Real Talk

Is it wrong for Christians to celebrate Halloween? Is there a safe way to engage with Halloween activities, or is it all too intertwined with pagan beliefs? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad unpack the origin of this holiday while discussing what may or may not cross a line as believers.

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Ever hear of the Billy Graham rule or Mike Pence rule? Pastor Brad and Michál discuss what this practice really looks like for the average man and woman in today’s workplace. Is there a practical, God-glorifying way for men and women to work one-on-one together or even be friends?

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So what’s the big deal about gender, gender confusion, or gender identity? Why is the topic of gender so important as Believers? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss how our understanding of gender ties directly to God’s original design for humans as well as practical advice on how to handle this topic in schools and in the workplace. Be sure to check out the specific chapter markers to hit specific parts of this conversation.

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Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad kick off Season Five discussing the purpose of laws. How do laws intersect with the condition of the human heart? How do they intersect with human nature?

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We hear this word being used more and more in mainstream vocabulary, but do most people even have an accurate understanding of the word? How does the Bible help us define what is woke and what is just? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss its origin, its recent transformation, and how this concept relates to the Bible as well as its effect on current culture.'

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The Cancel Culture movement has rapidly risen over the last three years. Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss the potential dangers of this practice. Can any one of us stand against the expectation to live a life of perfection, and how does this movement stand against the Biblical examples of forgiveness, justice, and mercy?

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Deconstruction seems to be the new buzz word especially when it comes to faith. As believers, where should we stand on the topic of deconstructing faith? Should we engage or should we avoid this discussion at all costs? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss why it’s good to ask questions, how Jesus Himself encouraged people to rethink everything, and why we should encourage people to think critically about all things – including our faith.

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Ever hear that line before? Pastor Brad and Michál talk about the role of prophets and the spiritual gift of prophecy. Do prophets still exist today? How does God communicate with us? And how do we know if He’s really delivering a message through someone else?

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It’s the 100th episode! Michál takes Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad back to the beginning as they watch some of their favorite moments from seasons past and talk about the original vision for #RealTalk and how it’s evolved over the last 4 seasons.

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Has the legalization of marijuana changed the way in which we should view the use of this substance? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad dive into the ramifications of legalization. What has the government left unanswered and what should we, ourselves, consider when taking any kind of substance that may or may not control us in ways we haven’t really considered.

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