Reaching For Real Life with Sean Azzaro

After Sean shares the unique story of a joyful Valentine's Day weekend out of town, the headlines remain on every newscast FEAR! (Corona Virus, Gun Violence, Plagues of Locusts)! Sean gives some wisdom on how we're to see these threats with a Kingdom and Eternal perspective...trust God and fear not. www.reachingforreallife.org

Sean Azzaro talks with John Meador (Lead Pastor of Cross City Church in Euless, TX) , who created “Can We Talk?” a conversational Gospel sharing method that he'll talk about as a featured speaker at The Real Life Conference (www.reallife.org/conference ). Plus Sean will give you insight on how not to see the seeker or lost as "them"... - it's all "us".

After some Super Bowl review and commentary, Sean introduces a new feature on Leadership with good advice on creating new leaders by you letting go. And then a sneak preview of the wisdom that awaits at The Real Life Conference with Sean's special conversation with Dr. Larry Osborne, author of Sticky Church and Lead Like A Shepherd.

This podcast starts with the reminder that tomorrow is not guaranteed with the passing of Kobe Bryant, his daughter, friends and the pilot. Love and Forgive - Just Do It. Then jumping to other headlines Christianity Today is back with "The Hidden Cost Of Tax-Exemption" and Pastor Sean has something to say about the tone of the piece and the shift in content at CT. As a fan of the church ("A Homer"...

In honor of Monday's MLK Day and Sanctity of Life Sunday, Sean Azzaro gives the state of the union on both, and action steps for the believer and the church...#inclusion #grace. Enjoy! 00:00 - Dr. Rev. Martin Luther King Day - "I Have A Dream" 16:51 - Real Life Conference Update - Feb 28/29 - www.reallife.org/conference 20:20 - Sanctity of Life / Abortion / Death Penalty

Sean Azzaro is happy to announce the release of his first book "A Pilgrim's Guide To The Spirit Filled Life" with a release date of 2/28/20 at the Reaching For Real Life Conference. www.reallife.org/conference

Pastor Sean Azzaro keeps it real with practical ideas on staying disciplined in your prayer life and staying in the Word. One idea is to connect in community specifically at The Real Life Conference (www.reallife.org/conference ). And with another tragedy in a Texas Church, Sean reminds us to not only pray for church, but also the shooter's family. Make your new resolution to subscribe to this pod...

Christmas comes at us faster as we get older. Pastor Sean Azzaro encourages you to slow down with great advice on how not to miss it. Plus what's the best way to reflect your faith with your family over the holidays, especially with that one who's not a fan of even being a part of the prayer. Lots of good ideas and laughs inside. Merry Christmas! 0:00 - INTRO - Slow it down / Christmas Eve Carols...

With the holiday season comes family time, football on the TV...and thanks to the media Colin Kaepernick was back in the news & the issue of racism raises it's head again. Sean breaks out the #realtalk on why it's a sin-issue, and brings it all back to a spirit of gratitude. 00:00 - Intro Theme 02:50 - Thanksgiving / Bears / 05:13 - Colin Kaepernick try-out and protesting cops and the flag 08:40 -...

With a Gold VIP Pass on the grounds of his own church, Sean Azzaro sets up shop backstage in the Real Life Amphitheater on this historic day - the first concert featuring The Newsboys United. Concert Promoter Legend Greg Carnes visits a bit with his behind the scenes look, and then Kevin Max (Poet, Artist, DC Talk) gives his candid take on the state of the music industry and church.

A lot of talk in our Capitalist Country about Socialism as Pastor Sean found himself in a conversation on economics with a business group. What does the Word says about our work, how we're to work, and who we work for. Lift a finger and click play. Email your questions or topic ideas to sean@reachingforreallife.org 0:00 - Intro and Newsboys 9:50 - Stewardship with Scott Barr 32:00 - Genesis: Work...

Sean Azzaro tackles the tough topic of same sex attraction and how should a Christian respond to the world as we align with The Word of God, and how the church should love. And the Real Life Question of the Week is on The Fear of God. Send your questions to sean@reachingforreallife.org . 0:00 - Intro - Everlasting Arms Musical Bed 2:05 - River City November Update - River City Serves - Thanksgivin...

Sean Azzaro gets REAL on the new release from Kanye West: "Jesus Is King" and his new profession of faith. We have a new brother in Christ. Sean also makes the announcement on this years speakers for the Real Life Conference in 2020 focusing on Discipleship. And if you have a Bible or Life question for Sean email that to sean@reachingforreallife.org . The Real Life Question this week is "How do yo...

