The Connecting Podcast with Paul Tripp
The Connecting Podcast with Paul Tripp features lengthy discussions - up to 2 hours - with special guests that will dive deep into the gospel and how it transforms our daily lives. Conversations will cover topics like suffering, evangelism, work, sexuality, culture, and so much more. Each episode is released on the second Friday of the month.
Episodes
063. Trust the Promises
God doesn’t simply command us to obey; He gives us promises so compelling that obedience becomes a joyful response to His grace. This week on The Connecting Podcast, Paul and Shelby explore the promises woven throughout the Beatitudes and how trusting God’s lavish promises gives us the motivation to follow Jesus, even when obedience requires sacrifice.For more episodes of The Connecting Podcast, v
062. Eyes on the Prize
What if the hardest moments of your life are actually secure in the hands of a God who has already secured your eternity? This week on The Connecting Podcast, Paul and Shelby explore the promise of heavenly reward, showing how confidence in our eternal destiny gives us peace, patience, and hope in the midst of present hardship.For more episodes of The Connecting Podcast, visit PaulTripp.com/Connec
061. Blessed Suffering
The greatest danger to your spiritual life may not be what’s happening around you, but what’s happening within you. This week on The Connecting Podcast, Paul and Shelby explore the biblical call to purity of heart, exposing our inability to cleanse ourselves and pointing us to the transforming grace of Jesus.For more episodes of The Connecting Podcast, visit PaulTripp.com/Connecting.
060. Blessed Are The Peacemakers
Peace doesn’t begin with getting everyone around you to agree. It begins with getting your own heart right before God. This week on The Connecting Podcast, Paul and Shelby unpack Jesus’ call to be peacemakers, exposing the envy, anger, and selfishness that stand in the way of genuine peace.For more episodes of The Connecting Podcast, visit PaulTripp.com/Connecting.
059. Clean Where It Counts
What if the most important kind of cleanliness has nothing to do with what’s on the outside, but everything to do with what’s happening in your heart?This week on The Connecting Podcast, Paul and Shelby explore Jesus’ words, “Blessed are the pure in heart,” examining why we can’t cleanse our own hearts and why our only hope for true purity is the cleansing grace of Jesus.For more episodes of The C
058. Mercy Triumphs Over Judgment
In a world obsessed with judgment, Jesus calls his people to something radically different: mercy.This week on The Connecting Podcast, Paul and Shelby explore what it means to be merciful in a culture quick to judge and cancel, reminding us that mercy doesn’t compromise on sin but seeks forgiveness, rescue, and restoration.For more episodes of The Connecting Podcast, visit PaulTripp.com/Connecting
057. It’s Important To Be Hungry
You'll never find lasting satisfaction if you're feeding your soul with the wrong things.This week on The Connecting Podcast, Paul and Shelby explain that every person is driven by deep spiritual hunger, and true joy is found only when we hunger and thirst for God's righteousness instead of the empty promises of this world.For more episodes of The Connecting Podcast, visit PaulTripp.com/Connecting
056. Stay Small
The biggest obstacle to following Jesus may be the person you see in the mirror.This week, Paul and Shelby explore Jesus' call to meekness, explaining why true joy begins when we stop putting ourselves at the center and learn to live for God's glory instead of our own.To hear more from The Connecting Podcast, visit PaulTripp.com/Connecting.
055. It’s Good To Be Sad
What if sadness isn't something to avoid, but a mark of God's grace at work in your life?This week, Paul and Shelby continue their study of the Beatitudes by exploring why Jesus calls those who mourn "blessed," and how a broken heart over the world's suffering and our own sin leads to the comfort and hope found only in Christ.
054. It’s Important To Be Poor
The path to true blessing begins where our pride ends. This week on The Connecting Podcast, Paul and Shelby discuss what it means to be "poor in spirit" and why recognizing our spiritual need is the doorway to God's grace and lasting joy.To hear more from The Connecting Podcast, visit http://paultripp.com/connecting.
053. Character Counts
What if the biggest problem in your life isn't your circumstances, but your character? This week on The Connecting Podcast, Paul and Shelby discuss why Jesus begins the Sermon on the Mount with the Beatitudes, and how lasting transformation comes not from escaping hardship, but from a heart that is being changed by God's grace.
