The Crossway Podcast

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The Problem with Modern Missions (Matt Rhodes) Feb 14, 2022

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In today's episode, Matt Rhodes considers what it should look like to pursue cross-cultural missions with a focus on long-term success and why the American church should be asking itself that very question today.

Matt is the author of No Shortcut to Success: A Manifesto for Modern Missions.

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The Life and Legacy of Dietrich Bonhoeffer (Stephen Nichols) Feb 07, 2022

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In today's episode, Stephen Nichols discusses the remarkable life, tragic death and enduring legacy of the German theologian and pastor Dietrich Bonhoeffer.

Stephen is the author of Bonhoeffer on the Christian Life: From the Cross, for the World.

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We're Thinking About Technology All Wrong (Tony Reinke) Jan 31, 2022

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In today's episode, Tony Reinke considers what the Bible has to say about human innovation and the things we create, why Christians are often so attracted to tech dystopianism, the future of AI, Facebook’s new metaverse, and more.

Tony is the author of God, Technology, and the Christian Life.

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Why Is Making Decisions So Hard? (Aimee Joseph) Jan 24, 2022

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In today's episode, Aimee Joseph discusses why we struggle to make decisions, where God's will fits in to the topic, and how we can work on our efforts to make God-honoring choices in everyday life.

Aimee is the author of Demystifying Decision-Making: A Practical Guide.

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Hear What God Has Truly Done With Your Sin (Sam Storms) Jan 17, 2022

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In today's episode, Sam Storms talks about how God deals with our sin, once and for all.

Sam is the author of A Dozen Things God Did with Your Sin (And Three Things He'll Never Do).

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How to Endure Inexplicable Suffering (Eric Ortlund) Jan 10, 2022

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In today's episode, Eric Ortlund looks at the example of Job and how, as Christians, we should respond when we face a Job-like ordeal—suffering that is so painful, so inexplicable, so seemingly pointless that we’re tempted to curse God.

Eric is the author of Suffering Wisely and Well: The Grief of Job and the Grace of God.

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Full Audiobook: 'How Can I Get More Out of My Bible Reading' by Jeremy Kimble Jan 05, 2022

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Reading the Bible is essential to the Christian faith, but many of us struggle to study it faithfully. In How Can I Get More Out of My Bible Reading?, Jeremy Kimble explains how the church acts as God’s school, helping us read and follow Scripture through teaching, fellowship, and discipleship. He also offers advice to improve our own Scripture reading, helping us understand the big picture, ask good questions, and apply what we learn. We hope you enjoy this full audiobook to help start the New Year off in the best way, right here on The Crossway Podcast.

What Really Happened at Pentecost? (Patrick Schreiner) Jan 03, 2022

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In today's episode, Patrick Schreiner discusses the story of Pentecost—a fascinating—but also somewhat confusing—account of the sending of the Holy Spirit to indwell God’s people in a new and powerful way.

Patrick is the author of The Mission of the Triune God: A Theology of Acts.

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Teaching Your Kids the Real Meaning of Christmas (William Smith) Dec 20, 2021

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In today's episode, William Smith offers parents simple advice for viewing the holiday season as a special opportunity to point our kids’ hearts to their Savior.

William is the author of Parenting with Words of Grace: Building Relationships with Your Children One Conversation at a Time.

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Preview: A Special Excerpt from 'R. C. Sproul' by Stephen Nichols Dec 14, 2021

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In honor of the anniversary of R. C. Sproul's passing on this day in 2017, Crossway is pleased to share a special one-hour excerpt from 'R. C. Sproul: A Life' by Stephen J. Nichols, focusing on the final days of Sproul's life and the lasting legacy of his ministry.

Click here for an article from Crossway featuring responses of thankfulness for R. C.'s life.