The Bible Show

Pastor Sam and Mark talk through their commentary on the last half of Ephesians chapter four. Part of their series supporting the "One Body, One Mission" messages at Rio Vista Church.

Pastor Sam and Mark talk through their commentary on the first half of Ephesians chapter four. Part of their series supporting the "One Body, One Mission" messages at Rio Vista Church.

Pastor Sam and Mark talk through their commentary on the last half of Ephesians chapter three. Part of their series supporting the "One Body, One Mission" messages at Rio Vista Church.

Pastor Sam and Mark talk through their commentary on the first half of Ephesians chapter three. Part of their series supporting the "One Body, One Mission" messages at Rio Vista Church.

Pastor Sam and Mark talk through their commentary on the latter half of Ephesians chapter two. Part of their series supporting the "One Body, One Mission" messages at Rio Vista Church.

Pastor Sam and Mark talk through their commentary on the first half of Ephesians chapter two. Part of their series supporting the "One Body, One Mission" messages at Rio Vista Church.

Pastor Sam and Mark talk through their commentary on the latter part of Ephesians chapter one. Part of their series supporting the "One Body, One Mission" messages at Rio Vista Church.

Pastor Sam and Mark talk through their commentary on Ephesians chapter one. Part of their series supporting the "One Body, One Mission" messages at Rio Vista Church.

This time on Out of Water, Pastor Sam and Mark walk through an introduction to the Book of Ephesians, the city of Ephesus, its people, and its culture. This episode coincides with the message series "One Body, One Mission" at Rio Vista Church.

In this special episode of Out of Water, Pastor Sam, Mark, Drew, and Will take a deeper dive into the powerful symbolism of the Christmas story. You may know it well, but there are still new connections to be found!

Pastor Sam, Mark, Drew, and Will take on the subject of the prosperity gospel. Does God want us to prosper? How do we react when bad things happen to good people (or us)?

Pastor Sam, Mark, Drew, and Will take on the subject of Celebrity Christians. Are expectations too high? What do we make of Kanye West's conversion?

Pastor Sam, Mark, Drew, and Will take on the subject of God's holiness. Why should we tremble at it, and why should we love it and take comfort from it?

We're looking at topics from the Sermon on the Mount. This week, Sam, Mark, Drew, and Will take on the subject of being salt and light to the world.

We look at topics from the Sermon on the Mount. This week, Sam, Mark, Drew, and Will take on the subject of judging others (and being judged BY others).

Next up in our series on Spiritual Disciplines is Generosity, sharing your time, talents, and treasure. This podcast is adapted from Pastor Sam's Spiritual Formation class, where he taught on this subject.

Next up in our series on Spiritual Disciplines is Evangelism, sharing your faith with others. Join Sam and Drew in the studio with their guests Will and Isabelle for this discipline that people often find very difficult to begin.

Next up in our series on Spiritual Disciplines is Fasting, denying ourselves something to sharpen our spiritual awareness. Join Sam and Drew in the studio with their guests Will and Isabelle for this discipline that people often take too lightly.

Next up in our series on Spiritual Disciplines is the Lord's Prayer, given by Jesus to his disciples as a model prayer. Sam, Drew, and Mark work through all six petitions and discuss the meaning of each.

Another in our episodes on Spiritual Disciplines, this time it's Prayer. Sam, Drew, and Mark discuss everyday struggles with regular prayer and propose practical solutions. A great listen for those who might be struggling with getting started.

This message is an adaptation of one Pastor Sam Kastensmidt delivered at a Men's Breakfast held at our church. In Christ, we find our great transformation from sinner to saint, and we find our only sure hope for an everlasting future free from shame!

We launch the topic of Spiritual Disciplines on Out of Water! Sam, Drew, and Mark present an overview of the series and discuss developing good habits and practices in a general sense. A great listen for those who might be struggling with getting started.

Concluding his series "The Miracle Behind the Miracles," Pastor Sam brings us the story of two miracles where Jesus arrived just AFTER someone had died. The families lamented that the Healer was late, but Jesus showed that His plans are always greater.

Pastor Sam Kastensmidt shows us how the story of Daniel in the lion's den is a picture of Jesus' death and resurrection. Sam also examines two lesser-known miracles involving God's power to raise the dead, revealing God's tenderness toward widows.

Pastor Sam walks us through two miracles Jesus performed on the Sea of Galilee. Both involved terrifying storms and the God who commands them. But, beyond realizing Jesus reigns over all of nature, what can we glean from this story regarding His gospel?