The Bible is a BIG BOOK! The thought of reading it cover to cover can be really intimidating...but with the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast and reading plan, it doesn’t have to be!

Join Trillia Newbell and a variety of guests on Moody Radio's newest podcast. In each episode, Trillia sits down with a pastor, author, or theological expert to discuss Bible reading tips, specific passages, or particular themes contained in scripture. Each weekly episode connects to the 52 Weeks in the Word reading plan. Whether it’s your first or 50th time reading through the Bible, this podcast is for you. Give us 52 weeks, any weeks of the year, and we'll guide you through the Bible cover to cover. 

To purchase 52 Weeks in the Word and gain access to the scripture breakdown, visit https://www.moodyradio.org/podcasts/52-weeks-in-the-word/

Get into the Word, so the Word can get into you!

The Bible is a BIG BOOK! The thought of reading it cover to cover can be really intimidating...but with the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast and reading plan, it doesn’t have to be!
Join Trillia Newbell and a variety of guests on Moody Radio's newest podcast. In each episode, Trillia sits down with a pastor, author, or theological expert to discuss Bible reading tips, specific passages, or particular themes contained in scripture. Each weekly episode connects to the 52 Weeks in the Word reading plan. Whether it’s your first or 50th time reading through the Bible, this podcast is for you. Give us 52 weeks, any weeks of the year, and we'll guide you through the Bible cover to cover. 
To purchase 52 Weeks in the Word and gain access to the scripture breakdown, visit <a href="/link/e6e1f9d6e73848118c235a47e41619ae.aspx">https://www.moodyradio.org/podcasts/52-weeks-in-the-word/</a>
Get into the Word, so the Word can get into you!

One of God’s greatest gifts to us is His Word. How can we learn how to read and treasure this precious gift?! Join Bible teacher Trillia Newbell and friends every Monday for 10 minutes as they share encouraging tips for staying in the Word as well as biblical truths to take your Bible reading to a deeper, more joy-filled level. Be encouraged as Trillia and friends guide you through 52 Weeks of reading God's word together! Available wherever you listen to your podcasts and on YouTube!

One of God&rsquo;s greatest gifts to us is His Word. How can we learn how to read and treasure this precious gift?! Join Bible teacher Trillia Newbell and friends every Monday for 10 minutes as they share encouraging tips for staying in the Word as well as biblical truths to take your Bible reading to a deeper, more joy-filled level. Be encouraged as Trillia and friends guide you through 52 Weeks of reading God's word together! <span style="caret-color: #000000; color: #000000; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 14.666666984558105px; font-style: normal; font-variant-caps: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: auto; text-align: start; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; widows: auto; word-spacing: 0px; -webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; -webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; text-decoration: none; display: inline !important; float: none;">Available wherever you listen to your podcasts and <a href="https://www.youtube.com/@52WeeksInTheWord">on YouTube!</a>

52 Weeks in the Word

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Do you want to read through the Bible in 52 Weeks? If so, you may need a companion!

Join host, Trillia Newbell and producer, Emma Nussbaum for this very first episode to have all of your questions answered. What is 52 Weeks in the Word? Where can I listen? How is it different from other Bible reading plans? How are the book and podcast related? Tune in and find out. 

Starting January 1st, Trillia sits down with a pastor, author, or theological expert to discuss Bible reading tips, specific passages, or particular themes contained in scripture. Each weekly episode connects to the 52 Weeks in the Word reading plan. Whether it’s your first or 50th time reading through the Bible, this podcast is for you. Give us 52 weeks, any weeks of the year, and we'll guide you through the Bible cover to cover. 

Get into the Word, so the Word can get into you! Available on the Moody Radio App, YouTube, and anywhere you listen to podcasts! 

To purchase 52 Weeks in the Word and gain access to the scripture breakdown, visit moodyradio.org/52weeksintheword 

Do you want to read through the Bible in 52 Weeks? If so, you may need a companion!
Join host, Trillia Newbell and producer, Emma Nussbaum for this very first episode to have all of your questions answered. What is 52 Weeks in the Word? Where can I listen? How is it different from other Bible reading plans? How are the book and podcast related? Tune in and find out.&nbsp;
Starting January 1st, Trillia sits down with a pastor, author, or theological expert to discuss Bible reading tips, specific passages, or particular themes contained in scripture. Each weekly episode connects to the 52 Weeks in the Word reading plan. Whether it&rsquo;s your first or 50th time reading through the Bible, this podcast is for you. Give us 52 weeks, any weeks of the year, and we'll guide you through the Bible cover to cover.&nbsp;
Get into the Word, so the Word can get into you! Available on the Moody Radio App, YouTube, and anywhere you listen to podcasts!&nbsp;
To purchase 52 Weeks in the Word and gain access to the scripture breakdown, visit <a href="https://www.moodypublishers.com/52-weeks-in-the-word/">moodyradio.org/52weeksintheword&nbsp;</a>

66 Books in 52 Weeks: An Invitation

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This is WEEK 1 of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast - where you are invited to read the Bible, cover to cover, in 52 weeks.

Today, host Trillia Newbell is joined by Moody Radio's very own, Chris Brooks, for a conversation on how our reading and meditation on the book of Genesis can provide hope to broken families. Get in the Word so the Word can get into you. This is just the beginning!

Chris Brooks is the senior pastor of Woodside Bible Church, a multisite congregation across the Detroit metropolitan area. Chris served for 20 years as the senior pastor of Evangel Ministries, a thriving 1,600-member church in the heart of Detroit. He also served as the campus dean of Moody Theological Seminary in Plymouth, Michigan. A popular Detroit radio host since 2005, Chris is the author of Kingdom Dreaming and Urban Apologetics. He graduated from Michigan State University with a BA in Finance, completed his MA in Christian Apologetics at Biola University, and graduated from the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree at Asbury Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Yodit, are the proud parents of six children: Christopher, Zewditu, Cameron, Judah, Sophia, and Christyana.

This week’s reading: Genesis 1-28

This is WEEK 1 of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast - where you are invited to read the Bible, cover to cover, in 52 weeks.
Today, host Trillia Newbell is joined by Moody Radio's very own, Chris Brooks, for a conversation on how our reading and meditation on the book of Genesis can provide hope to broken families. Get in the Word so the Word can get into you. This is just the beginning!
Chris Brooks is the senior pastor of Woodside Bible Church, a multisite congregation across the Detroit metropolitan area. Chris served for 20 years as the senior pastor of Evangel Ministries, a thriving 1,600-member church in the heart of Detroit. He also served as the campus dean of Moody Theological Seminary in Plymouth, Michigan. A popular Detroit radio host since 2005, Chris is the author of Kingdom Dreaming and Urban Apologetics. He graduated from Michigan State University with a BA in Finance, completed his MA in Christian Apologetics at Biola University, and graduated from the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree at Asbury Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Yodit, are the proud parents of six children: Christopher, Zewditu, Cameron, Judah, Sophia, and Christyana.
This week&rsquo;s reading: Genesis 1-28

Week 1: Healing for Broken Families with Chris Brooks

Why is it important to start from the beginning when we read through the Bible? How does the book of Genesis inform the rest of scripture? 

Join host, Trillia Newbell and author and speaker, Jen Wilkin for WEEK 2 of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast for a conversation on the importance of Genesis. 

Jen Wilkin is an author and Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. She has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts. An advocate for Bible literacy, her passion is to see others become articulate and committed followers of Christ, with a clear understanding of why they believe what they believe, grounded in the Word of God.

This week’s reading: Genesis 29-50 

Why is it important to start from the beginning when we read through the Bible? How does the book of Genesis inform the rest of scripture? 
Join host, Trillia Newbell and author and speaker, Jen Wilkin for WEEK 2 of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast for a conversation on the importance of Genesis. 
Jen Wilkin is an author and Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. She has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts. An advocate for Bible literacy, her passion is to see others become articulate and committed followers of Christ, with a clear understanding of why they believe what they believe, grounded in the Word of God.
This week’s reading: Genesis 29-50

Week 2: The Importance of Genesis with Jen Wilkin

This is WEEK 3 of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast - where you will read the Bible, cover to cover in one calendar year. 

This week, Trillia Newbell is joined by Dr. Carmen Imes for a discussion on the Torah, and why the second book of the Bible, Exodus, is significant. 

Dr. Carmen Imes is a professor at Biola University, where she brings a passion for helping students and other laypeople engage the Old Testament and discover its relevance for Christian identity and mission. Since the release of her book, Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters (IVP 2019), Imes has appeared on more than 50 podcasts and radio shows and launched her own YouTube channel where she releases weekly "Torah Tuesday" videos. She is a guest blogger for Christianity Today, The Political Theology Network, and The Well (InterVarsity's blog for women in the academy and professions). Before earning her Ph.D. from Wheaton College, Carmen and her husband served as missionaries in the Philippines with SIM International, reaching out to ethnic minorities. Imes loves introducing students to the rich insights of the global church.

This week’s reading: Exodus 1-21 

This is WEEK 3 of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast - where you will read the Bible, cover to cover in one calendar year. 
This week, Trillia Newbell is joined by Dr. Carmen Imes for a discussion on the Torah, and why the second book of the Bible, Exodus, is significant. 
Dr. Carmen Imes is a professor at Biola University, where she brings a passion for helping students and other laypeople engage the Old Testament and discover its relevance for Christian identity and mission. Since the release of her book, Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters (IVP 2019), Imes has appeared on more than 50 podcasts and radio shows and launched her own YouTube channel where she releases weekly "Torah Tuesday" videos. She is a guest blogger for Christianity Today, The Political Theology Network, and The Well (InterVarsity's blog for women in the academy and professions). Before earning her Ph.D. from Wheaton College, Carmen and her husband served as missionaries in the Philippines with SIM International, reaching out to ethnic minorities. Imes loves introducing students to the rich insights of the global church.
This week’s reading: Exodus 1-21

Week 3: The Torah and the Significance of Exodus with Carmen Imes

Jen Wilkin is BACK for week 4 of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast - this time, to discuss the book of Exodus and to answer the following question: what are some themes in the book of Exodus and what might we be missing? 

Jen Wilkin is an author and Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. She has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts. An advocate for Bible literacy, her passion is to see others become articulate and committed followers of Christ, with a clear understanding of why they believe what they believe, grounded in the Word of God.

This week’s reading: Exodus 22-40 

Jen Wilkin is BACK for week 4 of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast - this time, to discuss the book of Exodus and to answer the following question: what are some themes in the book of Exodus and what might we be missing? 
Jen Wilkin is an author and Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. She has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts. An advocate for Bible literacy, her passion is to see others become articulate and committed followers of Christ, with a clear understanding of why they believe what they believe, grounded in the Word of God.
This week’s reading: Exodus 22-40

Week 4: Themes of Exodus with Jen Wilkin

Do you want to know about the beauty and design God’s law in the scriptures? Then this episode of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast is for you! Today, Trillia Newbell is joined by Dr. Elizabeth Woodson for a conversation all about the Law - specifically the Law in the book of Leviticus. Listen in for a conversation for how God’s character, kindness, and will are revealed through His laws. 

