In this episode, Hans Mudueme unpacks the warfare narrative between science and faith. Hans Madueme is a professor of theological studies at Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, Georgia, and an editorial board member for Themelios. He is also the author of 'Does Science Make God Irrelevant?' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “Has Christianity Really Caused More Harm Than Good in the World?” with Sharon James: Apple Podcasts | ...
Jun 30, 2025•37 min•Ep. 339
In this episode, Champ Thornton offers wisdom to parents on how to handle the tough questions kids ask regarding salvation. Champ Thornton is the director of children and family resources at Crossway and the author of numerous books for kids and families. He is also the author of '10 Questions About Salvation: 30 Devotions for Kids, Teens, and Families' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “If You Don’t Catechize Your Kids, the World Will” with Kevin D...
Jun 23, 2025•35 min•Ep. 338
Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Doug O'Donnell entitled "5 Things We Know About Christ’s Second Coming." Douglas O’Donnell is the senior vice president of Bible editorial at Crossway. Over the past twenty-five years, he has helped train people around the world to read and teach the Bible clearly. He is also the author of 'Expository Reflections on the Gospels, Volume 3: Mark' from Crossway. Read the essay here. Complete this survey for a free audiobook by ...
Jun 18, 2025•14 min
In today's very special episode, we take a look back into The Crossway Podcast archives and put together our favorite clips of authors talking on the topic of Christ's second coming. Check out the interviews featured in the episode below: ❖ What Is the Mark of the Beast? (Thomas Schreiner) | Apple Podcasts | Spotify ❖ John Piper Answers Common Questions about the Second Coming (John Piper) | Apple Podcasts | Spotify ❖ Why You Shouldn't Be Afraid of the Book of Revelation (Nancy Guthrie) ...
Jun 16, 2025•34 min•Ep. 337
In this episode, Matt McCullough shares why the promise of heaven is an incredible gift for Christians today. Matt McCullough is the pastor of Edgefield Church in Nashville, Tennessee, and the author of 'Remember Heaven: Meditations on the World to Come for Life in the Meantime' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “How Confronting Death Helps Us Live” with Matt McCullough: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube If you enjoyed t...
Jun 09, 2025•42 min•Ep. 336
Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Sam Allberry entitled "5 Myths about Body Image." Sam Allberry is the associate pastor at Immanuel Nashville. He is the author of various books, including 'What God Has to Say about Our Bodies: How the Gospel Is Good News for Our Physical Selves' from Crossway. Read the essay here. Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung! If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the w...
Jun 04, 2025•11 min
In this episode, Drew Martin walks us through the life of theologian Francis Grimké, from his enslavement to his life as a minister during the Civil Rights Movement. Drew Martin is an associate professor of systematic theology at Covenant Theological Seminary. He has served several churches as a pastor and as a church planter, and is the author of "Grimké on the Christian Life: Christian Vitality for the Church and World" from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen ...
Jun 02, 2025•41 min•Ep. 335
In this episode, Colleen Searcy walks through the stories of seven lesser-known women in Scripture. Colleen D. Searcy is a Bible teacher, speaker, and creator of the Meet Me in the Bible study series. She is on staff at the Village Church in Flower Mound, Texas, and leads workshops for churches across the country. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “Delighting in the Ten Commandments” with Jen Wilkin: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube If you enjoyed th...
May 26, 2025•39 min•Ep. 334
In this episode, Matt Smethurst shares about Tim Keller's lasting impact and what Christians can still learn from his life and messages. Matt Smethurst is the lead pastor of River City Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia. He is the author of several books, including 'Tim Keller on the Christian Life: The Transforming Power of the Gospel' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “The Life and Legacy of J. I. Packer” with Sam Storms: Apple Podcasts | Spotify...
May 19, 2025•35 min•Ep. 333
Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Matt Smethurst entitled "The Most Powerful Message Tim Keller Ever Preached." Matt Smethurst is the lead pastor of River City Baptist Church in Richmond, Virginia. He is the author of several books, including 'Tim Keller on the Christian Life: The Transforming Power of the Gospel' from Crossway. Read the essay here. Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung! If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us ...
