The Biblical Mind cover image

The Biblical Mind

Why We Struggle to Read the Bible—And How to Fix It (Alex Goodwin) Ep. #192

Mar 20, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Alex Goodwin, a former marketer turned Bible publisher and author of "The Bible Reset," shares how modern formatting disrupts our connection to Scripture. He explores the impact of chapter breaks and verse numbers on reading flow, arguing for a return to immersive biblical experiences. Alex contrasts Bible literacy with fluency, highlighting the necessity of community interaction for deeper understanding. His insights challenge listeners to rethink their approach to engaging with the Bible authentically.
44:32

Episode guests

Podcast summary created with Snipd AI

Quick takeaways

  • Modern Bible formatting, including chapter breaks and verse numbers, disrupts the flow of Scripture and complicates comprehension.
  • Engaging with the Bible in community through group discussions enhances understanding and enriches the reading experience significantly.

Deep dives

Announcement of Bible Workshop

An Open to the Public Bible Thinks Workshop is scheduled at Hope College in Holland, Michigan, on April 25th and 26th. This event invites participants to engage deeply with Scripture and explore its relevance to contemporary issues. It aims to create an environment for slow and thoughtful reading of the Bible, allowing attendees to discuss its implications collectively. Those in nearby areas like Chicago and Grand Rapids are encouraged to attend and take part in this unique experience.

Get the Snipd
podcast app

Unlock the knowledge in podcasts with the podcast player of the future.
App store bannerPlay store banner

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode

Save any
moment

Hear something you like? Tap your headphones to save it with AI-generated key takeaways

Share
& Export

Send highlights to Twitter, WhatsApp or export them to Notion, Readwise & more

AI-powered
podcast player

Listen to all your favourite podcasts with AI-powered features

Discover
highlights

Listen to the best highlights from the podcasts you love and dive into the full episode