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Real People Real Talk

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Relevant conversations that take you from Surviving to Thriving. Our goal is to encourage and empower you to answer God's call on your life and to be all that He has called you to be. This podcast is all about Faith, Relationships, and Mental Health. We keep it real, practical, & Christ-centered, tune in and be inspired! Host Paul Calcote New episodes every other week.

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My Body...God's Temple

April 25, 2024 18:00 - 18 minutes - 12.4 MB

An episode about Health and Fitness. God has given us one body, so we must steward it well.  1 Corinthians 6:19-20  “19 Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, 20 for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.” Related Episodes "Quick and Easy Tips to a Healthier Life" https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/13772383 "Faith and Fitness" pt 3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/12043263 Support t...

The Great Commission

April 10, 2024 04:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

A Sermon about The Great Commission and all things Discipleship. Matthew 28:18-20   "Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19 Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20 and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.” Support the Show.

God Can Use You Too!

March 27, 2024 06:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

God doesn't call the qualified, but He qualifies the called! Through the lives of Jacob from the Old Testament and Peter from the New Testament you will see that God is so good, so merciful, so gracious, that He uses flawed people and everyone is welcome in the family of God. So please don't allow a dark past to overshadow a bright future. Romans 8:28 “And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.” Support th...

The Gift of Singleness

March 13, 2024 04:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MB

 Today is an encouraging message for the Singles! Scripture: 1 Corinthians 7:6-9  "Now as a concession, not a command, I say this.7 I wish that all were as I myself am. But each has his own gift from God, bone of one kind and one of another. 8 To the unmarried and the widows I say that it is good for them to remain single, as I am. 9 But if they cannot exercise self-control, they should marry. For it is better to marry than to burn with passion." Support the Show.

The Do's and Don'ts of Marriage and Money!

February 28, 2024 05:00 - 46 minutes - 32.1 MB

Today's topic:  How to succeed in the area of money in your relationships? The Guests: Oscar and Suni Combs, both entrepreneurs that have been married for 24 years with 4 kids. Their family's motto is "To represent God, Family and their Culture well, in that order." Scripture from Today's Episode Genesis 2:24  "Therefore a man shall leave his father and his mother and hold fast to his wife, and they shall become one flesh.” Proverbs 27:23  “Be sure you know the condition of your flocks, g...

True Love

February 14, 2024 04:00 - 20 minutes - 13.8 MB

Happy Valentine's Day! What is True Love? Tune is as we answer this question as well as give you 3 Foundational Keys to a Happy and Healthy Marriage. Scripture from today's episode: 1 Corinthians 13:4-8  “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud. 5 It does not dishonor others, it is not self-seeking, it is not easily angered, it keeps no record of wrongs. 6 Love does not delight in evil but rejoices with the truth. 7 It always protects, always tru...

From Breakup to Breakthrough!

January 31, 2024 04:00 - 26 minutes - 18.4 MB

Today's episode is all about walking in purpose. Tune in as our guest shares her story about Pain & Purpose.  Guest: Joy Osahon - Strategy Coach, Speaker, Faith Blogger. https://www.speakwithjoy.net/ Support the Show.

The Role of the Church

January 17, 2024 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.5 MB

Today's episode is all about answering God's call on your life, growing in your relationship with Him, and the role that the Church plays in your life.  Guest: Pastor Shedrick Heard. Connect with the guest: https://www.instagram.com/shedrickheard/ Related Episode: "Does Going to Church Really Matter?" https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/10344659 Support the Show.

Spiritual Warfare

January 03, 2024 05:00 - 25 minutes - 17.3 MB

Today episode is all about thriving in Spiritual warfare. Your host Paul will discusses the participants of Spiritual Warfare as well as how to prepare for and win in this Battle.  Key Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-12  "10 Finally, be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his might. 11 Put on the whole armor of God, that you may be able to stand against the schemes of the devil. 12 For we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the co...

The Day that Changed Everything

December 13, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

A Christmas Sermon Galatians 4:4-5  "4 But when the fulness of the time was come, God sent forth his Son, made of a woman, made under the law, 5 To redeem them that were under the law, that we might receive the adoption of sons." Support the Show.