Elizabeth Woodson is a Bible teacher, theologian, author, and the Founder ofThe Woodson Institute, an organization that equips believers to understand and grow in their Christian faith.  She loves helping people internalize their faith and connect it practically to everyday life. With over a decade of experience in church ministry, Elizabeth is passionate about creating pathways for discipleship and theological education in the local church. 

Most recently, Elizabeth served on staff at The Village Church as the Institute Classes and Curriculum Director. She also worked as the Single Life Coordinator at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship under the leadership of Senior Pastor Dr. Tony Evans.

Elizabeth is a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary with a Masters in Christian Education. She is a contributing author for World on Fire and the author of the book Embrace Your Life: How To Find Joy When The Life You Have Is Not The Life You Hoped For and From Beginning To Forever: A Study of the Grand Narrative of Scripture.

This week’s reading: Leviticus 1-24 

Do you want to know about the beauty and design God’s law in the scriptures? Then this episode of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast is for you! Today, Trillia Newbell is joined by Dr. Elizabeth Woodson for a conversation all about the Law - specifically the Law in the book of Leviticus. Listen in for a conversation for how God’s character, kindness, and will are revealed through His laws. 
Elizabeth Woodson is a Bible teacher, theologian, author, and the Founder of<a href="https://thewoodsoninstitute.org/"> The Woodson Institute</a>, an organization that equips believers to understand and grow in their Christian faith.  She loves helping people internalize their faith and connect it practically to everyday life. With over a decade of experience in church ministry, Elizabeth is passionate about creating pathways for discipleship and theological education in the local church. 
Most recently, Elizabeth served on staff at The Village Church as the Institute Classes and Curriculum Director. She also worked as the Single Life Coordinator at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship under the leadership of Senior Pastor Dr. Tony Evans.
Elizabeth is a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary with a Masters in Christian Education. She is a contributing author for World on Fire and the author of the book Embrace Your Life: How To Find Joy When The Life You Have Is Not The Life You Hoped For and From Beginning To Forever: A Study of the Grand Narrative of Scripture.
This week’s reading: Leviticus 1-24

Week 5: Leviticus and the Law with Elizabeth Woodson

This is week 6 of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast, with special guest Mark Moore! In this episode, we dive into the psychology of interpretation: how we read the Bible, what factors influence our reading of the Scriptures, and why.

Mark Moore is a teaching pastor at Christ's Church of the Valley in Phoenix, AZ, one of the fastest growing and most dynamic churches in America. Here he leverages two decades in a college classroom teaching the New Testament. His goal is to make Scriptures accessible and relevant to people trying to make sense of Christianity. His two worlds of academic Bible study and practical Christian living come together in this powerful new tool called Core 52. 

This week’s reading Leviticus 25 - Numbers 14

This is week 6 of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast, with special guest Mark Moore! In this episode, we dive into the psychology of interpretation: how we read the Bible, what factors influence our reading of the Scriptures, and why.
Mark Moore is a teaching pastor at Christ's Church of the Valley in Phoenix, AZ, one of the fastest growing and most dynamic churches in America. Here he leverages two decades in a college classroom teaching the New Testament. His goal is to make Scriptures accessible and relevant to people trying to make sense of Christianity. His two worlds of academic Bible study and practical Christian living come together in this powerful new tool called Core 52. 
This week’s reading Leviticus 25 - Numbers 14

Week 6: The Psychology of Interperetation with Mark Moore

Why should we study the book of Numbers? Tune in to a conversation between host, Trillia Newbell and guest, Lauren Chandler for a rich understanding of how the book of Numbers provide significance to the whole of scripture. 

Lauren Chandler is a wife, mother of three, and worship leader at The Village Church in Flower Mound, Texas, where her husband, Matt, is the lead teaching pastor. She loves to stir people's hearts to know, receive, and connect with the God of the universe who loves them, particularly through worship. She enjoys studying God's Word and writing. 

This week’s reading Numbers 15 - Numbers 33

Why should we study the book of Numbers? Tune in to a conversation between host, Trillia Newbell and guest, Lauren Chandler for a rich understanding of how the book of Numbers provide significance to the whole of scripture. 
Lauren Chandler is a wife, mother of three, and worship leader at The Village Church in Flower Mound, Texas, where her husband, Matt, is the lead teaching pastor. She loves to stir people's hearts to know, receive, and connect with the God of the universe who loves them, particularly through worship. She enjoys studying God's Word and writing. 
This week’s reading Numbers 15 - Numbers 33

Week 7: Numbers with Lauren Chandler

Dr. Carmen Imes is BACK for week 8 of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast to answer the following question: why is there so much repetition in the book of Deuteronomy? What can we learn from this repetition?

Dr. Carmen Imes is a professor at Biola University, where she brings a passion for helping students and other laypeople engage the Old Testament and discover its relevance for Christian identity and mission. Since the release of her book, Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters (IVP 2019), Imes has appeared on more than 50 podcasts and radio shows and launched her own YouTube channel where she releases weekly "Torah Tuesday" videos. She is a guest blogger for Christianity Today, The Political Theology Network, and The Well (InterVarsity's blog for women in the academy and professions). Before earning her Ph.D. from Wheaton College, Carmen and her husband served as missionaries in the Philippines with SIM International, reaching out to ethnic minorities. Imes loves introducing students to the rich insights of the global church.

This week’s reading: Numbers 4 - Deuteronomy 19 

Dr. Carmen Imes is BACK for week 8 of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast to answer the following question: why is there so much repetition in the book of Deuteronomy? What can we learn from this repetition?
Dr. Carmen Imes is a professor at Biola University, where she brings a passion for helping students and other laypeople engage the Old Testament and discover its relevance for Christian identity and mission. Since the release of her book, Bearing God's Name: Why Sinai Still Matters (IVP 2019), Imes has appeared on more than 50 podcasts and radio shows and launched her own YouTube channel where she releases weekly "Torah Tuesday" videos. She is a guest blogger for Christianity Today, The Political Theology Network, and The Well (InterVarsity's blog for women in the academy and professions). Before earning her Ph.D. from Wheaton College, Carmen and her husband served as missionaries in the Philippines with SIM International, reaching out to ethnic minorities. Imes loves introducing students to the rich insights of the global church.
This week&rsquo;s reading: Numbers 4 - Deuteronomy 19&nbsp;

Week 8: Repetition in Deuteronomy with Carmen Imes

Is the Bible one big book? A collection of little books? Is it even a book at all? Join us for week 9 of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast where we are joined by Kristie Anyabwile for a discussion on Bible genres and how knowing the Bibles different genres can inform our Bible reading. 

Kristie Anyabwile is the author of Literarily: How Understanding Bible Genres Transforms Bible Study (Spring 2022), and editor of His Testimonies, My Heritage: Women of Color on the Word of God (2019). She is an instructor for women Bible teachers with the Charles Simeon Trust, and is a founding member of The Pelican Project, a women’s theology organization. She has written contributions for Held: 31 Biblical Reflections on God's Comfort and Care in the Sorrow of Miscarriage, ESV Women's Devotional Bible; Word-Filled Women's Ministry: Loving and Serving the Church; Women on Life: A Call to Love the Unborn, Unloved and Neglected; and Hospitality Matters: Reviving an Ancient Practice for Modern Missions. Her work can also be found at The Front Porch, The Gospel Coalition, Desiring God, Christianity Today, and Revive Our Hearts. She is a pastor’s wife and has been married to Thabiti 30 years. They have 3 children.

This week’s reading Deuteronomy 20 - Joshua 8

Is the Bible one big book? A collection of little books? Is it even a book at all? Join us for week 9 of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast where we are joined by Kristie Anyabwile for a discussion on Bible genres and how knowing the Bibles different genres can inform our Bible reading.&nbsp;
Kristie Anyabwile is the author of Literarily: How Understanding Bible Genres Transforms Bible Study (Spring 2022), and editor of His Testimonies, My Heritage: Women of Color on the Word of God (2019). She is an instructor for women Bible teachers with the Charles Simeon Trust, and is a founding member of The Pelican Project, a women&rsquo;s theology organization. She has written contributions for Held: 31 Biblical Reflections on God's Comfort and Care in the Sorrow of Miscarriage, ESV Women's Devotional Bible; Word-Filled Women's Ministry: Loving and Serving the Church; Women on Life: A Call to Love the Unborn, Unloved and Neglected; and Hospitality Matters: Reviving an Ancient Practice for Modern Missions. Her work can also be found at The Front Porch, The Gospel Coalition, Desiring God, Christianity Today, and Revive Our Hearts. She is a pastor&rsquo;s wife and has been married to Thabiti 30 years. They have 3 children.
This week&rsquo;s reading Deuteronomy 20 - Joshua 8

Week 9: Bible Genres with Kristie Anyabwile

Who was Joshua? And why is there a book written about him in the Bible? What can we learn from this book? If you’ve made it this far, you may want to know answers to these questions! Join us for another conversation with Elizabeth Woodson, this time on the book of Joshua. 

Elizabeth Woodson is a Bible teacher, theologian, author, and the Founder ofThe Woodson Institute, an organization that equips believers to understand and grow in their Christian faith.  She loves helping people internalize their faith and connect it practically to everyday life. With over a decade of experience in church ministry, Elizabeth is passionate about creating pathways for discipleship and theological education in the local church. 

Most recently, Elizabeth served on staff at The Village Church as the Institute Classes and Curriculum Director. She also worked as the Single Life Coordinator at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship under the leadership of Senior Pastor Dr. Tony Evans.

Elizabeth is a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary with a Masters in Christian Education. She is a contributing author for World on Fire and the author of the book Embrace Your Life: How To Find Joy When The Life You Have Is Not The Life You Hoped For and From Beginning To Forever: A Study of the Grand Narrative of Scripture.

This week’s reading: Joshua 9 - Judges 6

Who was Joshua? And why is there a book written about him in the Bible? What can we learn from this book? If you’ve made it this far, you may want to know answers to these questions! Join us for another conversation with Elizabeth Woodson, this time on the book of Joshua. 
Elizabeth Woodson is a Bible teacher, theologian, author, and the Founder of<a href="https://thewoodsoninstitute.org/"> The Woodson Institute</a>, an organization that equips believers to understand and grow in their Christian faith.  She loves helping people internalize their faith and connect it practically to everyday life. With over a decade of experience in church ministry, Elizabeth is passionate about creating pathways for discipleship and theological education in the local church. 
Most recently, Elizabeth served on staff at The Village Church as the Institute Classes and Curriculum Director. She also worked as the Single Life Coordinator at Oak Cliff Bible Fellowship under the leadership of Senior Pastor Dr. Tony Evans.
Elizabeth is a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary with a Masters in Christian Education. She is a contributing author for World on Fire and the author of the book Embrace Your Life: How To Find Joy When The Life You Have Is Not The Life You Hoped For and From Beginning To Forever: A Study of the Grand Narrative of Scripture.
This week’s reading: Joshua 9 - Judges 6

Week 10: Life Lessons from Joshua with Elizabeth Woodson

Ruth is one of the most famous characters in scripture. Her story is one of faithfulness, loyalty, and redemption. Join us for a conversation with Tessa Afshar about the book / character of Ruth and what we can learn from its themes. 

