The Crossway Podcast

Today, we're excited to share with you an audio essay written and read by Ryan Lister entitled 10 Things You Should Know about the Presence of God. Ryan is the author of The Presence of God: Its Place in the Storyline of Scripture and the Story of Our Lives. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show!

In today's episode, Greg Gilbert answers common questions about reading the Bible such as: How do I get started with a consistent habit of Bible reading? When should I read it? How long? And what if I don’t understand something? Greg is the author of the The Epic Story of the Bible: How to Read and Understand God's Word. Read the full transcript. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a r...

In her own way, Joni Eareckson Tada has faced unimaginable suffering as well. And similarly, her faith and perseverance in the midst of trials has been an inspiration and encouragement to Christians all around the world. In her new book, Songs of Suffering, Joni reflects on 25 hymns that have been a ballast to her throughout her life, guiding listeners through their own painful seasons with heartf...

In today's episode, Joni Eareckson Tada talks about her initial reaction to learning—at the young age of 17—that she would never walk again; how she has wrestled with the truth of God’s sovereignty over her life through the years; and how she hangs on to the hope of heaven each and every day. Joni is the author of the Songs of Suffering: 25 Hymns and Devotions for Weary Souls. Read the full transc...

In today's episode, Steven Bryan talks about how Christians should approach the various “collective identities” that bind—and divide—us in our world today. Steven is the author of the Cultural Identity and the Purposes of God: A Biblical Theology of Ethnicity, Nationality, and Race. Read the full transcript. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word a...

Today, we're excited to share with you an audio essay written and read by Adam Griffin entitled "10 Things You Should Know about Family Discipleship". Adam is the co-author of Family Discipleship: Leading Your Home through Time, Moments, and Milestones. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Click here to subscribe to a new podcast...

In today's episode, Lydia Brownback discusses 12 key tools for Bible study that all Christians can use—tools that will help us go deeper into the biblical text and understand the Bible’s life-giving message for ourselves. Lydia is the author of the Flourish Bible Study series. Read the full transcript. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about t...

In today's episode, Bryan Chapell talks about why the work you do day-in and day-out matters to God—probably more than you realize. Bryan is the author of Grace at Work: Redeeming the Grind and the Glory of Your Job. Read the full transcript. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin D...

In today's episode, Neil Shenvi talks about why we must not stop advocating for the truthfulness of Christianity—even in our post-truth age. Neil is the author of Why Believe?: A Reasoned Approach to Christianity. Read the full transcript. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeY...

Today, we're pleased to share with you an audio essay written and read by Scott Klusendorf entitled "10 Things You Should Know about Abortion." Scott is the author of The Case for Life: Equipping Christians to Engage the Culture. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Click here to subscribe to a new podcast by Nancy Guthrie explori...

In today's episode, Erik Raymond talks about why nothing in our lives is a surprise to our Savior. Erik is the author of He Is Not Ashamed: The Staggering Love of Christ for His People. Read the full transcript. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung! Click here to subscribe...

Yesterday, the Supreme Court of the United States released their ruling on the case Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, effectively overturning long standing precedent set by the landmark Roe v. Wade decision of 1973. This decision is widely viewed as an unprecedented legal victory for the pro-life movement—and one that will have major legal, political, and personal consequences for Amer...

In today's episode, Greg Lanier talks about the many ways that the Old Testament stands as an indispensable foundation for the New. Greg is the author of Old Made New: A Guide to the New Testament Use of the Old Testament. Read the full transcript. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Complete this survey for a free audiobook by K...

In Why Should We Love the Local Church?, Dustin Benge—an associate professor of biblical spirituality and historical theology at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary—urges Christians to embrace the church—the holy assembly of God’s redeemed people—exploring the many things that make the church "lovely" in God's sight, despite its shortcomings. Today we’re pleased to share the full audio recor...

In today's episode, Lindsey Carlson talks about the discouragement we all face and where to turn for true encouragement that won’t let us down. Lindsey is the author of A Better Encouragement: Trading Self-Help for True Hope. Read the full transcript. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Complete this survey for a free audiobook b...

In today's episode, Brian Rosner talks about how our cultural obsession with identity impacts us as Christians and how we should think about that through the lens of the Bible. Brian is the author of How to Find Yourself: Why Looking Inward Is Not the Answer. Read the full transcript. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Click her...

In today's episode, Amy DiMarcangelo talks about how our many longings point us to Christ—the only person who understands our every need and offers us eternal joy in himself. Amy is the author of A Hunger for More: Finding Satisfaction in Jesus When the Good Life Doesn't Fill You. Read the full transcript. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word abo...

In today's episode, Kevin DeYoung talks about our common struggle to pray, and how the Lord's Prayer - the prayer that Jesus offered as a model for our pray - can help us to pray to God day in and day out. Kevin is the author of The Lord's Prayer: Learning from Jesus on What, Why, and How to Pray Read the full transcript. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spr...

In this preview episode of Kathryn Butler's new book, 'The Dragon and the Stone', the first in The Dream Keeper Saga, Butler introduces us to the Somnium realm and mixes fantasy with Christian themes, taking middle-grade readers on a quest through castles, forests, and caverns to help a young girl find hope and usher in restoration. This special episode includes the first chapter.

Today, we're excited to share with you an audio essay written and read by Nancy Guthrie entitled "10 Things You Should Know about the Book of Revelation." Nancy's new book is Blessed: Experiencing the Promise of the Book of Revelation. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Click here to subscribe to a new podcast by Nancy Guthrie e...

In today's episode, Kathryn Butler talks about the power of stories to help our kids grasp and value the true story of God’s redemption. Katie shares about how reading with her kids helped to carry her family through the pandemic and explains why good stories resonate so deeply with all of us—including our kids. Kathryn is the author of The Dragon and the Stone: The Dream Keeper Saga Book 1. Read...

Crossway is pleased to announce the launch of our newest podcast: Blessed: Conversations on the Book of Revelation. Join Nancy Guthrie—author, Bible teacher, and host of the popular Help Me Teach the Bible podcast— each week as she leads listeners to a deeper understanding of the book of Revelation through nine conversations with respected Bible scholars, pastors, and other Bible teachers. Subscri...

In today's episode, Nancy Guthrie discusses why the book of Revelation is actually more accessible, more timely, and more encouraging than you probably know. Nancy is the author of Blessed: Experiencing the Promise of the Book of Revelation. Read the full transcript. Click here to learn more about Nancy's new podcast, Blessed: Conversations on the Book of Revelation! If you enjoyed this episode be...

A few weeks ago, we asked readers to submit their questions about the topic of evangelicalism for Michael Reeves. Many of you sent questions from around the world, with questions ranging from Does Mark Noll’s famous critique of evangelical anti-intellectualism still hold true? to Why does it seem like so many evangelicals are converting to Roman Catholicism and Eastern Orthodoxy? Michael is the au...

In today's episode, John Piper discusses how he himself came to saving faith in Jesus—and how his view of that faith has changed over the years. John is the author of What Is Saving Faith?: Reflections on Receiving Christ as a Treasure. Read the full transcript. If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show! Complete this survey for a free...