The Crossway Podcast

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Was Jesus a Pacifist? (Tom Schreiner) Sep 06, 2021

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In this episode, Tom Schreiner discusses whether or not Jesus taught a form of pacifism, and how we should square Jesus’s command to love our enemies with the way that God’s people were commanded to conquer (and even devote to destruction) their enemies in the Old Testament.

Tom Schreiner is a contributor to the ESV Expository Commentary: Hebrews–Revelation.

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Coming Soon: In the Lord I Take Refuge with Dane Ortlund Sep 02, 2021

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Crossway is pleased to announce the launch of our newest podcast: In the Lord I Take Refuge with Dane Ortlund.

Join Dane—a pastor and best-selling author—Monday through Friday each week on a journey through all 150 psalms in the Bible.

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You can see a full listing of all of our podcasts at crossway.org/podcasts.

A Better Way to Talk about the "Call to Ministry" (Bobby Jamieson) Aug 30, 2021

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In this episode, Bobby Jamieson talks about his own path to church leadership, what role seminary played, and as well as what advice he'd give to those aspiring to be pastors.

Bobby Jamieson is the author of The Path to Being a Pastor: A Guide for the Aspiring.

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Real Faithfulness Is the Kind No One Sees (Glenna Marshall) Aug 23, 2021

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In this episode, Glenna Marshall talks about the life-changing practice of Scripture memory, the oft-given advice to give ourselves grace, and the importance of being transparent with other Christians when perseverance in the Christian life isn't easy.

Glenna Marshall is the author of Everyday Faithfulness: The Beauty of Ordinary Perseverance in a Demanding World.

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What Keeps You From Going to Church? (Jonathan Leeman) Aug 16, 2021

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In this episode, Jonathan Leeman discusses the vital importance of in-person church fellowship, how we can and should prioritize involvement with the people of God in a local church—especially after a year like 2020—and shares some encouragement for pastors on the heels of a taxing season.

Jonathan Leeman is the co-author of Rediscover Church: Why the Body of Christ Is Essential.

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Knowing Your Heart and When (Not) to Follow It (Craig Troxel) Aug 09, 2021

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In this episode, Craig Troxel talks about the difference between a Christian and secular understanding of the heart, the heart's spiritual functions and how we can think about them in terms of our minds, desires, and will.

Craig Troxel is the author of With All Your Heart: Orienting Your Mind, Desires, and Will toward Christ

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Reading the Psalms with Jesus In View (Dane Ortlund) Jul 26, 2021

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In this episode, Dane Ortlund discusses how the psalms uniquely invite us into prayer and devotion, how they reflect the greatness of God, and how He cares for His people.

Dane Ortlund is the author of In the Lord I Take Refuge: 150 Daily Devotions through the Psalms.

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What Pastors Can Learn from Richard Baxter (Tim Cooper) Jul 19, 2021

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In this episode, Tim Cooper discusses the importance of Richard Baxter, a Puritan responsible for many key (if not misunderstood or difficult to read) treatise on church doctrine and the role of ministry. Cooper dives into Baxter's controversial views on faith, justification, and sanctification, his faithfulness in ministry, and what modern pastors can learn from his example.

Tim Cooper is the author of a new adaptation of Richard Baxter's The Reformed Pastor: Updated and Abridged

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A Controversy About the Nature of Grace and Freedom From the Law (Sinclair Ferguson) Jul 12, 2021

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In this episode, Sinclair Ferguson discusses the relevance of church history and divisive theological positions as we dig into a largely forgotten 18th-century Scottish debate about God’s grace and our works, explaining the roots of legalism and antinomianism, and why all of this matters for modern-day believers.

Sinclair Ferguson is the author of The Whole Christ: Legalism, Antinomianism, and Gospel Assurance—Why the Marrow Controversy Still Matters

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What I Wish I Knew in Seminary after 30 Years in Ministry (Dave Harvey) Jul 05, 2021

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In this episode, Dave Harvey, president of The Great Commission Collective church planting ministry, talks about his own path to ministry, what he did (and didn't) learn in seminary, and how to discern whether or not you're really called to the pastorate.

Dave Harvey is the author of Am I Called?

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