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.
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Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
As we enter into one of the most holy and sacred weeks in the Christian calendar, what we now call "Holy Week," we want to help you prepare your heart, mind, and soul for what is to come on Easter Sunday. Each day leading up to Easter (and on Easter Sunday), we are going to be following the traditional church Holy Week calendar and have a reading for each of the days, including:
Palm Sunday
Holy Monday
Holy Tuesday
Spy Wednesday
Maundy Thursday
Good Friday
Black Saturday
Resurrection Sunday
Today, we're going to be focusing on Holy Tuesday.
Learn more about Real Talk Christian Podcast at https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com
Monday Apr 14, 2025
Monday Apr 14, 2025
As we enter into one of the most holy and sacred weeks in the Christian calendar, what we now call "Holy Week," we want to help you prepare your heart, mind, and soul for what is to come on Easter Sunday. Each day leading up to Easter (and on Easter Sunday), we are going to be following the traditional church Holy Week calendar and have a reading for each of the days, including:
Palm Sunday
Holy Monday
Holy Tuesday
Spy Wednesday
Maundy Thursday
Good Friday
Black Saturday
Resurrection Sunday
Today, we're going to be focusing on Holy Monday.
Learn more about Real Talk Christian Podcast at https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com
Sunday Apr 13, 2025
Sunday Apr 13, 2025
As we enter into one of the most holy and sacred weeks in the Christian calendar, what we now call "Holy Week," we want to help you prepare your heart, mind, and soul for what is to come on Easter Sunday. Each day leading up to Easter (and on Easter Sunday), we are going to be following the traditional church Holy Week calendar and have a reading for each of the days, including:
Palm Sunday
Holy Monday
Holy Tuesday
Spy Wednesday
Maundy Thursday
Good Friday
Black Saturday
Resurrection Sunday
Today, we're going to be focusing on Palm Sunday.
Learn more about Real Talk Christian Podcast at https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Thursday Apr 10, 2025
Marc went live over in the Facebook group to talk all about Pontius Pilate. Over the last few weeks, we have received a few different questions about Pontius Pilate, including:
Was Pontius Pilate real?
Why didn't Pontius Pilate just release Jesus if he knew Jesus was innocent?
Why does the Church Creed blame Pontius Pilate for Jesus' death even though Pilate washed his hands of Jesus' death in the Bible?
We hope this conversation is a blessing to you this Holy Week!
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*Note, this episode was originally released in 2024.
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Thursday Apr 03, 2025
Ever 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
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/074-how-to-raise-christian-kids-with-ryan-coatney-of-cross-formed-kids/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/073-being-pro-life-after-birth-ft-andrew-wood-of-knoxville-hope-resource-center-knoxvillehope/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/058-can-christians-wrestle-with-doubt/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/048-made-in-the-image-of-god/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/002-is-disney-causing-our-kids-to-walk-away-from-christianity/
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https://www.youtube.com/@realtalkchristianpodcast
The Christian Standard Bible: https://csbible.com
Lifeway Christian Resources: www.lifeway.com
Got Questions?: www.gotquestions.org
Dwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.io
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://www.crossformedkids.com
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com
Twin Valley Coffee: https://www.coffeehelpingmissions.com
Revive festival : Music Festival | En Gedi Music Fest | Leonidas, MI (myrevivefest.com)
Toccoa Coffee:https://toccoacoffee.com
RTC Merch-https://rtcpodcast.redbubble.com
Let Them Live: https://letthemlive.org
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Thursday Mar 20, 2025
Show Notes::
Heaven is a place of bliss, where we will be reunited with our loved ones and worship the King forever. But has our vision of heaven been tainted by the thoughts of man? In this week's episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc Hyde and Chris Fuller discuss some of these misconceptions about heaven and what the Bible gives us a some truth into what eternal life will look like.
//Resources Used In This Episode//
1. "Heaven is a Boring, Eternal Church Service”
Many imagine heaven as an unending church service where people sing hymns forever.
a) Heaven is a place of eternal worship (Revelation 7:9-10).
b) Heaven is also described as a place of joy, fulfillment, and purpose. In Revelation, John speaks of the nations bringing their glory into the New Jerusalem, suggesting vibrant activity (Revelation 21:24-26).
c) Isaiah speaks of people building and enjoying their work in the new creation (Isaiah 65:21-22).
2. “Heaven is Just a Spiritual State”
Some believe heaven is purely a non-physical, spiritual existence.
Scripture speaks of a "new heaven and new earth" (Revelation 21:1) where God’s people will dwell in resurrected, physical bodies (1 Corinthians 15:42-44). This indicates a tangible, physical reality.
3. “We Become Angels in Heaven”
The idea that humans transform into angels after death is popular in media and culture.
Yet, we see in scripture that angels are distinct beings created by God (Psalm 8:5; Hebrews 1:14).
Humans retain their identity but are glorified and perfected in heaven (Philippians 3:21).
4. “Heaven is for Everyone, Regardless of Belief”
A common misconception is that everyone automatically goes to heaven.
While God desires all to be saved (2 Peter 3:9), entrance into heaven requires faith in Jesus Christ. “I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.” (John 14:6).
5. “Heaven Will Be an Escape from Responsibility”
Some view heaven as a place of eternal leisure, with no responsibilities or meaningful work.
The Bible states that, in the new creation, believers will serve God (Revelation 22:3). This service will be fulfilling and joyful, without the toil and frustration of earthly labor (Genesis 3:17-19 vs. Isaiah 65:21-23).
