Podcast di Sean Azzaro

The reviews are in - The Jesus Revolution gets 5 Stars (and 2 fishes). Pastor Sean shares his take on the story, and how they tell the whole story...as there's never a perfect church because there are never perfect people. Get some popcorn and enjoy the conversation.Di Pastor Sean Azzaro

Mental Illness is plaguing the world with Anxiety Disorder leading the way in America affecting 40 million adults. Pastor Sean talks about the whys, the hope, and speaks the truth in love when it comes to treatment. Open your Bible to Philippians Chapter 4 and follow along.Di Pastor Sean Azzaro

Sean Azzaro is not only a teacher and pastor, he's also a gifted Worship Leader. Sean digs in deep today on what is worship, how should you prepare to worship, and has some ideas on how we should see worship differently in the church today.Di Pastor Sean Azzaro

As of this posting 50K have flocked to Kentucky to be a part of the "Asbury Revival". Should you go too? Sean says if you do, bring him back some nuggets from Buc-ee's...but that's not the question you should ask. You can ask God to revive your heart right here, right now. God's not "there", He's here.…

Many agree...one of the greatest Super Bowl Games ever but there was a lot more cooking...from the patriotism demonstrated, an epic version of the Nation Anthem, to the drama of a "Black National Anthem" and again the division created. Sean shares something special that happened on Super Bowl Sunday when River City joined River City Espanol (the Sp…

A ton of stuff on the table, Superbowl Weekend, Valentine's Day Week, The State of the Union...but it's Black History Month. How do we honor it in this divisive climate to reflect Christ? Pastor Sean has a dream! There is neither Jew nor Greek, slave nor free, male nor female, for you are all one in Christ Jesus - Unity!…

Steve Arterburn is the founder of New Life Ministries and host of New Life Live on 200 stations including Sirius XM. His modern classic Every Man's Battle is followed up with something deeper in his latest release "Every Believers Thought Life. Pastor Sean's conversation with Steve Arterburn is one that will change the way you think about they way …

After the opening fun topics of Sean's new hat, football smack, and how to pick a church, Sean shares the story of Ivan Provorov - the Russian Hockey Player who said "no" to participating in the pre-game pride night activity which had all players to wear a rainbow jersey. His comment to the press was it was his desire "to stay true to myself and my…

Did you hear about the guy who was asked to leave the Mall of America for wearing a "Jesus Saves" T-Shirt? That was the headline...but did you read the story? There's a bigger one for you if you read between the lines and past the media's agenda. How are we supposed to witness, and share our faith? Pastor Sean has some advice for you that comes fro…

It's a new year, and Pastor Sean strongly encourages you to be in relationship with God, you must be in the Word to hear God's voice in your life. We present to you the plan! 1) Where to Start: Use A Bible Reading Plan - https://reallife.org/get-involved/bible-reading/ 2) How To Study God's Word via REAP: Read, Examine, Apply, Pray Read - Prayerful…

It's always great when Pastors Sean and Lauri Azzaro join in conversation together and hear how this couple does Real Life together. You'll hear an interview with them both as they talk about how they process the new year...what's the vision, what are the goals, how do they measure success/failure. And after you get the vision/set the goals, then w…

Freeze Navidad...the Cattle are Freezing...The Herald Angels Freeze! But Christmas is still coming so don't miss it. Pastor Sean has some ideas on how to slow down - get connected - listen and love this season. Plus how to let your faith shine when it's sometimes hard with Cousin Eddie in the house. Spend Christmas Eve in community at River City Co…

If you're in new ministry or business, growing pains are part of the plan when growth comes. How do you raise new leaders and how do you let go? Pastor Sean shares his personal experience and shows the model given to us in the Word.Di Pastor Sean Azzaro

LISTEN TO THIS ONE! Spiritual Warfare - more Christianese or is it real? Are there really battles happening over countries in the heavens? What's happening in the world today with wars, rumors of wars, scandal, deception, and corruption here on Earth, Sean says it's almost like a Frank Peretti novel...there is a war on...it's spiritual - there is e…

Pastor Sean has some fun breaking down some old-school "Christianese" and some of the truth behind it, followed by the Christian perspective on the Respect For Marriage Act and the repeal of the Defense of Marriage Act.Di Pastor Sean Azzaro

You'll get a full podcast experience here with a Post-Casting Crowns Concert report, a Pre-Christmas LIVE Giving Exercise, and a Post-Midterm conversation on what it means, was the overturning of Roe v Wade worth the losses in the House, and what's really the bottom line...and we think you already know what it is...but listen anyway.…

The day this was recorded (11/8/22) elections were happening all over the country. Picking a leader in politics is a privilege in our country, but surrounding yourself with leaders in your life is also a decision you can control. Pastor Sean shares his quick list of Biblical qualities to look for when picking a leader and not just in politics but i…

