God Doesn’t Want You Happy
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.
The Unwritten Rules of Sunday School | Faith, Fun & Following Jesus
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.
When Pastors Become Celebrities + The Spiritual War Against Israel | Jim Scudder Jr.
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.
Guilt or Conviction? How to Know Which Voice You’re Hearing | 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.
When Christians Blow It: What Comes Next? | Galen Hughes, Real Faith & Narnia Controversy
Steve looks at a very public mistake by Ole Miss quarterback Trinidad Chambliss and uses it to tackle a question every follower of Jesus eventually faces: What do you do when your actions don’t match the faith you profess?
Remembering 9/11: Faith, Unity & Hope in the Midst of Tragedy
Steve reflects on September 11, 2001—where he was when the attacks happened, the fear and uncertainty Americans experienced that day, and the remarkable unity that followed on September 12. For a generation that didn't live through 9/11, Steve explains why remembering the events—and the people who responded with courage and sacrifice—still matters.
Why Christians Follow Some Old Testament Laws—but Not Others
Steve tackles those questions in Christian, Explain Yourself, looking at the difference between moral, ceremonial and civil laws in the Old Testament and how the New Covenant in Jesus helps Christians understand which commands apply today.
Robert Jeffress: Why Christians Shouldn’t Fear the Book of Revelation
Steve sits down with Pastor Robert Jeffress, longtime pastor of First Baptist Church Dallas and Bible teacher on Pathway to Victory, to talk about his book The Final Conquest, a verse-by-verse study of Revelation.
Church Hurt Is Real: Forgiveness, Healing & Holding On to Jesus
On this episode of The Steve Marston Show, Steve tackles the painful reality of church hurt and spiritual abuse, beginning with the story of Skillet's John and Korey Cooper and their experience of being deeply wounded by people they trusted.
Do Pastors Really Need Sabbaticals Every Year?
Steve offers a thoughtful challenge to modern church culture. Pastors carry enormous spiritual and emotional burdens, and churches should protect them from burnout. But when does healthy rest become prolonged absence—
When Faith Gets Tested: Deconstruction, Church Hurt & Rebuilding with Jesus
Are people really abandoning Jesus—or are some struggling with a version of faith that couldn’t withstand suffering, disappointment, unanswered questions, and the failures of other Christians?
Then pastor, author, evangelist and speaker Brady Weldon joins Steve for a powerful conversation about moving from deconstruction to reconstruction.
Pastor Burnout: Why Your Pastor May Be Struggling in Silence
Steve sits down with Pastor Philip Miller, longtime pastor of First Baptist Church in Bryant, Arkansas, to have an important conversation about pastor burnout, ministry fatigue and the pressure pastors often put on themselves.
How to Talk About Jesus With Nonbelievers | Man to Man Ministry & the Truth Claims of Christ
Steve argues that Christians should start with the foundation: the extraordinary claims of Jesus Christ. Jesus didn't simply offer another philosophy or path to God—He claimed to be “the way, the truth, and the life.” If the resurrection happened and Jesus truly is who He claimed to be, that changes everything.
PLUS: Steve talks with John Vance of the Man2Man ministry at New Beginnings Pregnancy Center in Arkansas. Pregnancy centers understandably focus heavily on mothers and babies—but what about fathers?
The Power of “Yet”: Trusting God When You Don’t Know What’s Next
Steve explores “the power of yet” — the difference between saying “I don’t know what I’m going to do” and “I don’t know what I’m going to do yet.”
For followers of Jesus, that isn’t simply positive thinking. It’s a reminder that when we can’t see what happens next, we can still trust what we know about God.
Plus, it’s Fun Friday!
When God Calls, Will You Go? | Church Hurt, Nahum & Taking the Next Step
What do you do when you believe God is calling you to something—but taking that first step feels intimidating?
Steve talks with his son Tyler, creator of the 1189 YouTube channel, about recognizing God’s calling and having the courage to act on it.
Reading vs. Studying the Bible: Why You Need Both
The show also tackles a commonly misunderstood teaching of Jesus: “turn the other cheek.” Does Jesus really expect Christians to remain passive when they’re mistreated? Steve looks at the context of the Sermon on the Mount and explains the important difference
God Honors the Extra Mile | Faith That Goes Beyond What’s Expected
inspired by Adrian Rogers and Jesus’ teaching about going the second mile. It’s easy to do what’s required while grumbling about it. The harder—and more Christlike—response is to go beyond what is required with a willing heart, trusting God with the injustice, frustration, or inconvenience
When Life Seems Unfair: Asaph, Eternity & Keeping Your Eyes on God
On this Fun Friday edition of The Steve Marston Show, Steve introduces us to one of the most relatable people in the Bible: Asaph, the worship leader who wrote Psalm 73. Asaph loved God, served Him faithfully, and still found himself looking at the lives of the ungodly and wondering, Why am I doing all of this?
Washed in the Blood? What Christians Really Mean — Plus Paul’s Courage in Acts 23
the debut of a brand-new feature: “Explain Yourself, Christian!” Christians sometimes use words and phrases that make perfect sense inside the church but can sound downright strange to everyone else. First up: “Are you washed in the blood?”
Bible, Brews & Christian Liberty: Where Should Believers Draw the Line?
Steve discusses alcohol, personal conviction, Christian freedom, our influence on other believers, and why having the freedom to do something doesn’t necessarily mean it’s the wisest choice. Ultimately, believers must seek God’s direction while also allowing room for other Christians to follow their own convictions.