Wednesday in the Word

Krisan Marotta
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Wednesday in the Word is a verse-by-verse Bible study podcast that explains what the Bible means and how we know. Hosted by Bible teacher Krisan Marotta, each episode walks through a passage in plain language, digging into context, key words, and big ideas so you can study with confidence. With over 500 episodes, global listeners, and more than 15 years of teaching, Wednesday in the Word offers clear, in-depth Bible teaching with no ads, no donation requests—just free, accessible Bible study for anyone who wants to grow. 

  1. JAN 7

    Start Strong 2026: A New Season and a New Way to Listen

    Season 27 of Wednesday in the Word begins February 4, 2026, and I couldn’t be more excited to share what’s ahead. This new season is a companion to my book Start Strong: A New Believer’s Guide to Christianity, and it's designed especially for those who are new to faith, returning to church after time away, or walking alongside someone who is. Each week, we’ll unpack one key passage from the book’s “See for Yourself” section, helping you build a solid foundation, one truth at a time. I’m also introducing something brand new: Krisan Marotta’s Bookcast—a subscriber-only podcast where you can listen to the audiobook version of Start Strong, one chapter at a time. Each chapter will release one week before the matching podcast episode, giving you a chance to hear the full teaching, then explore the biblical passage in depth. If you’ve ever wanted a trusted guide to walk with you through the basics of Christianity—or wished you had a resource to share with someone just starting out—this is for you. Podcast: Start Strong: A New Believer’s Podcast Book: Start Strong: A New Believer's Guide to Christianity Krisan Marotta's BookCast - click on the support the show link Start Strong: A New Believer’s Guide to Christianity is available now wherever books are sold. Beginning February 4, join us for Season 27 of the podcast, Start Strong: A New Believer’s Podcast. Each episode walks through the Scripture behind the book. Visit StartStrongBook.org for more details. Support the show

    5 min

  2. 12/03/2025

    The King and Priest Who Came at Christmas (Psalm 110)

    Psalm 110 doesn’t mention a manger, shepherds, or angels. Yet it gives us one of the clearest pictures of who the baby in Bethlehem really is: the eternal King and Priest who will rule over all and bring His people back to God.  In this Christmas episode, we trace how Psalm 110 reveals the identity and mission of the Messiah and how the New Testament writers apply this ancient psalm directly to Jesus.  In this week’s episode, we explore: Why it matters that Psalm 110 is “a Psalm of David” and how Jesus Himself uses that authorship to reveal the Messiah’s greatness What it means for the Messiah to sit at God’s right hand and how that image explains the authority and scope of His reignHow the promise that enemies will become a “footstool” points to a final, decisive victory over all evil and opposition to GodThe surprising declaration that the Messiah is “a priest forever after the order of Melchizedek” and why that matters more than the Levitical priesthoodHow Matthew 22, Acts 2, and 1 Corinthians 15 each reach back to Psalm 110 to identify Jesus as David’s Lord, God’s chosen King, and our eternal Priest What Psalm 110 adds to our understanding of Christmas: not just the birth of a child, but the arrival of the One who will rule, judge, and reconcile foreverAfter listening, you’ll come away with a clearer, richer vision of who Jesus is at Christmas, not only the promised son of David, but the greater Lord whom David himself calls “my Lord.” You’ll see how Psalm 110 anchors the Christmas story in God’s larger purpose: a reigning King, a forever Priest, and a sure promise that history is moving toward the day when every enemy is subdued and God’s people stand secure in His kingdom. Series: Christmas Start Strong: A New Believer’s Guide to Christianity is available now wherever books are sold. Beginning February 4, join us for Season 27 of the podcast, Start Strong: A New Believer’s Podcast. Each episode walks through the Scripture behind the book. Visit StartStrongBook.org for more details. Support the show

    48 min

  3. 11/19/2025

    How to Know You're Saved Without Doubting

    How can a believer live with real confidence that they belong to God, even while they still struggle with sin?  In this episode of Wednesday in the Word, Krisan Marotta walks through key New Testament passages to show how God marks His people inwardly (by a changed heart that endures through testing) and how that mark becomes the basis of true assurance of salvation.  In this week’s episode, we explore: Why the question “How do I know I’m saved?” is not only common but crucialThe biblical idea of God “marking” His people—not outwardly, but by circumcising the heartHow holiness is first a change in direction of the heart, not instant moral perfectionThe fruit of the Spirit in Galatians 5 and what these qualities reveal about a heart inclined toward God How the Beatitudes in Matthew 5 describe the inner life of those who will enter the kingdom of heaven The difference between sinners who don’t care about their sin and “righteous sinners” who grieve it and hunger for righteousnessWhy common approaches to assurance—like relying on a remembered prayer or only on God’s general promises—can give false or incomplete comfort How Romans 5 teaches that tested faith, proven through suffering and perseverance, produces a hope that “does not put us to shame” Why God uses trials to reveal, both to us and to others, that His Spirit is truly at work in our heartsAfter listening, you’ll come away with a clearer, more biblically grounded understanding of assurance. You’ll see that the evidence of salvation is not a flawless life or a perfectly steady heart, but a tested faith that continues to seek God, hate sin, and long for His kingdom. And you’ll be encouraged to view your trials not as proof that God has abandoned you, but as the very means by which He makes it visible that you belong to Him. Start Strong: A New Believer’s Guide to Christianity is available now wherever books are sold. Beginning February 4, join us for Season 27 of the podcast, Start Strong: A New Believer’s Podcast. Each episode walks through the Scripture behind the book. Visit StartStrongBook.org for more details. Support the show

