spiritual leader and yet the husband can't or won't step up to the plate. The question is, can God change the situation? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down with Tim and Sarah Carroll to discuss how God did miracles in their marriage. We go through he highs and lows of their marriage and the things that they did and learned from their experience. This is a conversation you...2023-03-091h 15
Real Talk Christian Podcast185: Prophecies Fulfilled By JesusMany have debated as to whether or not Jesus Christ of Nazereth was indeed the Messiah that was promised to Israel in the Old Testament. Some say He was a blasphemer, others a prophet, and still yet others that He didn't even exist. On this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sit down to discuss whether or not Jesus was the Messiah that was promised, and if so, did he fulfill any of the prophecies of the Old Testament. Join in for this Biblical and Theological discussion.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
How many p...2023-03-0259 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast184: Sister Wives; Does God Condone Polygamy?"Sister Wives. If you have ever watched the TLC channel, you have probably seen this show as you were browsing around trying to find something to watch. This show follows a family from the LDS church who are fundamentalists of their faith, who also practice polygamy. They claim that "the prophet" Joseph Smith claimed that this was a given direction from "God". We see in the Old Testament that many influential members of Scripture were involved with a polygamist lifestyle as well. So dos this prove that God is ok with polygamy? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian...2023-02-231h 07
Real Talk Christian Podcast183: What Will The New Heaven And Earth Look Like?Heaven. Many have wondered what it will be like when we get there. When we hear streets like gold or gates like pearl, what will that all look like.The more important question though is, What will we remember from our time on earth? Will we remember our lives? Will there be death in the New heaven and Earth? Will we remember our loved ones? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller dive deep into Isaiah 65 and Revelation 21 trying to find the answers on some of these tough topics that are near and...2023-02-1649 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast127: Classic Replay: Interview on Dudes and Dads PodcastIn this episode, We go back in time to February 18th 2020 Where Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller made a guest appearance on the Dudes and Dads Podcast. We talk about how we started the podcast, what brought thus together, different life events and what parenting looks like for thus. If you haven't listened to this episode on the Dudes and Dads Podcast, tune in.
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https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/073-being-pro-life-after-birth-ft-andrew-wood-of-knoxville-hope-resource-center-knoxvillehope/
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Real Talk Christian Podcast126: Classic Replay, Speaking the Truth in LoveIn this episode, we go back into the archives once again to one of Fuller's favorite conversations: Speaking the Truth in Love. In the Bible, we read that Jesus came full of grace and truth, but how are we as Christians supposed to emulate that . . . especially when we have to confront someone.
In this episode, Marc and Fuller talk about what it means to speak the truth in love from a Biblical perspective and then present a few ways that we can make sure that we lead with love when having conversations with both fellow believers and those who don't f...2022-01-1355 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast125: Classic Replay, Christians and MusicIn this episode, we go back into the archives to talk about Christians and Music. Originally this conversation was part 2 of the two part conversation with Pastor Brandon Saucier about Christians and Music, and in this conversation specifically, we dive into the questions that most people ask regarding personal enjoyment of certain types of music and what music should we be playing in worship services.
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120: Christians & Guns: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/120-christians-guns/
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052: Coffee Mug Chri...2022-01-061h 05
Real Talk Christian Podcast123: The Christmas Story: Are We Missing the Facts?We all know the Christmas story: baby Jesus, pregnant virgin Mary, faithful Joseph, some stinky shepherds, some rich wise men, and the inn keeper that wouldn't make room in his heart for Jesus . . . but is this the true Christmas story?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller talk about 6 common "facts" of the Christmas story that may actually not be true! Some you may know but some might be brand new information! We think your favorite fact will be number 6.
In this episode, we also talk about the Christmas giveaway!
// Links Mentioned in the Episode //
https://www.cracked.com/arti...2021-12-231h 01
Real Talk Christian Podcast122: Finding God in the Difficult Times: An Interview with Jess RonneHave you ever gone through life wondering, "where is God in all of this mess, and is he still good?" We know we have, and our guest on today's show definitely has as well!
