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Real Talk is a podcast presented by Reformed Perspective focused on having meaningful and honest conversations with subject experts about the various challenges and issues facing the Reformed church community. Hosted by Lucas Holtvluwer and Tyler Vanderwoude, Real Talk aims to inform your discussions and inspire you to have challenging but important conversations with fellow Christians in the spir... more

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Everyone’s busy. Packed schedules, constant pressure, always something next. But the real question is—are you actually doing what matters?

In this episode, we talk about what it means to redeem your productivity—not by cramming more into your day, b... more

Backsliding: Are We Presuming on God’s Grace?

Are we drifting in our faith without even realizing it? In this episode, Dr. Mark Jones joins us to tackle the quiet danger of backsliding—what it is, why it happens even in churchgoers, and how complace... more

Can the reality of Hell actually be comforting and how should it inform the way we live and share the Gospel?

In this part two in our series on eternity, Tyler and Dr. Will den Hollander discuss what hell is and how it displays the character of God.... more

Is conflict always bad? And do Christians always have to forgive? In this episode of Real Talk, we take an honest look at conflict and forgiveness—two realities every Christian faces because every Christian is in relationships.

We’re joined by Dr. T... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Mark Jones
Pastor, Faith PCA, Vancouver; author of The Pilgrim's Regress
Faith Presbyterian Church, PCA (Vancouver) / Author
Episode: Ep. 144 - Backsliding: How to Guard Against Complacency - Dr. Mark Jones
Dr. Will den Hollander
New Testament Professor at the Canadian Reformed Theological Seminary
Canadian Reformed Theological Seminary
Episode: Ep. 143: The Sobering Conviction & Comfort of Hell - Dr. Will den Hollander
Dr. Tim Lane
Biblical counselor, pastor, and author.
Episode: Ep. 142 - How to Fight Fair & Forgive Well - Dr. Tim Lane
Dr. William den Hollander
New Testament professor at The Theological Seminary in Hamilton
Episode: Ep. 141 - The Comfort Heaven Brings to Earth - Dr. William den Hollander
Craig Haan
Director of Eagle Builders
Eagle Builders
Episode: Ep. 140 - Godly Ambition: The Eagle Builders Story
Gerrit Sterk
Director of Operations at Eagle Builders
Eagle Builders
Episode: Ep. 140 - Godly Ambition: The Eagle Builders Story
Carling North
Co-founder of Agape Recovery with extensive experience in mental health and addictions.
Agape Recovery
Episode: Ep. 136 - Addiction, Recovery & True Healing - Jake DeJong & Carling North
Douglas Bond
Historian, teacher, and prolific author of over 35 books focused on historical fiction from the Reformation.
Episode: Ep. 135 - How the Reformation Changed Everything! - Douglas Bond
Jesse Newton
Educator and Co-founder of Oakhill Classical Christian School
Oakhill Classical Christian School
Episode: Ep. 134 - What is Classical Christian Education? - Jesse Newton & Doug Sikkema

Hosts

Lucas Holtvluwer
Host and Co-host of discussions focused on theological and community issues within the Reformed faith, providing insights and facilitating conversations on complex topics.
Tyler Vanderwoude
Host and Co-host engaging with guests on significant issues related to faith and community dynamics, leading impactful discussions that inspire listeners.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 279 ratings
  • Life Applicable

    Your topics are varied, interesting and are a great starting point for discussions and learning. I always find good takeaways to use in my own life and to help others. Thanks !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sandragracie8
    Canada6 months ago
  • Thanks

    Great show! Thanks for all your work putting it together! Keep it up. I really enjoy that you are more than willing to have guests that disagree with you and can have that hard but much needed conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoDawg053
    Canada4 years ago

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Ep. 144 - Backsliding: How to Guard Against Complacency - Dr. Mark Jones
Q: Is there a cure-all for backsliding?
No, there is no single cure-all; perseverance comes from a constituted means—God's word, the church, the sacraments, exhortation, and communal accountability—working together in a supportive church ecosystem.
Ep. 144 - Backsliding: How to Guard Against Complacency - Dr. Mark Jones
Q: How would you define backsliding?
Backsliding is a sustained period where a person consistently moves away from spiritual disciplines like prayer, Scripture, and worship, often accompanied by habitual patterns of sin; it's not just a bad week but a gradual drift.
Ep. 141 - The Comfort Heaven Brings to Earth - Dr. William den Hollander
Q: What will we do in heaven?
We will work, play, and enjoy creation in a way that reflects God's intent, without the limitations and burdens of sin.
Ep. 141 - The Comfort Heaven Brings to Earth - Dr. William den Hollander
Q: How do we differentiate between the intermediate state and the new earth?
The intermediate state is a temporary state before the resurrection, while the new earth is the final, perfected creation after judgment.
Ep. 141 - The Comfort Heaven Brings to Earth - Dr. William den Hollander
Q: Can we take the passage literally where Jesus says the thief will be with him in paradise?
Yes, it indicates a conscious entrance into God's presence, though there are interpretations about the physical state involved.

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1. Dr. Mark Jones
2. Dr. Will den Hollander
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4. Dr. William den Hollander
5. Craig Haan
6. Gerrit Sterk
7. Carling North
8. Douglas Bond

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