52 Weeks in the Word

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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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