Dr. Paul David Tripp is a pastor and best-selling author. This podcast features Paul's new Bible Study, the Ask Paul Tripp Show, sermons, conference messages, radio broadcasts, and other audio resources that connect the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life.
The Paul Tripp Podcast is an incredible source of wisdom and encouragement for anyone seeking to grow in their faith and understanding of God's word. Paul Tripp has a genuine heart for others and his passion for helping people navigate the challenges of life shines through in every episode. His teachings are grounded in Bible basics and make it easy for listeners to understand and apply to their own lives. The podcast covers a variety of topics, from relationships to Christian doctrines, and each episode provides deep insights that often leave me moved to tears. I especially appreciate the monthly connecting podcasts and interviews with guests like Enoch, Rechab Gray, Vaneetha Risner, and Eric Schumacher, who offer unique perspectives and valuable insights.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is Paul Tripp's ability to communicate profound truths in a simple and relatable way. His messages always hit home for me and make me feel like he is speaking directly to my heart. The truth he shares draws me closer to God, fills me with hope and peace, and has already impacted my life on multiple levels. I have recommended this podcast to several friends and family members who have also found it incredibly valuable.
If there is one downside to this podcast, it would be that the episodes are relatively short (around 1.5-2 hours). Personally, I find myself wanting more content because each episode is so rich with wisdom and insight. However, this is a minor complaint considering the depth of knowledge that Paul Tripp consistently delivers.
In conclusion, The Paul Tripp Podcast is a life-changing resource for anyone seeking spiritual growth and guidance. Whether you are new to the Christian faith or a seasoned believer looking for renewal, this podcast offers insightful, thought-provoking, convicting, and encouraging teachings that will challenge you to learn and apply God's word in your everyday life. I am grateful for the impact this podcast has had on me and I highly recommend it to everyone. Thank you, Paul Tripp, for your faithful and wide-reaching sharing of the gospel. Yours in Christ, [Your Name].
This week, Paul asks a revealing question: Are you following God for who He is…or for what you hope He'll give you? Drawing from the story of Habakkuk, we'll explore how true joy is found not in fulfilled desires, but in God Himself.Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
What does it really look like to love one another? The call to love runs through the entire Bible, from Genesis to Revelation.In today's episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Elect Exiles, from 1 Peter. In this message, Paul unpacks four transformative characteristics of love that can reshape your relationships and redefine your ministry.For more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.
As we come to the final verses in the Gospel of John, we're reminded of the inexhaustible grace of Jesus and the limitless wonder of God's redemptive work.Today, as we wrap up The Gospel: One Sign at a Time, our year-long study through the Gospel of John, Paul reflects on John 21:24–25 and the power of John's testimony—not just as historical record, but as a call to lifelong awe and faith.To watch the entire series, visit PaulTripp.com/John.
Welcome to Ask Paul Tripp, a weekly podcast from Paul Tripp Ministries where pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life.Today's question comes from a listener who's been a pastor for over 30 years and is currently writing a thesis on the care of pastors. He's exploring how sabbatical leave can help sustain long-term ministry, and he wants to hear Paul's thoughts on the value of sabbaticals.If you have a question you'd like to ask Paul, you can email ask@paultripp.com or submit it online at PaulTripp.com/Ask.Dangerous Calling: Confronting the Unique Challenges of Pastoral MinistryPaulTripp.com/DangerousCallingLead: 12 Gospel Principles for Leadership in the ChurchPaulTripp.com/Lead
This week, Paul demonstrates how our communication reflects whether our hearts are resting in God's sovereignty or striving for our own control. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
Even with the wisdom of God's Word and the presence of the Holy Spirit, Christians still wrestle to align their values with God's.In today's episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Elect Exiles, from 1 Peter. In this message, Paul unpacks three core values from 1 Peter that can reshape how we live as we wait for Christ's return.For more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.
Even though Peter publicly turned his back on Jesus, Jesus never turned His back on Peter.Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time, our year-long study through the Gospel of John, we're looking at the powerful epilogue in John 21, where the risen Christ restores Peter with grace and purpose.For more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.