Today, we are excited to share an interview with Jess Ronne. In this interview, we talk about how she lost her husband and the grief that came as a result, how she is raising her special needs son (along with her other 7 children), how she has blended two families to become one, and how she watched God show up and work in the mess of her l...2021-12-1653 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast121: Why Mega Church Pastors FallIt seems like so many mega church pastors keep failing and falling from ministry. With the popularity of Christianity Today’s new podcast The Rise and Fall of Mars Hill, people are starting to ask if mega churches and mega church pastors are truly biblical and if they do more damage than good.
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller talk about why Mega Church pastors fall and if Mega Churches are the only places where pastors fall from ministry. Rather than stick to the gossip, they take the conversation one step farther to ask, "why do pastors fall and...2021-12-091h 01
Real Talk Christian Podcast120: Christians & GunsIt seems like many Protestant, evangelical Christians now a days are all about the 2nd amendment and the ability to own firearms for self defense, but how should Christians in America think about gun ownership and usage? Should we fight for our rights or fight to live in a gun free world? To take the conversation one step father, when you get to other parts of the world, Christians are asking why Americans seem so obsessed with guns. So what should Christians do?
In this conversation, Marc and Fuller take a listener's question about guns and seek to find a B...2021-12-021h 28
Real Talk Christian Podcast118: Following God into the Unknown with Beth Guckenberger of Back2Back MinistriesBack2Back Ministries' primary mission is to provide every orphan child a home and place to belong, all 163 Million orphans in the world. With providing holistic orphan care, Back2Back has shaped and changed the world of orphan care and trauma training in many countries around the world, including countries in the 10/40 window. Although this ministry has a global reach, Back2Back has humble beginnings of two people who traveled to Mexico with basically no money, didn't know the language, but had a heart to love every orphan in the name of Jesus.
In this episode of RTC, Marc and F...2021-11-1856 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast117: Does Online Church Count?Over the last year, many (and may we say most) church have started to livestream their church's worship services, but before COVID even showed, many larger churches started to build online church experiences and communities. Many churches now have an "online campus" for their church and hire staff members and ordained pastors to oversee and shepherd the church's online community. In response to the growing online church community, there has also but much opposition to churches offering an online campus and online experience.
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller ask the question of "does online church even count?" W...2021-11-111h 00
Real Talk Christian Podcast116: What Should Christians Do With Euthanasia?The dictionary defines "euthanasia" as the painless killing of a patient suffering from an incurable and painful disease or in an irreversible coma. Although the practice is illegal in most countries, the desire for its legalization is increasingly growing and many countries have started legalizing the practice. In America, a doctor's choice and decision of euthanasia is illegal; however, voluntary euthanasia is legal in Oregon and Washington and will soon be legal in other states as well. How should Christians think about this subject?
In this conversation, Marc and Fuller dive deeper in their conversations about the Imago Dei (being m...2021-11-041h 05
Real Talk Christian Podcast115: Let‘s Talk About Horror Films & Haunted Houses.It's Halloween time so you know it's time for the annual RTC Halloween episode! This year, we are talking about haunted houses and horror films (or scary movies, whichever you prefer), and if Christians are able to enjoy those forms of entertainment or if Christians should stay away.
In years past, we've talk about if Christians should celebrate Halloween and are aliens/extraterrestrials real. We know that you'll enjoy those episodes, too!
// Links Mentioned in the Episode //
https://screenrant.com/horror-movies-more-profit-reason/
https://findanyanswer.com/how-much-do-haunted-houses-make/
https://justdisciple.com/can-christians-watch-horror-movies/
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080: Witchcraft & Wizardry: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/080-wi...2021-10-2846 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast113: Can We Prove the Existence of God?Maybe you've found yourself in a place where you are a lone Christian in the midst of atheist and skeptics and have to defend your belief in God, or maybe you've found yourself in a place where you yourself are being wonder "is there really a God?" This question — Is there a God? — has been asked for about as long as humans have existed, yet for some reason, the question doesn't seem to be answered in a way that satisfies the questioners.
