Real Talk with Vince

Episode 10 - WWJD - What Does Jesus Expect From Us?

Many people claim Jesus. Many wear the label Christian. But what did Jesus actually expect from those who follow Him? In Episode 10 of the #WWJD series, we move from understanding who Jesus is and why He came to a deeply personal question: What does Jesus expect from us? Because Jesus never invited people to simply admire Him. He said: “Follow Me.” In this episode we explore what discipleship truly means according to Jesus: • What it means to follow Him, not just agree with Him • Why Jesus calls us to deny ourselves and take up our cross • What it looks like to love others the way He loved • Why obedience is connected to genuine faith • How followers of Jesus are called to participate in His mission Following Jesus is not casual. It is not cultural. It is transformative. And once we understand what He expects, the question becomes personal: Are we truly following Him — or simply agreeing with Him? Listen as we continue the #WWJD series and explore what it really means to live as a disciple of Jesus. Follow the podcast so you don’t miss the next episode where we discuss: What Does Following Jesus Look Like in Everyday Life? Seek truth. Christ first.

Episode 15 - ChristFirst - Crucified with Christ

Most people want Jesus… but not the death that comes with following Him. We want peace… but not surrender. We want purpose… but not the cross. But Jesus was clear: “Whoever wants to be My disciple must deny themselves, take up their cross daily, and follow Me.” — Luke 9:23  This episode marks the beginning of the #ChristFirst series—a shift from simply asking “What Would Jesus Do?” to truly understanding what it means to follow Him completely. Because following Jesus is not about adding Him to your life… 👉 It’s about dying to yourself. ⸻ 🔍 In This Episode, We Explore: • What it truly means to be crucified with Christ • The foundation of Galatians 2:20 and Christian identity • What this calling does NOT mean (common misconceptions) • What it actually looks like in daily life • The real, honest struggle between flesh vs Spirit • How surrender leads to true transformation ⸻ 📖 Key Truth “I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me…” — Galatians 2:20  This is not symbolic language. 👉 This is a complete redefinition of identity. Not improved. Not upgraded. Crucified. ⸻ 🔥 The Reality Being crucified with Christ means: • Your old self is no longer in control • Your desires no longer sit on the throne • Your life is no longer centered on you And this isn’t a one-time decision… 👉 It’s daily. Choosing: • Humility over pride • Obedience over comfort • Truth over compromise ⸻ ⚔️ Real Talk We often want Jesus as Savior… but struggle with Him as Lord. We say, “Take control”… but only in the areas we’re comfortable surrendering. But Jesus asks for more than partial surrender. 👉 He asks for everything. ⸻ ✨ The Promise When you die to self… you don’t lose your life— 👉 you find it. Because a life surrendered to Christ is not empty… 👉 it is transformed. ⸻ 🙏 Final Reflection As you listen, take a moment and ask yourself: 👉 What am I still holding onto? 👉 What have I not surrendered? Because following Jesus was never meant to be comfortable… 👉 it was meant to be transformational. ⸻ 🔔 Subscribe & Share If this episode challenged you, share it with someone who needs to hear it. And follow Real Talk with Vince as we continue the #ChristFirst series—going deeper into what it truly means to live with Christ at the center of everything.

Episode 14 - WWJD - Putting It All Together

You can know what Jesus would do… and still not do it. You can study His words, understand His heart, and even discern wisely—yet still keep yourself at the center. In Episode 14, the final episode of the #WWJD series, we bring everything together and confront the deeper question: Is Jesus truly first in our lives? Because “What Would Jesus Do?” was never meant to stop at understanding. It was meant to lead to surrender. In this episode we explore: • A powerful recap of what we’ve learned throughout the series • The limitations of WWJD without true surrender • The deeper shift found in Galatians 2:20 — dying to self and living in Christ • The role of the Holy Spirit in guiding our daily decisions • What it actually looks like to live with Christ first in real life WWJD can guide behavior. But only surrender transforms the heart. This episode challenges us to move beyond imitation and into something deeper: Not just asking what Jesus would do… but allowing Him to live through us. As we close this series, the question becomes personal: Where am I still first? And am I willing to surrender that to Christ? This episode marks the transition into a new direction: #ChristFirst Because knowing Jesus is the beginning. But putting Him first is the transformation. Follow the podcast so you don’t miss what’s next as we step into a deeper walk of faith, surrender, and Spirit-led living. Seek truth. Christ first.

Episode 13 - WWJD - How Do We Discern What Jesus Would Do Today?

People often say, “Jesus would…” and then fill in the blank with their opinion. Across politics, cultures, and denominations, people confidently claim that Jesus supports their position. But how do we know we’re not simply projecting our own preferences onto Him? In Episode 13 of the #WWJD series, we explore a crucial question: How do we actually discern what Jesus would do today? Because not every issue we face today appears directly in the Gospels. Culture is complex, situations are layered, and if we’re not careful, we can begin reshaping Jesus into our own image instead of allowing Him to reshape us. In this episode we examine several biblical principles for discernment: • Start with Scripture, not assumption • Examine the motives of our own hearts • Hold grace and truth together • Consider the fruit our responses produce • Stay anchored in prayer and humility Discernment requires more than strong opinions. It requires Scripture, self-examination, wisdom, and a heart aligned with Christ. Because the goal of asking “What Would Jesus Do?” was never to win arguments — it was to know Jesus deeply enough that our lives begin to reflect His character. As this episode concludes the #WWJD series, we’re left with an important reflection: When we say “Jesus would…”, is it rooted in Scripture, shaped by prayer, and aligned with His heart? Or are we sometimes attaching His name to our instincts? Listen as we explore how discernment protects us from distortion and helps us remain anchored to the true heart of Christ. Follow the podcast so you don’t miss the next episode as we transition into a new series: #ChristFirst Seek truth. Christ first.

Episode 12 - WWJD - How Jesus Responded to People and Situations?

How did Jesus respond when people were broken, hostile, sinful, or desperate? The Gospels show us that Jesus did not treat everyone the same. His responses were always intentional, truthful, and perfectly aligned with His heart and mission. In Episode 12 of the #WWJD series, we examine how Jesus interacted with different kinds of people and situations—and what those responses reveal about His wisdom, compassion, and authority. Throughout His ministry, Jesus responded with: • Compassion toward the hurting and marginalized • Patience toward those who were searching for truth • Forgiveness toward repentant sinners • Bold confrontation toward hypocrisy and religious pride • Calm authority in moments of chaos and conflict Jesus was never reactionary. He was never manipulated by crowds, pressure, or politics. Every response revealed both His character and His mission. By studying how Jesus responded to people and situations, we begin to see a pattern that challenges us as His followers: Are we responding to the world the way Jesus did? This episode continues the #WWJD series, helping us move beyond asking “What would Jesus do?” to understanding how Jesus actually lived, spoke, and responded to the people around Him. Follow the podcast so you don’t miss the next episode as we continue exploring what it truly means to follow Jesus in a complicated world. Seek truth. Christ first.