Lessons on Suffering from the Puritans

Lessons on Suffering from the Puritans

Author: The Gospel Coalition October 17, 2025 Duration: 47:13
Ligon Duncan mines Puritan and Scottish Presbyterian writers for theology we can apply not only in our personal suffering, but also in our ministry to others.

Drawing from the archives of live events, the TGC Podcast from The Gospel Coalition offers a front-row seat to thoughtful discussions that sit at the intersection of faith and everyday life. This collection presents keynote addresses and breakout sessions recorded at their various conferences, capturing moments of teaching and dialogue meant to deepen understanding. The conversations you'll hear are grounded in a Christian worldview, exploring how timeless truths engage with contemporary issues in culture, philosophy, and society. It’s a resource for anyone curious about how spiritual conviction informs our approach to art, work, community, and leadership. By sharing these talks, the aim is to provide practical theology and thoughtful commentary that helps listeners navigate the complexities of modern life with wisdom and grace. Each episode serves as a standalone session, whether it's a deep dive into a biblical text, an analysis of cultural trends, or reflections on pastoral ministry. Tuning into this podcast means accessing a wealth of perspectives dedicated to forming resilient faith. The content is crafted not just for pastors and church leaders, but for any believer seeking to connect their Sunday faith to their Monday reality. You will encounter a range of voices from within The Gospel Coalition network, all united by a commitment to the centrality of the gospel. The hope is that these recordings equip and challenge you to think more deeply about your own spiritual journey and your role in the world.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 100

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Podcast Episodes
Reclaiming the Lost Art of Blessing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 50:54
In this TGCW24 breakout session, Tina Boesch explores the relational, future-oriented, and outward-focused nature of blessing throughout all of Scripture, offering practical steps to extend blessings in our homes, church…
How Union with Christ Changes Everything [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:27
Joanna Kimbrel and Amy Gannett discuss the doctrine of union with Christ. Through biblical insights and practical applications, they reveal how this foundational doctrine instills joy in Christ as it also shapes our unde…
What in the World Is God Doing? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 48:37
In this breakout session at TGCW24, Sarah Zylstra hosts a roundtable discussion with women serving in various parts of the world.
Materialism, Money, and Me Culture [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 44:31
In this breakout session from TGCW24, Jen Oshman unpacks Jesus’s parable of the rich fool in Luke 12, emphasizing the dangers of self-centered accumulation and misplaced trust in earthly possessions.
A Conversation about Singleness [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 40:48
In this episode, Soojin Park, Anna Meade Harris, and Lydia Brownback share their personal experiences with singleness and discuss the challenges, misconceptions, and ways the church can offer better support.
Preparing Teens for Life in a Secular World [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 43:14
In this breakout session from TGCW24, Michael Kruger shares insights from his book ‘Surviving Religion 101,’ exploring how parents can equip their children intellectually and spiritually to go through college and beyond…
How Christianity Transformed the World [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 41:50
In this breakout session from TGCW24, Sharon James explores the profound ways Christians have influenced the world for the better in areas such as justice, philanthropy, health care, education, and the dignity of women.
Is the Bible Good for Women? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:36
Kendra Dahl, Rebecca McLaughlin, Jen Oshman, and Wendy Alsup consider the Bible’s teaching about women through a Jesus-centered understanding of Scripture, encouraging women to engage deeply with the Bible and persevere…
Longing for the Holy Spirit’s Power [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:00
In this breakout session from TGCW24, Nancy Guthrie considers how our experience of the Holy Spirit today differs from that of Old Testament saints.
Ligon Duncan Interviews New TGC President Mark Vroegop [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:31
Ligon Duncan sits down with Mark Vroegop, the new president of The Gospel Coalition, to discuss his journey of faith, pastoral ministry, and vision for TGC's future.