Articles by Crossway

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.

Read-Aloud Video: ‘Meg Is Not Alone’

Watch a video and enjoy hearing this children's story read aloud by its author about the importance and blessing of the local church.

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.

Free Download: Printable Verse Cards Tracing God's Unfolding Grace

Download these free printables for memorizing and meditating on God's word.

Podcast: Using Stories to Help Kids Understand Right and Wrong (Betsy Childs Howard)

Why are stories such powerful tools for instilling deep, biblical truths in our kids? Are moral formation and the gospel of grace mutually exclusive?

Introducing the ESV Premium Thinline Bible

Made with high-quality materials, this portable, beautiful edition will last for years to come.

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.

Introducing ‘Be Thou My Vision’

This 31-day liturgical guide is designed to provide structure to the daily worship of individuals and families.

Christ in All of Scripture – Leviticus 1:4-5

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

Did You Know ‘The New City Catechism’ Is Available in 14 Languages?

Did you know The New City Catechism is available in 14 languages?

Introducing the ‘ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal, New Testament Set’

A new edition—great for art journaling, personal Bible reading and prayer, small-group Bible study, or taking notes through a sermon series.

Introducing ‘Good News of Great Joy’ by John Piper

Joyous reflection and eager anticipation mark the season of Christmas, as Christians around the world celebrate the coming of their Savior.

The Reader's Bible Experience Using ESVBible.org

Here is a brief tutorial for utilizing the settings within ESVBible.org on your web browser for a similar reading experience as an e-reader edition.

Podcast: What Is the Mark of the Beast? (Thomas Schreiner)

Thomas Schreiner reflects on the best way to approach Revelation when studying it for the first time, and explains what the mark of the beast is really all about.

The Doctrine of Christ's Return in the Bible

What does the Bible say about Christ's return? Learn more from this look into the ESV Systematic Theology Study Bible.

Favorite Christmas Traditions from Crossway Kids’ Book Authors

Read what the authors of Crossway kids' books had to say about their favorite Christmas traditions, and perhaps even find inspiration to incorporate new traditions into your own celebrations this year.

Podcast: The Graduation Speech You Won’t Hear This Year (Kevin DeYoung)

Kevin DeYoung argues that the last thing that God wants us to do is be true to ourselves, at least when it comes to our natural selves.

Podcast: How to Translate the New Testament (Peter Williams)

ESV Translation Oversight Committee member Dr. Peter Williams discusses many of the factors involved in translating the New Testament.

Podcast: The Power of Habitual Gratitude (Sam Crabtree)

Sam Crabtree explains why gratitude is actually more foundational to the Christian life than you probably think and offers practical advice for cultivating gratitude in the ups and downs of our everyday lives,

Behind-the-Scenes: The Creation of the ESV Psalms, Read by Kristyn Getty

Giving priority to the Scriptures can help ensure that we make God’s voice the loudest message we hear.

Podcast: Can Christians Embrace God and Science? (Brad Sickler)

How can Christians embrace God and science? Must the two be separated?

4 Challenges to Christ's Deity

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

Podcast: Marriage Questions about Sex, Submission, and In-Laws (Chad and Emily Van Dixhoorn)

Chad and Emily Van Dixhoorn share personal insight on a number of questions related to marriage, discussing topics like submission, relationships with family, and the ultimate purpose of marriage.

An Interview with David Wells

David Wells, author of God in the Whirlwind: How the Holy-love of God Reorients Our World, is asked a few questions about what he hopes to accomplish with his new book and why he thinks a renewed appreciation for God's "holy-love" is important for evangelicalism.

Three Purposes of God in Your Suffering

We know that suffering is a result of sin and a fallen world, but that usually feels inadequate when we're in anguish.

Podcast: The Life and Legacy of R. C. Sproul (Stephen Nichols)

Stephen Nichols discusses the fascinating life and ministry of the late R. C. Sproul reflecting on who he was in private and how his theological passions shaped his ministry.

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.

Podcast: Why You Can’t Stop Looking at Your Phone (Samuel James)

Samuel James sets forth a distinctly Christian theology of technology, one that is profoundly realistic about its power, both for good and evil.

The Apostle Paul: A 5-Day Devotional

Over the next five days, learn more about the apostle and be encouraged to imitate his example of unwavering confidence in God's grace and love toward others.

7 Notable Quotes from Surviving Religion 101

The college years can challenge your faith and belief in the Bible, so it’s important to equip yourself to engage secular challenges with intellectual honesty, compassion, and confidence.