The Crossway Podcast

Andy Naselli, a professor of systematic theology and New Testament, discusses predestination and free will. Topics include explaining predestination using an apple analogy, exploring the parable of the landowner and God's fairness, understanding the complexities of predestination, and the mystery of predestination and free will in Calvinism.

In today's episode, Sharon James discusses Christianity's historical effect on the world, and what that means for the world today.Sharon James works as a social policy analyst for the Christian Institute, United Kingdom. She writes at sharonjames.org. She has traveled to many countries as a conference speaker and he is the author of 'Is Christianity Good for the World?'.Learn more about the Christian Institute.Read the full transcript of this episode.If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show!Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung!

Today, we're pleased to share with you an audio essay written and read by Jamie Dunlop, entitled, "Help! People at Church Are Driving Me Crazy".Jamie Dunlop serves as an associate pastor of Capitol Hill Baptist Church. He is also the author of 'Love the Ones Who Drive You Crazy: Eight Truths for Pursuing Unity in Your Church'.Read the essay here.If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show!

In today's episode, Fred Sanders addresses some of the most common questions Christians have about the Holy Spirit.Fred serves as a professor of theology at the Tory Honors Institute at Biola University and as the author of a number of books including 'The Holy Spirit: An Introduction' which is part of Crossway's Short Studies in Systematic Theology series.Read the full transcript of this episode.If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show!Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung!

Kristen Wetherell, author of children's book series 'For the Bible Tells Me So', discusses the importance of teaching kids theology. She shares practical advice for parents on approaching challenging topics, integrating theology into daily life, and avoiding common mistakes. The podcast also explores the doctrine of God's revelation and the significance of teaching children about it. 'The Bible Tells Me So' is introduced as a series of board books teaching core doctrines of the Christian faith.

Today, we're pleased to share with you an audio essay written and read by Jen Oshman, entitled, "Unpacking 'New Year, New Me'".Jen Oshman has been in women’s ministry for over two decades as a missionary and pastor’s wife on three continents. She’s the mother of four daughters, the author of 'Enough about Me: Find Lasting Joy in the Age of Self'.Read the essay here.If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show!

Andrew Davis encourages Christians that not only is Bible memorization infinitely valuable, but everyone is wholly capable of doing so.Andrew Davis is the senior pastor of First Baptist Church of Durham, North Carolina, and the founder of Two Journeys Ministry. He is also a visiting professor of church history at Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary, a council member of the Gospel Coalition, and a former trustee of the International Mission Board. He is the author of several books, including 'How to Memorize Scripture for Life: From One Verse to Entire Books'.Read the full transcript of this episode.If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show!

Thank you for listening to the Crossway Podcast in 2023. We are happy to present Mike Reeves reading Luke 2 for you and your family this Christmas.To hear more ESV Bible audio, visit ESV.org or download the ESV app for Apple and Android.

In today's episode, David Gibson unpacks Psalm 23 and shares how Jesus is the greatest and promised shepherd.David Gibson is the minister of Trinity Church in Aberdeen, Scotland. He is also the author of 'The Lord of Psalm 23: Jesus Our Shepherd, Companion, and Host'.Read the full transcript of this episode.If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show!

Today, we're pleased to share with you an audio essay written and read by Amy DiMarcangelo, entitled, "Help! I Don’t Know If I’m Doing Enough for Christ".Amy DiMarcangelo is a regular contributor at the Gospel Coalition. She also writes about discipleship, mission, and books at her website, equippedformercy.com. She is also the author of 'Go and Do Likewise: A Call to Follow Jesus in a Life of Mercy and Mission'.Read the essay here.If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show!