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Shelby Abbott

Sexual Addiction in a Hyper-Sexualized Culture: Garrett Kell

January 28, 2023

The struggle is real if you're wrestling with sexual addiction in our current hyper-sexualized culture. But what if sexual purity wasn't about "following the rules" as a Christian? Author, pastor, and Shelby's longtime friend Garrett Kell gets super honest about a struggle so many of us face today.

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Comedian Mike Goodwin knows laughing out loud not only entertains, it connects and heals. He explains how humor changed his story—and can change yours.
January 21, 2023
It’s hard not to be judgy. Brant Hansen, autistic and author of the book Unoffendable, spills the tea on social skills, arrogance, and anger.
January 14, 2023
Anger, apathy, and even constant consumption can sap our desire to be with God. Ruth Bethany gets real about how to pray when you don’t feel like praying.
January 7, 2023
Prayer: It can be a duty, a means to an end—or the conduit to pull closer to God in connection you crave. Ruth Bethany offers ideas to drive prayer deeper. 
December 31, 2022
Most people probably think they’re a good friend. But what do solid friends look like, exactly? Why is apologizing to our friends such a key element to building good friendships? Swing enthusiast, Taco Bell fan, and Shelby's best friend Andy Allan weighs in. 
December 24, 2022
The Bible is THE foundation on which a follower of Jesus must live...so why is it so hard to stay in it consistently? Renowned Bible teacher and author Jen Wilkin helps you to think critically about what we actually believe concerning Scriptures and why every Christian should be a person of the Word.
December 17, 2022
Feeling lonely, low, or even depressed during this holiday season? Author and pastor Dane Ortlund helps you to gain the genuine hope and guidance that comes straight out the book of Psalms, and then rejuvinates your soul this Christmas.
December 10, 2022
Why should you as a young person care about theology? Well, what you think about God literally impacts how you live your daily life, so theology is super important. And even though you may not recognize it, you (along with everyone else in the world) is a theologian. Campus minister Jocelyn Hepler helps you to see that because you're a theologian, you need a good theology. 
December 3, 2022
Feli Velez hated her sober mind. But quarantine, Tik Tok, and...well, running out of her marijuana stash sent her scrounging for meaning...and in her search, she found Jesus.
November 26, 2022
How do we love people like Jesus did AND make an intellectual case for Christianity? Well, Justin Brierley from the massive international podcast "Unbelievable?" believes everyone, from a committed Christian to a committed atheist, needs to be able to explain and defend their worldview, but do so in a respectful and caring way...especially if you're a follower of Jesus.
November 19, 2022
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About Real Life Loading...

Real Life Loading... is a mashup of biblical truth, personal authenticity, cultural awareness, and straight-up humor for young adults who are hungry for more than plastic Christianity. It’s a podcast about the life-changing power of Jesus for relationships in a constantly shifting culture. If that sounds interesting, pull up a chair.

About Shelby Abbott

Shelby Abbott is a Philly-based author, speaker, and campus minister who digs his wife, his daughters, sneakers, vinyl, movies, authenticity, and a healthy dose of positive sarcasm. Most of all, he's wild about Jesus and His ability to change everything about life.

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