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. 2d ago

    Halloween And Christian Liberty Without Legalism

    We wrestle with the annual Halloween debate through the lens of Christian liberty, conscience, and Romans 14. We argue the real problem is not a porch light choice but the judgment and legalism Christians aim at each other when Scripture leaves room for wisdom.  • defining Christian liberty as freedom where Scripture does not clearly command or forbid  • treating Halloween as a cultural rhythm for many families rather than automatic occult participation  • using the accept, reject, redeem grid for cultural holidays and practices  • applying the missions-based C scale to levels of engagement with surrounding culture  • drawing lines around overt darkness, sexual content and gore in movies and media  • using Romans 14 to explain disputable matters, conscience and unity in the church  • choosing light or salt approaches without becoming the moral police officer  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.  Join me on an amazing journey retracing the footsteps of the Apostle Paul. We will step into history and walk alongside Paul as we journey through Philippi, Thessaloniki, Athens, Corinth, Crete, Patmos, and Ephesus. The Holy Scriptures will come to life in unimaginable ways! This will be a trip of a lifetime that promises to forever change all of us!  Find out more at www.reallifeministry.us In a world of cultural confusion, Christians need more than opinions. This event is not about partisan talking points—it’s about the eternal truth of God’s Word applied to the ideas shaping our culture right now. Confront Wokeism, Islamism, Anti-Semitism, and Socialism head-on Test every ideology against the authority of ScriptureGain biblical clarity beyond slogans and hot takesLive free, stand on truth, and vote with convictionRegister Headlines about Israel, Iran, and global conflict are everywhere. But what does the Bible actually say about it all? In Think Biblical About the Geopolitical, pastor and author Ryan Rice moves past punditry and speculation to answer the questions believers are really asking about Israel, prophecy, war, and America's place in it all through the unchanging truth of Scripture. Available now on Amazon in paperback and Kindle. Perfect for personal study or small

  2. Oct 16

    Should Christians Tune In To A Livestreamed Firing Squad?

    We wrestle with the Fort Hood mass murder case and ask what the Bible says about capital punishment and the authority of government to execute justice. We also talk through whether a livestreamed execution is wise to watch or to broadcast, and what a believer’s posture should be toward evil, enemies, and public justice.  • the moral weight of murder because people bear God’s image  • Genesis 9 as a baseline for just consequence and a “reckoning” for bloodshed  • why fines or prison time do not match the value of a human life  • Romans 13 and the governing authorities who “bear the sword”  • the line between God’s justice through government and personal vengeance  • Jesus before Pilate and authority that comes “from above”  • why the method of execution is secondary to the question of justice  • reasons not to watch a livestreamed execution and concerns about shaping the heart  • why broadcasting can fuel propaganda and martyrdom narratives  • how Christians can pray for enemies while still rejecting pacifism  Live free and live strong. Vote your values, seek to make a difference in this world, and share and show the love of Christ.  Join me on an amazing journey retracing the footsteps of the Apostle Paul. We will step into history and walk alongside Paul as we journey through Philippi, Thessaloniki, Athens, Corinth, Crete, Patmos, and Ephesus. The Holy Scriptures will come to life in unimaginable ways! This will be a trip of a lifetime that promises to forever change all of us!  Find out more at www.reallifeministry.us In a world of cultural confusion, Christians need more than opinions. This event is not about partisan talking points—it’s about the eternal truth of God’s Word applied to the ideas shaping our culture right now. Confront Wokeism, Islamism, Anti-Semitism, and Socialism head-on Test every ideology against the authority of ScriptureGain biblical clarity beyond slogans and hot takesLive free, stand on truth, and vote with convictionRegister Headlines about Israel, Iran, and global conflict are everywhere. But what does the Bible actually say about it all? In Think Biblical About the Geopolitical, pastor and author Ryan Rice moves past punditry and speculation to answer the questions believers are really asking about Israel, prophecy, war, and America's place in it all through the unchanging truth of Scripture. Available now on Amazon in paperback and Kindle. Perfect for personal study or small