May 19, 2025•15 min
In this episode, Matthew Bingham shares why habits of spiritual formation are so important for the Christian faith by looking at the lives of the Puritans. Matthew C. Bingham is vice president of academic affairs and associate professor of church history at Phoenix Seminary in Scottsdale, Arizona. He is also the author of 'A Heart Aflame for God: A Reformed Approach to Spiritual Formation' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “Disciplines of a Godly Man” with ...
May 12, 2025•42 min•Ep. 332
Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Kevin Emmert entitled "Why Do We Get Baptized One Time but Take Communion Many Times?" Kevin Emmert is an academic book editor at Crossway and the author of 'The Water and the Blood: How the Sacraments Shape Christian Identity' from Crossway. Read the essay here. Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung! If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spread the word about the show!...
May 07, 2025•11 min
In this episode, Katie Faris encourages moms to take comfort in God's attributes. Katie Faris is the author of 'Every Hour I Need You: 30 Meditations for Moms on the Character of God' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “The Unexpected Sorrows of Motherhood” with Katie Faris: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube 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 audioboo...
May 05, 2025•34 min•Ep. 331
In this episode, Kristen Wetherell discusses the importance of helping young girls find their identity and self-worth in God rather than culture. Kristen Wetherell is a wife, mother, writer, and speaker. She is the author of several books, including 'What Makes You Beautiful: 20 Daily Devotions for Girls' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “Your Kids Are Already Theologians, So Give Them Good Theology” with Kristen Wetherell: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube I...
Apr 28, 2025•33 min•Ep. 330
Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Lydia Brownback entitled "If I Believe Jesus Has Forgiven My Sins, Why Do I Still Feel Guilty?". Lydia Brownback is a regular speaker at conferences and events. She is also the author of several books, including 'Flourish: How the Love of Christ Frees Us from Self-Focus' from Crossway. Read the essay here. Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung! If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which hel...
Apr 23, 2025•19 min
In this episode, Brett McCracken and Ivan Mesa discuss how our phone addictions impact our spiritual lives. Brett McCracken is a senior editor, and Ivan Mesa is the editorial director at the Gospel Coalition. Together, they edited 'Scrolling Ourselves to Death: Reclaiming Life in a Digital Age' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “Why You Can’t Stop Looking at Your Phone” with Samuel James: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube If you enjoyed this episode, be sure t...
Apr 21, 2025•47 min•Ep. 329
In this episode, David Gibson discusses the surprising clarity that Ecclesiastes brings to our lives. David Gibson is minister of Trinity Church in Aberdeen, Scotland. He is also the author of 'Living Life Backward: How Ecclesiastes Teaches Us to Live in Light of the End' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “A Closer Look at One of the Most Famous Chapters of the Bible” with David Gibson: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to ...
Apr 14, 2025•40 min•Ep. 329
Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Katie Faris entitled "The Secret of Contentment in Motherhood". Katie Faris is a contributing writer to several blogs including the Gospel Coalition and the Focused Pastor. She is also the author of 'God Is Still Good: Gospel Hope and Comfort for the Unexpected Sorrows of Motherhood' from Crossway. Read the essay here. Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung! If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a revi...
Apr 09, 2025•17 min
In this episode, Kevin DeYoung shares about the history and importance of the Nicene Creed. Kevin DeYoung is the senior pastor at Christ Covenant Church in Matthews, North Carolina, and associate professor of systematic theology at Reformed Theological Seminary, Charlotte. He is also the author of 'The Nicene Creed: What You Need to Know about the Most Important Creed Ever Written' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “Calvinism 101” with Kevin DeYoung: Apple Podc...
Apr 07, 2025•50 min•Ep. 328
In this episode, Caleb Morell walks through the history of Capitol Hill Baptist Church and shares its unique impact on evangelicalism from a significant location. Caleb Morell is an assistant pastor at Capitol Hill Baptist Church and a doctoral student in historical theology at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is also the author of 'A Light on the Hill: The Surprising Story of How a Local Church in the Nation's Capital Influenced Evangelicalism' from Crossway. Read the full transcript...
