Jesus is Real Radio with Daniel Fusco

What are the most important things in your life? What drives your thoughts and actions? Today on Jesus is Real Radio, Pastor Daniel urges you to consider if you are being unfaithful to the Lord by letting other things take priority in your life and heart. Just as an affair will wreck your marriage, spiritual waywardness will upend your life. A note of caution: this message contains difficult topic...

One of the most popular ideals in our culture right now is that you should do what makes you happy, what you think is right for you. But, as Pastor Daniel shares today, God wants more for you than what makes you feel good in the short term. Because He’s perfect, His standards are different from yours, especially when it comes to intimacy and marriage. Please be aware that this message deals with t...

If the past year has shown us anything, it’s that we can change. We can do things differently than we’ve done them before. Well, today, Pastor Daniel asks you if you’re willing to let God have some room to make changes in your heart. You see, you, like everyone else, have areas of your life that don’t line up with God’s preferences. But God wants to transform you from the inside out if you’ll let...

The golden rule- treating someone as you want to be treated- isn’t just something to teach your kids. It’s a truth that you should try to live out in your daily life too. In today’s message, Pastor Daniel shares that you should look for opportunities to act toward others the way you would want them to act toward you. God wants you to live with an others-centered focus, just like Jesus did. Then yo...

Kids notice everything. They pick up on every little thing that you say and do. Well, in today’s message, Pastor Daniel helps you see that God cares about the way you live. He shares that kids aren’t the only ones who are paying attention to what you’re doing. People all around you see the choices you make every day. You’ll be challenged to let your life reflect that Jesus is real and He cares. Yo...

One of the markers of walking with the Lord is that you’re a bit weird. He wants you to be different in how you think and what you do so that you can better reflect who He is. You can see this clearly in today’s teaching about how the Israelites were to treat women taken into captivity during the war. Pastor Daniel explains that God wanted them to be cared for and respected. Unlike the surrounding...

“There’s no ‘I’ in team” is a popular sports motivational quote. And, as corny as it is, it’s very true. In fact, as Pastor Daniel shares today, God wanted the Israelites to not only take responsibility for themselves but for their communities as well. This is hard for us to understand because we live in such an individualistic culture, where self always takes precedence. But God wants His followe...

We hear about fighting and wars that are happening in our world every day. But, did you know that you’re in the midst of a battle right now? In this teaching, Pastor Daniel urges you to recognize that you’re at war against the sin in your life, those things that cause you to stumble and fall. And you have to deal ruthlessly with those things. Because, if you don’t take decisive action, those areas...

Sometimes things just don’t make sense. You can’t wrap your head around it. Well, today, Pastor Daniel shares that there will be times when you can’t make sense of what God is telling you in His Word. You’ll be encouraged to lean into the unknown and ask God to help you understand. Don’t put God in the box of your human ways of doing things, but let Him help you wade through your questions. You mi...

When children are hurt or scared, they want their parents. They want the people they trust to comfort them and keep them safe. Well, today on Jesus is Real Radio, Pastor Daniel explains that Jesus is the ultimate safe place. Just like the Israelite cities of refuge, you’ll learn that He’s always near to you, within reach no matter where you are. Pastor Daniel also shares that Jesus invites everyon...

There are times, especially when things are hard, that you recognize that life is a gift. But, as Pastor Daniel shares today, we don’t often live in that reality. We forget that God gives us life, that we owe it all to Him. But if you keep this truth at the forefront, it changes the way that you think and move in the world. Instead of entitlement and ownership, you’ll be motivated by gratitude and...

Sometimes family traits are really obvious. Whether its physical or in their abilities or personality, for some, the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree. Today, Pastor Daniel shares that God, your heavenly father, wants you to be like Him. God is perfect, holy, and blameless. He doesn’t do anything wrong. And, as His child, you should try to be like Him, a chip off the old block. He'll help you l...

