52 Weeks in the Word

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

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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

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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 The 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

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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

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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 

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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

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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

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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 The 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 

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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 

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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 

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