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Robert came to church high, expecting to give God one hour before returning to life as usual. But becoming a father forced him to confront his childhood and break the cycles he didn’t want his son to repeat. In this episode, Robert shares how church, community, and forgiveness led him to fully surrender his life to Christ. From healing the wounds caused by his absent father to leading young athletes in prayer, his story shows how one surrendered life can begin transforming an entire family. Facebook | facebook.com/juanmartineztv Instagram | instagram.com/thejuandrlove Website | https://www.juanmartinez.tv Book | https://juanmartinez.tv/books/ Heavican | https://www.heavicans.com ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S BOOK, "PRISON BREAK"! https://a.co/d/5cQCLzR ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S NEW BOOK, “That’s Crazy. NO, THAT’S GOD!” TODAY! https://a.co/d/6HTpnNk

God is good, even on your worst day. Your circumstances may change, but His character never does. In this episode of This Is Real, Pastor Juan shares why one bad moment doesn’t have to become a bad day, how gratitude changes what we notice, and why we can rejoice even when life doesn’t go our way. Your difficult moment is not the whole story. God is still working, God is still with you, and God is still good. Key Verse: “This is the day the Lord has made; let us rejoice and be glad in it.” Psalm 118:24 Scriptures Referenced: James 1:17, Psalm 34:8, 2 Corinthians 4:17, John 16:33, 1 Thessalonians 5:18, and Nahum 1:7. Facebook | facebook.com/juanmartineztv Instagram | instagram.com/thejuandrlove Website | https://www.juanmartinez.tv Book | https://juanmartinez.tv/books/ Heavican | https://www.heavicans.com ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S BOOK, "PRISON BREAK"! https://a.co/d/5cQCLzR ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S NEW BOOK, “That’s Crazy. NO, THAT’S GOD!” TODAY! https://a.co/d/6HTpnNk

Pastor Bonita opens up about being molested by a family member at nine years old and carrying the pain, shame, and false belief that it was her fault. For years, she hid what she was feeling behind a smile. In this honest conversation, she shares how God began healing the parts of her story she tried to forget and helped her walk through one of the hardest decisions of her life: forgiveness. This is a real conversation about childhood trauma, identity, healing, and the freedom that comes when we allow God into the places we’ve kept buried. Facebook | facebook.com/juanmartineztv Instagram | instagram.com/thejuandrlove Website | https://www.juanmartinez.tv Book | https://juanmartinez.tv/books/ Heavican | https://www.heavicans.com ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S BOOK, "PRISON BREAK"! https://a.co/d/5cQCLzR ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S NEW BOOK, “That’s Crazy. NO, THAT’S GOD!” TODAY! https://a.co/d/6HTpnNk

On this episode of This Is Real, Pastor Bonita shares what it was like raising two young boys while Brian was battling addiction and serving time in prison. She was working full-time, paying bills she couldn’t afford, accepting collect calls, putting money on his books, and driving to visit him every month. On paper, it didn’t make sense—but God continued to provide. Brian opens up about the damage his addiction caused and the moment Jesus met him behind bars. Bonita shares why she stayed, how she knew his change was real, and the work it took to rebuild their lives. This is a real conversation about addiction, prison, forgiveness, restoration, and what can happen when Jesus steps into a broken story. Please understand that every situation is different, and it is not always healthy or safe to stay. Facebook | facebook.com/juanmartineztv Instagram | instagram.com/thejuandrlove Website | https://www.juanmartinez.tv Book | https://juanmartinez.tv/books/ Heavican | https://www.heavicans.com ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S BOOK, "PRISON BREAK"! https://a.co/d/5cQCLzR ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S NEW BOOK, “That’s Crazy. NO, THAT’S GOD!” TODAY! https://a.co/d/6HTpnNk

In this episode, I sit down with special guest Mandi Delcampo. She grew up in church and encountered the Holy Spirit at a young age, but years of compromise, divorce, shame, and condemnation left her wondering if God would ever take her back. Mandi opens up about rededicating her life to Jesus, battling torment in her mind, and discovering who she truly is through the Word of God. Her story proves that no matter how far you think you’ve gone, the grace of God can still find you. This is a real conversation about surrender, identity, being born again, and why we need both Spirit and truth. Facebook | facebook.com/juanmartineztv Instagram | instagram.com/thejuandrlove Website | https://www.juanmartinez.tv Book | https://juanmartinez.tv/books/ Heavican | https://www.heavicans.com ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S BOOK, "PRISON BREAK"! https://a.co/d/5cQCLzR ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S NEW BOOK, “That’s Crazy. NO, THAT’S GOD!” TODAY! https://a.co/d/6HTpnNk

