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2019/03/20
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2026/09/28
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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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What the Modern Church Can (Re)Learn from Classical Theology (Carl Trueman)
2026/09/28
In this episode, Carl Trueman talks about what classical theology is and why it matters for Christians today.
Carl Trueman is a professor of biblical and religious studies at Grove City College. He is a contributing editor at First Things, an esteemed church historian, and a fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. He is also the author of 'Classical Theology for the Modern Mind' from Crossway.
❖ Listen to “We're in a Strange New World. Now What?" with Carl Trueman:
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10 Things You Should Know about the Trinity (Fred Sanders)
2026/09/23
Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Fred Sanders entitled "10 Things You Should Know about the Trinity."
Fred Sanders is a professor of theology at the Torrey Honors College at Biola University. Sanders is the author of 'The Deep Things of God: How the Trinity Changes Everything' from Crossway.
Read the essay here.
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Complex Questions About When and How to Forgive (Chris Brauns)
2026/09/21
In this episode, Chris Brauns talks about what a biblical view of forgiveness looks like and how to live it out.
Chris Brauns is the senior pastor at the Red Brick Church in Stillman Valley, Illinois. He is also the author of 'Unpacking Forgiveness: Biblical Answers for Complex Questions and Deep Wounds' and 'The Way of Repentance: Embracing God's Gift for a Transformed Life' from Crossway.
❖ Listen to “What Is Repentance, and Am I Doing It Right?" with Chris Brauns:
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How Do I Get the Most from My Pastor's Sermons? (Gunner Gundersen)
2026/09/14
In this episode, Gunner Gundersen offers encouragement and advice for both the preacher and the people listening on a Sunday morning.
Gunner Gundersen is the dean of faculty at the Christian Counseling & Educational Foundation (CCEF). He is also the author of 'How Do I Get the Most from My Pastor's Sermons?' from Crossway.
❖ Listen to “What If I Don’t Feel Like Going to Church?" with Gunner Gundersen:
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5 Things We Lose When We Subtract Evangelism from the Christian Life (Sharonda Cooper)
2026/09/09
Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Sharonda Cooper entitled "5 Things We Lose When We Subtract Evangelism from the Christian Life"
Sharonda Cooper serves as content coordinator of women’s initiatives for the Gospel Coalition. She is also the author of 'Evangelism,' which is part of the Disciplines of Devotion series from Crossway.
Read the essay here.
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How to Find Joy Even If Happiness Doesn't Come Naturally (Andrew Wilson)
2026/09/07
In this episode, Andrew Wilson talks about what happiness is and how to make it last forever.
Andrew Wilson is the teaching pastor at King’s Church London and a columnist for Christianity Today. He is the author of several books, including 'Happiness: What It Is, Where to Find It, and How to Make It Last Forever' from Crossway.
❖ Listen to “How the World Found Democracy—and Became Ex-Christian" with Andrew Wilson:
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Psalm 51 Is a Manual for Repentance (Matt Boswell)
2026/08/31
In this episode, Matt Boswell talks about what repentance truly looks like.
Matt Boswell is a pastor at the Trails Church in North Texas. He also serves as professor of worship ministries at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is also the author of 'Create in Me a Clean Heart: Experiencing God's Abundant Mercy in Psalm 51' from Crossway.
❖ Listen to “The Value of Singing in Church Whether You Like the Music or Not" with Matt Boswell:
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Why It Matters That Jesus Was and Still Is Human (Dane Ortlund)
2026/08/26
Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Dane Ortlund entitled "Why It Matters That Jesus Was and Still Is Human"
Dane Ortlund serves as senior pastor of Naperville Presbyterian Church in Naperville, Illinois. He is the author of 'Gentle and Lowly: The Heart of Christ for Sinners and Sufferers' from Crossway.
Read the essay here.
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Only God Can Mend Your Fractured Life (David Gibson)
2026/08/24
In this episode, David Gibson talks about how the book of James confronts our divided life.
David Gibson is the minister of Trinity Church in Aberdeen, Scotland. He is also the author of 'The Undivided Life: A Guide to Wholehearted Faith from the Book of James' from Crossway.
❖ Listen to “A Closer Look at One of the Most Famous Chapters of the Bible" with David Gibson:
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The Life and Legacy of Phillis Wheatley (K. A. Ellis)
2026/08/17
In this episode, K. A. Ellis walks through the life and ministry of Phillis Wheatley.
K. A. Ellis teaches at the Edmiston Center for Christian Endurance Studies in Atlanta, Georgia. She is also the author of 'The Story of Phillis Wheatley: The African Poet Who Called America to Christ' from Crossway.
❖ Listen to “The Life and Legacy of Harriet Tubman" with Shar Walker:
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5 Myths about Studying the Bible (Matthew Harmon)
2026/08/12
Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Matthew Harmon entitled "5 Myths about Studying the Bible"
Matthew S. Harmon is professor of New Testament Studies at Grace College and Theological Seminary in Winona Lake, Indiana. He is also the author of 'Asking the Right Questions: A Practical Guide to Understanding and Applying the Bible' from Crossway.