Tessa Afshar is the award-winning author of many biblical and inspirational historical fiction books, including Harvest of Gold which won a Christy Award and In the Field of Grace, a biblical fiction on the life of Ruth. Born in the Middle East, Tessa spent her teen years in England and later moved to the United States. Her conversion to Christianity in her twenties changed the course of her life. She holds a Master of Divinity from Yale, where she was co-chair of the Evangelical Fellowship. She served in women and prayer ministry for twenty years before becoming a full-time writer and speaker. 

Judges 7 - Ruth 4

Ruth is one of the most famous characters in scripture. Her story is one of faithfulness, loyalty, and redemption. Join us for a conversation with Tessa Afshar about the book / character of Ruth and what we can learn from its themes. 
Tessa Afshar is the award-winning author of many biblical and inspirational historical fiction books, including Harvest of Gold which won a Christy Award and In the Field of Grace, a biblical fiction on the life of Ruth. Born in the Middle East, Tessa spent her teen years in England and later moved to the United States. Her conversion to Christianity in her twenties changed the course of her life. She holds a Master of Divinity from Yale, where she was co-chair of the Evangelical Fellowship. She served in women and prayer ministry for twenty years before becoming a full-time writer and speaker. 
Judges 7 - Ruth 4

Week 11: Ruth with Tessa Afshar

If Jesus isn’t named until the Gospels, how can we find him in the Old Testament? Join us for a rich conversation with Nancy Guthrie about how the whole of scripture points to Jesus, even in reading through the story of Samuel. 

Nancy Guthrie teaches the Bible at her home church, Cornerstone Presbyterian Church in Franklin, Tennessee, as well as at conferences around the country and internationally, including her Biblical Theology Workshop for Women. She is the author of numerous books, including Saints and Scoundrels in the Story of Jesus and God Does His Best Work With Empty. She is the host of the Help Me Teach the Bible podcast at The Gospel Coalition. She and her husband host Respite Retreats for couples who have faced the death of a child and are co-hosts of the GriefShare video series. 

This week’s reading: 1 Samuel 1 - 1 Samuel 20

If Jesus isn’t named until the Gospels, how can we find him in the Old Testament? Join us for a rich conversation with Nancy Guthrie about how the whole of scripture points to Jesus, even in reading through the story of Samuel. 
Nancy Guthrie teaches the Bible at her home church, Cornerstone Presbyterian Church in Franklin, Tennessee, as well as at conferences around the country and internationally, including her Biblical Theology Workshop for Women. She is the author of numerous books, including Saints and Scoundrels in the Story of Jesus and God Does His Best Work With Empty. She is the host of the Help Me Teach the Bible podcast at The Gospel Coalition. She and her husband host Respite Retreats for couples who have faced the death of a child and are co-hosts of the GriefShare video series. 
This week’s reading: 1 Samuel 1 - 1 Samuel 20

Week 12: Jesus on Every Page with Nancy Guthrie

How can we approach and apply text that was previously used against the black community? How does our ethnic or racial background impact the way we read scripture? Join Trillia and Dr. Esau McCaulley for a conversation on audience, impact, and application.

Rev. Esau McCaulley, PhD is an associate professor of New Testament at Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL. He is the author of many works including Sharing in the Son’s Inheritance and the Children’s Book Josie Johnson Hair and the Holy Spirit. His book Reading While Black: African American Biblical Interpretation as an Exercise in Hope won numerous awards, including Christianity Today’s book of the year. His latest project is a memoir entitled: How far to the Promise Land: One Family’s Story of Hope and Survival in the American South. He is a contributing opinion writer for the New York Times. His writings have also appeared in places such as The Atlantic, Washington Post, and Christianity Today. He is married to Mandy, a pediatrician and navy reservist. Together, they have four wonderful children.

This week’s reading 1 Samuel 21 - 2 Samuel 11

How can we approach and apply text that was previously used against the black community? How does our ethnic or racial background impact the way we read scripture? Join Trillia and Dr. Esau McCaulley for a conversation on audience, impact, and application.
Rev. Esau McCaulley, PhD is an associate professor of New Testament at Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL. He is the author of many works including Sharing in the Son’s Inheritance and the Children’s Book Josie Johnson Hair and the Holy Spirit. His book Reading While Black: African American Biblical Interpretation as an Exercise in Hope won numerous awards, including Christianity Today’s book of the year. His latest project is a memoir entitled: How far to the Promise Land: One Family’s Story of Hope and Survival in the American South. He is a contributing opinion writer for the New York Times. His writings have also appeared in places such as The Atlantic, Washington Post, and Christianity Today. He is married to Mandy, a pediatrician and navy reservist. Together, they have four wonderful children.
This week’s reading 1 Samuel 21 - 2 Samuel 11

Week 13: African American Biblical Interpretation with Dr. Esau McCaulley

Sometimes the Old Testament can be intimidating - especially when it comes to the hills and valleys of reading about ancient Israel - but what is the significance of the Israelite narrative? What can we learn about the arc of the Bible through them? Join Trillia for a conversation with Dr. Charlie Dyer. 

Dr. Charlie Dyer served as provost and professor of Bible at Moody Bible Institute before becoming host of The Land and the Book radio program. Dr. Dyer is an Old Testament scholar as well as an authority on Middle Eastern history and religion. For the past 35 years he has traveled extensively throughout Israel and the Middle East. Dr. Dyer has authored and co-edited many books on the Middle East and the Old Testament, including The Christian Traveler’s Guide to the Holy Land, 30 Days in the Land with Jesus, and 30 Days in the Land of Psalms. In addition to hosting The Land and the Book, Dr. Dyer continues to serve as associate pastor of Grace Bible Church in Sun City, Arizona.

This week’s reading 2 Samuel 12 - 1 Kings 2

Sometimes the Old Testament can be intimidating - especially when it comes to the hills and valleys of reading about ancient Israel - but what is the significance of the Israelite narrative? What can we learn about the arc of the Bible through them? Join Trillia for a conversation with Dr. Charlie Dyer. 
Dr. Charlie Dyer served as provost and professor of Bible at Moody Bible Institute before becoming host of <a href="https://www.moodyradio.org/programs/the-land-and-the-book/">The Land and the Book</a> radio program. Dr. Dyer is an Old Testament scholar as well as an authority on Middle Eastern history and religion. For the past 35 years he has traveled extensively throughout Israel and the Middle East. Dr. Dyer has authored and co-edited many books on the Middle East and the Old Testament, including <a href="https://www.moodypublishers.com/the-christian-travelers-guide-to-the-holy-land/">The Christian Traveler’s Guide to the Holy Land</a>, <a href="https://www.moodypublishers.com/thirty-days-in-the-land-with-jesus/">30 Days in the Land with Jesus</a>, and <a href="https://www.moodypublishers.com/30-days-in-the-land-of-the-psalms/">30 Days in the Land of Psalms</a>. In addition to hosting The Land and the Book, Dr. Dyer continues to serve as associate pastor of Grace Bible Church in Sun City, Arizona.
This week’s reading 2 Samuel 12 - 1 Kings 2

Week 14: The Significance of Ancient Israel with Dr. Charlie Dyer

What does it mean to really “get in the weeds” of scripture? We all know that some parts of the Bible are harder to read, and therefore harder to teach. So how do we share the good news even when relating to the hard parts of the texts? Join this week of the 52 Weeks of the Word podcast for a conversation with Melissa Kruger.

Melissa Kruger serves as vice president of discipleship programming at The Gospel Coalition. She is the author of The Envy of Eve: Finding Contentment in a Covetous World, Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood,In All Things: A Nine Week Devotional Bible Study on Unshakeable Joy, Growing Together: Taking Mentoring Beyond Small Talk and Prayer Requests, and Wherever You Go, I Want You to Know. Her husband, Mike, is the president of Reformed Theological Seminary, and they have three children. She writes at Wits End, hosted by The Gospel Coalition.

This week’s reading 1 Kings 3 - 1 Kings 20

What does it mean to really “get in the weeds” of scripture? We all know that some parts of the Bible are harder to read, and therefore harder to teach. So how do we share the good news even when relating to the hard parts of the texts? Join this week of the 52 Weeks of the Word podcast for a conversation with Melissa Kruger.
Melissa Kruger serves as vice president of discipleship programming at The Gospel Coalition. She is the author of T<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1845507754/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=1845507754&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=wisen-20&amp;linkId=44ZH46TIXNOJVXS3">he Envy of Eve: Finding Contentment in a Covetous World</a>, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/160142650X/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=390957&amp;creativeASIN=160142650X&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=wisen-20&amp;linkId=77VVVDWHKKMRBDY7">Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood</a>, <a href="https://amzn.to/2KW6fkN">In All Things: A Nine Week Devotional Bible Study on Unshakeable Joy</a>, <a href="https://amzn.to/35ia291">Growing Together: Taking Mentoring Beyond Small Talk and Prayer Requests</a>, and <a href="https://amzn.to/35lzgmZ">Wherever You Go, I Want You to Know</a>. Her husband, Mike, is the president of Reformed Theological Seminary, and they have three children. She writes at <a href="https://blogs.thegospelcoalition.org/melissakruger/">Wits End</a>, hosted by The Gospel Coalition.
This week’s reading 1 Kings 3 - 1 Kings 20

Week 15: Teaching Tough Texts with Melissa Kruger

Who were the Kings of Judah? Were they Godly? Were they corrupt? Why does it matter and what can we learn about the Biblical narrative from these Kings and their stories? Join us for this week’s episode of 52 Weeks in the Word where host Trillia Newbell chats “all things kings” with Cynthia Cavanaugh. 

Cynthia Cavanaugh is an author, speaker, and leadership influencer. Her story of brokenness has propelled her to write, teach, and help others redeem their pain and heal through the pages of God's Word. She is an award-winning author of several books, and the upcoming Bible study The Godly Kings of Judah: Faithful Living for Lasting Influence, an 8-week study about how to leave a legacy that endures (2022). Cynthia holds her MA in Leadership from Trinity Western University, where she is an adjunct professor in the Leadership degree program for international students. In addition to writing, coaching, and teaching, she is a freelance editor for new authors and is the host of the podcast, The Soul Anchor. Cynthia and her husband live in the Pacific Northwest where they enjoy bicycling and spending time with their grandkids. Connect with Cynthia at: www.cynthiacavanaugh.com. 

