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Wednesday in the Word

what the Bible means, and how we know

The Wednesday in the Word podcast:

reaches over 50,000 listeners/year in 157 countries.
is the longest-running Bible-study podcast in the world.
is your go-to resource for serious, in-depth Bible study.

What you’ll find inside

Verse-by-verse podcasts: practical teaching you can trust.
Study tools & guides: worksheets, outlines, maps, and study help.
Free resources: to improve your understanding of Scripture.

Krisan Marotta, the teacher behind Wednesday in the Word, is also the author of the forthcoming book, Start Strong: A New Believer’s Guide to Christianity.

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01 Suffering, Comfort & Prayer: What Paul Teaches about Ministry (2 Corinthians 1:1-11)

Jul 16, 2025 | 01 Podcasts, Corinthians

When Paul opens his second letter to the Corinthians, he doesn’t start with doctrine. He starts with suffering, comfort, and prayer. This passage gives us a glimpse into the personal cost of gospel ministry and the beauty of how God uses suffering to encourage others.

Paul’s relationship with the Corinthian church was complicated. These opening verses set the tone for a letter that’s both tender and urgent.

What We’re Learning This Season

Are there rewards in heaven?

Jul 15, 2019

Some claim that Scripture teaches believers will receive various crowns in heaven based on their works in this life. We look at two key themes Scripture teaches, and two main mistakes we can make in studying these passages.

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Each season of the podcast focuses on a specific book of the Bible. Each episode breaks down Scripture in plain language, unpacking the author’s meaning while showing you how to study the Bible for yourself.

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Krisan Marotta, creator of the Wednesday in the Word podcast, is a dedicated student and teacher of the Bible, known for her clear, verse-by-verse exposition. With a journalistic background and over 40 years of Bible study, she reaches listeners in over 150 countries, guiding them to discover Scriptures’ truths for themselves. Krisan is also a clog dancer and a firm believer in the life-changing power of the gospel.