Beyond the Pew

In Episode 11 of Season 5, Craig Peters shares his journey of saying “yes” to God’s call and how it led to impactful Gospel work on an international scale. In this inspiring conversation, Craig discusses the challenges and blessings of stepping out in faith, the importance of obedience to God’s plan, and how every believer can play a role in sharing the Good News globally. Whether you feel called...

In Episode 10 of Season 5, Pastors Erick and Bruce dive into the profound topic of God’s holiness and what it means for believers to live a life that is set apart. Drawing from Scripture, they explore how acknowledging God’s holiness shapes our identity and calls us to pursue a lifestyle that reflects His character. This episode challenges us to align our lives with His holy standard, offering pra...

In Episode 9 of Season 5, Pastor Bryan Jones joins the podcast to discuss how evangelism can become a natural and integral part of our daily lives rather than just a task to check off our to-do list. Through biblical insights and practical advice, Pastor Bryan shares how living with an evangelistic mindset allows us to reflect Christ in every interaction. This episode encourages believers to shift...

Mike Spenser joins Pastors Erick and Bruce to share his powerful testimony on finding contentment, faithfulness, and purpose in a life devoted to God. Through personal stories and biblical insights, Mike discusses the beauty of embracing where God has placed us, the importance of representing His Gospel, and the fulfillment that comes from faithfully walking with Him. This episode encourages belie...

Pastors Bruce and Erick delve into the timely issues of sports betting, and financial responsibility from a Christian perspective. Reflecting on biblical teachings, they examine the lure of gambling, the impact of greed on our hearts, and how believers are called to manage their resources wisely. They discuss how to approach money with a mindset of godly stewardship, ensuring that our financial de...

Rick Kiphen joins Pastors Erick and Bruce to discuss practical ways to be equipped for evangelism and share the Gospel of Jesus with confidence. Together, they explore how believers can prepare their hearts and minds to represent Christ in everyday encounters, highlighting key biblical principles for effective and compassionate outreach. Rick shares personal insights and experiences that demonstra...

Pastors Erick and Bruce tackle the complex and sometimes challenging intersection of faith and politics. They explore how Christians can navigate political landscapes while staying grounded in biblical principles, examining when faith and politics intersect and how to approach these moments with integrity and grace. Reflecting on Scripture, they offer insights into maintaining a Christ-centered pe...

In Episode 4 of Season 5, Pastor Bruce and Pastor Erick discuss the incredible power of our words and how they shape our daily lives. Reflecting on biblical teachings, they emphasize the importance of pursuing Christ-likeness in the way we speak—whether in moments of conflict, encouragement, or everyday conversations. This episode offers practical guidance on how to be intentional with our words a...

In Episode 3 of Season 5, student ministry volunteers Christina and Jamie share their experiences of balancing the challenges of modern life with their commitment to following Christ. They discuss the unique pressures facing young people today—from social media to cultural expectations—and offer insights into how they stay grounded in their faith. Whether you’re a young person navigating similar s...

In Episode 2 of Season 5, Pastor Bruce and Pastor Erick dive into practical strategies for making evangelism a natural part of everyday life. They discuss why to prioritize sharing the gospel in your routine, how to approach conversations about faith, and ways to be intentional in spreading the message of Jesus Christ. Whether you’re new to evangelism or looking for fresh inspiration, this episode...

In the premiere of Season 5, we’re joined by special guest James Dawson to explore the intersection of faith in Jesus Christ and managing finances. Together, we unpack what the Bible has to say about money, stewardship, and trusting God with our resources. Whether you’re looking to strengthen your financial habits or deepen your understanding of biblical faith, this episode offers wisdom and pract...

There is a different between teaching that is doctrinally sound, and teaching that “sounds good” - But how do we know the difference? Bruce and Erick discuss some tips on using the Bible to grow in your walk, and to discern the difference between Biblical accurate teaching, and teaching that may not be so accurate.  Website: https://www.mbc95.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maranathabibl...

Overcoming Addiction is something that Director Tamela Shawn, at Lydia’s Home, is extremely passionate about; but she desires to see people fill that space in their life with the saving grace of Jesus. This ministry is something that we’ve been so blessed to hear more about in this week’s podcast! Definitely take a moment out of your day to hear about the awesome work they are doing! Website: http...

God’s goodness is something that we can truly rest in. But it also is something that sometimes is hard to remember at the same time. Erick and Bruce cover some extremely helpful and healthy ways that we can rest in God’s goodness, even when times don’t make it as clear for us.  Website: https://www.mbc95.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maranathabiblechurch/ Facebook: https://www.facebook...

There should be a DIFFERENCE in the way people see us, as Christ Followers. We should be easy to pick out from the way we lead our lives with Him. It was a huge blessing to have our guest, Jim Creed with us this week! It’s so great to hear about the testimony and story of God’s redemption in people’s lives, and Jim told us in many ways that God has given him clear conviction to grow in his relatio...

We always hear about how the Acts 2 church is a model of what the church should be like. But what was it like exactly? What things should we seek to incorporate and what things are maybe easier said than done. Pastor Erick and Bruce dig up some great points in scripture and discuss the ins-and-outs of the Acts 2 church. Website: https://www.mbc95.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maranatha...

Is “theology” something that a Christ follower should seek to study? Or is it something that is an accessory to the Christian faith? Pastor Erick & Pastor Bruce have a very helpful conversation to discuss the purpose of studying theology and the impacts that it may have on us as we dig deeper into the Word of God. Website: https://www.mbc95.org/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maranathabi...

Christ came to seek and to save the lost. We sometimes don’t know what the real reason to change parts of our lives should be… UNTIL we’ve experienced the changing power of Jesus. This week we had Five39 pastor, Mike Duma on the podcast! We chatted through several topics that surround the idea of how to reach people effectively for the sake of Christ. Website: https://www.mbc95.org/ Instagram: htt...

In the production department at Maranatha, we pursue excellence for the sake of the gospel. In this episode of Beyond the Pew, we sat down with Adam Littlefield, our Audio and Visual Director, to discuss how he helps create environments that eliminate distractions and draw attention to God. If you've ever wondered about the heartbeat behind what goes on in our services, this will be a great episod...

We all need encouragement and should be encouraging the next generation. On this week's episode, we sit down with Rick Colelli as he talks about how encouragement is the beginning of evangelism for the Gospel of Jesus. Come find some practical ideas on how you can be an encouragement. You can check it out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Podcasts, or the church's YouTube channel!

Being connected to the body of Christ is essential to having a healthy spiritual walk. This week on Beyond the Pew, we talked with Pastor Rob Stopp to discuss how to value community and stay connected to the body of Christ. You can check it out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Podcasts, or the church's YouTube channel!