    44 min

  4. 11/05/2025

    17 Examine Yourself: Paul’s Warning to Corinth (2 Corinthians 12:13-13:14)

    In this episode of Wednesday in the Word, we confront a bold question: “How do you know you’re truly in the faith?” Drawing on Paul the Apostle’s letter to the church at Corinth (2 Corinthians 12–13), we explore how genuine faith is more than appearances, more than impressive speech or credentials. It’s about the living power of Christ at work in weakness and integrity in community. In this week’s episode, we explore: Why Paul refused financial support from the Corinthians and what that taught about his motives and their spiritual health.How Paul responded to accusations of deceit and weakness—not by hiding, but by pointing to God’s power in human frailty.The challenge and invitation of Paul’s command to “examine yourselves” to see whether you are in the faith.The difference between outward appearances (strong, impressive, successful) and the reality of Christ’s power working through brokenness.How Paul’s ultimate aim was not his own reputation but the restoration, maturity and unity of the church.After listening you’ll walk away with a clearer understanding of how the gospel changes the way you view strength and weakness. You’ll feel encouraged that authentic faith isn’t about putting on a show—it’s about letting Christ live through you in honesty, dependence, and love for others. You’ll be equipped to ask yourself healthy questions about your own walk with God and your community in light of what Paul lays out here. Series: 2 Corinthians: When Church Hurts Start Strong: A New Believer’s Guide to Christianity is available now wherever books are sold. Beginning February 4, join us for Season 27 of the podcast, Start Strong: A New Believer’s Podcast. Each episode walks through the Scripture behind the book. Visit StartStrongBook.org for more details. Support the show

    35 min

  5. 10/29/2025

    16 Thorn in the Flesh: How to Embrace Weakness (2 Corinthians 11)

    In this episode of Wednesday in the Word, we wrestle with one of the most surprising turns in the Christian life: sometimes faith doesn’t bring relief, it brings reliance. Turning to 2 Corinthians 12, we hear Paul the Apostle describe a persistent struggle, a “thorn in the flesh,” and how it becomes the very soil in which Christ’s power grows. In this week’s episode, we explore: Why Paul mentions his weakness and how that challenges our usual ideas of spiritual strength.What the “thorn in the flesh” might mean and why God didn’t remove it from Paul’s life.The key statement: “My grace is sufficient for you, for my power is made perfect in weakness.”How admitting our limitations doesn’t mean giving up; it means opening space for God’s strength.Practical ways to live when the problem remains, the promise holds, and you are still waiting.By the end of this episode you’ll understand that faith isn’t a guarantee of trouble-free living. You’ll feel the freedom that comes when you stop hiding your weakness and let the gospel carry you. And you’ll be equipped to walk through challenges with the confident humility that turns brokenness into a platform for God’s strength.  Series: 2 Corinthians: When Church Hurts Start Strong: A New Believer’s Guide to Christianity is available now wherever books are sold. Beginning February 4, join us for Season 27 of the podcast, Start Strong: A New Believer’s Podcast. Each episode walks through the Scripture behind the book. Visit StartStrongBook.org for more details. Support the show

    35 min

  6. 10/22/2025

    15 False Apostles: Why Were They So Convincing? (2 Corinthians 11)

    in this episode of Wednesday in the Word, we wrestle with a tough reality: just because someone looks like a spiritual leader does not mean they are pointing us to the true gospel. Drawing on 2 Corinthians 11, the Apostle Paul exposes the danger of “false apostles,”impressive-speaking teachers who distort the message of Christ. He invites us to discern leadership by substance, not style.  In this week’s episode, we explore: How Paul uses the language of a betrothal to illustrate the church’s loyalty to Christ and the risk of being seduced by something false. What Paul means when he calls his opponents “false apostles, deceitful workers, disguising themselves as apostles of Christ.” Why eloquence and polish are not themselves proof of gospel truth and how Paul’s example flips our expectations. The role of suffering, weakness, and authenticity in credible gospel leadership. Practical ways to evaluate the teachers and voices you listen to: what questions to ask, what red flags to watch for, and how to hold to Christ even when others diverge.By the end of this episode you’ll be equipped to recognize when a message sounds right but leads wrong. You’ll feel empowered to trust substance over surface, and you’ll be better able to choose leaders who reflect the true gospel. You’ll walk away with a clearer sense of how to ground your faith in Christ alone and follow him, no matter how polished the alternatives may appear.  Series: 2 Corinthians: When Church Hurts Start Strong: A New Believer’s Guide to Christianity is available now wherever books are sold. Beginning February 4, join us for Season 27 of the podcast, Start Strong: A New Believer’s Podcast. Each episode walks through the Scripture behind the book. Visit StartStrongBook.org for more details. Support the show