Sean Azzaro shares an update on the Real Life Amphitheater with big events on the horizon like The Newsboys, Easter Service and Egg-hunt, plus Beth Moore in the Spring of 2020. Sean also gives his take on John MacArthur’s comments at a Theological Conference about Beth Moore. Sean also introduces a new feature: a "Real Life-Hack” for your marriage based on his teaching series called Family Matters...

Best Selling Author and Senior Pastor of Gateway Church, John Burke, joins Sean in an intriguing conversation about the mission and culture of the church, best practices, and gives us a sneak peek of his upcoming special appearance at The Real Life Conference. Time Stamps/Links: Intro: 0:32 Special Guest Intro & Interview - 9:52 Gateway Church Statistics, Culture & Best Practices - 12:58 Creating...

In this podcast episode the Reaching for Real Life tables take a turn. Join in as Sean becomes the guest of an in depth interview about the ministry of the church led by Ryan Azzaro, Worship and High School Ministry Pastor at River City Community Church. Time Stamps/Links: Episode Intro - 0:44 Interview - 6:30 Sean's Wrap Up - 28:48 Sean Azzaro - www.seanazzaro.com River City Community Church - ww...

Sean is joined by Executive Pastor of River City Community Church, Mike McGuire, and together the two focus on the concept and vision of Leadership Forum, a new growth ministry dedicated to embracing the leadership potential within each of us. Time Stamps/Links: NFL Facebook Comment/Response - 1:43 Episode Intro - 4:21 Why focus on Leadership Development? - 6:47 Embracing the learning mentality be...

Criminal District Attorney, Nico LaHood, joins Pastor Sean in a challenging discussion of leveraging the opportunities God has given to each and every one of us. Time Stamps/Links: Introduction - 0:42 Nico's Testimony - 5:00 Passion for Jesus in a Secular World - 13:35 Faith and Politics - 15:43 Leading a Men's Bible Study - 18:25 Navigating the Political Divide - 22:52 Calling in the Place of Inf...

Sean is joined by other members of women in leadership of River City Community Church. Together they continue in the discussion of the blog post, A Letter to My Brothers, by Beth Moore and dive a little deeper into the challenges of being a female leader in ministry. Time Stamps/Links: Sean shares his thoughts on Beth Moore's blog post - 1:00 Discussion with River City Women Leaders - 6:20 Beth Mo...

Sean speaks with Lieutenant Colonel Reservist & Children's Minister Jaime McGuire. The two discuss the challenges, criticisms and successes she has experienced as a female leader in ministry. Time Stamps/Links: Experience Israel 2019 Invitation - 1:15 Sean shares his thoughts on Beth Moore's blog post - 2:17 Discussion with Jaime McGuire - 12:39 Jaime's military leadership & experience - 15:05 Jai...

6 months following the destruction of Hurricane Maria, Sean and Pastor Willy Mayfield discuss how the trust and faith in God helped River City's most recent mission trip to Puerto Rico become a success in building the foundation of redemption for a sister church. Time Stamps/Links: answering the call to leading short term mission trips - 3:34 why Puerto Rico? - 5:45 initial conditions at a glance...

Sean shares his thoughts on the life, legacy, and passing of Reverend Billy Graham, and on the tragic circumstances surrounding the Parkland mass shooting. He also presents a solution for the brokenness of sin in the heart of man leading to rebellion against God. Time Stamps/Links: Billy Graham's passing - 1:17 Parkland Florida shooting - 6:34 Matthew 22:15 - 9:16 Brokenness of sin in the heart of...

Sean interviews Real Life Conference guest speaker, Randy Frazee, and the two discuss how the power of authentic community can lead to a Spirit-filled discipleship journey. Time Stamps/Links: Interview with Randy Frazee - 1:20 Discipleship Challenges - 2:10 Dallas Willard: The Spirit Of The Disciplines- 3:05 Authentic Community & Discipleship - 5:45 Navigating Through a Divided & Hostile Culture -...

Sean discusses the creative conception, implementation and vision for utilizing the Real Life Conference to disciple and develop leaders with Mike McGuire and interviews Real Life Conference guest speaker, Randy Phillips. Time Stamps/Links: creation and implementation of the Real Life Conference - 1:50 interview with Randy Phillips - 8:35 episode wrap up with Sean - 25:00 Sean Azzaro - www.seanazz...

Sean shares his thoughts on humility and seeking wisdom, gives vision plans for his upcoming sermon series, Master Plan and interviews Real Life Conference guest speaker, Peter Heck. Time Stamps/Links: lacking wisdom (James 1:5) - 3:11 recognizing false prophets (Matthew 7:15-20) - 5:58 interview with Peter Heck - 13:32 Real Life Conference info - 28:49 Sean Azzaro - www.seanazzaro.com River City...