What does it really mean when Jesus tells us to go the extra mile?

In Episode 471 of The Steve Marston Show, Steve begins with a challenge inspired by Adrian Rogers and Jesus’ teaching about going the second mile. It’s easy to do what’s required while grumbling about it. The harder—and more Christlike—response is to go beyond what is required with a willing heart, trusting God with the injustice, frustration, or inconvenience.

Steve also shares Sunday Morning Takeaways, including a look at John 6 and the reminder that while meeting physical needs matters, the ultimate mission of the church is the Gospel: helping people know Jesus and become disciples.

Then, a conversation with Mark Evans of The Church at Rock Creek explores relational evangelism. How do Christians earn the right to be heard? Mark explains why kindness, forgiveness, listening, encouragement and genuine relationships can open doors to eventually share the truth about Jesus.

Steve also welcomes Ken Hicks, pastor of Heights Community Church in San Antonio, who shares his journey from growing up in church and playing and coaching college basketball to discovering a personal relationship with Christ and eventually entering ministry. Ken discusses church camp, distraction, co-vocational ministry, strengthening marriages and families, and finding practical ways for the local church to make a Kingdom impact in its community.

Plus, Steve looks at stories you may have missed, delivers the Dad Joke of the Day, and introduces this week’s Faith Between Your Ears verse:

Proverbs 15:4 — “Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.”

And your Next Step for Episode 471: Learn to go the second mile—and learn to love it.

The Steve Marston Show is a daily Christian radio show and podcast helping you live more like Jesus through biblical teaching, Christian discipleship, faith and culture conversations, interviews, encouragement and a little fun along the way.

Listen on Faith Talk 99.5 in Little Rock, AM 630 The Word in San Antonio, and wherever you listen to podcasts.

Helping You Live More Like Jesus.

What does it really mean when Jesus tells us to go the extra mile?
In Episode 471 of The Steve Marston Show, Steve begins with a challenge inspired by Adrian Rogers and Jesus&rsquo; teaching about going the second mile. It&rsquo;s easy to do what&rsquo;s required while grumbling about it. The harder&mdash;and more Christlike&mdash;response is to go beyond what is required with a willing heart, trusting God with the injustice, frustration, or inconvenience.
Steve also shares Sunday Morning Takeaways, including a look at John 6 and the reminder that while meeting physical needs matters, the ultimate mission of the church is the Gospel: helping people know Jesus and become disciples.
Then, a conversation with Mark Evans of The Church at Rock Creek explores relational evangelism. How do Christians earn the right to be heard? Mark explains why kindness, forgiveness, listening, encouragement and genuine relationships can open doors to eventually share the truth about Jesus.
Steve also welcomes Ken Hicks, pastor of Heights Community Church in San Antonio, who shares his journey from growing up in church and playing and coaching college basketball to discovering a personal relationship with Christ and eventually entering ministry. Ken discusses church camp, distraction, co-vocational ministry, strengthening marriages and families, and finding practical ways for the local church to make a Kingdom impact in its community.
Plus, Steve looks at stories you may have missed, delivers the Dad Joke of the Day, and introduces this week&rsquo;s Faith Between Your Ears verse:
Proverbs 15:4 &mdash; &ldquo;Gentle words are a tree of life; a deceitful tongue crushes the spirit.&rdquo;
And your Next Step for Episode 471: Learn to go the second mile&mdash;and learn to love it.
The Steve Marston Show is a daily Christian radio show and podcast helping you live more like Jesus through biblical teaching, Christian discipleship, faith and culture conversations, interviews, encouragement and a little fun along the way.
Listen on Faith Talk 99.5 in Little Rock, AM 630 The Word in San Antonio, and wherever you listen to podcasts.
Helping You Live More Like Jesus.

He’s a regular guy with a cool job—and a deep love for Jesus. The Steve Marston Show is a daily, faith-and-fun conversation designed to help you take the next step in your walk with Christ. Think of it as a “200-level” discipleship course: deeper than the basics, but still practical, relatable, and real.

Each episode blends biblical truth, cultural commentary, and honest talk about marriage, parenting, identity, and what it looks like to put God first in a busy, distracted world. Along the way, Steve sits down with guests God is working through, highlights stories of transformation, explores what’s happening in the news through a Christian lens, and—yes—delivers a steady dose of dad jokes.

Serious about faith. Serious about fun. And serious about helping you live like Jesus where it matters most.

He&rsquo;s a regular guy with a cool job&mdash;and a deep love for Jesus. The Steve Marston Show is a daily, faith-and-fun conversation designed to help you take the next step in your walk with Christ. Think of it as a &ldquo;200-level&rdquo; discipleship course: deeper than the basics, but still practical, relatable, and real.
Each episode blends biblical truth, cultural commentary, and honest talk about marriage, parenting, identity, and what it looks like to put God first in a busy, distracted world. Along the way, Steve sits down with guests God is working through, highlights stories of transformation, explores what&rsquo;s happening in the news through a Christian lens, and&mdash;yes&mdash;delivers a steady dose of dad jokes.
Serious about faith. Serious about fun. And serious about helping you live like Jesus where it matters most.

The Steve Marston Show

A Daily Journey In Living More Like Jesus!

Christian talk that combines biblical truth, real-life conversations, compelling interviews, faith, culture, and a little fun. Join Steve as he explores what the Bible says and how followers of Jesus can put their faith into practice every day. New episodes of The Steve Marston Show feature Christian leaders, pastors, authors, ministry voices, and everyday people sharing stories of faith and transformation

A Daily Journey In Living More Like Jesus!
Christian talk that combines biblical truth, real-life conversations, compelling interviews, faith, culture, and a little fun. Join Steve as he explores what the Bible says and how followers of Jesus can put their faith into practice every day. New episodes of The Steve Marston Show feature Christian leaders, pastors, authors, ministry voices, and everyday people sharing stories of faith and transformation

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