This is a common problem that may go undiagnosed more often than we know. Lisa Flom was vulnerable and honest about a struggle that she battled for a number of years but conquered in the knowledge of her true identity in Christ.

Every encounter with Ken Riley included stories of the big things God was doing and it all flowed so freely. Once, after speaking at @lakeanncamp, out of my mouth came, “Ken, I have to have you on the real deal podcast because we talk about real people, real stories, and a real God!” Ken is the Executive Director of Lake Ann Camp in Michigan. We first met in 2014 after I was invited to speak at their women’s retreat. I’ve been delighted to return many times. It’s been a great memorable...

I am on the planet to do this! I had the privilege to speak at Elmbrook Church's Ladies Christmas Gathering last month. It was a lively time encouraging the ladies, telling stories of divine appointments and holy moments. Listen and join in! Support The Real Deal by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-real-deal Find out more at https://the-real-deal.pinecast.co

What do a head nurse lying sick in a hospital bed, the Beatles, castles, a Salvation Army lady, a devoted father, the headmaster of a school, and the leader of England’s Capernwray Hall have in common?  They are all part of Jill Briscoe’s life and journey of faith.  She spoke about her childhood in Liverpool, England. She recalled the bombings during WW II along with nightmares that followed and what she called “the birth of her doubting.” Fearful thoughts found fertile ground and a place to...

Multiple mic drop moments in this podcast! Lisa speaks of finding her self-worth in the one who made us worthy. She is a woman of rescue missions: from wanting people to know how rescued they are by God to taking on stray cats, she creates atmospheres of safety.  Lisa hosted me as her house guest in the summer of 2019. She called her home the “house of help yourself” and I was delighted to be part of her family.  Lisa returns to “the real deal” podcast, I interviewed her back in season two,...

When Jill and I met it was a bit underwhelming because it was via conference call; I could only hear her voice. Meeting her in person and getting to minister together at Cedar Lake Ministries was a whole different experience, priceless! She’s the real deal! No hiding…what you see is what you get and she’s delightfully honest and fun too. I attended her seminar and heard a bit of her story. Since we ministered two weekends back to back, I knew I needed to capture a time to sit down and...

Tabitha Deller is a returning guest and a sweet friend. This is what she said this regarding her new devotional, Near: "God came here to draw us near. This Advent, I’d love for you to join me on a truly life-changing Adventure! We’ll spend four weeks in the 28 chapters of the Gospel of Matthew gleaning from the very Word that became flesh and dwelt among us. Jesus’ words and His works, through His parables and miracles, will bring to life the promises He made and the prophecies He fulfilled....

During Season One of  “the real deal” podcast I interviewed my cousin, Annie Davis before she moved to Redding, California to attend Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry. I sat down with her after she graduated to capture another episode and I count it a privilege to share our conversion with you “real-dealers” out there.  Annie’s  honesty and vulnerability about her own past along with the passion she has for those who feel voiceless make this an insightful episode. I share it with great...

This episode is a bit of a switcheroo. Rachel is typically interviewing her guests but her long-time friend, Lisa Dorr interviewed Rachel for her radio show, "Community Issues and Missions." Tune in to hear Rachel on the other side of the questions for once. Support The Real Deal by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-real-deal Find out more at https://the-real-deal.pinecast.co

Hey, Rachel here! Ken Tarter is a husband, father, entrepreneur and he has been in my life since I was a university freshmen. We married siblings so our lives are forever connected and that pleases me. Ken is the real deal and has a huge presence and a song in his heart. One can always know if Ken is near because you hear him first, he is a whistler.  Ken is a visionary with a heart for impacting the things around him to grow, shift and become better than before he was involved. He creates...

Rachel had the privilege to talk with Steve Backlund of Igniting Hope Ministries. Steve is a prolific encourager, catalytic author, joy activator, and revivalist teacher. He brings transformational levels of hope to churches and organizations around the world. He is uniquely gifted to release hope, joy, and healthy leadership everywhere he goes. https://www.ignitinghope.com Support The Real Deal by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-real-deal Find out more at...

Rebekah shares her faith journey. Her story of addiction, recovery and into the prophetic will challenge you. Rebekah didn’t hold back. She talked of being “the wild-child” and her journey includes twists and turns. "I never knew about nor did I know she’d be that vulnerable sharing BUT it’s the real deal and she sure is!" Support The Real Deal by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-real-deal Find out more at https://the-real-deal.pinecast.co This podcast is...

