Robert Anthony Cruz played baseball at BIOLA and was drafted by the Washington Nationals. Dreams coming true. And then, just like that he was released. The thing about Robert is that he doesn't find his identity in himself or baseball. He finds it in Jesus. Does not mean it didn't sting. Doesn't mean he didn't break down. BUT--what God had in store for Him, he was about to discover. 
For all of  us who have lost dreams or wondering, "God-what is my purpose?" Part 1 tonight.........

Real Life SH319 Robert Anthony Cruz Baseball And POSITIVE SIDE Of Social Media

What were you doing at the age of 11? 
Casey Diaz had already joined the notorious Rockwood Street Locos gang and was committing horrible crimes. By 16, he was in solitary confinement at Folsom Prison-literally broken, hopeless, full of hate and rage and on the fast track to hell. Until--an elderly Baptist lady breathed life into him. His book, "The Shot Caller-A Latino Gangbanger’s Miraculous Escape from a Life of Violence to a New Life in Christ" tells the story. We talk to Casey tonight.......

Real Life SH 348 Casey Diaz THE SHOT CALLER (25 MIN)

Tonight, maybe you've never heard or maybe you need to be reminded that there is a reason you are this earth. Of course, your mother and father got together, and you were created. BUT there is a REASON that you are this big ball turning. Do you know why? Do you know your meaning and purpose? Without knowing either one of those things, you will flounder and walk aimlessly in life trying to fill that God shaped hole with something. And that something could spell disaster. Knowing your purpose, changes everything. How do you find your purpose and meaning?

Real Life SH340 Finding Meaning And Purpose

Make no mistake:
When you experience trauma, you will never be the same, "you" before that trauma. Over the last 4 years, there has been much loss, grief and trauma. We have a choice to make: Either we grow into bitterness or we choose what kind of life we will have that reflects your, "new" self. Discovering joy and then letting others know they are not alone in their loss. Share your story!
Michelle Neff Hernandez joins us from Soaring Spirits International and Camp Widow.

Real Life SH287R Rediscovering Yourself After Grief Or Trauma

Robert Anthony Cruz played baseball at BIOLA and was drafted by the Washington Nationals. Dreams coming true. And then, just like that he was released. The thing about Robert is that he doesn't find his identity in himself or baseball. He finds it in Jesus. Does not mean it didn't sting. Doesn't mean he didn't break down. BUT--what God had in store for Him, he was about to discover.
For all of us who have lost dreams or wondering, "God-what is my purpose?" Part 1 tonight.........

Robert Anthony Cruz (Coach RAC) joins us once again and tonight we are reminded that God's plan for our life is not always our plan. He gives us each gifts and sometimes He wants to use those in, "non-traditional" ways as you'll hear RAC share. Always getting back up and trusting God that He's directing and will lead us. And in all we do, being His servant including being a force for good on social media. One of the video's he created generated over 100 MILLION views across all platforms. Want to be a force for positive encouragement? How? Tonight........

Real Life SH320 Robert Anthony Cruz God's Plan Not Always Our Plan  POSITIVE SIDE Of Social Media

Happy Easter!!! {Hop--Hop---Hop--Hop) It's all about the bunny and eggs, right? NO! But, question:
Did the resurrection of Jesus REALLY happen? Come on---it’s a silly notion made up by zealots! Have you had anyone ever challenge you on the validity and historical facts behind Jesus’ resurrection? Or maybe you doubt it happened? What historical evidence and arguments are there that verify the FACT that it happened?
Gina and Dave revisit Frank Pastore’s “classroom session” on the facts of Jesus’ resurrection. Join us for an incredible conversation.

Real Life FRANK PASTORE on the PROOF OF EASTER STORY 2024

When you have the loss of a husband, dad, friend-anyone close to  you-your world changes. And in a hurry. Your world is upside down along with friends, brothers, sisters, sons and daughters worlds' around you. Tonight-we talk about those dynamics. Our special contributor, Debi Rooney Jayso lost both her husband and son in the same accident. We unpack working the seen and unseen dynamics. ***NOTE**** It's not all rainbows and butterflies It's stuff that is rarely talked about but needs to be in order to come out the other side, whole and healthy.

Real Life SH 349 Family Dynamics With Grief And Loss PART 1

We continue our conversation tonight on being aware that there are dynamics at play when we experience grief and loss. Everyone grieves differently and has their triggers. How do we work through that and keep Mt. Vesuvius from erupting the second time IN our family?
Time is an absolute must. But there's more. 
This is a powerful and much needed conversation that is rarely broached. All of us will be better for it and better equipped when grief and loss takes place in life.

Real Life SH 350 Family Dynamics With Grief And Loss PART 2

Have you noticed that it seems the world has gone even more crazy? 
Depression is up. Mental Health is at an all-time low.
The amount of people using alcohol, pot, drugs and committing suicide are at record numbers. 
Christians are not exempt. Why? Friends, the importance of reading and studying the Bible and spending time in prayer is crucial to weathering life's storms. Tonight--let's commit to knowing what the Bible says and investing the time into talking with God.

Real Life SH 351 We're Not Reading Bible Or Praying

In theaters this weekend, Unsung Hero. 
A true story of family drama, immigration, broken dreams, broken promises, broken people and how through it all, God is faithful. 
This is a celebration of motherhood and the importance of Mom's in the home. Helen and David Smallbone, the paternal units of Rebecca St James and Luke and Joel of For King and Country join us to talk all of it-including the unspoken realities of the music business. Unsung Hero-You'll laugh, be shocked and maybe shed a tear. It's a powerful film. In theaters this weekend.

Real Life SH319 Robert Anthony Cruz Baseball And POSITIVE SIDE Of Social Media

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