Real Life Ministry

Ryan Rice
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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. 

  1. 6D AGO

    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 “me” into “we.” • upcoming Think Biblical About The Geopolitical event details and registration • why the “better man” series starts with love • love as covenant commitment that outlasts feelings • desire as good but never the foundation • a working definition of love as acting in another’s best interest • Jesus as the model for sacrificial love and leadership • why God defines what is truly in her best interest • marriage as dying to self that leads to joy • Genesis 2 and the purpose of partnership • isolation as a pathway to selfishness and foolishness • wife as companion and friend rather than roommate • wife as helper who complements weaknesses • wife as co-heir who deserves honor and understanding • male headship as responsibility and the authority to serve • fruit of loving leadership: care, security, Christ-centered hope If you found any of what you heard today helpful, please share it with others who may benefit. And if you would like to support the content that we put out, please consider making a donation at reallifeministry.us. While you're there, check out some of our episodes. And together, let's continue to educate and encourage Christians to live free and live strong.

    34 min
  2. GOOD FRIDAY SPECIAL "The Man on the Middle Cross Said I Could Come"

    APR 3

    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. • Palm Sunday and the triumphal entry into Jerusalem • the crowd’s shifting expectations from “Hosanna” to “Crucify Him” • the thief on the cross as a picture of salvation by grace through faith • why the foundation of our faith is Christ’s work, not our works • a Good Friday prayer breakfast and the Alistair Begg “middle cross” clip • a personal moment with Wayne Grudem and the power of simple gospel clarity • the central question of Easter and the evidence of the resurrection If you found any of what you heard today helpful, please share it with others who may benefit. And if you would like to support the content that we put out, please consider making a donation at reallifeministry.us.

    36 min
  3. Thoughts about Palm Sunday and Public Faith: Biblically Correct > Politically Correct

    MAR 27

    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 on the May 2 event Think Biblical About The Geopolitical at North Valley Church  • why Holy Week matters for seekers and believers  • what Palm Sunday means and why the palms matter  • the triumphal entry as a public declaration of Jesus as King  • Jesus’ words about silence and the stones crying out  • the cultural push to privatise faith since the Enlightenment  • why we aim to be biblically correct rather than politically correct  • public confession of faith and why baptisms matter  • the authority question and why Jesus’ works carry weight  • humble kingship through prophecy fulfilment and the donkey  • the “silence lie” and why truth will be witnessed  • signs of spiritual hunger and renewal and a story from a secular expo  You can check out real life ministry.us  If you found any of what you heard today helpful, please share it with others who may benefit. And if you would like to support the content that we put out, please consider making a donation at reallifeministry.us.

    33 min

  4. MAR 20

    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 believers to carry the cross, not the sword. • framing cancel culture through biblical truth and deception • four marks of faithfulness from Stephen in Acts • how to fight for truth with words not weapons • enduring false accusations with a calm, godly presence • discerning suffering for faithfulness versus foolishness • the Stephen to Saul link as seed planting for mission • Polycarp’s stand as a model of costly courage • scriptures that refine faith and promise eternal reward • Israel tour updates, resources, and ways to connect If the trip is unsafe, just FYI, uh, we won't go. And if you need your refund because um the trip is canceled, you will get your refund. You can find out all the information online at real life ministry dot us. You can donate, um, start listening today.

    29 min

  5. MAR 13

    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 test their hearts with four simple questions. • defining cancel culture as organized exclusion and punishment • Stephen’s path from humble service to Spirit-empowered witness • debate failing and the shift to false witnesses and crowd-stirring • grace before power as the order of Christian influence • fighting for truth with wisdom rather than rage • enduring accusations with integrity and self-examination • God’s favor seen in Stephen’s peace and presence • four questions to assess our response to opposition If you found any of what you heard today helpful, please share it with others who may benefit And if you would like to support the content that we put out, please consider making a donation at RealLife Ministry.us

    35 min

  6. MAR 6

    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 suffer for faithfulness, not foolishness. • cancel culture and vulture culture defined • Acts as a historical model for public witness • personal story of publishing pushback and delays • examples of everyday religious expression censored • polling shows majority support yet minority rule • voice your values with courage and restraint • preview of Stephen’s martyrdom and key lessons If you found any of what you heard today helpful, please share it with others who may benefit And if you would like to support the content that we put out, please consider making a donation at reallifeministry.us While you're there, check out some of our episodes And together, let's continue to educate and encourage Christians to live free and live strong

    33 min

  7. FEB 27

    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 satisfy you, there won’t be consequences, God is holding out on you”—and explore how to resist deception with truth, courage, and a clear mind.

    31 min

  8. FEB 20

    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 the Father and found the courage to say, “Not my will, but yours be done.” If we long to hear, “Well done, good and faithful servant,” then we must learn to seek the Father in the quiet place. Pastor Ryan offers practical, doable steps for building a real quiet time, cultivating daily time in God’s Word and prayer, and developing the kind of faithfulness that endures to the end.  #RakChazak #FaithfulInTheQuietPlace #CourageInTheQuiet #QuietTimeWithGod #SeekTheFather #GoodAndFaithfulServant #SpiritualDiscipline #MenOfGod #ChristianMen #FollowJesus #Discipleship #BiblePodcast #NorthValleyChurch #PastorRyan

    33 min
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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. 

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  • Creator
    Ryan Rice
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Real Life Ministry
  • Show Website
    Real Life Ministry