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An Unlikely Friendship
George Whitefield and Benjamin Franklin became close friends, but their relationship began as two men simply doing business. On this episode, David Wollen and…
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The Preacher Who Shook a Nation
Tens of thousands gathered to hear George Whitefield preach, but the crowds were not the story. On this episode, David Wollen and historian Dr. Thomas Kidd…
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The Birth of the Great Awakening
Three hundred years ago, churches across the English-speaking world were in decline. On this episode, David Wollen begins the story of the Great Awakening…
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Shadows of Salvation
David was a man after God's own heart, yet even Israel's greatest king could not be the Savior God's people truly needed. On this episode, David Wollen…
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God’s Promise to David
David would not build a house for the Lord, but rather, God would build one for him. Discover how this key moment in Scripture became the focal point for God’s…
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A Tale of Two Kings
Despite being anointed as king, David waited patiently for God’s timing. And insights from 1 Samuel shows the contrast between David’s heart for God and Saul’s…
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Finding Jesus in the Psalms – Part 2
It’s the most quoted book in the New Testament. And even though they were written hundreds of years before Jesus, the book of Psalms is all about him. David…
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Finding Jesus in the Psalms – Part 1
Jesus taught that the entire Bible, including the Psalms, is about Him. Join David Wollen and David Sunday from Word Partners as they explore how these ancient…
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Misplaced Desires
Sometimes what we want isn't what we need most. On this episode, David Wollen examines Israel's request for a king and how it leads us to the faithful King who…
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Seeking the True King
What is the greatest danger we're facing today? David Wollen explores why Scripture says the greatest danger isn't what's happening around us, but where God's…
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Recounting God’s Mighty Works
Sadly, it's often the painful moments we remember most. In this episode, David Wollen explores why God calls His people to remember His faithfulness and how…
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Crying Out for a Mediator
Israel faced a great enemy in the Philistines. But God used the prophet Samuel to deliver His people. On this episode, David Wollen explores this dramatic…
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The King We Need
Explore the reigns of Israel’s kings—from the best to the worst—and uncover the profound truth that none were the ultimate ruler the people needed. Join David…
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Legacy of Peace
Every nation, tribe, and tongue, gathered together as one people. No, it’s not the Olympics. It’s the finish line of the Great Commission. Sometimes we get a…
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The Gift of Peace
Peace is more than the absence of conflict. It's bigger, it's better, and it's a gift from God to all who belong to Christ. On this episode, David Wollen…
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The Gospel for Every Nation
Is the Great Commission still great? Those final words of Jesus have fueled the mission of the church for centuries. On this episode, David Wollen explores…
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God Goes Before Us
With the Great Commission, Jesus commanded His followers to reach the world with the gospel. He not only promised to go with us, He has already gone before us…
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The Peace Child
They were cannibals and headhunters. In their culture, treachery was idealized, they lived in fear, and had never heard the name of Jesus. On this episode…
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The Hope of Job
The book of Job is profound, not only for its wisdom, but because it points us directly to the cross of Jesus Christ. On this episode, David Wollen is joined…
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Beholding the Almighty
Job demanded an audience with the Almighty. Convinced he was right, he longed for God to answer him. On this episode, David Wollen continues through the book…
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My Redeemer Lives
Job was never given all the pieces to the painful puzzle his life had become. Yet even as he wrestled with God, he refused to abandon his faith in the Living…
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The Wisdom of the Cross
Most false teachers are convinced they are right. Job's three friends were no exception. Though they spoke many true things about God, they ultimately missed…
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The Greater Job
In the Old Testament, Job stands alone. His story is unlike any other, yet it points us to the greater Suffering Servant who would come. On this episode, David…
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Holding Fast to God
When suffering comes, the greatest battle is often the one that takes place in our hearts. The book of Job reminds us that even in our darkest moments, God…
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When Suffering Comes
Why do bad things happen to good people? Job wrestled with that question long before we did, but the book that bears his name points us to something greater…
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The Anchor that Holds
There is no better life than knowing Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior. But this side of heaven, every believer will walk through dark valleys. On this episode…
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Strength for Another Day
How do you keep holding on when the path the Lord has placed before you feels too hard to walk? On this episode, David Wollen continues his conversation with…
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Joy in the Dark Valley
Sometimes following Jesus leads through valleys we would never choose for ourselves. Yet even in our deepest suffering, Christ meets us with a hope that cannot…
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The Cost and Joy of Following Jesus
The cost of following Jesus is great, but the reward of knowing Him is greater. Lilias Trotter's life bears witness to that truth. On this episode, David…
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A Kingdom Focus
What difference does Jesus make? It's more than securing a place in heaven for those who believe. On this episode, David Wollen explores how the presence of…
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Art or Mission?
