The Bible means many things to many people, and its passages have been interpreted seven ways to Sunday; in turn those interpretations have spawned countless church denominations that all vary in their beliefs. For some, the Bible is the ultimate answer book for anything that life may present. But for others, there are questions that the Bible doesn’t seem t ... Show More
Jul 4
June 2025: Sophie Cousens’ Is She Really Going Out With Him?
Description: As a former TV producer turned novelist, Sophie Cousens’ books have been published in over 20 languages. Her previous novels—including This Time Next Year and Before I Do—have delighted readers around the world with their warmth, humor, and honest portrayal of love i ... Show More
55m 15s
Jul 2
Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde Asks Us, ‘What Is The Faithful Task Before Us Today?’
Bishop Mariann Edgar Budde is a leading voice in modern faith leadership and the first woman elected to serve as Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Washington, a role she’s held since 2011. While the job isn’t always glamorous, she says, the sacred moments in the public eye matte ... Show More
1h 16m
Feb 2023
[Bible] Episode 232: David Lambert - Is the Bible “Scripture”?
In this episode of The Bible for Normal People, Pete and Jared talk with David Lambert about how scholars define “scripture,” how communities throughout history have changed the meaning and nature of biblical texts, and whether or not the Bible can ever be universally understood ... Show More
47m 42s
Dec 2021
Is the Bible Trustworthy? – Paradigm Q+R #2
How do we teach the Bible to our children? How can a book written by humans be divinely authoritative? Is the Bible historically accurate? In this episode, Tim, Jon, and Carissa wrap up the Paradigm series by responding to your questions!View full show notes from this episode →Ti ... Show More
1h 8m
Oct 2022
Episode 221: Pete Enns & Jared Byas - How to Read the Bible Now That We've Ruined It
In this episode of The Bible for Normal People, Pete and Jared reflect on all the ruining they’ve been doing, what it means for how we read and connect with the Bible going forward, and how they’ve been personally affected by an evolving view of Scripture.Show Notes → Learn more ... Show More
40m 42s