The Crossway Podcast

Podcast: Struggling to Pray? Start Here. (Kevin DeYoung)

Kevin DeYoung talks about our common struggle to pray and how the Lord's Prayer—the prayer that Jesus offered as a model for our prayers—can help us to pray to God day in and day out.

Preview: ‘The Dragon and the Stone’ by Kathryn Butler

We are pleased to offer a special preview of Kathryn Butler's new book, The Dragon and the Stone, the first book in The Dream Keeper Saga.

Podcast: Dragons, Absent Fathers, and Stories That Heal (Kathryn Butler)

Kathryn Butler talks about the power of stories to help our kids grasp and value the true story of God’s redemption and shares about how reading with her kids helped to carry her family through the pandemic.

Podcast: Why You Shouldn't Be Afraid of the Book of Revelation (Nancy Guthrie)

Nancy Guthrie discusses why the book of Revelation is actually more accessible, more timely, and more encouraging than you probably know.

Q&A: Michael Reeves Answers Your Questions about Evangelicalism

Michael Reeves answers a number of questions from around the world about the topic of evangelicalism.

Podcast: Can Affectionless Faith Be Genuine? (John Piper)

John Piper discusses how he came to saving faith in Jesus and how his view of that faith has changed over the years.

Podcast: Why Are We Apathetic about What Really Matters? (Uche Anizor)

Uche Anizor discusses seven deadly causes of spiritual apathy that we should all be on the lookout for and how to take steps back toward God when we realize we’re not doing well.

Podcast: How to Lament after Two Years of Loss (Mark Vroegop)

Mark Vroegop considers what it looks like to lament the COVID-19 pandemic—and how that lament can help us heal, both individually and as churches.

Preview: ‘Gospel People’ by Michael Reeves

We are pleased to offer a special preview of Michael Reeves’s new book, ‘Gospel People: A Call for Evangelical Integrity.’

Podcast: What's Happening to Evangelicalism? (Michael Reeves)

Michael Reeves discusses the term “evangelical,” the different ways it’s used in our culture today, and how we should respond to the cultural baggage often associated with the term.

Podcast: The Art Process behind ‘The Biggest Story Bible Storybook’ (Don Clark)

Don Clark discusses what appealed to him (and what scared him) about illustrating the stories of the Bible for The Biggest Story Bible Storybook.

Podcast: If You Don't Catechize Your Kids, the World Will (Kevin DeYoung)

Kevin DeYoung talks about how Christians (parents and non-parents alike) can help children to trust Jesus, embrace the Bible, and love others—even those with whom we disagree.

Preview: ‘Strange New World’ by Carl Trueman

We are pleased to offer a special preview of Carl Trueman's new book, ‘Strange New World: How Thinkers and Activists Redefined Identity and Sparked the Sexual Revolution.’

Podcast: We're in a Strange New World. Now What? (Carl Trueman)

Carl Trueman explores the history of Western thought with the view of answering two simple questions: How did we get here? How should the church respond?

Podcast: Confronting the Idols of Body Image, Sex, Abortion, and Motherhood (Jen Oshman)

Jen Oshman discusses the many empty promises that the culture of the modern world makes that run counter to the clear teaching of Scripture and God's good plan for us.

Podcast: Do You See the Church as Lovely? (Dustin Benge)

Dustin Benge explains why the church—despite all her faults—is worth fighting for.

Podcast: Are We in a Loneliness Epidemic? (Lydia Brownback)

Lydia Brownback talks about her experience of the pandemic and how Christians can rally together and support one another in the wake of two years of social isolation, masks, and lockdowns.

Podcast: Overcoming Me-Centered Discipleship (Jonathan Dodson)

Jonathan Dodson talks about what a gospel-centered approach to discipleship entails, highlighting the importance of transparency for everyone involved.

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.’

Podcast: The Problem with Modern Missions (Matt Rhodes)

Matt Rhodes considers what it should look like to pursue cross-cultural missions with a focus on long-term success and why the American church should be asking itself that very question 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.

Podcast: We're Thinking about Technology All Wrong (Tony Reinke)

Tony Reinke considers what the Bible has to say about human innovation and the things we create and why Christians are often so attracted to tech dystopianism, the future of AI, and more.

Podcast: Why Is Making Decisions So Hard? (Aimee Joseph)

Aimee Joseph discusses why we struggle to make decisions, where God's will fits in to the topic, and how we can work on our efforts to make God-honoring choices in everyday life.