What is truly worthy of your life? What is worth giving up good things so you can devote yourself to the one thing that matters most? On this episode, David…
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Eyes on the Kingdom
Her potential for greatness was undeniable. Even in Victorian England, her remarkable artwork was capturing the attention of influential people. On this…
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The Greater Glory
Lilias Trotter could have become one of England's greatest artists, achieving fame in the eyes of the world. Instead, she gave it all up to follow Christ…
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Warren Wiersbe
Our God is infinite, which means there’s always more to learn. And part of the way God intends us to learn and grow is through others who have walked with Him…
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Fanny Crosby
She wasn't born blind—that happened in her infancy through the negligence of a doctor. Yet Fanny Crosby credited that tragedy as God's gift, giving her another…
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Jonathan Edwards
The world often remembers Jonathan Edwards as an "angry Puritan." But history tells a different story—one of a pastor deeply captivated by the beauty of Christ…
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Charles Spurgeon
He is known as the “prince of preachers.” Though lacking a collegiate or seminary education, Charles Spurgeon became the gold standard for preachers because of…
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Charles Simeon
Are the so-called “Giants in the Faith” really worth looking up to? Should we imitate them? The lives of those who made much of Christ—who fully surrendered to…
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Promise of Glory and Love
What would you say to your loved ones if you knew it was the last time you would see them? On this episode, David Wollen and Charles Morris conclude their…
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Promise of Union
Just before going to the cross, Jesus prayed for the disciples who knew Him face to face. But He also prayed for future believers—including you and me. On this…
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Promise of Joy and Sanctification
The Apostle Paul calls Christians to not be of the world. But Jesus also sends His followers into the world. How can we faithfully do both? On this episode…
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Promise of Protection
Jesus asked the Father to protect His people—and He was speaking of something even greater than physical safety. Join David Wollen and Charles Morris in John…
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Promise of Eternal Life
With the cross just hours away, Jesus lifted His eyes to heaven and prayed. In this opening look at John 17, David Wollen and Charles Morris consider Christ's…
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Walking in the Light
Throughout John's Gospel, Jesus declares, “I am the light of the world.” In this concluding episode, David Wollen examines what Jesus meant by those words and…
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Lord, I Believe
After Jesus healed a man born blind, the questions began to fly. On this episode, David Wollen returns to John 9 to examine the responses to Jesus and the…
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Seeing Jesus Clearly
In John 9, Jesus gives sight to a man born blind, providing powerful evidence that He truly is the Light of the World. On this episode, David Wollen looks at…
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The Light of the World
When Jesus declared, “I am the light of the world,” He was making a bold claim about His identity and His mission to bring life to those living in darkness. On…
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God at Work Behind the Scenes
When you set your mind to serving the Lord, you can expect opposition, but God often uses those challenges to shape and strengthen His people. On this episode…
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For God So Loved the World
Nicodemus came to Jesus seeking answers, and in response, Jesus revealed one of the most beloved truths in all of Scripture. On this episode, David Wollen…
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You Must Be Born Again
John 3:16 may be the most familiar verse in all of Scripture, but its meaning becomes even richer when we understand the conversation that surrounds it. On…
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The Eternal Word
John knew Jesus longer than any of the other apostles, and his Gospel offers a uniquely personal portrait of the Savior. On this episode, David Wollen explores…
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Telling the Story of Jesus
How would you tell the story of Jesus to someone who had never even heard His name? On this episode, David Wollen talks with filmmakers John Schafer and…
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The Disciple Who Knew Jesus
What would it have been like to see Jesus with your own eyes and hear His voice with your own ears? On this episode, David Wollen is joined by the creators of…
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Knowing the Father
How are Christians meant to know God as Father, Son, and Spirit while remaining firmly centered on Jesus Christ? On this episode, David Wollen and Dane Ortlund…
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A Savior Who Understands
What is required to truly have sympathy for someone else? Is it enough simply to care, or must you know firsthand what another person is facing? On this…
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Safe in the Heart of Christ
How safe and secure is a Christian in the heart of Christ? The answer is rooted in what Jesus is doing right now on behalf of His people. On this episode…
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The Joy of Christ
At His incarnation, the eternal Son of God became truly human. He experienced the full range of human emotions, including happiness. On this episode, David…
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Moved with Compassion
What is the first emotion we most often see in Jesus when He encounters people who are hurting, grieving, or suffering? Throughout the Gospels, Christ…
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Rest for Your Soul
Jesus invites weary and burdened people to come to Him and promises they will find rest for their souls. On this episode, David Wollen explores one of Christ’s…
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The Beauty of Christ
Throughout church history, believers have spoken about the beauty of Christ—but what does that actually mean, and is it rooted in Scripture? On this episode…