The Steve Marston Show

The Steve Marston Show
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He’s a regular guy with a cool job—and a deep love for Jesus. The Steve Marston Show is a daily, faith-and-fun conversation designed to help you take the next step in your walk with Christ. Think of it as a “200-level” discipleship course: deeper than the basics, but still practical, relatable, and real. Each episode blends biblical truth, cultural commentary, and honest talk about marriage, parenting, identity, and what it looks like to put God first in a busy, distracted world. Along the way, Steve sits down with guests God is working through, highlights stories of transformation, explores what’s happening in the news through a Christian lens, and—yes—delivers a steady dose of dad jokes. Serious about faith. Serious about fun. And serious about helping you live like Jesus where it matters most.

  1. 1d ago

    Church Business Meetings, Bible Bargains & Fun Friday

    It’s Fun Friday on The Steve Marston Show, where faith is serious—but that doesn’t mean Christians have to be serious all the time. Steve kicks things off with a question you probably never considered: Which Bible character would you trust to negotiate the price of a car? Abraham? Jacob? Joseph? Zacchaeus? Even Goliath gets a vote. The answers are surprisingly biblical—and hilarious. Then it’s time for Unwritten Rules, and this week Steve tackles the Unwritten Rules of Church Business Meetings. From the danger of saying, “This should go quick,” to debates over the thermostat, mysterious parliamentary procedure, and the unmistakable power of a wife standing in the back holding her purse, church people will recognize these immediately. Later, Brett Eckelberry from Plugged In joins Steve to talk movies, entertainment and technology, including the continuing popularity of Marvel, upcoming releases, classic movies like Frankenstein, finding deeper themes in some frightening films, and how parents can navigate the enormous amount of content their kids encounter on YouTube. Plus, Steve shares some stories you may have missed, the Dad Joke of the Day, and this week’s Faith Between Your Ears verse, Jeremiah 9:24. And today’s Your Next Step is simple: have a little fun with your Christian life. Following Jesus matters more than anything—but joy should be part of the journey too. The Steve Marston Show is a daily journey in learning how to live more like Jesus—with biblical teaching, conversations, encouragement, faith, culture and a little fun along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Church Business Meetings, Bible Bargains & Fun Friday

  2. 2d ago

    How to Answer Logan Paul—and Every “Good Person”—About Heaven

    Are you a good enough person to get into heaven? It’s one of the most common beliefs about salvation—and when Logan Paul was asked about his confidence that he would go to heaven, his answer sounded a lot like what millions of people would probably say: I’ve made mistakes, but I’m trying to be a good person. On today’s Steve Marston Show, Steve breaks down Logan Paul’s conversation with 22-year-old evangelist Bryce Crawford and examines the fundamental difference between trusting in our own goodness and trusting in what Jesus has done for us. Bryce offers a simple courtside-ticket analogy that provides a great example of how Christians can explain the Gospel naturally and conversationally. Then, in Christian Explain Yourself, Steve tackles something Christians say constantly: “In Jesus’ name, amen.” Why do we end our prayers that way? Is it a biblical command? Does saying those words somehow make a prayer more powerful? Steve explains why praying in Jesus’ name is about far more than simply adding a phrase to the end of a prayer. Plus, Tyler Marston from 1189 joins the show to explore one of the Bible’s most action-packed chapters—Acts 27. Paul is a prisoner aboard a ship headed toward Rome when a violent storm changes everything. Through shipwreck, fear and uncertainty, Paul demonstrates what faithful obedience looks like when circumstances are completely beyond our control. Also on the show: • What Paul’s shipwreck teaches us about trusting God when our plans fall apart• How living faithfully can give Christians influence with people around them• Why Christians should be prepared to explain the Gospel clearly• Stories from the Christian world you may have missed• The Dad Joke of the Day• Faith Between Our Ears: Jeremiah 9:24• Your Next Step: Be ready when someone asks you questions about Jesus The Steve Marston Show is a daily Christian radio show and podcast helping you live more like Jesus through biblical teaching, Christian discipleship, faith and culture conversations, interviews, encouragement and a little fun along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    How to Answer Logan Paul—and Every “Good Person”—About Heaven

