Real Talk Christian Podcast
Real Talk Christian Podcast is a Christian podcast focused on honest, thoughtful conversations about faith, culture, and society. What began as a local church teaching ministry—created to provide biblical answers for the world Christians find themselves in—quickly grew into a global platform reaching listeners around the world.
The podcast explores theological topics, practical Christian living, and stories from believers who are striving to engage faithfully in both everyday and difficult conversations.
Come along with us as we continue the journey toward having real conversations for all areas of life.
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Episodes
Thursday Aug 12, 2021
Thursday Aug 12, 2021
Salvation is a "Christianese" word that we like to throw around inside of church and between believers, but do you know what it means? For Christians, it means deliverance from the consequences of our sins and being adopted in God's family. For Christians, we know that salvation only comes through Jesus' work on the cross . . . but have you ever wondered how salvation works for those people who lived before Jesus came to earth?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller continue with the Old Testament conversation of the law to see what the Bible says about salvation in the Old Testament versus salvation in the New Testament.
//Other Episodes You May Enjoy//
101: Are Christians Under the Old Testament Law?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/101-are-christians-under-the-old-testament-law/
087: How to Impact the Community with Pastor Matt Nichols of Soul Harvest Church: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/087-how-to-impact-the-community-with-pastor-matt-nichols-of-soul-harvest-church/
085: Focus: Why am I a Christian?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/085-focus-why-am-i-a-christian/
077: Does God Choose Us or Do We Choose God?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/077-does-god-choose-us-or-do-we-choose-god/
061: Let’s Talk About Sin: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/061-lets-talk-about-sin/
047: Ask RTC Anything, Part 2: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/047-ask-rtc-anything-part-2/
038: Can One Love Without 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
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
Sunday Aug 08, 2021
Sunday Aug 08, 2021
Last weeks episode on "False Teachers in the Church" with Rodney Buse was so amazing that we decided to bring you PART 2! Last week, we looked primarily at what the Bible says about false teachers in the church and how to spot one. This week, we primarily focused in on what to do if you find yourself under the teaching of a false teacher and what the common false teachings in the church are today. We know you'll love this one more than last weeks episode!
Listen to Part 1: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/102-false-teachers-in-the-church-ft-rodney-buse-of-what-does-the-bible-say-podcast/
//Where to Find Rodney Buse and "What Does the Bible Say?"//
YouTube:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFB63TgQNX9Pe-vCmOiodRg
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/bwdtbs/
Website:
https://butwhatdoesthebiblesay.buzzsprout.com
//Other Episodes You May Enjoy//
095: Do Our Works Follow Us After Death?:
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/095-do-our-works-follow-us-after-death
075: Becoming a Peacemaker:
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/075-becoming-a-peacemaker/
074: How to Raise Christian Kids with Ryan Coatney of Cross Formed Kids:
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/074-how-to-raise-christian-kids-with-ryan-coatney-of-cross-formed-kids/
055: What does it mean if the world doesn’t hate us?:
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/055-what-does-it-mean-if-the-world-doesnt-hate-us/
030: Is the church overusing it’s members?:
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/030-is-the-church-overusing-its-members/
025: Cultural & Biblical Christianity:
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/025-cultural-biblical-christianity/
022: Finding God’s Will For Your Life:
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/022-finding-gods-will-for-your-life/
//Helpful Links//
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 Merch Store:
https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com
Thursday Jul 29, 2021
Thursday Jul 29, 2021
In recent years, it seems that people from various camps have been calling popular teachers and pastors "false teachers," but what makes someone a false teacher? Is a false teacher just someone who you disagree with or does there need to be more to their teaching to be considered a "false teacher"?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller are joined by Rodney Buse of "What Does the Bible Say?" to help us all figure out how to spot false teachers in the church and what our steps should be when we realize that we found one.
