Real Life Ministry
A podcast for Christians living in America. Talking about the constant struggles that we face in life. Teaching and educating the followers of Jesus Christ to Live Free and Live Strong.
Episodes
60 episodes
Live Panel Q&A: Israel, Islam, Iran and A Christian Response
We close out the series with a live panel that tackles Israel, Islam, Iran, and the church’s responsibility to think and speak with biblical precision. We aim for conviction without hatred by separating people from politics and letting Scriptur...
One Mission, Two Teams. Israel and The Church: Pastor Ryan Rice
We trace the rise of anti-Semitism as a moral and spiritual warning sign and refuse to treat it like just another news cycle. We walk from Genesis to Revelation to show God’s mission to bless the nations, why the church is grafted in by grace, ...
FATHER'S DAY Special Episode: Father-Son Interview: How A Pastor Builds Culture, Coaches Leaders, And Guards Commitment
We unpack a practical blueprint for integrity in ministry, from five-star leadership to coaching through misalignment, and share how clarity tools shape a healthy staff and volunteer culture. We also talk Bible habits, accountability, and why c...
Do Rights Come From God Or Government? Lt. Col. Allen West
We invite you to wrestle with a single question that shapes every debate in America: do our rights come from God or from government. Lt. Col. Allen West challenges us to reconnect Scripture, the founding ideals of the United States, and the cou...
God’s Covenant With Israel Has Not Expired: Dr. Darryl DelHousaye
We walk through the Bible’s storyline to ask what Israel is, how Israel differs from the church, and why God’s covenant faithfulness still shapes how we think about the modern nation of Israel. We push back on political discipleship and choose ...
A Former Muslim Explains Why Grace Wins: Special Guest: Al Fadi
A Saudi-born Muslim trained to resist Christianity moves to the United States and gets shaken, not by an argument, but by a couple who simply shows up with kindness. That small, steady love becomes the crack in the wall, and it starts a long jo...
Solomon’s Marriage Secrets: Covenant, Community, Covering
We unpack Solomon’s wedding procession in Song of Songs to show why marriages thrive when they are sacred, safe, and supported. We share practical steps for building covenant commitment, choosing wise friends, and seeking family and church cove...
Winning the War Within: Fighting Temptation and Sin
Every man feels the pull: a thought, a glance, a little justification—and before we know it, we’ve crossed a line we swore we’d never cross. In this episode, we unpack how temptation really works in our minds and hearts, and why naming our “sig...
MOTHERS DAY | Special Interview with Leslie | Strong On The Trail, Strong In Faith
We explore how walking shapes strength, faith, and relationships, then dive into our favorite hikes from Arizona to Hawaii. Practical tips on vitamin D, sunscreen, training for big days in the Grand Canyon, and simple steps to start hiking toda...
Why Anti-Semitism Matters | Special Interview with Karys Rhea | Part 2 of 2
We talk about why anti-Semitism matters to everyday Christians and why it can signal cultural decay that eventually harms everyone. We also lay out how to spot anti-Semitism when it hides behind memes, conspiracy claims, and confident political...
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The Woke Right And Anti Semitism | Special Interview with Karys Rhea | Part 1 of 2
We talk with Karys Rhea about the “woke right” and why anti-Israel and anti-Jewish narratives are showing up in conservative spaces and even in churches. We trace how conspiracy culture, foreign propaganda and bad theology can distort a biblica...
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Faith And Freedom | Special Interview | Lt. Col. Allen West
We talk with Lt. Col. Allen West about why America’s freedoms depend on strong families, deep faith, and clear thinking about history. We connect the US Constitution, rising antisemitism, and national security to a practical challenge for Chris...
Mandate To Modern Manhood: Living Brave, Bearing Fruit, Blessing Others
We set a clear vision for courageous manhood shaped by Scripture, empowered by the Spirit, and lived for the good of others. We move from the garden mandate to Jesus’ model, with practical steps for mission at home, at work, and in the world.
Love and Protect Series: Love Means Acting In Her Best Interest
We challenge men to define love by sacrifice and action rather than mood, then measure leadership by how closely it looks like Jesus. We trace a biblical vision of marriage where isolation breeds selfishness and honoring God’s daughter turns “m...
GOOD FRIDAY SPECIAL "The Man on the Middle Cross Said I Could Come"
We walk through the story and glory of Easter, from Palm Sunday expectations to the cross, to the hope of the empty tomb. We come back to one breathtaking truth: we are saved by what Jesus has done, not by what we can prove, earn, or explain.
Thoughts about Palm Sunday and Public Faith: Biblically Correct > Politically Correct
We get ready for Palm Sunday by walking through Holy Week and the triumphal entry of Jesus in Luke 19:28-40. We also challenge the modern pressure to keep faith private and instead speak with biblical clarity and courage. • details...
Ancient Roots Of Cancel Culture - Part 3 of 3
We trace the ancient roots of cancel culture through Stephen’s witness, showing how grace, truth, endurance, and favor form a framework for faithful resistance. Along the way we connect Stephen to Saul, reflect on Polycarp’s courage, and call b...
Ancient Roots Of Cancel Culture: Part 2 of 3
We trace the ancient roots of cancel culture through Acts 6 and Stephen’s story, showing how truth met organized opposition and how grace steadied a faithful witness. We challenge listeners to suffer for faithfulness, not foolishness, and to te...
Ancient Roots Of Cancel Culture: Part 1 of 3
We trace the ancient roots of cancel culture through the book of Acts and connect them to modern efforts to silence public faith. Ryan shares his own cancellation story, highlights documented cases of Christian censorship, and calls us to suffe...
Lions in the Arena: Is the Devil Really After You?
Every man lives in an arena—pressured, tempted, and often unaware of the enemy stalking him. In this conversation, we walk through 1 Peter 5 to answer the question, “Is the devil real?” Then we expose the core lies he whispers—“This will satisf...
Rak Chazak: Faithful to Meet The Father - Part 2 of 2
In this episode, Pastor Ryan returns to Rak Chazak—be strong and courageous—and presses into what it means to be faithful when no one is watching. He challenges men to follow the example of Jesus, who consistently withdrew to meet with...
Rak Chazak: Strength and Courage from God's Word - Part 1 of 2
In this episode, Pastor Ryan unpacks the ancient Hebrew battle cry Rak Chazak—the same words God spoke to Joshua when fear threatened to hold him back from leading His people into the Promised Land. Learn how true strength and courage ...
Sword in the Fight: How Men Win with the Word of God - Part 2
In a world that keeps telling men to look within, hustle harder, and just “be true to yourself,” this episode says something completely different: you are in a fight you cannot win unarmed.We walk through the three lifelong battle...
Sword in the Fight: How Men Win with the Word of God
In a world that keeps telling men to look within, hustle harder, and just “be true to yourself,” this episode says something completely different: you are in a fight you cannot win unarmed.We walk through the three lifelong battle...
Courageous Manhood: God’s Design in a Confused World
In this new series, Pastor Ryan uncovers a biblical definition of manhood and contrasts it with the confusion and controversy surrounding masculinity in today’s culture. Through honest, practical conversation, he tackles cultural lies about wha...