Real Talk

Ever wondered where dinosaurs fit into the Bible? And what about the theory of evolution? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad address the dinosaur in the room regarding some of those science lessons that seem to conflict with Scripture. Watch the full video here .

Are believers gullible or just unintelligent? Does belief in Jesus fall into the same category as the Tooth Fairy and Santa? Pastor Brad and Michál discuss the logic behind practicing faith. Watch the full video here .

Ever wondered about the origin of God? If God created the world, then who created God? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad kick off this next series of episodes trying to answer some of the most frequently asked questions about God, Jesus, and the Bible. Watch the full video here .

Do Christians have to believe in the virgin birth? Why does it matter? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss why believing in the virgin birth is a necessary piece of our faith that ties directly to our salvation. Watch the full video here .

What does it look like to take risks for Jesus in our daily lives? Pastor Joe and Michál discuss how to discern when God is asking you to take a leap of faith and how proximity to Him helps those decisions feel not so risky. Watch the full video here .

So what’s the deal with “Prosperity Gospel?” What’s Biblical about it and what isn’t? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss the difference between being financially healthy versus financially wealthy. Watch the full video here .

What’s the deal with those near-death experience stories? Are they real? Are there Biblical examples of this? Watch as Pastor Brad completely befuddles Pastor Joe as they discuss how the Bible helps give perspective on life, death, and near-death stories. Watch the full video here .

It’s a question we’ve all asked at one point in our lives. Why does God allow bad things to happen? And am I being punished for something? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss what is clear based on God’s word versus what’s still very unclear because of our limited knowledge here on earth. Watch the full video here .

Ever feel like God isn’t answering your prayers or like He’s not even listening at all? Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss what the Bible has to say about prayer and our own approach to prayer. How much of prayer is talking vs. listening? And how do we keep perspective on how prayer is answered? Watch the full video here .

Most of us have struggled to trust God’s timing at least once, if not countless times. Pastor Brad and Michál share examples from their own journey while also discussing what to do in that difficult waiting period and how to keep perspective through it all. Watch the full video here .

In this episode, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad get deep into theology as they wrestle through the concept of being forever saved by the grace of God. Is it humanly possible for us to mess up so big that we lose our salvation or is His grace just too big to allow for human error? Watch the full video here .

In this episode, Pastor Joe and Michál discuss reasons why it might be time to end a relationship. Whether it’s an engagement, working relationship, or friendship, what are some key signs you shouldn’t ignore when evaluating a healthy vs. unhealthy relationship? Watch the full video here .

In this episode, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss the awkward tension that results when we try to force our faith onto our children. What role do we, as parents, actually play in their decisions? What ownership do we have if they choose to go in a different direction? Watch the video here .

In this episode, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss what Biblical forgiveness really looks like.  Are we really called to forgive and forget? How do boundaries fit into the process of forgiveness and rebuilding trust? Watch the full video here .

In this episode, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss the ways COVID has impacted us as individuals and as a society. Was life really better pre-COVID? Have we grown as a result of the pandemic? How can we use this summer wisely? Watch the full video here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WRW7I_hRSlM

Is life stressing you out? Are you taking on too much? In this episode of #RealTalk , Pastor Brad and Michál talk about how to keep yourself from getting maxed out this summer. Watch the full video here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gkbbA7UY6gU

If Christians are so “like-minded,” why do they fight so much? In this episode of #RealTalk, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss what causes dissension among believers and what we can do to disagree well. Watch the full video here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PZGrpDSBtGg

In this episode of #RealTalk, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad discuss the value in celebrating our differences. Why is the push to be “color blind” actually a step in the wrong direction and a step away from God’s original design? Watch the full video here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=60Hynk4R-fw

Scottish descent, tattoos, and uni-brows? In this episode of #RealTalk​, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad share their lists of similarities. Find out what makes the list as they discuss the value in finding what can unify us instead of divide us. Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6qzTZDP-TBs

In this episode of #RealTalk​, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad introduce the next miniseries focusing on how we’re more alike than we typically realize. In a world where focusing on our differences has become so divisive, how can we be more intentional to see our similarities? And how can we learn to celebrate those differences instead? Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hDtp-7-...

In this episode of #RealTalk ​, Pastor Joe enjoys some questionable meats. More importantly though, he and Pastor Brad discuss ways to stay engaged during Holy Week.  Watch the full video here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DJVzCUZkKU8

What does a reduction sauce have to do with the pandemic, social unrest, and an election? In this episode of #RealTalk, Pastor Joe shares his reflections on what God can do using the most unusual ingredients. Watch the full video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7EW42Meiibo

We've all shared that juicy "prayer request" that so easily turns into gossip. In this episode of #RealTalk​, Pastor Brad and Michál talk about why we gossip and practical ways to avoid it. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gmb_zQFpJ2E  

Is cursing wrong? Is it the words that are sinful or the intent behind those words? In this episode of #RealTalk​, Pastor Joe and Pastor Brad get to the heart of the matter and look at what the Bible says about our actions. Watch the video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sFM5HWzoC7k  

Do you ever feel shame for not reading your Bible? It can be daunting to even figure out where to start reading. In this episode of #RealTalk, Pastor Joe and Michál discuss what reading the Bible looks like for them and how God can use it.