The Crossway Podcast

Dec 17 2024 403 ep. 35 mins 2.2k
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This is The Crossway Podcast, a show where we sit down with authors each week for thoughtful interviews about the Bible, theology, church history, and the Christian life.

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An Open Letter to the Overwhelmed Parent at Christmas (Courtney Reissig)

Dec 17 2024 8 mins  
Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Courtney Reissig entitled "An Open Letter to the Overwhelmed Parent at Christmas". Courtney Reissig is a wife, mother, and writer. She has written for numerous Christian publications including the Gospel Coalition, 'Christianity Today', and the CT Women blog. She is also the author of 'Glory in the Ordinary: Why Your

What Was the Trinity Doing on Christmas Day? (Matthew Emerson and Brandon Smith)

Dec 15 2024 34 mins  
In this episode, Matt Emerson and Brandon Smith explore the doctrine of the inseparable operations of the Trinity and its implications for understanding the Christmas story. Matthew Emerson is coprovost and dean of theology, arts, and humanities at Oklahoma Baptist University. Brandon Smith is chair of the Hobbs School of Theology and Ministry and associate professor of theology &

The Gettys' Favorite Christmas Hymns (Keith and Kristyn Getty)

Dec 08 2024 40 mins  
In today's special Christmas episode, hymn-writers Keith and Kristyn Getty share their favorite Christmas hymns, and three songs of the songs will be played in during the interview. Keith and Kristyn Getty are hymn writers, GRAMMY®-nominated artists and the founding leaders of the Getty Music organization who hail from Northern Ireland. Their greatest musical passion is writing an

10 Things You Should Know about Grieving People (Nancy Guthrie)

Dec 03 2024 12 mins  
Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Nancy Guthrie entitled "10 Things You Should Know about Grieving People". Nancy Guthrie teaches the Bible at her home church, Cornerstone Presbyterian Church in Franklin, Tennessee, as well as at conferences around the country and internationally, including her Biblical Theology Workshop for Women. She is the author o

The Universal Struggle with Self-Control (Sharonda Cooper)

Dec 01 2024 35 mins  
In this episode, Sharonda Cooper discusses the perpetual struggle with self-control, sharing practical strategies and insights for developing it in various aspects of life including fitness, eating habits, and spiritual disciplines. Sharonda is a Bible teacher and serves women through The Charles Simeon Trust. She also serves as a content coordinator for women’s initiatives at Th

How Has Evangelism Changed in the Post-Christian West? (David Dockery)

Nov 24 2024 32 mins  
In this episode, David Dockery discusses the challenges and strategies for modern evangelism and apologetics in a rapidly changing culture. David Dockery serves as president of the International Alliance for Christian Education as well as president and distinguished professor of theology at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is also the editor of 'Confident Witness: Evan

How One Man Is Smuggling Bibles into India (Amir)

Nov 19 2024 33 mins  
In this episode, Amir talks about the intense persecution faced by Christians in India, the challenges of smuggling and distributing Bibles, and the various efforts to support and protect new converts and vulnerable children from exploitation. Amir works directly with Crossway as a part of our ongoing One Million Bibles Initiative. Over the last two years, more than 875,000 Bibles

The False Humility Threatening to Undermine Scripture (D. A. Carson)

Nov 17 2024 35 mins  
In this episode, D. A. Carson discusses the importance of faithful biblical interpretation and the challenges facing the evangelical church today. D. A. Carson is Emeritus Professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School. He is a cofounder and theologian-at-large of the Gospel Coalition and has written and edited nearly two hundred books including 'The Gospel and t

What Does It Mean When the Bible Says Life Is Meaningless? (Lydia Brownback)

Nov 10 2024 41 mins  
In this episode, Lydia Brownback discusses the themes of and unpacks specific passages of the book of Ecclesiastes. Lydia Brownback is a regular speaker at conferences and events and is passionate about teaching God's word. She is also the author of several books including the Flourish Bible Study Series. The newest volume is 'Ecclesiastes: Finding Meaning When Life Feels Meaningle

7 Tips for Loving “Those” People in Your Church (Jamie Dunlop)

Nov 05 2024 12 mins  
Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Dane Ortlund entitled "7 Tips for Loving 'Those' People in Your Church". 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. Complete this survey for a free audiob