The Crossway Podcast

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Colleen Searcy entitled "7 Tips for Leading a Bible Study." Colleen Searcy is a Bible teacher, speaker, and creator of the Meet Me in the Bible study series. She is on staff at the Village Church in Flower Mound, Texas, and leads workshops for churches across the country. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the essay here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In this episode, Andrew Walker talks about the ways modern culture has run from God and why there is still hope for the Gospel. Andrew Walker is Dean of the School of Theology at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and Professor of Christian Ethics and Public Theology. He is a fellow with the Ethics and Public Policy Center. He is also the author of 'Prodigal Culture: A People in Ruins and t...

In this episode, Jen Oshman talks through six different ways we seek happiness and why they don't work. Jen Oshman is an author, speaker, church planter’s wife, and mom of four teen and young adult daughters. She has served as a missionary and church planter for over two decades on three continents. She is also the author of 'Why Is It So Hard to Be Happy?' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “Confronting...

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Andrew Davis entitled "How to Get Started on Memorizing a Book of the Bible." Andrew Davis is the senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Durham, North Carolina, and the founder of Two Journeys Ministry. He is also the author of 'How to Memorize Scripture for Life: From One Verse to Entire Books' from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In this episode, Kevin DeYoung talks about why church history is so valuable and how you can learn it. Kevin DeYoung is the senior pastor at Christ Covenant Church in Matthews, North Carolina, and associate professor of systematic theology at Reformed Theological Seminary, Charlotte. He is also the author of 'Church History for Everyone: The Story of Christianity from the Fall of Jerusalem to the...

In this episode, Nancy Guthrie talks about how important it is to see Christ throughout the entire Bible. Nancy Guthrie teaches the Bible at her home church, Cornerstone Presbyterian Church in Franklin, Tennessee, as well as at conferences around the country and internationally, including her Biblical Theology Workshop for Women. She is the author of numerous books, including 'Beholding Christ: A...

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Fred Sanders entitled "3 Pitfalls to Avoid While You’re Waiting on God." Mark Vroegop is the president of the Gospel Coalition and the author of 'Waiting Isn't a Waste: The Surprising Comfort of Trusting God in the Uncertainties of Life' from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the essay here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In this episode, Dane Ortlund talks about common misconceptions about heaven and the hope it can bring Christians today. Dane Ortlund serves as senior pastor of Naperville Presbyterian Church in Naperville, Illinois. He is also the author of 'Finally Home: The Christian Hope of Heaven' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “Becoming Better or Going Deeper? How Real Change Happens" with Dane Ortlund:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In this episode, Carl Trueman talks about what classical theology is and why it matters for Christians today. Carl Trueman is a professor of biblical and religious studies at Grove City College. He is a contributing editor at First Things, an esteemed church historian, and a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. He is also the author of 'Classical Theology for the Modern Mind' from Crossw...

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Fred Sanders entitled "10 Things You Should Know about the Trinity." Fred Sanders is a professor of theology at the Torrey Honors College at Biola University. Sanders is the author of 'The Deep Things of God: How the Trinity Changes Everything' from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the essay here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In this episode, Chris Brauns talks about what a biblical view of forgiveness looks like and how to live it out. Chris Brauns is the senior pastor at the Red Brick Church in Stillman Valley, Illinois. He is also the author of 'Unpacking Forgiveness: Biblical Answers for Complex Questions and Deep Wounds' and 'The Way of Repentance: Embracing God's Gift for a Transformed Life' from Crossway. ❖ List...

In this episode, Gunner Gundersen offers encouragement and advice for both the preacher and the people listening on a Sunday morning. Gunner Gundersen is the dean of faculty at the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF). He is also the author of 'How Do I Get the Most from My Pastor's Sermons?' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “What If I Don’t Feel Like Going to Church?" with Gunner Gunder...

