Advertise on podcast: Real Christian Talk with Pastor Steve

Recent comments from WNBA player Sophie Cunningham have brought the issue of gender and sports back into the forefront of our culture. Should biological men who identify as women be permitted to play in women's sports? The fact that we are having this debate is telling of the state of our societal confusion and decline.  This episode examines how we got here as a society and how Christians should respond in what is not ultimately a culture war or ideological conflict but a spiritual one.

The recent viral announcement by Youtube Influencer Jesse Ridgway and his wife of their choosing abortion over their unborn child's down syndrome diagnosis has ignited a social media firestorm. In this episode, it's shown how the justification and rationale used to defend their decision, gives a rare raw look at the brutal nature of Abortion and the plight of the unborn, particularly any unborn child with special needs.

Space the Final Frontier. I grew up loving that opening to Star Trek, and have always loved all things space. With all the chaos, negativity, polarizing divisions and fear that saturate the current climate our country and world find itself, why is it more important than ever that we look up? What lessons can be found from space exploration? What insights did the Artemis II astronauts share that we all could benefit from that are biblical? Find out in this episode.

Christianity has been under attack from our culture in America for decades, but what happens when Christianity begins to reflect our culture rather than stand out from it? What happens when Christianity is being co-opted by partisan political forces to the degree that our message is minimized, sugarcoated or distorted? What happens to our credibility when we are willing to make moral compromises that are inconsistent with biblical standards? This episode explores why it is imperative that we not allow either the right or left to make Christianity in its image and to remember where our true citizenship and allegiance must always be.

The first month of 2026 has seen our country continue to be increasingly polarized with the recent deaths of two protesters against ICE showcasing our division and selective moral outrage. How should we as Christians respond to moments like this? What is the real answer for how hearts and minds can be changed, and what is the ultimate solution for the ills of our society? The answer is simple, yet profound. And we have a responsibility to share that answer with the lost and hurting around us, now more than ever.

In recent days we've seen an attack on Jews in Australia, a mass shooting at an American University and the murder of a high profile cultural and political activist whose death has spurred callous commentary, similar to the tragic death of Charlie Kirk earlier this year. Clearly our society is broken and weary and with that, it is more important than ever to explore what, "Peace on Earth: Good Will to Men" means and looks like and this is unpacked in this episode.

How should we see the good, the bad and the ugly of life? With the Holiday Season upon us and our drive to look for things we want and be reminded of what we don't have, this episode explores the importance of embracing the life God has assigned and blessed us with and how we can do that.

On this week, over 500 years ago a Catholic monk took a stand against the corruption, lies and abuse that was prevailing in his time and launched what we now know as the Protestant Reformation. We live in dark perilous times that require God's people to stand against the schemes of the devil, but how do we do that? This episode looks at how Ephesians 6:10-18 provide us with a template to do just that.

With the recent brazen political assassination of Charlie Kirk, where does that leave the future of American democracy when sharing your views and opinions can get you murdered virally? How should followers of Jesus respond to this watershed moment in our country and society? Find out in this episode

In a country with churches on every block, Bibles in every home, most Americans simply do not know who Jesus Christ is or what the message of the Gospel is all about. In a recent interview about what he hoped would get him to heaven one day, President Trump's thinking on this mirrors what most Americans would say about what their reasoning would be for what would get them to heaven. The problem is that it's the wrong reason. The Bible says there's only one reason we could go to heaven and his name is Jesus. This episode unpacks the importance of our Gospel understanding and our role in helping others see their need for Christ.

The IRS has recently announced rule changes that allow pastors and churches to blatantly endorse political candidates and to engage in partisan politics, but should we? Should the pulpit be used to endorse political parties, candidates and figures because tax exemption is no longer currently, under threat? This episode explores the reasons this would be more than unwise but actually spiritually dangerous with major ramifications for our witness, our unity and our focus.

With the recent scandal alleging CCM star favorite Michael Tait engaged in sexual misconduct and substance abuse for decades, what are some important takeaways from this scandal and the cascade of others that have befallen the Christian world in recent years? What is God doing in bringing about exposure of abuse and hypocrisy? What are patterns that must be broken in the Christian world? This episode dives into the recent scandal and the need for cleansing, accountability and renewal.

With the whiplash ride of life in 2025, and an ever changing world with uncertainty the unchanging truths of who God is and who we are in Christ must remain the foundation our faith.

2025 is off to a crazy start with wildfire disasters in California, snow in Florida and a major political earthquake with the return of President Trump to power. We live in exciting and perilous times. With the year ahead, how can we as Christians be agents of Change in the times we are living in? As this episode explores, the Gospel and the Great Commission remain the greatest way we can impact those around us for the Kingdom of God.

What is Christmas really about? How can we find joy and peace if our lives are upside down or if the world around us seems so helpless and hopeless? In this episode, we talk about why Christmas is synonymous with Hope.