  3. 3d ago

    Jews.com: Rabbi Kirt Schneider’s Bold Mission to Reach Jewish People for Jesus

    What happens when God gives you a calling that seems far bigger than anything you could accomplish on your own? Rabbi Kirt Schneider of Discovering the Jewish Jesus joins Steve to share the remarkable story behind Jews.com—a massive outreach designed to introduce Jewish people to Jesus as Messiah. Rabbi Kirt shares the extraordinary story of how he believes God called him to take the Gospel more directly into the Jewish community. That calling eventually led to an unexpected opportunity: acquiring the domain Jews.com and using it as the centerpiece of an evangelistic campaign now reaching into New York City. With Jews.com appearing on billboards and advertising throughout the city, the goal is simple: spark enough curiosity for Jewish people to visit the website and consider Jesus and the Messianic prophecies for themselves. Kirt also explains how Christians can use Jews.com as a simple tool for beginning conversations with Jewish friends about Jesus. Also on today’s Steve Marston Show, Steve remembers evangelist David Ring, whose powerful testimony of living with cerebral palsy while faithfully pointing people to Jesus impacted countless lives. Steve reflects on David’s unforgettable message and the Christian hope of resurrection. Then, in Seek & Find, we head to 1 Kings 12 and the division of Israel’s kingdom. Who was the man of God who delivered the message that helped prevent a war between Judah and Israel? Your assignment is to seek and find the answer in 1 Kings 12:22–24. Plus, stories you may have missed, including Conceivable, Tauren Wells on ministry pressure and spiritual restoration, Lady A and Boyz II Men collaborating on music inspired by The Chosen, and a church celebrating hundreds of baptisms. And we continue putting Jeremiah 9:24 between our ears as this week’s memory verse. The Steve Marston Show is a daily journey in learning how to live more like Jesus—with biblical teaching, conversations with people God is working through, encouragement, faith, culture…and the occasional dad joke. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Jews.com: Rabbi Kirt Schneider’s Bold Mission to Reach Jewish People for Jesus

  4. 4d ago

    God Doesn’t Want You Happy

    What does it look like to actually live out your faith—not just talk about it? On today’s Steve Marston Show, Steve challenges the idea that God’s primary goal is simply for us to be happy. True joy runs deeper than circumstances. It comes through trusting God, obeying His Word, and leaving the consequences to Him. Then, in “That’s Not in the Bible,” Steve tackles another common misconception: Is money really the root of all evil? What does Scripture actually say about wealth, possessions, greed, and our dependence on God? Plus, Emerson Collins from Focus on the Family joins Steve to talk about Bring Your Bible to School Day on October 1. What began in 2014 with thousands of students has grown into a nationwide event involving more than a million participants. Emerson shares encouraging stories of students boldly living out their faith and explains what students and educators can do in public schools. Also in this episode: • Why obedience matters more than chasing happiness• What the Bible really teaches about money and possessions• How students can live out their faith at school• The importance of being “doers of the Word”• News from for KING & COUNTRY• J.R.R. Tolkien’s upcoming honor at Westminster Abbey• Faith Between Our Ears: Jeremiah 9:24• And, of course, the Dad Joke of the Day The Steve Marston Show is a daily journey in learning how to live more like Jesus—with biblical teaching, conversations with people God is working through, encouragement, and a little fun along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    God Doesn’t Want You Happy

  5. 5d ago

    Faith in the Real World

    Why does Bible teaching recorded decades ago continue reaching—and changing—people all over the world? Steve Marston sits down with Steve Shwetz of Through the Bible with Dr. J. Vernon McGee for a fascinating conversation about the remarkable reach of a ministry that continues to thrive nearly 40 years after Dr. McGee’s death. Steve Shwetz shares how Through the Bible continues introducing new generations to Scripture, reaching listeners on more than 1,600 radio stations in the U.S. and Canada while also taking biblical teaching around the globe. They discuss the ministry’s app, listener testimonies, the World Prayer Team, translating Dr. McGee’s teaching into smaller languages, and the surprising ways God is opening doors again in Western Europe. Steve also tackles an important question sparked by a listener comment: What’s the difference between sharing your faith and forcing your faith on someone? Looking at Jesus and the rich young ruler, Steve explains why genuine faith cannot be coerced—and why giving someone an opportunity to hear about Jesus is different from forcing belief. Plus, it’s Monday, which means Sunday Morning Takeaways, including lessons about loving our enemies, bearing spiritual fruit, avoiding complacency after a victory, and remembering that God delights in His people. Also in this episode: • Billy Corgan of Smashing Pumpkins talks about his Christian faith and belief in Jesus• Natalie Grant discusses the opportunities and dangers of artificial intelligence for the Church and Christian music• A controversy involving C.S. Lewis’s family and the upcoming Chronicles of Narnia adaptation• The Dad Joke of the Day• A new Faith Between Your Ears memory verse: Jeremiah 9:24• An invitation to expand your prayer life by praying for believers and ministries around the world Your Next Step: Pray for someone outside your normal circle today. Ask God to broaden your vision beyond your own needs and show you how He is working around the world. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Faith in the Real World

  6. Sep 25

    The Unwritten Rules of Sunday School | Faith, Fun & Following Jesus

    What are the rules of Sunday School that everybody knows—but nobody actually wrote down? On this episode of The Steve Marston Show, Steve debuts a brand-new Friday feature: The Unwritten Rules. First up: the 7 Unwritten Rules of Sunday School—from the person who says, “I know we’re out of time, but…” to the unexpected calling of the church’s newest Donut Ministry Director. And, of course, there’s the most sacred rule of all: that’s MY seat. But there’s plenty of substance along with the fun. Steve reflects on an observation from Brant Hansen about discipleship and why the good news of Jesus isn’t only about what happens after we die. Following Christ changes the way we live right here and right now—how we forgive, love our enemies, find peace and purpose, and participate in God’s Kingdom today. Then Adam Holz from Plugged In joins Steve for the weekly look at entertainment and pop culture, including new movies, Marvel, Wolverine, family entertainment, and the questions surrounding the upcoming Chronicles of Narnia adaptation. Plus, Steve shares updates from the Christian world, including Anne Wilson’s “My Jesus” story heading to the big screen, the latest from Ben Sasse, and a look at Awake Houston and its call for Christians to take the Great Commission seriously. And because it’s Friday, there’s a dad joke too. The Steve Marston Show is a daily journey in learning how to live more like Jesus—with biblical truth, conversations, encouragement, culture, and a little fun along the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Unwritten Rules of Sunday School | Faith, Fun & Following Jesus

  7. Sep 23

    When Pastors Become Celebrities + The Spiritual War Against Israel | Jim Scudder Jr.

