Episodes

  • How One Man Is Smuggling Bibles into India (Amir)

    How One Man Is Smuggling Bibles into India (Amir)
    Nov 20 2024
    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 have been funded through our One Million Bibles Initiative. By God’s grace, 656,000 Bibles have been distributed to ministry partners in 27 countries throughout the Global South, with the remaining 219,000 copies in the process of being distributed. Would you prayerfully consider a gift to help distribute God’s Word to those with little or no access? Every $40 you give delivers 10 copies of the Bible to Christians in need. The overall goal of the One Million Bibles Initiative is to distribute one million Bibles in the Global South. Our objective is to finish the funding for this initiative by December 31, 2024, to support the printing and distribution of the final 125,000 Bibles. A generous donor has agreed to match gifts dollar for dollar, up to $250,000. In partnering with us, your gift will have double the impact and help us surpass our overall goal to distribute one million Bibles. Learn more or donate to the One Million Bibles Initiative. Read the full transcript of this episode. 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 audiobook by Kevin DeYoung!
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    34 mins
  • The False Humility Threatening to Undermine Scripture (D. A. Carson)

    The False Humility Threatening to Undermine Scripture (D. A. Carson)
    Nov 18 2024
    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 the Modern World: A Theological Vision for the Church' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “D. A. Carson on His Life, Vision for Ministry, and Biggest Influences”: 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 audiobook by Kevin DeYoung!
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    36 mins
  • What Does It Mean When the Bible Says Life Is Meaningless? (Lydia Brownback)

    What Does It Mean When the Bible Says Life Is Meaningless? (Lydia Brownback)
    Nov 11 2024
    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 Meaningless' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “Why You Shouldn't Be Afraid of the Book of Revelation” with Nancy Guthrie: Apple Podcasts | Spotify 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 audiobook by Kevin DeYoung!
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    41 mins
  • 7 Tips for Loving “Those” People in Your Church (Jamie Dunlop)

    7 Tips for Loving “Those” People in Your Church (Jamie Dunlop)
    Nov 6 2024
    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 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!
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    12 mins
  • How to Be Like God without Trying to Be God (Jen Wilkin)

    How to Be Like God without Trying to Be God (Jen Wilkin)
    Nov 4 2024
    In this episode, Jen Wilkin explores the concept of Christians being created in the image of God, discussing the theological importance and practical implications of reflecting God's character in daily life. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored multiple books, including 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “The Freeing Reality that You Are Not Enough” with Jen Wilkin: 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 audiobook by Kevin DeYoung!
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    40 mins
  • A Few Things to Remember before You Vote (Jonathan Leeman)

    A Few Things to Remember before You Vote (Jonathan Leeman)
    Oct 28 2024
    In this episode, Jonathan Leeman explores how Christians can thoughtfully and biblically engage with politics and voting in our world today. Jonathan Leeman is the editorial director for 9Marks and cohost of the "Pastors’ Talk" podcast. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books and teaches at several seminaries. He is also the co-author of 'How Can I Love Church Members with Different Politics?' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “When Authority Fails to Reflect God’s Good Design” with Jonathan Leeman: 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 audiobook by Kevin DeYoung!
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    37 mins
  • 9 Wrong Ways to Read the Bible (And One Better Way) (Dane Ortlund)

    9 Wrong Ways to Read the Bible (And One Better Way) (Dane Ortlund)
    Oct 23 2024
    Today we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Dane Ortlund entitled "9 Wrong Ways to Read the Bible (And One Better Way)". Dane C. Ortlund serves as senior pastor of Naperville Presbyterian Church in Naperville, Illinois. He is also the author of 'Deeper: Real Change for Real Sinners' 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!
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    10 mins
  • Perichoresis, the Extra Calvinisticum, and Other Essential (Yet Neglected) Doctrines (Kevin DeYoung)

    Perichoresis, the Extra Calvinisticum, and Other Essential (Yet Neglected) Doctrines (Kevin DeYoung)
    Oct 21 2024
    In today's episode, Kevin DeYoung shares the value of theology for Christians, touching on key doctrines, their practical implications, and their relevance in everyday Christian life. 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 numerous books including 'Daily Doctrine: A One-Year Guide to Systematic Theology' from Crossway. Read the full transcript of this episode. ❖ Listen to “The Doctrine on Which the Church Stands or Falls” with Matthew Barrett: 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 audiobook by Kevin DeYoung!
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    55 mins