Real Talk

Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad kick off Season Five discussing the purpose of laws. How do laws intersect with the condition of the human heart? How do they intersect with human nature?Watch the full video here.

We hear this word being used more and more in mainstream vocabulary, but do most people even have an accurate understanding of the word? How does the Bible help us define what is woke and what is just? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss its origin, its recent transformation, and how this concept relates to the Bible as well as its effect on current culture.'Watch the full video here.

The Cancel Culture movement has rapidly risen over the last three years. Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss the potential dangers of this practice. Can any one of us stand against the expectation to live a life of perfection, and how does this movement stand against the Biblical examples of forgiveness, justice, and mercy?Watch the full video here.

Deconstruction seems to be the new buzz word especially when it comes to faith. As believers, where should we stand on the topic of deconstructing faith? Should we engage or should we avoid this discussion at all costs? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss why it's good to ask questions, how Jesus Himself encouraged people to rethink everything, and why we should encourage people to think critically about all things – including our faith.Watch the full video here.

Ever hear that line before? Pastor Brad and Michál talk about the role of prophets and the spiritual gift of prophecy. Do prophets still exist today? How does God communicate with us? And how do we know if He's really delivering a message through someone else?Watch the full video here.

It's the 100th episode! Michál takes Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad back to the beginning as they watch some of their favorite moments from seasons past and talk about the original vision for #RealTalk and how it's evolved over the last 4 seasons.Watch the full video here.

Has the legalization of marijuana changed the way in which we should view the use of this substance? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad dive into the ramifications of legalization. What has the government left unanswered and what should we, ourselves, consider when taking any kind of substance that may or may not control us in ways we haven't really considered.Watch the full video here.

What's the point of church? Is it really necessary as a believer to attend church regularly? Pastor Joe and Michál discuss the value in making church a priority as well as the importance of finding community within the body of Christ.Watch the full video here.

Give “Christians” a google, and unfortunately, some rather unkind words pop up in the search bar. Where are we going wrong in the way we engage with others? How do we speak and reflect the truths of the Bible while still reflecting the love and grace of Jesus?Watch the full video here.

Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss life after death. What does life in heaven or hell look like? And why might God have decided not to give us all the answers in the Bible?Watch the full video here.

As we approach the 2 year anniversary of life with Covid, Pastor Joe addresses the ways we've changed and haven't changed as a result of this virus. What have we begun to worship? What does it actually mean to love your neighbor? How does God intersect in all of this and why is change vitally important?Watch the full video here.

If God is love, doesn't He endorse all kinds of love? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss how to measure the true definition of love as well as the unique ways God expresses His love.Watch the full video here.

It's really old. There's no original copy. It's full of contradictions. What other reasons have you heard as to why the Bible isn't trustworthy? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad tackle these concerns and bring us back to the heart of faith.Watch the full video here.

Ever wondered where dinosaurs fit into the Bible? And what about the theory of evolution? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad address the dinosaur in the room regarding some of those science lessons that seem to conflict with Scripture.Watch the full video here.

Are believers gullible or just unintelligent? Does belief in Jesus fall into the same category as the Tooth Fairy and Santa? Pastor Brad and Michál discuss the logic behind practicing faith.Watch the full video here.

Ever wondered about the origin of God? If God created the world, then who created God? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad kick off this next series of episodes trying to answer some of the most frequently asked questions about God, Jesus, and the Bible.Watch the full video here.

Do Christians have to believe in the virgin birth? Why does it matter? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss why believing in the virgin birth is a necessary piece of our faith that ties directly to our salvation.Watch the full video here.

What does it look like to take risks for Jesus in our daily lives? Pastor Joe and Michál discuss how to discern when God is asking you to take a leap of faith and how proximity to Him helps those decisions feel not so risky.Watch the full video here.

So what's the deal with “Prosperity Gospel?” What's Biblical about it and what isn't? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss the difference between being financially healthy versus financially wealthy.Watch the full video here.

What's the deal with those near-death experience stories? Are they real? Are there Biblical examples of this? Watch as Pastor Brad completely befuddles Pastor Joe as they discuss how the Bible helps give perspective on life, death, and near-death stories.Watch the full video here.