Ask Paul Tripp is a weekly podcast resource from Paul Tripp Ministries. Each week, pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions about anything and everything, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life in the process. Today's question comes from a listener preparing to lead a Bible study on the Book of Revelation. She's wondering if Paul holds to a particular view of Revelation, like Idealism, Preterism, Historicism, or Futurism? And why are there so many different approaches to understanding this book in the first place?If you have a question you'd like to ask Paul, you can email ask@paultripp.com or submit it online at PaulTripp.com/Ask.Paul Tripp's 5-Minute Bible Studyhttps://www.paultripp.com/biblestudy
This week, Paul explains how our problems with words are ultimately problems of the heart and that true transformation in how we speak doesn't come from technique or strategy, but from the gospel.Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
Have you searched and inquired carefully about your salvation? In today's episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Elect Exiles, from 1 Peter. In this message, Paul explains how the process of investigative reporting on the story of your eternal destiny can keep you stable in times of trouble.To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.
Every sign in the Gospel of John points not just to Jesus' power, but to his grace, mercy, and the life-transforming truth of who he is.Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time, our year-long study through the Gospel of John, Paul unpacks John 20:30–31, where the apostle reveals his purpose for writing: so that we might believe Jesus is the Christ and find life in his name.For more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.
Ask Paul Tripp is a weekly podcast resource from Paul Tripp Ministries. Each week, pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions about anything and everything, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life in the process. In this episode, Paul responds to a thoughtful question from a young listener who wants to help others grow in their faith, even when they're much older than she is.If you have a question you'd like to ask Paul, you can email ask@paultripp.com or submit it online at PaulTripp.com/Ask.How To Ask Better Questions:https://www.paultripp.com/wednesdays-word/posts/how-to-ask-better-questions
This week, Paul explains how human communication began with God, who spoke creation into existence. But when Satan twisted language to challenge God's authority, our words were corrupted. Yet through Christ, we find both forgiveness and the power to speak with grace once again.Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
Are you experiencing grief, trials, or tests that come from the hand of a loving God?In today's episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Elect Exiles, from 1 Peter. In this message, Paul unpacks Peter's metaphor of metallurgy and explains how, in moments of suffering, we all choose to preach one of two gospels to ourselves: the gospel of temporary self-glory or the gospel of uncomfortable grace.To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.
“Unless I see... I will never believe.” Much like Thomas, we've all wrestled with doubts about God's existence and the reality of Christ's resurrection.Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time, our year-long journey through the Gospel of John, Paul unpacks the familiar story of "Doubting Thomas" and reveals that it's not primarily about Thomas's doubt, but about Jesus' gracious response to it.For more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.
“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 5:14–16).What does it look like to live as light in your neighborhood, shining the bright truth of Jesus to those living in darkness? In this new episode of The Connecting Podcast, Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott begin a conversation about evangelism and how we can share the Good News with our non-believing friends, neighbors, family, and coworkers.
Ask Paul Tripp is a weekly podcast resource from Paul Tripp Ministries. Each week, pastor and best-selling author Dr. Paul David Tripp answers your questions about anything and everything, connecting the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life in the process. In this episode, Paul answers this question: "If a client sues my company due to their own mismanagement, is it biblically right to defend ourselves in court, especially when the ordeal is unjust and puts our employees' livelihoods at risk?"If you have a question you'd like to ask Paul, you can email ask@paultripp.com or submit it online at PaulTripp.com/Ask.
On the first day of each month, we release Grace + Knowledge, a more in-depth article from Paul that allows him to expand on biblical truths beyond his weekly Wednesday's Word.Our prayer is that this resource helps you “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen” (2 Peter 3:18).In this month's Grace + Knowledge, Paul challenges our understanding of “work-life balance” by inviting us to view life through a biblical triad of calling: relationships, work, and God.
This week, Paul explores the often-overlooked power of our words and how even everyday talk carries significant weight, capable of building up or tearing down relationships. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, we're invited to redeem our speech by aligning it with God's purpose to bring life.Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
If you were writing to friends and family members who were suffering, what would you write? In today's episode, we will begin another sermon series from the archives, Elect Exiles, from 1 Peter. In this inaugural message, Paul unpacks the pastoral wisdom behind the challenges Peter gives to the elect exiles and how we can benefit from these reminders.To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.
As fear and doubt linger behind the locked doors of the shaken disciples, Jesus arrives to bring peace and purpose to these men.Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time, our year-long journey through the Gospel of John, we step into one of the most transformative moments in Scripture: Jesus' first appearance to His disciples after the resurrection. Paul Tripp reminds us that God doesn't call the equipped; He equips the called.For more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.
This week, Paul reminds us that no matter how deep our failures or how dark our valleys, God's grace offers us fresh starts and new beginnings. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
It's one of the darkest and most dangerous delusions a person can believe: “I can do what's wrong, and it won't make a difference.” While the confessional theology of the Christian rejects this lie, our everyday choices often tell a different story.In today's episode, we conclude our sermon series from the archives, Living with Eternity in View. In this message, Paul Tripp teaches on the clear and unavoidable principles of consequence and judgment.To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.Please note: This sermon was recorded many years ago, and the audio quality is not ideal. Thank you for your patience.