This week, Marc and Fuller ask this question and provide both historic and modern answers to this question of "i...2021-10-1457 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast112: Christianity Behind the ScreenSocial media: Every loves it; everyone hates it. We've seen in over the years (and even in recent months) that social media has the ability to bring people together or tear people apart. How should Christians handle themselves on social media? Marc and Fuller set out to answer this question on this weeks episode.
// Links Mentioned in this Episode //
https://www.relevantmagazine.com/culture/christians-lets-all-stop-doing-these-15-things-on-social-media/
https://www.oberlo.com/media/1620280037-social-media-statistics-stats-full.png?fm=webp&w=1824&fit=max
https://www.communicatejesus.com/post/21-essential-proverbs-christians-social-media
https://www.instagram.com/livingoftheword/
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Real Talk Christian Podcast111: Are Christians Too Obsessed with Abortion?Christians have been known as primarily "pro-life" when it comes to the abortion conversation but with the recent decision in Texas to not allow abortions after a detectable heartbeat, the conversation around abortion is taking center stage once again – both in news outlets and social media. In the wake of the decision, many people (both Christians and unbelievers) have not held back their opinions on the matter; which leaves the world asking "are Christians too obsessed with this conversation around abortion?"
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller talk about why Christians are obsessed with abortion, discuss if Christians are...2021-09-3055 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast110: A Christian‘s Response to the World Around UsThe world and people around us seems to becoming more and more divisive. Whether it's people arguing against masks, vaccines, and abortions, or just the opposite, you can't escape from hearing people's opinions and thoughts on what going on in the world. So, what should a Christians response be to the world around them?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller sit down with zero show notes and no game plan and simply talk. This conversation was a raw and honest conversation filled with many different questions and thoughts, all with the goal of answering the bigger question of w...2021-09-231h 08
Real Talk Christian Podcast109: Are Some Sins Worse Than Others?Sin is not good. As a rule of thumb, this statement is agreed upon in Christian circles, but here's a question that many wrestle with– are some sins worse than others? Based on what tradition you come from, you may answer this question differently. In the Catholic tradition, there are different types of sins (venial and mortals sins) and each sin has a different level of punishment. In the Protestant tradition, most people believe that sin is sin and God sees all sin the same. So, are there worse sins that others?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller look...2021-09-161h 16
Real Talk Christian Podcast108: FastingEver heard of the word "fasting" used in your church or in Christianity? Fasting is a way of worship that is widely practiced in some expressions of Christianity, but in many others, fasting is rarely talked about. It's no shock, though, to see that the Bible talks about fasting in both the Old Testament and the New Testament, so why is there a divide between different denominations and fasting?
In this weeks episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller look at the Bible to get a solid definition of the practice, and then discuss if fasting is something that all Christians s...2021-09-091h 09
Real Talk Christian Podcast107: An Interview with Little Neighbors of ParaguayEvery child deserves a family to love and cherish them. Paraguay has approximately one thousand children in the care system, and only 5% of them are in family-based care. The vast majority of those children would thrive in foster care, and it is Little Neighbors' desire to see the local churches of Paraguay respond as we raise awareness and train a wave of safe, loving families.
This week on RTC, Marc and Fuller sit down with Brian & Jackie McCobb, the directors of Little Neighbors, to talk about their mission to both help orphaned kids find loving homes and help the government c...2021-09-021h 06
Real Talk Christian Podcast106: Hey Singles, Don't Waste Your LifeIn a world of Tinder, Bumble, Christian Mingle, eharmony, and so many other dating sites out there, finding a partner has never been easier! However, as many singles have realized, it may be easy to find a "match," but it seems harder and harder to find a life-long partner. When it comes to being single in the Christian community, it seems even harder to connect with one person, let alone connect with the church community at large. So, what should singles do?