Podcast: Hear What God Has Truly Done with Your Sin (Sam Storms)

Sam Storms talks about how God deals with our sin, once and for all.

Podcast: How to Endure Inexplicable Suffering (Eric Ortlund)

Eric Ortlund looks at the example of Job and how, as Christians, we should respond when we face the kind of suffering that Job did.

Full Audiobook: How Can I Get More Out of My Bible Reading? by Jeremy Kimble

Today, we are pleased to share the entire audio of How Can I Get More Out of My Bible Reading? by Jeremy M. Kimble on The Crossway Podcast.

Podcast: What Really Happened at Pentecost? (Patrick Schreiner)

Patrick Schreiner discusses the story of Pentecost—the account of the sending of the Holy Spirit to indwell God’s people in a new and powerful way.

Podcast: A Realistic Approach to New Year’s Resolutions (David Murray)

David Murray talks about what it should look like to work hard to establish good habits while also relying on God’s grace and power.

Podcast: Teaching Your Kids the Real Meaning of Christmas (William Smith)

William Smith offers parents simple advice for viewing the holiday season as a special opportunity to point our kids’ hearts to their Savior.

Preview: A Special Excerpt from ‘R. C. Sproul’ by Stephen Nichols

A special one-hour excerpt from ‘R. C. Sproul: A Life’ by Stephen J. Nichols, focusing on the final days of Sproul’s life and the lasting legacy of his ministry.

Podcast: An Overlooked Problem of Atheism (Mitch Stokes)

Mitch Stokes talks about the many problems with an atheistic worldview—including logical holes that skeptics often prefer to ignore.

Preview: ‘Be Thou My Vision’ by Jonathan Gibson

Today's episode is a special audio preview of Jonathan Gibson's new book, Be Thou My Vision: A Liturgy for Daily Worship.

Podcast: How Ancient Liturgy Can Renew Your Walk with Jesus Today (Jonathan Gibson)

Jonathan Gibson talks about why liturgy can be such a powerful force for good in the life of the Christian when rightly understood and practiced.

Podcast: Q&A: A Bible Scholar Answers Your Questions about the Book of Revelation (Tom Schreiner)

New Testament scholar Tom Schreiner answers questions submitted by readers about the book of Revelation and surrounding topics.

Podcast: How to Find a New Church (Edward W. Klink III)

Mickey Klink talks about what you should look for in a new church, what factors should impact your decision, and what warning signs to be on the lookout for in your search.

Podcast: What You Believe about God's Sovereignty Matters for Real Life (Paul Tripp)

Paul Tripp discusses what the Bible actually teaches about the extent of God’s sovereignty, the purpose of evil and suffering, and the idea of free will.

Podcast: Sourdough Starters, Daily Bread, and the Goodness of Jesus (Abigail Dodds)

A discussion with Abigail Dodds about what the mixture of flour, water, and yeast can teach us about God, the Bible, and what it really means to be satisfied by our Savior.

Podcast: How Can We Show God's Heart for the Widow? (Brian Croft)

Brian Croft discusses one area of church ministry that is too often neglected: the care of widows.

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: How to Translate the Old Testament (Jack Collins)

ESV Translation Oversight Committee member Dr. Jack Collins discusses many of the factors involved in translating the Old Testament.

Podcast: How Do I Discipline My Kids without Shaming Them? (Heather Nelson)

Heather Nelson talks about what it looks like to pursue shame-free parenting so that we might have joy-filled homes.

Podcast: The Making of the ESV Study Bible (Justin Taylor)

Today's episode is a conversation with Justin Taylor—Crossway’s book publisher and project manager for the ESV Study Bible when it was being created.

Podcast: Mind Your Own Conscience and Love Your Neighbor (Andy Naselli and J. D. Crowley)

Should always obey our conscience? What should we do when our conscience disagrees with another Christian’s, and how the conscience relates to objective right and wrong?

Q&A: A Bible Translator Answers Your Questions about the ESV

A member of the ESV Translation Oversight Committee answers listener questions about the ESV related to how translators work, the translation philosophy of the ESV, tricky passages, and more.

Podcast: How to Have Hard Conversations with Those You Love (Caroline Newheiser and Cheryl Marshall)

Cheryl Marshall and Caroline Newheiser discuss how to have hard conversations with others that put the focus on what God has said, not their own opinions.

