The Crossway Podcast

In today's special Christmas episode, hymn-writers Keith and Kristyn Getty share their favorite Christmas hymns, and three songs of the songs will be played in during the interview. Keith and Kristyn Getty are hymn writers, GRAMMY®-nominated artists and the founding leaders of the Getty Music organization who hail from Northern Ireland. Their greatest musical passion is writing and championing gre...

Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Nancy Guthrie entitled "10 Things You Should Know about Grieving People". 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 'What Grieving...

In this episode, Sharonda Cooper discusses the perpetual struggle with self-control, sharing practical strategies and insights for developing it in various aspects of life including fitness, eating habits, and spiritual disciplines. Sharonda is a Bible teacher and serves women through The Charles Simeon Trust. She also serves as a content coordinator for women’s initiatives at The Gospel Coalition...

In this episode, David Dockery discusses the challenges and strategies for modern evangelism and apologetics in a rapidly changing culture. David Dockery serves as president of the International Alliance for Christian Education as well as president and distinguished professor of theology at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is also the editor of 'Confident Witness: Evangelism and Apolo...

In this episode, Amir talks about the intense persecution faced by Christians in India, the challenges of smuggling and distributing Bibles, and the various efforts to support and protect new converts and vulnerable children from exploitation. Amir works directly with Crossway as a part of our ongoing One Million Bibles Initiative. Over the last two years, more than 875,000 Bibles have been funded...

In this episode, D. A. Carson discusses the importance of faithful biblical interpretation and the challenges facing the evangelical church today. D. A. Carson is Emeritus Professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He is a cofounder and theologian-at-large of the Gospel Coalition and has written and edited nearly two hundred books including 'The Gospel and the Modern World:...

In this episode, Lydia Brownback discusses the themes of and unpacks specific passages of the book of Ecclesiastes. Lydia Brownback is a regular speaker at conferences and events and is passionate about teaching God's word. She is also the author of several books including the Flourish Bible Study Series. The newest volume is 'Ecclesiastes: Finding Meaning When Life Feels Meaningless' from Crosswa...

Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Dane Ortlund entitled "7 Tips for Loving 'Those' People in Your Church". Jamie Dunlop serves as an associate pastor of Capitol Hill Baptist Church. He is also the author of 'Love the Ones Who Drive You Crazy: Eight Truths for Pursuing Unity in Your Church'. Read the essay here. Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYou...

In this episode, Jen Wilkin explores the concept of Christians being created in the image of God, discussing the theological importance and practical implications of reflecting God's character in daily life. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored multip...

In this episode, Jonathan Leeman explores how Christians can thoughtfully and biblically engage with politics and voting in our world today. Jonathan Leeman is the editorial director for 9Marks and cohost of the "Pastors’ Talk" podcast. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books and teaches at several seminaries. He is also the co-author of 'How Can I Love Church Members with Different Polit...

Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Dane Ortlund entitled "9 Wrong Ways to Read the Bible (And One Better Way)". Dane C. Ortlund serves as senior pastor of Naperville Presbyterian Church in Naperville, Illinois. He is also the author of 'Deeper: Real Change for Real Sinners' from Crossway. Read the essay here. Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung!...

In today's episode, Kevin DeYoung shares the value of theology for Christians, touching on key doctrines, their practical implications, and their relevance in everyday Christian life. 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 numerous...

In today's episode, Christina Fox talks about helping children develop a strong sense of identity rooted in their understanding of God, rather than the shifting values of today's culture. Christina Fox works as the assistant director of alumni relations at Covenant College. She is also the author of 'Who Are You?: A Little Book about Your Big Identity' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of th...

Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Nancy Guthrie entitled "10 Things You Should Know about the Book of Acts". 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 book...

In today's episode, Doug O'Donnell discusses why liturgy is valuable for the lives of Christians. Douglas Sean O’Donnell is the senior vice president of Bible editorial at Crossway. He has pastored several churches, served as a professor, and authored or edited over twenty books, including 'Daily Liturgy Devotional: 40 Days of Worship and Prayer' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this epi...

In this episode, Bible scholar Andrew Steinmann discusses biblical chronology and why it is important for Christians' understanding of Scripture. Andrew Steinmann holds a PhD in Near Eastern Studies from the University of Michigan and served as a distinguished professor of theology and Hebrew at Concordia University in Chicago for over 20 years. He has written many commentaries on various Old Test...

Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Andrew Walker entitled "4 Issues Your Children Are Facing That You Never Had To". Andrew Walker is an associate professor of Christian ethics and public theology at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and an associate dean in the School of Theology. He is also the author of 'What Do I Say When . . . ?: A Parent's Guide to Navig...

In this episode, Paul Tripp discusses the profound impact of the daily exposure to the gospel on the lives of Christians. Paul David Tripp is a pastor, an award-winning author, and an international conference speaker. He has written numerous books, including the bestselling devotional 'New Morning Mercies'. His new devotional with Crossway is 'Everyday Gospel: A Daily Devotional Connecting Scriptu...

Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Sharon James entitled "5 Ways the World Would Be Worse without Christianity". Sharon James works as social policy analyst for the Christian Institute, United Kingdom. She is also the author of 'Is Christianity Good for the World?' from Crossway. Read the essay here. Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung! If you...

In this episode, Kevin Emmert discusses the significance of baptism and communion in shaping Christian identity. Kevin Emmert is an academic book editor at Crossway and the author of John Calvin and the Righteousness of Works. He is also the author of 'The Water and the Blood: How the Sacraments Shape Christian Identity' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “Are We...

In this episode, Erika Allen unpacks the complexities of forgiveness and why reflecting on the character of God is the greatest aid. Erika Allen is vice president of Bible resources for Crossway. She is also the author of several ESV prayer journals from Crossway including 'Forgiveness', 'Evangelism', 'Peace', and 'Wisdom'. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “How Journaling Coul...

Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Scott Klusendorf entitled "5 Myths About Abortion". Scott Klusendorf is the president of Life Training Institute, where he trains pro-life advocates to persuasively defend their views. He is also the author of 'The Case for Life: Equipping Christians to Engage the Culture' from Crossway. Read the essay here. Complete this survey for...

In this episode, Ajith Fernando shares the impact of insecurity on Christian life and ministry, emphasizing the importance of finding identity in Christ and the role of community and prayer in overcoming these struggles. Ajith Fernando is the teaching director of Youth for Christ in Sri Lanka after serving as the ministry's national director for thirty-five years. He is also the author of 'Joyful...

In this interview, author of the best-selling book 'Gentle and Lowly' Dane Ortlund shares about Jesus' unwavering love and gentleness towards humanity, especially in their moments of weakness. Dane C. Ortlund serves as senior pastor of Naperville Presbyterian Church in Naperville, Illinois. He is also the author of 'The Heart of Jesus: How He Really Feels about You' from Crossway. Read the full tr...

In this bonus interview, Robert Smith shares his experience recording the entire ESV audio Bible. Robert Smith Jr. served as a professor of Christian preaching at Beeson Divinity School for more than 25 years and held the Charles T. Carter Baptist Chair of Divinity. ❖ Check out the new and improved ESV Bible App ❖ Subscribe to his ESV Podcast: Apple Podcasts | Spotify ❖ Explore his ESV Audio Bible...