Marriage & the Holidays!

December 06, 2023 06:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MB

A Conversation about Navigating the Holiday Season as a Couple. Related Episodes "How to Have a Happy and Healthy Marriage"  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/12256608 "Happy Spouse, Happy House" https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/12491335 Support the Show.

God is Worthy of Your Praise!

November 22, 2023 05:00 - 15 minutes - 11 MB

A Thanksgiving Sermon Psalms 150:6 "Let everything that hath breath praise the Lord" Support the Show.

Surviving the Holiday Blues

November 15, 2023 04:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MB

Giving you tips and wisdom on how to prioritize your mental health, thrive emotionally, and survive the holiday blues. Today's Guest: Annielle Timmons, a Mental Health Expert, motivational speaker, and therapist whose life purpose is to help others overcome seasons of adversities, grow through what they go through, and be the best versions of themselves  https://www.annielletimmons.com/ Scripture from today's episode: 2 Corinthians 1: 3-4 “Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus...

Mental Health and Faith

November 08, 2023 05:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

A Conversation about Mental Health and Faith. Our guest today:  Fatima Banister is a therapist and coach that’s all about mental health, faith, and purpose. She is the founder of Sis Health Yourself a sisterhood that helps women to improve their self worth by increasing trust in themselves and trust in God.  https://www.sishealyourself.com/ Guiding Scripture:  3 John 1:2 “Dear friend, I pray that you may enjoy good health and that all may go well with you, even as your soul is getting alo...

No Excuses!

November 01, 2023 03:00 - 13 minutes - 9.56 MB

Today's episode is more of a pep talk. Providing practical tips toward taking control of your life and becoming the best version of yourself as you answer God's call on your life.  It's time to progress Spiritually, Relationally, Financially, Physically, and more...NO EXCUSES! Scripture:  1 Corinthians 15:57 “But thanks be to God! He gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ.” Related Episodes Faith https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/12077130 Fitness  https://www.buzzsprout.com/...

Quick & Easy Tips to a Healthier Life

October 25, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutes - 17.5 MB

Today's episode is all about thriving in the area of physical health and fitness.  We discuss fitness tips, combining faith and fitness, as well as barriers to a healthier life and ways to overcome.   Our guest today, Wendie Pett,  has been motivating people to make fitness and good nutrition apart of their daily routine. She teaches the balance of mind, body and spirit through her Visibly Fit™ wellness program. Wendie is an author, speaker, naturopathic doctor & international TV host of he...

How to Beat the Monday Blues...

October 18, 2023 02:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MB

10 Ways to Beat the Monday Blues  Connect to the Lord  Develop a Happy Playlist  Wear your favorite outfit more often Do a "Proud of" List Take a Break Exercise Declutter Curate your social media feed Always have something to Look Forward  Ask for Help Scriptures from today's episode  Psalms 42:11 “Why are you cast down, O my soul, and why are you in turmoil within me? Hope in God; for I shall again praise him, my salvation and my God.” John 10:10 “The thief comes not but for to...

The Secret to Contentment!

October 11, 2023 12:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Key Passage - Philippians 4:11-13  "Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. 12 I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. 13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me." Top quotes from the episode  Contentment is  an inner sense of rest or peace that comes from being right with God and knowing that He ...

The Antidote to Anxiety

October 04, 2023 12:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

The Antidote to Anxiety Quotes from the episode "Spend less time focusing on your problems and spend more time focusing on your God, the problem solver. And watch how your joy increases and your anxiety decreases"  "The more you worry the less you pray but the more you pray, the less you will worry" Philippians 4:6-7  "do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which sur...

To Know Christ

September 28, 2023 16:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

A look at Philippians 3 Key Verses 10 "that I may know him and the power of his resurrection, and may share his sufferings, becoming like him in his death,  12 "Not that I have already obtained this or am already perfect, but I press on to make it my own, because Christ Jesus has made me his own." Key Takeaways and our goals as believers: To Know Christ  To Make Christ Known To Be Like Christ  Support the Show.

