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

12 Sabbath Conflict and the Authority of Jesus (John 5)
Jesus heals an invalid on the Sabbath. Instead of marveling at this miracle, the Jewish leaders are incensed by the violation of their strict Sabbath laws.
What We’re Learning This Season

Guest Teacher: Ken Elzinga
The talks in this collection were given by one of my role models Ken Elzinga to various audiences over several years. Professor Elzinga is a famous economist and the Robert C. Taylor Professor of Economics at the University of Virginia. He is also a very wise man.
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
Topical
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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.
From the Wednesday in the Word Blog
January 2024 Reflections
Apple podcasts will auto-generate transcripts in time for the next podcast series on the Fruit of the Spirit.
2023 Reflections
This year I tackled two books of the Bible I’ve been wanting to teach for a long time, 1&2Thessalonians. Plus I updated my series on Galatians.
December 2023 Reflections
In 2023, I created 32 podcasts and published 20 new resource pages to the library. You downloaded the podcasts 21,321 times for an average of 1,777 listens per month. You can see all the stats here if you’re interested.
Holiday Study Break
The podcast is on break for the holidays. In the meantime, please listen to a previous episode or series. May I suggest one of these
What’s so special about Christmas?
Thoughts on real meaning of Christmas, gift-giving and celebrations.
November 2023 Reflections
What did you learn from Galatians? For me, it was walking by the Spirit, a topic we will explore more in the next series.
Wednesday in the Word podcast
The longest running Bible Study podcast in the world




