The Paul Tripp Podcast

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.

Transcribed - Published: 23 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 22 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 21 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 19 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 18 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 17 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 16 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 15 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 14 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 11 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 9 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 8 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 7 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 4 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 2 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 1 April 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 31 March 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 28 March 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 26 March 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 25 March 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2025

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

Transcribed - Published: 21 March 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2025

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!

Transcribed - Published: 18 March 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 12 March 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 11 March 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2025

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!

Transcribed - Published: 7 March 2025

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.

Transcribed - Published: 5 March 2025

You are called to shine as lights in the midst of a crooked and twisted generation. But to do that, you must have a biblical perspective on ministry. In today’s episode, we continue our four-part sermon series from the archives, Loving Your City. In this third message, Paul challenges the idea that ministry is something you step into and out of—reminding us that everywhere we go, we are called to represent Christ. To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.

Transcribed - Published: 4 March 2025

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 see how God turned the worst event in human history into the best event in human history.  To dive deeper into these Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2025

For the last twelve years, Paul Tripp Ministries has emailed out our Wednesday’s Word devotional. We praise God that this little resource has been an encouragement to you at just the right moment.   Wednesday’s Word will continue, but our ministry is adding something new this year. On the first day of each month, we’ll record a longer article that allows Paul to write more extensively than he does in Wednesday’s Word.   We’re calling it Grace + Knowledge, and our prayer is that this new 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). This month's Grace + Knowledge article is on the topic of suffering. Thank you for supporting Paul Tripp Ministries as we connect the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life!

Transcribed - Published: 1 March 2025

In this week’s Connecting Clip of the Week, Paul sits down with Steve Sarkisian, Vice President of Paul Tripp Ministries, and they reflect on the faithfulness of God in their stories. To hear more of this conversation with Steve, check out The Connecting Podcast Ep. 039: https://youtu.be/HNixJhorM4w?si=ALd5yTu-DlmCiVz8

Transcribed - Published: 28 February 2025

This week, we’ll listen to another poem from Paul, celebrating the wonder of God’s family and the blessing of belonging to the church body. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 26 February 2025

Babylon was a great cultural city, much like New York City today. But in Revelation 18, we see her fall. In today’s episode, we continue our four-part sermon series from the archives, Loving Your City. In this second message, Paul explains how self-glory consumed Babylon, turning her into a dwelling place for demons. And just like this fallen city, we too are vulnerable to the dangerous addiction of self-glory. To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.

Transcribed - Published: 25 February 2025

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 look at the boundless love of Christ as He suffers on our behalf.  To dive deeper into these Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2025

In this week’s Connecting Clip of the Week, Paul sits down with Steve Sarkisian, Vice President of Paul Tripp Ministries, to share the story of how they joined forces to launch Paul Tripp Ministries in 2006. To hear more of this conversation with Steve, check out The Connecting Podcast Ep. 039: https://youtu.be/HNixJhorM4w?si=ALd5yTu-DlmCiVz8

Transcribed - Published: 21 February 2025

This week, we’ll hear another poem from Paul, reflecting on the beauty of God's plans and how they surpass our own. 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.

Transcribed - Published: 19 February 2025

You live in a world where things are not how they should be. Shalom has been shattered.  In today’s episode, we will begin a four-part sermon series from the archives called Loving Your City. In this first message, Paul teaches that there will be a day when Shalom is going to be restored once again. In the meantime, you're called to be active and compassionate ambassadors for Christ wherever you live. Stay tuned for part two of this sermon series next Tuesday. To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.

Transcribed - Published: 18 February 2025

Today, as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time—our year-long journey through the Gospel of John—we turn to John 18. In this episode, Jesus stands before Pilate and boldly declares that His Kingdom is not of this world. To dive deeper into these Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2025

In this week’s Connecting Clip of the Week, Paul sits down with Steve Sarkisian, Vice President of Paul Tripp Ministries, to share the story of how they first met—and how that meeting set the stage for the launch of Paul Tripp Ministries. To hear more of this conversation with Steve, check out The Connecting Podcast Ep. 039: https://youtu.be/HNixJhorM4w?si=ALd5yTu-DlmCiVz8

Transcribed - Published: 14 February 2025

This week, we’ll hear a poem from Paul celebrating the wondrous glory of our God.  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.

Transcribed - Published: 12 February 2025

You could argue that the entire book of James is about wandering away from the truths of the Gospel.  In today’s episode, we finish this sermon series in the book of James. In this final message, Paul teaches that every Christian has been called to rescue wandering brothers and sisters. To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.

Transcribed - Published: 11 February 2025

Today, we turn to John 18 as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time, our year-long journey through the Gospel of John. In this episode, we look at the betrayal of Judas, the denial of Peter, and the deep love of Jesus.  To dive deeper into these Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2025

For the last twelve years, Paul Tripp Ministries has emailed out our Wednesday’s Word devotional. We praise God that this little resource has been an encouragement to you at just the right moment. Thank you for sharing your stories with us and forwarding Wednesday’s Word to others.  Wednesday’s Word will continue, of course, and our ministry wants to add something new this year. On the first day of each month, we’ll record a longer article that allows Paul to write more extensively than he does in Wednesday’s Word. This first month’s episode is a few days late, but moving forward, this will be posted on the 1st of each month on the Paul Tripp Podcast. We’re calling it Grace + Knowledge, and our prayer is that this new 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 is on the topic of eternity. Thank you for supporting Paul Tripp Ministries as we connect the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life!

Transcribed - Published: 8 February 2025

If you have been blessed by anything that Paul Tripp and Paul Tripp Ministries has produced over the last two decades, it's largely because of the sacrifice of one man: Steve Sarkisian. In the early 2000s, Steve's marriage was on the brink of divorce, and God used Paul during his days as a biblical counselor to restore Steve's relationship with Gail. Afterward, Steve walked away from tens of millions of dollars in personal fortune, sold his Rolls Royce, and helped co-found Paul Tripp Ministries in 2006. This month's guest on The Connecting Podcast is our very own co-founder and vice-president of Paul Tripp Ministries. You'll be blessed and encouraged by his story of redemption!

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2025

This week, Paul discusses the beautiful, life-giving hope of our ultimate restoration in 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.

Transcribed - Published: 5 February 2025

Prayer can be a struggle for many Christians. We know we’re called to pray, but we don’t always understand why or how. In today’s episode, we continue our sermon series from the archives in the book of James. In this message, Paul reminds us what prayer is and what it does in our lives. To hear more sermons from Paul, visit PaulTripp.com/Sermons.

Transcribed - Published: 4 February 2025

Today, we turn to John 17 as we continue The Gospel: One Sign at a Time, our year-long journey through the Gospel of John. In this episode, Paul shows us three things to learn from Jesus’ high priestly prayer. To dive deeper into these Bible studies, visit PaulTripp.com/John.

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2025