Real Friends Podcast
This podcast is dedicated to amplifying community within Real Life Community Church. The episodes will include interviews of our Real Life Community Church members and regular attendees. Listen to hear their backgrounds, testimonies, hobbies, and much more. Thanks for listening!
Episodes
43 episodes
Ron and Kay Hamm
Ron and Kay Hamm share their transformative journeys from brokenness to acceptance through faith and community. Their stories highlight the importance of relational evangelism, the strength found in church community, and the significance of Chr...
•
Season 4
•
Episode 4
•
44:52
Quinn Fulgham
What happens when a young Texan's journey through faith, family, and favorite cartoons unfolds on the Real Friends Podcast? Meet Quinn Fulgham, our spirited twelve-year-old guest who shares his story with warmth and sincerity. Alongside Wendy W...
•
Season 4
•
Episode 3
•
46:15
Winston Bales
It is our privilege to introduce a longtime friend of Real Life, Winston Bales, a thirty-eye year member of our church. His deep connection to our current church building, once a bustling hospital where his mother worked, adds a nostalgic touch...
•
Season 4
•
Episode 2
•
50:13
Steven and Janet Ramlal
Ever wondered how a small-town upbringing intersects with a childhood in Trinidad? Listen as Janet shares her roots in Atlanta, Illinois, and the musical legacy of her Assembly of God family, while Steven recounts his grandmother's extraordinar...
•
Season 4
•
Episode 1
•
53:33
Advent 22: The Transforming Power of God's Love
Have you ever considered how love can completely reshape your life? Our final Advent series episode is an emotional exploration of that very idea, guided by the wisdom found in 1 John chapter 4. We unwrap the transformative power of God's love,...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 22
•
14:06
Advent Episode 21: Love's Atonement and the Redemptive Power of the Christmas Story
Embark on a journey into the heart of Advent's most profound theme: love and its atoning power. Today's conversation, enriched by Matthew's daughter, Abby's, insights, shines a spotlight on the often overlooked yet crucial concept of propitiati...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 21
•
8:28
Advent Episode 20: The Life-Giving Love of God
As we extinguish the Advent candles, we linger in the warm glow of our most cherished theme: love. Aided by the profound words from 1 John 4:7-9, we unwrap the Christmas narrative and its portrayal of God's ultimate act of love. This isn't just...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 20
•
8:40
Advent Episode 19: Unearthing Boundless Joy Through Christ
Ready to unearth the boundless joy and identity rooted in Jesus Christ? Brace yourself as we journey into the heart of Christian joy, revealing the life-transforming blessings we've received through Him. From the liberating gift of salvation to...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 19
•
8:25
Advent Episode 18: Joy Through Maintaining a Right View of Self
Ever wondered about the role of humility in maintaining joy, especially in the face of divine favor? Drawing from the biblical story of Mary, mother of Jesus, we explore how she preserved her joy by maintaining an accurate view of herself- a hu...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 18
•
7:08
Advent Episode 17: Joy Through Trusting the All-Powerful God
Ever wondered how to cultivate Christian joy amidst challenging times? This episode is a spiritual journey through Mary’s song, where we explore how she found joy in her moment of fear and uncertainty by seeing God as omnipotent and all-powerfu...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 17
•
7:51
Advent Episode 16: Emulating Mary's Joyful Response to the Divine Proclamation
What if joy isn't just a fleeting feeling, but a profound emotion deeply rooted in the soul? In this episode, we explore how Christian joy is not self-generated but is born out of witnessing the beauty of Christ in the Word and the world....
•
Season 3
•
Episode 16
•
8:10
Advent Episode 15: People of Joy
This episode not only uncovers the joyful identity of Christians but also illuminates the complex nature of Christian joy. It's not about being perpetually upbeat or discarding sorrow; rather, it's about recognizing the profound contentment and...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 15
•
6:46
Advent Episode 14: Trusting God in the High-Wire Act for Divine Peace
As we unpack this episode, we explore the transformative power of obedience in cultivating peace, and turn the spotlight on John 14:27, a beautiful promise from Jesus about gifting His peace to us. Remember, trusting God may be a hi...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 14
•
18:29
Advent Episode 13: Peace Through Obedience
Ever wished for tranquility amidst life's turmoil? We promise an insightful journey that explores achieving enduring peace through obedience to God's commandments in this captivating episode of the Real Friends podcast. Drawing parallels from t...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 13
•
10:09
Advent Episode 12: Peace through Prayer
Does the idea of peace seem elusive to you, a concept that is often mentioned but never truly experienced? Brace yourself for an enriching discussion on how to experience a three-fold peace - with God, within oneself, and with others - and the ...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 12
•
12:13
Advent Episode 11: Peace with Others
In this 11th Advent episode, Chris, Matthew, and Tyler point out the progressive nature of Shalom (peace): Peace with God leads to peace with self, and peace with self leads to peace with others. Learn how to make your family gatherings a littl...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 11
•
11:52
Advent Episode 10: Inner Peace through Jesus
Are you longing for a sense of inner peace? Imagine living in a world where fear, shame, and feelings of inadequacy are replaced with an unshakable peace. As my wife Niki and I journey through our Advent series of the Real Friends podcast, we u...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 10
•
11:25
Advent Episode 9: Peace with God
Ever wondered what peace really means? Well, we've got you covered! Join us as we, Tyler and Rachel, accompanied by our guests, Chris and Matthew, unveil the profound layers of 'shalom' - the Hebrew word for peace. We also explore the intriguin...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 9
•
13:51
Advent Episode 8: Jesus, Charlie Brown, and Peace Beyond Understanding
Ever felt the weight of the world on your shoulders, with anxiety and fear creeping in? Can you imagine releasing those worries, being enveloped in a peace that surpasses all understanding? Join us this week as we discuss the journey to finding...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 8
•
10:44
Advent Episode 7: Sharing the Hope of Advent
Can you envision a Christmas season where the stress and commercialism take a back seat, replaced by a focus on kindness, service, and proclaiming the true reason for the season? Hold on to that thought as we journey together through an episode...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 7
•
9:11
Advent Episode 6: The Hope of Jesus' Return
What if the story of Christmas could provide a beacon of hope for not just today, but also a more promising future? Matthew and Pastor Chris take us on a reflective journey, exploring the dual nature of Advent. They shine a light on the paralle...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 6
•
8:12
Advent Episode 5: The Hope of Purpose
Pastor Chris and Deacon Matthew guide us through a deep exploration of the concept of hope, specifically, the hope of purpose. We navigate the complexities of life's biggest questions, all while drawing from the rich teachings of the Bibl...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 5
•
7:43
Advent Episode 4: Finding Hope Amid Suffering
As we light another candle on the Advent wreath, we invite you to join us in a profound exploration of hope in suffering. We ponder on Romans 5:1-5, reflecting on Jesus' suffering and its implications for our relationship with God, and how it b...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 4
•
10:55
Advent Episode 3: Hope and the Nice List
What if the arrival of Jesus was more than just a historical event, but something that can shape our lives today? That's what we, Chris and Matthew, are exploring in this episode of the Real Friends podcast. We delve into the Advent season with...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 3
•
6:34
Advent Episode 2: The Arrival of Hope
Embark on a festive journey with us as we explore the profound concept of hope in the second episode of our Advent series. We start with the poignant verses from John, Chapter 1. This week, we traverse from the book of Genesis to the tale of Ab...
•
Season 3
•
Episode 2
•
6:21
