Jesus is Real Radio with Daniel Fusco

With all that has happened in the world recently, pressing on in hope has become more and more essential. Today, Pastor Daniel reminds you that you can rejoice in hope because of who God is. As you cling to Him, He will grow your capacity to be hopeful regardless of your circumstances. When God is the source of your hope, you don’t have to question whether it will hold up when things go crooked. H...

If you’re honest with yourself, it won’t take you long to come up with a list of times you’ve struggled to love other people well. Passages like the one Pastor Daniel will share with you today challenge you to live differently. But you can’t make these changes yourself. Only Jesus can do this transformational work in you. Pastor Daniel urges you to focus on the Lord and let Him do a radical work i...

Why is it so hard to ask for help? The truth is that many people don’t want to admit that they can’t do it on their own, that they need other people. Well, as you’ll discover today, God designed you to live in community with others. Pastor Daniel shares that you should humbly admit that you’re not the total package. You need others to fill in your gaps, just like they need you to help them. Living...

You can learn a lot about a person by watching how they live their life, by what they say and do. Well, today, Pastor Daniel begins this new series, Amplify, by reminding you that God wants you to live your faith out loud. As you dive into Romans 12, you’ll learn that giving your life over to God and letting Him transform you makes a lot of sense. Jesus sacrificed everything for you. So you can gi...

Sometimes you just need a hug. No matter how old you are, there are bound to be times when you need comfort… to know that you’re not alone. Today, Pastor Daniel shares that God is always there for you, waiting to wrap you in His arms. Don’t worry, He knows how messed up you are. Your deepest secrets won't stop Him from loving you and wanting a relationship with you. God is waiting to give you His...

In sports, coaches often talk about remembering the fundamentals- the foundational skills of the game that are required for success. Well, today, Pastor Daniel reminds you to cling to the fundamental practices of your faith. He encourages you not to get ahead of yourself, but to do the things that God has already told you to do. Building on these foundational practices will help you to stay ground...

Especially in America, people have so much. Whether it’s opportunities, possessions, or freedoms, you are abundantly blessed. Today, Pastor Daniel reminds you that God gave you all you have, even your abilities and giftings, so that you can be a blessing to others. And, though you benefit from these things, God wants you to look around and see how you can use what He’s given you to serve and bless...

If you’ve ever seen pictures of the earth from space, you’ll notice that you can see where the biggest cities are because they’re lit up. Today, Pastor Daniel urges you to be like those cities and let your faith shine brightly. God wants your life to be a beacon in the darkness of this world. When you go through your everyday moments, loving others and serving God, His love shines through you and...

Some people are so hard to buy gifts for. What do you give the guy who has everything? Today, Pastor Daniel lets you in on the secret of what gift God wants most- your life. Just like all the tribes of Israel gave the Lord the same gift, He wants each of you to offer Him your life. You’ll learn that giving your every-day life to God is the best choice you can make because He actually knows what to...

With constant access to social media, it’s no wonder that so many people struggle with comparing themselves to others. Sadly, judging yourself in this way steals your joy and breeds dissatisfaction. In today’s edition of Jesus is Real Radio, Pastor Daniel reminds you that God doesn’t compare you to others and so you shouldn’t either. His good gifts are based on His character and are for your good...

You can see it in movies, video games, & even sports. People want to be a part of something great, to make a difference in the world. Well, today, Pastor Daniel points out that God wants that for you too. He says that even your ordinary moments can be greater and more meaningful than you can imagine when you let the Holy Spirit fill and guide you. Just like the tabernacle, your life can be set apa...

It’s such a good feeling when you make a difference in someone’s life. In today’s edition of Jesus is Real Radio, Pastor Daniel shares that because God made people for relationships, He wants to bless others through you. However, as you’ll hear, God has a plan for how He wants to use you. Pastor Daniel encourages you to ask God how you can be a blessing in the lives of the people around you. Then...