//Where to Find Rodney Buse and "What Does the Bible Say?"//
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFB63TgQNX9Pe-vCmOiodRg
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bwdtbs/
Website: https://butwhatdoesthebiblesay.buzzsprout.com
//Other Episodes You May Enjoy//
095: Do Our Works Follow Us After Death?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/095-do-our-works-follow-us-after-death
075: Becoming a Peacemaker: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/075-becoming-a-peacemaker/
074: How to Raise Christian Kids with Ryan Coatney of Cross Formed Kids: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/074-how-to-raise-christian-kids-with-ryan-coatney-of-cross-formed-kids/
055: What does it mean if the world doesn’t hate us?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/055-what-does-it-mean-if-the-world-doesnt-hate-us/
030: Is the church overusing it’s members?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/030-is-the-church-overusing-its-members/
025: Cultural & Biblical Christianity: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/025-cultural-biblical-christianity/
022: Finding God’s Will For Your Life: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/022-finding-gods-will-for-your-life/
//Helpful Links//
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 Merch Store: https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com
Thursday Jul 22, 2021
Thursday Jul 22, 2021
In recent years, there has been a big spotlight on the Old Testament Law and if Christians are called to live according to it; so much so that Hollywood and TV Producers have been making TV Shows where the main characters try to live according to the Old Testament Law. Christianity is a continuation of the Jewish faith, which does beckon the question: Should Christians strive to live according to the Old Testament Law? I mean, since God never changes, shouldn't his Law never change, too?
On this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller have a lengthy conversation on the Old Testament Law – it's purpose, design, and place in the Christian life. With looking at both the Old Testament and New Testament, a Christian is able to find a solid answer to this question and understand what God wants them to do with the Law in their every day life.
//Other Episodes You May Enjoy//
079: Focus: Church, Should We Reinvent the Wheel?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/079-focus-church-should-we-reinvent-the-wheel/
064: Can Christians Be Political?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/064-can-christians-be-political/
049: New Heaven, New Earth, New Jerusalem, and Why it even matters.: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/049-new-heaven-new-earth-new-jerusalem-and-why-it-even-matters/
043: If You Could Ask God One Question: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/043-if-you-could-ask-god-one-question/
031: Impacting our
families with the
guys from Dudes
and Dads Podcast: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/dudes-and-dads/
022: Finding God’s Will For Your Life: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/022-finding-gods-will-for-your-life/
005: Christians and Music, Part 1: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/005-christians-and-music-part-1/
//Helpful Links//
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 Merch Store: https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com
Thursday Jul 15, 2021
Thursday Jul 15, 2021
Welcome to Episode 100 🥳 In this episode, Marc and Fuller take questions directly from the RTC family and draw the name of the 2FER GIVEAWAY! Curious as to the questions that were answered? Here’s a few:
Can someone who is not married and have no kids be a pastor or elder?
What are the biggest challenges that people have with coming to Christianity?
Are piercings okay?
How do you move on after someone has hurt you beyond belief?
With the 100th episode being released, we are officially finish season two…but don’t worry, season three is right around the corner!
//Helpful Links//
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 Jul 08, 2021
Thursday Jul 08, 2021
To date or not to date, that is the question that many Christians have when it comes to dating an unbeliever. In todays world, it is hard to find a compatible match, but what is the harm of dating (and eventually marrying) someone who, although may be an unbeliever, is a great match and lets you hold to your Christian values?
This week on the podcast, Marc and Fuller have a no notes, not agenda conversation revolving around the question of "Is it a sin for a Christian to date an unbeliever?" Let's go!
//Other Episodes You May Enjoy//
097: When We Feel Far from God: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/097-when-we-feel-far-from-god/
074: How to Raise Christian Kids with Ryan Coatney of Cross Formed Kids: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/074-how-to-raise-christian-kids-with-ryan-coatney-of-cross-formed-kids/
044: What does it mean to “find your identity in Christ?”: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/044-what-does-it-mean-to-find-your-identity-in-christ/
042: Soul Mates & Finding “The One”: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/042-soul-mates-finding-the-one/
022: Finding God’s Will For Your Life: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/022-finding-gods-will-for-your-life/
//Helpful Links//
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 Jul 01, 2021
Thursday Jul 01, 2021
"No creed but the Bible!" The longer you live, the more you hear this statement said in churches and by Christians. Usually, when people make this statement, they have a good heart because Christians are supposed to follow the Bible, but is there a better way to learn, remember, and recite key Biblical doctrines. For centuries, the Church at large would use confessions or creeds to teach new converts and protect the church for heresy. This was practiced because there wasn't always a completed Bible, and even if there was, most people were illiterate. Since we are literate and have the Bible today, what do we do with all of these Creeds?
In this weeks episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc and Fuller set off to answer this question.
