Sunday Reverb

Today we’re joined by Amos and Jamie Bazil as we talk about what it really means to be part of the family of God. Amos serves behind the scenes with lyrics and security, while Jamie leads in children’s ministry from nursery through AWANA and VBS—all while raising four kids together. We also take time to reflect on conversations we’ve had with several listeners about worship, and how those perspect...

This week on Sunday Reverb, Joe and Shelli take a closer look at the hymn Rock of Ages . From the powerful imagery of finding refuge in Christ to the clear reminder that we cannot save ourselves, this hymn walks through the heart of the gospel—our need, His provision, and our hope for eternity. Along the way, they unpack the phrase “nothing in my hand I bring,” and reflect on what it really looks...

This week on Sunday Reverb , Joe welcomes special guests Pastor Mark Doss and Karen Doss . In this heartfelt episode, Joe, Mark, and Karen explore the profound, unchanging love of God through key Scriptures that highlight Christ's humility, incarnation, sacrifice, and redemptive grace. Drawing from passages like Philippians 2:6–8, John 1:14, Romans 5:8, and others, they unpack how Jesus emptie...

This week on Sunday Reverb , Joe and Shelli talk about “I Believe” by Charity Gayle and the powerful declaration of faith found throughout the song. They reflect on the many gospel truths in the lyrics—from the cross and resurrection to the promise that Christ will return—and how believers can confidently declare what they believe. They also look at the prophet Habakkuk, who chose to rejoice in Go...

This week on Sunday Reverb, we step away from our usual song discussion to celebrate something special in our church family. Steve and Christy Tucker join us to share about God’s faithfulness over the past four years and His clear leading in bringing them back to Topeka Baptist Church. After sensing a call to Oregon several years ago, the Lord has now guided them back — and the response from our c...

This week on Sunday Reverb , Joe and Shelli talk about the covenant behind communion. When Jesus said, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood,” He was fulfilling a promise that stretches from Genesis to the prophets — a promise to rescue, forgive, and dwell with His people forever. This episode explores how that ancient covenant finds its “Yes” in Christ and why the table is more than bread and...

In this episode, we reflect on one of the most powerful worship moments in Scripture—Solomon’s dedication of the temple in 2 Chronicles 5–7—and how it connects to “Lord, Let Your Glory Fall” by Matt Redman. When the ark was brought into the temple and the people lifted their voices in unified praise, the glory of the Lord filled the house so fully that the priests could not even stand to minister....

This week on Sunday Reverb , Joe and Shelli reflect on the worship song Agnus Dei and the powerful truth behind the words, “Worthy is the Lamb.” Following the song, Scripture was read from Revelation 5, giving a glimpse of heaven’s ongoing worship of Jesus—the Lamb who was slain and now reigns. Together, they talk about why this simple song carries such weight, how worship re-centers us in the mid...

In this episode of Sunday Reverb, Joe and Shelli explore the timeless hymn The Love of God , reflecting on its powerful lyrics and rich history. Together, they consider how the hymn points to the immeasurable, enduring love of God—a love that reaches beyond human language and understanding. This conversation invites listeners to reflect on the depth of God’s grace and respond in worship to a love...

In this episode of Sunday Reverb , Joe and Shelli reflect on For God So Loved by We The Kingdom . Keeping it simple and centered on the gospel, they talk about the depth of God’s love revealed in John 3:16 and how this song reminds us that our faith is rooted not in what we do for God, but in what He has already done for us. We have no reason to doubt the love that God has for His children... God...

This week on Sunday Reverb , Joe and Shelli are joined by Chris Bloom, who serves behind the scenes with lighting and technical systems at TBC. Together they reflect on the hymn “I Have Decided to Follow Jesus,” explore the powerful story behind its origins, and talk honestly about what it means to follow Jesus with resolve, sacrifice, and no turning back.

This week on Sunday Reverb, Joe and Shelli are joined by Jeff and Paula Rhoades. Together, they reflect on the worship song Who You Say I Am and talk honestly about how its lyrics speak to identity, freedom, and belonging in Christ. The conversation touches on what it means to live in the truth that “if the Son sets you free, you are free indeed,” how our value is rooted in who God says we are, an...

This week on Sunday Reverb , we’re diving into Great Things by Phil Wickham—a powerful reminder that our God is still moving, still saving, and still doing great things. We talk about the importance of remembering God’s faithfulness, how declarative worship strengthens our faith, and why singing truth can re-center our hearts when life feels overwhelming. Whether you’re walking through a hard seas...

