Wednesday in the Word podcast
The podcast that explains what the Bible means and how we figure it out.
Wednesday in the Word is the longest-running Bible study podcast in the world, offering clear, in-depth teaching with no ads, no donation requests, just free, accessible Bible study for all.
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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13 Cheerful Giver: How to Sow for a Lasting Harvest (2 Corinthians 8-9)
What does it really mean to give generously and why does it matter? When Paul asks for money for the Jerusalem collection, he’s doing more than asking the Corinthians to donate. He’s inviting them to express their faith, restore broken trust, and unite with their spiritual family. If you’ve ever wrestled with when, why, or how much to give, this message will help you see giving in a whole new light.
12 Why Gentiles Gave to Jerusalem (2 Corinthians 8-9 Background)
2 Corinthians 8–9 records Paul’s advice to Corinth about the Jerusalem Collection. But it isn’t just about fundraising. In order to understand this event, we trace the story behind the Jerusalem Collection. We look at various passages in Acts, Galatians and Romans. so we can hear Paul’s appeal to Corinth the way his first listeners did.
11 Godly Grief and Worldly Sorrow (2 Corinthians 7:2-16)
Have you ever wrestled with whether to speak a hard truth to someone you care about? In 2 Corinthians 7:2–16, Paul reflects on the pain and power of writing a sorrowful letter to the Corinthian church, noting how godly grief leads to genuine repentance.
10 Unequally Yoked: Understanding Paul’s Warning (2 Corinthians 6:13-7:2)
“Do not be unequally yoked” is not a blanket ban on contact with unbelievers; it is a warning about binding yourself in partnerships that tug your heart away from Christ or deceiving nonbelievers.
09 Receiving Grace in Vain (2 Corinthians 6:1-12)
Paul urges the Corinthians not to receive God’s grace in vain, exposing the gap between outward claims and reconciliation.
08 New Creation in Christ (2 Corinthians 5:12-21)
Paul explains why outward appearance doesn’t define true ministry, what it means to be a new creation, an ambassador for Christ, and part of God’s ministry of reconciliation.
07 Why We Should Not Fear Death (2 Corinthians 5:1-11)
In 2 Corinthians 5:1–11, Paul continues his defense of his ministry by explaining how his confidence in the resurrection shapes his message, motivates his courage, and defines his integrity.
06 Why Paul Did Not Lose Heart and What We Can Learn From Him (2 Corinthians 4)
2 Corinthians explained: Why Paul doesn’t lose heart in ministry, how weakness reveals God’s power and the gospel brings eternal hope.
05 Why Paul’s Ministry Outshines Moses (2 Corinthians 3:7-18)
Explore why Paul’s ministry is more glorious than Moses’. Learn how the Spirit transforms hearts and unveils the glory of the gospel.
04 What’s New About the New Covenant (2 Corinthians 3:1-6)
What’s new about the New Covenant? The new covenant doesn’t just offer help. It creates new people. 2 Corinthians 3:1–6 explained.
03 Why Paul Refused to Change to Win More Converts (2 Corinthians 2:5-17)
Explore why Paul refused to change either himself or the gospel to win more converts and what that means for us today.
02 Why Paul Didn’t Visit Corinth and What That Means for Us (2 Corinthians 1:1-2:4)
When Paul didn’t return to Corinth as expected, some accused him of being unreliable. His response shows us how faith navigates conflict, disappointment, and the hard work of loving others well.
Wednesday in the Word podcast
The longest running Bible Study podcast in the world
