Real Talk Christian Podcast
Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller are real Christians having real conversations on faith, culture, and society. Real Talk Christian Podcast started as a local church teaching ministry to provide biblical answers to the world that Christians find themselves in, but the podcast quickly grew to global ministry. Here, you’ll find conversations around theological topics, practical living, and stories from Christians who are striving to have real conversations around both everyday and difficult conversations. Each episode is designed to feel like you’re sitting down with two of your favorite friends. Generally, the first 15-20 minutes of each show is full of laughs, banter, and fun conversations before jumping into the episode’s content. This is designed to help you feel connected with the hosts, bring joy to your life, and provide great answers to your questions.
Episodes

Thursday Mar 31, 2022
137: Why is there evil in the world if God could just get rid of it?
Thursday Mar 31, 2022
Thursday Mar 31, 2022
Why is there evil in the world? Did God create evil? Couldn’t God just eliminate evil? These are all very common questions especially in our world today. Can we answer these questions? On this weeks episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller tackle these hard questions, along with others that pertain to this question. This is not a topic that is easily answered, but Marc and Fuller will do their best. Tune in.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://outreachmagazine.com/features/evangelism/61070-how-do-we-explain-the-slaughter-of-the-canaanites.html
https://www.biblesociety.org.uk/explore-the-bible/bible-articles/bible-qa-why-doesnt-god-stop-all-bad-things-from-happening/
https://www.desiringgod.org/interviews/why-does-god-allow-satan-to-live
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/113-can-we-prove-the-existence-of-god/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/085-focus-why-am-i-a-christian/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/082-having-hope-in-the-middle-of-hard-news/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/077-does-god-choose-us-or-do-we-choose-god/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/038-can-one-love-without-god/
// Helpful Links //
The Christian Standard Bible: https://bit.ly/3rulKqi
Lifeway Christian Resources: https://bit.ly/3qka4Wv
Brew it Forward Coffee Co: https://bit.ly/3k2Iz1Q
Got Questions?: https://bit.ly/3vSMJfq
Dwell Bible App: https://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Merch Store: https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com

Thursday Mar 24, 2022
136: Growing up Christian: Misconceptions Of A “Perfect” Upbringing
Thursday Mar 24, 2022
Thursday Mar 24, 2022
Growing up in church can be hard. Sometimes you can even feel left out because you don’t “need saving”. So where does all of this lead? In this weeks episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Chris F uller sits down with his wife Janeal Fuller as she shares her story and struggle of growing up in a “perfect” Christian family. Tune in to find out how this may help you today.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.barna.com/research/adults-who-attended-church-as-children-show-lifelong-effects/
(newzealand.com)
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/084-forgiveness-why-is-it-so-hard/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/019-when-the-church-hurts-you/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/085-focus-why-am-i-a-christian/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/097-when-we-feel-far-from-god/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/085-focus-why-am-i-a-christian/
// Helpful Links //
The Christian Standard Bible: https://bit.ly/3rulKqi
Lifeway Christian Resources: https://bit.ly/3qka4Wv
Brew it Forward Coffee Co: https://bit.ly/3k2Iz1Q
Got Questions?: https://bit.ly/3vSMJfq
Dwell Bible App: https://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Merch Store: https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com

Monday Mar 21, 2022
Bonus: A Christian Podcaster’s Life - With ”But What Does the Bible Say?”
Monday Mar 21, 2022
Monday Mar 21, 2022
Join in for the discussion on what it's really like behind the scenes in a Christian podcaster's life, with Rodney Buse and Tim Parsons from But What Does the Bible Say?
// Helpful Links //
The Christian Standard Bible: https://bit.ly/3rulKqi
Brew it Forward Coffee Co: https://bit.ly/3k2Iz1Q
Lifeway Christian Resources: https://bit.ly/3qka4Wv
Got Questions?: https://bit.ly/3vSMJfq
Dwell Bible App: https://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Merch Store: https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com

Thursday Mar 17, 2022
135: Ask RTC Anything: Instagram Edition
Thursday Mar 17, 2022
Thursday Mar 17, 2022
Questions, everyone has them, sometimes they are silly and sometimes they are serious. Questions are how we learn more about people, places, things, and let's be honest, the Bible. With so many questions, the whole earth could be filled with answers to questions. In this weeks episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller take on a whole new set of questions. RTC asked Instagram for their questions and Marc and Fuller try to rapid fire answer them. This is a fun episode in which the listener dictates how the show willl go. Strap in for the ride.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/kevin-deyoung/theological-primer-limited-atonement/?amp
https://www.ligonier.org/learn/devotionals/penal-substitution
https://csbible.com/read-the-csb/popular-verses/
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/050-rtc-favorite-moments-from-the-first-50-episodes/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/051-the-importance-of-prayer/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/053-a-christians-response%E2%80%A9to-worldly-authority/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/062-topic-roulette-no-prep-required/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/077-does-god-choose-us-or-do-we-choose-god/
// Helpful Links //
The Christian Standard Bible: https://bit.ly/3rulKqi
Lifeway Christian Resources: https://bit.ly/3qka4Wv
Brew it Forward Coffee Co: https://bit.ly/3k2Iz1Q
Got Questions?: https://bit.ly/3vSMJfq
Dwell Bible App: https://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Merch Store: https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com

