Real Life Church Podcast

Following Jesus isn’t about keeping a checklist of rules—it’s about allowing Him to change us from the inside out. In week three of MasterClass, Jodi Hickerson continues through the Sermon on the Mount and explores what Jesus teaches about obedience. His invitation isn’t simply to hear His words, but to put them into practice and build our lives on a foundation that can withstand the storms. It’s...

Anger is a real emotion—but what we do with it matters. In week two of *MasterClass*, we continue through the Sermon on the Mount as Jesus challenges us to look beyond our outward actions and examine what’s happening in our hearts. Whether we stuff our anger, let it explode, or use our words to tear others down, Jesus invites us to look at what lies beneath. We’ll discover practical ways to reflec...

What does it actually look like to live differently as a follower of Jesus? In week one of MasterClass, we begin exploring the Sermon on the Mount and Jesus’ call to be the salt of the earth and the light of the world. Rather than separating from the world, conforming to it, or fighting against it, Jesus invites us to make a difference right where we are—to preserve what is good, bring hope into d...

This week, we wrapped up Almost to All In by looking at what it means to go all in with courage. Feeling fear is a part of life, but we don’t have to allow fear to make our decisions for us or overtake obedience. When we know God is in it, we can remember that the battle is His and take the next step He is calling us to take and we see that through Paul’s words to Timothy. In this message we are r...

In week four of Almost to All In, we’re talking about moving from almost surrendered to going all in with Jesus. Through the story of Philip and the Ethiopian man in Acts 8, we see how God positions ordinary people for extraordinary impact, how the Good News of Jesus truly is for everyone, and why obedience doesn’t have to wait until we have everything figured out. For those who have put their fai...

In week two of Almost to All In, we’re talking about one of the hardest steps toward freedom: forgiveness. Holding onto anger and bitterness can keep us trapped in the past, but Jesus offers another way. We’ll discover why forgiveness isn’t forgetting, minimizing the hurt, or waiting until we feel ready—it’s a choice to release our right to get even and trust God with what happened. Whether you ne...

Almost doesn’t change anything. In week one of Almost to All In, we look at what Ephesians 4 teaches about our role in the church and why following Jesus was never meant to be a spectator sport. God has uniquely gifted each of us to serve, build up His church, and make a difference—and He wants our availability more than our ability. What might change if you stopped sitting on the sidelines and si...

It's Next Gen Takeover! Our middle school, high school, and young adults are leading every part of the weekend experience—from greeting guests at the doors and serving throughout the campus to leading worship and sharing the weekend's message. As a church, we believe in investing in the next generation and creating opportunities for them to discover and use their God-given gifts. Today, you'll hea...

In the final week of What Do I Do?, we discover that genuine faith is revealed over time, and we're challenged to lovingly pursue those who have wandered while remaining rooted in the grace of Jesus ourselves.

In Week 7 of What Do I Do, we look at James 4 and confront a truth we all know but often avoid: life is shorter than we think. We are challenged to stop assuming we’ll always have more time and we’re invited to consider what God is calling us to do today.

In Week 6 of What Do I Do?, we explore how to navigate and resolve conflict. As James challenges us, we discover that the conflicts around us often reveal a deeper conflict within us.

In week 5 of What Do I Do, we are reminded how much of an impact we have when it comes to our words. A much needed reminder especially in our world to stop speaking death and to start speaking life.

In week 4 of What Do I Do, we learn that an alive faith, an obedient faith, a saving faith is glad to do what God asks of us because we trust Him as our friend and we love being with him.

In week 3 of What Do I Do, we learn that the most important thing about us is what Jesus did for us. That means that the fundamental piece of our identity is that we are a recipient of mercy. God did not have to, but because of His loving kindness He showed us mercy instead of wrath. And now our response is to extend that mercy to as many people as we possibly can.

In Week 2 of What Do I Do, we continue to look in to the book of James. An invitation to live life consistently, to be slow to speak, and quick to listen just like Jesus says.

In week 1 of What Do I Do, we learn that when we are in the middle of our inevitable trials, we remember who He is and what He has done. We were lost and now we’re found. We were dead and now we’re alive. We were hopeless and now we have a future. Real Life Church Our mission is simple: to help people find and follow Jesus. This channel is dedicated to providing real content to assist you in achie...

When life feels uncertain, it’s easy to wonder if God is still at work. In Ruth 4, we see the story come full circle—what began with loss, grief, and bitterness turns into redemption, restoration, and purpose. What looked ordinary on the surface was actually God moving behind the scenes the entire time. This isn’t just a story about Ruth and Naomi—it’s a reminder that God is writing a bigger story...

Love, risk, and redemption are all on the line. In Ruth 3, the story takes a bold turn as Ruth steps out in courage and Naomi begins to hope again. What looks like an unexpected and risky plan becomes a powerful reminder that God is still working behind the scenes—even in the tension, the waiting, and the unknown. This chapter isn’t just about romance—it’s about trust. Trusting God enough to take...

God’s will isn’t just about where you’re going—it’s about who you’re becoming. In Ruth 2, we see how faithfulness in the ordinary leads to God’s provision in the extraordinary. Ruth simply shows up, does the next right thing, and trusts God with the rest—and that’s where everything begins to change. Even when the path isn’t clear, God is still working behind the scenes. Your job isn’t to figure it...

In Ruth 1, Naomi’s story shows us what it looks like to walk through loss, disappointment, and circumstances beyond our control—and wrestle with trusting God in the middle of it. Even when we can’t see it, God is still at work. And through Ruth’s commitment, we catch a glimpse of the faithful, unshakable love of Jesus.

The resurrection isn’t just something we celebrate, it’s something we can trust. This message explores the evidence, the eyewitness accounts, and how Jesus’ victory gives us confidence, comfort, and courage today. Because light wins.

In this message, we step into Friday—the crucifixion—and wrestle with one of the most important questions ever asked: Why did Jesus have to die? Walking through the final moments of Jesus’ life across the Gospels, we see the weight of sin, the reality of justice, and the depth of God’s love on full display.