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Sharonda Cooper entitled "5 Things We Lose When We Subtract Evangelism from the Christian Life" Sharonda Cooper serves as content coordinator of women’s initiatives for the Gospel Coalition. She is also the author of 'Evangelism,' which is part of the Disciplines of Devotion series from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the e...

In this episode, Andrew Wilson talks about what happiness is and how to make it last forever. Andrew Wilson is the teaching pastor at King’s Church London and a columnist for Christianity Today. He is the author of several books, including 'Happiness: What It Is, Where to Find It, and How to Make It Last Forever' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “How the World Found Democracy—and Became Ex-Christian" wi...

In this episode, Matt Boswell talks about what repentance truly looks like. Matt Boswell is a pastor at the Trails Church in North Texas. He also serves as professor of worship ministries at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is also the author of 'Create in Me a Clean Heart: Experiencing God's Abundant Mercy in Psalm 51' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “The Value of Singing in Church Whe...

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Dane Ortlund entitled "Why It Matters That Jesus Was and Still Is Human" Dane Ortlund serves as senior pastor of Naperville Presbyterian Church in Naperville, Illinois. He is the author of 'Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers' from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the essay here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In this episode, David Gibson talks about how the book of James confronts our divided life. David Gibson is the minister of Trinity Church in Aberdeen, Scotland. He is also the author of 'The Undivided Life: A Guide to Wholehearted Faith from the Book of James' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “A Closer Look at One of the Most Famous Chapters of the Bible" with David Gibson:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In this episode, K. A. Ellis walks through the life and ministry of Phillis Wheatley. K. A. Ellis teaches at the Edmiston Center for Christian Endurance Studies in Atlanta, Georgia. She is also the author of 'The Story of Phillis Wheatley: The African Poet Who Called America to Christ' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “The Life and Legacy of Harriet Tubman" with Shar Walker:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Matthew Harmon entitled "5 Myths about Studying the Bible" Matthew S. Harmon is professor of New Testament Studies at Grace College and Theological Seminary in Winona Lake, Indiana. He is also the author of 'Asking the Right Questions: A Practical Guide to Understanding and Applying the Bible' from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In today's very special episode, we take a look back into 'The Crossway Podcast' archives and put together our favorite clips of authors talking about parenting. Check out the interviews featured in the episode below: ❖ If You Don’t Catechize Your Kids, the World Will (Kevin DeYoung) Apple Podcasts | Spotify  ❖ Preparing Our Kids for a Post-Christian World (Rebecca McLaughlin) Apple...

In this episode, Iain Duguid unpacks key moments from the middle of Acts. Iain Duguid is professor of Old Testament and dean of online learning at Westminster Theological Seminary. He is the author of 'Bringing the Gospel to the Nations: Lessons for the Church from Acts 9–18' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “How the Extraordinary Church in Acts Applies to Ordinary Believers Today" with Iain Duguid:⁠⁠⁠⁠...

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Jon Nielson entitled "6 Habits for Successful Bible Study" Jon Nielson serves as the senior pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church of Wheaton in Wheaton, Illinois. He is also the author of 'Understanding God's Word: An Introduction to Interpreting the Bible' from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the essay here.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠...

In this episode, John Piper reflects on God's delight in being God. John Piper is founder and lead teacher of desiringGod.org and chancellor of Bethlehem College & Seminary. He served for thirty-three years as a pastor at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and is the author of more than fifty books, including 'The Pleasures of God: Meditations on God's Delight in Being God' from C...

In this episode, Jen Wilken explains how to age wisely in an anti-aging world. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. An advocate for Bible literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts. She has authored multiple Bible studies and books, including 'Dust to Dust: Aging Wisely in an Anti-Aging World' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “How to...

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Megan Hill entitled "10 Things You Should Know about Corporate Prayer." Megan Hill serves as the managing editor for The Gospel Coalition. She is also the author of several books, including 'Praying Together: The Priority and Privilege of Prayer in Our Homes, Communities, and Churches' from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read...