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Two Texts
John Andrews and David Harvey
Frequency: 1 episode/7d. Total Eps: 235
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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Leaving with more than you landed with | Disruptive Presence 140
Season 4 · Episode 140
jeudi 22 mai 2025 • Duration 32:18
In which John and David reflect on Acts 28, exploring the unfolding kindness and hospitality shown to Paul in Malta—from surviving a viper bite to healing Publius’ father. We consider how Luke subtly echoes Jesus’ ministry, the mystery of Christian union with Christ, and the transformation from shipwrecked prisoners to honoured guests.
Episode 197 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive Presence 140
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, 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) 2021
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John and David want to ensure that Two Texts always remains free content for everyone. We don't want to create a paywall or have premium content that would exclude others.
However, Two Texts costs us around £60 per month (US$75; CAD$100) to make. If you'd like to support the show with even just a small monthly donation it would help ensure we can continue to produce the content that you love.
Thank you so much.
Shipwrecked Amongst Strangers (and Snakes) | Disruptive Presence 139
Season 4 · Episode 139
mardi 20 mai 2025 • Duration 32:11
In which John and David explore the surprising gentleness of Acts 28, where shipwrecked strangers find warmth and kindness in Malta. We reflect on how the gospel arrives not in triumph but through weakness, and how the Holy Spirit works through unexpected people and moments—even a snakebite—to reveal divine justice, hospitality, and healing.
Episode 196 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive Presence 139
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, 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) 2021
________
Help us keep Two Texts free for everyone by becoming a supporter of the show
John and David want to ensure that Two Texts always remains free content for everyone. We don't want to create a paywall or have premium content that would exclude others.
However, Two Texts costs us around £60 per month (US$75; CAD$100) to make. If you'd like to support the show with even just a small monthly donation it would help ensure we can continue to produce the content that you love.
Thank you so much.
Kingdom vs Empire | Disruptive Presence 130
Season 4 · Episode 130
jeudi 6 mars 2025 • Duration 37:27
In which John and David explore Paul’s trial before Felix in Acts 24 and the clash between kingdom integrity and imperial corruption. Paul resists flattery, bribes, and compromise, instead holding fast to righteousness, self-control, and the hope of resurrection. Felix, intrigued and afraid, repeatedly summons Paul—over two years, Paul’s refusal to play by the empire’s rules becomes a quiet but powerful witness. John and David also explore echoes of John the Baptist’s confrontation with Herod, showing how God’s kingdom consistently exposes the brokenness of worldly power.
Episode 187 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive Presence 130
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, 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) 2021
________
Help us keep Two Texts free for everyone by becoming a supporter of the show
John and David want to ensure that Two Texts always remains free content for everyone. We don't want to create a paywall or have premium content that would exclude others.
However, Two Texts costs us around £60 per month (US$75; CAD$100) to make. If you'd like to support the show with even just a small monthly donation it would help ensure we can continue to produce the content that you love.
Thank you so much.
A Not Insignificant Interlude | Disruptive Presence 42
Season 4 · Episode 42
jeudi 6 avril 2023 • Duration 36:43
In which John and David explore two healing moments in Acts 9. Luke chooses to interlude the massive stories of Paul's call and Cornelius with a couple of brief stories about healing miracles and Peter. Miracle stories that turn out to feel a little... familiar.
Read David's article "God Can't See Your Face: And Why That's Good News" that we mentioned in the episode.
Episode 99 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive Presence 42
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Saints & Geography | Disruptive Presence 41
Season 4 · Episode 41
mardi 4 avril 2023 • Duration 34:08
In which John and David notice that there's more going on in Acts 9 than just things about Paul. Sandwiched in between the story of Paul's call and what comes next we have a curious little account of some things about Peter. As you might expect, there's more there if we slow down to look.
Episode 98 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive Presence 41
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Barnabas: Pastor not CEO | Disruptive Presence 40
Season 4 · Episode 40
jeudi 23 mars 2023 • Duration 40:26
In which John and David ponder the role that Barnabas again plays in the story of the early church. Stepping into a situation and seemingly knowing the right thing to do we recognize Barnabas as the pastor many of us need to emulate.
Read John’s book that, amongst other things, explores the influence of Barnabas - click here
Episode 97 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive Presence 40
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The Gaps in the Sentences | Disruptive Presence 39
Season 4 · Episode 39
mardi 21 mars 2023 • Duration 34:48
In which John and David consider how Paul's conversion in Luke connects to other things we know about Paul in the New Testament. Sometimes the way we read stories makes it appear that the differing accounts lack resonance. We wonder if sometimes that's more because of how we read rather than anything else.
Episode 96 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive Presence 39
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Paul's Resurrection | Disruptive Presence 38
Season 4 · Episode 38
jeudi 9 mars 2023 • Duration 43:58
In which John and David consider part of Acts 9 from a slightly different angle. Does Luke tell the story of Paul's conversion in such a way as to essentially make the story a resurrection story? We think this is a fun but also insightful way to understand Paul's conversion story.
Episode 95 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive Presence 38
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I am Jesus | Disruptive Presence 37
Season 4 · Episode 37
mardi 7 mars 2023 • Duration 36:59
In which John and David discuss what Jesus says to Paul. Unsurprisingly we think there's some layers to this part of the narrative of Paul's conversion that are worth exploring.
Episode 94 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive Presence 37
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Pursuing But Being Pursued | Disruptive Presence 36
Season 4 · Episode 36
jeudi 23 février 2023 • Duration 44:09
In which John and David continue to explore when Paul meets Jesus. In this episode we consider the irony around some aspects of the story - the hunter is the hunted, the pious one learns he doesn't quite know what's going on, the zealot is invited to think differently about zeal.
Episode 93 of the Two Texts Podcast | Disruptive Presence 36
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