In this episode of RTC, Marc is joined by Beth (@tribeofhyde) to talk about singleness. Up until March, Be...2021-08-261h 16
Real Talk Christian Podcast105: Is My Family Saved? Approaching Those Who Claim ChristianityMany of us have friends and family who, although they profess to be Christians, seem to not live a life that matches up with Jesus and his teachings. What should we do in these situations? Are we allowed to wonder if they are saved? Should we bring up their actions or leave them in the hands of God?
This week, Marc and Fuller takes a listener's question about how we should approach family members who profess Christianity but don't live like it. Starting with Scripture and ending with pieces of advice, this episode is less about learning about Jesus and m...2021-08-191h 06
Real Talk Christian Podcast104: Salvation: Old Testament vs. New TestamentSalvation is a "Christianese" word that we like to throw around inside of church and between believers, but do you know what it means? For Christians, it means deliverance from the consequences of our sins and being adopted in God's family. For Christians, we know that salvation only comes through Jesus' work on the cross . . . but have you ever wondered how salvation works for those people who lived before Jesus came to earth?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller continue with the Old Testament conversation of the law to see what the Bible says about salvation in the O...2021-08-121h 00
Real Talk Christian Podcast103: False Teachers in the Church, Part 2Last weeks episode on "False Teachers in the Church" with Rodney Buse was so amazing that we decided to bring you PART 2! Last week, we looked primarily at what the Bible says about false teachers in the church and how to spot one. This week, we primarily focused in on what to do if you find yourself under the teaching of a false teacher and what the common false teachings in the church are today. We know you'll love this one more than last weeks episode!
Listen to Part 1: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/102-false-teachers-in-the-church-ft-rodney-buse-of-what-does-the-bible-say-podcast/
//Where to Find Rodney Buse and "Wha...2021-08-081h 02
Real Talk Christian Podcast102: False Teachers in the Church ft. Rodney Buse of "What Does the Bible Say?" PodcastIn recent years, it seems that people from various camps have been calling popular teachers and pastors "false teachers," but what makes someone a false teacher? Is a false teacher just someone who you disagree with or does there need to be more to their teaching to be considered a "false teacher"?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller are joined by Rodney Buse of "What Does the Bible Say?" to help us all figure out how to spot false teachers in the church and what our steps should be when we realize that we found one.
//Where to Fi...2021-07-2956 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast101: Are Christians Under the Old Testament Law?In recent years, there has been a big spotlight on the Old Testament Law and if Christians are called to live according to it; so much so that Hollywood and TV Producers have been making TV Shows where the main characters try to live according to the Old Testament Law. Christianity is a continuation of the Jewish faith, which does beckon the question: Should Christians strive to live according to the Old Testament Law? I mean, since God never changes, shouldn't his Law never change, too?
On this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller have a lengthy conversation on the O...2021-07-2258 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast099: Is It a Sin for a Christian to Date an Unbeliever?To date or not to date, that is the question that many Christians have when it comes to dating an unbeliever. In todays world, it is hard to find a compatible match, but what is the harm of dating (and eventually marrying) someone who, although may be an unbeliever, is a great match and lets you hold to your Christian values?
This week on the podcast, Marc and Fuller have a no notes, not agenda conversation revolving around the question of "Is it a sin for a Christian to date an unbeliever?" Let's go!
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Real Talk Christian Podcast098: Should We Study the Creeds?"No creed but the Bible!" The longer you live, the more you hear this statement said in churches and by Christians. Usually, when people make this statement, they have a good heart because Christians are supposed to follow the Bible, but is there a better way to learn, remember, and recite key Biblical doctrines. For centuries, the Church at large would use confessions or creeds to teach new converts and protect the church for heresy. This was practiced because there wasn't always a completed Bible, and even if there was, most people were illiterate. Since we are literate and have...2021-07-0158 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast097: When We Feel Far from GodHave you ever been at a place where you feel far from God but aren't sure what to do about it? Maybe you pray to God and feel like it stops at the ceiling, or maybe you feel like you've done everything for God but don't feel God presence in your every day life. So many Christians are walking away from God because of feeling far from God, but what should we do?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller share some of their own stories about feeling far from God. Using the Bible, they look at the promises o...2021-06-2458 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast095: Do Our Works Follow Us After Death?Do our works follow us after death? Growing up in church, you may have heard that the only things that lasts for forever are God and the souls of men, but what about our works that were done here on this earth? If our works don’t matter, than why should we love our neighbor or look after widows and orphans in their distress? What do we do with the passages in the Bible that say that each person is to be judged according to his or her works (Romans 2:6)? Do works matter or do they not?
