In this episode of This Is Real, I sit down with Pastor Ricky Baker for an honest conversation about false assurance, the distinction between religion and relationship, and the challenging question of whether we truly know Jesus. Ricky shares his story of growing up in ministry, preaching, witnessing miracles, and later realizing that serving God is not the same as intimacy with Him. It’s a conversation the Church often avoids, but one that could change lives. If you’ve ever asked, “If I died today, would I really meet Jesus?” This episode is for you.

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In this conversation, we talk about the Holy Spirit, not as a feeling or a moment, but as the One who leads us into truth, exposes what needs to change, and gives us the strength to obey even when it costs us something.

We also talk about fasting—what it looks like when it stops being about willpower and starts being about depending on God. The difference between simply not eating and actually fasting biblically. Why the Word of God has to be at the center, and why fasting without Scripture misses the point.

If fasting feels uncomfortable, frustrating, or like it’s stretching you more than you expected, that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong. It might be the very place God is doing something deeper in you.

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So many of us are tired, overwhelmed, and running hard, but never actually feeling rested. Not because we don’t love God, but because no one ever taught us how to rest His way. In this message, we talk about the real meaning of Sabbath, why Jesus could sleep through a storm, and how learning to rest God’s way can bring peace back into your life.

If Jesus took a nap… You can too. Let’s slow down, breathe, and step into the kind of rest He designed for us.

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In this episode, I talk about what it really means to submit to God, not just in words, but in lifestyle. From surrendering your will to obeying His Word, trusting His timing, and yielding in relationships, submission is the key to walking in true freedom. When you stop fighting for control and start trusting His direction, you’ll find peace, purpose, and power in every part of your life. It’s not about losing yourself, it’s about finding your life in Him.

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In this episode of This Is Real, Stephanie and I get into something we’re all guilty of: pre-judging people. We talk about how easy it is to assume, label, and form opinions without any real context, and honestly, we do it faster than the Holy Spirit can even speak. From dating culture to friendships to spiritual maturity, we break down why we judge moments instead of the whole journey and how learning to ask questions and slow down can actually help us love people better. Take a few minutes, lean in, and let God reshape the way you judge, discern, and walk alongside others.

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Too many people start dating because they’re lonely, not ready. A relationship won’t fix what only healing can. Before you pursue, check your motives. Heal. Let God lead your desires. If you can’t communicate, confess, or commit, you’re not ready. Dating God’s way means you control your flesh, you stay accountable, and you build for covenant, not convenience. Purity isn’t old-school, it’s protection.

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Stephanie Martinez-Rave sits down with Jessica from Eyes On Me and the Something Ain’t Right podcast for a real, honest conversation about relationships, healing, and faith. They open up about brokenness, surrender, and how Jesus transformed their views on love and singleness. Whether you’re single, dating, or waiting, this episode will challenge and encourage you to pursue godly relationships, set healthy boundaries, and build genuine friendships that honor Christ.

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Everyone loves the idea of love, the butterflies, the romance, the fairytale. But what happens when the fairytale fades and real life begins? In this episode of This Is Real, Juan and Ruthy get raw about what it really means to love when it’s not easy. They talk about choosing love over pride, fighting for each other instead of against each other, and why real intimacy starts with prayer, humility, and putting Christ back at the center.

This isn’t about picture-perfect love; it’s about faithful love. Because when love gets real, that’s when God gets revealed.

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