Faith Footnotes

Faith Footnotes: Christian Conversations with Northwestern Publishing House (NPH) is a Christian podcast all about practical resources for Christian living. Hosted by Joshua Vick and Tanya Gerbing from NPH, this podcast features engaging conversations with Christian authors, explores helpful answers to common questions about the Christian life, digs deep into faith-related topics, and more. If you’re looking for Christ-centered, practical encouragement and advice to help you live out your faith, this podcast is for you!

  • Relationships in a Smartphone World

    Relationships in a Smartphone World

    Smartphones and technology have changed the way we communicate, learn, and spend time together. In this episode of Faith Footnotes, we talk with teacher, mother of four, and author Amy Vannieuwenhoven about Christian parenting, technology, and how families can protect the relationships God has given them in a smartphone world. Amy is the author of…

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  • Identity in a Confusing World

    Identity in a Confusing World

    What defines who you are? In a culture that encourages people to look inward for identity, it’s easy to let feelings of anxiety, guilt, comparison, loneliness, and fear become the lens through which we see ourselves. But what happens when those feelings change? In Episode 23 of Faith Footnotes, we are joined by Dr. Phil…

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  • Can We Trust the Bible We Read Today?

    Can We Trust the Bible We Read Today?

    Christians often say we should trust the Bible—but how do we know we can? In this episode of Faith Footnotes, we talk with Professor Stephen Geiger about his new book, How the Bible Came to Be: Exploring Its Origins, Preservation, and Translations (the final volume in the Bible Discovery Series), and some of the biggest…

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  • Why Dads Matter: The Gift of Fathers

    Why Dads Matter: The Gift of Fathers

    What makes a father’s role so meaningful in a child’s life? In this episode of Faith Footnotes, we talk with Emily Krill, author of Why God Made Dads, about the value of fathers and father figures and the everyday ways they shape the lives of children. From simple, ordinary moments to lifelong influence, Emily reflects…

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  • Helping Children Belong in Church

    Helping Children Belong in Church

    What does it look like for children to truly be part of worship? For many families, bringing young children to church can feel challenging—especially when attention spans are short or when children have unique learning or sensory needs. But what if worship isn’t just something kids sit through, but something they can actively experience and…

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  • How to Build a Stronger Prayer Life

    How to Build a Stronger Prayer Life

    What does it mean to approach prayer not as a duty, but as a conversation with our gracious King? In this episode, Pastor Joel Petermann helps us rediscover the gift of prayer through God’s promises in Scripture and practical encouragement for seasons when prayer feels difficult or answers seem delayed. Whether you’re building a daily…

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