Real Life Podcast

Giving and tithing always takes faith. Because nobody wants to do it—nobody does it on their own. We have to be commanded, convicted, challenged. But when we do it – our faith proves God’s faithfulness and we get to see firsthand just how faithful He is! Watch this message from Pastor Justin Miller and learn what it means to FREELY give.

What God has given to all of us: His love, his mercy, his grace, his son Jesus, his salvation…it was all given Freely! We didn’t earn it, we don’t deserve it and we could never pay it back— so God’s plan is that we pay it forward. Freely we receive, so freely we shall give! Freely isn’t just a word to remember — it’s a lifestyle that we live! Watch this second message in our Freely series with Pas...

“Until you discover what part of the body you are, you will never live out the fullness of your purpose.” Pastor Mike Gonzalez kicks off our Freely series with a powerful word about our rightful response to our generous God. Words like “sacrifice,” “service” and “submission” aren’t our favorite, but in this message we learn that through submission comes true resurrection. Because Jesus died for yo...

“As long as you know the promises in the Word you can clap back against the enemy!” In this message, Pastor Reward Sibanda teaches us about the Art of War with Jesus on our side. It’s about trusting God’s word over our lives and living in the victory He’s given us. 👏

“All throughout Joseph’s life, we see him get knocked down and hit with crisis after crisis, but we also see God’s provision and protection.” This week Pastor Andy takes us through Joseph’s crises and how God showed up for him. God works with and for us through our struggles! When life keeps hitting, God keeps working!

“That’s the truth about sin – the price is always higher than the payoff.” In this message, Pastor J leads us through the famous story about Samson. Samson’s strength didn’t keep him from sin, but through God’s renewal he was redeemed! We serve a God who works ALL things together for our good and His glory. Have hope that the broken things are being rebuilt by God!

“It’s not about CONTROLLING our emotions – it’s about bringing our emotions under God’s control.” In this message, Pastor Justin Miller walks us through the all-to-real struggle we call ANGER. There is so much strength in being real about our emotions and submitting them to God. We encourage you to be brave in allowing God to see your hurt and fear as you trust in Him!

“The God of the universe promised that He has a plan and purpose for our lives. When we believe this, we’ll begin to minimize our fears and excuses and maximize our faith and destiny.” In this message, Pastor Jeff Wallace walks us through the promises that Jeremiah discovered by fully trusting God. Today we can lay down our excuses and pick up these promises from God!

"In this story, we will find hope as we see Jesus work with saints in the midst of their struggles.” This week, Pastor Mike Gonzalez takes us through Peter’s journey from denying to declaring Jesus. This is a powerful story about the grace of God. Today, YOU can experience Jesus’ grace just like Peter did!

"Humility is the posture of victory. We rise up when we bow down." When we are on God's side, we are able to be in victory. Pastor Justin's message on Joshua's victory is all about learning to be obedient in the struggle. True worship starts with obedience. Choose to be on God's side today, because the battle is already won!

“There’s glory in your story and if you’re not in it yet, then it’s coming.” Pastor Justin brings a powerful message on surrendering our brokenness to God through the story of Jacob. In brokenness there is blessing, there is a purpose in all the pain. Be encouraged: whatever your struggle, surrender it to Jesus and He will bless you through it.

“If we want God’s will, we have to wait for God's when.” In this message we look at Sarah’s struggle with patience. Like Sarah, we need to trust that God’s timing is perfect! Pastor Matt walks us through Sarah’s journey of waiting for God and how we can wait for God. While we wait we can be worshiping, working, and witnessing. Remember that God is faithful to us, even in our times of struggle.

“With God, our failure isn’t final. It’s the first step to a fresh start. If we’re willing to stop suppressing and start confessing. Quit covering up and start coming clean.” This week we take a deeper look at our sin and redemption. Pastor J recalls the story of David, how through his worst sin came the best miracle. In your pain and in your failure look to Him for with God all things are possibl...

With the chaos of this world going on all around us, today more than ever people are questioning life’s fragility. For some, this has even surfaced a fear of dying. What we need to focus on is the eternal life that God offers us through his son, Jesus! Best-selling and award-winning author Lee Stobel joins the Real Life family to share the hope found in God’s Word and teach from his latest book, T...

“God is calling us to get real, so we can get right. To get right with God, you have to get real with God.” In this message, we look at Elijah, a Bible hero, who was known for his triumph yet he struggled, much like us. Pastor Justin walks us through the battle of depression and God’s victory over it. God wants to be within your struggle and He wants to speak to you where you are. Remember that Go...

God wants us to GROW through what we GO through! Pastor Justin brings this first message in our Saints & Struggles series. Apostle Paul’s life was filled with hardships and trials, yet he endured for the sake of the Gospel through God’s grace! In this message you will learn how to find purpose in the pain, how to grow through what we’re going through, and how to trust in the grace of God. There is...

As Christians, we’re not called to do what’s culturally popular and trendy. We are called to do what is morally and ethically right! The last Beatitude found in Matthew 5: 10-12 reads: “Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.” Join pastor Jeff Wallace as we dive into scripture to discover what this means for us, and what our correct respo...

So often, it seems like the world and our lives are in chaos! So much to do, so many things to handle. We need peace. But . . .maybe instead we need to BE the peace. Jesus said, “Blessed are the Peacemakers for they will be called children of God.” Pastor Mike Gonzalez is here to tell us how we can contribute to the peace around us, and become the peacemaker we’re called to be.

Jesus said in the next of the Beatitudes, “Blessed are the pure in heart for they shall see God.” We all want to see God! So, how can we become pure in heart? What does that mean? Good questions, and Pastor Marc Millan will help us understand how to live this one out in his message today.

Mercy - something we love to get, but give? Not so much. We want justice. We want people to get what they deserve. We want to get away with things, but also want to hold others accountable. But wait - Jesus, in the Beatitudes said, “Blessed are the Merciful.” Confused? Pastor Justin Miller makes everything clear in this week’s message - join us!

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness.” Most of us understand what it’s like to be hungry or thirsty. But, how do you hunger or thirst for righteousness? We try to fill ourselves with money, stuff, activities. But, it never works. What will? Pastor Justin Miller gives his insight - and it’s powerful!

How would you describe ‘meek’? Quiet, mousy, wimpy, timid? That’s probably what most of us would say. But, is that what Jesus meant when he told us “Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth”? Join us for our study of the third Beatitude as Pastor Justin Miller unpacks the true meaning of the word ‘meek’ and why Jesus chose those people to receive such a promise!

We’ve all grieved at some point: over a divorce, losing a job, dealing with an illness or death - even mourning over our sin. But, “Blessed are those who mourn”? Often, it doesn’t feel like a blessing. Join Pastor Jeff Wallace as he talks about the different types of mourning and how we CAN be comforted!

Did Jesus talk about blessings? Yep, and we’ve got ‘em in our new series, Lessons on Blessings! The first one says, “Blessed are the poor in spirit”. What does that mean? Does He want us to be sad all the time? Not at all! Listen in, and Pastor J will explain what it really means to be Poor in Spirit and how wonderful the blessings are that follow.

God wants to fill us to overflowing, but what if we're already full? Distractions, desires, and our own demands take up a lot of room in our lives. But, to have a new life we have to be emptied out fully and die to ourselves. Join Pastor Justin Miller as he wraps up our Overflow series and helps us see that empty is the new full.