Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Jen Wilkin
Crossway · Maggie Swanigan
Show overview
Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Jen Wilkin has been publishing since 2023, and across the 2 years since has built a catalogue of 37 episodes, alongside 3 trailers or bonus episodes. That works out to roughly 15 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence, with the show now in its 3rd season.
Episodes typically run twenty to thirty-five minutes — most land between 23 min and 31 min — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Religion & Spirituality show.
There hasn’t been a new episode in the last ninety days; the most recent episode landed 11 months ago. Published by Maggie Swanigan.
From the publisher
In this 10-week podcast, author Jen Wilkin shares basic strategies, practical tips, and helpful encouragement for Bible study that transforms both the mind and the heart.
Latest Episodes
View all 37 episodesHow Do Men's and Women’s Bible Study Spaces Differ?
bonusIn this bonus episode, Jen Wilkin is joined by Nathan Campbell to discuss how men and women's Bible study spaces are alike and different. Nathan Campbell works as the Spiritual Formation Pastor at his church in South Carolina. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases, create a Crossway+ account today.
S3 Ep 12What Bible Literacy Can't Do
In this episode, Jen Wilkin is joined by Summer Vinson Berger to discuss how to handle situations that arise in Bible studies that are outside the scope of the group's ability to manage. Summer Vinson Berger is the Executive Director of Care at her church and a licensed professional counselor from Dallas Baptist University. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Learn more about 'ESV Scripture Journal®: Old and New Testament Sets (Artwork by Ruth Chou Simons)' from Crossway. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases, create a Crossway+ account today.
S3 Ep 11Increasing Bible Literacy in Our Worship
In this episode, Jen Wilkin is joined by singer and songwriter Sandra McCracken to discuss what Bible literacy looks like in worship. Sandra McCracken is a GRAMMY-nominated, Dove Award-winning singer-songwriter, hymn writer, and author based in Nashville, Tennessee. She is also a contributer to the forthcoming 'Sing! Hymnal' from Crossway. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Learn more about 'ESV Women's Study Bible' from Crossway. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases, create a Crossway+ account today.
S3 Ep 10Increasing Bible Literacy in Our Prayers and Liturgy
In this episode, Jen Wilkin is joined by Megan Hill to discuss what it looks like to be biblically literate in our prayers and worship. Megan Hill serves as the managing editor for the Gospel Coalition. She is also the author of several books, including 'Praying Together: The Priority and Privilege of Prayer in Our Homes, Communities, and Churches.' Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Learn more about 'ESV Spiral-Bound Journaling Bible, Five-Volume Set' from Crossway. ❖ Also, check out the Jonathan Gibson books mentioned in this episode: - 'Be Thou My Vision: A Liturgy for Daily Worship' - 'O Come, O Come, Emmanuel: A Liturgy for Daily Worship from Advent to Epiphany' - 'O Sacred Head, Now Wounded: A Liturgy for Daily Worship from Pascha to Pentecost' ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases, create a Crossway+ account today.
S3 Ep 9Increasing Bible Literacy in Our Home Groups
In this episode, Jen Wilkin shares how to foster a home group with a Bible literacy focus and walks through the different group dynamics that might be involved. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Learn more about 'ESV Devotional Journal, Fruit of the Spirit: Box Set' from Crossway. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases, create a Crossway+ account today.
S3 Ep 8Increasing Bible Literacy in Our Mentoring Relationships
In this episode, Jen Wilkin is joined by Melissa Kruger to discuss why mentoring relationships need to be rooted in Bible literacy. Melissa Kruger serves as vice president of discipleship programming for the Gospel Coalition. She’s the author of multiple books, including 'Growing Together: Taking Mentoring beyond Small Talk and Prayer Requests' from Crossway. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Learn more about 'Waiting Isn't a Waste: The Surprising Comfort of Trusting God in the Uncertainties of Life' from Crossway. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases create a Crossway+ account today.
S3 Ep 7Increasing Bible Literacy in Our Youth Ministry
In this episode, Jen Wilkin is joined again by Julie Wilding to talk about how to foster Bible-literacy-focused middle and high school ministries. Julie Wilding holds a degree in Christian Education from Carolina University, and pours her passion for kids into creating spaces where the next generation can hear and respond to the gospel. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Learn more about 'New Morning Mercies for Teens: A Daily Gospel Devotional' from Crossway. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases create a Crossway+ account today.
S3 Ep 6Increasing Bible Literacy in Our Children's Ministry
In this episode, Jen Wilkin is joined by Julie Wilding to talk about how to foster a Bible-literacy-focused children's ministry. Julie Wilding holds a degree in Christian Education from Carolina University, and pours her passion for kids into creating spaces where the next generation can hear and respond to the gospel. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Learn more about 'What Makes You Beautiful: 20 Daily Devotions for Girls' from Crossway. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases create a Crossway+ account today.
