Episodes

  • Get to Know Your Favorite Theologians' Favorite Poet (Stephen Witmer)

    Get to Know Your Favorite Theologians' Favorite Poet (Stephen Witmer)
    Feb 2 2026
    In this episode, Stephen Witmer walks through who George Herbert was, why his poetry is so valuable, and unpacks three of his favorites. Stephen Witmer is the lead pastor of Pepperell Christian Fellowship in Pepperell, Massachusetts, a council member of the Gospel Coalition, and the cofounder of Small Town Summits. He is also the editor and contributor of 'In All Things Thee to See: A Devotional Guide to Selected Poems of George Herbert' from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the full transcript of this episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❖ Listen to “A Guide for Weary Pray-ers" with Doug O’Donnell: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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.
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    32 mins
  • Answering Your Questions About AI and Christianity (Part 2)

    Answering Your Questions About AI and Christianity (Part 2)
    Jan 28 2026
    In this special part 2 episode, Samuel James and Shane Morris answer more listener-submitted questions about how Christians should think about artificial intelligence. Samuel James and Shane Morris are both acquisitions editors at Crossway. They are also both contributors to ⁠'Scrolling Ourselves to Death: Reclaiming Life in a Digital Age' ⁠from Crossway. Samuel James is also the author of ⁠'Digital Liturgies: Rediscovering Christian Wisdom in an Online Age.'⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the full transcript of this episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Listen to part 1: 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.
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    47 mins
  • Answering Your Questions About AI and Christianity (Part 1)

    Answering Your Questions About AI and Christianity (Part 1)
    Jan 26 2026
    In this episode, Samuel James and Shane Morris answer listener-submitted questions about how Christians should think about artificial intelligence. Part 2 of this conversation will be released on Wednesday, January 28th. Samuel James and Shane Morris are both acquisitions editors at Crossway. They are also both contributors to 'Scrolling Ourselves to Death: Reclaiming Life in a Digital Age' from Crossway. Samuel James is also the author of 'Digital Liturgies: Rediscovering Christian Wisdom in an Online Age.' ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠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.
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    42 mins
  • The Forgotten Yet Foundational Doctrine of Aseity (Samuel Parkison)

    The Forgotten Yet Foundational Doctrine of Aseity (Samuel Parkison)
    Jan 19 2026
    In this episode, Samuel Parkison unpacks the doctrine of the aseity of God and shares why it is so valuable for Christians. Samuel Parkison is an associate professor of theology at the Gulf Theological Seminary in the United Arab Emirates. He is the author of several books, including 'The Fountain of Life: Contemplating the Aseity of God' from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the full transcript of this episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❖ Listen to “Should Christians Fear God?" with Michael Reeves: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠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.
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    39 mins
  • 5 Considerations When Making Resolutions About Exercise (David Mathis)

    5 Considerations When Making Resolutions About Exercise (David Mathis)
    Jan 14 2026
    Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by David Mathis entitled "5 Considerations When Making Resolutions About Exercise." David Mathis serves as senior teacher and executive editor at desiringGod.org; a pastor at Cities Church in Saint Paul, Minnesota; and an adjunct professor at Bethlehem College & Seminary in Minneapolis. He is also the author of 'A Little Theology of Exercise: Enjoying Christ in Body and Soul' 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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    13 mins
  • How to Revitalize Your Scripture Reading in 2026 (Uche Anizor)

    How to Revitalize Your Scripture Reading in 2026 (Uche Anizor)
    Jan 12 2026
    In this episode, Uche Anizor shares how reframing the way we view Scripture as a means of extrodinary grace will change the way we are able to engage with it. Uche Anizor is a professor of theology at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. He is also the author of 'The Goodness of God in the Gift of Scripture: 20 Meditations' from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the full transcript of this episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❖ Listen to “Why Are We Apathetic about What Really Matters?" with Uche Anizor: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ | ⁠Spotify⁠ 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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    39 mins
  • Suffering and Sovereignty in the Story of Joseph (John Lennox)

    Suffering and Sovereignty in the Story of Joseph (John Lennox)
    Jan 5 2026
    In this episode, Dr. John Lennox explains how the story of Joseph in Genesis showcases God's goodness through trials. John C. Lennox is professor emeritus of mathematics at the University of Oxford and an associate fellow of Oxford’s Said Business School. He is also the author of 'Joseph: A Story of Love, Hate, Slavery, Power, and Forgiveness' from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the full transcript of this episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❖ Listen to “Why Did God Let Job Suffer?" with Christopher Ash: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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.
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    37 mins
  • Introducing Morning and Evening with Charles Spurgeon - A New Year-Long Devotional Podcast

    Introducing Morning and Evening with Charles Spurgeon - A New Year-Long Devotional Podcast
    Jan 1 2026
    Today, we are pleased to share with you the first episode of Crossway's newest podcast that launches today: "Morning and Evening with Charles Spurgeon." Morning and Evening is  a twice-daily podcast featuring the devotional work of Charles Spurgeon. Throughout the course of a year, Spurgeon emphasizes the importance of abiding in Christ and consistently meditating on God’s word. ❖ Subscribe today on ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠, ⁠Spotify⁠, or ⁠your favorite podcast player⁠. ❖ Learn more about 'Morning and Evening: A New Edition of the Classic Devotional Based on The Holy Bible, English Standard Version'.
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    4 mins