Scott Hoezee
Co-host
Groundwork
Scott Hoezee joined Groundwork as a co-host in 2012. He also serves as the Director of the Center for Excellence in Preaching at Calvin Theological Seminary. Prior to his work at Calvin Seminary, Scott served as pastor in two western Michigan congregations in the Christian Reformed Church of North America. A graduate of Calvin Theological Seminary, Scott has authored several books including Proclaim the Wonder: Preaching Science on Sunday (2003) and Remember Creation (1998). Scott and his wife, Rosemary, have two children. He enjoys bird watching, snorkeling, and exploring the beauties and wonders of God’s great creation.
Recent Episodes featuring Scott Hoezee:
April 20, 2025
Easter: Jesus is Risen!
The impact of the resurrection is so profound that each of the four gospels tells the story. As we study the gospel stories of Jesus’ victory over death, we’re invited to participate in telling Christ’s story again and again.
April 11, 2025
Holy Week: The Week of Jesus' Death
As we journey through Holy Week together, we create space for God’s Word to nurture our faith and deepen our gratitude for God’s great love and Jesus’ profound sacrifice.
April 4, 2025
What Jesus Taught in His Final Days
Learn what it means to be humble and watchful servants waiting for the day when Jesus will return.
March 28, 2025
Jesus Predicts His Death
When we study and reflect on Jesus’ words to the disciples as he turns to face the cross, we find an invitation to follow him in faith, sacrifice, and hope.
March 21, 2025
Paul's Journey to Rome: Proclaiming Jesus Everywhere
As we study Paul’s journey to Rome, we too can gain confidence and readiness to share the good news of Jesus everywhere we go.
March 14, 2025
Paul's Third Journey: Strengthening and Encouraging Believers
By studying Paul’s incredible third journey, with all its challenges, opportunities, and heartbreaking goodbyes, we learn how to live with the same bold trust and purpose in our own lives.
Recent Blog Posts written by Scott Hoezee:
October 17, 2023
Understanding the Book of Revelation
For almost 2,000 years the Bible’s final book has been a cause for consternation, fear, and controversy. The reason for this is...
November 17, 2022
Why does Jesus’ Family Tree Matter?
The Gospel of Matthew begins with a long list of names that can be tempting to skip in order to get to...
July 31, 2020
Faith and Chronic Pain or Illness
Christians with chronic pain or with chronic illness face a very different kind of faith walk because their days may be clouded...
July 23, 2020
Faith and Anxiety
How do we deal with anxiety as Christians? When we study Scripture we discover that the Bible speaks to our human experience...
July 16, 2020
Faith and Depression
Few things are more often misunderstood in the church than depression. Christians with depression struggle with the depression itself. Fellow believers struggle...
July 8, 2020
Faith and Dementia
Christians who grapple with dementia face an array of questions and fears when it comes to Christian faith and identity. Discover the...