

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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Mar 15, 2022 • 53min
Baptizing Jesus | Jesus Begins 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 discuss Jesus' baptism. As you might expect we attempt to peel back some of the layers of allusions and backgrounds that help us see the story in new and deeper ways. We read backwards from this event into the Old Testament to show how the original audience might have understood things.Episode 44 of the Two Texts Podcast | Jesus Begins 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, Instagramand 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

Mar 3, 2022 • 53min
John, Jesus, Jail | Jesus Begins 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 exploring John the Baptist and his relationship with Jesus. John emerges onto the scene in blaze of fiery preaching, but his relationship with Jesus gets a little more complex once he ends up in prison. Listen in as we discuss the various aspects of the story of John and Jesus.Episode 43 of the Two Texts Podcast | Jesus Begins 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, Instagramand 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

Mar 1, 2022 • 44min
Introducing John (the Baptist) | Jesus Begins 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 begin a new series about beginnings of Jesus' ministry by talking about John the Baptist. There's lots of interesting things happen in a couple of verses in Luke's gospel that help us understand some of the nuances and aspects of Jesus' ministry that we might often miss. So as we journey towards Easter Two Texts is looking at where Jesus started his public ministry and what we can learn from it.Episode 42 of the Two Texts Podcast | Jesus Begins 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, Instagramand 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

Feb 14, 2022 • 21min
February Update from John and David
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 let you know that they're still around and what they've been up to while planning a new series of Two Texts.Episode 41 of the Two Texts Podcast If 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, Instagramand 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

Dec 22, 2021 • 49min
We Three(?) Kings(?) | Christmas Bonus 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 talk about the Magi. Was there three? What did they do? And what is Matthew telling us about them. This is the last of our Christmas bonus episodes, we will be back in February with Season 3 of Two Texts!Episode 40 of the Two Texts Podcast | Christmas Bonus 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, Instagramand Twitter. We're also on YouTube. 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

Dec 21, 2021 • 55min
How was Joseph Righteous? | Christmas Bonus 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)Christmas gets closer and John and David explore what the gospels tell us about Joseph. There's lots to dig into around the story of this half of Jesus' "parents", and we hope it helps you get into the Christmas mood by spending some time in Matthew's Gospel.Episode 39 of the Two Texts Podcast | Christmas Bonus 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, Instagramand Twitter. We're also on YouTube. 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

Dec 9, 2021 • 47min
Mary Did Know | Christmas Bonus 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 stay excited for Christmas by continuing to talk about Mary. We're releasing a few bonus episodes as we approach Christmas focussing on Mary and Joseph (with support from the other Nativity Characters). This week we're talking about Mary!Episode 38 of the Two Texts Podcast | Christmas Bonus 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, Instagramand Twitter. We're also on YouTube. 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

Dec 7, 2021 • 53min
Mary, Mother of Jesus | Christmas Bonus 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 get excited for Christmas by talking about Mary. We're releasing a few bonus episodes as we approach Christmas focussing on Mary and Joseph (with support from the other Nativity Characters). This week we're talking about Mary!Episode 37 of the Two Texts Podcast | Christmas Bonus 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, Instagramand Twitter. We're also on YouTube. 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

Nov 25, 2021 • 50min
Lazarus Part 2 | Miracles 20
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 their discussion of the final "sign" of John's Gospel's miracles. In this episode they continue to explore chapter 11 and the story of Lazarus. In a weird quirk, they are also discussing the shortest verse in the Bible, John 11:35, at 11:35 in this episode! You should also note that Part 1 is worth listening to before this episode.Click Here to read the text from John 11:1-44. Episode Outline01:35 - Deep Emotions in the Story11:35 - Jesus Wept22:00 - You Need a Second Bible25:08 - He Stinketh35:20 - Grave Clothes43:36 - Seeing and BelievingEpisode 36 of the Two Texts Podcast | Meaning of Miracles Series 20If 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, Instagramand Twitter. We're also on YouTube. 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

Nov 23, 2021 • 55min
Lazarus Part 1 | Miracles 19
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 arrive at the final "sign" of John's Gospel's miracles. As they jump into chapter 11 and the story of Lazarus the discuss Lazarus, Love, and Martha amongst other things. Part 2 of this chapter will release on Thursday.Click Here to read the text from John 11:1-44. Episode Outline02:22 - John 1110:48 - The One You Love20:33 - The beloved?27:34 - Echoes of 933:43 - The Long Wait44:16 - MarthaEpisode 35 of the Two Texts Podcast | Meaning of Miracles Series 19If 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, Instagramand Twitter. We're also on YouTube. 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