This week on Sunday Reverb , Joe reflects on the timeless hymn “Be Thou My Vision” as we step into a new year. Joined by special guest Steve Tucker—former pastor at Topeka Baptist—Joe explores the rich history behind the hymn and what it means to live with God’s vision and a heavenly perspective. Together, they contrast New Year’s resolutions with purposeful, Christ-centered goals, reflect on Past...

This week on Sunday Reverb , Joe and Shelli lean into the call behind the classic Christmas song Go Tell It on the Mountain and talk about why the good news of Jesus is never meant to be kept quiet. As they prepare for upcoming Christmas Eve services, they reflect on Luke 2:15–20 and the shepherds’ simple, joyful response to encountering Christ. They share a bit of real life—why they don’t exchang...

This week on Sunday Reverb , Joe and Shelli explore the Advent theme of Peace through the Paul Baloche song Peace on Earth . Together, they reflect on what truly makes Christmas special—not the absence of conflict, but the peace Jesus came to bring. Drawing from Luke 2 and Pastor Mark’s message, the conversation centers on how Christmas makes peace with God possible, empowers peace with others, an...

This week on Sunday Reverb, Joe and Shelli look at the timeless Christmas hymn, O Come All Ye Faithful. Along the way, they disagree about Joe not being the jolliest person during the Christmas season, and how that actually deepens the meaning of the hymn’s invitation to “come and adore.” A surprise phone call from Felita Kahrs—the vocalist who led the song on Sunday—adds a fun, unexpected moment...

This week we’re joined by a special guest—our son, Sam Brooks! We’re talking about the worship song He Has Done Great Things and the Scriptures behind it, from Psalm 126 to Mary’s Magnificat in Luke 1. Sam shares what the song meant to him when he led it during Joe’s sabbatical, and we reflect on the great things God continues to do in our family and church. And somewhere in the middle, we even en...

This week, Joe and Shelli kick things off with some Thanksgiving talk — what they’re thankful for and a little bit about cooking for the holiday. Then they dive into the hymn “What a Friend We Have in Jesus,” with Shelli sharing a really meaningful bit of hymn history from Then Sings My Soul. It all comes together in a simple, down-to-earth conversation about friendship with Jesus, carrying our bu...

In this episode, Joe and Shelli talk about the song “Trust in God” by Elevation Worship and share a short reflection on trusting God from Proverbs 3:5–6. They also recap the incredible Student Fall Retreat and discuss an encouraging visit to the eye doctor. It’s a simple, uplifting conversation about faith, trust, and God’s steady hand in the everyday moments of life.

After a five-week sabbatical, Joe and Shelli return to Sunday Reverb with renewed gratitude and a heart full of praise. This week’s featured hymn, “O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing,” captures the overflow of worship that follows a life changed by grace. Joe reads the hymn’s powerful history, and together they reflect on the truths found in Charles Wesley’s lyrics—freedom in Christ, the power of Hi...

Why does Moses, under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit, find it necessary to record Israel’s failures? This week we look at Numbers 25 and learn that God’s mercy abounds but we are not to continue in sin.

🔥 This week on Sunday Reverb , Joe and Shelli welcome two special guests from the young adults worship ministry— Ethan Kuder and Courtney Doss —to talk about the modern worship anthem Build Your Kingdom Here by Rend Collective. Together we explore what it really means to ask God to “set Your church on fire,” why Christ alone builds His kingdom, and how this song becomes a prayer for revival in ou...

In this episode of Sunday Reverb , Joe and Shelli reflect on the beloved hymn At Calvary , a favorite of Pastor Mark’s father, Stan Doss. They share the story of William Newell’s powerful testimony, connect the lyrics to Romans 5:8, and tie it to Pastor Mark’s recent message on suffering from 1 Peter 4. Together, they highlight how mercy and grace meet us at the cross and why this hymn still reson...

This week we reflect on the hymn I Am Thine, O Lord (Draw Me Nearer) by Fanny Crosby and the powerful reminder from 1 Peter 4:7–11 to live each day as if it were our last. From Crosby’s Scripture-saturated life to the sunset moment that inspired this hymn, we see how drawing near to Christ leads us to pray diligently, love deeply, forgive freely, give gladly, and serve unselfishly.