Halloween is behind us, and if you pop into Walmart or whatever retail space, Christmas is already here...but Pastor Sean says "Don't Forget Thanksgiving". And with that how do you prepare your heart if the holidays are not something you're looking forward too because of past hurts from family. Sean has a good word for you to experience Relational …

Casting Crowns will be back at the Real Life Amphitheatre on November 11th. Tickets on sale at www.reallifeamp.com. Lead Singer/Youth Pastor Mark Hall takes time to reflect on 20+ years of music and pastoral ministry. While Casting Crowns has had huge success over the years, Sean asks the real life questions, and Mark gives the real life answers.…

Early voting starts soon...the Midterms are here...Election Day is November 8th...and Pastor Sean Azzaro made a special list...not of the candidates but of issues that we seem to forget. Sean wants to remind you when you go to the polls, DON'T FORGET...(spoilers) politicians who were enjoying the control during COVID / who wanted to defund the poli…

10 years ago this month, River City Community Church's Pastor Jason Powers accepted the call to lead a new church plant in New Braunfels. He invited Pastor Sean to celebrate with them last Sunday as they talk about the importance of remembering what the Lord did, and what He's doing...it's important to pause because when you think about it, "it's w…

If you think you're busy..."oh my life is so crazy...it's controlled chaos...I haven't had time to even think...if I don't get this done, no one else will do it...etc.." - yeah...we know who you are. Pastor Sean has word for you from the Bible. It fact its one of the 10 Commandments. Take time away from your "busy" life, rest...and enjoy this conve…

Pastor Sean returns to the States after ministering to leaders of churches in India. Hear about their different style of worship, the different way they present the Gospel, the different customs, culture, and cuisine. Bottom line - figure out how to love your neighbor via missions. It will change your life, and possibly someone else too.…

Trey Ware (550 KTSA Morning Host / Texas and San Antonio Radio Hall of Fame) shared his testimony a few weeks ago, and was gracious to stay with us a little longer. We dig deeper into a darker season of his faith with the loss of his two adult children Rebecca and Justin. "Why God? What did I do?" are the usual questions...be inspired by God's answ…

On Thursday September 1st, 2022 Pastor Sean and Lauri Azzaro board the plane to the mission field known as India! Why? Aren't we all supposed to go out into all the world and share the Good News? Do I have to leave the country? "Here I am Lord, send someone else" - well...as Sean says, "Never tell God what's up..." Enjoy this conversation and the r…

On August 25th, 2022, the Texas Pro-Life "Trigger" Law takes effect and it seems there's some intentional confusion being created. Dr. Ingrid Skop, a board-certified OB/GYN says misinformation from Planned Parenthood is the one putting women at risk. Sean reminds us of the opportunity for us to care for women, and help them find the real life God c…

Coming up on a 50 year career in media KTSA's Trey Ware wakes up San Antonio and half the state with his take on the news and what we need to know with a live morning show, but without apology Christ comes first. Sean gets the full story of Trey's journey to Real Life.Di Pastor Sean Azzaro, Trey Ware

This is Part 2 of a continued conversation of preparing for the new school year, this time with a focus on that first year college student. If you're the parent of that 18 year old heading out, or a new parent or grandparent of the 2 year old this message is for you. You'll also get some cool insight/life-hacks on doing Chicago.…

As the new school year begins, Sean starts a deep dive conversation into the importance of Christian Education and making disciples, equipping our kids to lead others to Christ and the real life before them...but before that Sean really takes a deep dive - it's scuba-time.Di Pastor Sean Azzaro

Alliance Defending Freedom is the world’s largest legal organization committed to protecting religious freedom, free speech, and the sanctity of life. What an honor to have the President and CEO Michael Farris chat with Pastor Sean about some great successes happening in the name of religious freedom in America.…

A guest worthy of the most honor of any guest before, and we've had some big ones. Lauri Azzaro provides a little more color to life in the history of Real Life Ministries which started as a "church plant" in the Azzaro living room. 35 years of marriage later, hear the keys to keeping the balance and the priorities in order when it comes to marriag…

Grocery bills higher, gas prices higher, electric bills higher...and another thing possibly rising higher is anxiety. But don't worry...Pastor Sean has a gentle reminder of who your Provider is. Might want to take notes on this one because Sean shares six behavioral ideas when it comes to finances...and gives them to you at no charge. :)…

Sean pops out of Ya-Ya Pops Camp to take a very important call with Mark Paoletta, Co-Author of Created Equal: Clarence Thomas In His Own Words - a brand new book where Thomas weighs in on abortion, affirmative action, and so much more. And the timing of the book coming out is interesting, as Thomas is in the crosshairs after the overturning preced…