This week’s reading: 1 Kings 21 - 2 Kings 15

Who were the Kings of Judah? Were they Godly? Were they corrupt? Why does it matter and what can we learn about the Biblical narrative from these Kings and their stories? Join us for this week’s episode of 52 Weeks in the Word where host Trillia Newbell chats “all things kings” with Cynthia Cavanaugh. 
Cynthia Cavanaugh is an author, speaker, and leadership influencer. Her story of brokenness has propelled her to write, teach, and help others redeem their pain and heal through the pages of God's Word. She is an award-winning author of several books, and the upcoming Bible study The Godly Kings of Judah: Faithful Living for Lasting Influence, an 8-week study about how to leave a legacy that endures (2022). Cynthia holds her MA in Leadership from Trinity Western University, where she is an adjunct professor in the Leadership degree program for international students. In addition to writing, coaching, and teaching, she is a freelance editor for new authors and is the host of the podcast, The Soul Anchor. Cynthia and her husband live in the Pacific Northwest where they enjoy bicycling and spending time with their grandkids. Connect with Cynthia at:<a href="http://www.cynthiacavanaugh.com/"> www.cynthiacavanaugh.com</a>. 
This week’s reading: 1 Kings 21 - 2 Kings 15

Week 16: Kings with Cynthia Cavanaugh

If you’ve read the Bible all the way through, you know it can be challenging to wake up every morning and get in the Word. It is a big, complex story full of things to learn! Today, we are joined by Drew Dyck for a conversation all about building and sustaining habits when it comes to getting (and staying) in the scriptures. 

Drew Dyck (M.A. in Theology) is an editor at Moody Publishers and the former managing editor of Leadership Journal. His work has been featured in USA Today, the Huffington Post, Christianity Today, and CNN.com. Drew is the author of Generation Ex-Christian and Yawning at Tigers. He lives with his wife Grace and their three children near Portland, Oregon. Connect with Drew at www.DrewDyck.com or follow him on Twitter @DrewDyck. 

This week’s reading: 2 Kings 16 - 1 Chronicles 9

If you’ve read the Bible all the way through, you know it can be challenging to wake up every morning and get in the Word. It is a big, complex story full of things to learn! Today, we are joined by Drew Dyck for a conversation all about building and sustaining habits when it comes to getting (and staying) in the scriptures. 
Drew Dyck (M.A. in Theology) is an editor at Moody Publishers and the former managing editor of Leadership Journal. His work has been featured in USA Today, the Huffington Post, Christianity Today, and CNN.com. Drew is the author of Generation Ex-Christian and Yawning at Tigers. He lives with his wife Grace and their three children near Portland, Oregon. Connect with Drew at www.DrewDyck.com or follow him on Twitter @DrewDyck. 
This week’s reading: 2 Kings 16 - 1 Chronicles 9

Week 17: Building Bible Reading Habits with Drew Dyck

Many places in scripture contain Genealogies - long lists of names and families that lead to the character at hand. Why are these Genealogies important? What do they reveal to the reader? What value to they bring? Join Trillia Newbell for a conversation with Dan Darling about Genealogies: what they are, why they matter, and what we can learn from them. 

Daniel Darling is an author, pastor, and leader. He was recently appointed as the director of the Land Center for Cultural Engagement at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Dan is a bestselling author of several books, including The Original Jesus, The Dignity Revolution, The Characters of Christmas, The Characters of Easter, and A Way With Words. He is the general editor, along with Trillia Newbell, of a small group study on racial reconciliation, The Church and the Racial Divide and is a contributor to The Worldview Study Bible. Dan is an award-winning writer whose work has appeared in numerous publications. He is a columnist for World Magazine, and a regular contributor to USA Today. His work is often featured in Christianity Today and The Gospel Coalition and his op-eds have appeared in The Washington Post, CNN, Washington Times, Time, Huffington Post, National Review, First Things, and other leading outlets. Publisher's Weekly called his writing style "substantive and punchy."Dan speaks and preaches around the country and is regularly interviewed on radio and television, including MSNBC's Morning Joe, CNN, and Fox. He is the host of a popular weekly podcast The Way Home where he interviews Christian leaders, politicians, and journalists. He holds a bachelor's degree in pastoral ministry from Dayspring Bible College, has studied at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and is a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has served churches in Illinois and Tennessee. He and his wife Angela have four children. 

This week’s reading: 1 Chronicles 10 - 2 Chronicles 33

Many places in scripture contain Genealogies - long lists of names and families that lead to the character at hand. Why are these Genealogies important? What do they reveal to the reader? What value to they bring? Join Trillia Newbell for a conversation with Dan Darling about Genealogies: what they are, why they matter, and what we can learn from them. 
Daniel Darling is an author, pastor, and leader. He was recently appointed as the director of the Land Center for Cultural Engagement at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. Dan is a bestselling author of several books, including The Original Jesus, The Dignity Revolution, The Characters of Christmas, The Characters of Easter, and A Way With Words. He is the general editor, along with Trillia Newbell, of a small group study on racial reconciliation, The Church and the Racial Divide and is a contributor to The Worldview Study Bible. Dan is an award-winning writer whose work has appeared in numerous publications. He is a columnist for World Magazine, and a regular contributor to USA Today. His work is often featured in Christianity Today and The Gospel Coalition and his op-eds have appeared in The Washington Post, CNN, Washington Times, Time, Huffington Post, National Review, First Things, and other leading outlets. Publisher's Weekly called his writing style "substantive and punchy."Dan speaks and preaches around the country and is regularly interviewed on radio and television, including MSNBC's Morning Joe, CNN, and Fox. He is the host of a popular weekly podcast The Way Home where he interviews Christian leaders, politicians, and journalists. He holds a bachelor's degree in pastoral ministry from Dayspring Bible College, has studied at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, and is a graduate of Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. He has served churches in Illinois and Tennessee. He and his wife Angela have four children. 
This week’s reading: 1 Chronicles 10 - 2 Chronicles 33

Week 18: The Importance of Genealogies with Dan Darling

Prayer, scripture reading, silence, solitude, and fasting are all examples of spiritual disciplines. What are the spiritual disciplines for? Is there value in exercising these disciplines, even in modern times? Tune in to this week’s episode of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast with Trillia Newbell and Bill Thrasher to find out!

Dr. Bill Thrasher has served on the faculty of Moody Bible Institute since 1980 and on the graduate school faculty since 1990, where he oversees the Master's Program in Spiritual Formation and Discipleship. He is a frequent speaker in churches and retreats across the county. He has written numerous books and articles on a variety of subjects related to Christian living. He is married to Penny and they have three sons—Will, Michael, and David. 

This week’s reading: 2 Chronicles 34 - Nehemiah 9

Prayer, scripture reading, silence, solitude, and fasting are all examples of spiritual disciplines. What are the spiritual disciplines for? Is there value in exercising these disciplines, even in modern times? Tune in to this week’s episode of the 52 Weeks in the Word podcast with Trillia Newbell and Bill Thrasher to find out!
Dr. Bill Thrasher has served on the faculty of Moody Bible Institute since 1980 and on the graduate school faculty since 1990, where he oversees the Master's Program in Spiritual Formation and Discipleship. He is a frequent speaker in churches and retreats across the county. He has written numerous books and articles on a variety of subjects related to Christian living. He is married to Penny and they have three sons—Will, Michael, and David. 
This week’s reading: 2 Chronicles 34 - Nehemiah 9

Week 19: Spiritual Disciplines with Dr. Bill Thrasher

Are you in need of some encouragement? If you’ve been on this Bible reading journey with us, you may be excited to spend some time with Trillia, solo, for a conversation on staying the course.

In this episode, Trillia provides encouragement and wisdom, from the heart, for those who are reading along.

This week's reading: 2 Chronicles 32 - Nehemiah 9

Are you in need of some encouragement? If you’ve been on this Bible reading journey with us, you may be excited to spend some time with Trillia, solo, for a conversation on staying the course.
In this episode, Trillia provides encouragement and wisdom, from the heart, for those who are reading along.
This week's reading: 2 Chronicles 32 - Nehemiah 9

Week 20: Devotional of Encouragement with Trillia Newbell

If you’ve ever read the book of Job, you know that it is a story of loss, grief, bad advice, and crying out to God. Can there be comfort in this story for believers? Can their be encouragement in the sorrow? Join us this week for another conversation with Nancy Guthrie as we dive into the book of Job together. 

Nancy Guthrie teaches the Bible at her home church, Cornerstone Presbyterian Church in Franklin, Tennessee, as well as at conferences around the country and internationally, including her Biblical Theology Workshop for Women. She is the author of numerous books, including Saints and Scoundrels in the Story of Jesus and God Does His Best Work With Empty. She is the host of the Help Me Teach the Bible podcast at The Gospel Coalition. She and her husband host Respite Retreats for couples who have faced the death of a child and are co-hosts of the GriefShare video series.

This Week’s Reading: Nehemiah 10 - Job 15

If you’ve ever read the book of Job, you know that it is a story of loss, grief, bad advice, and crying out to God. Can there be comfort in this story for believers? Can their be encouragement in the sorrow? Join us this week for another conversation with Nancy Guthrie as we dive into the book of Job together. 
Nancy Guthrie teaches the Bible at her home church, Cornerstone Presbyterian Church in Franklin, Tennessee, as well as at conferences around the country and internationally, including her Biblical Theology Workshop for Women. She is the author of numerous books, including Saints and Scoundrels in the Story of Jesus and God Does His Best Work With Empty. She is the host of the Help Me Teach the Bible podcast at The Gospel Coalition. She and her husband host Respite Retreats for couples who have faced the death of a child and are co-hosts of the GriefShare video series.
This Week’s Reading: Nehemiah 10 - Job 15

Week 21: Does the Book of Job Bring Comfort? with Nancy Guthrie

We’ve all experienced momentary hurt, pain and trial - but what about long suffering? The kind of suffering marked by consistent grief, struggle, and tears? In this episode, we are joined by Lauren Chandler for a conversation all about this kind of suffering - what it is and how we can see it in the book of Job. 

Lauren Chandler is a wife, mother of three, and worship leader at The Village Church in Flower Mound, Texas, where her husband, Matt, is the lead teaching pastor. She loves to stir people's hearts to know, receive, and connect with the God of the universe who loves them, particularly through worship. She enjoys studying God's Word and writing. 

This Week’s Reading: Job 16 - Psalm 8

We’ve all experienced momentary hurt, pain and trial - but what about long suffering? The kind of suffering marked by consistent grief, struggle, and tears? In this episode, we are joined by Lauren Chandler for a conversation all about this kind of suffering - what it is and how we can see it in the book of Job. 
Lauren Chandler is a wife, mother of three, and worship leader at The Village Church in Flower Mound, Texas, where her husband, Matt, is the lead teaching pastor. She loves to stir people's hearts to know, receive, and connect with the God of the universe who loves them, particularly through worship. She enjoys studying God's Word and writing. 
This Week’s Reading: Job 16 - Psalm 8

Week 22: Long Suffering with Lauren Chandler

The book of Psalms is a collection of poems, lyrics, and musical musings from various Old Testament authors. What can we learn from these Psalms? In this episode, we focus in on Psalm 46 with Courtney Resissig - focusing on God as our refuge, fortress, and strength. 

