Articles on Trials and Suffering

An Interview with Philip Ryken

Justin Taylor sits down with Philip Ryken to discuss his new book.

Podcast: How the Psalms Act as a Model for Prayer, Lament, and Praise (Winfree Brisley and Sharonda Cooper)

Sharonda Cooper and Winfree Brisley talk about the way that the Psalms shape our prayer life, teach us about God, and show us to turn to him in any of life’s circumstances.

False Security

Lydia Brownback

Just because we assent to the truth that God is our rock does not mean we fully believe that truth.

Podcast: How to Talk to Your Kids About Suffering (Beth M. Broom, LPC)

Beth Broom discusses talking to children about who and where God is in the midst of suffering and how parents can teach children based on a theological foundation.

Nancy Guthrie's Story of Hope in the Midst of Grief

In the midst of Nancy Guthrie's incredible pain, God was at work.

Video: Collin Hansen on Identifying Our Blind Spots

Justin Taylor talks with author Collin Hansen about how Christians can view their differences as opportunities to more effectively engage a needy world with the love of Christ.

Paul David Tripp's "A Shelter in the Time of Storm"

Check out this video clip with Paul Tripp about his new book, A Shelter in the Time of Storm.

Video: Disability and the Gospel

"Why do we in the evangelical church in the West demand that everyone be “normal” and look the same? Why do we as a culture try so hard (and succeed so well!) at hiding people …

Podcast: Suffering and Sovereignty in the Story of Joseph (John Lennox)

In this podcast Dr. John Lennox unpacks the story of Joseph, exploring the unforgettable ways that Joseph’s life portrays the relationship between forgiveness and repentance.

Podcast: Get to Know Your Favorite Theologians’ Favorite Poet (Stephen Witmer)

Dr. Stephen Witmer discusses how reading George Herbert’s poetry is a way to shepherd our souls, live counter-culturally, and see Christ differently.

Podcast: On Christmas: The Best of ‘The Crossway Podcast’

Take a look back through the years of The Crossway Podcast at some of the best insights from our guests about the importance, beauty, and hope of Christmas.

Podcast: Misconceptions About Persecution in the Church  (Matt Rhodes)

Matt Rhodes discusses what persecution looks like today and how this has affected missionaries and the global church.