In this episode of Wednesday in the Word , Krisan Marotta explores Paul’s bold claim that his ministry as an apostle is more glorious than the ministry of Moses. By comparing the Old and New Covenants, Paul shows that spiritual transformation doesn’t come from the Law but from the work of the Holy Spirit. In this week’s episode, we explore: Why Paul says the law kills, but the Spirit gives life. The symbolic meaning of Moses’ veil and how it relates to hardened hearts. How the Spirit removes the...
Aug 13, 2025•42 min•Season 26Ep. 4
Trying harder won’t fix the human heart, and that’s exactly why the new covenant is such good news. In this episode, Krisan Marotta walks us through 2 Corinthians 3:1-6, where Paul defends his ministry by pointing not to his qualifications, but to the life-giving work of the Spirit. Paul’s confidence doesn’t come from his own strength. It comes from what God is doing through him. In this week’s episode, we explore: Why Paul calls the Corinthians his letter of recommendation. How Paul carefully w...
Aug 06, 2025•Season 26Ep. 4
Paul’s ministry didn’t look successful. He was often rejected, beaten, and misunderstood. But in 2 Corinthians 2:5–17, Paul reminds us that the gospel doesn’t need to be repackaged to be effective. In this week’s episode, we explore: The situation with the man disciplined in Corinth and Paul’s call to forgive him Why Paul delayed his visit and sent a letter instead How Paul viewed himself in God’s triumphal procession The difference between sincere preaching and peddling the gospel What it means...
Jul 30, 2025•37 min•Season 26Ep. 3
When Paul didn’t return to Corinth as expected, some accused him of being unreliable. In 2 Corinthians 1:12–2:4, Paul explains his decision did not result from selfish motives but from pastoral care. His example gives us a window into how mature faith navigates conflict, disappointment, and the hard work of loving others well. In this week’s episode, we explore: Why Paul changed his mind about visiting Corinth. How Paul’s opponents used his change of plans to question his integrity. What Paul me...
Jul 23, 2025•39 min•Season 26Ep. 2
When Paul opens his second letter to the Corinthians, he doesn’t start with doctrine. He starts with suffering, comfort, and prayer. This passage gives us a glimpse into the personal cost of gospel ministry and the beauty of how God uses suffering to encourage others. Paul’s relationship with the Corinthian church was complicated. These opening verses set the tone for a letter that’s both tender and urgent. In this week’s episode, we explore: Why Paul refers to himself as “we” and why it matters...
Jul 16, 2025•47 min•Season 26Ep. 1
Corinth was one of the most influential and morally corrupt cities in the Roman Empire. Yet it became home to a growing church. In this episode, we study Acts 18 to explain how and why Paul founded a church in Corinth, what made Corinth strategic, and how God used unexpected partnerships to advance the gospel. In this week’s episode, we explore: Why Corinth’s geography made it a powerful economic and military hub The city’s cultural identity and its reputation for immorality How Paul met and wor...
Jul 09, 2025•27 min•Season 26Ep. 1
June 2025 Reflections 2 Corinthians: When Church Hurts Season 26 kicks off July 9 What happens when ministry gets messy? Or when people in the church misunderstand, question, or even reject you? In 2 Corinthians, the Apostle Paul opens his heart to a struggling, divided church and shows us what faithful ministry looks like in the midst of conflict. This verse-by-verse podcast series walks through Paul’s most personal letter, filled with truth, grace, and surprising encouragement for anyone walki...
Jun 25, 2025•2 min•Season 26Ep. 1
In this episode, Krisan and David John Marotta present a biblical perspective on money, arguing that it all belongs to God and that we are called to be stewards, not owners. Drawing from Scripture and their extensive experience in financial management, they blend theological insights with practical advice to guide listeners in using money wisely for God’s purposes. They challenge the reluctance to discuss money openly and emphasize intentionally aligning financial decisions with faith. In this w...
May 07, 2025•1 hr 10 min•Season 25Ep. 25
In this episode of the Wednesday in the Word , we summarize the themes of the Gospel of John as we learned in this series. We focus on John 20:30-31 as a lens to understand John’s purpose and the transformative power of belief. In this week’s episode, we explore: The significance of Jesus’ miraculous signs and their role in proving his identity as the Messiah. The critical role of the apostles as eyewitnesses who pass down Jesus’ teachings through written testimony. The theme of belief versus un...