It's a question we've all asked at one point in our lives. Why does God allow bad things to happen? And am I being punished for something? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss what is clear based on God's word versus what's still very unclear because of our limited knowledge here on earth.Watch the full video here.

Ever feel like God isn't answering your prayers or like He's not even listening at all? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss what the Bible has to say about prayer and our own approach to prayer. How much of prayer is talking vs. listening? And how do we keep perspective on how prayer is answered?Watch the full video here.

Most of us have struggled to trust God's timing at least once, if not countless times. Pastor Brad and Michál share examples from their own journey while also discussing what to do in that difficult waiting period and how to keep perspective through it all.Watch the full video here.

In this episode, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad get deep into theology as they wrestle through the concept of being forever saved by the grace of God. Is it humanly possible for us to mess up so big that we lose our salvation or is His grace just too big to allow for human error?Watch the full video here.

In this episode, Pastor Joe and Michál discuss reasons why it might be time to end a relationship. Whether it's an engagement, working relationship, or friendship, what are some key signs you shouldn't ignore when evaluating a healthy vs. unhealthy relationship?Watch the full video here.

In this episode, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss the awkward tension that results when we try to force our faith onto our children. What role do we, as parents, actually play in their decisions? What ownership do we have if they choose to go in a different direction?Watch the video here.

In this episode, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss what Biblical forgiveness really looks like.  Are we really called to forgive and forget? How do boundaries fit into the process of forgiveness and rebuilding trust?Watch the full video here.

In this episode, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss the ways COVID has impacted us as individuals and as a society. Was life really better pre-COVID? Have we grown as a result of the pandemic? How can we use this summer wisely?Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRW7I_hRSlM

Is life stressing you out? Are you taking on too much? In this episode of #RealTalk, Pastor Brad and Michál talk about how to keep yourself from getting maxed out this summer.Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gkbbA7UY6gU

If Christians are so “like-minded,” why do they fight so much? In this episode of #RealTalk, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss what causes dissension among believers and what we can do to disagree well.Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZGrpDSBtGg

In this episode of #RealTalk, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss the value in celebrating our differences. Why is the push to be “color blind” actually a step in the wrong direction and a step away from God’s original design?Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60Hynk4R-fw

Scottish descent, tattoos, and uni-brows? In this episode of #RealTalk​, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad share their lists of similarities. Find out what makes the list as they discuss the value in finding what can unify us instead of divide us.Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qzTZDP-TBs

In this episode of #RealTalk​, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad introduce the next miniseries focusing on how we’re more alike than we typically realize. In a world where focusing on our differences has become so divisive, how can we be more intentional to see our similarities? And how can we learn to celebrate those differences instead?Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDtp-7-Qrwg

In this episode of #RealTalk​, Pastor Joe enjoys some questionable meats. More importantly though, he and Pastor Brad discuss ways to stay engaged during Holy Week.

What does a reduction sauce have to do with the pandemic, social unrest, and an election? In this episode of #RealTalk, Pastor Joe shares his reflections on what God can do using the most unusual ingredients.

We've all shared that juicy "prayer request" that so easily turns into gossip. In this episode of #RealTalk​, Pastor Brad and Michál talk about why we gossip and practical ways to avoid it.

Is cursing wrong? Is it the words that are sinful or the intent behind those words? In this episode of #RealTalk​, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad get to the heart of the matter and look at what the Bible says about our actions.

Do you ever feel shame for not reading your Bible? It can be daunting to even figure out where to start reading. In this episode of #RealTalk, Pastor Joe and Michál discuss what reading the Bible looks like for them and how God can use it.

We can all be a little self-centered sometimes. In this episode of #RealTalk, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss some practical ways we can value others above ourselves with the help of the Holy Spirit.

Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad are beginning a miniseries called "Grow Up". In this episode of #RealTalk, they discuss practical ways we can combat complaining and negativity.

How do we make sense of the tension in our country right now? In this episode of #RealTalk, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss how we can continue seeking God in the midst of chaos.

Does God punish people? In this episode of #RealTalk, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad use the story of Zachariah to show how God disciplines those He loves, always for their good.