You’re probably familiar with that TV courtroom scene, where the witness stands before the court with their hand on the Bible and swears to tell the truth. Well, today Pastor Daniel shares that God wants you to tell truth without having to “swear in.” In this study, you’ll see that you should strive for integrity with your words and actions. When people can count on the things you say, you reflect...

When you’re swimming, it’s mostly up to you to decide how deep in the water you want to be. As Pastor Daniel shares today, the same is true for your relationship with God. You get to decide how much you want Him to be a part of your life. Though you could do just enough to be right with God, Pastor Daniel encourages you to be “all in” with the Lord. When you keep God at arm’s length you’ll miss ou...

Have you ever experienced a fog so dense that you couldn’t see more than a few feet ahead of you? It’s hard to know which way to go when you don’t have your sight to anchor you. Well, today, Pastor Daniel shares that in the fog of this world, God has cut through the mirk with clear instructions for life. When you’re aware that you messed up, acknowledge your mistakes. Then, when you make it right...

Going against the flow. Marching to the beat of your own drummer. These phrases bring to mind someone who does things differently than everyone else, a counter-cultural person. Today, Pastor Daniel reminds you that following the Lord means that your life won’t look the same as the people around you. How you think about people, the environment, education, entertainment, and everything else will be...

What is strength to you? Someone lifting impossibly heavy weights? A soldier bravely facing the enemy line? Today on Jesus is Real Radio, Pastor Daniel shares that strength may not be quite what you think it is. You’ll discover that a person who embodies true strength is humble and doesn’t have to prove how strong he is. You can see this in the example of Jesus, who, with great strength, loved you...

From small children to those many, many decades old, people want their lives to matter, to have purpose. Today Pastor Daniel shares that God also wants you to have purpose whatever your age or ability. You’ll learn that He designed the priestly structure so that the older, retired priests would take the younger priests under their care, teaching and guiding them. You’ll see that your community can...

Have you ever borrowed something and kept it so long that you forgot that it wasn’t yours to begin with? Well, today, Pastor Daniel reminds you that you’re probably doing that same thing to God. He’s the one who has given you all you have, even the breath in your lungs. Pastor Daniel encourages you to change your thinking and remember that all you have is God’s. You’re just taking care of it. Then...

It’s pretty safe to say that most people want their lives to matter, to leave their mark on the world. Well, today, Pastor Daniel teaches that God wants this for you too! But you can’t do this hiding out in the church or your house- you have to get out there. You’ll learn that God’s hope is that you reach out to the people around you with His love and peace. Choosing to be a part of people’s lives...

Families are made of up people of all ages. A family isn’t just older or younger people, but different ages mixed together. Today, Pastor Daniel shares that God’s family is no different. In fact, you’ll discover that God wants those who are more mature in their faith to help the younger generations grow in their walks with God. Pastor Daniel reminds you that our culture wants to separate us from e...

Integrity. Deep down, we long to be seen as someone who will do what is right even when it’s hard or unpopular. As Pastor Daniel shares in today’s edition of Jesus is Real Radio, many people who walk with God, relegate their faith to only certain areas of their life. But, God wants to be at the center of everything. When you integrate your faith into every aspect of your world, God will help and g...

Comfort. It’s that favorite chair, the one with the grooves worn in it from years of use. People, especially in this culture, long to be comfortable. However, as Pastor Daniel shares today, that’s not always what is good for you. Sometimes it feels safer to cling to your own issues and hurts rather than to let God into those parts of your life. But God wants more for you than this false comfort. H...

Waiting is hard. And living in a culture so used to immediate responses makes it even more difficult. Today, Pastor Daniel encourages you to wait for God to follow through on the things He’s promised. As hard as it may be to sit in the unknown, God is faithful to follow through on what He says He’ll do. And, as you’ll discover, taking things into your own hands never ends well. It’s worth it to be...

Obedience can be forced, but not love. It must be freely given. Today, Pastor Daniel echoes this idea as he begins the series “Camp” in the book of Numbers. Throughout this study, you will see how God always lets the Israelites choose if they will love and serve Him or go their own way. You see, God wants His people to follow Him because they choose to, not because He’s making them. He wants you t...