Thursday Mar 10, 2022
134: Spiritual Growth: How To Grow Closer To God
Thursday Mar 10, 2022
Thursday Mar 10, 2022
Most Christians can admit, that at times they have felt far from God and long to be closer to Him. Others may feel close, but want to go even deeper, but don't always no how. Often we ask questions like, "How can I reconnect?" "How can I find my way back to God?" "How can I go deeper?" "I've lost my way, what is the path back?" In this weeks episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller go through some of the steps that we can take to strengthen our walk with Jesus. Diving into the answer of the often sought after question "How do I grow closer to God?".
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://lancasteronline.com/features/faith_values/survey-getting-closer-to-god-is-the-prime-motivation-for-those-who-attend-church-regularly/article_aceabb8c-9758-11e8-ab6e-dfb04ae528c9.html
https://csbible.com/read-the-csb/popular-verses/
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/097-when-we-feel-far-from-god/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/078-focus-the-world-the-kingdom-the-balance/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/077-does-god-choose-us-or-do-we-choose-god/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/069-i-know-god-loves-me-but-does-god-like-me/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/060-how-should-we-study-the-bible/
// Helpful Links //
The Christian Standard Bible: https://bit.ly/3rulKqi
Lifeway Christian Resources: https://bit.ly/3qka4Wv
Brew it Forward Coffee Co: https://bit.ly/3k2Iz1Q
Got Questions?: https://bit.ly/3vSMJfq
Dwell Bible App: https://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Merch Store: https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com

Thursday Mar 03, 2022
133: Anxiety And Depression: Is God Still There?
Thursday Mar 03, 2022
Thursday Mar 03, 2022
Anxiety and depression. To say that you have never struggled with either one of these throughout your entire life is a gift in itself. For those who have struggled with it in the past or who currently struggle with it today can tell you it is a living nightmare with little to no hope.
On this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller talk about the personal struggles that they have had or have helped others through. Through all the low times, it can can be difficult to answer the questions: Is God Still there? What should I do if I am depressed or have anxiety? How can I help others that are struggling with depression or anxiety? Marc and Fuller encourage and share their own stories in this somber episode.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
https://www.dbsalliance.org/education/depression/statistics/
https://www.everydayhealth.com/hs/major-depression-health-well-being/surprising-depression-facts/?utm_source=google_search&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=eh_cs_ag_119712464057&utm_content=eh_cs_cid_519267905262
https://www.healthline.com/health/anxiety/anxiety-triggers
https://www.focusonthefamily.com/marriage/depression-reject-the-guilt-embrace-the-cure/
https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/friends-are-for-the-darkness
https://www.focusonthefamily.com/get-help/depression-in-the-christian-family/
https://ca.thegospelcoalition.org/article/how-to-help-someone-with-depression/?amp
https://ca.thegospelcoalition.org/article/how-to-help-someone-with-depression/?amp
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/001-does-my-past-effect-my-future/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/015-conversation-with-paul-lindgreen/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/024-christians-doubt/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/097-when-we-feel-far-from-god/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/122-finding-god-in-the-difficult-times-an-interview-with-jess-ronne/
// Helpful Links //
The Christian Standard Bible: https://bit.ly/3rulKqi
Lifeway Christian Resources: https://bit.ly/3qka4Wv
Brew it Forward Coffee Co: https://bit.ly/3k2Iz1Q
Got Questions?: https://bit.ly/3vSMJfq
Dwell Bible App: https://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Merch Store: https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com

Thursday Feb 24, 2022
132: The 7 Deadly Sins: Gluttony
Thursday Feb 24, 2022
Thursday Feb 24, 2022
Gluttony, this term has long been associated with the Church and over indulging, but does this term strictly relate to food or is there something more? In this weeks episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller take on yet another one of the 7 deadly sins, Gluttony, the sin that most associate with eating and most pastors shy away from preaching on. Yet there is something more to this term "Gluttony" as Marc and Fuller work through this topic that is hardly taught in the church setting. What does being a glutton actual mean and how does it apply to us today? Tune in to find out.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/blogs/kevin-deyoung/but-what-about-gluttony/
https://www.quora.com/At-what-point-in-history-was-being-obese-associated-with-wealth
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3721932/
https://www.christianity.com/wiki/sin/what-is-the-sin-of-gluttony-its-definition-and-consequences.html
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/089-7-deadly-sins-lust/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/081-the-seven-deadly-sins-pride/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/083-sinful-excuses/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/061-lets-talk-about-sin/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/032-getting-saved-only-to-escape-hell/
// Helpful Links //
The Christian Standard Bible: https://bit.ly/3rulKqi
Lifeway Christian Resources: https://bit.ly/3qka4Wv
Brew it Forward Coffee Co: https://bit.ly/3k2Iz1Q
Got Questions?: https://bit.ly/3vSMJfq
Dwell Bible App: https://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Merch Store: https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com

