The Surprising Health Benefits of Going to Church (Rebecca McLaughlin)

In this episode, Patrick Schreiner walks through the truth, goodness, and beauty of the resurrection. Patrick Schreiner is associate professor of New Testament and biblical theology and endowed chair at Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary in Kansas City, Missouri. He is also the author of 'The Hope of the Resurrection: How Jesus's Defeat of Death Changes Everything' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “What Really Happened at Pentecost?" with Patrick:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠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.

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Matthew Harmon entitled "3 Patterns That False Teachers Follow." Matthew Harmon is a professor of New Testament Studies at Grace College and Theological Seminary in Winona Lake, Indiana. He is also the author of 'The God Who Judges and Saves: A Theology of 2 Peter and Jude' 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!

In this episode, Shar Walker talks through Harriet Tubman's life of sacrifice, service, and bravery. Shar Walker is a writer and communicator. She spent eight years in college ministry before transitioning to the corporate world, where she now works in communications, marketing, and change management. She is also the author of 'The Story of Harriet Tubman: The Trailblazer Who Led Many to Freedom' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “The Remarkable Legacy of Francis Grimké" with Drew Martin:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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.

In this episode, Matthew Harmon unpacks what biblical wisdom is and what it looks like in the 21st century. Matthew S. Harmon is a professor of New Testament Studies at Grace College and Theological Seminary in Winona Lake, Indiana. He is also the author of 'The Wisdom of God: Revealed, Reviled, and Reverberated' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “8 Questions to Ask Every Time You Open Your Bible" with Matthew Harmon:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠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.

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Brian Rosner entitled "5 Reasons You Did Not and Cannot Reinvent Yourself." Brian Rosner was the principal of Ridley College in Melbourne, Australia, from 2012 to 2024, and now lectures in New Testament. He previously taught at the University of Aberdeen and Moore Theological College. Rosner is the author or editor of many books, including 'How to Find Yourself: Why Looking Inward Is Not the Answer' 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!

In this episode, Greg Gilbert talks about why a roadmap is so helpful when you are traveling through the Bible. Greg Gilbert is the senior pastor at Third Avenue Baptist Church in Louisville, Kentucky. He is also the author of over 900 notes throughout 'The One Story Bible: Tracing the Thread of Redemption Through God's Word' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “15 Questions about Reading and Understanding the Bible" with Greg Gilbert:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠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.

In this episode, Courtney Reissig encourages Christians that it is okay to admit that prayer is hard and offers practical steps to improve their prayer lives. Courtney Reissig is a writer and teacher living in Little Rock, Arkansas. She has written for numerous Christian publications, including the Gospel Coalition and Christianity Today. She is also the author of 'Prayer' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “How the Psalms Act as a Model for Prayer, Lament, and Praise" with Winfree Brisley and Sharonda Cooper:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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.

Today, we are pleased to share an audio essay written and read by Sandra Peoples entitled "10 Things You Should Know About Disability Ministry." Sandra Peoples is the disability ministry consultant for the Southern Baptists of Texas Convention and an adjunct professor for the John W. Rawlings School of Divinity at Liberty University, teaching classes in disability ministry. She is also the author of 'Accessible Church: A Gospel-Centered Vision for Including People with Disabilities and Their Families' 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!

In this episode, Brad Wetherell reminds believers that their union with Christ brings hope to every area of their lives. Brad Wetherell is the senior pastor of the Orchard, a multisite church in the northwest suburbs of Chicago. Brad also serves on the steering committee of the Gospel Coalition’s Chicago regional chapter, which gathers pastors for encouragement, fellowship, and prayer. He is also the author of 'Saved to Sin No More: How Union with Christ Empowers a Life of Holiness' from Crossway. ❖ Listen to “Why Christianity Is Not Just about Being a Follower of Jesus" with Sam Allberry:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ 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.

In this episode, Cassie Achermann shares practical advice for Christians who want to fast. Cassie Achermann is a copy editor and editorial project manager for the Gospel Coalition. She and her husband, Josh, live in Sydney, Australia, and belong to Merrylands Anglican Church. She is also the author of 'Fasting' from Crossway. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Read the full transcript of this episode.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ❖ Listen to “Real Faithfulness Is the Kind No One Sees" with Glenna Marshall:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  ⁠⁠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.