Ask Paul Tripp is a weekly podcast resource from Paul Tripp Ministries. Each week, pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions about anything and everything, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life in the process. In this episode, Paul responds to a thoughtful question from a young listener who wants to help others grow in their faith, even when they’re much older than she is. If you have a question you'd like to ask Paul, you can email a...
May 09, 2025•19 min
This week, Paul explains how human communication began with God, who spoke creation into existence. But when Satan twisted language to challenge God’s authority, our words were corrupted. Yet through Christ, we find both forgiveness and the power to speak with grace once again. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook,...
May 07, 2025•6 min
Are you experiencing grief, trials, or tests that come from the hand of a loving God? In today’s episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Elect Exiles , from 1 Peter. In this message, Paul unpacks Peter’s metaphor of metallurgy and explains how, in moments of suffering, we all choose to preach one of two gospels to ourselves: the gospel of temporary self-glory or the gospel of uncomfortable grace. To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons ....
May 06, 2025•31 min
“Unless I see... I will never believe.” Much like Thomas, we’ve all wrestled with doubts about God’s existence and the reality of Christ’s resurrection. Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time , our year-long journey through the Gospel of John, Paul unpacks the familiar story of "Doubting Thomas" and reveals that it’s not primarily about Thomas’s doubt, but about Jesus’ gracious response to it. For more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John ....
May 05, 2025•7 min
“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 5:14–16). What does it look like to live as light in your neighborhood, shining the bright truth of Jesus to those living in darkness? In this new episode of The Connectin...
May 03, 2025•1 hr 58 min
Ask Paul Tripp is a weekly podcast resource from Paul Tripp Ministries. Each week, pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions about anything and everything, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life in the process. In this episode, Paul answers this question: "If a client sues my company due to their own mismanagement, is it biblically right to defend ourselves in court, especially when the ordeal is unjust and puts our employees’ liveliho...
May 02, 2025•13 min
On the first day of each month, we release Grace + Knowledge , a more in-depth article from Paul that allows him to expand on biblical truths beyond his weekly Wednesday’s Word . Our prayer is that this resource helps you “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen” (2 Peter 3:18). In this month’s Grace + Knowledge , Paul challenges our understanding of “work-life balance” by inviting us to view life through ...
May 01, 2025•11 min
This week, Paul explores the often-overlooked power of our words and how even everyday talk carries significant weight, capable of building up or tearing down relationships. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we’re invited to redeem our speech by aligning it with God’s purpose to bring life. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesda...
Apr 30, 2025•5 min
If you were writing to friends and family members who were suffering, what would you write? In today’s episode, we will begin another sermon series from the archives, Elect Exiles , from 1 Peter. In this inaugural message, Paul unpacks the pastoral wisdom behind the challenges Peter gives to the elect exiles and how we can benefit from these reminders. To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons .
Apr 29, 2025•31 min
As fear and doubt linger behind the locked doors of the shaken disciples, Jesus arrives to bring peace and purpose to these men. Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time , our year-long journey through the Gospel of John, we step into one of the most transformative moments in Scripture: Jesus’ first appearance to His disciples after the resurrection. Paul Tripp reminds us that God doesn’t call the equipped; He equips the called. For more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/Jo...
Apr 28, 2025•7 min
This week, Paul reminds us that no matter how deep our failures or how dark our valleys, God's grace offers us fresh starts and new beginnings. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App. If you’ve been enjoying the Wednesday’s Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps u...
Apr 23, 2025•5 min
It’s one of the darkest and most dangerous delusions a person can believe: “I can do what’s wrong, and it won’t make a difference.” While the confessional theology of the Christian rejects this lie, our everyday choices often tell a different story. In today’s episode, we conclude our sermon series from the archives, Living with Eternity in View . In this message, Paul Tripp teaches on the clear and unavoidable principles of consequence and judgment. To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTri...
Apr 22, 2025•42 min
In one of the most tender and powerful moments of Scripture, the risen Jesus speaks a single word that changes everything: “Mary.” Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time , our year-long journey through the Gospel of John, Paul walks us through Mary Magdalene’s encounter with the resurrected Christ and highlights two truths we can’t afford to miss. To explore more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John ....
Apr 21, 2025•7 min
What holds the entire Bible together? From Genesis to Revelation, there’s one unifying thread running through every page: Jesus. He’s not just a character in the story. He is the story. In this episode, Paul Tripp invites you to read the Bible with fresh eyes, learning to look for Jesus in every passage, every promise, and every plot twist. Whether you're in the Old Testament or the New, you'll discover that all of Scripture points to the Savior.
Apr 19, 2025•27 min
How should we approach the Bible? Not just as readers, but as seekers; like archaeologists digging for ancient treasure, or detectives following clues in a grand narrative. Every page invites us to look deeper, to discover the rich connections woven throughout Scripture. In this episode, Paul Tripp encourages us to read the Bible with curiosity and wonder, tracing the threads that reveal God's sovereignty, wisdom, authority, and grace.
