Tim Mackie

Aug 31, 2020 • 1h

God describes himself as “compassionate,” but what does that mean? The answer might surprise you. The Hebrew word for compassion is closely related to the word for womb, and in this episode Tim, Jon, and Carissa discuss the Bible’s depiction of God’s compassion. View full show notes from this episode → Timestamps  Part one (0:00–8:00) Part two (8:00–15:00) Part three (15:00–21:30) Part four (21:30–31:30) Part five (31:30–46:15) Part six (46:15–end) Show Music  “Defender (Instrumental)” by Tents “My Room Becomes the Sea” by Sleepy FIsh “Ambedo” by Too North “Bloom” by Kyle McEvoy and Stan Forebee “Alive” by Ouska Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee.  Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 24, 2020 • 1h 3m

The golden calf story from the book of Exodus shows us how all of humanity continually tries to worship God on our own terms. In this episode, Tim, Jon, and Carissa examine the narrative context of Exodus 34:6-7 and discover how this description of God’s character is tied to the story of the golden calf. View full show notes from this episode → Timestamps  Part one (0:00–8:40) Part two (8:40–35:00) Part three (35:00–47:50) Part four (47:50–55:20) Part five (55:20–end) Show Music  Defender Instrumental by Tents Reflection by Swørn Cello From Portland by Beautiful Eulogy Feather by Waywell Wanderlust by Crastel Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee.  Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 17, 2020 • 56 min

Who does God say he is? In this first episode of a new series, Tim, Jon, and Carissa look at the most referenced passages in the Old Testament—a description of God’s character by God himself. View full show notes from this episode → Explore detailed video notes from BibleProject videos on our website: https://tbp.xyz/podvideonotes .  Timestamps  Part one (0:00–17:15) Part two (17:15–25:20) Part three (25:20–40:50) Part four (40:50–end) Show Music  Defender Instrumental by Tents Mid Summer by Broke in Summer You Can Save Me by Beautiful Eulogy Wish You Were Here by Beautiful Eulogy Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee.  Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 10, 2020 • 56 min

This week, we finish our How to Read the Bible podcast series with one final Q+R episode where we answer questions like, “How do we know Paul’s letters are authentic?” and “Are morning devotionals still okay?” Tune in to hear your questions answered! View full show notes from this episode → Timestamps  Is there still a role for devotional reading? (02:12) Did the New Testament authors take the Old Testament out of context? (07:20) How much of the Hebrew Scriptures did Paul expect the Gentiles to know? (15:30) How much context do we need to really understand the letters? (21:37) How was Paul able to write letters while in prison? (30:38) Could the use of scribes explain differences in Paul’s style? (35:38) How do we apply Paul’s words in Romans to our context today? (42:42) Additional Resources  G. Beale, The Right Doctrine from the Wrong Texts?: Essays on the Use of the Old Testament in the New Jerome Murphy-O'Connor, O.P., Paul the Letter-Writer: His World, His Options, His Skills Randolph Richards, Paul and First-Century Letter Writing: Secretaries, Composition and Collection Scot McKnight, Reading Romans Backwards Scot McKnight, The Blue Parakeet Show Music  Defender Instrumental by Tents Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee.  Audience questions collected by Christopher Maier. Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Aug 3, 2020 • 1h 9m

The New Testament letters can be difficult to follow, but the right tools can help us unpack their rich meaning. In this episode, Tim and Jon look at 1st century letter templates, Greco-Roman rhetoric, and argument tracing. Learn more in this week’s podcast episode. View full show notes from this episode → Timestamps  Part one (0:00–15:50) Part two (15:50–37:30) Part three (37:30–55:45) Part four (55:45–63:40) Part five (63:40–end) Additional Resources  John Lee White, Light from Ancient Letters Randolph Richards, Paul and First-Century Letter Writing: Secretaries, Composition and Collection Jerome Murphy-O'Connor, O.P., Paul the Letter-Writer: His World, His Options, His Skills Show Music  Defender Instrumental by Tents Day and Night EP by Aiguille Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee.  Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 27, 2020 • 1h 6m