Mar 31, 2025•32 min•Ep. 327
Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Sam Storms entitled "10 Questions about Spiritual Gifts." Sam Storms is the founder and president of Enjoying God Ministries and serves on the council of the Gospel Coalition. He is also the author of 'Tough Topics: Biblical Answers to 25 Challenging Questions' from Crossway. Read the essay here. Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung! If you enjoyed this episode be sure to leave us a review, which helps us spre...
Mar 26, 2025•11 min
In this episode, Ray Ortlund walks through four ways we can hit rock bottom and offers hope for those who find themselves there. Ray Ortlund is the president of Renewal Ministries, the pastor to pastors at Immanuel Church in Nashville, and a canon theologian with the Anglican Church in North America. He is also the author of 'Good News at Rock Bottom: Finding God When the Pain Goes Deep and Hope Seems Lost' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “How to Endure Inexp...
Mar 24, 2025•34 min•Ep. 326
In today's episode, Zach Carter and Jonathan Arnold share the value of written prayers and walk through four prayers from historical church eras that they love. Jonathan Arnold is an Associate Professor of Theological Studies at Cedarville University, and Zach Carter is the Senior Pastor of Redeemer Church in Huntsville, Alabama. They are also co-editors of 'Cloud of Witnesses: A Treasury of Prayers and Petitions through the Ages' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen...
Mar 17, 2025•54 min•Ep. 325
Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by David Helm entitled "3 Convictions You Need to Have Before You Teach the Bible". David Helm serves as senior pastor of Christ Church Chicago. He also serves as chairman of the board of directors for the Charles Simeon Trust, an organization that promotes practical instruction in preaching. He is the author of 'How Can I Begin to Teach the Bible?' from Crossway. Read the essay here. Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin...
Mar 12, 2025•13 min
In this episode, Timothy Paul Jones responds to the most common objections to the resurrection and shares why they fall short. Timothy Paul Jones is vice president for doctoral studies; professor of Christian family ministry; and chair of the department of apologetics, ethics, and philosophy at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is also the author of 'Did the Resurrection Really Happen?' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “How to Respond to Common Arg...
Mar 10, 2025•34 min•Ep. 324
In this episode, Collin Hansen explores how to reconcile the existence of evil and suffering in the world with a good God. Collin Hansen is the vice president for content and editor in chief for the Gospel Coalition and the executive director of the Keller Center for Cultural Apologetics. He is also the author of 'Where Is God in a World with So Much Evil?' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “Is Christianity on the Decline?” with Rebecca McLaughlin: Apple Podcas...
Mar 03, 2025•34 min•Ep. 323
Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Jonathan Gibson entitled "Help! My Daily Worship Feels Stale". Jonathan Gibson is an ordained minister in the International Presbyterian Church, United Kingdom, and associate professor of Old Testament at Westminster Theological Seminary in Philadelphia. He is also the author of 'Be Thou My Vision: A Liturgy for Daily Worship' from Crossway. Read the essay here. Complete this survey for a free audiobook by Kevin DeYoung! If you enj...
Feb 26, 2025•12 min
In this episode, Daniel Stevens unpacks everything that we know and don't know about the biblical figure Melchizedek. Daniel Stevens is an assistant professor of New Testament Interpretation at Boyce College, the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is also the author of 'Songs of the Son: Reading the Psalms with the Author of Hebrews' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “Reading the Psalms with Jesus in View” with Dane Ortlund: Apple Podcasts | Spotify | Yo...
Feb 24, 2025•36 min•Ep. 322
In this episode, Kathryn Butler shares her experience writing The Dreamkeeper Saga and encourages Christians to steward their daydreams for the glory of God. Kathryn Butler trained in surgery and critical care at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School, where she then joined the faculty. She is also the author of the Dream Keeper Saga which just concluded with the fifth and final book 'The Last Keeper'. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “Dragons, Absent Fath...
Feb 17, 2025•33 min•Ep. 321
Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Christian Walker entitled "How (and How Not) to Talk with Your Kids about Sexuality". Christian Walker is an accomplished curriculum writer and educator with experience both directing a large children’s ministry in a local church setting as well as spending numerous years in elementary education. She is also the co-author of 'What Do I Say When . . . ?: A Parent's Guide to Navigating Cultural Chaos for Children and Teens' from Cros...
Feb 12, 2025•9 min
