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 Nov 26, 2020
Thursday Nov 26, 2020
2020 has been the definition of a dumpster fire, but is there anything in 2020 that we can be thankful for? In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller discuss how we can be thankful all times and how being thankful manifests itself in our everyday lives. What are we thankful for this year? That's easy! We are thankful for all of you! Happy Thanksgiving!
Links:
The Jesus Bible: https://www.thejesusbible.com
Helpful links:
Choose your listening platform: http://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
Got Questions?: https://www.gotquestions.org
Dwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.io
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://crossformedkids.com
RTC Website: https://www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com
RTC Store: https://teespring.com/stores/real-talk-christian-podcast?page=1
Music used on RTC:
Opening Song: "Joy" by Paul Lindgren
https://open.spotify.com/track/3VcYVaixPlAS1KDVgYo1Dy?si=TqSXguuVQNudJrkcRDDjIA
Closing Song: "Adjust" by Paul Lindgren
https://open.spotify.com/track/16VMY0XxHDo0bLpp6dQpuc?si=a1khJqYTTtWyzeQEbtYGXg
Thursday Nov 19, 2020
Thursday Nov 19, 2020
Have you ever stopped and wondered, "What is my purpose in being a Christian?" Maybe you've thought about that question, and hey, maybe you haven't. At the end of the day, though, we have to have a purpose on this earth, besides just living and dying. Right?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller talk about evangelism and telling people about Jesus. We go into the heart behind telling people about Jesus, some easy ways to share your faith, and even discuss if evangelism is the Christian's sole purpose here on this earth.
Previous episodes mentioned:
22: Finding God's Will for you Life – https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/022-finding-gods-will-for-your-life/
34: The One Sin that Won't Be Forgiven – https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/034-the-one-sin-that-wont-be-forgiven/
60: How should we study the Bible – https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/060-how-should-we-study-the-bible/
63: What is Undeserved Grace – https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/063-what-is-undeserved-grace/
Helpful links:Choose your listening platform: http://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcastGot Questions?: https://www.gotquestions.orgDwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.ioCross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://crossformedkids.comRTC Website: https://www.realtalkchristianpodcast.comRTC Store: https://teespring.com/stores/real-talk-christian-podcast?page=1
Music used on RTC:Opening Song: "Joy" by Paul Lindgrenhttps://open.spotify.com/track/3VcYVaixPlAS1KDVgYo1Dy?si=TqSXguuVQNudJrkcRDDjIA
Closing Song: "Adjust" by Paul Lindgrenhttps://open.spotify.com/track/16VMY0XxHDo0bLpp6dQpuc?si=a1khJqYTTtWyzeQEbtYGXg
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
When someone says the word “worship,” Christians often think of music, a band, a song set, and maybe even lights and haze. But is this the way it’s supposed to be, or is worship more than a beat?
In today’s episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller take a deep dive into Scripture to see just what worship is. Best part? You don’t even need a beat to worship Jesus every day. So what is worship? This week’s episode answers just that question.
Helpful links:Choose your listening platform: http://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcastGot Questions?: https://www.gotquestions.orgDwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.ioCross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://crossformedkids.comRTC Website: https://www.realtalkchristianpodcast.comRTC Store: https://teespring.com/stores/real-talk-christian-podcast?page=1
Music used on RTC:Opening Song: "Joy" by Paul Lindgrenhttps://open.spotify.com/track/3VcYVaixPlAS1KDVgYo1Dy?si=TqSXguuVQNudJrkcRDDjIA
Closing Song: "Adjust" by Paul Lindgrenhttps://open.spotify.com/track/16VMY0XxHDo0bLpp6dQpuc?si=a1khJqYTTtWyzeQEbtYGXg
Monday Nov 02, 2020
Monday Nov 02, 2020
Everyone knows that you never bring up two topics at the family dinner table: religion and politics. Thankfully, we aren't most people.
On this episode of Real Talk Christian Podcast, Marc and Fuller talk about politics and specifically answer the question, "Can Christians be political?" There are so many Christians that combine their faith with a political platform, and we set out to see if that's a Christian idea or a worldly idea that has crept into the faith. We look at governments in the Old Testament and New Testament, if Christians should vote, can Christians serve as political figures, and how Christians should handle political conversations in every day life.
