The Crossway Podcast

7 Suggestions for When You’re Struggling to Worship Joyfully (Ryanne Molinari) 03.06.2026 11мин

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Ryanne Molinari entitled "7 Suggestions for When You’re Struggling to Worship Joyfully." Ryanne Molinari is a collaborative pianist/organist and worship director based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. She is also the author of 'Spirit-Filled Singing: Bearing Fruit as We Worship Together' 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!

Pointing Your Kids to the Gospel Through the Books They Read (Kathryn Butler and Korrie Johnson) 01.06.2026 45мин

In this episode, Kathryn Butler and Korrie Johnson offer advice and encouragement for parents hoping to engage their kids in reading. Kathryn Butler worked as a trauma surgeon at Massachusetts General Hospital before she left clinical practice to homeschool her children. She now writes regularly about faith, medicine, and the power of great stories. Korrie Johnson is a wife, a mom of three, and the founder of Good Book Mom, a ministry that reviews children’s books from a biblical worldview. She has reviewed thousands of books for her website, and she collaborates with 10ofThose to offer families a biblical alternative to Scholastic Book Orders. They are also both co-authors of 'Stories Woven in Silver: Pointing Kids to the Gospel Through Children's Literature' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “Unicorns, Allegory, and Stories That Give Us Hope" with Kathryn Butler:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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.

The Anti-Self-Help Message for Real and Lasting Change (Tim Chester) 25.05.2026 36мин

In this episode, Tim Chester shares the hard yet good news about changing as Christians. Tim Chester is director of theological studies and lecturer in spiritual formation at Crosslands. He has over 25 years of experience in pastoral ministry, as well as being the author of 'You Can Change: God's Transforming Power for Our Sinful Behavior and Negative Emotions' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “Are We Undervaluing the Lord’s Supper?" with Tim Chester:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠ 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.

10 Things You Should Know about the Cross (Patrick Schreiner) 20.05.2026 10мин

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Patrick Schreiner entitled "10 Things You Should Know about the Cross." Patrick Schreiner is associate professor of New Testament and biblical theology and endowed chair at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Missouri. He is also the author of 'The Kingdom of God and the Glory of the Cross' 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!

You Can’t Do It All (And That's Good News) (Winfree Brisley) 18.05.2026 37мин

In this episode, Winfree Brisley talks about the armor of God and why it is so important that we find our strength in the Lord. Winfree Brisley serves as an editor for the Gospel Coalition. She is also the editor of 'Strong in the Lord: A 30-Day Devotional on the Armor of God' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “How the Psalms Act as a Model for Prayer, Lament, and Praise" with Winfree Brisley and Sharonda Cooper:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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.

How Reverence Changes the Way You Worship, Suffer, and Grow (Laura Story) 11.05.2026 40мин

In this episode, Laura Story talks about how to recover reverence in an irreverent world. Laura Story is a Grammy- and Dove Award-winning singer-songwriter, known for her certified platinum song “Blessings.” She serves as a worship leader at Perimeter Church and is also a Bible teacher and author of several books, including 'Stand in Awe: How Reverence Transforms Our Worship and Our Lives' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “Hymn Stories: 'Come Unto Jesus'" with Laura Story and Jordan Kauflin:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠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.

5 Myths about Your Personal Identity (Brian Rosner) 06.05.2026 13мин

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Brian Rosner entitled "5 Myths about Your Personal Identity." Brian Rosner was principal at Ridley College in Melbourne, Australia from 2012–2024, where he now lectures in New Testament. He is also the author of 'How to Find Yourself: Why Looking Inward Is Not the Answer' 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!

Struggling to Evangelize? Start Here. (Sharonda Cooper) 04.05.2026 34мин

In this episode, Sharonda Cooper offers encouragement and tips for those struggling to evangelize. Sharonda Cooper serves as content coordinator of women’s initiatives for the Gospel Coalition. She is the author of 'Evangelism' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “The Universal Struggle with Self-Control" with Sharonda Cooper:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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.

Are We Enjoying Life as Much as God Wants Us To? (Ray Ortlund) 27.04.2026 36мин

In this episode, Ray Ortlund makes the case for enjoying life. 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 the author of several books, including 'Eat, Drink, and Be Merry: A Gospel Call to Bold Enjoyment' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “Ray Ortlund on Recording the Entire ESV Bible: 'An Epic Experience of the Bible in Its Totality'":⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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.

5 Myths about the Trinity (Fred Sanders) 22.04.2026 11мин

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Fred Sanders entitled "5 Myths about the Trinity." Fred Sanders is a professor of theology at the Torrey Honors College at Biola University. He is also the author of 'The Deep Things of God: How the Trinity Changes Everything' 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!