Full Audiobook: ‘The Expulsive Power of a New Affection’ by Thomas Chalmers

As a result of the fall, human feelings of love are often misplaced on the creation rather than the Creator. This classic work of the faith reorients our affections toward him.

Q&A: Ray Ortlund Answers Your Questions about Porn and Pastoral Ministry

Ray Ortlund answers your questions about how pastors can cultivate churches where honesty about porn thrives and repentance abounds.

Podcast: Becoming Better or Going Deeper? How Real Change Happens (Dane Ortlund)

Dane Ortlund discusses why we, as children of God, can remain hopeful—even when our journey toward Christlikeness is painfully slow.

Preview: ‘The Death of Porn’ by Ray Ortlund

Today, we are pleased to share a special hour-long audio preview of The Death of Porn by Ray Ortlund.

Podcast: The Fight against Porn Is a Fight for Justice (Ray Ortlund)

We are royalty created in God’s image for a great and noble purpose. This has the power to free us from the dehumanizing lies of the porn industry.

In the Lord I Take Refuge: Daily Devotions through the Psalms with Dane Ortlund

Join author Dane C. Ortlund for a 30-episode journey as he reflects on the riches of the psalms.

Podcast: Was Jesus a Pacifist? (Tom Schreiner)

Did Jesus teach a form of pacifism? How should we square Jesus’s command to love our enemies with the way that God’s people were commanded to conquer their enemies?

Podcast: A Better Way to Talk about the “Call to Ministry” (Bobby Jamieson)

Bobby Jamieson talks about his own path to church leadership, what role seminary played, and as well as what advice he'd give to those aspiring to be pastors.

Podcast: Real Faithfulness Is the Kind No One Sees (Glenna Marshall)

Glenna Marshall talks about the life-changing practice of Scripture memory, the oft-given advice to give ourselves grace, and the importance of perseverance in the Christian life.

Podcast: What Keeps You from Going to Church? (Jonathan Leeman)

Jonathan Leeman discusses the vital importance of in-person church fellowship, how we can and should prioritize involvement with the people of God in a local church—especially after a year like 2020.

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?

Preview: What God Has to Say about Our Bodies by Sam Allberry

There’s a danger in focusing too much on the body. There’s also a danger in not valuing it enough.

Podcast: Why Your Physical Body Matters to God (Sam Allberry)

Sam Allberry talks about the eternal significance of our physical bodies, how it relates to our identity, and why our bodies matter here and now.

Podcast: Reading the Psalms with Jesus in View (Dane Ortlund)

Dane Ortlund discusses how the psalms uniquely invite us into prayer and devotion, how they reflect the greatness of God, and how he cares for his people.

Podcast: What Pastors Can Learn from Richard Baxter (Tim Cooper)

Tim Cooper discusses the importance of Richard Baxter, a Puritan responsible for many key (if not misunderstood or difficult to read) treatises on church doctrine and the role of ministry.

Podcast: What an Old Controversy Teaches Us about Grace and Legalism (Sinclair Ferguson)

Sinclair Ferguson discusses the relevance of church history and divisive theological positions as we dig into a largely forgotten 18th-century Scottish debate about God’s grace and our works.

Podcast: What I Wish I Knew in Seminary after 30 Years in Ministry (Dave Harvey)

What can be learned in seminary and what can only be learned through years of experience in ministry? Hear from Dave Harvey about his own path to the pastorate.

Podcast: Help! I’m Afraid to Share My Faith (Isaac Adams)

Isaac Adams discusses the nature of evangelism and why we so often feel intimidated, unequipped, or unsure of how to even speak about the gospel to others in our lives.

Podcast: Why Union with Christ Is More Amazing Than You Think (Marcus Johnson)

What is the doctrine of union with Christ, and why is it so misunderstood today?

Share God’s Big Promise with Your Kids through this Free Audiobook

We are pleased to share the entire audio of The Promise by Jason Helopolous on The Crossway Podcast.

Podcast: 5 Attributes of God We Too Often Neglect (Mark Jones)

How should we understand God in his fullness—both near to us as our Father and yet above and beyond us as our Creator?

Podcast: The Life and Mind of C. S. Lewis (Harry Lee Poe)

Learn fascinating details about the start of Lewis’s career, his personal faith, the relationships that would shape his world, and the books that would make his name world-renowned.

Podcast: Debunking Myths about Jesus (Stephen Wellum)

Stephen Wellum discusses myths and misconceptions about Jesus that obscure his true significance—for history and for our own lives.

