Reading vs. Studying the Bible: Why You Need Both - August 25, 2026
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Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Reading Scripture gives you familiarity. Studying Scripture gives you depth. On today’s Steve Marston Show, Steve explains why Christians shouldn’t choose between the two—and why slowing down to investigate the things that catch your attention can completely change the way you understand God’s Word.
The show also tackles a commonly misunderstood teaching of Jesus: “turn the other cheek.” Does Jesus really expect Christians to remain passive when they’re mistreated? Steve looks at the context of the Sermon on the Mount and explains the important difference between refusing personal retaliation and refusing to confront wrongdoing or establish healthy boundaries.
Then Jason Curry, author of Finish Empty, joins Steve for a conversation about priorities, intentional living, and why “the battle for excellence is fought in your calendar.” Jason explains why the things that matter most—time with God, marriage, family, rest, spiritual growth, and relationships—often aren’t the things demanding our attention. If we want them to remain priorities, we have to intentionally make room for them.
Jason also shares how Finish Empty is opening unexpected doors with schools, educators, leaders, and organizations, and challenges us to consider the distance between “I’m glad I did” and “I wish I had.” The goal isn’t perfection—it’s intentionally redeeming the time God has given us.
Plus, Steve looks at several stories from the Christian world, including Kirk Cameron’s comments about Taylor Swift’s enormous cultural influence, the reality behind the statistics surrounding pastor burnout, and an encouraging story involving Chris Pratt’s son and his desire to share his faith.
And, of course, there’s a Dad Joke of the Day, this week’s Faith Between Our Ears verse from Proverbs 15:4, and a practical Next Step designed to help you move from simply reading God’s Word to digging deeper into it.
Jason Curry's website https://finishempty.com
The Steve Marston Show is a daily journey in learning how to live more like Jesus—where faith and fun are both taken seriously. Listen weekdays at 3 p.m. on AM 630 The Word in San Antonio and 99.5 The Word in Little Rock, or listen anytime online.