In one of the most tender and powerful moments of Scripture, the risen Jesus speaks a single word that changes everything: “Mary.” Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time, our year-long journey through the Gospel of John, Paul walks us through Mary Magdalene's encounter with the resurrected Christ and highlights two truths we can't afford to miss.To explore more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.
What holds the entire Bible together? From Genesis to Revelation, there's one unifying thread running through every page: Jesus. He's not just a character in the story. He is the story.In this episode, Paul Tripp invites you to read the Bible with fresh eyes, learning to look for Jesus in every passage, every promise, and every plot twist. Whether you're in the Old Testament or the New, you'll discover that all of Scripture points to the Savior.
How should we approach the Bible? Not just as readers, but as seekers; like archaeologists digging for ancient treasure, or detectives following clues in a grand narrative. Every page invites us to look deeper, to discover the rich connections woven throughout Scripture.In this episode, Paul Tripp encourages us to read the Bible with curiosity and wonder, tracing the threads that reveal God's sovereignty, wisdom, authority, and grace.
What is the Bible, really? It's not just a collection of ancient texts or moral teachings. It's the grand, sweeping story of God's gracious redemption of broken humanity, a story where Christ takes center stage in every chapter and where God breathes His truth into our everyday lives.In this episode, Paul Tripp unpacks these foundational truths to reignite your awe for the Word of God. Whether you're new to the Bible or have read it for years, this message will inspire you to pick up the Good Book and mine its pages for the treasure within.
This week, as we approach Good Friday and Easter Sunday, Paul reminds us that although Jesus appeared to be defeated at his crucifixion, he was actually exercising divine power and holy restraint, fully in control and committed to fulfilling God's redemptive plan. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
What really matters to you in this life? It's easy to give a spiritual-sounding answer, but if someone looked at your everyday moments, your joys and frustrations, what would they say your heart truly values?In today's episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Living with Eternity in View. In this message, Paul invites us to eavesdrop on eternity and consider how God calls us to realign our priorities today.To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.Please note: This sermon was recorded many years ago, and the audio quality is not ideal. Thank you for your patience.
What if the most unbelievable moment in history was actually true? Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time, our year-long journey through the Gospel of John, we turn to John 20. In this passage, we'll witness the raw, human reactions to the empty tomb and discover the spark of faith that changes everything.To explore more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.
In this week's Connecting Clip of the Week, Paul sits down with Sam Alberry to discuss what it really means to be in Christ. To hear more of this conversation with Sam, check out The Connecting Podcast Ep. 041 wherever you listen to podcasts.
This week, we'll hear another poem from Paul celebrating the radical ways God intervenes to rescue us from sin and darkness. Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
Your life hasn't gone according to your plan. Perhaps even just yesterday didn't go according to plan. But there's no need to panic because your story is being written by the One who is wiser and stronger than you.In today's episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives, Living with Eternity in View. In this sermon, Paul opens to 1 Peter to offer hope and encouragement, even when life doesn't seem to make sense.To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.
Even in Jesus' burial, every detail fulfills God's plan.Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time, our year-long journey through the Gospel of John, we turn to John 19. In this passage, we'll be reminded that Christ's death was not a defeat but a victory, securing our own future resurrection and eternal life with Him.To explore more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.
We're excited to welcome Sam Allberry back on the Connecting Podcast with Paul for a third time!Sam is a pastor, apologist, author, and speaker. Originally from England, he now lives and pastors in Nashville and is the author of a number of books, including Is God Anti-Gay?; What God Has to Say About Our Bodies; Why Does God Care Who I Sleep With?; and 7 Myths about Singleness.We hope you are blessed by this gospel conversation with our most frequent guest.
This week, we'll hear a poem from Paul that reflects on life's unexpected twists and turns and the unwavering faithfulness of God who walks with us through it all.Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
On the first day of each month, we release Grace + Knowledge, a more in-depth article from Paul that allows him to expand on biblical truths beyond his weekly Wednesday's Word.Our prayer is that this resource helps you “grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To him be the glory both now and to the day of eternity. Amen” (2 Peter 3:18).Today's Grace + Knowledge article explores the beauty of being connected to God's people in the church.