    40 min

  7. 10/15/2025

    14 How To Confront With the Meekness of Christ (2 Corinthians 10)

    in this episode of Wednesday in the Word, we look at what it really means to confront error with the meekness of Christ. Through 2 Corinthians 10, Krisan shows how Paul stands up to false teachers without copying their showy style, and how real spiritual authority uses strength to serve, not to impress. In this week’s episode, we explore: How 2 Corinthians fits together and why this confrontational section belongs in the same letter.The accusations against Paul that he is bold in letters but weak in person, and why his opponents see that as a flaw.What the meekness and gentleness of Christ look like in real leadership, and how Paul follows that pattern.Paul’s “warfare” language and what it means that his weapons have divine power to destroy arguments raised against the knowledge of God.The difference between leaders who commend themselves and build their brand, and an apostle who boasts only in what the Lord has truly given him.Why Christian leaders must care more about God’s approval than human applause, even when that makes them look unimpressive.A modern ministry story that shows how hard it can be to challenge a popular, charismatic leader when the truth of the gospel is at stake.Practical ways for churches and believers to evaluate teachers by faithfulness to truth instead of personality, polish, or platform.By the end of this episode, you will better understand how Paul confronts lies without becoming harsh or self-protective. You will feel both challenged and reassured as you see that humble, servant-hearted leadership can still be strong and decisive. And you will be more equipped to evaluate the voices you listen to, to value truth over entertainment, and to stand for the gospel with the same mixture of gentleness and courage that Paul learned from Christ.  Series: 2 Corinthians: When Church Hurts Start Strong: A New Believer’s Guide to Christianity is available now wherever books are sold. Beginning February 4, join us for Season 27 of the podcast, Start Strong: A New Believer’s Podcast. Each episode walks through the Scripture behind the book. Visit StartStrongBook.org for more details. Support the show

    44 min

  8. 10/08/2025

    13 Cheerful Giver: How to Sow for a Lasting Harvest (2 Corinthians 8-9)

    In this episode of Wednesday in the Word, we rethink what it really means to give generously. Paul’s words in 2 Corinthians 8 and 9 show that Christian giving is not about pressure, formulas, or getting rich. It is a voluntary response to grace that expresses our unity as God’s family and our trust that he will care for us as we care for others. In this week’s episode, we explore: The historical background of the Jerusalem collection and why it mattered so much to Paul.How this gift connected Gentile churches to their Jewish spiritual “family” in Jerusalem.Why giving to the collection was both an act of mercy and a confession of the gospel.How Paul handles money with integrity, including multiple trusted co-workers overseeing the funds.The difference between an apostolic command and an apostolic opinion, and why Paul chooses persuasion instead of pressure.What it means to give “according to what you have” rather than being pushed into hardship.How money exposes what we really trust, and why generosity is part of learning to love God and love our neighbor.By the end of this episode, you will see giving in a richer and more hopeful light. You will understand why Paul cares more about cheerful, willing generosity than impressive amounts. You will feel encouraged to think about your own resources in terms of family, gratitude, and faith rather than fear or pressure. And you will be better equipped to use your money in ways that reflect the grace you have received and the unity you share with other believers.  Series: 2 Corinthians: When Church Hurts Start Strong: A New Believer’s Guide to Christianity is available now wherever books are sold. Beginning February 4, join us for Season 27 of the podcast, Start Strong: A New Believer’s Podcast. Each episode walks through the Scripture behind the book. Visit StartStrongBook.org for more details. Support the show

    46 min
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Wednesday in the Word is a verse-by-verse Bible study podcast that explains what the Bible means and how we know. Hosted by Bible teacher Krisan Marotta, each episode walks through a passage in plain language, digging into context, key words, and big ideas so you can study with confidence. With over 500 episodes, global listeners, and more than 15 years of teaching, Wednesday in the Word offers clear, in-depth Bible teaching with no ads, no donation requests—just free, accessible Bible study for anyone who wants to grow. 

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  • Creator
    Krisan Marotta
  • Years Active
    2011 - 2026
  • Episodes
    463
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    © 2026 Wednesday in the Word
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