Q&A: Paul Tripp Answers Your Questions about Marriage

Paul Tripp answers questions from around the world about healthy communication, asking forgiveness, offering correction, and reigniting a sense of romance.

Podcast: The Meaningful Work of Church Deacons (Matt Smethurst)

Matt Smethurst discusses the important role that deacons should play in the life of the local church.

Podcast: What Your Marriage Needs Most (Paul David Tripp)

Paul Tripp discusses how the gospel comes to bear on the day-to-day realities of marriage and why that's more than just a platitude.

Podcast: Why Did God Let Job Suffer? (Christopher Ash)

Christopher Ash discusses the story of Job and how God's goodness shines through suffering. He also explores the roles of Satan, the fall, and the cross of Jesus Christ in human suffering.

Podcast: Trauma, Pain, and Loss: A Doctor’s Story of Faith and Healing (Katie Butler)

Kathryn Butler discusses her work as a trauma surgeon working in the ICU, sharing what it was like to be inundated with life and death situations day in and day out.

Help! I Can’t Find Someone to Disciple Me (Garrett Kell)

In this episode, Garrett Kell discusses why all Christians are called to be discipled and to disciple others.

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: Faith, Family, and the Creative Life (Ruth Chou Simons)

Ruth Chou Simons discusses her life as an artist, sharing her passion for creating beautiful pieces of art that reflect the beauty of our Creator.

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.

Full Audiobook: The Biggest Story by Kevin DeYoung

We are pleased to share the entire audio of The Biggest Story by Kevin DeYoung on The Crossway Podcast.

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.

Podcast: Delighting in the Ten Commandments (Jen Wilkin)

In this episode, Jen Wilkin discusses what's wrong with the way we often talk about the Law, along with some of the common dangers of legalism.

Podcast: Why Your Church Needs Plural Leadership (Dave Harvey)

Dave Harvey discusses why plural leadership—a team of elders—is so crucial for the health of a local church.

Podcast: Preparing Our Kids for a Post-Christian World (Rebecca McLaughlin)

Rebecca McLaughlin discusses what it looks like for parents to prepare their teens for a life in a post-Christian world, reflectong on kids' propensity to ask hard questions and why that's a good thing,

Podcast: God’s Plan for Corporate Worship (Matt Merker)

Matt Merker discusses the central importance of corporate worship for the life of the Christian and shares his thoughts on the effect that the COVID-19 pandemic could have on church gatherings.

Q&A: Dane Ortlund Answers Your Questions about the Heart of Christ for Sinners

A couple of weeks ago, we asked readers to submit their questions for Dane Ortlund. Many of you sent in questions from around the world.

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.

Preview: R.C. Sproul: A Life by Stephen Nichols

Today, we are pleased to share a special hour-long audio preview of R. C. Sproul: A Life by Stephen J. Nichols, including the book's prologue and first chapter, on The Crossway Podcast.

Podcast: Diagnosing the Heart of Anger (Christopher Ash)

Christopher Ash discusses why anger is such a powerful, dangerous emotion for the Christian, walking through some of the key Bible passages that address the topic.

Podcast: God’s Work in the African Church (Conrad Mbewe)

Conrad Mbewe discusses what American Christians should know about the church in Africa, dispelling common misconceptions and sharing some of the big issues facing local congregations.

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,

Podcast: Inherent Dangers of the Information Age (Brett McCracken)

Brett McCracken discusses what it looks like to pursue true wisdom in a noisy and confused age.

Podcast: Honoring God in Singleness and Dating (Marshall Segal)

Marshall Segal discusses singleness and dating as a Christian, sharing some of his own story including his struggle with contentment as a single person.

Podcast: Help! I’m Married to My Pastor

In this episode, Jani Ortlund discusses the joys and challenges of being a pastor's wife for nearly five decades.

Podcast: Should Christians Fear God? (Michael Reeves)

What is the Bible getting at when it commands us to fear the Lord? Is it ever sinful to fear?

Podcast: Practicing Hospitality in a Pandemic (Rosaria Butterfield)

What does it look like to embrace the call on all Christians in a time where we're limited in unprecedented ways?

Podcast: Disciplines of a Godly Woman (Barbara Hughes)

Barbara Hughes discusses why discipline is important for Christian women, highlighting her own struggle to cultivate a disciplined life over the years.

Podcast: Disciplines of a Godly Man (Kent Hughes)

Kent Hughes discusses why discipline is so important for the life of a Christian man. He explains how discipline is actually aimed at freeing us to be the men that God called us to be.

