Beyond the Pew

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 practical insights for living a life rooted in trust and generosity. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that goes beyond the pew!You can check it out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Podcasts, or on the church Youtube channel!

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/maranathabiblechurch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaranathaBibleChurch/

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: https://www.mbc95.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maranathabiblechurch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaranathaBibleChurch/

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.com/MaranathaBibleChurch/

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 relationship with Him. You definitely want to listen in this week!Website: https://www.mbc95.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maranathabiblechurch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaranathaBibleChurch/

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/maranathabiblechurch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaranathaBibleChurch/

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/maranathabiblechurch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaranathaBibleChurch/

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: https://www.instagram.com/maranathabiblechurch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaranathaBibleChurch/

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 episode to check out!  Listen to this episode and many others on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Podcasts, or on the church's YouTube channel!

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!

Worship is such a core function of what we do in response to who God is and what He's done for us. In this week's episode of Beyond the Pew, Sean Colelli joins us to talk about worship at Maranatha! You can check it out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Podcasts, or the church's YouTube channel!

Priorities can be difficult in a world that wants our attention. Sitting down this week to talk with Video Director Miles Quebedeaux; we had an opportunity to talk through how the story that God gives us is our most important blessing and that we need to see our participation in the church as a priority. Check it out this week on the podcast!We'd love for you to hear this conversation! Let us know your thoughts in the comments! You can check it out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Podcasts, or on the church's YouTube channel!

Living in community is valuable, and Krista Kurcsak encourages women to be reminded of that as she leads Women's ministry at Maranatha. It is important to have a rallying group around the truths of what God says, especially when life makes it hard to remember on our own. It was an honor to hear from her this week, and we'd love for you to hear it! A very insightful conversation and will raise many great questions about how we incorporate organic evangelism into our lives. You can check it out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Podcasts, or on the church's YouTube channel!

Why do we serve? What is the posture in which we should take when we do so? This week, we had a chance to chat with our Director of Operations, Stephen Poindexter. Listen to the role we play as Christians in the church and the world, but also learn about the heart we should have when we do those things. This is another episode that you definitely want to check out!It was an amazing conversation, and we're excited for you to hear it! You can check it out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Podcasts, or on the church's YouTube channel!

Valuing the lives of the children in our church is what Jesus has instructed us to do. Welcoming our Children's ministry director, Shoshanna Rosa, we hear about how we practically do that with our Maranatha church family. Tune in this week and see more about the heart around why the church should care about the children of the church.You don't want to miss this week's podcast! You can check it out on Apple Podcasts, Spotify Podcasts, or on the church's YouTube channel!

The marks of great discipleship can be found in how the next generation grows in their knowledge and love for the Lord. Discipleship Pastor Steve Bogran joined us on this week's podcast to discuss practical ways to see discipleship carried out in our daily lives and even in our homes.Website: https://www.mbc95.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maranathabiblechurch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaranathaBibleChurch/

Outreach can sometimes be a ministry topic that we think fondly of, but don't always know how to implement it. Pastor of Outreach and Evangelism, Bryan Jones, talks about how we have to be intentional with outreach in our lives. We talk around how evangelism can be a gifting, but it is also a biblical mandate for us to move the name of Jesus into the lives of others.Website: https://www.mbc95.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maranathabiblechurch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaranathaBibleChurch/

We're excited to say that this week we had our Marketing Director, Jon Louvis, on the podcast! As we live in a media forward society, it can be difficult at times to know how to engage people effectively with the gospel message. Jon talks about his prayer for Maranatha Bible Church, and clarifies the strategy that we can see in every communication that we create.Website: https://www.mbc95.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maranathabiblechurch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaranathaBibleChurch/

This week on Beyond the Pew, we got a chance to sit down with our Middle School Pastor, Jacob VanEssendelft. We talked about the importance of the church partnering with parents to support their ability to lead their home spiritually, as well as conversation about the importance of placing priority on raising the next generation of the church.Website: https://www.mbc95.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maranathabiblechurch/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MaranathaBibleChurch/

Join Pastors Erick and Bruce as they discuss topics Beyond the Pew. This is our last episode until the fall of 2023.

Join Pastors Erick and Bruce as they discuss topics Beyond the Pew.

Join Pastor Erick and Bruce as they talk about topics Beyond the Pew.

Join Pastors Erick and Bruce as they go through difficult passages in the Bible. This week: "A Great Cloud of Witnesses."

Join Pastors Bruce and Erick as they discuss the Nephilim.

Join Pastors Bruce and Erick as they discuss a new series where they will tackle difficult or controversial topics in the Bible.

Join pastors Bruce and Erick, along with special guest Nathan Eckberg, as they discuss the importance of prioritizing community.

Join Pastors Erick, Bruce, and Steve as they continue to discuss the importance of community. Book references: Life in Community by Dustin Wells Life-Giving Groups by Jeremy Linneman

Join us as we discuss the importance of Christian community!

Join Pastors Erick and Bruce as they discuss what the Lord has done in 2022 and what they are excited for in 2023.

Join Pastor Erick, Pastor Bruce and Word of Life Camp Director Tommy Sewall as they discuss the topic of parenting Generation Z and developing a biblical worldview. Resources Referenced: So The Next Generation Will Know - Sean McDowell iGen- Jean Twenge Meet Generation Z - James Emery White

Join the pastors as they continue to discuss parenting.

Enjoy this discussion about parenting with discipleship pastor Steve Bogran!

Join Pastors Bruce and Erick as they discuss what it takes to meet people where they are in their life.

Join pastors Bruce and Erick as they discuss all things worship with Sean Colelli.

Join Pastors Bruce and Erick as they discuss conspiracy theories and what they didn't learn in seminary.

Join Pastors Bruce and Erick as they discuss God on the Throne and God in the Garden.