052. A New Season
Today marks the beginning of a brand-new season of The Connecting Podcast. We've refreshed the format to bring you shorter, weekly conversations between Paul and Shelby Abbott. Each Friday, you'll hear a new 20-minute episode designed to help you connect the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life.If you haven't already, be sure to follow this podcast so you never miss a new episode.To
051. The Blessings and Danger of Anger (Part 2)
In today’s episode, Paul and Shelby Abbott continue their conversation on The Blessings and Danger of Anger — Part Two. If you missed Part One, you can find it in Episode 50 of The Connecting Podcast.This will be the final episode of this version of The Connecting Podcast for a little while—but don’t worry. We’ll be back in a few months with a new format and more conversations to come. In the mean
050. The Blessings and Danger of Anger (Part 1)
When was the last time you got angry? Why did you get angry? Who were you angry with? What was the fruit of that anger?We experience anger every day, but not all anger is wrong—and not all anger should be resisted. In this Connecting Podcast, Paul and Shelby Abbott begin an extended conversation on the blessings and dangers of anger.Anger, while not listed as a fruit of the Spirit, can be a righte
049. What Even is Faith? (Part 4)
Over the past few months, Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott have been unpacking one of the most essential realities of the Christian life: faith. Not vague optimism. Not blind hope. But a God-given way of living that reshapes everything.In this fourth and final episode of What Even Is Faith?, Paul and Shelby bring the series to a close by exploring how real faith grows in the struggles and joys of ever
048. What Even is Faith? (Part 3)
Faith isn’t just a belief. It’s a way of seeing, living, and trusting God in every circumstance. That’s what Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott have been exploring in their ongoing series on The Connecting Podcast: What Even Is Faith?In part three, they dig even deeper into what it looks like to live out authentic faith in everyday life.
047. What Even is Faith? (Part 2)
“The righteous shall live by faith.”This foundational verse from Habakkuk 2:4—echoed again in Romans, Galatians, and Hebrews—calls us to consider what true faith really means. That’s why Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott are sitting down for a four-part series exploring the question: What even is faith?Today’s episode is part two of that conversation on The Connecting Podcast.
046. What Even is Faith? (Part 1)
“Now faith is the assurance of things hoped for, the conviction of things not seen” (Hebrews 11:1).But what exactly is faith? And what does it look like to live by faith—not just in the big, dramatic moments of life, but in the ten thousand small, ordinary moments that fill every day?That’s the focus of this episode of The Connecting Podcast, the first in a multi-part series where Paul Tripp and S
045. Everyday Evangelism (Part 4)
Over the past few episodes of The Connecting Podcast, Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott have been exploring what it means to live as everyday evangelists—ordinary people sharing an extraordinary gospel in everyday moments.In this fourth and final episode, they wrap up their conversation on evangelism by offering practical tools and biblical encouragement to help you boldly share your faith wherever God
044. Everyday Evangelism (Part 3)
Over the past few episodes of The Connecting Podcast, Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott have been exploring what it looks like to live as an everyday evangelist, someone who naturally and intentionally shares the hope of the gospel in the rhythms of daily life.In this third installment, Paul and Shelby dive even deeper into the heart of evangelism, offering fresh encouragement and practical insight for
043. Everyday Evangelism (Part 2)
On the last episode of The Connecting Podcast, Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott began a conversation about what it means to be an Everyday Evangelist—a passionate follower of Jesus who shares the gospel in the ordinary moments of life with friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors.In today’s episode, Paul and Shelby continue that conversation, offering practical encouragement to help you connect the t
042. Everyday Evangelism (Part 1)
“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,
039. Steve Sarkisian
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 millio
038. Ben Fallon
This month's guest is one of our own, Ben Fallon, who serves as the Executive Director of Paul Tripp Ministries.Paul Tripp Ministries is a nonprofit organization, and we have a team of 12 who creatively and administratively support Paul. Our staff creates gospel resources that connect the transforming power of Jesus Christ to everyday life and distribute them around the world to several million pe