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Real Talk Christian Podcast093: Are the Gifts of the Spirit for Today?Is the gift of tongues still for today? What about healings? Prophecy? Does the Holy Spirit still bless Christians with every spiritual gift mentioned in the Bible, or are certain gifts no longer given? Questions around the gifts of the Spirit have been asked by many Christians over the centuries and many answers have been given, yet, a general consensus has never been reached as exactly how spiritual gifts operate in today’s church.
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller break down the general views on how the gifts of the spirit operate today, while giving their own opi...2021-05-271h 35
Real Talk Christian Podcast092: How Should Christians Approach Transgenderism?In the last handful of years, conversations around transgenderism have grown to common place to the point where the church now has to ask a question, "How should we think and respond to this movement?" In answering this question and others around the LGBTQ+ community, the church is starting to draw lines in the sand and separating from one another. In doing such, many individual Christians are beginning to also ask questions about transgenderism.
In this episode RTC, Marc and Fuller step into this question with looking to the Bible for answers because if we believe that God created us, w...2021-05-201h 22
Real Talk Christian Podcast091: Should We Fight to Get God Back Into Schools?At some point in your life, you've probably heard the statement that "the nation is going down the tube because we kicked God out of the public schools," or something similar. Is this really the case though? Did the government kick God out, and are we really in trouble because the Bible and prayer have been taken out of the public school?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller discuss this topic and ask questions such as, "Should Christians view the government taking Christianity out of the public school "persecution" or wrong?" "Should Christians fight to keep Muslim beliefs o...2021-05-131h 13
Real Talk Christian Podcast090: What's So Special about Mary, the Mother of Jesus?All around the world, Christians (and even non religious people) know and understand Mary to be a special person in Christian history. Some people believe that she has a special, holy place beside Jesus and that she is one of the key centerpieces of the Christian faith; while other people believe that even though she did give birth to Jesus, there's nothing special about her. So, what are we supposed to do with the Virgin Mary?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller look at "Mary-ology" to better understand the Catholic viewpoint of Mary, and then they discuss how w...2021-05-063h 13
Real Talk Christian Podcast089: 7 Deadly Sins - LustWe're back with another episode from our series on the 7 Deadly sins, and this week, we're covering lust. In this episode, Marc and Fuller talk about the history of the 7 Deadly Sins before jumping into this episodes focus.
Lust is a topic that, although many people know what it is, many believe don't believe that lust truly has the power to do damage to the life of a believer. Unchecked, lust has the power to destroy one's life, family, and testimony. Do we have your attention now? Good. Let's chat.
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Real Talk Christian Podcast088: Cancel Culture: Shalt Thou OffendCancel Culture is a recently developed term, but in the last few years, has transformed the way our society both views and responds to companies and celebrities that speaking something that is either objectionable or considered offensive. Now, as Christians we agree that people need to be held accountable for their actions and that we want to see justice administered; however, there seems to be a big disagreement on what should be considered "cancelable" and how we should respond to people who have "made a mistake" at some point in their past.