Philippians 2

September 20, 2023 03:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

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A Life Worthy of the Gospel

September 13, 2023 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

In this text Paul admonishes us to live a Christ-centered life that includes 3 specific characteristics.   Commitment to Unity.   Courage in the Face of Opposition   Contentment in the Midst of Suffering. Philippians 1:27-30  " Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel, 28 and not frightened in ...

Philippians 1

September 06, 2023 06:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MB

Taking a look at the book of Philippians Key Verses Vs 7  "And I am sure of this, that he who began a good work in you will bring it to completion at the day of Jesus Christ." Vs 21   "For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain." 3 Takeaways from today's episode  Community matters, you need good people in your life.  What God starts, He finishes, and we just have to keep the faith in the middle knowing that God is going to work it all out  Stay committed to Christ, regardless of...

A Lifestyle of Worship

August 31, 2023 01:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Today's episode is all about worship as your host, Paul, seeks to answer 2 questions. What is Worship? Why do we worship? Worship is so much more that the music that we sing, and Worship is so much more than what we do on Sunday mornings at Church, But true Worship is a lifestyle, it’s something we should do every day! Scripture Mentioned Romans 12:1-2 “I appeal to you therefore, brothers, by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, ...

Ruth Chapter 4

August 23, 2023 04:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Ruth Chapter 4 Related Episodes Ruth Chapter 1 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/13314045 Ruth Chapter 2 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/13314129 Ruth Chapter 3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/13314274 Support the show

Ruth Chapter 3

August 16, 2023 04:00 - 14 minutes - 9.71 MB

Ruth Chapter 3 Related Episodes Ruth Chapter 1 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/13314045 Ruth Chapter 2 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/13314129 Ruth Chapter 4  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/13314277 Support the Show.

Ruth Chapter 2

August 09, 2023 04:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MB

Ruth Chapter 2 Related Episodes Ruth Chapter 1 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/13314045 Ruth Chapter 3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/13314274 Ruth Chapter 4  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/13314277 Support the Show.

Ruth Chapter 1

August 02, 2023 04:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

Ruth Chapter 1 Related Episodes Ruth Chapter 2 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/13314129 Ruth Chapter 3 https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/13314274 Ruth Chapter 4  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/13314277 Support the Show.

The Rhythm of Rest

May 24, 2023 05:00 - 14 minutes - 9.75 MB

Rest is essential to your Spiritual, Physical, and Emotional health, so tune in as the host, Paul Calcote, discusses the benefits of rest.  Scripture from today's episode Psalms 62:1 “Truly my soul finds rest in God; my salvation comes from him.” Matthew 11:28-30 “Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. 29 Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am gentle and lowly in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. 30 For my yoke is easy, and my burd...

10 Steps to a JOY-filled Life :)

May 17, 2023 14:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

Here are the 10 steps to a Joy-filled life  Connect with Jesus  Train your mind to see the good in each day. Don’t postpone your joy  Plan your Joy  Try new things Romanticize your life  Count your blessings Don’t isolate yourself  Don’t rush through life  Smile more :) Scripture from today's episode John 10:10 - "The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life and have it abundantly." 1 Timothy 6:17   “As for the rich in this present age, char...

Mental Health and Fitness

May 10, 2023 04:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

May is Mental Health Awareness month and today's episode centers around Mental Health and Fitness.  Questions we answer: What does it look like to invite God into your fitness journey?   What are the mental health benefits of exercise? How to live a happy and healthy life? Connect with the Guests: Nurse Practitioner Ebony Jenkins https://www.ebonyjenkins.com/ Health and Fitness Coach -  "Coach D"  https://www.instagram.com/iamcoachd_/ Scripture from today's episode  1 Corinthians 6:1...

How to Take Your Prayer Life to the Next Level?

May 04, 2023 14:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

Today is the National Day of Prayer in the U.S. So we took a deeper look at prayer in this episode, giving you ways to take your prayer life to the next level. Scripture "Rejoice always, pray continually, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus."     1 Thessalonians 5:16-18  "Devote yourselves to prayer, being watchful and thankful."    Colossians 4:2  Related Episodes "The Priority, Privilege, & Power of Prayer!" https://www.buzzsprout.com/11133...

Who is God?