ANGLK was once known as Powda in the Houston rap scene. She started making music as a teenager, spent years partying and smoking, and built a life far from God. Then Jesus got her attention. In this episode, ANGLK shares how God began changing her from the inside out, how He freed her from a 25-year dependence on weed, and how the transformation in her life began impacting her husband and children. Now, the same woman who once made music celebrating the life she was living is using her music and testimony to point people back to Jesus. This is a story of redemption, surrender, and the power of a life completely changed by God. Facebook | facebook.com/juanmartineztv Instagram | instagram.com/thejuandrlove Website | https://www.juanmartinez.tv Book | https://juanmartinez.tv/books/ Heavican | https://www.heavicans.com ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S BOOK, "PRISON BREAK"! https://a.co/d/5cQCLzR ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S NEW BOOK, “That’s Crazy. NO, THAT’S GOD!” TODAY! https://a.co/d/6HTpnNk

Compromise rarely starts with one big decision. It starts with something small that we keep looking at, entertaining, or justifying. In this episode of This Is Real, Juan Martinez sits down with Christian on a Mission, formerly known as Lucky Luciano, to talk about leaving an old identity behind, the influence of music and culture, temptation, spiritual warfare, community, and learning to fully surrender to God. They also get into what happens when God changes the plans you thought He gave you—and how those moments can reveal what’s really in your heart. Following Jesus isn’t just about what we leave behind. It’s about becoming more like Him. Facebook | facebook.com/juanmartineztv Instagram | instagram.com/thejuandrlove Website | https://www.juanmartinez.tv Book | https://juanmartinez.tv/books/ Heavican | https://www.heavicans.com ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S BOOK, "PRISON BREAK"! https://a.co/d/5cQCLzR ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S NEW BOOK, “That’s Crazy. NO, THAT’S GOD!” TODAY! https://a.co/d/6HTpnNk

What if God grows your faith through the small miracles before the big ones? In this episode of This Is Real, I sit down with my friend, Pastor Juan Cáceres, to talk about trusting God one step at a time. From planting a church with one family in a laundry room to seeing God do the impossible, his story is a powerful reminder that God is faithful. "Sometimes we want to experience a big miracle, but faith grows with small miracles." If this conversation encouraged you, don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and Share. Facebook | facebook.com/juanmartineztv Instagram | instagram.com/thejuandrlove Website | https://www.juanmartinez.tv Book | https://juanmartinez.tv/books/ Heavican | https://www.heavicans.com ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S BOOK, "PRISON BREAK"! https://a.co/d/5cQCLzR ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S NEW BOOK, “That’s Crazy. NO, THAT’S GOD!” TODAY! https://a.co/d/6HTpnNk

For too long, many Christians have learned about sex, relationships, and intimacy from culture instead of Scripture. In this honest conversation on This Is Real, Pastor Juan sits down with licensed therapist Elizabeth Westbrook to discuss pornography, purity culture, sexual trauma, marriage, intimacy, healing, therapy, and God's design for relationships. Together, they explore difficult questions many believers have but are often afraid to ask: How does trauma affect marriage? Can Christians struggle with pornography? What does healthy intimacy really look like? Is therapy biblical? How do we hold onto truth while showing compassion? Whether you're single, dating, engaged, or married, this conversation offers practical wisdom and biblical insight to help you pursue healing, freedom, and healthy relationships. If this episode encouraged you, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to hear it today. Facebook | facebook.com/juanmartineztv Instagram | instagram.com/thejuandrlove Website | https://www.juanmartinez.tv Book | https://juanmartinez.tv/books/ Heavican | https://www.heavicans.com ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S BOOK, "PRISON BREAK"! https://a.co/d/5cQCLzR ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S NEW BOOK, “That’s Crazy. NO, THAT’S GOD!” TODAY! https://a.co/d/6HTpnNk

Randy "Shadow" Joaquin was one of Houston's first Mexican hip-hop producers, known for his work in the music industry and his connection to Dope House Records. But behind the music was a man searching for hope. After losing his family and hitting rock bottom, Randy cried out to Jesus—and everything changed. In this episode of This Is Real Show, he shares how God restored his marriage, called him back after a season of backsliding, and gave him a new purpose. From Dope House Records to prison ministry, Randy's story is a powerful reminder that no one is beyond God's grace. If this episode encouraged you, be sure to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs hope today. Facebook | facebook.com/juanmartineztv Instagram | instagram.com/thejuandrlove Website | https://www.juanmartinez.tv Book | https://juanmartinez.tv/books/ Heavican | https://www.heavicans.com ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S BOOK, "PRISON BREAK"! https://a.co/d/5cQCLzR ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S NEW BOOK, “That’s Crazy. NO, THAT’S GOD!” TODAY! https://a.co/d/6HTpnNk

