The Real Saints Podcast

Have you ever felt like your faith is still there… but the fire isn’t? You still believe. You still go to church. You still serve. But something feels mechanical — like you’re going through motions instead of walking with God. In this episode we talk honestly about a season many Christians quietly experience: spiritual apathy… compromise… and the uncomfortable space between what you say you believ...

In this episode of the Real Saints Podcast, we talk about something simple—but absolutely essential to the Christian walk: Bible study and Christian community. Whether you’re new to the faith, returning after a long season away, or a believer who’s been walking alone, this message is for you. God never designed us to grow in isolation. Using Romans 12 and Acts 2, we explore why the body of Christ...

In this episode of the Real Saints Podcast , Carl reflects on what it truly means to honor God—not just in words, but in the way we live, love, and obey. Drawing from Malachi chapter 1 , this conversation was born out of personal conviction and failure, examining how easily we can offer God “unworthy sacrifices” in our everyday lives—especially in our closest relationships. God reveals Himself as...

In this week’s episode of the Real Saints Podcast , Carl Grande explores how God uniquely works in the lives of different people—and how His sovereign plans often unfold in ways we don’t expect.  Whether you’re a new believer, a seasoned Christian, or someone still exploring faith, this episode invites you to reflect on how God uses ordinary people for extraordinary purposes.  Drawing from Scriptu...

In this week’s episode of the Real Saints Podcast , Carl Grande dives into a powerful and convicting passage from John 5:1–9 — the story of Jesus healing the man who had been an invalid for 38 years by the pool of Bethesda.  This episode explores more than physical healing. It asks a deeper question Jesus posed to the man — and still asks us today: “Do you want to be healed?” Carl reflects on how...

In this episode of the Real Saints Podcast, we take an honest and sobering look at what it really means when Scripture says that people “loved the darkness rather than the light.” Using John 3:16 and John 3:19, Carl unpacks the Greek word agapao (agape) —the same word used to describe God’s self-sacrificial, unconditional love—and reveals a hard truth many believers overlook: We don’t just struggl...

Pride creeps in quietly. Life gets heavy. Stress builds. And before we know it, we’re no longer walking humbly with God—we’re moving in our own strength. In Episode 41 of the Real Saints Podcast, Carl Grande has an honest, Scripture-centered conversation about humility—what it looks like in real life, why we drift in and out of it, and how God faithfully calls us back. This episode explores: • The...

In a world full of philosophies, spirituality trends, and new age ideas, it’s easy to adopt beliefs that feel true but have no foundation in Scripture. In this episode, we unpack why the Bible is essential for truly knowing God, understanding His character, and aligning your life with His will. Carl breaks down key passages like 2 Timothy 3:16 and John 14:27 , showing how the Word of God teaches,...

Welcome back to the Real Saints Podcast, where faith meets culture and our relationships with Christ are strengthened! In this week’s episode, your host Carl Grande unpacks a topic that hits home for every believer—what is truly your first ministry? 👣 We often hear the phrase “my family is my first ministry,” especially among married believers with children. While there’s truth in that, Carl chal...

God loves you… and He’s calling you to LIVE for Him — not just believe in Him. ❤️‍🔥 This week’s episode is all about what it really means to present your body as a living sacrifice, just like Romans 12:1 teaches. We talk about: 🔥 Why saying “I follow God” is easy… but living it requires surrender 🔥 What God has already done for you that logically warrants your full devotion 🔥 Why repentance, o...

In this week’s episode, Carl talks about your faith, and why you should have the faith of a child! Jesus says, “Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven.” Matthew 18:3 What does that mean though? How do we respond this as full blown adults!? Carl breaks it down for you 😉 Enjoy the episode! Join the movement that starts with believer...

In this week’s episode, Carl discusses Godly Character. We want to always honor God… The way we do it, is becoming like Him. The character of God is often described as loving, merciful, holy, and all-powerful .  But wait there’s more! • God is good • God is compassionate & kind • God is patient • God is faithful • God is gracious • God is forgiving • God is righteous And so on… Enjoy the episo...

In this week’s episode, Carl discusses the reasons why we should lay down our lives for each other. In 1 John 3:16, we get some clarity to the matter… It reads, “By this we know love, that he laid down his life for us, and we ought to lay down our lives for the brothers.” If we love Jesus, we will obey Him, and represent Him! Enjoy the episode! Join the movement that starts with believers authenti...

