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Behind-the-Scenes of the Big Picture Story Bible and the ESV Big Picture Bible

Simple words and striking illustrations unfold the storyline of God's Word from Genesis to Revelation.

Christ in All of Scripture - Nehemiah 8:1-6

This series of posts pairs a brief passage of Scripture with associated study notes drawn from the Gospel Transformation Bible.

Video: Elyse Fitzpatrick on How She Reads the Bible

In this video, author and speaker Elyse Fitzpatrick explains why she stopped reading through the entire Bible every year and reminds us that God doesn't get "mad" at us when we miss a day of reading his Word.

Engaging with God through the Psalms

The Psalms are meant to invite readers into communication with God.

Homer, 'Breaking Bad,' and the Eternal: Part 2

Grant Horner

You can make more money, if you have some time and a work ethic. But can you make more time just because you have money?

You Are in Constant Communication with the Lord

Paul David Tripp

If you are a true believer in Jesus, you are in constant communication with your Lord in some way—either vocally or in your heart.

Scott Klusendorf on Embryonic Stem Cell Research

Scott Klusendorf discusses the controversy of stem cell research as it relates to the pro-life position.

An Interview with Jeff Vanderstelt

Jeff Vanderstelt

This is an interview with Jeff Vanderstelt, lead teaching pastor at Doxa Church in Bellevue, Washington. He is the author of Saturate: Being Disciples of Jesus in the Everyday Stuff of Life.

Podcast: Race, Ethnicity, and the Bible (Steven Bryan)

Steven Bryan talks about how Christians should approach the various “collective identities” that bind—and divide—us in our world today.

How to Teach Your Kids about Politics

Andrew T. Walker, Christian Walker

When we think about politics, we must think of the idea of authority. In fact, Romans 13 talks about how the government is actually a minister on God’s behalf.

Is It Naive to Think of Technology as Neutral?

Brett McCracken

Every technology carries with it opportunities to be beneficial for us as individuals and societies. But every technology also changes things potentially for the worse.

The Truth About Sexual Assault

Justin S. Holcomb

Justin Holcomb shares some important statistics related to sexual assault in our country and around the world.

Free E-Book: "Augustine on the Christian Life" by Gerald Bray

Augustine is widely considered to be the most influential theologian in church history after the apostle Paul.

Urgent Ministry Opportunity

Yesterday we posted an urgent request from Crossway's president, Dr. Lane Dennis, concerning an extraordinary opportunity to meet a matching grant for $270,000. In the above video, Dr. Dennis provides some perspective on why this opportunity is so important to the ministry work of Crossway.

Introducing ‘The Biggest Story Advent: 25 Lift-the-Flap Devotions for Families’

Help kids understand God’s redemption story from Genesis to Jesus’s birth with this fun, interactive devotional.

You Are More Than You Think!

Matthew P. Ristuccia

Just as much as we Christians take seriously the call to disciple how we think, so we should also take seriously the call to disciple how we imagine.

When Did You Realize You Were an Imperfect Pastor?

Zack Eswine

Recognition of pastoral imperfections and flaws comes with experience and reflection on past ministry.

Ben Gladd on the Use of the Old Testament in Acts (Season 2, Episode 5)

Nancy Guthrie

Join Nancy Guthrie as she talks with professor and author Ben Gladd about the use of the Old Testament in the New Testament—both direct quotations and more subtle allusions.

100,000 ESV Global Study Bibles to Leaders Around the World

Our greatest passion at Crossway, as a not-for-profit ministry, is to reach the people of the world with the Gospel and the life-transforming Truth of God’s Word.

Podcast: How to Develop Healthier Tech Habits in 2025 (Samuel James)

Samuel James talks about one of the biggest areas where we all might need to do some adjustments this new year.

Introducing the 'ESV Daily Light Devotional Bible'

Ground yourself in the Scriptures at each day's beginning and end.

Introducing the ‘Everyday Gospel Easter Devotional’ by Paul David Tripp

Celebrate Easter with 30 devotionals from Paul David Tripp that connect Scripture to everyday life.

Attaining Reflexive Purity

Gerald Hiestand, Jay S. Thomas

God asks us to control not only our sexual activity but our sexual desire as well, arousing it only within the context of marriage.

Podcast: How Old Creeds Speak to New Problems (Carl Trueman)

Carl Trueman explains how historic creeds and confessions of the church can help to shape God’s people living in a culture consumed with individualism and identity.

How Churches Can Bridge Generational and Stylistic Divides

Ryanne J. Molinari

A lot of churches operate without awareness of the divides within themselves over worship. Awareness and openness are the first steps. Be willing to ask people to try out the other service.

Preview Chapter 2 of 'The Biggest Story: The Animated Short Film'

Enjoy this sneak peek into the chapter highlighting the story of Noah and the flood.

Video: Bible Study Q&A with Jen Wilkin (Part 1)

Crossway recently asked readers to submit questions about Bible study for Jen Wilkin, author of Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds.

Present for His Purposes

J. Ryan Lister

As humanity proved incapable of fulfilling God’s purposes from the very beginning, God, in his grace, became present to do what man was unable to do.

How Can an Athlete Cultivate Humility?

C. J. Mahaney

C. J. Mahaney reflects on how humility impacts an athlete.

The Most Important Message You’ll Ever Receive

Nancy Guthrie

The Bible is God speaking to us, ever pointing us to Christ.