What Is Your Family Really Watching? | Brett Eckelberry of Plugged In
Steve Marston sits down with Brett Eckelberry of Plugged In, a ministry of Focus on the Family, to look at what’s happening across entertainment and technology.
They talk about the surprising return of Avengers: Endgame to the top of the box office, what’s ahead for Marvel, upcoming movies including The Social Reckoning and Angel Studios’ Angel and the Bad Man, and why classic movies such as Frankenstein can raise surprisingly deep theological questions.
Why Many Jewish People Never Consider Jesus
Rabbi Kirt Schneider of Discovering the Jewish Jesus joins Steve Marston to share the extraordinary story behind Jews.com and the massive outreach campaign now appearing across New York City.
1.5 Million Students Are Bringing Their Bibles to School | Emerson Collins
Emerson shares powerful stories of students whose simple decision to carry and read their Bible opened doors for conversations about Jesus, Bible studies, invitations to church, and opportunities to encourage classmates who were struggling.
Should Christians Be Worried About the New Narnia? | Adam Holz
Adam Holz from Plugged In joins Steve Marston to talk about the controversy and concern surrounding Greta Gerwig’s upcoming Chronicles of Narnia adaptation, including the reported choice of Meryl Streep as the voice of Aslan
Why Should Christians Support Israel? | Jim Scudder on Biblical Zionism
Jim traces the biblical case back to God’s covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, arguing that God’s promises concerning Israel have not expired. The conversation explores the significance of Romans 9–11, the meaning of biblical Zionism, Israel’s return to the land, and why Scudder believes modern Israel should be viewed through a biblical lens rather than only through contemporary politics
Can Christians Trust the Bible? Building a Biblical Worldview | Sabrina McDonald
Sabrina explains why she believes Christians need more than opinions or political talking points. They need to understand the biblical foundation behind what they believe and be prepared to answer difficult questions about Scripture, faith and culture.
Why Is Witchcraft Everywhere in Entertainment? | Adam Holtz of Plugged In
This week, Steve and Adam discuss the growing presence of witches, warlocks and supernatural themes in entertainment, including Disney’s Coven Academy, and why these themes deserve thoughtful conversations with our kids.
Remembering 9/11, the Unity We Lost & The Passion of the Christ | Adam Holz
Steve Marston is joined by Adam Holtz of Plugged In for a personal conversation about their memories of 9/11, the fear and uncertainty Americans experienced that day, and the remarkable unity that followed on September 12.
The Forgotten Side of an Unplanned Pregnancy | John Vance on Reaching Fathers
What about the father?
When an unplanned pregnancy happens, much of the attention understandably focuses on the mother and her baby. But the father is part of the story too—and his influence, responsibility, fears, and need for support shouldn't be overlooked.
Coyote vs. Acme, Toy Story 5 & What Parents Need to Know
Paul starts with Coyote vs. Acme, the long-awaited Looney Tunes adventure featuring Wile E. Coyote, Road Runner, Will Forte and John Cena. It’s a movie packed with nostalgia for parents, laughs for kids and even a surprisingly meaningful message about continuing to try when things don’t go your way. But Paul also explains the content concerns parents should know about before taking the family.
They also discuss Beyond Belief, a Christian film featuring the music of legendary Christian rock band Petra and a story about following God’s call—even when that call doesn’t seem to make sense.
Then Steve and Paul turn to Toy Story 5 and its timely exploration of kids, toys, screens and technology. How is technology changing childhood, and what can parents take away from the movie’s message?
When God Calls You, Will You Take the First Step? | Tyler Marston & 1189
What do you do when you believe God has put something on your heart? How can you tell whether it’s truly a calling from God—and what happens when following that calling requires you to step outside your comfort zone?
Steve welcomes his son, Tyler Marston, creator of the 1189 YouTube channel, for a practical discussion about calling, obedience, discipleship, and having the courage to take the first step.
Jason Curry: Why the Battle for Excellence Is Fought in Your Calendar
Drawing from Ephesians 5:15–17, Steve and Jason discuss why we don't simply “drift” into a deeper relationship with Christ. Spiritual growth requires intentionality, and sometimes that means literally putting the things that matter most on the calendar and guarding that time.
Living With Purpose: Faith, Leadership & Making an Impact | Mark Evans
Mark shares insights from his years of ministry and leadership, including what it means to recognize God's purpose for your life, lead in a way that lasts, and remain faithful in the everyday opportunities God gives you. It's a conversation about more than achieving goals or becoming successful. It's about allowing your relationship with Jesus to shape the way you live, lead, serve, and influence others.
What Are Your Kids Really Watching? | Paul Asay of Plugged In
Steve and Paul discuss The Magic Faraway Tree and its mixture of positive family themes, screen-time concerns and spiritual elements parents may want to consider. They also look at Ariana Grande's latest music and why parents of younger fans should be aware of its mature content.
Bivocational Ministry: Faithfulness Matters More Than Numbers
Pastor Kody Price joins The Steve Marston Show to share the realities of bivocational ministry—from struggling to provide and preaching to nearly empty rooms to watching God faithfully grow a small home Bible study into a thriving congregation.
Why Revival Isn’t Happening—and What the Church Must Do First
Steve and Joe discuss what happens when Christians begin allowing culture and personal ideology to reshape Scripture rather than allowing Scripture to shape their lives. Joe traces the problem back to the Garden of Eden—the temptation to question God’s Word and put our own desires ahead of what God has said. But the conversation turns to an even bigger question: Why aren't we seeing widespread revival? Joe points to something that has preceded historic revivals again and again: prayer. He argues that prayer has increasingly moved away from the center of church life, and that Christians can become discouraged when they pray for revival but don't immediately see results.
Adam Holz
Steve and Adam look at several new releases, including the Christian-themed Elijah Peele, the dinosaur adventure The End of Oak Street, Paw Patrol: The Dino Movie, and the anime release Ribbon Hero. Adam also explains why parents shouldn't assume that animated content—especially anime—is automatically appropriate for children.
Michael Loudermilk
A powerful conversation with Pastor Michael Loudermilk about walking through every parent’s nightmare—his 7-year-old daughter Abigail’s battle with an aggressive brain tumor.
Casey Longing
Steve Teel
Steve Teal of Very Bold Ministries shares the story behind the Peanut Butter Bowl—a ministry that began with a simple idea and has grown to involve around 120 Texas high schools, collecting peanut butter and helping provide food for children and families facing food insecurity.