The Steve Marston Show

What do you do when you believe God has put something on your heart—but accomplishing it feels overwhelming?

Steve opens today’s show with a challenging word from Proverbs 20:5: “The purpose in a man’s heart is like deep water, but a man of understanding will draw it out.” Dreams, goals, callings, and plans aren’t always easy to pursue. Sometimes they require prayer, perseverance, wise counsel, h...

Can revival really happen in America again? And what does faith look like when life gives you every reason to question God?

On this episode of The Steve Marston Show, Steve looks at encouraging signs of spiritual hunger among young adults and college students across the country. In a culture that can make revival seem impossible, there are signs that a generation is searching for something deeper, authentic, and lasting—and f...

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 ...

What happens when you lose momentum, fall back into old habits, or simply feel like you’ve blown it?

On this episode of The Steve Marston Show, Steve gets vulnerable about losing momentum in his own life—and the lesson God reminded him of: failure doesn’t mean the fight is over. God offers forgiveness, restoration, and another opportunity to get back up and keep moving.

Then, Steve Teal of Very Bold Ministries joi...

How should Christians respond when someone says they don't believe in God? In this episode of The Steve Marston Show, Steve explains why followers of Christ are called to answer difficult questions with both biblical truth and genuine gentleness—reflecting the character of Jesus instead of simply winning arguments.

Plus, Adam Holtz from Plugged In joins the show to review the newest Spider-Man movie, discuss the latest Batman...

Can God really use hardship to get our attention? And if He does, how should Christians respond when someone says it's all just fiction?

On today's episode of The Steve Marston Show, Steve responds to a heartfelt YouTube comment from someone who survived a devastating car accident but credits human engineering—not God...

How do you forgive someone who has deeply wounded you? Steve opens today's show by unpacking a powerful conversation between Pastor Josh Howerton and Shawn Ryan, exploring the biblical difference between forgiveness and reconciliation—and why followers of Jesus don't have the option to withhold forgiveness.

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How can God bring beauty from our deepest heartbreak? In this powerful episode of The Steve Marston Show, Steve shares the remarkable testimony of his friend Janie, whose faith in Christ carried her through the devastating loss of her husband and transformed grief into hope. It's a moving reminder that God never abandons His children and can redeem even life...

How do we make sure our faith doesn't stop with us? On today's episode of The Steve Marston Show, Steve shares his Sunday Morning Takeaway from the book of Joshua, exploring the sobering reality that biblical truth is only one generation away from being forgotten if we fail to pass it on. It's a heartfelt reminder that...

Following Jesus isn’t about adding a little Christianity to your existing life so you can become a slightly better version of yourself. Jesus calls us to something far more radical: becoming a new creation.

On this episode of The Steve Marston Show, Steve explores the difference between biblical salvation and simple self-improvement. Prompted by a recent conversation involving sports personality Pat McAfee and a street preach...

What happens when the career you've built your identity around suddenly disappears? On this Fun Friday edition of The Steve Marston Show, Steve opens up about one of the hardest seasons of his life and explains why every believer must ultimately find their identity in Jesus—not in a job, title, or accomplishment. Inspired by Christian artist Leanna Crawfor...

Should churches preach about hell more often? In this thought-provoking episode of The Steve Marston Show, Steve tackles a listener's question about why many churches avoid one of the Bible's most sobering topics. He explains why understanding the reality of sin and eternal separation from God makes the Gospel's message of grace through Jesus Christ even more po...

What do daylight saving time, Habakkuk's unanswered questions, cigars and cocktails, the nature of hell, and healing from spiritual abuse all have in common? More than you might think.

On this episode of The Steve Marston Show, Steve opens with a lighthearted campaign to finally end the twice-a-year clock change before diving i...

Can Christians confidently defend what the Bible teaches when challenged by today's culture? On this episode of The Steve Marston Show, Steve breaks down a viral debate featuring Ali Beth Stuckey and examines one of the most common claims made about Scripture—that the Bible doesn't actually condemn homosexuality. With insights from renowned Christian apolo...

Steve is back in the studio after a week away—and with a new grandbaby, he shares why his family's "happy place" has changed forever. He kicks off the week with Sunday Morning Takeaways, highlighting powerful lessons from listeners on prayer, the breath of God, David's cave, and more.

The centerpiece of the episode ta...

Vikki Parker sits in for Steve Marston and welcomes author Sabrina McDonald for an in-depth conversation about developing a biblical worldview in today's culture. They discuss why Christians need to know why they believe what they believe, the importance of Scripture, raising children with biblical values, the attack on the family, the sanctity of life, apologetics, and practical ways to strength...

Pastor Joe Manning fills in for Steve Marston and tackles several challenging biblical questions. In this episode, he explains the often-debated passage in 1 Peter 3 about baptism, discusses the "spirits in prison," the Book of Enoch, Noah's flood, and whether baptism saves. He also addresses the mystery of the Ten Lost Tribes of Israel and previews upcoming discussions on women in ministry, biblical interpretation, and other frequ...

As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Steve explores the nation's Christian heritage and the historical documents that continue to fuel the debate over whether the United States was founded on biblical principles. Featuring insights from Timothy Barton on the Treaty of Paris and the First Continental Congress, this episode examines the role faith played in America's founding.

As America prepares to celebrate its 250th anniversary, Steve explores the nation's Christian heritage and the historical documents that continue to fuel the debate over whether the United States was founded on biblical principles. Featuring insights from Timothy Barton on the Treaty of Paris and the First Continental Congress, this episode examines the role faith played in America's founding.