//Other Episodes You May Enjoy//
094: Is Baptism Essential?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/094-is-baptism-essential/
090: What’s So Special about Mary, the Mother of Jesus?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/090-whats-so-special-about-mary-the-mother-of-jesus/
086: The Catechism of Communion: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/086-the-catechism-of-communion/
055: What does it mean if the world doesn’t hate us? https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/055-what-does-it-mean-if-the-world-doesnt-hate-us/
036: What’s Up With All of These Different Denominations?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/036-whats-up-with-all-of-these-different-denominations/
024: Christians & Doubt: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/024-christians-doubt/
020: Who is the Sunday morning church service for, believers or unbelievers? https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/020-who-is-the-sunday-morning-church-service-for-believers-or-unbelievers/
//Helpful Links//
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 Jun 24, 2021
Thursday Jun 24, 2021
Have you ever been at a place where you feel far from God but aren't sure what to do about it? Maybe you pray to God and feel like it stops at the ceiling, or maybe you feel like you've done everything for God but don't feel God presence in your every day life. So many Christians are walking away from God because of feeling far from God, but what should we do?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller share some of their own stories about feeling far from God. Using the Bible, they look at the promises of God and what it means to have faith, all while giving some pointers and tips on what to do when you feel far from God.
In this episode, we also talk about one of our giveaways for episode 100!
//Other Episodes You May Enjoy//
091: Should We Fight to Get God Back Into Schools?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/091-should-we-fight-to-get-god-back-into-schools/
085: Focus: Why am I a Christian?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/085-focus-why-am-i-a-christian/
075: Becoming a Peacemaker: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/075-becoming-a-peacemaker/
051: The Importance of Prayer: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/051-the-importance-of-prayer/
044: What does it mean to “find your identity in Christ?”: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/044-what-does-it-mean-to-find-your-identity-in-christ/
007: The Untamable Tongue: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/007-the-untamable-tongue/
//Helpful Links//
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 Jun 17, 2021
Thursday Jun 17, 2021
Idolatry is often thought of as bowing down and worshipping wooden statues, but what if we told you that idolatry is still present in today’s evangelical church? Would you believe us?
In this week’s episode of RTC, Marc & Fuller discuss idolatry in the church, and ask if it’s as present as some people seem to believe. More than that, they try to figure out what would be some common idols that are creeping into today’s church.
//Links Mentioned in This Episode//
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/how-to-expose-the-idols-in-your-life/
https://ericgeiger.com/2016/01/three-common-idols-in-churches/
//Other Episodes You May Enjoy//
089: 7 Deadly Sins, Lust: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/089-7-deadly-sins-lust/
081: 7 Deadly Sins, Pride: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/081-the-seven-deadly-sins-pride/
070: Do Churches Need Pastors?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/070-do-churches-need-pastors/
057: Un-Christians Celebrities: Do their materials still matter?: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/057-unchristian-ed-celebrities-do-their-materials-still-matter/
//Helpful Links//
Got Questions?: https://www.gotquestions.org
Dwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.io
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://crossformedkids.com
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Merch Store: https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com
Thursday Jun 10, 2021
Thursday Jun 10, 2021
Do our works follow us after death? Growing up in church, you may have heard that the only things that lasts for forever are God and the souls of men, but what about our works that were done here on this earth? If our works don’t matter, than why should we love our neighbor or look after widows and orphans in their distress? What do we do with the passages in the Bible that say that each person is to be judged according to his or her works (Romans 2:6)? Do works matter or do they not?
In this episode, Marc and Fuller set out to answer these questions and other revolving around our works here in this life and what they mean in the life to come.
// Links Mentioned in This Episode //
Halloween Episode 14: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/014-the-halloween-episode/
We Will.... statement from White Stone Church: https://whitestonechurch.org/about/we-will
// Other Episodes You May Enjoy //
001: Does my past effect my future: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/001-does-my-past-effect-my-future/
022: Finding God’s Will for My Life: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/022-finding-gods-will-for-your-life/
024: Christians & Doubt: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/024-christians-doubt/
032: Getting saved only to escape hell: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/032-getting-saved-only-to-escape-hell/
038: Can one love without God: https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/038-can-one-love-without-god/
// Helpful Links //
Got Questions?: https://www.gotquestions.org
Dwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.io
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://crossformedkids.com
RTC Quick Links: https://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
RTC Merch Store: https://real-talk-christian-podcast.creator-spring.com/
RTC Online: www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com