What does a biblical marriage look like, and how can it thrive through every season of life? In this episode of Between Sundays, Jim and Carson Kistner share wisdom from 56 years of marriage, exploring God’s design for marriage from Genesis to Revelation. They discuss foundational principles like love, truth, honor, and service, offer practical guidance for navigating different stages of marriage, and explain why keeping Christ at the center is essential for a healthy, lasting relationship. Whether you're newly married, raising children, or enjoying the empty-nest years, this conversation provides biblical encouragement and timeless insight for building a marriage that honors God.

Resources mentioned:

• The Meaning of Marriage – Tim and Kathy Keller
• Sacred Marriage – Gary Thomas
• What Did You Expect? – Paul David Tripp
• The Five Love Languages – Gary Chapman
• Family Life Today – Weekend to Remember Conferences

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There’s more to missions and short-term trips than simply getting on a plane and traveling to another country. Join Pastors Joel and Lane as they explore the biblical purpose of missions, the value of short-term trips, and how Rainbow Forest seeks to make disciples both locally and globally. In this episode, they share our church’s philosophy of missions, the goals that shape every trip, and why sending and going are both vital parts of the Great Commission.

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We’re excited to share three original songs from our church: But God, Your Steadfast Love, and Come as You Are!

Have you ever wondered about the songwriting process behind these songs? In our latest episode of Between Sundays, Pastor Jonathan sits down with Steve Anderson and Martha Spencer to discuss the heart behind the music, how the songs were developed, and how God used the process to encourage and shape them along the way.

Listen now and get a behind-the-scenes look at the ministry of songwriting in our church!

• Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC_fK_wd6MNMFUdEY_F6mxXg?si=MQWGQ6lhkqfUVcIt
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0i579YSEpaSTdLBkhBrAfQ?si=7MbzpL5nQMmg1HBT5oMDBA
• Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/artists/B0CKBRWRX7?ref=dm_sh_0c45-d8b4-0b31-adb3-247af

In this episode of Between Sundays, Pastor Jonathan sits down with Steve Anderson and Martha Spencer to discuss the heart behind the ministry, the process of writing songs that glorify God, and the stories behind the songs they’ve created. Join us as they share how the Lord has challenged and encouraged them through songwriting and how these original songs have developed from inspiration to corporate worship.Interested in hearing the songs? Check out a few familiar platforms:

• Youtube: https://youtube.com/channel/UC_fK_wd6MNMFUdEY_F6mxXg?si=MQWGQ6lhkqfUVcIt
• Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/0i579YSEpaSTdLBkhBrAfQ?si=7MbzpL5nQMmg1HBT5oMDBA
• Amazon Music: https://music.amazon.com/artists/B0CKBRWRX7?ref=dm_sh_0c45-d8b4-0b31-adb3-247af

What if church membership is about more than having your name on a list?

In this episode of Between Sundays, the conversation explores how church membership helps believers put down roots in a local church through commitment, accountability, and shared mission. The hosts walk through the membership process at Rainbow Forest, explaining how it serves as an opportunity to understand the gospel, connect with church leadership, and commit to a body of believers who are united in exalting Christ. Membership isn’t simply joining an organization—it’s becoming part of a spiritual family that grows together, serves together, and advances the glory of God together.

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What does biblical church membership actually look like? In this episode of Between Sundays, the pastors Jeff & John discuss why church membership matters, how the membership process works at Rainbow Forest, and the expectations that come with committing to a local church body. From the importance of the gospel to living in biblical community, this conversation highlights why membership is more than a name on a list — it’s a commitment to grow, serve, and follow Christ together.

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In this follow-up episode of Between Sundays, Pastors John and Jeff conclude their conversation on church membership by moving from foundation to application. They explore the practical implications of committing to a local church, including the roles of accountability, service, and spiritual growth within a covenant community. The discussion emphasizes that church membership is not merely a formality, but a meaningful step of obedience and investment in the life of the body—encouraging believers to actively participate, care for one another, and live out their faith together.

This episode of Between Sundays kicks off a new series exploring why church membership matters by laying a biblical foundation for its purpose. The conversation addresses common questions—especially the idea that the New Testament doesn’t explicitly require membership—and instead highlights how Scripture points to meaningful commitment, accountability, and belonging within a local church body. Pastors John and Jeff begin unpacking how church membership is less about a formal label and more about living out a clear, biblical expression of faith in community with other believers.

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