Haven Today

Who is God—and what is He like? In this episode, David Wollen is joined by Jen Wilkin to explore how Scripture reveals the character of God.

From a poem written in Sweden to a hymn sung around the world, How Great Thou Art has a remarkable story.

He was a barefoot farm boy with a gift for music—but everything changed when he was called to “sing the Gospel.”

“Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it.” Few hymns capture the human heart so honestly. In this episode, David Wollen explores the story behind Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing.

In this episode, David Wollen continues his conversation with Robert Morgan, sharing the story of Henry Lyte—whose journey from relying on works to resting in grace led to one of the church’s most bel

He’s been called the Father of Hymnody—even if you don’t recognize his name, you’ve likely sung his words.

In this episode, David Wollen continues his conversation with Robert Morgan, sharing the story behind Just As I Am and the powerful message of grace that calls us to come to Christ just as we are.

In this episode, David Wollen continues his conversation with Robert Morgan, exploring the story behind It Is Well with My Soul and the deeper biblical hope that makes such faith possible.

Some of the most enduring hymns were written in seasons of both joy and sorrow.

Some hymns have endured for centuries—but what gives them such lasting power?

In this episode, David Wollen is joined by Robert Morgan to explore the origins of hymns and why these songs—rooted in the truth of Christ—still strengthen and encourage the church today.

In this episode, David Wollen invites us to reflect on Good Friday and see how the cross fulfills the meaning of Passover, revealing Jesus as our true Passover Lamb.

The Old Testament leads to the New. And likewise, the New Testament points back to the Old. Both go together. Both are important as we approach Resurrection Sunday.

Why did Jesus appear on that mountaintop in front of his disciples? Why did Jesus identify himself with Moses, the greatest prophet of the Old Testament? These are questions with answers in God’s Word

On this episode, New Testament scholar and Bible translator, Dr. Mark Strauss, joins David Wollen for a closer look at the connections between Moses and Jesus.

In this episode, David Wollen explores how the events of Exodus point to a greater Deliverer and reveal God’s pattern of rescue fulfilled in Jesus Christ.

The Exodus event is the turning point and, really, the beginning of the nation of Israel. All of this is pointing us to God’s ultimate deliverance through Christ.

In this episode, David Wollen explores how the story of Moses ultimately points us to Jesus.

In this episode, David Wollen continues his discussion with Dr. Tremper Longman looking at Israel’s flight from Egypt and how the Lord delivered them from Pharaoh’s army.

On this episode, David Wollen is joined by Old Testament Scholar, Dr. Tremper Longman, for a deeper look into the story of the Exodus.

In this episode, the director of Sight & Sound Theater’s Moses production, Chris Wert, joins David Wollen to talk about how the story of Moses impacts all of us.

In this episode, David Wollen turns to Scripture to consider what is at stake in the ministry of the gospel.

In this episode, David Wollen opens 1 Corinthians to consider what it means to remain faithful.

In this episode, David Wollen is joined by Brett Larson to explore the need for discernment in the age of AI.

In this episode, David Wollen is joined by Dr. Kelly Kapic to explore the growing use of AI in the pulpit and why faithfulness, authenticity, and truth matter in the ministry of God’s Word.

In this episode David Wollen explores what faithfulness requires from those entrusted with teaching God’s Word and why Christians must discern how AI should—and should not—be used in ministry.

In this episode, David Wollen opens Luke 12 to explore Christ’s call to stay watchful, faithful, and ready for the day when the Master returns.

In this episode, David Wollen opens Ephesians 3 to explore Paul’s prayer that believers would comprehend the immeasurable love of Christ—a love that surpasses knowledge and fills our hearts with hope.

In this episode, David Wollen continues his conversation with musician Randall Goodgame about how families can plant seeds of faith early—through reading, singing, and learning God’s Word together.

In this episode, David Wollen continues his conversation with musician Randall Goodgame about how singing Scripture together can shape faith in the hearts of children and families alike.

Helping children know God’s Word can be both joyful and memorable. In this episode, David Wollen welcomes musician and author Randall Goodgame, whose songs help families learn Scripture together.

In this episode, David Wollen opens 2 Corinthians 5 to explore the promise of our heavenly dwelling—a resurrection body and an eternal home in God’s presence.

In this episode, David Wollen opens 2 Corinthians 4 to show how fixing our eyes on eternity gives believers strength to endure today.

In this episode, David Wollen opens 2 Corinthians 4 to show how the promise of eternal glory enables us to endure present affliction without losing heart.

In this episode, David Wollen reflects on 2 Corinthians and Psalm 121 to show how the promise of heaven sustains us through our hardest seasons.

In this episode, David Wollen opens Hebrews 6 to show how our hope in Christ is an anchor for the soul, firm and secure, holding us fast through every trial.

What does the world to come have to do with life in the meantime? For Christians, the answer reshapes everything—how we think, how we hope, and how we live today.

In this episode, David Wollen and Matthew McCullough show how our present union with Christ reshapes our priorities, our joy, and the way we live right now.

In this episode, David Wollen and Matthew McCullough explore how biblical clarity about heaven brings peace, confidence, and steady hope for today.

In this episode, David Wollen and Matthew McCullough explain how the hope of heaven gives meaning, courage, and joy for life right now.

In this episode, David Wollen and special guest pastor Matthew McCullough explore how biblical hope for the world to come transforms the way we live today.

Raised to reject Christianity, Russell Berger embraced atheism until he encountered the risen Christ. In this episode, David Wollen shares Russell’s powerful testimony.

Doubt and deconstruction nearly led Alisa Childers away from the faith she once professed.

In this episode, David Wollen examines what Jesus and the apostles taught about Scripture and why the trustworthiness of God’s Word still matters in an age of deconstruction.

In this episode, David Wollen examines why the historic Gospel still answers our deepest questions and how we can communicate it faithfully today.

In this episode, David Wollen examines why the unchanging Gospel of Jesus Christ remains the only solid ground for faith and salvation.

In this concluding episode, David Wollen explores the “circle of comfort” found in 2 Corinthians and shares a moving testimony of trusting Jesus in life and in death.

In this episode, David Wollen opens Ephesians 1 to show how the Holy Spirit seals and assures us that our promised glory is secure.

In this episode, David Wollen reminds us that our only comfort in life and death is found in the Good Shepherd who goes before us, walks with us, and holds us fast.

In this episode, David Wollen opens Scripture to show why the finished work of Jesus frees believers from guilt, fear, and every lingering sense of debt.

In this episode, David Wollen opens God’s Word to show why belonging to Christ—body and soul, in life and in death—is the believer’s deepest comfort