6. “Heaven is Our Final Destination”
It’s often assumed that heaven is where Christians spend eternity after death.
Heaven is an intermediate state where believers are with Christ after death (Philippians 1:23). However, the ultimate destination is the new heaven and new earth, where heaven and earth are united and God dwells with His people (Revelation 21:3).
7. “We’ll All Look the Same”
The idea that we’ll lose our individuality in heaven is a common fear.
Revelation 7:9 describes a great multitude from every nation, tribe, and language worshiping God together. This implies that diversity and individuality are preserved in heaven.
8. “Heaven is a Second Chance After Death”
Some believe that people will get a second chance to choose Christ after they die.
The Bible teaches that judgment comes after death (Hebrews 9:27). Decisions about faith in Jesus must be made in this life.
9. "Our Loved Ones Become Guardians Watching Over Us”
Many believe deceased loved ones watch over us from heaven.
While believers in heaven are aware of God’s plan unfolding (according to Hebrews 12:1), there’s no evidence they actively intervene in earthly affairs. Only God has omniscience and control over our lives.
10. "We’ll Forget Everything About Earth”
Some think that all memories of earthly life will be erased in heaven.
Scripture suggests continuity between this life and the next. For example, Jesus retained His scars after His resurrection (John 20:27), and believers will likely remember God’s faithfulness in their earthly lives. However, we can speculate that painful memories will no longer bring sorrow (Revelation 21:4).
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/183-what-will-the-new-heaven-and-earth-look-like/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/049-new-heaven-new-earth-new-jerusalem-and-why-it-even-matters/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/181-where-did-jesus-go-when-he-died/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/168-am-i-spiritually-ready-a-look-at-matthew-251-13/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/131-what-happens-to-those-who-dont-hear-the-gospel/
// 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://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com
Twin Valley Coffee: https://www.coffeehelpingmissions.com
Revive festival : Music Festival | En Gedi Music Fest | Leonidas, MI (myrevivefest.com)
Toccoa Coffee:https://toccoacoffee.com
RTC Merch-https://rtcpodcast.redbubble.com
Let Them Live: https://letthemlive.org
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Thursday Mar 06, 2025
Show 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/#:~:text=Fear%20tells%20us%20that%20sharing,might%20turn%20away%20from%20you.
Romans 8:31-39, Colossians 4:2-6, 1 Peter 3:13-17, 2 Timothy 2:14-19
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/235-why-is-it-so-hard-to-share-my-faith/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/169-how-to-share-your-faith-with-unbelievers/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/224-what-does-it-mean-to-fear-the-lord/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/060-how-should-we-study-the-bible/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/178-what-is-the-trinity-and-why-do-we-believe-it-part-1/
// 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://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com
Twin Valley Coffee: https://www.coffeehelpingmissions.com
Revive festival : Music Festival | En Gedi Music Fest | Leonidas, MI (myrevivefest.com)
Toccoa Coffee:https://toccoacoffee.com
RTC Merch-https://rtcpodcast.redbubble.com
Let Them Live: https://letthemlive.org
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
Thursday Feb 20, 2025
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 the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life." – John 3:16
"I am my beloved's and my beloved is mine; he browses among the lilies." – Song of Solomon 6:3
"Greater love has no one than this, that someone lay down his life for his friends." – John 15:13
"Be devoted to one another in love. Honor one another above yourselves." – Romans 12:10
“ You shall love your neighbor as yourself." – Matthew 22:39
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/238-love-for-others-signs-of-a-mature-christian/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/149-how-can-we-love-the-unloveable/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/027-speaking-the-truth-in-love/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/038-can-one-love-without-god/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/243-what-is-the-armor-of-god-and-why-is-it-important/
// 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://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com
Twin Valley Coffee: https://www.coffeehelpingmissions.com
Revive festival : Music Festival | En Gedi Music Fest | Leonidas, MI (myrevivefest.com)
Toccoa Coffee:https://toccoacoffee.com
RTC Merch-https://rtcpodcast.redbubble.com
Let Them Live: https://letthemlive.org
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Thursday Feb 06, 2025
Show 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/
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/251-big-christian-words-atonement/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/239-big-words-christians-should-know-justification-sanctification/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/060-how-should-we-study-the-bible/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/204-should-we-not-care-about-theological-debates-and-just-want-jesus/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/205-why-do-we-need-church-history/
// 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://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com
Twin Valley Coffee: https://www.coffeehelpingmissions.com
Revive festival : Music Festival | En Gedi Music Fest | Leonidas, MI (myrevivefest.com)
Toccoa Coffee:https://toccoacoffee.com
RTC Merch-https://rtcpodcast.redbubble.com
Let Them Live: https://letthemlive.org
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Thursday Jan 23, 2025
Wrath, 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.org/seven-deadly-sins.html
//Other Episode You Might Enjoy//
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/081-the-seven-deadly-sins-pride/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/089-7-deadly-sins-lust/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/132-the-7-deadly-sins-gluttony/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/162-the-7-deadly-sins-greed/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/207-7-deadly-sins-envy/
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/229-7-deadly-sins-slothfulness/
// 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://bit.ly/3zUYq8E
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://bit.ly/3h19isZ
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com
Twin Valley Coffee: https://www.coffeehelpingmissions.com
Revive festival : Music Festival | En Gedi Music Fest | Leonidas, MI (myrevivefest.com)
Toccoa Coffee:https://toccoacoffee.com
RTC Merch-https://rtcpodcast.redbubble.com
Let Them Live: https://letthemlive.org