Courtney Reissig is the author of Glory in the Ordinary: Why Your Work in the Home Matters to God, The Accidental Feminist: Restoring Our Delight in God’s Good Design, and Teach Me to Feel: Worshiping Through the Psalms in Every Season of Life. She is married to Daniel, has four sons, and they belong to Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. You can read more of her writing on her blog or follow her on Twitter. 

This Week’s Reading: Psalm 9 - Psalm 40

The book of Psalms is a collection of poems, lyrics, and musical musings from various Old Testament authors. What can we learn from these Psalms? In this episode, we focus in on Psalm 46 with Courtney Resissig - focusing on God as our refuge, fortress, and strength. 
Courtney Reissig is the author of Glory in the Ordinary: Why Your Work in the Home Matters to God, The Accidental Feminist: Restoring Our Delight in God’s Good Design, and Teach Me to Feel: Worshiping Through the Psalms in Every Season of Life. She is married to Daniel, has four sons, and they belong to Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. You can read more of her writing on her blog or follow her on Twitter. 
This Week’s Reading: Psalm 9 - Psalm 40

Week 23: The Psalms and Psalm 46 with Courtney Reissig

Have you ever heard an old hymn that contains the words, the Lord make His face shine upon you? This theme of the Lord’s face shining upon His people is seen as a theme throughout all of scripture - including Psalm 67. Join us for this episode for a discussion of this Psalm with Isaac Adams. 

Isaac Adams serves as lead pastor at Iron City Church in Birmingham, Alabama, and is the founder of United? We Pray, a ministry devoted to praying about racial strife. He is a speaker and author of the new book, Talking About Race: Gospel Hope for Hard Convos. You can follow him on Twitter. 

This Week’s Reading: Psalm 41 - Psalm 77

Have you ever heard an old hymn that contains the words, the Lord make His face shine upon you? This theme of the Lord’s face shining upon His people is seen as a theme throughout all of scripture - including Psalm 67. Join us for this episode for a discussion of this Psalm with Isaac Adams. 
Isaac Adams serves as lead pastor at Iron City Church in Birmingham, Alabama, and is the founder of United? We Pray, a ministry devoted to praying about racial strife. He is a speaker and author of the new book, Talking About Race: Gospel Hope for Hard Convos. You can follow him on Twitter. 
This Week’s Reading: Psalm 41 - Psalm 77

Week 24: Psalm 67 with Isaac Adams

Psalm 119 is a lengthy meditation on a love for God’s precepts. How do we apply this Psalm to our life today as lovers and doers of the Word? Join Trillia Newbell and Kristie Anyabwile for a discussion on this chapter of scripture - what it is, why it matters, and how we can apply it today. 

Kristie Anyabwile is a pastor’s wife and the mother of Afiya, Eden, and Titus. She joyfully supports her husband of 24 years, Thabiti, as he pastors Anacostia River Church in Southeast Washington, D.C. Kristie enjoys spending time with family, cooking, and discipling women, as well as speaking and writing about marriage, motherhood, and ministry. 

This Week’s Reading: Psalm 78 - Psalm 118 

Psalm 119 is a lengthy meditation on a love for God’s precepts. How do we apply this Psalm to our life today as lovers and doers of the Word? Join Trillia Newbell and Kristie Anyabwile for a discussion on this chapter of scripture - what it is, why it matters, and how we can apply it today. 
Kristie Anyabwile is a pastor’s wife and the mother of Afiya, Eden, and Titus. She joyfully supports her husband of 24 years, Thabiti, as he pastors Anacostia River Church in Southeast Washington, D.C. Kristie enjoys spending time with family, cooking, and discipling women, as well as speaking and writing about marriage, motherhood, and ministry. 
This Week’s Reading: Psalm 78 - Psalm 118

Week 25: Psalm 119 with Kristie Anyabwile

If you believe that God is love, then you know full well that God loves you. Praise the Lord for His love! But…do you believe that God knows you? That he fully knows you and fully loves you? That He knit you together in your mother's womb? Join us today for a conversation with Chris Brooks all about Psalm 139 and God’s deep knowledge of us. 

Chris Brooks is the senior pastor of Woodside Bible Church, a multisite congregation across the Detroit metropolitan area. Chris served for 20 years as the senior pastor of Evangel Ministries, a thriving 1,600-member church in the heart of Detroit. He also served as the campus dean of Moody Theological Seminary in Plymouth, Michigan. A popular Detroit radio host since 2005, Chris is the author of Kingdom Dreaming and Urban Apologetics. He graduated from Michigan State University with a BA in Finance, completed his MA in Christian Apologetics at Biola University, and graduated from the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree at Asbury Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Yodit, are the proud parents of six children: Christopher, Zewditu, Cameron, Judah, Sophia, and Christyana.

This Week’s Reading: Psalm 119 - Proverbs 8

If you believe that God is love, then you know full well that God loves you. Praise the Lord for His love! But…do you believe that God knows you? That he fully knows you and fully loves you? That He knit you together in your mother's womb? Join us today for a conversation with Chris Brooks all about Psalm 139 and God’s deep knowledge of us. 
Chris Brooks is the senior pastor of Woodside Bible Church, a multisite congregation across the Detroit metropolitan area. Chris served for 20 years as the senior pastor of Evangel Ministries, a thriving 1,600-member church in the heart of Detroit. He also served as the campus dean of Moody Theological Seminary in Plymouth, Michigan. A popular Detroit radio host since 2005, Chris is the author of Kingdom Dreaming and Urban Apologetics. He graduated from Michigan State University with a BA in Finance, completed his MA in Christian Apologetics at Biola University, and graduated from the Oxford Centre for Christian Apologetics. He is currently pursuing a Doctor of Ministry degree at Asbury Theological Seminary. He and his wife, Yodit, are the proud parents of six children: Christopher, Zewditu, Cameron, Judah, Sophia, and Christyana.
This Week’s Reading: Psalm 119 - Proverbs 8

Week 26: Psalm 139 with Chris Brooks

Did you know that “proverb” is not a Biblically exclusive term? There are all sorts of proverbs from many different cultures, religions, and people groups. T There are Irish proverbs, Buddhist proverbs, and proverbs from just about every spoken language. The book of Proverbs in the Bible, however, is God breathed and God inspired - making its wisdom divine and set apart. 

Today we are joined by Karen Ellis for a conversation all about the book of Proverbs - what it is, how to read it, and how its wisdom applies to our life today. 

Karen Ellis is the Director of the Center for the Study of the Bible & Ethnicity at Reformed Theological Seminary (Atlanta). She holds Master’s degrees from Yale University and Westminster Theological Seminary, and is a Ph.D. candidate at Oxford Center for Mission Studies in Oxford, England. Since 2003, she has worked as an advocate for the global persecuted Church, raising awareness and promoting indigenous leadership in countries where Christianity is restricted or repressed. Karen is married to Dr. Carl F. Ellis, Jr., a Professor of Theology and Culture at RTS. 

This Week’s Reading: Proverbs 9 - Proverbs 31 

Did you know that “proverb” is not a Biblically exclusive term? There are all sorts of proverbs from many different cultures, religions, and people groups. T There are Irish proverbs, Buddhist proverbs, and proverbs from just about every spoken language. The book of Proverbs in the Bible, however, is God breathed and God inspired - making its wisdom divine and set apart. 
Today we are joined by Karen Ellis for a conversation all about the book of Proverbs - what it is, how to read it, and how its wisdom applies to our life today. 
Karen Ellis is the Director of the Center for the Study of the Bible &amp; Ethnicity at Reformed Theological Seminary (Atlanta). She holds Master’s degrees from Yale University and Westminster Theological Seminary, and is a Ph.D. candidate at Oxford Center for Mission Studies in Oxford, England. Since 2003, she has worked as an advocate for the global persecuted Church, raising awareness and promoting indigenous leadership in countries where Christianity is restricted or repressed. Karen is married to Dr. Carl F. Ellis, Jr., a Professor of Theology and Culture at RTS. 
This Week’s Reading: Proverbs 9 - Proverbs 31

Week 27: Wisdom from the Proverbs with Karen Ellis

The very first words that we read in scripture are, In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. And as we dive further into the creation story we come to realize just how creative God is! The creativity of God doesn’t stop with Genesis, however. This quality of God weaves itself throughout the entirety of the Biblical narrative. 

Join host Trillia Newbell and Blair Linne today for a discussion all about God and His creativity. 

Blair Linne is an author, speaker, actress, and Christian spoken word artist. She has appeared in numerous theater productions, commercials, and television shows including Days of Our Lives, Alias, Malcolm in the Middle, Boston Public, The Parkers and American Dreams, as well as her own Saturday morning show, SK8 (Skate) on NBC.

Blair has toured globally and is known as one of the originators of the Christian Spoken Word genre. At 13, she was one of the youngest contributors at The World Stage Anansi writer’s workshop. Since then, she has written poetry for Sprite, Neutrogena, NBC, and the Gospel Coalition. She has been featured on ABC’s Nightline, 102.3 KJLH, Revive Our Hearts, the Los Angeles Times, and several Christian Hip Hop albums. Proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ through spoken word is her passion.

She lives with her husband Shai and their three children in Philadelphia. Blair serves in discipling women at Risen Christ Fellowship.

This Week’s Reading: Ecclesiastes 1- Isaiah 7

The very first words that we read in scripture are, In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth. And as we dive further into the creation story we come to realize just how creative God is! The creativity of God doesn’t stop with Genesis, however. This quality of God weaves itself throughout the entirety of the Biblical narrative. 
Join host Trillia Newbell and Blair Linne today for a discussion all about God and His creativity. 
Blair Linne is an author, speaker, actress, and Christian spoken word artist. She has appeared in numerous theater productions, commercials, and television shows including Days of Our Lives, Alias, Malcolm in the Middle, Boston Public, The Parkers and American Dreams, as well as her own Saturday morning show, SK8 (Skate) on NBC.
Blair has toured globally and is known as one of the originators of the Christian Spoken Word genre. At 13, she was one of the youngest contributors at The World Stage Anansi writer’s workshop. Since then, she has written poetry for Sprite, Neutrogena, NBC, and the Gospel Coalition. She has been featured on ABC’s Nightline, 102.3 KJLH, Revive Our Hearts, the Los Angeles Times, and several Christian Hip Hop albums. Proclaiming the gospel of Jesus Christ through spoken word is her passion.
She lives with her husband Shai and their three children in Philadelphia. Blair serves in discipling women at Risen Christ Fellowship.
This Week’s Reading: Ecclesiastes 1- Isaiah 7

Week 28: The Creativity of God with Blair Linne

The Bible is a BIG book! We all know this. It is full of wisdom and drama and disappointment and victory and violence and desire and tells the greatest story ever told! So how do we teach our young kids the Bible? How do we instill in them a love for the scriptures? Join us for a conversation with Hunter Beless to find out! 

Hunter Beless is the founder and executive director of the Journeywomen Podcast. She believes God has called her to seek after those whom he has awakened to guide them back to their Heavenly Father. Hunter exercises this God-given design through her roles as a wife, mama, and podcast host. 