Podcast: How to Lead God-Glorifying Worship (Bob Kauflin)

Bob Kauflin discusses his work as a songwriter and worship leader, reflecting on his process for writing songs for the church.

Podcast: How to Become Fluent in the Gospel (Jeff Vanderstelt)

What does it mean to be fluent in the gospel, and why is it an essential part of living as a disciple of Jesus?

Podcast: A Christian Scientific Perspective on Evolution

Stephen Meyer discusses the controversial topic of theistic evolution and explains what the term does and doesn't mean.

Podcast: Do You Know That Jesus Is Praying for You? (Joel Beeke)

Joel Beeke discusses the doctrine of Christ's ongoing intercession in heaven and why it's more important and spiritually edifying than you may realize.

Podcast: Can We Really Be Content? (Erik Raymond)

What does it look like to cultivate a spirit of contentment in a world that often seems dead set on helping us do just the opposite?

Preview: The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self by Carl Trueman

Enjoy a special two-hour preview of The Rise and Triumph of the Modern Self by Carl Trueman on The Crossway Podcast.

Podcast: Making Sense of Transgenderism and the Sexual Revolution (Carl Trueman)

Why is our culture obsessed with gender identity and sexuality? Learn what history has to say about our modern times and how Christians can navigate this increasingly hostile issue.

Podcast: Snakes and Satan in the Story of Scripture (Andy Naselli)

Where do snakes and dragons appear in the story of Scripture and what part do they play in the history of Redemption?

Podcast: Covenant Theology 101 (Guy Waters)

How do we understand the biblical covenants, and how can they help us to read Scripture rightly?

Podcast: How Should Christians Navigate Political Disagreements among Friends? (Jonathan Leeman)

How should Christians think about political disagreements within the church and how much should politics be shared from the pulpit?

Podcast: Understanding the Presence of God (Ryan Lister)

What does the Bible say about the presence of God, and how does it relate the Christian life?

Podcast: The Day I Lost My 3-Year-Old Son (Cameron Cole)

Cameron Cole talks about losing his three-year-old son and how that tragedy and all the suffering it entailed has ultimately strengthened his hope in God.

Podcast: Do Christians Need to Follow the Mosaic Law? (Frank Thielman)

What does the New Testament teach about how the Old Testament applies to Christians?

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

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

Podcast: Habits for Better Bible Reading (Drew Hunter)

Drew Hunter discusses advice for Christians eager to reinvigorate, or maybe jumpstart for the first time, a consistent Bible-reading habit.

Podcast: The Church's Leadership Crisis (Paul David Tripp)

What is the church's leadership crisis and what is the solution?

Podcast: How I Study the Bible (Lauren Chandler)

Lauren Chandler shares her Bible study and reading habits and how Scripture has impacted her personal life and work as a songwriter.

Podcast: Why You Shouldn't Feel Bad about Enjoying the World (Joe Rigney)

What does it look like to love God and enjoy this world? Are the two in contention with each other?

Podcast: Asking God "Why" in the Midst of Suffering (Mark Talbot)

Is it okay to ask God why when suffering? What do you do when you go through profound suffering?

Podcast: Family Discipleship 101 (Adam Griffin)

What is family discipleship, and how can parents start discipling their kids?

Podcast: Tips for Leading an Effective Bible Study (Lydia Brownback)

What does it look like to lead an effective Bible study? How can a leader keep the conversation on track and guide people to discover the treasures of God's Word?

Podcast: Hymns and the Joy of Singing (Kristyn Getty)

What are hymns, and how are they still relevant in a Christian's life today? What are the benefits of learning hymns and congregational singing?

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?

Podcast: How Confronting Death Helps Us Live (Matthew McCullough)

How can thinking and being really honest about the reality of death paradoxically free us to find hope and joy in God like never before?

Podcast: The Life and Legacy of J. I. Packer (Sam Storms)

Sam Storms reflects on Packer's remarkable life and ministry, including how Packer came to faith and the impact that his many books have had on generations of Christians.

Podcast: Help! My Teen Is Struggling with Anxiety and Depression (David Murray)

Why is teen anxiety and depression on the rise, and what can parents do to help their children who are struggling?

Podcast: Learning from the Church Fathers (Michael Haykin)

What can we learn from the early church fathers and how can early Christian creeds help us define our faith today?

