

TGC Podcast
The Gospel Coalition
The Gospel Coalition Podcast features keynote and breakout sessions from our national, regional, and women's conferences. We exist to equip the next generation of believers, pastors, and church leaders to shape life and ministry around the gospel.
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Sep 26, 2025 • 46min
Practical Help for Parenting in the Early Years
Emily Jensen, co-founder of Risen Motherhood, shares her wisdom on gospel-centered parenting, while Laura Wifler offers practical rhythms for families. Ginger Blomberg, a seasoned homeschooling mom, provides insights on chores and discipline techniques. The trio tackles screen time strategies, age-appropriate chores, and balancing marriage amidst parenting chaos. They discuss managing family rules, handling parenting in public, and essential tips for sleep and discipline while reminding mothers to embrace their identity in Christ.

Sep 19, 2025 • 47min
Cultural Apologetics 101
Cultural apologetics involves understanding and addressing cultural narratives and longings, rather than just intellectual arguments. In this panel discussion recorded at TGC25, Trevin Wax, Keith Plummer, Andrew Wilson, and Rebecca McLaughlin discuss how to effectively use cultural apologetics as a tool for discipleship and evangelism. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Sep 12, 2025 • 53min
Tim Keller on Getting Out of Egypt (And Bondage to Sin)
Tim Keller, an influential pastor and theologian, shares profound insights on Exodus 4 and the Red Sea crossing. He discusses salvation as liberation from various forms of bondage, emphasizing grace as the pathway to freedom. Keller draws parallels between Moses and Jesus, illustrating how true faith is rooted in reliance on God. He explains the transformation that grace brings and the ongoing struggle between spiritual freedom and sin. This thought-provoking conversation invites listeners to embrace a deeper understanding of their faith journey.

Sep 5, 2025 • 43min
Pro-Life from Womb to Tomb
This panel discussion, recorded live at TGCW24 considers the importance of human dignity as we seek to develop an all-encompassing approach to valuing life. Join Missie Branch, Portia Collins, Lauren McAfee, and Bri Stensrud for a thoughtful conversation on compassion, respect, and protection for human life from conception to natural death. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 29, 2025 • 48min
Theology of Rest
Amy Gannett, founder of Tiny Theologians, and Gretchen Saffles, founder of Well-Watered Women, delve into the essential theme of rest in the Christian faith. They explore how understanding God's nature shapes our identity and invites us to embrace divine rest. The discussion traces the biblical theology of rest from creation to completion, highlighting the contrast between God’s purposeful rest and societal pressures. They also emphasize the importance of acknowledging human limitations and finding peace in Christ’s completed work.

Aug 22, 2025 • 1h 4min
Don Carson: Be Faithful and Flexible in Gospel Proclamation
Don Carson discusses the concept of flexibility in gospel proclamation based on 1 Corinthians 9:19-23. He explains how Paul adapted his message to different audiences, emphasizing the need to win people to Christ without compromising the gospel. Carson considers John Travis's "C1 to C6 spectrum" of Christ-centered communities in light of Paul's message, and highlights the importance of flexibility in evangelism while maintaining the integrity of the gospel message. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 8, 2025 • 45min
Loving the Church When You've Been Hurt
Join Irene Sun, a TGC Women's Conference speaker, Karen Hodge, and Ruth Chou Simons as they tackle the painful topic of church hurt. They share personal stories and explore how to navigate hurt with a gospel-centered approach. The conversation emphasizes the importance of prayer, humility, and accountability in the healing process. They discuss the emotional complexities of church relationships and advocate for reconciliation while urging listeners to ground their connections in biblical teachings. Despite its flaws, they remind us why the church remains a space for hope and healing.

Aug 1, 2025 • 46min
Encouragement for Ministry Wives
Are you the wife of a pastor, elder, or seminary student? We want you to know you’re not alone in this unique calling. In this episode from TGC’s 2024 Women’s Conference, Kristie Anyabwile, Christine Hoover, Glenna Marshall, and Kristen Wetherell share an encouraging conversation about loving Jesus and his church, supporting our husbands, and enduring faithfully in ministry. They discuss cultivating a personal walk with Christ, building authentic friendships, navigating marriage and parenting in the spotlight, and embracing Sabbath rest to guard against burnout—offering ministry wives biblical wisdom and hope for the road ahead. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Jul 25, 2025 • 53min
Building Cross-Cultural Competence Through Holistic Discipleship
Loving others and communicating respectfully across differences isn’t easy—sometimes it’s not even something we want to do. It’s far more comfortable to stay in circles of sameness than to engage those with different beliefs, backgrounds, and perspectives. In this breakout session from TGC’s 2024 Women’s Conference, Vanessa Hawkins explains how growing in cross-cultural competence is not just helpful for communication—it’s a key part of our spiritual formation as disciples of Christ. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 18, 2025 • 54min
Fighting the Good Fight (2 Tim. 4:6–22)
Ligon Duncan, a prominent pastor and theologian known for his insights on the pastoral epistles, encourages a return to foundational teachings in church ministry. He critiques the dangers of theological liberalism and disconnected methodologies. Duncan emphasizes the importance of enduring faithfulness, studying diligently, and fostering gospel community. He reflects on the loneliness in ministry while urging perseverance and boldness in sharing one’s faith. His insights highlight God’s grace as a source of strength amid challenges, reaffirming the significance of Scripture in the Christian life.