April 25, 2023 15:00 - 25 minutes - 17.9 MB

In this episode Pastor Paul seeks to answer 3 questions  Who is God?  How Do We know Him? Why Does it Matter?  Quotes and Scripture from this episode  John 17:3 “And this is eternal life, that they know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent.” Ex 15:11  “Who is like you, O Lord, among the gods  Who is like you, majestic in holiness, awesome in glorious deeds, doing wonders?” Charles Spurgeon “Those who question the study of God fail to see how practical and releva...

The Dangers of Comparison

April 20, 2023 15:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

The Comparison Game is a dangerous game to play. This episode unpacks the reasons that we compare, the results of our comparison, and the Remedy to the comparison game. Galatians 6:4-5  "But let each one test his own work, and then his reason to boast will be in himself alone and not in his neighbor. 5 For each will have to bear his own load. " Support the Show.

Walking with the Lord!

April 12, 2023 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.3 MB

Questions we answer in today's episode What does it mean to walk with the Lord?  Why is it important to prioritize our relationship the Lord?  What is a "quiet time"? What can get in the way of people getting closer to God? Today's Guest Pastors: Irvin Wasswa, Matthew Weaver, and Adam Venters  Scripture from today's episode Joshua 1:8   "This Book of the Law shall not depart from your mouth, but you shall meditate on it day and night, so that you may be careful to do according to all ...

The 7 Last Sayings of Jesus on the Cross!

April 07, 2023 03:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

It’s Good Friday! In this episode I am taking you to Church. I’ve invited some friends and we are preaching on The Last 7 Sayings of Jesus Christ. These are the last 7 things Jesus said before dying on the cross. “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do."   By Paul Calcote “Today shalt thou be with Me in paradise.”     By Devin Boone.  “Woman, behold thy Son.”        By Krishna Boone  “My God, my God, why hast Thou forsaken Me?”  By Drey Clark  “I thirst.”     By Sahil Davi...

Happily Single

March 29, 2023 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MB

This episode is for the Singles! We discuss the Gift of Singleness as well as both the joys and struggles of being single. Guests: Alex Jones, Brett Wolff,  & Andrea Martinez  Scripture from today's Episode 1 Corinthians 6:18-20 "Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a person commits is outside the body, but the sexually immoral person sins against his own body. 19 Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your ...

Happy Spouse, Happy House!

March 22, 2023 04:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MB

Happy Spouse, Happy House! Today’s episode is all about thriving in your marriage! Tune in as we hear the love story of Jack and Mandy Richard as they share relationship tips for the single and for the married.  Related Episodes "Dating Ideas You Must Try"  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/12454042 "Green Flags in Dating" https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/12351783 Support the Show.

Dating Ideas You Must Try!

March 16, 2023 22:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

Both Life and Marriage are meant to be enjoyed not merely endured, so this episode is all about enjoying your relationship with this list of fun and exciting date ideas you must try!   Today's Scripture  Ephesians 5:33 “However, let each of you love his wife as himself, and let the wife see that she respects her husband” Related Episode "10 Secrets to a Successful Marriage" https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/12405128 Support the Show.

10 Secrets to a Successful Marriage

March 09, 2023 04:00 - 20 minutes - 14.2 MB

Tune in as we discuss 10 Secrets to a Successful Marriage Put God 1st Keep Dating Realize Marriage isn't 50\50 but 100\100 Keep your disagreements off social media Apologize and Forgive quickly  Be Kind Understand that Marriage is a Commitment  Fight for each other not with each other  Make your home a place of peace Get help Scripture from today's episode  1 Corinthians 13:4-8 "Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant  5 or rude. It does not insi...

Green Flags in Dating

March 01, 2023 06:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MB

If you want to know more about Green Flags in Dating and more about Godly Dating in general, then tune in as Kal and Mary Kilgo share their story of God's faithfulness in their dating, engaged, and married journey. Scripture from today's episode Mark 10:9 "What therefore God has joined together, let not man separate." Galatians 5:22-23 "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no...

Keys to a Lasting Godly Marriage (Revisited)

February 22, 2023 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MB

Today we are  jumping into a time machine and bringing back one of our the most popular relationship episodes. My wife and I interviewed my mom and dad who have been married over 30 years and this episode is full of wisdom and nuggets relating to thriving in your relationship with God as well as thriving in your romantic relationships.  Enjoy! Questions We Answer  What does it look like to keep God first in your marriage? How to handle conflict? What does it meant to submit to your husba...