Read the essay here.
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On Parenting: The Best of 'The Crossway Podcast'
2026/08/10
In today's very special episode, we take a look back into 'The Crossway Podcast' archives and put together our favorite clips of authors talking about parenting.
Check out the interviews featured in the episode below:
❖ If You Don’t Catechize Your Kids, the World Will (Kevin DeYoung)
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❖ Preparing Our Kids for a Post-Christian World (Rebecca McLaughlin)
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❖ How Do I Discipline My Kids without Shaming Them? (Heather Nelson)
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❖ What Your Teenager Needs Most (Paul Tripp)
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❖ Answering Tough Questions about Raising Teenagers (Jon Nielson)
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❖ Your Kids Are Already Theologians, So Give Them Good Theology (Kristen Wetherell)
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Authors featured in this episode:
❖ 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 'The Biggest Story Bible Storybook' from Crossway.
❖ Rebecca McLaughlin is the host of the "Confronting Christianity" podcast and the author of several books, including '10 Questions Every Teen Should Ask (and Answer) about Christianity' from Crossway.
❖ Heather Davis Nelson is a writer, counselor, and speaker. She is also the author of 'Unashamed: Healing Our Brokenness and Finding Freedom from Shame' from Crossway.
❖ Paul David Tripp is a pastor, an award-winning author, and an international conference speaker. He has written numerous books, including 'New Morning Mercies for Teens: A Daily Gospel Devotional' from Crossway.
❖ Jon Nielson serves as the senior pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church of Wheaton in Wheaton, Illinois. He is also the author of 'God's Great Story: A Daily Devotional for Teens' from Crossway.
❖ Kristen Wetherell is a wife, mother, writer, and speaker. She is the author of numerous books for adults and kids, including several board books for kids in the For the Bible Tells Me So series from Crossway.
Previous compilation episodes:
❖ On Marriage: The Best of ‘The Crossway Podcast’ | Apple Podcasts | Spotify
❖ On Apologetics: The Best of ‘The Crossway Podcast’ | Apple Podcasts | Spotify
❖ On the End Times: The Best of ‘The Crossway Podcast’ | Apple Podcasts | Spotify
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How God Used Unexpected People to Advance the Gospel in Acts (Iain Duguid)
2026/08/03
In this episode, Iain Duguid unpacks key moments from the middle of Acts.
Iain Duguid is professor of Old Testament and dean of online learning at Westminster Theological Seminary. He is the author of 'Bringing the Gospel to the Nations: Lessons for the Church from Acts 9–18' from Crossway.
❖ Listen to “How the Extraordinary Church in Acts Applies to Ordinary Believers Today" with Iain Duguid:
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6 Habits for Successful Bible Study (Jon Nielson)
2026/07/29
Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Jon Nielson entitled "6 Habits for Successful Bible Study"
Jon Nielson serves as the senior pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church of Wheaton in Wheaton, Illinois. He is also the author of 'Understanding God's Word: An Introduction to Interpreting the Bible' from Crossway.
Read the essay here.
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What Makes God Most Glad? (John Piper)
2026/07/27
In this episode, John Piper reflects on God's delight in being God.
John Piper is founder and lead teacher of desiringGod.org and chancellor of Bethlehem College & Seminary. He served for thirty-three years as a pastor at Bethlehem Baptist Church in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and is the author of more than fifty books, including 'The Pleasures of God: Meditations on God's Delight in Being God' from Crossway.
❖ Listen to “Remembering the “Seashells” Sermon 23 Years Later" with John Piper:
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thisishowlibertydies 2026/03/30
Solid
High view of scripture, Christ-centered podcast. Encouraging and edifying.
Lisa64024 2025/10/24
Hymn Stories
I have really been enjoying the Hymn Stories series.
sunnyhope17 2025/09/27
I love this podcast!
Thank you
Baraddus 2025/09/02
love the podcast
love the podcast from my favorite publisher!
TheIceManCooketh 2025/02/06
Sam Storms?
Your hosting Sam Storms shows you obviously lack discernment. What a shame.
Bjoifdstjhdtu 2024/12/16
Another helpful and encouraging episode on The Trinity
Thank you for this episode on the Trinity and inseparable operations! Especially helpful is how you spoke about patterning our words after the pattern...
Ed Anand 2024/01/02
Matt
I have been listening to The Crossway Podcast by Matt Tully for nearly 3 years. Matt, when he interviews book authors, asks questions that would help ...
MaryEGraham 2023/09/13
Rosaria Butterfield episode is so so good!
Wow! I will be listening to this again many times. What an exceptionally helpful episode!!
Jrob17 2023/08/02
Good podcast to introduce Christianity to people
I want to really thank you for this podcast. I love the book previews and the interviews.
But I want to highlight one particular episode: On Apologe...
wrcxf 2023/06/26
Matt is the best interviewer
Really enjoy the skill Matt has interviewing various authors. Has an incredible grasp of the books talked about. Love his probing questions.
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