After a short time away for rest, and deep diving into the Word planning for the next season, lo and behold Pastor Sean couldn't wait another day to get back in action and talk about the recent Supreme Court striking down Roe vs. Wade and it going back to the states. Sean has some answers for the questions the world is asking.…

While Sean is getting some rest, being woke was a topic in a fun conversation with Joel Berry, Editor for The Babylon Bee. Enjoy the fun in case you missed it!Di Pastor Sean Azzaro, Joel Berry

Worship - What does it mean? Is there a right way to do it? What if God doesn't like Hip-Hop or the electric guitar solo? Can worship music become its own idol? Why do churches do it the way they do it? This whole conversation starts off with Sean seeing a Texas Blues player over the weekend and it just went there.…

Pastor Sean calls an emergency meeting with Dave McCall, the CEO of Pregnancy Care Center in San Antonio. He shares his take on the latest news of the Supreme Court opinion leak, and if Roe v. Wade was flipped, what it would mean to their ministry.Di Pastor Sean Azzaro, Dave McCall

Tragedy strikes so close to home in Uvalde, Texas. Pastor Sean tackles the big question of "Why?" - "Why God?", "Why those kids?", "Why Uvalde?" and then challenges us with the answer to the next question, "What are we supposed to do?"Di Pastor Sean Azzaro

After more breaking news of another exciting show coming to the Real Life Amphitheater after this big week with The Zac Brown Band, it gets real real quick. Meet the men behind Warriors of Ramoth: Preston Kinikin (CEO-Certified First Responder Chaplain) and Ian Brown (CFO-US Army, Sergeant Frist Class (R)). Warriors of Ramoth is a non-profit that s…

Sean's special guest is Mary DeMuth author of The Most Misunderstood Women of the Bible: What Their Stories Teach Us About Thriving. A unique book and a wonderful conversation that may be a reminder for you that you're not alone, and God is with you...even if your name is Bathsheba, Tamar or Eve.Di Pastor Sean Azzaro, Mary DeMuth

Breaking news on the next concert coming to the Real Life Amphitheatre that's the size of Kansas, but the biggest breaking news of the day was the leaked opinion by Justice Samuel Alito that could undo Roe. Sean shares what this could mean, and where Christians should start...and here's a clue - truth and love.…

Meet Dirk Smith with Eastern European Mission that started as an underground ministry that smuggled Bibles behind the Iron Curtain. Now with a huge focus on Ukraine, they can't print Bibles fast enough. Plus Sean talks about Free Speech in America as a new chapter starts for Twitter, and a High School Coach's prayer after a football game on the 50 …

Easter at River City Community Church saw record attendance, the Gospel was heard, it was glorious, meanwhile Franklin Graham spent Easter in the Ukraine. plus Big Ben goes kingdom bigger.Di Pastor Sean Azzaro

Before sharing the bottom line of what the Resurrection really means to you and me, Sean covers Master's Champion Scottie Scheffler's testimony, and then Lt. Col. Allen West prevented from "testifying" on American Exceptionalism by a BLM woke mob at the University of Buffalo. Oh the irony.Di Pastor Sean Azzar

Sean reunites with our Israeli friend Reuven Doron thru the miracle of the internet as he stayed up late on the other side of the world for this conversation. They talk Easter/Passover, Reuven's ministry called SHELANU TV where unbelieving Israelis hear his messianic faith in the Lord in what they believe is the great harvest of souls. Listen in to…

Pastor Sean digs into Grace with Dr. Andrew Farley, author of The Grace Message, plus Sean gives his take on the Hollywood-Be-Thy-Name Oscar scene and if the guy on stage insults your wife, here's how it should have gone down.Di Pastor Se, Andrew

Sean Azzaro hits the big 6-0 - and heads to the hills, and so we present to you a conversation you may have missed the first time, while it's still relevant in a "post COVID" day. San Antonio Radio Hall of Famer Trey Ware shares his testimony, and his take on media reform. Trey Ware broadcasts daily on 550 KTSA where his mission is to share the new…

Live Show Events/Defiant Artist Agency concert promoter Greg Carnes joins Pastor Sean in a conversation on some up coming shows coming to the Real Life Amp including Lecrae and Micah Tyler, which leads to the state of the Christian Music Industry...the good and the bad. Plus hear Sean's review of the recent Bob Dylan concert at the Majestic Theatre…

Russia invades after weeks of build up, and speculation - the definition of "rumors of war"...plus our share of earthquakes, famines and lawlessness in our generation. Surely THIS IS THE END OF THE AGE...RIGHT? Is this Bible Prophesy happening in real time? Pastor Sean says..."Well...what does the Bible really say here..."…

On 2/22/2022 Sean Azzaro celebrates 60 years on Planet Earth, and shares several lessons learned in the journey...and it ain't over yet.Di Pastor Sean Azzaro