The Crossway Podcast

A few weeks ago, we asked people to send in questions related to what it looks like to stay motivated and excited about reading the Bible in every season of life. We received lots of questions from around the world about everything from keeping our Bible reading time fresh, to making time for God's Word as a busy parent, to engaging with Scripture when we're struggling with grief. Kristen Wetherell is a wife, mother, writer, and speaker. She is the author of several books, including 'Help for the Hungry Soul: Eight Encouragements to Grow Your Appetite for God's Word'.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 Jon Nielson, entitled, "6 Ideas for Thinking about Halloween with Your Kids".Jon Nielson serves as the senior pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church (PCA) in Wheaton, Illinois. He is also coeditor of the book 'Gospel-Centered Youth Ministry'.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 this episode, Trillia Newbell discusses the desire in all of us for friendship and how that is ultimately fulfilled in Jesus.Trillia Newbell is the acquisitions director at Moody Publishers and the author of numerous books including 'Jesus and the Gift of Friendship'.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 Rosaria Butterfield, entitled, "5 Lies Our Culture Is Telling Us".Rosaria Butterfield is an author, pastor’s wife, homeschool mom, and former professor of English and women’s studies at Syracuse University. She is the author of 'Five Lies of Our Anti-Christian Age'.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 this episode, Andrew Wilson shares about how the year 1776 shaped the world we know today and why it is important for every Christian to think about the way they interpret history.Andrew Wilson is the teaching pastor at King’s Church London and a columnist for Christianity Today. He is the author of several books, including 'Remaking the World: How 1776 Created the Post-Christian West'.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!

In today's episode, Ray Ortlund and Sam Allberry discuss how to recognize if your church is spiritually sick and what you can do about it.Ray Orland and Sam Albury are both pastors at Immanuel Nashville Church and canon theologians with the Anglican Church in North America. They're both authors of numerous books, including their newest book together 'You're Not Crazy: Gospel Sanity for Weary Churches'.Read the full transcript of this episode.Check out Paul Tripp's previous interview mentioned in this episode: "What You Believe About God's Sovereignty Matters for Real Life (Paul Tripp)"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 Jen Oshman, entitled, "An Open Letter to Women Straining under the Burden of Expectations".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, and the author of 'Cultural Counterfeits: Confronting 5 Empty Promises of Our Age and How We Were Made for So Much More'.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 this episode, Paul Tripp shares his heart for the church and offers encouragement to Christians that loving God includes loving his people.Paul David Tripp is a pastor, award-winning author, and international conference speaker. His nonprofit ministry exists to connect the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life. He has written numerous books, including 'Sunday Matters: 52 Devotionals to Prepare Your Heart for Church'.Read the full transcript of this episode.Check out Paul Tripp's previous interview mentioned in this episode: "What You Believe About God's Sovereignty Matters for Real Life (Paul Tripp)"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 Kristen Wetherell, entitled, '5 Myths about Quiet Time'.Kristen Wetherell is a wife, mother, writer, and speaker. She is the author of several books, including 'Help for the Hungry Soul: Eight Encouragements to Grow Your Appetite for God's Word'.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 this episode, Jeremy Treat addresses the common questions that come up in regard to the doctrine of atonement. He walks through this commonly misunderstood doctrine and shares how it can and should impact your daily life.Jeremy Treat is a pastor for preaching and vision at Reality LA, a church in Los Angeles, California. He is also an adjunct professor of theology at Biola University and is the author of 'The Atonement: An Introduction'.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!