The Life and Legacy of John Bunyan (Champ Thornton) 20.04.2026 33мин

In this episode, Champ Thronton talks about the life of the author of 'The Pilgrim's Progress.' 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 'The Story of John Bunyan: The Prisoner Who Wrote Pilgrim's Progress' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “How to Answer the Hard Questions Your Kids Ask About God" with Champ Thornton:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠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.

What Is Critical Theory? (Bradley Green) 13.04.2026 46мин

In this episode, Bradley Green offers a Christian analysis of critical theory. Bradley Green is professor of theological studies at Union University, visiting professor of philosophy and theology at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, and cofounder of Augustine School, a Christian liberal arts school in Jackson, Tennessee. He is also the author of 'What Is Critical Theory?: A Concise Christian Analysis' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “We're in a Strange New World. Now What?" with Carl Trueman:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠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.

5 Myths about the End Times (Joel Beeke) 08.04.2026 12мин

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Joel Beeke entitled "5 Myths about the End Times." Joel Beeke has written over one hundred books. He is chancellor and professor of systematic theology and homiletics at Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary and a pastor of the Heritage Reformed Congregation in Grand Rapids. He is also the co-author of the 'Reformed Systematic Theology' four-volume set 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!

What Is Repentance and Am I Doing It Right? (Chris Brauns) 06.04.2026 37мин

In this episode, Chris Brauns talks through the beauty and centrality of repentance in the Christian life. Chris Brauns is the senior pastor at the Red Brick Church in Stillman Valley, Illinois. He has served in pastoral ministry for over thirty years. He is also the author of 'The Way of Repentance: Embracing God's Gift for a Transformed Life' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “Hear What God Has Truly Done with Your Sin" with Sam Storms:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠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.

The Historical, Cosmic, and Existential Evidence for the Resurrection (Patrick Schreiner) 30.03.2026 39мин

In this episode, Patrick Schreiner walks through the truth, goodness, and beauty of the resurrection. Patrick Schreiner is associate professor of New Testament and biblical theology and endowed chair at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Missouri. He is also the author of 'The Hope of the Resurrection: How Jesus's Defeat of Death Changes Everything' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “What Really Happened at Pentecost?" with Patrick:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠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.

3 Patterns That False Teachers Follow (Matthew Harmon) 25.03.2026 16мин

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Matthew Harmon entitled "3 Patterns That False Teachers Follow." Matthew Harmon is a professor of New Testament Studies at Grace College and Theological Seminary in Winona Lake, Indiana. He is also the author of 'The God Who Judges and Saves: A Theology of 2 Peter and Jude' 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!

The Life and Legacy of Harriet Tubman (Shar Walker) 23.03.2026 38мин

In this episode, Shar Walker talks through Harriet Tubman's life of sacrifice, service, and bravery. Shar Walker is a writer and communicator. She spent eight years in college ministry before transitioning to the corporate world, where she now works in communications, marketing, and change management. She is also the author of 'The Story of Harriet Tubman: The Trailblazer Who Led Many to Freedom' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “The Remarkable Legacy of Francis Grimké" with Drew Martin:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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.

Fighting for Wisdom in a World Flooded with Knowledge (Matthew Harmon) 16.03.2026 41мин

In this episode, Matthew Harmon unpacks what biblical wisdom is and what it looks like in the 21st century. Matthew S. Harmon is a professor of New Testament Studies at Grace College and Theological Seminary in Winona Lake, Indiana. He is also the author of 'The Wisdom of God: Revealed, Reviled, and Reverberated' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “8 Questions to Ask Every Time You Open Your Bible" with Matthew Harmon:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠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.

5 Reasons You Did Not and Cannot Reinvent Yourself (Brian Rosner) 11.03.2026 13мин

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Brian Rosner entitled "5 Reasons You Did Not and Cannot Reinvent Yourself." Brian Rosner was the principal of Ridley College in Melbourne, Australia, from 2012 to 2024, and now lectures in New Testament. He previously taught at the University of Aberdeen and Moore Theological College. Rosner is the author or editor of many books, including 'How to Find Yourself: Why Looking Inward Is Not the Answer' 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!

How and Why to Read the Bible as One Story (Greg Gilbert) 09.03.2026 31мин

In this episode, Greg Gilbert talks about why a roadmap is so helpful when you are traveling through the Bible. Greg Gilbert is the senior pastor at Third Avenue Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky. He is also the author of over 900 notes throughout 'The One Story Bible: Tracing the Thread of Redemption Through God's Word' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “15 Questions about Reading and Understanding the Bible" with Greg Gilbert:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠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.