Thursday Feb 17, 2022
131: What Happens To Those Who Don’t Hear The Gospel?
Thursday Feb 17, 2022
Thursday Feb 17, 2022
Over the years, many have speculated on this very important question, What happens to those who never hear the Gospel. Whether it be a loved one from the past or a person in a third world country, many Christians have debated this topic. Some stand on the side of everyone gets a chance and yet others believe that this is not the case. So what is the truth of the matter? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller sort their way through Scripture to try and find a answer to this very important question.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.ligonier.org/learn/articles/are-those-who-have-never-heard-christ-going-hell
What Happens to Those Who Never Hear the Gospel? (thegospelcoalition.org)
What happens to those who have never heard about Jesus? | GotQuestions.org
What About Those Who Have Never Heard? Letter to a 12-Year-Old About Heaven and Hell | Desiring God
What Happens to People Who Never Hear the Gospel? - Radical
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/097-when-we-feel-far-from-god/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/087-how-to-impact-the-community-with-pastor-matt-nichols-of-soul-harvest-church/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/078-focus-the-world-the-kingdom-the-balance/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/066-answering-the-call-of-the-kingdom/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/048-made-in-the-image-of-god/
// Helpful Links //
The Christian Standard Bible: https://bit.ly/3rulKqi
Lifeway Christian Resources: https://bit.ly/3qka4Wv
Brew it Forward Coffee Co: https://bit.ly/3k2Iz1Q
Got Questions?: https://bit.ly/3vSMJfq
Dwell Bible App: https://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Merch Store: https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com

Thursday Feb 10, 2022
130: Should We Waste Our Time On Theology?
Thursday Feb 10, 2022
Thursday Feb 10, 2022
Many people do not think Theology is important, many think it is, and many do not even know what Theology is. In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller discuss what Theology is and why it is important to Christians today. Theology helps us understand and break down why we believe what we believe and how to apply it to our daily lives. So is it important. Tune in and find out.
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/038-can-one-love-without-god/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/029-can-we-have%e2%80%a9-both-faith-%e2%80%a9science/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/060-how-should-we-study-the-bible/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/086-the-catechism-of-communion/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/098-should-we-study-the-creeds/
// Helpful Links //
The Christian Standard Bible: https://bit.ly/3rulKqi
Lifeway Christian Resources: https://bit.ly/3qka4Wv
Brew it Forward Coffee Co: https://bit.ly/3k2Iz1Q
Got Questions?: https://bit.ly/3vSMJfq
Dwell Bible App: https://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Merch Store: https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com

Thursday Feb 03, 2022
129: Missing Books Of the Bible: Should We Believe Them
Thursday Feb 03, 2022
Thursday Feb 03, 2022
The Apocrypha, The Missing Gospels, and The Lost Books, where did they come from and why are they in our Bibles today? On this week episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller dive deep into a much debated topic. The topic of the Non-Canonical books of the Bible. There has been a lot of speculation throughout the years as to whether the book of Enoch, the lost Gospel of Thomas, and many other books have been hidden from the church and that the truth has been left out. Join your Hosts as they discuss where these books came from and if they should indeed be included in Scripture today.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
https://www.christianity.com/wiki/bible/what-are-the-lost-books-of-the-bible.html?amp=1
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Biblical_apocrypha
https://www.christianity.com/wiki/bible/what-is-the-pseudepigrapha.html?amp=1
https://www.christianity.com/wiki/bible/what-is-the-book-of-enoch-and-should-it-be-in-the-bible.html?amp=1
https://www.gotquestions.org/canon-Bible.html
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/060-how-should-we-study-the-bible/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/054-what-to-do-about-bible-translations/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/052-coffee-mug-christianity/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/036-whats-up-with-all-of-these-different-denominations/
// Helpful Links //
The Christian Standard Bible: https://bit.ly/3rulKqi
Lifeway Christian Resources: https://bit.ly/3qka4Wv
Brew it Forward Coffee Co: https://bit.ly/3k2Iz1Q
Got Questions?: https://bit.ly/3vSMJfq
Dwell Bible App: https://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Merch Store: https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com