Writing a letter in Paul’s day wasn’t as simple as grabbing a pen and paper and placing the finished letter in a mailbox. In this episode, Tim and Jon explore the world of 1st century letter writing, including “cosenders,” letter drafts, the cost of production, and delivery. Listen in on this fascinating conversation. View full show notes from this episode → Timestamps  Part one (0:00–19:40) Part two (19:40–29:15) Part three (29:15–44:30) Part four (44:30–57:30) Part five (57:30–end) Additional Resources  Randolph Richards, Paul and First-Century Letter Writing: Secretaries, Composition and Collection Jerome Murphy-O'Connor, O.P., Paul the Letter-Writer: His World, His Options, His Skills Show Music  Defender Instrumental by Tents Scream Pilots by Moby Little Spirit by Delayde Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee.  Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 23, 2020 • 57 min

Do we have to follow all the commands in the New Testament? Did Paul know his words were inspired? And why doesn’t the Bible condemn slavery? Tim and Jon respond to these questions and more in this week’s Question and Response episode. View full show notes from this episode → Timestamps  Could it be beneficial to memorize and perform New Testament letters? (00:36) Did Paul craft his letters as meditation literature? (03:17) What was included when Paul said “all Scripture” was God-breathed? (10:11) What about 1 Enoch? (15:54) Did Paul know his letters were inspired? (19:45) Are the letters wisdom or commands? (33:10) Why doesn’t the Bible condemn owning slaves? (39:58) What does it mean to submit to government authorities? (48:20) Additional Resources  Scot McKnight, The Blue Parakeet Scot McKnight, The Letter to Philemon (The New International Commentary on the New Testament)  Esau McCaulley, Reading While Black: African American Biblical Interpretation as an Exercise in Hope Show Music  Defender Instrumental by Tents Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee. Audience questions collected by Christopher Maier. Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 20, 2020 • 1h 10m

Did Paul actually say that? In this week’s podcast episode, Tim and Jon talk about how to wisely read the New Testament letters by asking key questions about Paul’s context. This practice, known as mirror reading, can help us read and apply these letters to our lives responsibly. View full show notes from this episode → Timestamps  Part one (0:00–14:00) Part two (14:00–25:00) Part three (25:00–39:30) Part four (39:30–59:30) Part five (59:30–end) Additional Resources  John M. G. Barclay, Obeying the Truth: Paul's Ethics in Galatians Scot McKnight, Reading Romans Backwards: A Gospel of Peace in the Midst of Empire Nijay Gupta, “Mirror-Reading Moral Issues in Paul’s Letters,” in Journal for the Study of the New Testament, vol. 34 (2012), pp. 361-381. Robert Jewett, Romans: A Commentary , 59. Show Music  Defender Instrumental by Tents Playa by Mauro Somm Bubble by KV Pale Horses by Moby A Case for Shame by Moby Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee.  Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 13, 2020 • 59 min

The New Testament letters were written to address specific situations among specific groups of people. In this episode, Tim and Jon discuss how to discern situational context, what to do when information is missing, and how context helps us apply the wisdom of the letters today. View full show notes from this episode → Learn more about Classroom at Classroom.bible . Timestamps  Part one (0:00–11:20) Part two (11:20–24:34) Part three (24:34–32:00) Part four (32:00–40:50) Part five (40:50–54:10) Part six (54:10–end) Show Music  Defender Instrumental by Tents Dreams by Xander Cocktail Hour by Strehlow Acquired in Heaven by Beautiful Eulogy Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee.  Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jul 6, 2020 • 52 min

Paul wrote his letters in the shadow of Rome. His words stood in stark contrast to Roman rule and its honor-shame culture. Join Tim and Jon in exploring the cultural context of the New Testament letters and the questions we should consider when reading these texts.  View full show notes from this episode → Timestamps  Part one (0:00–6:15) Part two (6:15–23:30) Part three (23:30–33:30) Part four (33:30–40:10) Part five (40:10–end) Additional Resources  Michael Gorman, Apostle of the Crucified Lord Show Music  Defender Instrumental by Tents Coastal Town by Kupla Clocks by Smith the Mister doing laundry by weird inside Frame by KV Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee.  Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 29, 2020 • 58 min

