Articles by Crossway

Seeing Christ in Ruth: A 5-Day Reading Plan

Read through the book of Ruth and come to see how the story of a young Moabite woman communicates the covenant love of God—and ultimately the gospel.

ESV.org—How to Change the Interface Layout

Choose the Layout That's Right for You Did you know that you can change the interface layout at ESV.org to better suit your preferences? Click on the layout icon at the top of the screen …

Ray Ortlund on Marriage and the Mystery of the Gospel

In this video, Dane Ortlund sits down with Ray Ortlund to discuss his new book.

Video: 6 Reasons to Pray the Bible

Here are six benefits of praying through the Bible.

Artist Spotlight: Jess Phoenix

Learn more about artist, Jess Phoenix, and her work on the ESV Single Column Journaling Bible, Artist Series.

Video: Studying the Books of Ruth & Esther

In this video, Kathleen Nielson introduces us to Ruth & Esther: A 12-Week Study, which is part of Crossway's Knowing the Bible study series.

A Look Back at 2018

As 2018 draws to an end, we would like to look back at what God has been pleased to do in and through Crossway over the last 12 months.

Introducing the ESV Illuminated Scripture Journal: Old Testament Set

Journal through the Old Testament with these individual volumes of Scripture—packaged in thin portable notebooks.

Preview: Ten Words to Live By by Jen Wilkin

Today, we are pleased to share a special hour-long audio preview of Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands by Jen Wilkin.

Pregnancy and the Gospel: A 5-Day Devotional

In this devotional, Gloria Furman brings Scriptural light on the topics of pregnancy, child-birth, and motherhood.

June 2022 New Releases

Learn more about new and notable resources releasing this month from Crossway, including A Better Encouragement by Lindsey Carlson and The StoryChanger by David Murray.

Introducing ‘Jesus and the Gift of Friendship’

Learn about a new storybook by Trillia Newbell that teaches kids to embrace Jesus as their closest friend and provider.

The Imperfection of Artistic Expression is a Mere Glimpse of the Perfection of Christ

We (here at Crossway) had the opportunity to hear an exclusive behind-the-art perspective on The Four Holy Gospels from Makoto Fujimura during chapel on Friday, January 21.

Podcast: How One Man Is Smuggling Bibles into India (Amir)

In this special interview, Amir talks about the real persecution Christians face in a country that might surprise you: India.

Video: The Explicit Gospel by Matt Chandler

Popular pastor and worldwide speaker Matt Chandler writes his first book to remind the church of what is of first and utmost importance—the gospel.

Introducing the ESV Reader’s Bible, Six-Volume Set: With Chapter and Verse Numbers

A new edition of the ESV Reader's Bible, Six-Volume Set offers subtle navigational help through the text, while maintaining a clean novel-like reading experience.

An Interview with Gloria Furman (Part 1)

(Part 1) Gloria Furman talks with Crossway about motherhood.

Go Deep with God's Word with the ESV Study Bible on ESV.org

The ESV Study Bible is now available as part of the ESV.org Basic subscription plan.

January 2021 New Releases

Browse a list of the new and notable resources including Journey to the Cross: A 40-Day Lenten Devotional by Paul David Tripp and the ESV Preaching Bible, Verse-by-Verse Edition.

Serving the Church as a Pastor's Wife

Pastors' wives (and all believers) are uniquely gifted by God to serve the church in a multitude of ways.

2018 Crossway Ministry Initiatives

As we near the close of 2017, we wanted to extend one final invitation to you to partner with us in the work of the Gospel.

Podcast: How to Radically Pursue Justice While Living in the Suburbs (Amy DiMarcangelo)

Amy DiMarcangelo discusses how our lives can often look relatively comfortable, and she shares her own story of learning what it means to live sacrificially for God in the midst of everyday life.

Buy 1, Get 1 Free: ESV Scripture Journals for Churches and Ministries

Now through September 30, 2019, church and ministry account holders get 40% off every case of ESV Scripture Journals and receive another case for free.

The Most-Read Crossway Articles from 2023

Review some of this year’s most popular articles and read great content on subjects like heaven and hell, failing at quiet time, gender identity, and the second coming of Christ.

Podcast: How Men Can Combat the Friendship Famine (Drew Hunter)

Drew Hunter explores how men can strengthen and keep deep and meaningful friendships and investigates why they're fading in the first place.

9 Notable Quotes from Weep with Me

In the Bible, lament is a prayer that leads to trust, which can be a starting point for the church to “weep with those who weep."

‘ESV Reader’s Bible, Six-Volume Set’: A Conversation with the Creators

The Reader's Bible, Six-Volume Edition was created with a deep conviction that the Word of God is an immeasurable gift, meant to be savored.

Podcast: The Surprising Health Benefits of Going to Church (Rebecca McLaughlin)

Rebecca McLaughlin discusses how church attendance has positively fought against the levels of loneliness, depression, anxiety, and addiction in the world.

Podcast: The State of Women’s Ministry in the US (Courtney Doctor and Joanna Kimbrel)

Courtney Doctor and Joanna Kimbrel delve into the key questions and concerns that arise in women's ministry, touching on practical issues like how to get started and how to encourage discipleship.

Preview: ‘Demystifying Decision-Making’ by Aimee Joseph

We are pleased to offer a special preview of Aimee Joseph's new book, 'Demystifying Decision-Making: A Practical Guide.’