Podcast: What If I Don’t Feel Like Going to Church? (Gunner Gundersen)

What do we do when we just don't feel like gathering with God's people in corporate worship, and how has the pandemic affected us in this area?

Podcast: Thinking Biblically about Transgenderism (Denny Burk)

How should Christians think about transgenderism, and how should we talk to our kids about it? What does the Bible teach on gender and sexuality?

Podcast: How to Pursue Meaningful Mentoring Relationships (Melissa Kruger)

What are some core aspects that should be in place in every mentoring relationship, and how can we build relationships that actually help others follow Christ?

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?

Podcast: A First Step toward Racial Reconciliation (Mark Vroegop)

How does the biblical practice of lament offer Christians from different backgrounds a common language for productive, God-honoring conversations about race?

Podcast: Learning to Love the Local Church (Megan Hill)

Why is the local church so important and essential for our spiritual growth as Christians—especially in the time of COVID-19?

Podcast: Are Christians More Divided Now Than Ever? (Rhyne Putman)

How should Christians think about theological diversity and gracefully disagree within the body of Christ?

Podcast: Understanding the World of the Bible through Archaeology (David Chapman)

How can archaeology bolster our faith and enhance our understanding of the Bible?

Podcast: How to Create a Plan for Family Worship (David Murray)

Why and how should we implement a routine of family worship? What are the reasons it's hard for families to remain consistent and see fruit?

Podcast: Where Is God in Suffering? (Ligon Duncan)

How can Christians can face profound life-changing suffering with their faith intact and find encouragement from God's word in the midst of a season of intense pain?

Podcast: Rethinking Multiservice and Multisite Church (Jonathan Leeman)

Do multiservice and multisite church models run counter to the pattern for the local church we see in the New Testament?

Podcast: Does Jesus Really Like Me? (Dane Ortlund)

What does Scripture say about God's disposition towards us as redeemed sinners? What does it mean that Jesus is "gentle and lowly in heart"?

Podcast: The Scoundrels of Scripture (Nancy Guthrie)

What can we learn from some of the less well-loved characters of Scripture? Why is Jesus's scandalous family tree good news for sinners like us?

Podcast: Gracefully Dealing with Doctrinal Disagreement (Gavin Ortlund)

What should Christians do when they disagree over doctrine?

Podcast: Are You Aware of Your Own Blind Spots? (Collin Hansen)

What problems with our lives, priorities, and even theology do we not recognize? What would it look like to wake up to our own blind spots and to lovingly engage with those with whom we disagree?

Podcast: How to Become a Better Bible Reader (Phil Ryken)

What are the literary qualities of Scripture and why should we not just read the Bible for what it says, but for how it says it?

Podcast: A Christian Doctor’s Guide to Thinking about Coronavirus (Bob Cutillo, MD)

A Christian doctor discusses the current coronavirus pandemic, explaining what's currently happening in the US and around the world and offering perspective on how we should think about this virus.

Podcast: How to Plan Your Next Sermon Series (Tim Patrick)

How should a pastor plan a sermon series? Tim Patrick highlights his own process for conceptualizing, scheduling, and studying for a new series.

Podcast: 8 Questions to Ask Every Time You Open Your Bible (Matthew Harmon)

Questions we should ask when studying the Bible to help us get at the true meaning of Scripture, and how to apply it to our lives today.

Podcast: The Danger in Being a Self-Made Woman (Jen Oshman)

What does it look like to pursue real fulfillment in God, rather than in ourselves? And what's wrong with the self-obsessed, individualistic culture that dominates our world today?

Podcast: Are Christians Obligated to Give 10%? (Sam Storms)

What does the Bible teaches about tithing? Are Christians still obligated to give 10% of their income today?

Podcast: The Freeing Reality that You Are Not Enough (Jen Wilkin)

Jen Wilkin discusses God-given limits as created beings, reflecting on why the common refrain that we should look inside ourselves for meaning and purpose is so misguided.

Podcast: Navigating Conflict in Marriage (Christopher Ash)

Christopher Ash shares biblical wisdom and practical advice for couples working through disagreements related to money, sex, and kids.

Podcast: Is the Church Facing a Discipleship Crisis? (Ajith Fernando)

Has the church neglected one-on-one discipleship? Why should an emphasis on this kind of intensive discipleship be recaptured today?

Podcast: Are We Undervaluing the Lord’s Supper? (Tim Chester)

Do evangelical churches undervalue communion? What's the significance of the fact that Jesus gave us the physical elements of bread and wine?

