Welcome to
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
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Verse-by-verse podcasts: practical teaching you can trust.
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Study tools & guides: worksheets, outlines, maps, and study help.
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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.
Listen to the Latest Episode
18 Jesus heals the Man Born Blind (John 9)
In John 9, Jesus heals on the Sabbath again, provoking the Jewish leadership. John highlights a variety of responses to this miracle, contrasting spiritual and physical blindness. The blind man now sees, but more importantly he has faith.
What We’re Learning This Season
Jeremiah: Questions Jeremiah Answered
A 16-week Bible study podcast on selected passages from the Old Testament book of Jeremiah from Wednesday in the Word with Krisan Marotta.
Browse Podcast Episodes: Find topics by Category
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.
New Testament
Old Testament
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Improve your Bible Study
Looking for in-depth Bible study materials? Browse my organized collections to find maps, charts, outlines, background and tools to unlock your Bible study. Whether you’re searching by book, theme, or topic, you’ll find valuable resources to deepen your personal Bible study.
Bible Study 101 is your essential guide to understanding and studying the Bible with confidence. Learn the foundational skills to explore Scripture, discover the best study tools, and how to use them effectively. Whether you’re a beginner or looking to deepen your study habits, this resource will equip you to engage with God’s Word in a meaningful way.
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.
Start Strong: A New Believer's Guide to Christianity
If seminary feels too far and Sunday school never happened, this is where you start.
From the Wednesday in the Word Blog
Bible Maps
After investing in a few good translations, the next tool I recommend to improve your Bible Study is a good collection of maps. While most study Bibles have some maps in the back, serious study requires access to more detailed geographical information about Palestine and the ancient near east.
How NOT to interpret the Bible
https://wednesdayintheword.com/how-not-to-interpret-the-bible-dont-think-twice/
How is the Old Testament organized?
In the Christian Bible, the Old Testament is divided into 4 main parts based on genre. Within each genre, books are organized by author, chronology and size.
May 2023 Reflections
What did you learn from Thessalonians? I’d love to hear your from you.
Study Break
The podcast is on break for some much needed study time before we start a new series.
Early Church Heresies
While not a complete list of early church heresies, these groups are the ones that the New Testament authors seem to write against and respond to most often
Wednesday in the Word podcast
The longest running Bible Study podcast in the world