Apr 18, 2025•26 min
What is the Bible, really? It’s not just a collection of ancient texts or moral teachings. It’s the grand, sweeping story of God’s gracious redemption of broken humanity, a story where Christ takes center stage in every chapter and where God breathes His truth into our everyday lives. In this episode, Paul Tripp unpacks these foundational truths to reignite your awe for the Word of God. Whether you’re new to the Bible or have read it for years, this message will inspire you to pick up the Good B...
Apr 17, 2025•24 min
This week, as we approach Good Friday and Easter Sunday, Paul reminds us that although Jesus appeared to be defeated at his crucifixion, he was actually exercising divine power and holy restraint, fully in control and committed to fulfilling God’s redemptive plan. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, an...
Apr 16, 2025•5 min
What really matters to you in this life? It’s easy to give a spiritual-sounding answer, but if someone looked at your everyday moments, your joys and frustrations, what would they say your heart truly values? In today’s episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Living with Eternity in View . In this message, Paul invites us to eavesdrop on eternity and consider how God calls us to realign our priorities today. To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons . Please n...
Apr 15, 2025•56 min
What if the most unbelievable moment in history was actually true? Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time , our year-long journey through the Gospel of John, we turn to John 20. In this passage, we’ll witness the raw, human reactions to the empty tomb and discover the spark of faith that changes everything. To explore more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John .
Apr 14, 2025•7 min
In this week’s Connecting Clip of the Week , Paul sits down with Sam Alberry to discuss what it really means to be in Christ. To hear more of this conversation with Sam, check out The Connecting Podcast Ep. 041 wherever you listen to podcasts.
Apr 11, 2025•13 min
This week, we’ll hear another poem from Paul celebrating the radical ways God intervenes to rescue us from sin and darkness. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App. If you’ve been enjoying the Wednesday’s Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people...
Apr 09, 2025•7 min
Your life hasn’t gone according to your plan. Perhaps even just yesterday didn’t go according to plan. But there’s no need to panic because your story is being written by the One who is wiser and stronger than you. In today’s episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Living with Eternity in View. In this sermon, Paul opens to 1 Peter to offer hope and encouragement, even when life doesn’t seem to make sense. To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons ....
Apr 08, 2025•43 min
Even in Jesus’ burial, every detail fulfills God’s plan. Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time , our year-long journey through the Gospel of John, we turn to John 19. In this passage, we’ll be reminded that Christ’s death was not a defeat but a victory, securing our own future resurrection and eternal life with Him. To explore more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John .
Apr 07, 2025•7 min
We're excited to welcome Sam Allberry back on the Connecting Podcast with Paul for a third time! Sam is a pastor, apologist, author, and speaker. Originally from England, he now lives and pastors in Nashville and is the author of a number of books, including Is God Anti-Gay?; What God Has to Say About Our Bodies; Why Does God Care Who I Sleep With?; and 7 Myths about Singleness. We hope you are blessed by this gospel conversation with our most frequent guest.
Apr 04, 2025•1 hr 59 min
This week, we’ll hear a poem from Paul that reflects on life's unexpected twists and turns and the unwavering faithfulness of God who walks with us through it all. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App. If you’ve been enjoying the Wednesday’s Word podcast, please leave us a review!...
Apr 02, 2025•6 min
On the first day of each month, we release Grace + Knowledge , a more in-depth article from Paul that allows him to expand on biblical truths beyond his weekly Wednesday’s Word . Our prayer is that this resource helps you “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen” (2 Peter 3:18). Today’s Grace + Knowledge article explores the beauty of being connected to God’s people in the church....
Apr 01, 2025•12 min
Every single detail that John recorded about Jesus’s death was intentionally part of God's redemptive plan. Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time, our year-long journey through the Gospel of John, we turn to John 19. In this passage, John’s eyewitness testimony will reassure us that Jesus’ crucifixion was not a random event, but a moment of divine victory. To explore more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John ....
Mar 31, 2025•6 min
In this week’s Connecting Clip of the Week , Paul sits down with Ray Ortlund and Sam Alberry to discuss what it means to truly love your brother by embodying the heart of Jesus. To hear more of this conversation with Ray and Sam, check out The Connecting Podcast Ep. 040 : https://youtu.be/5MzDRAEkji8?si=AmeiJrLl14jDMPO1
Mar 28, 2025•18 min
This week, Paul explores the significance of hyssop in Scripture and reflects on living between the "already" of Christ’s redemptive work and the "not yet" of complete deliverance from sin. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App. If you’ve been enjoying the Wednesday’s Word podcast,...
Mar 26, 2025•5 min
Could a church that boldly preaches the sovereignty of God still operate out of fear? Could someone who publicly proclaims God’s faithfulness secretly struggle with daily anxiety about the future? In today’s episode, we’re continuing our sermon series from the archives, Living with Eternity in View. In this message, Paul teaches from Matthew 6 that when our hearts are set on earthly treasures, worry is inevitable—even though God has promised us an unshakably secure future. To hear more sermons f...
Mar 25, 2025•51 min
