

Two Texts
John Andrews and David Harvey
A Podcast about the Bible Every two weeks, from two different countries, the two hosts of the Two Texts podcast pick two biblical texts to talk about. Each episode we pick one text to talk about, which invariably leads to us talking about two texts and often many more.Dr John Andrews and Dr David Harvey share a mutual fascination with the Bible. Simple yet complex; ancient yet relevant; challenging yet comforting. But one thing that fascinates them consistently is that, like a kaleidoscope, no matter how many times they look at it there is something new, fresh and exciting to talk about.This podcast is designed for you regardless of how much or how little you've read the Bible. Grab a hot beverage, a notepad (or app), and a Bible, sit back, listen, enjoy, and learn to also become fascinated (or grow your fascination) with this exciting, compelling and mysterious book. John and David are two friends who love teaching the Bible and have both been privileged enough to be able to spend their careers doing this - in colleges, universities, churches, homes and coffee shops. The two of them have spent extended periods of time as teaching staff and leadership in seminary and church contexts. John has regularly taught at David's church, and there was even a point where John was David's boss! Nowadays David is a Priest and Pastor in Calgary, Canada, and John teaches and consults for churches in the UK and around the world. They're both married with children (John 3, David 1) and in John's case even grandchildren. In their down time you'll find them cooking, reading, running or watching football (but the one thing they don't agree on is which team to support). If you want to get in touch with either of them about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend?
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Jun 30, 2022 • 28min
Looking at the Sky | Disruptive Presence 4
Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply)In which John and David reflect on Jesus' ascension in Acts 1. What does Acts have to say about what God is doing in the world and plans for the future? It often seems that when we reflect on what God is planning to do in the future it makes a little more sense of what Jesus' followers should do now.Episode 57 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive Presence 4If you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend?Music by Woodford Music (c) 2021Support the show

Jun 28, 2022 • 30min
Jerusalem, Judea, Etc... Etc... | Disruptive Presence 3
Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply)In which John and David find more to talk about in Acts 1:8. In this episode they discuss the range of welcome initiated by the Holy Spirit and what that might mean for the early church and us. Does God have an agenda for the Holy Spirit and the Church but human agendas can get in the way sometimes?Episode 56 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive Presence 3If you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend?Music by Woodford Music (c) 2021Support the show

Jun 16, 2022 • 28min
The Miracle is a Mechanism | Disruptive Presence 2
Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply)In which John and David reflect on what's going on in Acts chapter 1 verse 8. In our rush to get to Acts 2 and all the "exciting stuff", do we sometimes miss how Luke is helping us understand what the Holy Spirit is trying to do in this book. How can we learn from this story?Episode 55 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive Presence 2If you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend?Music by Woodford Music (c) 2021Support the show

Jun 14, 2022 • 29min
A Table of Contents? | Disruptive Presence 1
Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply)In which John and David turn their attention to the book of Acts. In this new season of Two Texts we will explore this fascinating fifth book of the New Testament. What happens after Jesus? What did his disciples do and why... and even how.Episode 54 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive PresenceIf you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend?Music by Woodford Music (c) 2021Support the show

May 12, 2022 • 32min
"Another Chance" | Bonus Episode 2
Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply)In which John and David continue discussing John's latest book "Second Chance". Listen in as they explore a text at the end of John Mark's story that shapes why John wanted to write this book, and what we might learn from it.You can buy "Second Chance" at drjohnandrews.co.ukEpisode 53 of the Two Texts Podcast | Second Chance Bonus Episode 2If you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend?Music by Woodford Music (c) 2021Support the show

May 10, 2022 • 40min
Second Chance | Bonus Episode 1
Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply)In which John and David discuss John's latest book "Second Chance". Listen in as they explore a text at the beginning of John Mark's story that inspired John to write this book, and what we might learn from it.You can buy "Second Chance" at drjohnandrews.co.ukEpisode 52 of the Two Texts Podcast | Second Chance Bonus Episode 1If you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend?Music by Woodford Music (c) 2021Support the show

Apr 28, 2022 • 39min
Isn't This Joseph's Son? | Jesus Begins 10
Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply)In which John and David consider the response to Jesus' sermon in Nazareth. The reaction to Jesus' use of Isaiah 61 is stronger than expected for most modern readers. What can we learn from Luke 4 that might help us understand this story better. Episode 51 of the Two Texts Podcast | Jesus Begins 10If you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend?Music by Woodford Music (c) 2021Support the show

Apr 26, 2022 • 44min
Jesus Goes Home | Jesus Begins 9
Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply)In which John and David discuss Jesus' sermon in Nazareth. In Luke 4 we see Jesus return home and preach a concise but remarkable sermon in his local community. This moment is a significant one for understanding this series, but also (more importantly) understanding how Luke presents Jesus to us.Episode 50 of the Two Texts Podcast | Jesus Begins 9If you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend?Music by Woodford Music (c) 2021Support the show

Apr 14, 2022 • 42min
Satan Cites Scripture (Badly) | Jesus Begins 8
Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply)In which John and David discuss Jesus, the Devil's test, and how we read the Bible. Satan tries a new approach and quotes Scripture to Jesus. But does he quote it properly. In this episode we explore how the scripture needs to be considered a little more in depth than just quoting the occasional verse. Jesus offers us a different way to read the Bible - one that is consistent with the whole story of God. Episode 49 of the Two Texts Podcast | Jesus Begins 8If you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend?Music by Woodford Music (c) 2021Support the show

Apr 12, 2022 • 42min
If You Worship...Who? | Jesus Begins 7
Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply)In which John and David explore the second temptation Jesus faces in the desert. The call to worship someone other than God is a challenge that every human faces. So what do we learn by unpacking what's going on behind this text in Luke 4? And what can we learn as the church, and as church leaders, when so often the thing that we really want to worship... is ourselves?Episode 48 of the Two Texts Podcast | Jesus Begins 7If you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend?Music by Woodford Music (c) 2021Support the show