037. Andres Garza
Support the global reach of Paul Tripp Ministries: PaulTripp.com/Translate.Support the mission of Paul Tripp Ministries by making a tax-deductible donation before the year ends:Donate Online: PaulTripp.com/GiveMail a check: 21 N. Main Street, Ste 8, Coopersburg, PA 18036Stock Gift Information: Wells Fargo, Account #7533-1848, DTC 0141IRA Gift Information: EIN 83-0461061-The Spanish-speaking church
036. Tim Challies
In this month’s episode of The Connecting Podcast, we welcome Pastor Tim Challies. Tim is a pastor, noted speaker, author, and a pioneer in the Christian blogosphere. Tens of thousands of people visit Challies.com each day, making it one of the most widely read and recognized Christian blogs in the world. Tim is the author of several books, including his most recent book, Epic: An Around-the-World
035. Alasdair Groves
Joy. Sadness. Anger. Fear. Disgust.No, Paul isn’t interviewing the animators of a popular cartoon movie about emotions, but he is discussing emotions with biblical counselor Alasdair Groves in this month's episode of The Connecting Podcast.Emotions are complex, and the Bible teaches that they are an indispensable part of what makes us human. So get ready to explore, untangle, and engage with how G
034. Matt Martens
"When justice is done, it is a joy to the righteous but terror to evildoers" (Proverbs 21:15). But what if the justice system is unjust?This month, attorney Matthew Martens joins us on the Connecting Podcast. He has both prosecuted and defended accused murderers, served a US Supreme Court Justice, and worked for the President Bush Administration.In his 25+ year career, he is one of a few attorneys
033. Jackie and Jonny Gibson
How does the gospel comfort us during the most painful experiences of life?Jackie and Jonny Gibson experienced crushing grief with the death and stillbirth of their child at 39 weeks. They have written two books—one for mothers and one for kids—to help the Church process this devastating form of loss while holding on to the comfort of Christ.Jackie is from Australia, and Jonny is from Northern Ire
032. Drew Dyck
Becoming like Christ is a process, not an event. While we may only remember three or four dramatic life moments, grace transforms us in the 10,000 little moments of everyday life.So when Drew Dyck wrote his book, Just Show Up: How Small Acts of Faithfulness Change Everything, we had to invite him on to the podcast. He's hilarious, brilliant, and transparent.Faithful living in a fallen world can be
031. What Even is Grace? (Part 4)
The word GRACE appears in the New Testament almost 125 times. That's why Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott decided to spend 8 hours discussing 15 different ways that GRACE transforms our lives over the course of 4 episodes of The Connecting Podcast!If you missed parts 1-3, check out The Connecting Podcast episodes 018, 019, and 030. What Even Is Grace? (Part 1):https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/018
030. What Even is Grace? (Part 3)
As Christians, we talk about grace all the time. But what even is grace?In this month’s episode of The Connecting Podcast, Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott dive into part three of their conversation on the marvelous grace of our Lord. If you missed the first two episodes on grace check out The Connecting Podcast episodes 018 and 019. “For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was
029. Joey Tomassoni
What is the most beautiful thing you have ever seen? Do you say the word "beautiful" so much that beauty has lost its significance?Joey Tomassoni will help you discover the theology of beauty in this month's episode of The Connecting Podcast. Joey is a pastor and painter with a degree from Oxford University. He loves to explore the intersection between faith, beauty, and life."He has made everythi
028. Ross Wilson
The Queen of England, the President of the United States, and Harvard and Oxford University have all requested renowned painter and sculptor Ross Wilson to be their honored guest. And now, he's our guest on The Connecting Podcast!For more than 30 years, Ross has been commissioned to paint and sculpt on an international stage. In his private life, he is passionate about peace and serving the margin
027. Pastor Peter Kasirivu
Planting 700 churches. Sponsoring 15,000 children. Educating 2,700 leaders. That's what Pastor Peter Kasirivu and his team are doing in Uganda.Pastor Peter flew all the way from Africa to join Paul as a guest on this month’s episode of The Connecting Podcast. They talk about poverty, witchcraft, and how the gospel is transforming lives.