S3 Ep 5What Makes a Teaching Effective?
In this episode, Jen Wilkin is joined by Colleen Searcy, a fellow Bible Study teacher, to discuss the final leg in the three-legged stool. Colleen D. Searcy is a Bible teacher, speaker, and creator of the Meet Me in the Bible study series. She also leads workshops for churches across the country. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Learn more about the Meet Me in the Bible series from Crossway. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways GodcIs Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases create a Crossway+ account today.
S3 Ep 4What Makes a Small Group Successful?
In this episode, Jen Wilkin is joined by Ann Hastings to discuss the second leg in the three-legged stool. Ann Hastings has worked as an organizer and leader of small groups for several years. She has also served her local church in several capacities. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Learn more about 'Every Hour I Need You: 30 Meditations for Moms on the Character of God' from Crossway. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands'
S3 Ep 3What Makes a Curriculum Good?
In this episode, Jen Wilkin is joined by Elizabeth Woodson, a fellow Bible teacher and curriculum writer, to discuss the first leg in the three-legged stool. Elizabeth Woodson is the founder of The Woodson Institute, an organization that equips believers to understand and grow their Christian faith. She loves helping people internalize their faith and connect it practically to everyday life. With over a decade of experience in church ministry, Elizabeth is passionate about creating pathways for discipleship and theological education in the local church. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Learn more about 'The Lord of Psalm 23: Jesus Our Shepherd, Companion, and Host' from Crossway. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases create a Crossway+ account today.
S3 Ep 2An Introduction to the Three-Legged Stool Method
In this episode, Jen Wilkin introduces her method for growing Bible literacy through curriculum, small group time, and teaching. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Learn more about 'Daily Doctrine: A One-Year Guide to Systematic Theology' from Crossway. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases create a Crossway+ account today.
S3 Ep 1It's Time to Pull the Fire Alarm
In this first episode of season 3, Jen Wilkin calls attention to the lack of Bible literacy in the Church today. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Learn more about 'Everyday Gospel: A Daily Devotional Connecting Scripture to All of Life' from Crossway. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases create a Crossway+ account today.
Season 3 of the Women of the Word Podcast Coming April 2nd!
We are excited to announce that season 3 of The Women of the Word podcast will be released on April 2nd. ❖ Join us on Wednesdays as we dig deeper into what it looks like to study Scripture. Throughout the 12 new episodes, Jen Wilkin and several guests will explore what it looks like to bring Bible literacy to different spaces in ministry, such as mentoring relationships, worship, and youth groups. ❖ Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best-seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based.
S2 Ep 11Season 2 Listener Q&A
bonusIn this special bonus episode, Jen Wilkin answers the questions that listeners have sent in about studying the Bible. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases create a Crossway+ account today.
S2 Ep 10How Do I Read Scripture in a Christ-Centered Way?
In this final episode, Jen Wilkin brings all that we have discussed this season to share what it looks like to truly read Scripture in a Christ-centered way. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases create a Crossway+ account today.
S2 Ep 9What Are Megathemes?
In this episode, Jen Wilkin walks through the mega themes of wisdom vs. folly and two or three witnesses. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases create a Crossway+ account today.
S2 Ep 8What Are Biblical Covenants and Why Do They Matter?
In this episode, Jen Wilkin walks through the covenants found in the Bible and how they can transform our understanding of Scripture. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases create a Crossway+ account today.
S2 Ep 7What Is Biblical Typology?
In this episode, Jen Wilkin unpacks what biblical typology is and how it can transform our understanding of Scripture. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ To hear more from Jen Wilkin on typology, check out this talk she did with TGC about the significance of the serpent on the pole referenced in Numbers 21 that foreshadows Christ. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases create a Crossway+ account today.
S2 Ep 6How Do I Read the Bible as Literature?
In this episode, Jen Wilkin shares how reading the Bible literately is so valuable in Bible study. Jen Wilkin is a Bible teacher from Dallas, Texas. As an advocate for biblical literacy, she has organized and led studies for women in home, church, and parachurch contexts and authored several books, including the best seller 'Women of the Word: How to Study the Bible with Both Our Hearts and Our Minds' on which this podcast is based. ❖ Check out Jen Wilkin's other books: 'In His Image: 10 Ways God Calls Us to Reflect His Character' 'None Like Him: 10 Ways God Is Different from Us (and Why That's a Good Thing)' 'Ten Words to Live By: Delighting in and Doing What God Commands' ❖ To get 30% off her books or any other Crossway releases create a Crossway+ account today.