This Week’s Reading: Isaiah 8 - Isaiah 31

The Bible is a BIG book! We all know this. It is full of wisdom and drama and disappointment and victory and violence and desire and tells the greatest story ever told! So how do we teach our young kids the Bible? How do we instill in them a love for the scriptures? Join us for a conversation with Hunter Beless to find out! 
Hunter Beless is the founder and executive director of the Journeywomen Podcast. She believes God has called her to seek after those whom he has awakened to guide them back to their Heavenly Father. Hunter exercises this God-given design through her roles as a wife, mama, and podcast host. 
This Week’s Reading: Isaiah 8 - Isaiah 31

Week 29: Teaching Young Kids the Bible with Hunter Beless

Isaiah was one of the 5 major prophets in the Old Testament. He was often called the “messianic prophet” - giving tangible pointers to Jesus’ coming. Isaiah is packed full of warnings, historical context, and prophecies of the coming age. We could do a whole podcast on Isaiah! Today, we are joined by Natalie Abbott for some basic building blocks on reading the book of Isaiah.

Natalie Abbott is a Co-Founder and the Chief Content Officer of Dwell Differently - a ministry on a mission to memorize one million verses together! She has 5 kids and is married to Jason. She loves Earl Gray Tea, all kinds of word things like books, poetry, and podcasts, and hosts the Dwell Differently weekly podcast offering. 

This Week’s Reading: Isaiah 32 - Isaiah 50 

Isaiah was one of the 5 major prophets in the Old Testament. He was often called the “messianic prophet” - giving tangible pointers to Jesus’ coming. Isaiah is packed full of warnings, historical context, and prophecies of the coming age. We could do a whole podcast on Isaiah! Today, we are joined by Natalie Abbott for some basic building blocks on reading the book of Isaiah.
Natalie Abbott is a Co-Founder and the Chief Content Officer of Dwell Differently - a ministry on a mission to memorize one million verses together! She has 5 kids and is married to Jason. She loves Earl Gray Tea, all kinds of word things like books, poetry, and podcasts, and hosts the Dwell Differently weekly podcast offering. 
This Week’s Reading: Isaiah 32 - Isaiah 50

Week 30: The Book of Isaiah with Natalie Abbott

Elizabeth Woodson is BACK for another episode of 52 Weeks in the Word, this time, to discuss the book of Jeremiah. Jeremiah is a LONG book so we are going to discuss three questions in today’s episode: how can we keep reading? Why should we keep reading? And what should we learn about Jeremiah when reading this book?

Elizabeth Woodson is a Bible teacher and author who is passionate about equipping believers to understand the rich theological truths of Scripture. She loves helping people internalize their faith and connect it practically to everyday life. She is a contributing author of World on Fire: Walking in the Wisdom of Christ When Everyone’s Fighting About Everything and the author of Embrace Your Life: How To Find Joy When The Life You Have Is Not The Life You Hoped For. She is also a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary with a master’s in Christian education. 

This Week'd Reading: Isaiah 51 - Jeremiah 3

Elizabeth Woodson is BACK for another episode of 52 Weeks in the Word, this time, to discuss the book of Jeremiah. Jeremiah is a LONG book so we are going to discuss three questions in today’s episode: how can we keep reading? Why should we keep reading? And what should we learn about Jeremiah when reading this book?
Elizabeth Woodson is a Bible teacher and author who is passionate about equipping believers to understand the rich theological truths of Scripture. She loves helping people internalize their faith and connect it practically to everyday life. She is a contributing author of World on Fire: Walking in the Wisdom of Christ When Everyone’s Fighting About Everything and the author of Embrace Your Life: How To Find Joy When The Life You Have Is Not The Life You Hoped For. She is also a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary with a master’s in Christian education. 
This Week'd Reading: Isaiah 51 - Jeremiah 3

Week 31: The Book of Jeremiah with Elizabeth Woodson

We talk a lot in this podcast about personal Bible study - but what about those of us with kids? How can we engage them in the word as a family? How can we study the scriptures together? In this episode, we are joined by Melissa Kruger for a conversation all about family devotional time - what it is, how to create time for it, and what it can look like in order to bear fruit. 

Melissa Krugerserves as director of women’s content at The Gospel Coalition. She is the author of The Envy of Eve: Finding Contentment in a Covetous World, Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood,In All Things: A Nine Week Devotional Bible Study on Unshakeable Joy, Growing Together: Taking Mentoring Beyond Small Talk and Prayer Requests, and Wherever You Go, I Want You to Know. Her husband, Mike, is the president of Reformed Theological Seminary, and they have three children. She writes at Wits End, hosted by The Gospel Coalition. You can follow her on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter. 

This Week's Reading: Jeremiah 4 - Jeremiah 21

We talk a lot in this podcast about personal Bible study - but what about those of us with kids? How can we engage them in the word as a family? How can we study the scriptures together? In this episode, we are joined by Melissa Kruger for a conversation all about family devotional time - what it is, how to create time for it, and what it can look like in order to bear fruit. 
Melissa Kruger serves as director of women’s content at The Gospel Coalition. She is the author of The Envy of Eve: Finding Contentment in a Covetous World, Walking with God in the Season of Motherhood, In All Things: A Nine Week Devotional Bible Study on Unshakeable Joy, Growing Together: Taking Mentoring Beyond Small Talk and Prayer Requests, and Wherever You Go, I Want You to Know. Her husband, Mike, is the president of Reformed Theological Seminary, and they have three children. She writes at Wits End, hosted by The Gospel Coalition. You can follow her on Instagram, Facebook, or Twitter. 
This Week's Reading: Jeremiah 4 - Jeremiah 21

Week 32: Family Devotion Time with Melissa Kruger

One of the amazing attributes of our God is that He lives outside of time. It is one of the profound reasons why he is worthy of our worship! We as humans, however, only have 24 hours in the day! How do we actually create time to study the Bible? Why is it worth it? Join Trillia Newbell and Jennifer Lucy Tyler for a conversation all about making time. 

Washington D.C. native Jennifer Lucy Tyler is a wife, writer, bible teacher and the founder of Soul Circles.  She is passionate about seeing women know God, study their bibles and live on mission in their day to day lives.  With a passion to rightly divide the Word of Truth, Jennifer’s teachings and practical instructions will provide the Soul Circle attendees with basic tools to enhance their personal Bible study.  

This Week’s Reading Jeremiah 22 - Jeremiah 38 

One of the amazing attributes of our God is that He lives outside of time. It is one of the profound reasons why he is worthy of our worship! We as humans, however, only have 24 hours in the day! How do we actually create time to study the Bible? Why is it worth it? Join Trillia Newbell and Jennifer Lucy Tyler for a conversation all about making time. 
Washington D.C. native Jennifer Lucy Tyler is a wife, writer, bible teacher and the founder of Soul Circles.  She is passionate about seeing women know God, study their bibles and live on mission in their day to day lives.  With a passion to rightly divide the Word of Truth, Jennifer’s teachings and practical instructions will provide the Soul Circle attendees with basic tools to enhance their personal Bible study.  
This Week’s Reading Jeremiah 22 - Jeremiah 38

Week 33: Making Time to Study the Bible with Jennifer Lucy Tyler

What does it mean to lament? What does it have to do with the Bible? And how does it relate to rest? Join us for this week’s episode of 52 Weeks in the Word with our special guest, Jen Oshman for a conversation all about the book of Lamentations. 

Jen Oshman is a wife and mom to four daughters and has served as a missionary for almost two decades on three continents. She lives in Colorado, where she encourages her church-planting husband at Redemption Parker. Her passion is leading women into a deeper faith and fostering a biblical worldview. She writes about that at jenoshman.com. Her first book isEnough About Me: Find Lasting Joy in the Age of Self (Crossway) and second  Cultural Counterfeits: Confronting 5 Empty Promises of Our Age and How We Were Made for So Much More

This week’s reading: Jeremiah 39 - Lamentations 2

What does it mean to lament? What does it have to do with the Bible? And how does it relate to rest? Join us for this week’s episode of 52 Weeks in the Word with our special guest, Jen Oshman for a conversation all about the book of Lamentations. 
Jen Oshman is a wife and mom to four daughters and has served as a missionary for almost two decades on three continents. She lives in Colorado, where she encourages her church-planting husband at<a href="https://redemptionparker.org/"> Redemption Parker</a>. Her passion is leading women into a deeper faith and fostering a biblical worldview. She writes about that at<a href="https://www.jenoshman.com/"> jenoshman.com</a>. Her first book is<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Enough-about-Me-Find-Lasting/dp/1433565994/?tag=thegospcoal-20"> Enough About Me: Find Lasting Joy in the Age of Self</a> (Crossway) and second <a href="https://amzn.to/35CUEqw"> Cultural Counterfeits: Confronting 5 Empty Promises of Our Age and How We Were Made for So Much More</a> 
This week’s reading: Jeremiah 39 - Lamentations 2

Week 34: The Rest of Lamentations with Jen Oshman

There is a lot of depth in this week’s reading. From Lamentations to Ezekiel, we are exposed to themes of grief, exile, and the prophetic. How do we engage with these parts of the scriptures? Join us on this week’s episode of 52 Weeks in the Word for a conversation with Erica Wiggenhorn. 

Erica Wiggenhorn is the founder of Every Life Ministries, bringing the truths of Scripture to transform lives. She teaches in various local and national venues and serves on the women's ministry leadership team for her church. She's also taught women in the Arizona State Prison system, and overseas. She loves to bring God's Word through Bible teaching, conferences, seminars and retreats. A graduate of Azusa Pacific University, Erica lives in Phoenix with her husband, Jonathan, and their two children, Eliana and Nathan. For more information about Erica, her Bible studies, and writing/speaking ministry, visit www.EricaWiggenhorn.com. 

Lamentations 3 - Ezekiel 19 

There is a lot of depth in this week’s reading. From Lamentations to Ezekiel, we are exposed to themes of grief, exile, and the prophetic. How do we engage with these parts of the scriptures? Join us on this week’s episode of 52 Weeks in the Word for a conversation with Erica Wiggenhorn. 
Erica Wiggenhorn is the founder of Every Life Ministries, bringing the truths of Scripture to transform lives. She teaches in various local and national venues and serves on the women's ministry leadership team for her church. She's also taught women in the Arizona State Prison system, and overseas. She loves to bring God's Word through Bible teaching, conferences, seminars and retreats. A graduate of Azusa Pacific University, Erica lives in Phoenix with her husband, Jonathan, and their two children, Eliana and Nathan. For more information about Erica, her Bible studies, and writing/speaking ministry, visit www.EricaWiggenhorn.com. 
Lamentations 3 - Ezekiel 19

Week 35: Ezekiel with Erica Wiggenhorn

Transitions can be both exciting and hard. Can scripture and God’s work can ground us and guide us during this times? How? Today we are joined by Hunter Beless for a conversation on how the scriptures can provide consistency, rhythm, and comfort in ever-changing times. 
Hunter Beless is the founder and executive director of the Journeywomen Podcast. She believes God has called her to seek after those whom he has awakened to guide them back to their Heavenly Father. Hunter exercises this God-given design through her roles as a wife, mama, and podcast host. 