Every single detail that John recorded about Jesus's death was intentionally part of God's redemptive plan.Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time, our year-long journey through the Gospel of John, we turn to John 19. In this passage, John's eyewitness testimony will reassure us that Jesus' crucifixion was not a random event, but a moment of divine victory.To explore more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.
In this week's Connecting Clip of the Week, Paul sits down with Ray Ortlund and Sam Alberry to discuss what it means to truly love your brother by embodying the heart of Jesus. To hear more of this conversation with Ray and Sam, check out The Connecting Podcast Ep. 040: https://youtu.be/5MzDRAEkji8?si=AmeiJrLl14jDMPO1
This week, Paul explores the significance of hyssop in Scripture and reflects on living between the "already" of Christ's redemptive work and the "not yet" of complete deliverance from sin.Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
Could a church that boldly preaches the sovereignty of God still operate out of fear? Could someone who publicly proclaims God's faithfulness secretly struggle with daily anxiety about the future?In today's episode, we're continuing our sermon series from the archives, Living with Eternity in View. In this message, Paul teaches from Matthew 6 that when our hearts are set on earthly treasures, worry is inevitable—even though God has promised us an unshakably secure future.To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.Please note: This sermon was recorded many years ago, and the audio quality is not ideal. Thank you for your patience.
On the cross, Jesus declared, “It is finished”—words that mark the complete and final accomplishment of our redemption.Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time, our year-long journey through the Gospel of John, we turn to John 19. In this passage, we'll see that because of Christ's finished work, our salvation is entirely a gift of grace; nothing more is needed, and nothing can be added.To explore more in-depth Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.
In this week's Connecting Clip of the Week, Paul sits down with Ray Ortlund and Sam Alberry to discuss the current state of the church.To hear more of this conversation with Ray and Sam, check out The Connecting Podcast Ep. 040: https://youtu.be/5MzDRAEkji8?si=aB0jtbFwcg1fhxp7
This week, Paul wants to remind you that even the smallest details in Scripture, like the mention of a hyssop branch at Jesus' crucifixion, reveal God's sovereign plan—declaring Christ as the ultimate Passover Lamb who frees us from sin.Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
What would it look like if you lived every day in light of eternity? If you knew that Heaven was just around the corner, how would that change the way you lived? In today's episode, we will begin another sermon series from the archives, Living With Eternity In View. In this first message, Paul teaches from Matthew 6 to show our obsession with earth-bound treasures and how quickly we forget the heavenly treasures of God.To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.Please note: This sermon was recorded years ago, and the audio quality is poor in the first few minutes. However, it improves as the sermon progresses—thank you for your patience!
Have you ever wondered why Jesus said, 'I thirst' as He hung on the cross?Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time—our year-long journey through the Gospel of John—we turn to John 19. In this passage, we will see that even in His final dying moments on the cross, Jesus was fulfilling prophecy with precise intention, proving that God was in complete control of His plan for our salvation.To dive deeper into these Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.
This week, Paul wants to encourage you to approach your Bible reading like a detective, searching for clues that reveal the power and glory of Christ.Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
At some point this week, something provoked you to anger—but what was it?In today's episode, we conclude our four-part sermon series from the archives, Loving Your City. In this final message, Paul turns to Acts 17, where the Apostle Paul is provoked—not by personal inconvenience, but by the idolatry filling the city of Athens. Are you stirred by the idolatry in your culture? True ministry begins with hearts that are provoked for the glory of God.To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.
Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time—our year-long journey through the Gospel of John—we turn to John 19. In this passage, even in the depths of His suffering, Christ demonstrates His remarkable tenderness and care.To dive deeper into these Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.
We all need the gospel every day, for all of everyday life. But what is the gospel, and how does it transform our ordinary, everyday lives? That's what this Connecting Podcast is about.In this episode, Paul sits down with Ray Ortlund and Sam Allberry. Ray and Sam are both pastors, authors, and speakers, but most of all, they're ordinary men trying to live out the gospel in their everyday lives. And they want to encourage us to do the same.Enjoy this gospel conversation between Paul, Ray Ortlund, and Sam Allberry!
This week, Paul wants to encourage you to approach your daily Bible reading like an archaeologist–digging deep, asking questions, and uncovering the hidden treasures of God's Word.Join us for a weekly narration of Paul Tripp's popular devotional. You can subscribe to our email list to receive this devotional straight to your inbox each week, or read online at PaulTripp.com/Wednesday or on Facebook, Instagram, and the Paul Tripp App.If you've been enjoying the Wednesday's Word podcast, please leave us a review! Each review helps us reach more people with the transforming power of Jesus Christ.
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