Let’s Be Real
A space for honest, thoughtful discussions about the Bible, Christianity, and everyday life with real-world application for real people like you and me.
“What Is Home?”
Is home a place? An idea? A feeling? We use the word a lot, but as Christians, what should it really mean for us to be at home?
What Kind of Christian Are You Outside of Church?
What if you were really rude to a stranger on Saturday, and then they showed up at your church on Sunday morning?
The Importance of Knowing A Person’s Worth
The way we treat others is a reflection of how much we think they’re worth. So it matters that we, as Christians, understand just how valuable God says people are…
A Cure for Anxiety
It’s humanly impossible to never feel anxious. But with Jesus, you and I don’t have to worry…
Good People Go to Hell
They say that the road to hell is paved with good intentions. It’s also paved with good deeds…
“If God Is for Me…”
Romans 8:31 says, “If God is for us, who can be against us?” But that doesn’t mean that our hopes, dreams, plans, and endeavors can never be thwarted…
Wannabe Butterflies & Fake Faith
Caterpillars that become butterflies look just like caterpillars that don’t up until that transformation either does or doesn’t take place. The same can be true with real Christians versus fakes…
Don’t Miss What God’s Doing in Your Meltdowns
A true story about a modern-day Jonah, a God who's still as patient and merciful as He ever was, and how His way is always best .…
It Happened on a Thursday
Those who take their own lives sometimes believe they’re doing the world a favor. But that couldn’t be further from the truth…
Why I’m Not Scared to Wrestle with God Anymore
Have you ever struggled to reconcile God’s goodness with what you’re seeing and experiencing in real life? Me too…
I Love a Lot Like Judas
I like to think I love like Jesus, but truth be told, when I love like me, I look more like Judas…
Artificial Intelligence and the Gospel
As Christians, should we take advantage of the new opportunities made possible with the use of artificial intelligence (AI)?
Do I Look More Like Jesus or a Pharisee?
Jesus warned His followers to be careful not to become like the Pharisees, and with good reason…
What We Know about the End
People have been speculating about the end times and the second coming of Jesus since He ascended into heaven. Here’s what you and I can know for sure…
When Friends Aren’t Friends Forever
As Christians, how do we reconcile the loss of a friendship between Believers with what the Bible teaches about Christian relationships?
Pouring Our Hearts out in Prayer
When it comes to our prayers, where does God draw the line between us being honest with Him, and us being inappropriate?…
The Process of Being Made Usable
We all want to have purpose. But there is a preparing involved, for us to realize that purpose. This is the process of being made usable…
The Night God Saved My Life
At age 20, I was on the verge of suicide. As a last resort, I called upon God to save my life… and that’s exactly what He did…
“Oh Well, That’s Just Life”
When something bad happens, we sometimes say, “Oh well, that’s just life.” But as Christians, maybe there’s a better way for us to respond…
The Heart Is Deceitful above All Things
When someone hurts us — like, really hurts us — it’s hard not to wallow in the feelings that well up within us. But when left unchecked, our feelings can distort our perception of reality…