Between Sundays

How can a church change over four decades while staying rooted in the same unchanging gospel? Join Pastor John and Pastor Lane Hasson on Between Sundays as they look back at nearly 40 years of change at Rainbow Forest Baptist Church—from pastoral leadership and worship styles to missions and church governance. Discover how God uses seasons of transition to grow His church while His Word and the me...

Family Discipleship: Raising Kids Who Follow Jesus What does it look like to disciple your children when the ultimate goal isn’t perfect behavior, but a heart that loves Jesus? Join Martha as she talks with Josh and Heidi Payne about the joys and challenges of family discipleship. From teaching little ones about God to equipping teenagers to live out their faith, they share practical wisdom on she...

Before you vote, do you know what’s actually on the ballot? In this episode of  Between Sundays , Pastor John and Vanessa walk through the proposed Virginia constitutional amendments and discuss why Christians should take time to understand what they are voting on. They talk through the ballot language, biblical convictions about life and marriage, voting rights, and the importance of considering...

What happens when student ministry becomes more than just a Wednesday night? In this episode of  Between Sundays , Pastor John sits down with Brooks Ward, Rainbow Forest’s new Family Pastor, to talk about his calling, his vision for student ministry, and his passion for equipping families to disciple their kids at home. Brooks shares his desire to help students grow in their knowledge of God’s Wor...

Who is responsible for discipling your kids?  In this episode of  Between Sundays , we talk about the parent’s calling to be the primary disciple-maker and how the church can come alongside families—not replace them. Discover simple, practical ways to weave faith into everyday family life and take the next small step toward helping your children follow Christ. www.rainbowforest.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

What does it really mean to parent with the gospel at the center? In this episode of  Between Sundays , Brianna McMillan and Pastor John Richardson explore the biblical foundation of parenting, reminding us that discipleship isn’t a checklist or a once-a-week activity—it’s a daily rhythm of bringing God’s Word and presence into the life of the family. From Deuteronomy 6 to Ephesians 6, they discus...

What happens when students step outside their comfort zones and serve halfway around the world? In this episode of  Between Sundays , Pastor Joel sits down with two students to talk about their experiences serving in Guatemala. They share stories of friendship, serving children and the elderly, seeing God at work through local churches, and how the trip opened their eyes to faith, worship, and the...

What is it like to watch your child step out in faith and serve on a mission trip? On this episode of Between Sundays, Pastor Joel sits down with Katie and Abby to talk about the recent trip to Guatemala from two very different perspectives. Abby shares what it was like to serve on the mission field, while Katie reflects on the experience of sending her daughter and navigating the unique challenge...

Worshiping With Tears (Psalm 89:46–52) reminds us that God meets us in the midst of suffering. The psalmist teaches us to bring our deepest questions to the Lord in prayer, cling to His unchanging character when our circumstances are painful, and continue worshiping even through tears. Suffering is not wasted—it conforms us to Christ, prepares us for eternal glory, loosens our grip on this world,...

What helps a marriage stand the test of time? In this episode of  Between Sundays , the Goldsmiths share lessons from more than 30 years of marriage, offering practical, biblical wisdom on communication, resolving conflict, serving together, and keeping Christ at the center of their relationship. Whether you're dating, newly married, or have been married for decades, this conversation offers e...

In this episode of  Between Sundays , Pastor John and Michelle Richardson explore what the Bible really teaches about submission. They discuss how biblical submission is not blind obedience or servitude, but a voluntary, Christ-centered partnership that reflects the relationship between Christ and His church. Together, they unpack key passages of Scripture, address common misconceptions, and offer...

What does a biblical marriage look like, and how can it thrive through every season of life? In this episode of Between Sundays, Jim and Carson Kistner share wisdom from 56 years of marriage, exploring God’s design for marriage from Genesis to Revelation. They discuss foundational principles like love, truth, honor, and service, offer practical guidance for navigating different stages of marriage,...