In this week’s episode, Carl discusses problems with sin, and how much of a struggle it can be. May times we keep sinning, keeping failing, and struggling 😖 What are we to make of this? Should we condemn ourselves? Or is satan doing that already? Where is God in these moments of failure? Carl does his best to help in this episode. Join the movement that starts with believers authentically living...

In this week’s episode, Carl shares a story about the love of God ❤️ God loves you, and He wants you to share His love with you with others… Your testimony is one of the most powerful tools in sharing Christ! So, share it! Join the movement that starts with believers authentically living out our faith in the world. 🙌🏽 As Jesus said, “This is what I command you: Love one another.” John 15:17 Beco...

In this week’s episode, Carl discusses the spiritual gifts that the body of Christ has been given! God has given every believer gifts to be used for service! That’s right! FOR SERVICE… To help your friends and family who are believers. Pray and ask God to reveal your spiritual gifts to you… Enjoy! Join the movement that starts with believers authentically living out our faith in the world. 🙌🏽 As...

In this week’s episode, Carl discusses the spiritual actions of faith & hope! The bible tells us how we are to understand these two, and how Christians should use them… Where is our assurance of things not seen? Where is our hope? It is in the gospel! 🙌🏽 ✝️ Enjoy! Join the movement that starts with believers authentically living out our faith in the world. 🙌🏽 As Jesus said, “This is what I...

In this weeks episode, Carl tells you what you need to hear…  Not what you want to hear… What does Jesus really mean when He says those famous words, “Follow Me”? Where do we follow Him to? I’ll give you a hint… It’s death first, then it’s eternal life. Enjoy! Join the movement that starts with believers authentically living out our faith in the world. 🙌🏽 As Jesus said, “This is what I command y...

In this weeks episode, Carl talks about spiritual disciplines, and why they’re important.  There are 3 main disciplines discussed in this episode:  Bible  Prayer  Community  Spiritual fruit comes by maturity. It is not natural for us… Sin is natural for us… The flesh is natural for us…  What can we do to strengthen our walk? Carl breaks down all this and more in this weeks episode! Enjoy! Join the...

In this weeks episode, Carl talks about walking 🚶 with the Holy Spirit 🕊️ What should it look like for believers? What does the bible have to say about it? Carl breaks down all this and more in this weeks episode! Enjoy! Join the movement that starts with believers authentically living out our faith in the world. 🙌🏽 As Jesus said, “This is what I command you: Love one another.” John 15:17 Becom...

In this weeks episode, Carl encourages Christians in regards to prayer 🙏🏽 & waiting on God to answer prayers. Many times during prayer distractions come and interfere with our connecting to God… So, how can we combat that? Try A.C.T.S❗️ Adoration Confession Thanksgiving Supplication What about waiting on prayers? How do we do it? Carl breaks down all this and more in this weeks episode! Enj...

In this weeks episode, Carl encourages believers to memorize God’s word 📖 By memorizing scripture we become more than conquerers! Psalm 119 says, "I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you” My hope is that your relationship with God would deepen, and that you would move from spiritual milk 🍼, to spiritual meet 🥩 with application of God’s word into your life! Enjo...

What do the stories in scripture do for us? 🤔 In this weeks episode, Carl helps new and seasoned believers gain new insights on why biblical stories help us to know God better. What many people consider myths and wise tails, are really profound and deep realities about humans and God. Here is the most important question people have regarding God: Is God good? Biblical stories help us understand t...

In this weeks episode, Carl helps new and seasoned believers engage the word of God. Many times we think we can glean godly wisdom from just a few minutes in God’s word… Or maybe we think a daily devotional will prepare us for the day… However, reading and studying God’s word is so much more than that. There is so much more to it, and we break all that down this week! Join the movement that starts...

In this weeks episode, Carl shares what it means to be ON 🔥 for GOD! Enjoy, and be blessed today! Join the movement that starts with believers authentically living out our faith in the world. 🙌🏽 As Jesus said, “This is what I command you: Love one another.” John 15:17 Become a Real Saint today! https://linktr.ee/Realsaints If you feel led to support: https://venmo.com/u/the_realsaints