More food for thought:
https://www.bruderhof.com/en/voices-blog/world/christians-dont-fit-into-the-political-system-period-nyt-oped-timothy-keller
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/09/29/opinion/sunday/christians-politics-belief.html
https://subsplash.com/northpointcommunitychurch/media/ms/+78qhcd8
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/confident-politics/
Helpful links:Choose your listening platform: http://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcastGot Questions?: https://www.gotquestions.orgDwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.ioCross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://crossformedkids.comRTC Website: https://www.realtalkchristianpodcast.comRTC Store: https://teespring.com/stores/real-talk-christian-podcast?page=1
Music used on RTC:Opening Song: "Joy" by Paul Lindgrenhttps://open.spotify.com/track/3VcYVaixPlAS1KDVgYo1Dy?si=TqSXguuVQNudJrkcRDDjIA
Closing Song: "Adjust" by Paul Lindgrenhttps://open.spotify.com/track/16VMY0XxHDo0bLpp6dQpuc?si=a1khJqYTTtWyzeQEbtYGXg
Wednesday Oct 28, 2020
Wednesday Oct 28, 2020
IT’S TIME FOR A BONUS EPISODE!
Just like last year, we’re bringing you a special Halloween episode. Last year, we talked about history of the holiday and how Christians should handle celebrating. This year? Let’s talk about aliens, extraterrestrial activity, and if Christians should just go ahead and storm Area 51. With all this so called, "alien activity" happening in our world, should Christians believe that aliens are real, and if aliens are real, what does this mean for our faith?
Get your candy ready. It’s going to be a fun ride!
Last year's Halloween episode:
https://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/014-the-halloween-episode/
Links mentioned in the episode:
Louie Giglio Sermon, "How Great is Our God"
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=atUGBua2AzE
Creation Museum
https://creationmuseum.org
Interesting (and some funny) articles on this topic:
https://biologos.org/articles/what-would-life-beyond-earth-mean-for-christians
https://www.christianitytoday.com/ct/2019/november-web-only/love-thy-extraterrestrial-neighbor-aliens-astrobiology.html
https://www.desiringgod.org/articles/ufos-and-the-laughter-of-faith
https://www.gospelherald.com/articles/70743/20170531/belief-alien-life-harm-christian-s-faith.htm
Music used on RTC:Opening Song: "Joy" by Paul Lindgrenhttps://open.spotify.com/track/3VcYVaixPlAS1KDVgYo1Dy?si=TqSXguuVQNudJrkcRDDjIA
Closing Song: "Adjust" by Paul Lindgrenhttps://open.spotify.com/track/16VMY0XxHDo0bLpp6dQpuc?si=a1khJqYTTtWyzeQEbtYGXg
Wednesday Oct 28, 2020
Wednesday Oct 28, 2020
Grace. Grace is a word that is often used in Christian circles, but outside of salvation, many don’t understand how grace plays a role in our everyday lives. In this week’s episode, Marc and Fuller discuss the topic of grace, define the term, and then discuss how to both receive grace and display grace in both times of peace and times of civil unrest.
Helpful links:Choose your listening platform: http://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcastGot Questions?: https://www.gotquestions.orgDwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.ioCross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://crossformedkids.comRTC Website: https://www.realtalkchristianpodcast.comRTC Store: https://teespring.com/stores/real-talk-christian-podcast?page=1
Music used on RTC:Opening Song: "Joy" by Paul Lindgrenhttps://open.spotify.com/track/3VcYVaixPlAS1KDVgYo1Dy?si=TqSXguuVQNudJrkcRDDjIA
Closing Song: "Adjust" by Paul Lindgrenhttps://open.spotify.com/track/16VMY0XxHDo0bLpp6dQpuc?si=a1khJqYTTtWyzeQEbtYGXg
Thursday Oct 22, 2020
Thursday Oct 22, 2020
Different is good...usually. So, let's try something different! In today's episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller do something different where we asked Janeal, Chris' wife, to put a topic in a sealed envelope for us to answer on the spot, no prep required. This topic is one that you hear everywhere, and if you're breathing, you probably have said this yourself. Let's go!
Helpful links:Choose your listening platform: http://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcastGot Questions?: https://www.gotquestions.orgDwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.ioCross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://crossformedkids.comRTC Website: https://www.realtalkchristianpodcast.comRTC Store: https://teespring.com/stores/real-talk-christian-podcast?page=1
Music used on RTC:Opening Song: "Joy" by Paul Lindgrenhttps://open.spotify.com/track/3VcYVaixPlAS1KDVgYo1Dy?si=TqSXguuVQNudJrkcRDDjIA Closing Song: "Adjust" by Paul Lindgrenhttps://open.spotify.com/track/16VMY0XxHDo0bLpp6dQpuc?si=a1khJqYTTtWyzeQEbtYGXg
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Sin. If you’ve grown up in church, you’ve heard it used quite a bit. If you’re new to the faith, you know it’s bad…but that’s about it. Have you ever asked, “what is sin?” or “how do I know if I did sin?”