This week’s reading: Ezekiel 20 - Ezekiel 36 

Transitions can be both exciting and hard. Can scripture and God’s work can ground us and guide us during this times? How? Today we are joined by Hunter Beless for a conversation on how the scriptures can provide consistency, rhythm, and comfort in ever-changing times.  Hunter Beless is the founder and executive director of the Journeywomen Podcast. She believes God has called her to seek after those whom he has awakened to guide them back to their Heavenly Father. Hunter exercises this God-given design through her roles as a wife, mama, and podcast host. 
This week’s reading: Ezekiel 20 - Ezekiel 36

Week 36: Life and Transitions with Hunter Beless

Did you know that there are different kinds of books in the Bible? There is narrative literature, wisdom literature, the Law, and prophetic literature (among other genres). Today we are going to focus on the prophetic - specifically, the minor prophets. There are 12 minor prophetic books in the Bible. How can we read these books? What context do we need? How can we apply this? Tune in to this week’s episode to find out!

Charles Dyer (BA, Washington Bible College; ThM and PhD, Dallas Theological Seminary) served as provost and dean of education at Moody Bible Institute before becoming professor-at-large of Bible at Moody and host of The Land and the Book radio program. Before coming to Moody, Charlie served for 20 years in multiple administrative and faculty roles at Dallas Theological Seminary, ultimately serving as executive vice president under Chuck Swindoll. In addition to his role as host of The Land and the Book radio program, Charlie is an Old Testament scholar and an authority on Middle Eastern history and geography. He also served as associate pastor of Grace Bible Church in Sun City, Arizona.  

Charlie has traveled extensively throughout the Middle East for more than 30 years and has led more than 80 trips. Charlie is the author of numerous books, including A Voice in the Wilderness, What's Next?, The New Christian Traveler's Guide, Character Counts: The Power of Personal Integrity, and Thirty Days in the Land with Jesus. His most recent book is The ISIS Crisis: What You Really Need to Know. Charlie and his wife, Kathy, have been married for more than 40 years and have two grown children.  

This week’s reading: Ezekiel 37 - Daniel 6 

Did you know that there are different kinds of books in the Bible? There is narrative literature, wisdom literature, the Law, and prophetic literature (among other genres). Today we are going to focus on the prophetic - specifically, the minor prophets. There are 12 minor prophetic books in the Bible. How can we read these books? What context do we need? How can we apply this? Tune in to this week’s episode to find out!
Charles Dyer (BA, Washington Bible College; ThM and PhD, Dallas Theological Seminary) served as provost and dean of education at Moody Bible Institute before becoming professor-at-large of Bible at Moody and host of The Land and the Book radio program. Before coming to Moody, Charlie served for 20 years in multiple administrative and faculty roles at Dallas Theological Seminary, ultimately serving as executive vice president under Chuck Swindoll. In addition to his role as host of The Land and the Book radio program, Charlie is an Old Testament scholar and an authority on Middle Eastern history and geography. He also served as associate pastor of Grace Bible Church in Sun City, Arizona.  
Charlie has traveled extensively throughout the Middle East for more than 30 years and has led more than 80 trips. Charlie is the author of numerous books, including A Voice in the Wilderness, What's Next?, The New Christian Traveler's Guide, Character Counts: The Power of Personal Integrity, and Thirty Days in the Land with Jesus. His most recent book is The ISIS Crisis: What You Really Need to Know. Charlie and his wife, Kathy, have been married for more than 40 years and have two grown children.  
This week’s reading: Ezekiel 37 - Daniel 6

Week 37: The Minor Prophets with Dr. Charlie Dyer

To prepare us for next week’s reading in Amos, we asked Jarvis Williams to join us on the show. Amos is a small but mighty minor prophetic book and documents Amos’ passion and outspokenness for God’s righteousness. 

Jarvis J. Williams is associate professor of New Testament interpretation at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and a preaching pastor at Sojourn Church Midtown in Louisville, Kentucky. He is the author of several scholarly articles and books, including One New Man: The Cross and Racial Reconciliation in Pauline Theology and Galatians (New Covenant Commentary Series). He is married to Ana and is father to Jaden. 

This week’s reading: Daniel 7 - Joel 3 

To prepare us for next week’s reading in Amos, we asked Jarvis Williams to join us on the show. Amos is a small but mighty minor prophetic book and documents Amos’ passion and outspokenness for God’s righteousness. 
Jarvis J. Williams is associate professor of New Testament interpretation at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and a preaching pastor at Sojourn Church Midtown in Louisville, Kentucky. He is the author of several scholarly articles and books, including One New Man: The Cross and Racial Reconciliation in Pauline Theology and Galatians (New Covenant Commentary Series). He is married to Ana and is father to Jaden. 
This week’s reading: Daniel 7 - Joel 3

Week 38: The Book of Amos with Jarvis Williams

The book of Jonah is jam packed with action. We see Jonah actively run away from God’s command, being thrown overboard, getting swallowed by a giant fish, and then stepping into obedience and doing what God asked…sort of.What can we learn from this short piece of Biblical truth? Tune in to this week’s episode of 52 Weeks in the Word and hear a conversation all about the book of Jonah.

Isaac Adams serves as lead pastor at Iron City Church in Birmingham, Alabama, and is the founder of United? We Pray, a ministry devoted to praying about racial strife. He is a speaker and author of the new book, Talking About Race: Gospel Hope for Hard Convos. You can follow him on Twitter. 

This week’s reading: Amos 1 - Micah 7

The book of Jonah is jam packed with action. We see Jonah actively run away from God’s command, being thrown overboard, getting swallowed by a giant fish, and then stepping into obedience and doing what God asked…sort of. What can we learn from this short piece of Biblical truth? Tune in to this week’s episode of 52 Weeks in the Word and hear a conversation all about the book of Jonah.
Isaac Adams serves as lead pastor at Iron City Church in Birmingham, Alabama, and is the founder of United? We Pray, a ministry devoted to praying about racial strife. He is a speaker and author of the new book, Talking About Race: Gospel Hope for Hard Convos. You can follow him on Twitter. 
This week’s reading: Amos 1 - Micah 7

Week 39: The Book of Jonah with Isaac Adams

The minor prophetic books in the Bible document a lot of chaos. Chaos in Judah, Babylon, and Egypt all contribute to this chaos in the book of Habakkuk. This book contains poetry, narrative, and gives a picture into the hope that God has in the midst of chaotic times. Listen to this week’s episode to hear more. 

Hunter Beless is the founder and executive director of the Journeywomen Podcast. She believes God has called her to seek after those whom he has awakened to guide them back to their Heavenly Father. Hunter exercises this God-given design through her roles as a wife, mama, and podcast host. 

This week’s reading: Nahum 1 - Zechariah 10 

The minor prophetic books in the Bible document a lot of chaos. Chaos in Judah, Babylon, and Egypt all contribute to this chaos in the book of Habakkuk. This book contains poetry, narrative, and gives a picture into the hope that God has in the midst of chaotic times. Listen to this week’s episode to hear more. 
Hunter Beless is the founder and executive director of the Journeywomen Podcast. She believes God has called her to seek after those whom he has awakened to guide them back to their Heavenly Father. Hunter exercises this God-given design through her roles as a wife, mama, and podcast host. 
This week’s reading: Nahum 1 - Zechariah 10

Week 40: The Book of Habakkuk with Hunter Beless

Join host Trillia Newbell and special guest Shai Linne on this week’s episode of 52 Weeks in the Word. This week, we dive head first into the Gospel of Matthew, exploring the profound story of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Discover the biblical truths and spiritual insights surrounding this pivotal event in Christian history. Tune in for a faith-filled conversation that will renew your understanding of Easter's significance.

Shai Linne is a recording artist who has released numerous acclaimed Christian hip-hop albums, including The Atonement and The Attributes of God. After completing a pastoral internship at Capitol Hill Baptist Church in Washington, D.C. and serving as an elder at Del Ray Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA, Shai co-founded Risen Christ Fellowship, an inner-city church in his hometown of Philadelphia, PA. Previously, Shai wrote God Made Me and You and co-authored It Was Good: Making Music to the Glory of God. He lives in Philadelphia with his wife Blair and their three children, Sage, Maya, and Ezra. 

This week’s reading: Zechariah 11 - Matthew 15

Join host Trillia Newbell and special guest Shai Linne on this week’s episode of 52 Weeks in the Word. This week, we dive head first into the Gospel of Matthew, exploring the profound story of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Discover the biblical truths and spiritual insights surrounding this pivotal event in Christian history. Tune in for a faith-filled conversation that will renew your understanding of Easter's significance.
Shai Linne is a recording artist who has released numerous acclaimed Christian hip-hop albums, including The Atonement and The Attributes of God. After completing a pastoral internship at Capitol Hill Baptist Church in Washington, D.C. and serving as an elder at Del Ray Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA, Shai co-founded Risen Christ Fellowship, an inner-city church in his hometown of Philadelphia, PA. Previously, Shai wrote God Made Me and You and co-authored It Was Good: Making Music to the Glory of God. He lives in Philadelphia with his wife Blair and their three children, Sage, Maya, and Ezra. 
This week’s reading: Zechariah 11 - Matthew 15

Week 41: The Resurrection with Shai Linne

Welcome to 52 Weeks in the Word with your host, Trillia Newbell, and special guest Jen Oshman. In this episode, we explore the essential topic of engaging today's culture with discernment. Drawing wisdom from readings in Matthew and Mark this week, they offer practical insights on navigating the complexities of our modern world while staying rooted in Christian principles. Join them for a thoughtful conversation that equips you to approach the cultural challenges of today with wisdom and faith.

Jen Oshman is a wife and mom to four daughters and has served as a missionary for almost two decades on three continents. She lives in Colorado, where she encourages her church-planting husband at Redemption Parker. Her passion is leading women into a deeper faith and fostering a biblical worldview. She writes about that at jenoshman.com. Her first book isEnough About Me: Find Lasting Joy in the Age of Self (Crossway) and second  Cultural Counterfeits: Confronting 5 Empty Promises of Our Age and How We Were Made for So Much More

This week’s reading: Matthew 16 - Mark 7

Welcome to 52 Weeks in the Word with your host, Trillia Newbell, and special guest Jen Oshman. In this episode, we explore the essential topic of engaging today's culture with discernment. Drawing wisdom from readings in Matthew and Mark this week, they offer practical insights on navigating the complexities of our modern world while staying rooted in Christian principles. Join them for a thoughtful conversation that equips you to approach the cultural challenges of today with wisdom and faith.
Jen Oshman is a wife and mom to four daughters and has served as a missionary for almost two decades on three continents. She lives in Colorado, where she encourages her church-planting husband at<a href="https://redemptionparker.org/"> Redemption Parker</a>. Her passion is leading women into a deeper faith and fostering a biblical worldview. She writes about that at<a href="https://www.jenoshman.com/"> jenoshman.com</a>. Her first book is<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Enough-about-Me-Find-Lasting/dp/1433565994/?tag=thegospcoal-20"> Enough About Me: Find Lasting Joy in the Age of Self</a> (Crossway) and second <a href="https://amzn.to/35CUEqw"> Cultural Counterfeits: Confronting 5 Empty Promises of Our Age and How We Were Made for So Much More</a> 
This week’s reading: Matthew 16 - Mark 7

Week 42: Engaging the Culture with Discernment with Jen Oshman

52 Weeks in the Word is back with host Trillia Newbell and guest Jennifer Lucy Tyler. In this episode, we emphasize the vital role of gathering with your community to study the Bible. Focusing on the Gospels of Mark and Luke, we unpack the richness of shared faith experiences and the profound impact of communal Bible study. 

