The Come and See at Vanville Podcast

Send us a message.  In Episode 4, Dan and Sean take an in-depth look at the Christian's relationship with government through the lens of Scripture. As America celebrates its 250th anniversary and the Independence Day holiday, they discuss why God establishes governing authorities, the role government plays in maintaining order and peace, and what the Bible teaches about honoring those in auth...

Send us a message. Season 5, Episode 3 features special guest Pastor Dave Bradfield from Hope Church of Christ in Augusta, West Virginia. Join Dan, Sean, and Dave for a frank, fun, and engaging discussion on biblical leadership in the church. From the important roles of elders and deacons to starting, growing, and leading effective ministries, this conversation is filled with practical wisdom, bib...

Send us a message. Season 5, Episode 2: What's in a Name? Names matter throughout the Bible, and in this fun and fact-filled episode, Dan and Sean take a fascinating look at some of Scripture's most memorable names and name changes. Why are there so many people named Joseph? How do we keep the four different Josephs straight? Did Saul really change his name to Paul? And who exactly was J...

Send us a message. Parenting is one of life’s greatest blessings—and one of its greatest challenges. In this Season 5 premiere, Dan and Sean share a frank, honest, and often fun conversation about what it means to be a godly parent in an imperfect world. Drawing from powerful passages such as Matthew 10:37–39 and Luke 14:25–27, they explore how our love for Christ must shape every aspect of our fa...

Send us a message. In the Season 4 finale of Come and See at Vanville , Dan and Sean welcome a very special guest, Tiffany Cookus, Sean's wife, for an honest and insightful conversation about her journey from practicing Wicca back to a relationship with Jesus Christ. Tiffany shares what initially drew her to Wicca, the sense of purpose and hope she believed it offered, and the spiritual quest...

Send us a message.  In Season 4 Episode 12 of The Come and See Podcast , Dan and Sean have a frank and encouraging discussion about standing firmly on the foundation of truth and integrity as Christians. What does it mean to let your “yes” be yes and your “no” be no? Together, they explore the importance of seeking, speaking, and living truth in a world full of uncertainty while trusting fully in...

Send us a message.  Season 4 Episode 11 wraps up Dan and Sean’s series on the End Times and the Book of Revelation with a thoughtful, scripture-centered discussion that gives a clear overview of Revelation and its message. Along the way, they tackle common misconceptions—including the reminder that the Book of Revelation is singular, not plural—and focus on what matters most: living faithfully and...

Send us a message. Dan and Sean take a deep dive into one of the most misunderstood and debated topics in the book of Revelation. What is the Beast? What do the kingdoms and kings represent? And is 666 really what many people think it is? In this fascinating conversation, Dan and Sean explore the symbolism, historical context, and biblical meaning behind these passages while challenging some commo...

Send us a message. In this episode of the Come and See at Vanville Podcast , Dan and Sean dive into the powerful imagery and symbolism of Revelation 12. Together they explore the dragon, the pregnant woman, the one-third of the stars cast from heaven, King Herod’s connection to the birth of Christ, and other prophetic references found throughout the chapter. The conversation focuses on understandi...

Send us a message.  In this episode of Come and See at Vanville , Dan and Sean dive into the powerful reminder that we must always be ready for Christ’s return. Exploring what Scripture says about the unknown timing of the end, they discuss why prediction isn’t the point—preparation is. Through biblical insight and personal stories, they challenge listeners to live faithfully, stay watchful, and r...

Send us a message. Welcome to Season 4, Episode 7 of the Come and See Podcast! In this special episode, we are honored to welcome guest minister, author, and amateur filmmaker Dane Cramer from Somerset. Dane joins Dan and Sean for a thought-provoking and engaging conversation centered on the end times, The Bible’s Olivet Discourse, and how understanding biblical language and context can transform...

Send us a message. In this continuing discussion on the end times, we examine common misconceptions surrounding passages often used to predict the end of the world and how scripture can be misunderstood when taken out of context. We dive into powerful texts such as Isaiah 13:3–10, Isaiah 34:9–10, Isaiah 19:1–4, and Revelation 2:5, exploring their meaning and historical context. We also bring back...