  3. Oct 9

    The Chosen People of God: Israel and the Church

    We tackle one of the most debated Bible questions by separating what Scripture means by “chosen” and applying it to Israel, the church, and God’s ongoing covenant promises. We track the Abrahamic covenant through Genesis, test replacement theology against Romans 11, and end with a call to pray for Jerusalem and for many to come to faith in Jesus.  • “Chosen” as salvation for every believer in Christ from every nation  • “Chosen” as a national calling through Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob  • The land promise and covenant language in Deuteronomy and Genesis  • Why modern political Israel is not identical to Old Testament covenant Israel  • Romans 11 on God not rejecting Israel and Gentiles being grafted in  • What national calling does mean and does not mean, including that ethnicity is not salvation  • Future hope themes including kingdom promises and Israel as a light to the nations  • Grace as the through-line that depends on God’s promise, not performance  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.  Join me on an amazing journey retracing the footsteps of the Apostle Paul. We will step into history and walk alongside Paul as we journey through Philippi, Thessaloniki, Athens, Corinth, Crete, Patmos, and Ephesus. The Holy Scriptures will come to life in unimaginable ways! This will be a trip of a lifetime that promises to forever change all of us!  Find out more at www.reallifeministry.us In a world of cultural confusion, Christians need more than opinions. This event is not about partisan talking points—it’s about the eternal truth of God’s Word applied to the ideas shaping our culture right now. Confront Wokeism, Islamism, Anti-Semitism, and Socialism head-on Test every ideology against the authority of ScriptureGain biblical clarity beyond slogans and hot takesLive free, stand on truth, and vote with convictionRegister Headlines about Israel, Iran, and global conflict are everywhere. But what does the Bible actually say about it all? In Think Biblical About the Geopolitical, pastor and author Ryan Rice moves past punditry and speculation to answer the questions believers are really asking about Israel, prophecy, war, and America's place in it all through the unchanging truth of Scripture. Available now on Amazon in paperback and Kindle. Perfect for personal study or small

    The Chosen People of God: Israel and the Church

  4. Oct 2

    Holy Land Highlights

    We just got back from a 10 day Holy Land journey, and we share the moments that made the Bible feel vivid and near. From Galilee to Jerusalem, we track the sites, the surprises, and why the empty tomb matters more than any location debate.  • reacting to Matisyahu’s “One Day” and the longing for peace when Messiah reigns  • quick overview of our Israel travel itinerary from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem  • Caesarea Maritima connections to Acts, Herod, and Paul’s imprisonment  • Mount Carmel teaching and a look toward Armageddon prophecy  • Nazareth, Cana, and meaningful moments tied to Jesus’ early ministry  • Magdala, Galilee sites, and baptisms in the Jordan River  • answering “Was it safe?” with on the ground observations about security  • Bethlehem shopping realities, street vendors, and why guides matter  • Dead Sea, Masada, Qumran, and how manuscripts support Scripture’s authenticity  • Temple Mount context, future temple expectations, and waiting for Christ’s return  • Holy Sepulchre versus Garden Tomb and why the resurrection is central  • what the group experience changes in us, plus future Greece and Holy Land plans  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.  Join me on an amazing journey retracing the footsteps of the Apostle Paul. We will step into history and walk alongside Paul as we journey through Philippi, Thessaloniki, Athens, Corinth, Crete, Patmos, and Ephesus. The Holy Scriptures will come to life in unimaginable ways! This will be a trip of a lifetime that promises to forever change all of us!  Find out more at www.reallifeministry.us In a world of cultural confusion, Christians need more than opinions. This event is not about partisan talking points—it’s about the eternal truth of God’s Word applied to the ideas shaping our culture right now. Confront Wokeism, Islamism, Anti-Semitism, and Socialism head-on Test every ideology against the authority of ScriptureGain biblical clarity beyond slogans and hot takesLive free, stand on truth, and vote with convictionRegister Headlines about Israel, Iran, and global conflict are everywhere. But what does the Bible actually say about it all? In Think Biblical About the Geopolitical, pastor and author Ryan Rice moves past punditry and speculation to answer the questions believers are really asking about Israel, prophecy, war, and America's place in it all through the unchanging truth of Scripture. Available now on Amazon in paperback and Kindle. Perfect for personal study or small

    Holy Land Highlights

  5. Sep 25

    Better Man, Clear Manhood: Part 2 of 2 with Chris Harper, CEO of BetterMan

    We talk through why men’s discipleship often stalls when churches never define what biblical masculinity actually is. We share how Better Man paints a clear target for men, scales across churches, and builds leaders through simple, faithful habits that match real life.  • why a men’s study can be Scripture-saturated without feeling like a classroom Bible study  • the case for defining manhood before trying to fix marriage and fatherhood  • a simple definition of a biblical man as an everyday diagnostic  • the most common pastor questions: time commitment and denominational concerns  • why the resource is designed to multiply as outreach and discipleship  • what changed in the updated nine-week format, including singleness and local church engagement  • why Gen Alpha looks for a faith that works and what congruency requires  • clarity as a defense against deception and confusion  • a practical leadership pipeline approach that any church can run  If you like what you hear, please share it with a friend.  And if you would like to support the content that we put out, please consider making a donation at reallifeministry.us.  Join me on an amazing journey retracing the footsteps of the Apostle Paul. We will step into history and walk alongside Paul as we journey through Philippi, Thessaloniki, Athens, Corinth, Crete, Patmos, and Ephesus. The Holy Scriptures will come to life in unimaginable ways! This will be a trip of a lifetime that promises to forever change all of us!  Find out more at www.reallifeministry.us In a world of cultural confusion, Christians need more than opinions. This event is not about partisan talking points—it’s about the eternal truth of God’s Word applied to the ideas shaping our culture right now. Confront Wokeism, Islamism, Anti-Semitism, and Socialism head-on Test every ideology against the authority of ScriptureGain biblical clarity beyond slogans and hot takesLive free, stand on truth, and vote with convictionRegister Headlines about Israel, Iran, and global conflict are everywhere. But what does the Bible actually say about it all? In Think Biblical About the Geopolitical, pastor and author Ryan Rice moves past punditry and speculation to answer the questions believers are really asking about Israel, prophecy, war, and America's place in it all through the unchanging truth of Scripture. Available now on Amazon in paperback and Kindle. Perfect for personal study or small

