When Anxiety Hits at 2:40 A.M. | God Met Me in His Word
After several unexpected financial hits in just a few weeks, Steve found himself wide awake at 2:40 a.m.—worried about money, car repairs, and how everything was going to work out. Then one simple thought cut through the anxiety: Open your Bible.
Church Business Meetings, Bible Bargains & Fun Friday
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.
How to Answer Logan Paul—and Every “Good Person”—About Heaven
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.
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?
Take Your Thoughts Captive: Faith, Culture & Renewing Your Mind
Steve starts with country music star Lainey Wilson and a message she recently shared about faith, our thought lives, gratitude, and the biblical call to renew our minds.
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.
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
Spiritual Warfare Is Real: Surrender, Purpose & Living an Authentic Faith
What does spiritual warfare actually look like in everyday life—and how do you fight back when worry, fear, and pressure begin stealing your peace? On this episode of The Steve Marston Show, Steve gets personal about a middle-of-the-night battle with racing thoughts, stress, and anxiety—and the simple biblical truth that helped him regain his peace: “Resist the devil, and he will flee from you.” Sometimes spiritual warfare doesn't look dramatic. Sometimes it looks like the thoughts that keep pulling your attention away from God.