026. Makoto & Haejin Shim Fujimura
What does it look like to live out the gospel in your profession? How can you make an impact for the Kingdom in the public sphere?In this month's episode of The Connecting Podcast, Paul has a conversation with husband and wife Makoto and Haejin Shim Fujimura. Makoto is a prolific painter and artist who formed the International Arts Movement and was appointed by the president to the National Counci
025. Nancy Guthrie
How does the gospel comfort us in the middle of unimaginable heartbreak? Nancy Guthrie lost two children at six months old, but she found Jesus to be close and sweet during her grief.This month's episode of The Connecting Podcast with Nancy Guthrie is brimming with hope, wisdom, and resilience in the face of tragedy.Paul and Nancy also discuss a few of her amazing books, exploring topics like why
024. The Theology of Food
When was the last time you had a piece of cake? Did you thank God for his creativity and wisdom in providing it for you?In this month's episode of The Connecting Podcast, Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott devour the theology of food as they feast on God's grace and wisdom throughout Scripture.So grab your favorite food and beverage, open your Bible, and enjoy the nourishment of this gospel discussion i
023. Samuel James
Are you trying to get a taste of heaven ... from the internet? You might be surprised by what you find out in this month's episode of The Connecting Podcast with Samuel James, author of the new book "Digital Liturgies." He highlights some of the dangers of digital technologies while offering wisdom for navigating an internet-saturated world.Find out what a digital liturgy is, and so much more, in
022. Dave Harvey
Leadership…Loss…LoveDave Harvey is our guest on this month’s episode of The Connecting Podcast. His life experiences and seasoned biblical wisdom make this a can’t-miss episode. He’s one of Paul’s longest and dearest friends and peers in ministry.
021. Art Rainer
Money. The thought of it can be overwhelming. The pursuit of it can be addicting.On this month’s episode of The Connecting Podcast, we talk about your finances with Art Rainer.Learn how to manage your money practically, wisely, and generously to the glory of God!
020. David Kim, Violinist
What does it take to become one of the best violinists in the world? For starters, you have to begin practicing at 3 years old... and never stop!Meet David Kim, the concertmaster of The Philadelphia Orchestra. In this month's episode of The Connecting Podcast, you'll hear his story of success, failure, and coming to discover Jesus by accident.Scroll to the end to hear a few more selections of Davi
019. What Even is Grace? (Part 2)
G R A C E ... the conversation continues!It's simply impossible to capture or define the grace of God, but Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott give it their best shot in this month’s episode of The Connecting Podcast, where they continue their conversation on grace. If you missed the first episode on grace, check out The Connecting Podcast episode 018. SPOILER ALERT: They don't even come close to finishi
018. What Even is Grace?
Grace. Other than the word God, there is no more important word in the Christian dictionary.Grace is the ultimate spiritual game changer, and in this episode of The Connecting Podcast, Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott begin a multi-part discussion on the word grace and everything it means for a follower of Jesus.If you've been enjoying The Connecting Podcast, please leave us a review! Your review help
017. Francois The Church Planter
Francois is a Global Transformational Engineer. What does that mean? I guess you'll have to listen to this episode of The Connecting Podcast to find out!SPOILER ALERT: It means that he travels all around the world planting churches and training church planters. Francois is part of a movement that wants to plant 1 million new churches, train 1 million pastors, and evangelize and disciple 100 millio
016. Ruslan and Faina
There are no words to properly introduce this month’s guests on The Connecting Podcast - Ruslan and Faina from Kazakhstan. Their testimonies of salvation are remarkable and what God is doing through this young couple will leave you speechless. This might be the most exciting Connecting Podcast yet. We only had the opportunity to interview them on one day while they were in Los Angeles, so we set u
015. Doug Logan
In this month’s episode, we welcome a wildly entertaining guest - Doug Logan. Doug is the president of Grimké Seminary and a vice president for the Acts29 church planting network, with an expertise in urban ministry. He’s also the Pastor for Church Planting at Remnant Church in Richmond, VA.If you have a heart for urban cities and want to see the gospel proclaimed, please share this episode!
014. Brett Rayl
The Japanese are among the largest unreached people groups in the world. How can we follow the Great Commission and make disciples in this nation?In this month’s episode of 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩, Brett Rayl talks with us about the work of Christ Bible Institute in Japan. Their mission is to help strengthen and support the church so that the gospel may be cherished and proclaimed throughout Japan.
013. Do You Truly Live By Faith?
Can you fill in the blank? "The righteous shall live by _____________."Most of us know that we’re supposed to live by faith, but do you know what that really means? And more importantly: do we know how to live by it?That's what this episode of 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩 is all about. Listen for yourself and share with someone who could be encouraged by a practical definition of faith!