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller discuss these questions and more, including why we struggle with sin, how to deal with guilt and shame that comes from sin, should we ever call out other people’s sins, and even the popular phrase, “I love Jesus, but I…”
Helpful links:
Choose your listening platform: http://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
Got Questions?: https://www.gotquestions.org
Dwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.io
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://crossformedkids.com
RTC Website: https://www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com
RTC Store: https://teespring.com/stores/real-talk-christian-podcast?page=1
Music used on RTC:
Opening Song: "Joy" by Paul Lindgren
https://open.spotify.com/track/3VcYVaixPlAS1KDVgYo1Dy?si=TqSXguuVQNudJrkcRDDjIA
Closing Song: "Adjust" by Paul Lindgren
https://open.spotify.com/track/16VMY0XxHDo0bLpp6dQpuc?si=a1khJqYTTtWyzeQEbtYGXg
Thursday Oct 08, 2020
Thursday Oct 08, 2020
In the Christian world, believers know and understand the Bible to be God’s Word. Many pastors, theologians, and philosophers have dedicated their entire lives to learning and discovering everything they can about the Bible, yet, they say that there is always more to learn and discover. You may be like many others and think that if they can’t fully understand the Bible, how can you?
In this episode of RTC, Marc and Fuller talk about the various ways to study the Bible and even give tips and resources to help you better study the Bible. Let’s be honest, the best way to study the Bible is to sit down and read it, but if you want to dive in deeper, this is the episode for you.
Other RTC Episodes mentioned in this episode:
051, Why Should I Pray?: http://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/051-the-importance-of-prayer/
003, How do we live in our culture while not conforming to the culture: http://realtalkchristianpodcast.com/episodes/003-how-do-we-live-in-our-culture-while-not-conforming-to-the-culture/
Links mentioned in this episode:
https://factsandtrends.net/2019/07/02/how-many-protestant-churchgoers-actually-read-the-bible-regularly/
Helpful links:
Got Questions?: https://www.gotquestions.org
Dwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.io
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://crossformedkids.com
RTC Website: https://www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com
RTC Store: https://teespring.com/stores/real-talk-christian-podcast?page=1
RTC Quick links: http://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
Music used on RTC:
Opening Song: "Joy" by Paul Lindgren
https://open.spotify.com/track/3VcYVaixPlAS1KDVgYo1Dy?si=TqSXguuVQNudJrkcRDDjIA
Closing Song: "Adjust" by Paul Lindgren
https://open.spotify.com/track/16VMY0XxHDo0bLpp6dQpuc?si=a1khJqYTTtWyzeQEbtYGXg
Thursday Oct 01, 2020
Thursday Oct 01, 2020
The Purity Culture started as a movement to teach teens and young adults the purpose of sex, dating, and relationships. Although it has great intentions, the movement ended up hurting many who followed the list of do's and don’ts.
A few years ago, Joshua Harris, author of “I Kissed Dating Goodbye,” traveled around the nation, recording people’s testimonies of those who were hurt by this movement. Soon after his travels, he felt the need to rescinding his book and condemn the movement, but does all of this make the Purity Culture movement bad?
In this week's episode, Marc and Fuller discuss the Purity Culture – what it is, what it meant to accomplish, and what it means to live in movement. The Bible talks about sex and purity, but what in the purity culture is biblical and what is someone’s opinions? One way to find out!
Links mentioned in this episode:
https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/article/faqs-know-purity-culture/?amp
Helpful links:
Got Questions?: https://www.gotquestions.org
Dwell Bible App: https://dwellapp.io
Cross Formed Kids from Ryan Coatney: https://crossformedkids.com
RTC Website: https://www.realtalkchristianpodcast.com
RTC Store: https://teespring.com/stores/real-talk-christian-podcast?page=1
RTC Quick links: http://linktr.ee/realtalkchristianpodcast
Music used on RTC:
Opening Song: "Joy" by Paul Lindgren
https://open.spotify.com/track/3VcYVaixPlAS1KDVgYo1Dy?si=TqSXguuVQNudJrkcRDDjIA
Closing Song: "Adjust" by Paul Lindgren
https://open.spotify.com/track/16VMY0XxHDo0bLpp6dQpuc?si=a1khJqYTTtWyzeQEbtYGXg