    What happens when a pastor becomes more of a celebrity than a shepherd? On today’s Steve Marston Show, Steve takes a closer look at celebrity pastor culture and the dangers that can emerge when ministry success, influence, speaking opportunities, and public recognition begin separating pastors from the local churches they were called to serve. Using the recent discussion surrounding Steve Lawson as a starting point, Steve considers why isolation can create serious spiritual vulnerabilities—and why accountability matters for every Christian leader. Then, on Seek & Find, we head into the book of Joel. It may be only three chapters long, but its message is enormous: repentance, judgment, restoration, and the coming Day of the Lord. What can this often-overlooked Minor Prophet teach Christians about being ready for Christ? Steve also revisits a conversation with Jim Scudder Jr., pastor of Quentin Road Baptist Church and Bible teacher on InGrace, about his book The Spiritual War Against Israel: Defending Biblical Zionism and Understanding Israel’s Place in God’s Prophetic Plan. Scudder explains his biblical case for Zionism, God's covenant promises to Israel, his dispensational understanding of prophecy, and why he believes Christians should love and support Jewish people. Plus, Steve catches you up on encouraging stories from the Christian world, including hundreds of baptisms at a North Carolina church, a historic Samaritan’s Purse DC-8 finding a new home at Liberty University, and an innovative project bringing the Gospel of Luke to deaf audiences through American Sign Language. And, of course, there’s a Dad Joke of the Day and another opportunity to put God’s Word between your ears with Isaiah 53:5. The Steve Marston Show is a daily Christian radio show and podcast helping you live more like Jesus through biblical teaching, Christian discipleship, faith and culture conversations, interviews, encouragement—and a little fun along the way. Hear the show on 99.5 The Word in Little Rock, AM 630 The Word in San Antonio, and wherever you listen to podcasts. Visit SteveMarstonShow.com for more episodes, conversations, and resources. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    When Pastors Become Celebrities + The Spiritual War Against Israel | Jim Scudder Jr.

  8. Sep 22

    Guilt or Conviction? How to Know Which Voice You’re Hearing | The Steve Marston Show

    Is that voice in your head God’s conviction—or simply guilt and condemnation? On this episode of The Steve Marston Show, Steve breaks down an important part of Christian discernment: learning to recognize the difference between the voice that drives you toward shame and the conviction that calls you back into a right relationship with God. Steve shares a personal example from his years as a young husband and father, when he felt enormous pressure to conduct the “perfect” family devotional. Over time, he discovered that biblical discipleship in the home is bigger than checking off a devotional box—it’s about making conversations about God part of everyday life. Plus, in That’s Not in the Bible, Steve tackles the claim that “Jesus never said He was God.” What did Jesus mean when He declared, “Before Abraham was, I am”? And what do His own words reveal about His identity and eternal nature? You’ll also hear part of Steve’s conversation with author Sabrina McDonald, author of The Bible, Politics and Culture: A Biblical Worldview Guide for Christian Women. They discuss why Christians need to know not only what they believe, but why they believe it, the reliability of Scripture, biblical worldview, family, culture, and the importance of allowing Scripture—not culture—to shape our thinking. Also in this episode: • Jessica Simpson talks about faith and being “born again”• Nick Vujicic’s story comes to theaters in No Limbs, No Limits• New research examines Christians, forgiveness, and self-forgiveness• The Dad Joke of the Day• Faith Between Our Ears: Isaiah 53:5• Your Next Step: practice discernment and learn to separate God’s voice from the noise The Steve Marston Show is a daily Christian radio show and podcast helping you live more like Jesus through biblical teaching, Christian discipleship, faith and culture conversations, interviews, encouragement—and a little fun along the way. Hear the show on 99.5 The Word in Little Rock, AM 630 The Word in San Antonio, and wherever you listen to podcasts. Helping You Live More Like Jesus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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He’s a regular guy with a cool job—and a deep love for Jesus. The Steve Marston Show is a daily, faith-and-fun conversation designed to help you take the next step in your walk with Christ. Think of it as a “200-level” discipleship course: deeper than the basics, but still practical, relatable, and real. Each episode blends biblical truth, cultural commentary, and honest talk about marriage, parenting, identity, and what it looks like to put God first in a busy, distracted world. Along the way, Steve sits down with guests God is working through, highlights stories of transformation, explores what’s happening in the news through a Christian lens, and—yes—delivers a steady dose of dad jokes. Serious about faith. Serious about fun. And serious about helping you live like Jesus where it matters most.

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