012. Julie Lowe
Is Scripture sufficient to speak to every issue in life?In this month's episode of 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩, we welcome Julie Lowe to the show. Julie is an author and biblical counselor at CCEF with over twenty-two years of counseling experience. If you've been enjoying 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩 or know someone who would benefit from this content, please share this episode with them!
011. Andy Young
We need the gospel on college campuses more than ever before.In this month's episode of 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩, we are excited to interview Andy Young, who has been on the frontlines of college campus ministry for more than 15 years. The lessons he shares will help you navigate an increasingly secular world.If you've been enjoying 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩 or know someone who would benefit from this
010. Eric Schumacher
When a husband and wife experience a miscarriage, the grieving father is often forgotten about. There are many rich resources for mothers, but what about spiritual support for the men?In this month's episode of 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩, we are delighted to interview Eric Schumacher, author of 𝙊𝙪𝙧𝙨: 𝘽𝙞𝙗𝙡𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝘾𝙤𝙢𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙩 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙈𝙚𝙣 𝙂𝙧𝙞𝙚𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙈𝙞𝙨𝙘𝙖𝙧𝙧𝙞𝙖𝙜𝙚. His 31-day devotional helps men process their grief and
009. Elyse Fitzpatrick & Eric Schumacher
What does the Bible have to say about the value of women?In this month's episode of 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙣𝙚𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙋𝙤𝙙𝙘𝙖𝙨𝙩, we are joined by Elyse Fitzpatrick and Eric Schumacher. Together, they have written 𝙒𝙤𝙧𝙩𝙝𝙮: 𝘾𝙚𝙡𝙚𝙗𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙏𝙝𝙚 𝙑𝙖𝙡𝙪𝙚 𝙊𝙛 𝙒𝙤𝙢𝙚𝙣, which traces the value of women through the narrative of the Bible.Elyse Fitzpatrick is a nationally sought-after speaker and author. She has authored 23 books and live
008. The Chinese House Church Movement
There are 1.4 billion people in China, 1.3 billion of whom do not know Christ. What does it take to create an indigenous house church movement in this country to spread the gospel? In this riveting edition of The Connecting Podcast, Paul and Shelby have a conversation with a key leader about the opportunities, challenges, and risks that come with being a follower of Christ under a government ready
007. Rechab Gray
•Does it matter where you attend church as a believer? •What does a vegetable garden have to do with the gospel? In this month’s episode of The Connecting Podcast, Rechab Gray joins Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott to answer these questions and more.Rechab is a dear friend and gifted preacher, currently planting New Creation Fellowship in Orlando, Florida. He has been married to his wife Brittany sinc
006. Lois Kehlenbrink
In this month's episode, Paul and Shelby are excited to introduce you to someone special - Lois Kehlenbrink.Lois is a biblical counselor and a licensed marriage and family therapist. She also happens to be the sister of Paul's wife, Luella!Lois trains and counselors pastors, their wives, and ministry leaders all around the world. In this interview, you'll experience how the gospel truly connects t
004. Luella Tripp
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003. Do You Believe In Doctrine?
Christians know that their life should be guided by the doctrines contained in God's Word. But all too often, we don't know how those doctrines apply to everyday life.In this month's episode of The Connecting Podcast, Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott will make that connection for you when they discuss Paul's brand new book, "Do You Believe? 12 Historic Doctrines to Change Your Everyday Life."If you’ve
002. Vaneetha Risner
This month’s episode features one of Paul’s heroes, Vaneetha Risner, who shares her story of suffering and faith.Vaneetha writes and speaks about finding hope in suffering. Her story includes childhood bullying, losing an infant son, developing post-polio syndrome, and going through an unwanted divorce. Her books, "Walking Through Fire: A Memoir of Loss and Redemption", as well as her devotional,
001. The Connecting Podcast with Paul Tripp and Shelby Abbott
Today, we are excited to launch a brand-new resource from Paul Tripp Ministries called, “The Connecting Podcast”.These conversations between Paul, his co-host Shelby Abbott, and special guests will be up to 2 hours long, diving deep into the gospel and how it transforms our daily lives. We'll talk about suffering, evangelism, work, sexuality, culture, and so much more.In this inaugural episode, Pa
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