Articles by Crossway

The Prayers of Jesus: A 5-Day Devotional

Jesus’s ministry on earth as a human was marked by a devotion to prayer. Through his prayer life, we see what it means to truly depend on God.

12 Notable Quotes from Enough about Me

Self-care may produce happiness and temporary relief from stress or hardship, but real joy comes when we stop serving ourselves and find meaning and purpose in something outside of ourselves.

4 Challenges to Christ's Deity

Crossway lists four specific challenges to the deity of Christ that we tend to face today.

Podcast: The Life and Legacy of Dietrich Bonhoeffer (Stephen Nichols)

Stephen Nichols discusses the remarkable life, tragic death, and enduring legacy of the German theologian and pastor, Dietrich Bonhoeffer.

Introducing the ‘Pour Out Your Heart Prayer Journal: A Planner for a Life of Prayer’

Designed to be used over many years, this durable hardcover journal features a unique method that guides readers toward an intentional, Scripture-focused prayer life.

Download the Free 'Alive in Him' Study Guide

Dig deeper into the book of Ephesians with the ‘Alive in Him’ study guide.

Podcast: Answering Hard Questions about Predestination and Free Will (Andy Naselli)

Andy Naselli answers a few of the most common questions about the doctrine of predestination, including what the Bible really says about it and what impact this teaching may have on the idea of free will.

A Friend Who Will Never Fail You

We can be assured of Christ's love for us because he gave his life to save us. He is a trustworthy friend.

How to Use the ESV for Preaching and Teaching

Here, a few members of the ESV Translation Oversight Committee comment on the translation philosophy and why it makes a difference in preaching and teaching.

8 Notable Quotes from What Does the Bible Really Teach about Homosexuality?

God’s word addresses how we, as Christians, should think about sexuality and offers us hope and wisdom for navigating today’s cultural landscape with humility and grace.

Introducing ‘Songs of Suffering’

Introducing a beautifully uplifting book from Joni Eareckson Tada that includes 25 hymns with sheet music, devotionals, and photography designed to spark hope in hardship.

Christ in All of Scripture – Zephaniah 1:7-16

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

Podcast: Surviving College with Your Faith Intact (Michael Kruger)

Michael Kruger discusses the top intellectual challenges to biblical Christianity many students will face on a secular campus.

Podcast: Why Have So Many People Stopped Going to Church? (Paul Tripp)

Paul Tripp reflects on the importance of not just the universal church but the local gathered church, and he responds to many of the reasons that people stop going to church.

Introducing The Greek New Testament, Produced at Tyndale House, Cambridge, Reader’s Edition

A new edition of the Greek New Testament, Produced at Tyndale House, Cambridge to make for a smoother, less-interrupted reading of the text.

‘Charlie and the Preschool Prodigal’ Read-Aloud Video

Watch a video and enjoy hearing this retelling of the parable of the prodigal son through the eyes of wild-child Eddie and his rule-following brother, Charlie.

Reading the Creation Story on the Shoulders of Giants

Reflect on God's creation of the universe and read from Genesis along with commentary notes from giants of the faith, such as John Calvin, Thomas Manton, Anselm, and Augustine.

Podcast: The Blessings and Burdens of Pastoral Ministry (Jeff Robinson)

What are the joys and hardships of doing ministry for the long-haul and what does it look like to be faithful in the midst of pastoral overwhelm and exhaustion?

Introducing the Greek New Testament, Produced at Tyndale House, Cambridge, with Dictionary

Eliminating the need to frequently reference other materials, this resource with the added dictionary is ideal for students, pastors, and those who are less familiar with Greek.

How to Pray This Thanksgiving

Use this prayer as a guide as you lead your family at the table or as spend time in personal prayer this Thanksgiving.

Reading Plans for the 'ESV Reader's Bible, Six-Volume Set'

Our hope at Crossway is that you will encounter the beauty of God's Word and be able to step back and marvel at its masterful author.

Raising Kids as a Pastor's Wife

Children are truly a gift—a reward from the Lord himself, and parenting is such a glorious privilege, but it's not easy.

Podcast: Knowing Your Heart and When (Not) to Follow It (Craig Troxel)

What's the difference between a Christian and secular understanding of the heart, what are the heart's spiritual functions, and how we can think about them in terms of our minds, desires, and will?

Podcast: Why Your Job Has Meaning and Purpose . . . Even If You Don't Like It (Bryan Chapell)

Bryan Chapell talks about why the work you do day in and day out matters to God—probably more than you realize.

Podcast: Paralysis, Heartache, and Hymns of Hope (Joni Eareckson Tada)

Joni Eareckson Tada talks about 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.

Podcast: How Should We Define the Gospel? (Greg Gilbert)

Greg Gilbert discusses why Christians so often struggle to clearly define a simple yet foundational concept: the gospel.

Podcast: The Good News About Not Being a Perfect Mom (Katie Faris)

Katie Faris discusses the false expectations put on moms and the true grace they can experience.

Gospel-Centered Help for Fathers

Leading your family well can become a daunting task, particularly if you misunderstand the role of fatherhood as God intended it.

Start a Bible Reading Habit in 2021

Whether you’re already in the habit of reading the Bible daily or you struggle to find consistent time in the Word, reading plans can be helpful in cultivating daily Scripture reading.

Gospel-Centered Partnership: Distributing Books and Bibles in Africa

Jacob Lee lives in Uganda and works with a church and missions organization to equip pastors and distribute books and Bibles to help further the gospel of Christ in Africa.