Welcome to
Wednesday in the Word: The World’s Longest-Running Bible Study Podcast
what the Bible means, and how we know
What is Wednesday in the Word?
- a Bible study podcast.
- that reaches over 50,000 listeners/year in 157 countries.
- offers verse-by-verse Bible teaching since 2011.
- is your educational 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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Free comprehensive library: worksheets, outlines, maps, and study help to improve your understanding of Scripture.
- 14+ years of consistent content from a teacher with 40+ years experience
Krisan Marotta has a masters in Biblical Exegesis and is also the author of the book, Start Strong: A New Believer’s Guide to Christianity.
Most Recent Teaching:
11 Godly Grief and Worldly Sorrow (2 Corinthians 7:2-16)
When should you say the hard thing that might upset your friend but also bring repentance and reconciliation, and when should you stay silent? How do you tell godly grief from the kind that only wounds?
In today’s passage, we follow Paul’s emotional journey after sending a sorrowful letter to the Corinthians. As he recounts his story, he teaches us why some truth-telling heals and restores while other apologies only reopen the wound.
Latest Bible Study Series:
Gospel of Matthew 8-12: Behold the King!
A 24-week Bible Study on the Gospel of Matthew 8-12 from the podcast Wednesday in the Word with Krisan Marotta.
Find Bible Teaching by Book or Topic
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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Bible Study Training: Free 5-Step Method + Worksheet
Subscribe to my monthly newsletter and receive my free Bible Study Starter Kit containing: 10 rules, 5 questions, a simple 5-step method for every passage, a printable worksheet, and steps to level-up your study.
Free Bible Study Tools & Resources
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.
Meet Your Bible Teacher: Krisan Marotta
Krisan Marotta is the creator of the Wednesday in the Word podcast, and a passionate advocate for Bible study, who has dedicated over four decades to understanding and teaching Scripture.
With her methodical approach and thoughtful analysis, she guides 50,000 listeners each year across 157 countries through verse-by-verse exposition that illuminates biblical truths with clarity and depth.
Start Strong: A New Believer's Guide to Christianity
If seminary feels too far and Sunday school never happened, this is where you start.
Recent Bible Study Articles & Teaching
May 2025 Reflections
I’m excited to announce that our next podcast season will be a study of 2 Corinthians, which I’ve titled “When Church Hurts.”
Sample Leader Evaluation Form
When you recruit feedback from your students at the end of a Bible study year, don’t forget to solicit feedback from your leaders.
Why is the New Testament in Greek?
Why was the New Testament written in Greek while the Old Testament was written in Hebrew?
7 Steps to Discover Your God-Given Calling
Explore 7 biblical steps to find your unique calling. Learn how to align your passions with God’s purpose and overcome obstacles through faith.
16 things to do while your Bible study is on break
Is your Bible study on break for the holidays? Many studies end before Thanksgiving and don’t resume until January. What can you do over break to stay in the Word? Here are some good ideas.
5 Ideas NOT believe about your English Bible
What do you believe about your English translation of the Bible? Here are 5 ideas you should NOT hold.
Wednesday in the Word podcast
The longest running Bible Study podcast in the world
