Real Truth for Today

Pastor Jeff Schreve welcomes Bishop E.W. Jackson to discuss the spiritual and moral direction of America and the responsibility Christians have to stand for truth. Drawing from the downfall of Judah, they examine what can happen when a nation rejects God’s Word and turns away from biblical principles.

Pastor Jeff and Bishop Jackson discuss America’s founding, racial reconciliation, the importance of a biblical worldview, the role of pastors in preserving freedom, and the growing influence of socialism. They also address abortion, assisted suicide, cultural decline, the church’s responsibility to be salt and light, and the need for Christians to remain engaged in their communities and government.

Throughout the conversation, the message is clear: Christians must not remain silent. They are called to stand in the gap, contend for truth, pray for their nation, share the Gospel, and faithfully pass the blessings of liberty on to the next generation.

Pastor Jeff Schreve focuses on the authority and reliability of God’s Word, reminding listeners that Scripture—not culture, politics, or human opinion—is the foundation for truth. He highlights Ken Ham’s defense of biblical authority and discusses the importance of viewing science and today’s cultural issues through the lens of Scripture.

Pastor Jeff also examines the growing popularity of socialism and communism, the importance of private property and personal responsibility, and Ronald Reagan’s warnings about the loss of freedom. He challenges Christians to remain engaged in their communities and government while keeping their highest priority on sharing the Gospel. The program closes with an encouragement to pray, stand for what is right, shine for Christ, and tell others about Jesus.

Pastor Jeff Schreve welcomes Rod Martin, founder and CEO of Martin Capital and an early member of the PayPal team, to discuss some of the biggest cultural, political, and technological issues facing America today. They examine the rapid growth of data centers and artificial intelligence, concerns about surveillance and privacy, the importance of nuclear energy, and the consequences of falling behind in technological development.

The conversation also addresses accountability, the biblical understanding of good and evil, the rise of socialism and communism, and the importance of maintaining a moral foundation rooted in Scripture. Throughout the discussion, Pastor Jeff and Rod emphasize the need to view today's issues through a biblical worldview and to stand firmly on God's truth in a culture increasingly moving away from it.

Pastor Jeff discusses the biblical account of creation and the age of the earth, drawing from Ken Ham’s arguments for a literal six-day creation and the authority of Scripture. He also addresses the fossil record, the Genesis flood, the origin of death and disease, and the question of whether Christians should place greater trust in God’s Word or human reasoning.

The conversation then turns to Genesis as the foundation for a biblical worldview, including the distinctions between men and women and the cultural debates surrounding gender and athletics. Pastor Jeff also takes calls from listeners who share their thoughts on creation, the biblical flood, and the evidence of design pointing to a Creator.

Pastor Jeff Schreve explores what it means to trust God when faith is tested and the world around us seems increasingly hostile to biblical truth. Drawing from Scripture, Pastor Jeff discusses God’s faithfulness, the consequences of unbelief, salvation by faith in Jesus Christ, and the assurance believers have in Christ.

The program also addresses current cultural and political issues, religious persecution, the importance of standing firmly on God’s Word, and the need for Christians to live lives that demonstrate genuine faith. Pastor Jeff emphasizes the importance of sharing the gospel with others while allowing God to work in their hearts.

Listeners will also hear encouraging calls from Christians seeking to share their faith with friends and family, along with a reminder that we have the greatest message of all—the hope of eternal life through Jesus Christ.

Pastor Jeff Schreve welcomes author, historian, and economist Dr. Lawrence Reed to discuss the ideas, faith, and principles that shaped the founding of America. Reed shares stories from his new book, Born of Ideas: How Principles, Faith and Courage Forged America, including the significance of the Mayflower Compact, the influence of Christianity on the Founding Fathers, and the character of figures like George Washington and Benjamin Franklin. Together, they explore what the founders believed about liberty, government, moral character, and the responsibility of preserving a free nation for future generations.

What is the biblical responsibility of a pastor? In this episode of Real Truth for Today, Pastor Jeff Schreve examines Peter’s command to “shepherd the flock of God,” explaining that pastors are called to lead, feed, care for, and protect the people entrusted to them.

Pastor Jeff discusses why pastors must be willing to speak the truth in love—even when cultural and moral issues are controversial. He explores the role of the church in preserving biblical truth, the importance of protecting believers from spiritual danger, and why Christians must remain faithful to Scripture rather than simply follow the culture.

The conversation also addresses salvation, sanctification, and the importance of knowing what Scripture says about eternity. Pastor Jeff cautions against assuming someone is in heaven simply because they were kind, popular, or admired, emphasizing that salvation comes through genuine faith in Jesus Christ.

Pastor Jeff Schreve and Dr. Chris Schroeder explore the destructive “green-eyed monster” of jealousy and envy through the story of Miriam and Aaron’s jealousy toward Moses in Numbers 12. They explain the difference between envy—wanting what someone else has—and jealousy—fearing the loss of what we have—and show how both are rooted in pride and insecurity. Through biblical examples including Joseph, Jonathan and David, and the prodigal son, they discuss sibling rivalry, comparison, competition, ministry, relationships, and the temptation to measure our worth by someone else’s success. The conversation points listeners toward humility, gratitude, contentment, and keeping their eyes fixed on Christ rather than comparing themselves with others.

What happens when a father wounds his children through abuse, absence, anger, neglect, or a lack of affirmation? On today’s Real Truth for Today, Pastor Jeff Schreve sits down with Dr. Mike Courtney, founder of Branches, to discuss the deep and lasting effects of the “father wound.”

Dr. Courtney shares openly from his own painful childhood, including his father’s struggles with bipolar disorder, anger, abandonment, and infidelity, and how those experiences affected his own life, marriage, ministry, and relationship with his children. He explains how wounds from one generation can be passed to the next—and how God’s grace can break that cycle.

Pastor Jeff and Dr. Courtney also discuss the importance of finding our identity and worth in Christ, being honest about our failures, setting healthy boundaries, and learning to forgive even when a parent never apologizes. Most importantly, this conversation offers hope that it is never too late for God to bring healing and restoration to a wounded family.

In this episode of Real Truth for Today, Pastor Jeff Schreve examines the futility of life without God and the emptiness that comes from pursuing fame, success, money, pleasure, and recognition as sources of fulfillment.

Reflecting on the tragic death of actress Hayden Panettiere, Pastor Jeff discusses the dangers of finding one's identity and purpose in fame and worldly success. He turns to the book of Ecclesiastes and Solomon's search for satisfaction, emphasizing that even the wisest and wealthiest man in the world discovered that everything “under the sun” is ultimately empty when God is left out.

Pastor Jeff explains that people were created by God and for God, and true satisfaction cannot be found in anything the world offers. He encourages listeners to put God in His rightful place as King of their lives, learn from the failures of others, and seek the Lord rather than temporary pleasures.