Podcast: Common Misconceptions about Heaven (Ian Smith)

Ian Smith discusses what the New Heavens and New Earth will be like when Jesus returns.

Podcast: The Human Need to Connect (Ed Welch)

Ed Welch discusses the human need for relationship, reflecting on the epidemic of loneliness in our world today, and offering advice for the person who feels God is distant.

Podcast: Help! I Hate My Job (Jim Hamilton)

Jim Hamilton discusses what to do when you hate your job, offering encouragement for those frustrated in their work and explaining the difference between a job and a vocation.

Podcast: How to Read the Bible Every Day in 2020 (David Mathis)

David Mathis discusses how anyone can make Bible reading a habit in 2020, reflecting on the pros and cons of New Year's resolutions and offering practical advice on making a plan to read the Bible every day.

Podcast: Distinguishing Christmas Tradition from Truth (Andreas Köstenberger)

Andreas Köstenberger explores how to distinguish fact from fiction when it comes to the Christmas story, discussing the real date of Jesus's birth, the wise men and the star, and key Old Testament prophecies and allusions surrounding the incarnation.

Podcast: Navigating Grief during the Holidays (Nancy Guthrie)

Nancy Guthrie discusses dealing with grief over the holidays and how God used suffering in her own life to teach her about his healing grace.

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.

Podcast: How to Do Family Worship During the Holidays (Don Whitney)

How can you help your family not lose sight of God and the gospel during the holidays and build in a rhythm of regularly worshiping him together?

Podcast: Complementarianism Is Not about Competency (John Piper)

John Piper discusses complementarianism, with both personal and practical implications, and how we should think about it in the #MeToo era.

Podcast: The Man behind Calvinism (Derek Thomas)

Derek Thomas discusses John Calvin's enduring legacy, reflecting on the importance of predestination in hius theology and describing what it would have been like to have Calvin as your pastor.

Podcast: Are Angels and Demons Still Active Today?

What does the Bible really teach about angels, demons, and Satan, and what have we implicitly adopted from culture?

Podcast: Is Evangelicalism out of Touch with Church History? (Gavin Ortlund)

Have Protestant Evangelicals lost our connection to church history? How can we embrace our heritage and appreciate how to learn from past Christians?

Podcast: What Do Protestant Evangelicals and Roman Catholics Disagree About? (Michael Reeves)

Michael Reeves discusses what the Protestant Reformation was really all about and whether or not is it still relevant today.

Podcast: Common Misconceptions about the Trinity (Fred Sanders)

Fred Sanders explains why the doctrine of the Trinity is essential to the gospel, highlights why Trinitarian analogies are of limited value, and responds to the charge that three-in-one is inherently illogical.

Podcast: Prayer as an Invitation, Not an Obligation (John Onwuchekwa)

In this episode, John Onwuchekwa discusses how prayer can deepen our relationship with God instead of being a source of guilt.

Podcast: C. S. Lewis on Truth, Beauty, and the Human Heart (Joe Rigney)

Joe Rigney explores the legacy of one of the most beloved Christian thinkers and writers of the 20th century.

Podcast: Can Christians Lose Their Salvation? (Dennis Johnson)

Dennis Johnson discusses Hebrews 6:4–6, one of the New Testament's most famous—and debated—warning passages.

Podcast: How to Intentionally Disciple Your Kids (Lindsey Carlson)

Lindsey Carlson discusses what it looks like for parents to thoughtfully disciple teenagers during a pivotal point in their lives.

Podcast: The Unlikely Legacy of Jonathan Edwards (Dane Ortlund)

Dane Ortlund looks back on the life and theology of famed pastor-theologian, Jonathan Edwards, gleaning wisdom that we can learn from him nearly 300 years later.

Podcast: God’s Sovereignty, Pastoral Burnout, and Racism (John Piper)

John Piper discusses God's sovereignty, pastoral burnout, and the sin of racism.

Podcast: Were the First Christians Socialists? (Greg Forster)

How should believers think about the global economy and what practical difference should our beliefs make in the way that we spend and live?

Podcast: How Reliable Is the New Testament? (Peter Williams)

Peter Williams, author of Can We Trust the Gospels? answers a crucial question: can we really trust the New Testament Gospels?

Podcast: The Truth about Satan and Demons (Iain Duguid)

What does the Bible really teaches us about the devil and how can we avoid overestimating or underestimating his impact on the world?

