Krisan Marotta is a force to be reckoned with in the world of Bible study. With an unyielding passion for teaching and a penchant for unraveling the meaning of Scripture, Krisan has made it her mission to combat biblical illiteracy one podcast at a time.

Born with an innate curiosity and a love of learning, she has inspired thousands with her weekly podcast, “Wednesday in the Word,” captivating over 50,000 listeners eager to deepen their understanding of the Bible.

Krisan’s Christian journey begin in high school and flourished during her college years at Stanford University. While her mother envisioned a future filled with journalistic pursuits, Krisan found her true calling at Peninsula Bible Church, where the verse-by-verse teachings opened her eyes to the profound depth of the Scriptures.

Determined to explore this newfound wisdom, she and her husband embarked on a three-year post-graduate program in biblical exegesis, further honing her interpretative skills and solidifying her dedication to the Word.

Though Krisan’s journey has not been without its hurdles, she is nothing if not persistent. After moving to Virginia in 1990 to raise their family near loved ones, she feared her dreams of teaching God’s Word might remain unfulfilled, as the demands of raising children and running a business seemed insurmountable. But with her children grown and retirement affording her the time she craved, Krisan has embraced this new chapter with the same vigor that propelled her to teach before.

As the Women’s Ministry Director for her church for over two decades, she touched countless lives through her teachings. Her weekly women’s Bible study became a cherished tradition, running from 1994 until 2014, and laying the groundwork for her the Wednesday in the Word podcast.

In addition to teaching and podcasting, Krisan is a woman of diverse interests and talents. When she’s not immersed in Scripture or delighting in the laughter of her three grandchildren, she can be found kicking up her heels with the Skyline Country Cloggers. This unique hobby perfectly encapsulates Krisan’s lively spirit and zest for life, reminding us all that faith and joy are not mutually exclusive.

As Krisan continues to write and teach, she remains committed to her mission of spreading biblical literacy far and wide. Her podcast, books and teachings are a testament to her dedication to empowering others to understand God’s Word.

Whether through her podcast, her writing, or her lively dance steps, she continues to inspire and uplift, instilling a love for the Bible in hearts around the world.