Send us a message. In this episode of The Come and See Podcast , Dan and Sean continue their deep dive into the End Times with a focused discussion on the Anti-Christ. Exploring five key mentions across four different passages of Scripture, they examine what the Bible actually says—and what it doesn’t—about the spirit and identity of the Anti-Christ. Moving beyond speculation, this episode grounds...

Send us a message. In this powerful episode, Dan and Sean dive into the resurrection of Jesus and what it truly means for our faith today. Centered on Scripture, this conversation explores the hope, victory, and new life found in Christ’s triumph over the grave. Join us as we unpack the significance of “the third day” and why it still changes everything. Support the show

Send us a message. In this episode, we dive into the powerful moments surrounding the Last Supper, the Great Commission, and our calling to live as humble servants of Christ. Looking at Scripture from Matthew and Luke, we reflect on the meaning of communion, the mission Jesus gave His followers to go and make disciples, and the powerful example He set through serving others. Jesus didn’t just teac...

Send us a message. Season 4, Episode 2 – The Bigger Sinner In this episode of The Come and See  at Vanville Podcast , we take a deeper look at what it really means to be labeled a “sinner.” Through powerful moments in Scripture—like the woman in Luke 7 who anoints Jesus’ feet, the account in Mark 14 and Matthew 26, and Mary of Bethany in John 12—we explore how those judged by others were often the...

Send us a message. Season 4, Episode 1 – His Shining Moment Season 4 of the Come and See Podcast begins by reflecting on a powerful truth found throughout Scripture—God works through imperfect people. In this episode, we look at the moment when Thomas doubted the resurrection of Jesus and how Christ met him in that doubt with grace and truth. Thomas’ story reminds us that faith is not always easy...

Send us a message. In this episode, Sean and Dan take a closer look at a turning point in the ministry of Jesus. After Peter’s powerful confession about who Jesus truly is, the Gospel tells us that “from that time on” Jesus began preparing His disciples for what was coming next — His suffering, death, and resurrection. Why did Jesus begin revealing this difficult truth at that moment? And what doe...

Send us a message. In this powerful episode of Season 3, we welcome a very special guest, Mr. Warren Young , as he shares his journey of faith and how he became part of the Vanville Church family. Titled “The 1 True Life Saver,” this episode centers on the One who truly rescues and redeems—Jesus Christ—and the life-changing impact of surrendering to Him. Warren opens up about his story, the path t...

Send us a message. This episode is both fun and deeply inspiring. Sean and Dan are joined by special guest Mike Foster from the Church of Christ in Hagerstown as he shares his powerful story of answering God’s call—despite a lifelong struggle.  From an early age, Mike knew without hesitation that preaching was his calling. There was no doubt in his mind… even when his voice didn’t always cooperate...

Send us a message. In this episode, Sean and Dan take a deeper look at what it really means to be sheep… and to be shepherds. Drawing from powerful passages like Psalm 23 and John 10, they unpack the role of a shepherd—one who protects, guides, feeds, corrects, and lays down his life for the flock. But this isn’t just about ancient fields and flocks. It’s about us. What does it look like to follow...

Send us a message. In this episode, Sean and Dan slow things down and talk about something simple… but not always easy — treating others the way Christ calls us to. What does it really look like to encourage one another with humility, love, and patience in a world that often feels rushed, critical, and divided? Through Scripture and honest conversation, they explore how small acts of grace, kind w...

Send us a message. In this episode, Dan and Sean dive into one of the most meaningful and talked-about steps of faith in the Bible: baptism. From the waters of Jesus’ own baptism to the immediate responses of believers in Acts, Scripture paints a clear and powerful picture — when hearts believe, feet move. Faith doesn’t sit still… it steps into the water. Together, they walk through key passages,...

Send us a message. Communion is more than a moment with bread and the cup — it’s an everyday posture of the heart. In this episode, Dan and Sean talk about what it really means to commune with Jesus : not just remembering Him at the table, but walking with Him through prayer, meditation, and time in God’s Word. Through Scripture, honest conversation, and practical reflection, they explore how fixi...

Send us a message. Season 3, Episode 6 takes a look at God’s unmatched ability to forgive — and let’s be honest, He does it way better than we do. While we might hold onto slights like they’re museum artifacts, scripture shows us that God wipes the slate clean and invites us to do the same. We talk about the challenge of “forgive and forget” (which is easier said than done), what it really means t...