Wednesday in the Word

Wednesday in the Word is a weekly Bible teaching podcast for anyone who wants to study Scripture seriously. Host Krisan Marotta offers verse-by-verse teaching with historical and literary context to help you understand what the Bible really says. No fluff, no guilt trips—just clear, thoughtful exposition rooted in sound theology. Perfect for Bible study leaders, small groups, and individual growth in faith. More at: WednesdayintheWord.com

Episodes

01 Suffering, Comfort & Prayer: What Paul Teaches about Ministry (2 Corinthians 1:1-11)

July 16, 2025 • 47 mins

Paul’s words in 2 Corinthians 1:1-11 offer deep insight into suffering, encouragement, and prayer. Learn what his experience teaches us about gospel ministry and why it still matters today.

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Founding the Church in Corinth (Acts 18)

July 9, 2025 • 26 mins

Corinth was a city of wealth, power, and moral decay—an unlikely place for a thriving church. In this episode, we explore how Paul planted the church in Corinth during his second missionary journey and why he stayed longer than expected. You’ll learn about his partnership with Priscilla and Aquila, the cultural challenges he faced, and the strategic vision behind his ministry.

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Wednesday in the Word Season 26

June 25, 2025 • 1 min

Wednesday in the Word Season 26 kicks off July 9 with a series on 2 Corinthians: When Church Hurts.

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A Biblical Perspective on Money

May 7, 2025 • 69 mins

In this episode, Krisan and David John Marotta present a biblical perspective on money. Drawing from Scripture and their extensive experience in financial management, they blend theological insights with practical advice.

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24 Why Believe? Themes from the Gospel of John’s Final Chapters

April 9, 2025 • 40 mins

John 20:30-31 captures the themes of John's Gospel. The final episode in this series explores John’s purpose and major themes, tying them to Passion Week and the book’s closing chapters.

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23 The Upper Room Discourse: Jesus’ Final Teaching (John 13-17)

April 2, 2025 • 59 mins

The Upper Room Discourse (John 13-17) records Jesus' final teaching to his disciples. Jesus explains 5 key themes to prepare his disciples for the future.

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22 Mary Anoints Jesus and the Triumphal Entry Explained (John 12)

March 26, 2025

Jesus’ ministry shifts toward the cross. Mary’s devotion and the triumphal entry highlight his worthiness, while Judas and the crowd expose the complexity of belief.

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21 Why Jesus Delayed Raising Lazarus (John 11)

March 19, 2025 • 43 mins

Jesus’s raising of Lazarus proves his authority over death, offering us confidence in his promise of eternal life and setting the stage for the cross.

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20 Why Jesus said “I and the Father are One” (John 10:22-42)

March 12, 2025 • 38 mins

When Jesus pointed to his works as proof of words, he made the famous claim "I and the Father are one." He is at least claiming to be the Messiah. How much more he's claiming is debated.

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19 Understanding Jesus as the Good Shepherd (John 10:1-21)

March 5, 2025 • 28 mins

Jesus describes himself as both “the door” to salvation, and “the good shepherd,” who willingly gives his life for his flock.

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18 Jesus heals the Man Born Blind (John 9)

February 26, 2025 • 39 mins

In John 9, Jesus heals on the Sabbath again, provoking the Jewish leadership. John highlights a variety of responses to this miracle, contrasting spiritual and physical blindness. The blind man now sees, but more importantly he has faith.

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17 Before Abraham was, I Am (John 8:48-59)

February 19, 2025 • 50 mins

What does Jesus mean when he says 'before Abraham was, I am?" Traditionally seen as a declaration of divinity, context suggests Jesus intends to highlight his role as the Messiah.

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16 The Light of the World (John 8:12-47)

February 12, 2025 • 35 mins

Jesus came to offer his life to free us from the condemnation that we deserve. Now he add something new: he also came to free us from slavery to sin.

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15 The Woman Caught in Adultery (John 7:53-8:11)

February 5, 2025 • 26 mins

Many Bibles omit the account of the woman caught in adultery because of questions about its authenticity. Despite these textual debates, the interesting narrative reveals profound truths about grace, humility and judgment.

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14 Who is Jesus? (John 7)

November 20, 2024 • 44 mins

Who is Jesus? The people respond with belief, confusion and awe over Jesus' teachings. These responses reflect our complex relationship to truth.

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13 The Bread of Life (John 6)

November 13, 2024 • 43 mins

John 6 opens with two famous miracles: feeding 5,000 people and Jesus walking on water. What makes this chapter intriguing is John does not focus on the miracles, but on their aftermath—the dialogue that follows.

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12 Sabbath Conflict and the Authority of Jesus (John 5)

November 6, 2024 • 45 mins

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.

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11 True Worship: The Woman at the Well, Part 2 (John 4)

October 30, 2024 • 36 mins

While exploring his theme of belief, John teaches us about worship and hungering for God’s will.

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10 Living Water: The Woman at the Well, Part 1 (John 4)

October 23, 2024 • 34 mins

John adds a new twist to his theme of testimony and belief: this time the believers are the hated Samaritans. John explores three themes this chapter. We examine the first theme in this podcast.

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09 John the Baptist: Forerunner to Follower (John 3:22-36)

October 16, 2024 • 26 mins

John the Baptist decreases: In this narrative, John affirms his contentment and joy with following God's plan for him.

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Wednesday in the Word

Episodes

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Wednesday in the Word Season 26

A Biblical Perspective on Money

24 Why Believe? Themes from the Gospel of John’s Final Chapters

23 The Upper Room Discourse: Jesus’ Final Teaching (John 13-17)

22 Mary Anoints Jesus and the Triumphal Entry Explained (John 12)

21 Why Jesus Delayed Raising Lazarus (John 11)

20 Why Jesus said “I and the Father are One” (John 10:22-42)

19 Understanding Jesus as the Good Shepherd (John 10:1-21)

18 Jesus heals the Man Born Blind (John 9)

17 Before Abraham was, I Am (John 8:48-59)

16 The Light of the World (John 8:12-47)

15 The Woman Caught in Adultery (John 7:53-8:11)

14 Who is Jesus? (John 7)

13 The Bread of Life (John 6)

12 Sabbath Conflict and the Authority of Jesus (John 5)

11 True Worship: The Woman at the Well, Part 2 (John 4)

10 Living Water: The Woman at the Well, Part 1 (John 4)

09 John the Baptist: Forerunner to Follower (John 3:22-36)

Popular Podcasts

01 Suffering, Comfort & Prayer: What Paul Teaches about Ministry (2 Corinthians 1:1-11)

Founding the Church in Corinth (Acts 18)