Podcast: What It Takes to Persevere as a Pastor (John MacArthur)

Seasoned pastor, John MacArthur, reflects on what it takes for a pastor to persevere through the challenges of a long and faithful ministry.

Podcast: The Heart of the Abortion Debate (Scott Klusendorf)

Scott Klusendorf discusses abortion and the current state of the pro-life movement, highlighting the biggest mistakes pro-life people make and responding to common pro-choice arguments.

Podcast: What We Often Get Wrong about Our Emotions (J. Alasdair Groves)

In this episode, Alasdair Groves discusses what the Bible teaches about our emotions and how Christians should think about and deal with the full range of them.

Podcast: Why Church History Matters (Justin Taylor)

Justin Taylor reflects on the immense importance of church history, highlighting why it’s important to make time for it alongside our study of the Bible.

Podcast: The Rewarding Risks of Church Membership (Thabiti Anyabwile)

Thabiti Anyabwile reflects on the value and benefits of local church membership, showing what the Bible really teaches about the idea of formal membership.

Podcast: The Surprising Power of Lament (Mark Vroegop)

Mark Vroegop shares his family’s story of loss and grief, recounting how God used that experience to introduce him to the biblical concept of lament.

Podcast: How to Date Your Wife (Justin Buzzard)

Justin Buzzard offers advice for husbands eager to love and serve their wives on a daily basis.

Podcast: A Trauma Surgeon’s Guide to Modern Medicine and the End of Life (Kathryn Butler, MD)

Kathryn Butler, MD shares from her experiences working as a trauma surgeon in an ICU and offers biblical wisdom for walking alongside loved ones at the end of life.

Podcast: Verses That Changed My Life (John Piper)

John Piper reflects on key verses that have had a huge impact on his life and helped him grasp the connection between our joy and God’s glory.

Podcast: The Gospel’s Global Advance (Tim Keesee)

Tim Keesee shares from his own experiences as a missions journalist about the reality of persecution and the best way to approach a short-term mission trip.

Podcast: Calvinism 101 (Kevin DeYoung)

What are the five points of Calvinism really about and how can we believe them, while maintaining gracious humility towards others who don't?

Podcast: The False Messages Facing Women Today (Lydia Brownback)

What messages are Christian women hearing and imbibing from culture, and what does the Bible have to say?

Podcast: Why You Probably Need a Digital Detox (Tony Reinke)

Tony Reinke reflects on how to do a digital detox, why we should be careful with our social media habits, and what the massive success of the new Avengers film can teach us about our media saturated world.

Podcast: Christians, the LGBTQ Community, and the Call to Hospitality (Rosaria Butterfield)

Rosaria Butterfield encourages us to engage our LGBTQ neighbors for Christ, highlighting how God used the radically ordinary hospitality of Christians to draw her to himself.

Podcast: Womanhood and the Bible (Abigail Dodds)

We need kindness and grace when discussing womanhood—even with those within the church. In this episode, Abigail Dodds offers wise, biblically based advice.

Podcast: Is Singleness Superior to Marriage? (Sam Allberry)

Culture often idolizes romance and intimacy. In this episode of The Crossway Podcast, Sam Allberry offers insight on the value and unique gifts of singleness.

Podcast: Is Christianity on the Decline? (Rebecca McLaughlin)

Secular culture often takes issue with various beliefs held by conservative Christians. In this episode, Rebecca McLaughlin responds to two of the most common.

Podcast: How to Read the Old Testament in a Christ-Centered Way (Bryan Chapell)

The Old Testament can feel confusing and intimidating. In this episode, we hear from Bryan Chapell about how reading it with an eye on the gospel helps us understand it better.

Podcast: Parenting in Light of the Gospel (Paul Tripp)

Paul Tripp shares how raising children often exposes the idols of our own hearts—and gives us the opportunity to rely on the power of Christ.

Podcast: Why Every Christian Should Care about Adoption (Russell Moore)

Russell Moore shares his own family’s adoption journey, explaining why adoption is important for all Christians—even those who never actually adopt.

Podcast: How to Study the Bible (Jen Wilkin)

In this episode of The Crossway Podcast, we chat with Jen Wilkin about the importance of developing a habit of Bible study in various seasons of life.

Podcast: The Danger of Burnout and How to Avoid It (David Murray)

In this interview, David Murray discusses the all-too-common problem of burnout—its causes, warning signs, and effects . . . and how to avoid it.