Apr 09, 2025•40 min•Season 25Ep. 24
In this episode of the Wednesday in the Word podcast, we tackle the Upper Room Discourse (John 13-17) where Jesus prepares his disciples for his departure. Jesus addresses both the unique role of his apostles and the universal call for all his followers to live faithfully in his absence. In this week’s episode, we explore: Jesus’ Departure and Return: Jesus announces his leaving but reassures his disciples of his eventual return, offering hope through the promise of his second coming. Commission...
Apr 02, 2025•1 hr•Season 25Ep. 23
Jesus’ ministry shifts toward the cross. Mary’s devotion and the triumphal entry highlight his worthiness, while Judas and the crowd expose the complexity of belief.
Mar 26, 2025•Season 25Ep. 22
Jesus’s raising of Lazarus proves his authority over death, offering us confidence in his promise of eternal life and setting the stage for the cross.
Mar 19, 2025•43 min•Season 25Ep. 21
When Jesus pointed to his works as proof of words, he made the famous claim "I and the Father are one." He is at least claiming to be the Messiah. How much more he's claiming is debated.
Mar 12, 2025•38 min•Season 25Ep. 20
Jesus describes himself as both “the door” to salvation, and “the good shepherd,” who willingly gives his life for his flock.
Mar 05, 2025•28 min•Season 25Ep. 19
In John 9, Jesus heals on the Sabbath again, provoking the Jewish leadership. John highlights a variety of responses to this miracle, contrasting spiritual and physical blindness. The blind man now sees, but more importantly he has faith.
Feb 26, 2025•39 min•Season 25Ep. 18
What does Jesus mean when he says 'before Abraham was, I am?" Traditionally seen as a declaration of divinity, context suggests Jesus intends to highlight his role as the Messiah.
Feb 19, 2025•50 min•Season 25Ep. 17
Jesus came to offer his life to free us from the condemnation that we deserve. Now he add something new: he also came to free us from slavery to sin.
Feb 12, 2025•36 min•Season 25Ep. 16
Many Bibles omit the account of the woman caught in adultery because of questions about its authenticity. Despite these textual debates, the interesting narrative reveals profound truths about grace, humility and judgment.
Feb 05, 2025•26 min•Season 25Ep. 15
Who is Jesus? The people respond with belief, confusion and awe over Jesus' teachings. These responses reflect our complex relationship to truth.
Nov 20, 2024•44 min•Season 25Ep. 14
John 6 opens with two famous miracles: feeding 5,000 people and Jesus walking on water. What makes this chapter intriguing is John does not focus on the miracles, but on their aftermath—the dialogue that follows.
Nov 13, 2024•43 min•Season 25Ep. 13
Jesus heals an invalid on the Sabbath. Instead of marveling at this miracle, the Jewish leaders are incensed by the violation of their strict Sabbath laws.
Nov 06, 2024•45 min•Season 25Ep. 12
While exploring his theme of belief, John teaches us about worship and hungering for God’s will.
Oct 30, 2024•36 min•Season 25Ep. 11
John adds a new twist to his theme of testimony and belief: this time the believers are the hated Samaritans. John explores three themes this chapter. We examine the first theme in this podcast.
Oct 23, 2024•35 min•Season 25Ep. 10
John the Baptist decreases: In this narrative, John affirms his contentment and joy with following God's plan for him.
Oct 16, 2024•26 min•Season 25Ep. 9
Nicodemus approaches Jesus as a truth-seeker who acknowledges Jesus is a teacher from God. Jesus warns him four ways that's not enough to gain eternal life.
Oct 09, 2024•37 min•Season 25Ep. 8
Jesus challenges Nicodemus four ways. First, he tells Nicodemus seeking truth and responding to miracles are not enough to enter the kingdom of heaven.
Oct 02, 2024•42 min•Season 25Ep. 7
Jesus cleanses the temple, provoking the leaders to demand a sign of his authority. No one understood his answer until later.
Sep 25, 2024•28 min•Season 25Ep. 6
Only the disciples and a few servants saw Jesus turn water into wine at the wedding at Cana. John highlights how this quiet miracle confirmed their belief that Jesus is the Christ.
Sep 18, 2024•19 min•Season 25Ep. 5
The Apostle John explains how the first disciples moved from curious followers to apostles entrusted with spreading the gospel.
Sep 11, 2024•32 min•Season 25Ep. 4
The author focuses on the evidence John the Baptist provided about the identity of the Christ. John the Baptist gave two kinds of testimony: negative and positive.
Sep 04, 2024•41 min•Season 25Ep. 4