What happens when God strips away everything you’ve been relying on? In this episode of This Is Real, Lucky Luciano shares the powerful story behind his Revival album and the season that transformed his life. From brokenness, family struggles, and marriage restoration to a life-changing encounter with the Holy Spirit, this conversation reveals how God uses pain to produce purpose. Join Pastor Juan and Lucky as they discuss surrender, dependence on God, authentic revival, and why true transformation always starts with the heart. If this episode encouraged you, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs it. Facebook | facebook.com/juanmartineztv Instagram | instagram.com/thejuandrlove Website | https://www.juanmartinez.tv Book | https://juanmartinez.tv/books/ Heavican | https://www.heavicans.com ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S BOOK, "PRISON BREAK"! https://a.co/d/5cQCLzR ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S NEW BOOK, “That’s Crazy. NO, THAT’S GOD!” TODAY! https://a.co/d/6HTpnNk

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What does “family first” actually mean in today’s culture? In this episode of This Is Real, the conversation gets honest about how easy it is for families to build their lives around sports, schedules, success, and busyness while slowly pushing God to the side. This isn’t about being against sports or extracurricular activities. It’s about priorities. Is Christ truly at the center of the home, or is He only getting what’s left over? This conversation dives into: • Why discipleship starts in the home • Sports culture and Sundays • Parenting with biblical values • The danger of busyness replacing discipleship • What real “family first” looks like A powerful and necessary conversation for parents, leaders, and families trying to keep God at the center in today’s world. Subscribe for more real conversations, real problems, and real solutions. Facebook | facebook.com/juanmartineztv Instagram | instagram.com/thejuandrlove Website | https://www.juanmartinez.tv Book | https://juanmartinez.tv/books/ Heavican | https://www.heavicans.com ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S BOOK, "PRISON BREAK"! https://a.co/d/5cQCLzR ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S NEW BOOK, “That’s Crazy. NO, THAT’S GOD!” TODAY! https://a.co/d/6HTpnNk

What happens when you keep ignoring the truth you already know? In this episode of This Is Real, Stephanie and I have a real conversation about accountability, consequences, relationships, and why so many people keep repeating the same cycles. We talk about why people say they want accountability but really want agreement, how emotions can become louder than wisdom, and why not every hard season is spiritual warfare; sometimes it’s the result of the choices we made. From red flags in relationships to discipleship, surrender, and personal responsibility, we unpack why people ignore truth, blame everyone else when things fall apart, and struggle to receive correction from the very people they asked to lead them. This conversation is honest, challenging, and for anyone tired of repeating patterns, ignoring red flags, and wondering why life keeps falling apart. Facebook | facebook.com/juanmartineztv Instagram | instagram.com/thejuandrlove Website | https://www.juanmartinez.tv Book | https://juanmartinez.tv/books/ Heavican | https://www.heavicans.com ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S BOOK, "PRISON BREAK"! https://a.co/d/5cQCLzR ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S NEW BOOK, “That’s Crazy. NO, THAT’S GOD!” TODAY! https://a.co/d/6HTpnNk

Today’s This Is Real episode is a real one. I sit down with my friend, Pastor Ray Vara, a husband, father, pastor, and someone who has been through a lot in life. Ray opens up about his story, from selling drugs to help his mom, to heartbreak, healing, and how Jesus completely changed his life. We talk about manhood, fatherhood, identity, relationships, and what it means to grow from a boy mindset into the man God is calling you to be. This conversation is honest, real, and one I think every man, and every person raising one, needs to hear. LIKE, COMMENT & SUBSCRIBE for more real conversations that point people to Jesus. Facebook | facebook.com/juanmartineztv Instagram | instagram.com/thejuandrlove Website | https://www.juanmartinez.t Book | https://juanmartinez.tv/books/ Heavican | https://www.heavicans.com ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S BOOK, "PRISON BREAK"! https://a.co/d/5cQCLzR ORDER YOUR COPY OF PASTOR JUAN MARTINEZ'S NEW BOOK, “That’s Crazy. NO, THAT’S GOD!” TODAY! https://a.co/d/6HTpnNk