Washington D.C. native Jennifer Lucy Tyler is a wife, writer, bible teacher and the founder of Soul Circles.  She is passionate about seeing women know God, study their bibles and live on mission in their day to day lives.  With a passion to rightly divide the Word of Truth, Jennifer’s teachings and practical instructions will provide the Soul Circle attendees with basic tools to enhance their personal Bible study.  

This week’s reading: Mark 8 - Luke 7

52 Weeks in the Word is back with host Trillia Newbell and guest Jennifer Lucy Tyler. In this episode, we emphasize the vital role of gathering with your community to study the Bible. Focusing on the Gospels of Mark and Luke, we unpack the richness of shared faith experiences and the profound impact of communal Bible study. 
Washington D.C. native Jennifer Lucy Tyler is a wife, writer, bible teacher and the founder of Soul Circles.  She is passionate about seeing women know God, study their bibles and live on mission in their day to day lives.  With a passion to rightly divide the Word of Truth, Jennifer’s teachings and practical instructions will provide the Soul Circle attendees with basic tools to enhance their personal Bible study.  
This week’s reading: Mark 8 - Luke 7

Week 43: The Importance of Gathering to Study the Word with Jennifer Lucy Tyler

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Join host Trillia Newbell and special guest Blair Linne on a thought-provoking episode of 52 Weeks in the Word. In this installment, we discuss the profound question: What is the doctrine of adoption in the Bible? Together, we explore the biblical foundation and significance of adoption as a central theme in Christianity. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of God's love and our identity as His adopted children. 

Blair Linne is a spoken-word artist who lives in Philadelphia with her husband and their children. 

This week’s reading: Luke 8 - Luke 24

Join host Trillia Newbell and special guest Blair Linne on a thought-provoking episode of 52 Weeks in the Word. In this installment, we discuss the profound question: What is the doctrine of adoption in the Bible? Together, we explore the biblical foundation and significance of adoption as a central theme in Christianity. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of God's love and our identity as His adopted children. 
Blair Linne is a spoken-word artist who lives in Philadelphia with her husband and their children. 
This week’s reading: Luke 8 - Luke 24

Week 44: The Doctrine of Adoption with Blair Linne

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Welcome to 52 Weeks in the Word with your host, Trillia Newbell, and special guest Courtney Reissig. In this episode, we take a journey through the major themes in the synoptic Gospel of John. We discuss the profound teachings, miracles, and messages that define this Gospel and its significance in the Christian faith.

Courtney Reissig is the author of Glory in the Ordinary: Why Your Work in the Home Matters to God, The Accidental Feminist: Restoring Our Delight in God’s Good Design, and Teach Me to Feel: Worshiping Through the Psalms in Every Season of Life. She is married to Daniel, has four sons, and they belong to Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. You can read more of her writing on her blog or follow her on Twitter. 

This week’s reading: John 1 - 19 

Welcome to 52 Weeks in the Word with your host, Trillia Newbell, and special guest Courtney Reissig. In this episode, we take a journey through the major themes in the synoptic Gospel of John. We discuss the profound teachings, miracles, and messages that define this Gospel and its significance in the Christian faith.
Courtney Reissig is the author of Glory in the Ordinary: Why Your Work in the Home Matters to God, The Accidental Feminist: Restoring Our Delight in God’s Good Design, and Teach Me to Feel: Worshiping Through the Psalms in Every Season of Life. She is married to Daniel, has four sons, and they belong to Immanuel Baptist Church in Little Rock, Arkansas. You can read more of her writing on her blog or follow her on Twitter. 
This week’s reading: John 1 - 19

Week 45: Major Themes in the Gospel of John with Courtney Reissig

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Join us for this episode of 52 Weeks in the Word with special guest, Shai Linne. In this episode, Trillia and Shai explore the pivotal role the Holy Spirit plays in the early church's growth and mission. Join them for a deep dive into the Book of Acts and discover the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers, then and now. 

Shai Linne is a recording artist who has released numerous acclaimed Christian hip-hop albums, including The Atonement and The Attributes of God. After completing a pastoral internship at Capitol Hill Baptist Church in Washington, D.C. and serving as an elder at Del Ray Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA, Shai co-founded Risen Christ Fellowship, an inner-city church in his hometown of Philadelphia, PA. Previously, Shai wrote God Made Me and You and co-authored It Was Good: Making Music to the Glory of God. He lives in Philadelphia with his wife Blair and their three children, Sage, Maya, and Ezra. 

This week’s reading:  John 20 - Acts 18 

Join us for this episode of 52 Weeks in the Word with special guest, Shai Linne. In this episode, Trillia and Shai explore the pivotal role the Holy Spirit plays in the early church's growth and mission. Join them for a deep dive into the Book of Acts and discover the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in the life of believers, then and now. 
Shai Linne is a recording artist who has released numerous acclaimed Christian hip-hop albums, including The Atonement and The Attributes of God. After completing a pastoral internship at Capitol Hill Baptist Church in Washington, D.C. and serving as an elder at Del Ray Baptist Church in Alexandria, VA, Shai co-founded Risen Christ Fellowship, an inner-city church in his hometown of Philadelphia, PA. Previously, Shai wrote God Made Me and You and co-authored It Was Good: Making Music to the Glory of God. He lives in Philadelphia with his wife Blair and their three children, Sage, Maya, and Ezra. 
This week’s reading:  John 20 - Acts 18

Week 46: The Holy Spirit with Shai Linne

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Do you have questions about the book of Romans? Who wrote it? Why did it mattered then? And why does it matters now? Explore the timeless truths and theological richness found within this remarkable letter penned by the apostle Paul. This conversation will illuminate the profound impact of Romans on Christian theology and its relevance in our lives today. Don't miss this enlightening discussion that promises to deepen your understanding of the book of Romans.

Courtney Doctor (MDiv, Covenant Theological Seminary) serves as coordinator of women’s initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. She’s a Bible teacher and author of several Bible studies includingFrom Garden to Glory: A Bible Study on the Bible’s Story,Steadfast: A Devotional Bible Study on the Book of James, and (coming soon)In View of God’s Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans. Courtney and her husband Craig have four children, two daughters-in-law, and five beautiful grandchildren. You can follow her on Twitter and Instagram. 

This week’s reading: Acts 19 - Romans 12 

Do you have questions about the book of Romans? Who wrote it? Why did it mattered then? And why does it matters now? Explore the timeless truths and theological richness found within this remarkable letter penned by the apostle Paul. This conversation will illuminate the profound impact of Romans on Christian theology and its relevance in our lives today. Don't miss this enlightening discussion that promises to deepen your understanding of the book of Romans.
Courtney Doctor (MDiv, Covenant Theological Seminary) serves as coordinator of women’s initiatives for The Gospel Coalition. She’s a Bible teacher and author of several Bible studies including<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Garden-Glory-Bible-Study-Bibles/dp/1944964010/?tag=thegospcoal-20"> From Garden to Glory: A Bible Study on the Bible’s Story</a>,<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Steadfast-Devotional-Bible-Study-James/dp/0578533421/?tag=thegospcoal-20"> Steadfast: A Devotional Bible Study on the Book of James</a>, and (coming soon)<a href="https://www.amazon.com/View-Gods-Mercies-Access-Gospel/dp/1087747481/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&amp;keywords=In+View+of+God%E2%80%99s+Mercies%3A+The+Gift+of+the+Gospel+in+Romans&amp;qid=1628527018&amp;sr=8-1"> In View of God’s Mercies: The Gift of the Gospel in Romans</a>. Courtney and her husband Craig have four children, two daughters-in-law, and five beautiful grandchildren. You can follow her on<a href="https://twitter.com/courtneydoctor"> Twitter</a> and<a href="https://www.instagram.com/courtneycdoctor/"> Instagram</a>. 
This week’s reading: Acts 19 - Romans 12

Week 47: The Book of Romans with Courtney Doctor

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The book of Ephesians, as we know it in the Bible, was originally penned as a letter from Paul to the Christian church in Ephesus. What did the church in Ephesus need to hear? What was their context and why was it significant? How does this letter apply to us today? Join us for a conversation with Esau McCaulley - diving head first into the book of Ephesians. 

Esau McCaulley, PhD is an associate professor of New Testament at Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL and theologian in residence at Progressive Baptist Church, a historically black congregation in Chicago.  His first book entitled Sharing in the Son’s Inheritance was published by T & T Clark in 2019. His second book Reading While Black: African American Biblical Interpretation as an Exercise in Hope was published by IVP academic in 2020.  It won numerous awards including Christianity Today’s book of the year. Since then, his work has continued to expand into more public theology, and he is the author of many works including a new memoir How far to the Promised Land, and a children’s book entitled Josie Johnson’s Hair and the Holy Spirit. 

He is a contributing opinion writer for the New York Times. His writings have also appeared in places such as The Atlantic, Washington Post, and Christianity Today. He is married to Mandy, a pediatrician and navy reservist. Together, they have four wonderful children. 

This week’s reading: Romans 13 - 2 Corinthians 7 

The book of Ephesians, as we know it in the Bible, was originally penned as a letter from Paul to the Christian church in Ephesus. What did the church in Ephesus need to hear? What was their context and why was it significant? How does this letter apply to us today? Join us for a conversation with Esau McCaulley - diving head first into the book of Ephesians. 
Esau McCaulley, PhD is an associate professor of New Testament at Wheaton College in Wheaton, IL and theologian in residence at Progressive Baptist Church, a historically black congregation in Chicago.  His first book entitled Sharing in the Son’s Inheritance was published by T &amp; T Clark in 2019. His second book Reading While Black: African American Biblical Interpretation as an Exercise in Hope was published by IVP academic in 2020.  It won numerous awards including Christianity Today’s book of the year. Since then, his work has continued to expand into more public theology, and he is the author of many works including a new memoir How far to the Promised Land, and a children’s book entitled Josie Johnson’s Hair and the Holy Spirit. 
He is a contributing opinion writer for the New York Times. His writings have also appeared in places such as The Atlantic, Washington Post, and Christianity Today. He is married to Mandy, a pediatrician and navy reservist. Together, they have four wonderful children. 
This week’s reading: Romans 13 - 2 Corinthians 7

Week 48: The Book of Ephesians with Dr. Esau McCaulley

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