How to have a Happy & Healthy Marriage

February 15, 2023 04:00 - 42 minutes - 29.4 MB

If you want to know how to have a happy and healthy marriage, then tune in! Connect with the guests: https://www.instagram.com/toya_marriageadvice/ Related Episode "Why Marriages Fail" https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/11614492 Scripture from Today's Episode Proverbs 18:22 “He who finds a wife finds a good thing and obtains favor from the Lord.” Matthew 19:4–6 “Have you not read that he who created them from the beginning made them male and female, and said, ‘Therefore a man shall le...

Love & Relationships

February 08, 2023 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

Today’s episode and this entire series is all about helping you to thrive in your relationships. Whether you are married, engaged, dating, or single and hope to be married one day, this series is for you. Key topics: Comparison, Social Media, and how to keep things fun and exciting  1 Corinthians 13:4-8  “ Love is patient and kind; love does not envy or boast; it is not arrogant  or rude. It does not insist on its own way; it is not irritable or resentful; it does not rejoice at wrongdoin...

First Things First!

February 01, 2023 18:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

Today's episode is all about Thriving Spiritually!   Matthew 6:33 "But seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you." Episodes Mentioned  Prayer https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/9523644 Bible Study https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/10259728 Fasting https://www.buzzsprout.com/1113380/9481727 Be sure to share today's episode! Text a friend the link and invite them to take a listen.  Support the Show.

Faith & Fitness Pt. 3

January 25, 2023 05:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

God has gifted you with one body so this episode is an encouragement to steward it well.  1 Corinthians 6:19-20  “Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, 20 for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body.”  Our guest today, Matthew Gay, a nationally certified personal trainer, weight loss specialist, the CEO of Fit Coach USA  https://www.getfitforheaven.com/ Related Episodes Faith and Fitness...

How to Have the BEST Year ever! (Pt 3)

January 19, 2023 05:00 - 19 minutes - 13.6 MB

How to have the Best Year Ever? Here's the complete list discussed over 3 episodes! Give your Life to God Read God’s Word consistently  Pray Daily Find a good church and attend faithfully Forgive Practice Gratitude,  Don’t put God in a box Develop a self care routine Get Help Don’t Postpone your joy Vent Joy  Journal Comparison is a waste of time Place your Identity in Christ and Christ alone  Choose your Spouse well Being Right is overrated Don’t expect your spouse to compl...

How to Have the BEST Year Ever! (Pt 2)

January 11, 2023 03:00 - 23 minutes - 15.8 MB

This episode features our Best Tips, Life Hacks, and Words of Wisdom to help you have the Best Year Ever mentally and emotionally. Scripture Jeremiah 29:11 “For I know the thoughts that I think toward you, says the Lord, thoughts of peace and not of evil, to give you a future and a hope.” Philippians 4:6-7 “Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication, with thanksgiving, let your requests be made known to God; and the peace of God, which surpasses all understandin...

How to Have the BEST Year Ever! (Pt 1)

January 04, 2023 05:00 - 24 minutes - 16.6 MB

Happy New Year and welcome to the Real People Real Talk Podcast Ministry. Thank you so for tuning in today as we strive to provide content that will help you to thrive in your walk with the Lord, thrive in your mental and emotional health, and to thrive in your relationships. Our January series focuses on how to have The Best Year Ever, as we will be giving our top 23 best life hacks and words of wisdom that will help you to Thrive Spiritually, Mentally, and Relationally in 2023.  Scriptu...

Connecting to the Vine

December 29, 2022 06:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB

The time is now to connect, reconnect, and stay connected to the Vine, Jesus Christ. The Father is inviting you to a closer relationship with Him. Your relationship with the Lord is the most important relationship you can & ever will have. This one relationship impacts all other aspects of our lives Scripture from Today's Episode  John 15:1-8  "4  Abide in me, and I in you. As the branch cannot bear fruit by itself, unless it abides in the vine, neither can you, unless you abide in me. 5 ...

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