Rachel and her friends reminisce and discuss their enduring friendship and how they have enhanced their relationship through trust and love with one another.

Roselyn Staples is a true friend. She has prayed for and held Rachel’s arms the way Aaron and Hur held up Moses’ arms when he grew tired. Roselyn is an author, blogger and is a trusted voice and wise friend to many. Roselyn’s rich life-journey spilled out as they spoke! She touched on her Norwegian heritage, growing up on a farm, becoming a nurse, her beautiful friendship that faced struggles and trials, her marriage later in life and hearing the voice of God. Roselyn‘s life and heart are...

Love, Fight, Rest, the Word: These words encapsulate this episode of the “real deal" podcast. Rachel had the privilege of chatting with Lisa, Stacia and Cyrena who were all part of a conference in the Minneapolis area called, “Hearts Set Free.” In this episode Lisa shared about grief, Stacia talked about being in the rest of God and Cyrena spoke about her passion for the fight in us as Kingdom warriors. Support The Real Deal by contributing to their Tip Jar:...

John is a lover of people. A creative who works with film and writing. He is kind and gentle, someone who honors others and pursues God with everything and in everything. Gallagher and I met in Pennsylvania while I attended a summer intensive at Global Awakening in 2019. John produces videos and refers to them as time capsules of experiences and events and sends them into the future for others. He works for Global Awakening and describes Global Awakening as a Boot Camp for servant...

This Buddy-Time episode of "the real deal' is chocked full of encouragement, challenge and hope! Gayle and Rachel discussed taking new territory, new beginnings, a spirit of acceleration doing things together, being in the word, the power of testimony and to not despise the day of small beginnings. They delighted in this truth: God uses screw ups. We all have something to share because God is moving. We get to be in the word and share testimony with others; it's a privilege and delight not...

Jodi Lucas is a woman who is present, available and relational. She is led by the Holy Spirit and grateful for His presence in her life and has become even more aware of His role in it. She never wants to grieve the Holy Spirit. Jodi has been a friend of mine for years, she is a wife, long term homeschool mom, a woman dedicated to discipleship, she is a lover of the word-Jesus, and she’s incredibly quick-witted and hilarious. In this episode we talked about the faithfulness of God and how...

I cannot wait to share this episode of “the real deal” podcast because @HardingLis is an articulate, loyal, deep well of knowledge and is a true worshipper who has been THROUGH A GREAT deal in her life and shares a rather long-list of the trials, tough situations and joys that have touched and formed her into who she is today. Oh, how I love her and know you will too.

During this episode you'll be encouraged that God has you and is weaving who He is and who He made you to be throughout your whole life! There isn't a day that was just a "throw away day." It doesn't matter, it's all part of his plan and the trajectory of our lives is for His glory...it's a good deal. Dave mentioned how grateful he is that God is a relentless pursuer of the lost and is a passionate lover of those who belong to Him. Support The Real Deal by contributing to their Tip Jar:...

This tender, powerful couple is making a big splash in the video world. Filming for them is more about story telling and they do it incredibly well.  Josh and Lisa Flom live a story worth telling. God blesses their love story, marriage, pregnancy and business, Flom Films. May we all live a story worth telling. 

Andrea Hopgood is a spirit-led leader and visionary who follows God wherever He takes her. She doesn’t hide her life’s journey and lives to EXPOSE the goodness of God and share the gospel. She’s covered a great deal of ground and was vulnerable with me. We had a sweet time recording this episode together. I honor my friend @andreahopgood and celebrate her significance and the genius of God in her! 

Ally's gregarious, married, and mother of twins plus one. Ally talks to Rachel about her OCD discovery and how she continues to deal with panic attacks and anxiety while living a full and active life.

Christa went through a nearly twenty year season of “waiting.” She now sees the way God honored a prayer she prayed as a 19 year old college student. We talked about her life and the trajectory she has had since she encountered the God who speaks and Holy Spirit who can be experienced everyday. Her first book “Singled Out in a Couples World” was released October 2021 and will be a help to anyone in the waiting period. Support The Real Deal by contributing to their Tip Jar:...

Rachel talks with Story and Isaac who share their love story and heart for the nations. Meeting at YWAM and now maintaining a long distance relationship from Canada and the US, they have already experienced God's provision and healing in their journey together. Support The Real Deal by contributing to their Tip Jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/the-real-deal Find out more at https://the-real-deal.pinecast.co