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Real Talk Christian Podcast087: How to Impact the Community with Pastor Matt Nichols of Soul Harvest ChurchChurches and Christians have taken many hits over the last few years. From scandals, accusations of misusing church resources, and so many other church failures to having a culture that seems to be doing its best to silence Christians in the public space, it seems that the church is starting to lose its ability to impact the culture around them. We know that this shouldn't be the case, but in a world that seems so "anti God," how are we supposed to bring the Good News of Jesus to them?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller had the o...2021-04-151h 03
Real Talk Christian Podcast086: The Catechism of CommunionCommunion, The Lord's Supper, Holy Communion, the Eucharist, or whatever your Christian tradition calls this ordinance, communion has been the center-piece of Christian practice since the founding of the early church. No matter how long you've been a part of a Christian community, every Christian knows that this ordinance comprises of two parts: the wine/grape juice & bread/cracker, but not every Christian knows the history and different views on how communion is supposed to be viewed in the life of the church.
In this episode, Marc and Fuller break down the historical views of communion, explain its importance throughout c...2021-04-081h 19
Real Talk Christian Podcast085: Focus: Why am I a Christian?If you were having a conversation with someone, and they point-blank asked you, "Why are you a Christian?" would you be able to answer them? Would you be able to answer people's counter arguments to your beliefs?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller have an open conversation about why they are Christians, why they follow Jesus. They explore both personal and intellectual reasons for the faith that they have, and in the process, hopefully help you establish reasons for why you are a Christian.
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Real Talk Christian Podcast083: Sinful ExcusesIn recent years, people have started saying that sin is a made up concept that is designed to keep religious people in line. If you have grown up in a religious home or in the church, you know that sin is a concept that is often preached from the pulpit as an offense towards God. However, it seems that many Christians don't have a clue what sin is, let alone feel the guilt caused by sin. Every wondered, "why?"
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller talk about two different sides of the same coin: why we often make ex...2021-03-1856 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast082: Having Hope in the Middle of Hard News
When everything is out of control, how do we hang on to what's true and right? When loved ones get sick, when family members pass away, when we get the news that we have cancer, how do we have hope in a good God? Is there a way to keep our focus on Him or does this just prove that something is either wrong with us or with Him?
When hard times comes there are only three responses that we can have: chaos, karma, or a higher being. In this episode, we talk about the three different...2021-03-111h 06
Real Talk Christian Podcast080: Witchcraft & WizardryThe worlds of witchcraft and wizardry have taken over our society by storm. Wether it's full fledged demonic possession in movies or the use of crystals to ward off the spirits in the real world, "witches" and "magic" are becoming normal in our culture. Not sure of what to do with all of this, many Christians completely blacklist anything that mentions the word "magic," while others see no problem at all because it seems like magic is just another topic in fantasy and children stories. Battle lines have been drawn in the sand over the recent years, and many...2021-02-251h 03
Real Talk Christian Podcast079: Focus: Church, Should We Reinvent the Wheel?Today's church is often marked by programs, services, worship experiences, outreach events, and custom-tailored events to serve the whole family and surrounding community. Both small church and large churches are doing all they can to do something new and fresh to reach people for Jesus, but is this what the church should be focused on?
In this week of RTC, Marc and Fuller look at ways the church has tried to reinvent the "wheel" of doing church in four key areas and ask the question if it's good that the church has put their focus on these...2021-02-181h 04
Real Talk Christian Podcast078: Focus: The World, The Kingdom, & The BalanceIf Christian aren't supposed to be a part of the this world, should Christians even care about what goes on in the world? If we do care about though, just how much is too much caring?
In this week's episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller start a two part series called "FOCUS," and in doing such, call the church to get their focus back on the right things, including our view of the world and our relation to it. In this episode, they talk about what the world is, God's relation to the world, and how much...2021-02-1053 min
Real Talk Christian Podcast077: Does God Choose Us or Do We Choose God?
In the Christian world, there is a long standing debate of who initiates one's salvation – God or man. Since the days of John Calvin and Jacobus Arminius (and even back to the time of St. Augustine), the question of "Does God choose those who follow Him, or does man have the ability to choose to follow God on his or her own accord?" This view is a big difference between not only those in the Protestant Church, but this belief is also a big divide between the Catholic Church and Protestant denominations.
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller look...2021-02-041h 12