The grass is always greener on the other side. This is a common saying for a reason! We want what other people have because it seems like it’s better than what we have. In today’s message, Pastor Daniel shares that this same issue shows up in regards to the different roles that God gives you. Instead of wanting other people’s jobs, you’ll be encouraged to lean into the calling God has for your lif...

Even if you’re not aware of it, you live by a code of sorts. You have a set of principles that guide your thoughts and decisions. Well, today, Pastor Daniel shares that the reality of the gospel and the truth that Jesus is real should be part of the foundation that impacts a believer’s daily life. You’ll learn that the more you personally connect with your need for rescue, the more you’ll demonstr...

Justice is a hot topic right now. And, with all that’s been going on in the world lately, it’s an important topic to consider. Today on Jesus is Real Radio, Pastor Daniel invites you to study what God says about justice. As you look at the laws and principles God gave the Israelites, you’ll see His heart for justice. He wants the people who follow Him to stand for justice not only in the places th...

It’s easier to see God’s faithfulness in your moments of need. But, if you’re like most people, you tend to relax your grip on the Lord as circumstances smooth out. In this message, Pastor Daniel shares that God keeps telling His people to remember where they came from. Why? Because He wants them to stay humble, to remember their need and how He provided for them. In the same, remembering your nee...

Have you ever seen those timelapse videos of plants growing? It’s amazing to see these tiny seeds take root and shoot up. Well, in today’s message, Pastor Daniel talks about the Israelite’s celebration called the Feast of Weeks. They would gather together and thank God for His provision and the first fruits of their harvest. You see, this festival reminded the Israelites that they were totally rel...

Birthdays. Anniversaries. Holidays. Traditions. There are many ways that you can commemorate something. And these ways of remembering are important because its so easy to forget the significance of what happened. In this edition of Jesus is Real Radio, Pastor Daniel asks you to consider how you commemorate the work that God has done in your life. Like the Israelites’ feasts, you need something to...

You’ve probably come across people who take advantage of the generosity of others. And this may have made you unsure of what to do when people ask for help. Today, Pastor Daniel cautions you to protect your heart from getting jaded or calloused by those who exploit that giving spirit. God’s design is that everyone would be provided for as we help one another. He wants us to lovingly look out for e...

We live in a culture saturated by self-focus. It’s all about doing what benefits you and makes you happy. However, today Pastor Daniel explains that God says living focused on self will never make you truly happy. You’ll discover you’ll be happiest when you shift your attention from yourself onto the Lord and others. True joy is found in living a God and others-centered life. When you choose this,...

Expectations are tricky things. They can do lots of damage, especially if those expectations aren’t met. Well, today on Jesus is Real Radio, Pastor Daniel shares that you can’t expect people who don’t know the Lord to follow His ways. You’ll be challenged to think about how to apply this truth to the relationships in your life. God wants you to be salt and light in the world, to stand out as you l...

For some of you, the idea of family is colored by the brokenness in your own family experience. But, today, Pastor Daniel shares that when you begin a relationship with Jesus, you become part of His family. But, unlike human parents, God loves you with an unconditional, perfect love. You’re His special kid and He’ll help you in every area of your life. Because you’re His child, you have a unique r...

In architecture, the cornerstone is the first stone laid. And it sets the guidelines for every stone that follows. Today, Pastor Daniel explains that Jesus is the cornerstone for your life, the most important thing. Everything else in your life is settled in relation to Jesus. So, when other people ask why your faith is such a big deal, you can tell them that without Jesus everything else falls ap...

You can follow people on Instagram and Facebook and click to like and subscribe on YouTube. But, today, Pastor Daniel shares that the person you should be following is Jesus. You’ll learn that your faith shouldn’t be grounded in a specific church, pastor, or movement, but in the Lord and in the truth of the Word. Following Jesus will let you experience the astounding life God created you to have,...

You can probably find them in the hidden recesses of most kitchens: a secret stash of special foods that you don’t want to share. Today, Pastor Daniel looks at the human tendency to want to keep for ourselves things that should be shared. You’ll be challenged to consider if there are things in your life that you’re unwilling to share with the Lord. Pastor Daniel will help you think through this an...