There’s more to missions and short-term trips than simply getting on a plane and traveling to another country. Join Pastors Joel and Lane as they explore the biblical purpose of missions, the value of short-term trips, and how Rainbow Forest seeks to make disciples both locally and globally. In this episode, they share our church’s philosophy of missions, the goals that shape every trip, and why s...

We’re excited to share three original songs from our church:  But God ,  Your Steadfast Love , and  Come as You Are ! Have you ever wondered about the songwriting process behind these songs? In our latest episode of  Between Sundays , Pastor Jonathan sits down with Steve Anderson and Martha Spencer to discuss the heart behind the music, how the songs were developed, and how God used the process to...

In this episode of Between Sundays, Pastor Jonathan sits down with Steve Anderson and Martha Spencer to discuss the heart behind the ministry, the process of writing songs that glorify God, and the stories behind the songs they’ve created. Join us as they share how the Lord has challenged and encouraged them through songwriting and how these original songs have developed from inspiration to corpor...

What if church membership is about more than having your name on a list? In this episode of  Between Sundays , the conversation explores how church membership helps believers put down roots in a local church through commitment, accountability, and shared mission. The hosts walk through the membership process at Rainbow Forest, explaining how it serves as an opportunity to understand the gospel, co...

What does biblical church membership actually look like? In this episode of Between Sundays, the pastors Jeff & John discuss why church membership matters, how the membership process works at Rainbow Forest, and the expectations that come with committing to a local church body. From the importance of the gospel to living in biblical community, this conversation highlights why membership is mor...

In this follow-up episode of  Between Sundays , Pastors John and Jeff conclude their conversation on church membership by moving from foundation to application. They explore the practical implications of committing to a local church, including the roles of accountability, service, and spiritual growth within a covenant community. The discussion emphasizes that church membership is not merely a for...

This episode of  Between Sundays  kicks off a new series exploring why church membership matters by laying a biblical foundation for its purpose. The conversation addresses common questions—especially the idea that the New Testament doesn’t explicitly require membership—and instead highlights how Scripture points to meaningful commitment, accountability, and belonging within a local church body. P...

What happens after Sunday ends—and why does it matter just as much? In this episode of  Between Sundays , the conversation shifts to how believers live out their faith throughout the week. Pastors Jonathan and John unpack the importance of personal discipleship, intentional community, and applying God’s Word beyond the church gathering. Emphasizing that spiritual growth isn’t confined to a single...

What’s the real purpose behind everything that happens on Sunday mornings? This episode of Between Sundays explores why the church prioritizes practices like preaching, prayer, and worship. The conversation emphasizes that the teaching of God’s Word is central, serving as the foundation for spiritual growth and transformation. By walking through key elements of a typical service, Pastors Jonathan...

In this episode on discipleship, Pastor Jim and Gioia Nicely focus on how to intentionally disciple children, both in the home and within the church. Through personal experience and practical insight, they highlight the importance of parents taking the lead in their children’s spiritual growth, modeling faith through everyday life, and creating consistent rhythms of teaching and conversation about...

This episode of the  Between Sundays  podcast features a meaningful conversation on family discipleship with members of the Spencer family, reflecting on their upbringing in the church and how it shaped their faith into adulthood. Through personal stories and practical insights, listeners are invited to glean wisdom from the way the Spencer family intentionally discipled their children—modeling co...

In this episode of  Between Sundays , the conversation centers on one of the most important habits in the life of a believer—personal quiet time with the Lord. Jim and Zach discuss why daily devotion matters for spiritual growth and how practices like prayer, Scripture reading, and journaling help shape us to become more like Christ. They share practical insights from their own routines and encour...

In this episode of Between Sundays, the conversation focuses on the replication process in discipleship. Pilar sits down with Michelle Richardson to reflect on their experience in a discipleship group and what happens as that group prepares to multiply. Michelle shares insights from years of discipling others, while Pilar discusses what he has learned during his first discipleship journey. Togethe...