Real Live Talk

In this episode, Duke and Denisse Lamastra tackle issues like walking in forgiveness, responding to the Lord in obedience, and enduring correction. It isn't always easy or pleasant but every single time God requires something from us or calls us to a new level of faith, obedience, etc, it is because He wants us to grow and move into a greater level of freedom. There is something extremely freeing about inviting correction from the Lord... when we don't reject or fight against His discipline but actually lean into it.

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If you watched the SuperBowl this weekend you probably saw the commercial "He Gets Us". The ad sparked a ton of controversy. Many Christians are opposed to the idea of presenting Jesus in the light of someone who "Gets everyone" and would go out of His way to wash the feet of sinners and broken people. In this episode we'll consider the different viewpoints and examine the heart behind the campaign from a biblical perspective.

Joe Musten is the lead vocalist of the band Advent as well as the drummer and supporting vocalist of the band Beloved. Joe has been an important figure in the hardcore/post hardcore/metal core music scene. His other bands include The Almost, Torn, and Your Son Is Dead. He currently serves as the youth and young adult pastor at Winston Salem First in Winston-Salem, NC.

In this episode Duke and Joe tackle issues like leadership, faith, deconstruction, mowing the lawn, martyrdom, authenticity, and Bluey.

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Do you ever struggle with Intrusive thoughts? You know... those thoughts that seem to come from out of nowhere that you can't seem to get rid of? It happens to EVERYONE. The problem many people face is they don't recognize that just because those thoughts entered their mind does NOT mean those thoughts belong there! As a child of God, you have been given authority over every negative, Intrusive, destructive thought that comes into your mind. You don't have to put up with those Intrusive thoughts any longer!

In this episode we are delving into some scripture passages that map out our authority as believers over our thought life. The most important conversation you'll have today is the one between your own ears, and in this episode I'm sharing Biblically how to engage in self-talk (meditation) that empowers and brings life.

Duke sits down with Caleb Hyers, Senior Leader of the Resting Place in Tampa, Florida, for a discussion about Artificial Intelligence and its implications and potential impact on our lives and faith communities.

Is A.I. going to take all of our jobs? Or will it open up new opportunities?

Is A.I. going to make us lazy? Or will it free us up to focus MORE on higher level tasks?

In addition to the AI stuff, Duke and Caleb also go down some deep theological rabbit trails and consider some perplexing things like the rapture, the nephilim, the age of the earth, and more.

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For more info and resources from Caleb Hyers, visit www.calebhyers.com

For more info and resources from Duke Lamastra, visit www.simplepowermedia.com

In this thought-provoking episode, Duke sits down with George A. Wood, long-time addiction advocate and author of "The Uncovery", for an in-depth conversation on the negative effects of drug criminalization and alternative approaches to drugs and addiction.

George A Wood is a pastor, author, and speaker. He is a survivor of multiple suicide attempts and today is a passionate recovery and faith activist. His books include "The Uncovery: Understanding the Power of Community to Heal Trauma" and "The Uncovery Devotional". To check out his books, coaching, and more: visit www.georgeawood.com

Disclaimer: The content of this episode is for conversational purposes and is not in any way intended to serve as advice or recommendation.

In this episode, I'm sharing some more thoughts on Artificial Intelligence and this technological revolution that is currently taking place. It's obviously amazing, but it's also super annoying for some very specific reasons.

In this episode of Real Live Talk, Duke sits down with Christina Dent, Author of "Curious" and Founder of "End It For Good", for an in-depth conversation on our current approach to drugs and addiction. Christina invites listeners to consider a health-based and pro-life approach to the drug, addiction, and overdose crisis currently plaguing our planet.

#174 - Rethinking Drugs and Addiction: Christina Dent

For the first episode of 2024, I am sharing my heart and my thoughts on something the Lord starting speaking to me about medway through December: the importance of our attitude.

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This week I'm breaking down two clips: one from stand-up comedian Pete Holmes on the subject of Atheism vs Creationism and the other from renowned astrophysicist Neil DeGrasse Tyson from an interview with Chelsea Handler as he responds to the question, "Do you believe in God?"