The Criswell Hour
The Criswell Hour presents two carefully selected sermons by Dr. W. A. Criswell, edited for broadcast and connected by commentary and music. Each weekly program introduces listeners to the larger W. A. Criswell Sermon Library, preserving one of the twentieth century's great expository preaching ministries for new generations.
Episodes
This week, Dr. W. A. Criswell considers Christ's pierced side, the atoning blood of Calvary, and the wounds inflicted by unbelief and indifference.
The Crimson Flow (John 19:31-37)
Dr. W. A. Criswell reflects on the blood and water flowing from Christ's side after the soldier's spear pierced Him. He connects the scene with Old Testament sacrifice, the Passover lamb, fulfilled Scripture, and John's witness, presenting the water ...
This week, Dr. W. A. Criswell proclaims Christ's atoning death and His final triumph as crucified Savior and crowned Lord.
How Could God Die for Me? (John 19:16-22)
Dr. W. A. Criswell follows Jesus from Pilate's judgment to Golgotha, presenting the crucifixion as God's eternal provision for humanity's redemption. He reflects on Christ's incarnation, the bearing of the cross, the darkness at Calvary, and the completed atonement ...
This week, Dr. W. A. Criswell proclaims Christ's kingdom of truth and presents a personal and historical case for the Savior.
The Kingdom of Christ (John 18:33-37)
From Jesus' trial before Pilate, Dr. W. A. Criswell considers the paradox of the rejected and crucified Savior declaring Himself King. Christ's kingdom is not founded on worldly force, wealth, or conquest, but is a kingdom in which He alone is Lord and bears witness ...
This week, Dr. W. A. Criswell presents two messages from the closing chapters of John, proclaiming Christ's eternal kingdom and the witness of His saving work.
The Kingdom of Christ (John 18:36-37)
Speaking from Jesus' exchange with Pilate, Dr. W. A. Criswell contrasts the kingdoms of worldly power with Christ's kingdom, which is not of this world. He portrays Jesus as the one true King, whose reign is founded not on force or c...
This week, Dr. W. A. Criswell proclaims Jesus as the coming King and calls listeners to behold the crucified Man.
The Coming King (John 18:33-37)
Preaching from Jesus' trial before Pilate, Dr. W. A. Criswell declares that Christ affirmed His kingship even as He was rejected and crucified. He traces the promised King through the covenants and prophetic witness, then describes the present proclamation of the gospel among the nati...
This week, Dr. W. A. Criswell proclaims the cross that shadows Christ's ministry and affirms Pilate's verdict of the Savior's sinless character.
The Shadow of the Cross (John 18:11)
Beginning with Jesus' words to Peter in Gethsemane, Dr. W. A. Criswell traces the shadow of the cross through Scripture, from the Lamb slain before the foundation of the world to Christ's suffering and death at Golgotha. He presents the sacrifices, ...
This week, Dr. W. A. Criswell brings two messages from Jesus' high priestly prayer, calling believers to faithful witness and self-giving consecration.
The Christian in an Evil World (John 17:11-18)
Dr. W. A. Criswell presents the world as fallen, under the judgment of death, and opposed to God, yet emphasizes that Christ does not pray for His disciples to be removed from it. Christians are to remain distinct from the world whi...
This week, Dr. W. A. Criswell considers the unfolding wisdom of God and the sustaining power of Christ's intercession.
Progressive Revelation (John 16:12)
From Jesus' words, I have yet many things to say unto you, but ye cannot bear them now, Dr. W. A. Criswell reflects on the Savior's silence, tenderness, and patient instruction of His disciples. He traces the progressive character of God's revelation from Old Testament symbol...
This week, Dr. W. A. Criswell brings two messages from John's Gospel on the joy Christ gives and the Holy Spirit's convicting, guiding presence.
The Christian's Joy (John 15:11)
Dr. W. A. Criswell centers on Christ's promise that His joy may remain in His disciples and that their joy may be full. Contrasting the emptiness of unbelief, worldly pleasure, wealth, fame, and conquest with the Savior's joy on the way to the cross, he...
This week, Dr. W. A. Criswell speaks first of the solemn consequence of life apart from Christ and then of God's call to bear fruit in His harvest.
The Fires of Judgment in Hell (John 15:6)
Dr. W. A. Criswell considers Christ's warning concerning the branch that does not abide in Him and is cast into the fire. Drawing on passages including Matthew, Luke, Romans, 2 Peter, and Revelation, he describes judgment as everlasting loss...
p>This week on The Criswell Hour, Dr. W. A. Criswell proclaims the hope of Christ's return and the victory of faith that transforms every sorrow into triumph.
Jesus Is Coming Again (John 14:2)
Dr. W. A. Criswell unfolds the promise of Jesus' return as the culmination of God's gracious design for His people. From the creation and fall of the universe to the final renewal of heaven and earth, he traces three great catastrophe...
This week on The Criswell Hour, Dr. W. A. Criswell continues his preaching through the Gospel of John with two messages of comfort and assurance drawn from the fourteenth chapter.
The Lights of Home (John 14:3)
Dr. W. A. Criswell proclaims the Christian hope grounded in Jesus' promise, "I go to prepare a place for you." Preaching from John 14, he contrasts the despair of unbelief with the confidence of faith that looks toward a...
This week on The Criswell Hour, Dr. W. A. Criswell presents two messages from the Gospel of John-one calling the church to a life of humble service, and the other assuring believers that God's purposes, though hidden now, will be made clear in His time.
The Servant Church (John 13:4-14)
In this message, Dr. W. A. Criswell reflects on Jesus washing the disciples' feet as the supreme example of divine humility and love. He explai...
This week on The Criswell Hour, Dr. W. A. Criswell continues his preaching through the Gospel of John with two messages drawn from the thirteenth chapter, exploring the humility of Jesus and the meaning of spiritual cleansing.
Washing Feet and Washing Stripes (John 13:1-17)
Dr. W. A. Criswell reflects on the Lord's act of washing His disciples' feet and the spirit of humble service it reveals. He explains why foot washing is no...
This week on The Criswell Hour, Dr. W. A. Criswell contrasts the tragic blindness of Judas with the living presence of Christ in believers who carry His gospel into the world.
The Gospel According to Judas (John 12:2-8)
Dr. W. A. Criswell reflects on Judas Iscariot's view of Jesus as recorded in John 12. He traces how Judas valued the Lord's ministry only for personal gain, dismissed divine warnings, and finally despaired of me...
This week on The Criswell Hour, Dr. W. A. Criswell presents two messages that move from the lavish devotion of Mary at Bethany to the risen Lord's abiding presence with His people.
The Extravagances of God (John 12:1-8)
Dr. W. A. Criswell reflects on Mary's costly anointing of Jesus at Bethany as a picture of divine and human extravagance. He contrasts Judas's utilitarian protest with the Lord's commendation of beauty and love ...
This week on The Criswell Hour, Dr. W. A. Criswell continues his preaching through John chapter 11 with two stirring messages on faith, obedience, and the living presence of Christ.
Take Away the Stone (John 11:39)
Dr. W. A. Criswell preaches from the scene at Lazarus's tomb, where Jesus commands, "Take ye away the stone." Before the miracle of resurrection could occur, human hands had to move in faith. Dr. Criswell applies thi...
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