  6. Sep 18

    A Biblical Vision Of Masculinity: Part 1 of 2 with Chris Harper CEO of BetterMan

    We sit down with Chris Harper to talk about why men are hungry for clarity and why the church cannot afford to stay vague about biblical masculinity. We unpack Better Man’s “moments to movements” strategy, how it launches men’s groups at scale, and what it looks like to build disciplined disciples instead of chasing inspiration.  • Better Man as a clear biblical vision of masculinity  • “You can’t become what you can’t define” as the starting point  • Regional rallies that equip churches and launch men’s groups  • Why equipping matters more than hype for lasting change  • The shift from passivity to confusion in younger men  • The rich young ruler as a picture of being lost yet loved  • Ministry integration as a way to lead without compartmentalizing  • Sabbath rhythms and boundaries that fight burnout  • A Phoenix pathway for a statewide men’s movement  • Four-generation discipleship from 2 Timothy 2:2  • Building an “army of God” shaped by Scripture and truth  So if you want to find out more information, check out reallife ministry.us.  If you're in the Phoenix Valley, make sure you visit us over at northvalley.org. Stop in, we'd love to see you.  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.  Join me on an amazing journey retracing the footsteps of the Apostle Paul. We will step into history and walk alongside Paul as we journey through Philippi, Thessaloniki, Athens, Corinth, Crete, Patmos, and Ephesus. The Holy Scriptures will come to life in unimaginable ways! This will be a trip of a lifetime that promises to forever change all of us!  Find out more at www.reallifeministry.us In a world of cultural confusion, Christians need more than opinions. This event is not about partisan talking points—it’s about the eternal truth of God’s Word applied to the ideas shaping our culture right now. Confront Wokeism, Islamism, Anti-Semitism, and Socialism head-on Test every ideology against the authority of ScriptureGain biblical clarity beyond slogans and hot takesLive free, stand on truth, and vote with convictionRegister Headlines about Israel, Iran, and global conflict are everywhere. But what does the Bible actually say about it all? In Think Biblical About the Geopolitical, pastor and author Ryan Rice moves past punditry and speculation to answer the questions believers are really asking about Israel, prophecy, war, and America's place in it all through the unchanging truth of Scripture. Available now on Amazon in paperback and Kindle. Perfect for personal study or small

  7. Sep 11

    How Church History Shaped Modern End Times Teaching | Part 2 of 2 | Special Guest: Jeff Kinley

    We talk with Jeff Kinley about why Bible prophecy becomes clearer when we trace church history and commit to a plain, literal approach to Scripture. We also share why younger Christians are showing real hunger for end times teaching and how that hope can strengthen faith, discernment, and evangelism.  • the rocky history of eschatology from Augustine to modern systems  • why symbolic readings can create confusion in Revelation  • the case for literal fulfillment based on Christ’s first coming prophecies  • how consistency in hermeneutics protects against speculation  • why Genesis and Revelation become flashpoints for reinterpretation  • signs of hope among teens and the rise of youth prophecy conferences  • Future Hope and the goal of multiplying end times teaching for students  • practical training for youth pastors plus student manuals and curriculum  • anti-Semitism as a major end times indicator and why Israel remains central  • replacement theology concerns and the need for biblical literacy and discernment  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.

  8. Sep 10

    Remembering Charlie Kirk and How to Respond to The Islamic Invasion Post 9/11

    We reflect on Charlie Kirk’s assassination and why Christians must name evil honestly while refusing to trade truth for conspiracy. We connect public violence, 9/11 memory, and America’s spiritual drift to a biblical call to love enemies, pursue justice, and engage civic life with courage and discernment.  • remembering Charlie Kirk’s life, death, and public faith in Christ  • why conspiracy claims and slander fracture Christian witness  • sin, total inability, and why moral evil shows up in every culture  • praying for justice while rejecting idol-making and revenge  • 9/11 as a national turning point and the danger of amnesia  • cultural relativism and why ideas have consequences  • clear distinctions between Muslims, Islamists, and jihadists  • three Christian responses: love enemies, vote biblically, practice lawful self-defense  • encouraging intelligent voting and engagement through Truth Under Fire  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.

    Remembering Charlie Kirk and How to Respond to The Islamic Invasion Post 9/11
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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
    77
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    © 2026 Real Life Ministry
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