The New Testament letters all share a core conviction that shapes how the apostles taught followers of Jesus to live in the first century. Listen in as Tim and Jon discuss the focus of the New Testament letters and how they help us live wisely today.  View full show notes from this episode → Timestamps  Part one (0:00–28:45) Part two (28:45–38:00) Part three (38:00–47:30) Part four (47:30–end) Additional Resources  Scot McKnight, Reading Romans Backwards Show Music  Defender Instrumental by Tents Far from Home by Toonorth doing laundry by weird inside Frame by KV Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee.  Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 22, 2020 • 59 min

How do the New Testament letters fit with the rest of the biblical story? In this second part of a live recording in Dallas, Texas, Tim and Jon talk about how the apostles saw themselves as fulfilling God’s promise to bring blessing to all nations and how this perspective transforms the way we read the letters.  View full show notes from this episode →  Timestamps  Part one (0:00–39:30) Part two (39:30–end) Additional Resources  Bruce Longnecker, The Lost Letters of Pergamum  Show Music  Defender Instrumental by Tents Whispering Wind by Moby Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee.  Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 15, 2020 • 55 min

In this live episode, Tim and Jon interact with an audience in Dallas, Texas for the launch of a new series on how to read the New Testament letters. Letters make up much of the New Testament, and knowing how to view and interpret them is essential for seeing the story of Jesus woven through the New Testament.  View full show notes from this episode →  Timestamps  Part one (0:00–35:45)  Part two (35:45–end)  Show Music  Defender Instrumental by Tents  Memory Gospel by Moby  Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee.  Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 10, 2020 • 52 min

In this special mid-week podcast episode, Tim and Jon address recent events in light of The Revelation. Listen in as they discuss the use of “word and testimony,” the meaning of Babylon, and the exposure of slavery in the book of Revelation. View full show notes from this episode → Timestamps Part 1 (0:13:30) Part 2 (13:30-28:30) Part 3 (28:30-39:30) Part 4 (39:30-47:00) Part 5 (47:00-end) Additional Resources Richard Bauckham, “ The Economic Critique of Rome in Revelation 18 ,” p. 370-371. BibleProject, Exile podcast series BibleProject, Way of the Exile Show Music Defender Instrumental by Tents No Spirit: Snacks EP Chillhop Essentials Summer 2020 Conquor by Beautiful Eulogy Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee. Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 8, 2020 • 1h 3m

Are these the end times? Why does the Bible use language of fiery judgment? And what is the mark of the beast? In this episode, Tim and Jon answer your questions about how to read apocalyptic literature. View full show notes from this episode → Timestamps Does the Bible Predict the End of the World? (1:30) Are There Personal Apocalypses? (16:28) How Can You Tell a True Apocalypse? (24:20) Has Every Follower of Jesus had an Apocalypse? (30:14) Is There a Link Between Apocalyptic and Test Narratives in the Bible? (34:50) How Should We Understand Fiery Judgment in the Bible? (40:10) Bonus: What About the Mark of the Beast? (55:59) Additional Resources Michael Gorman, Reading Revelation Responsibly , p. 64. BibleProject, Tree of Life podcast series Richard Bauckham, The Theology of the Book of Revelation Show Music Defender Instrumental by Tents Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee. Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jun 1, 2020 • 54 min

The book of Revelation is full of symbols and images that are confusing when we remove them from the context of the Hebrew Bible. But if we understand the context, community, and nature of apocalyptic literature, the text can reshape the way we see the world. In this final episode of our series How to Read Apocalyptic Literature, Tim and Jon look at the book of Revelation. View full show notes from this episode → Additional Resources Michael Gorman, Reading Revelation Responsibly , p. 64. Melodysheep, Timelapse of the Future: A Journey to the End of Time BibleProject, Overview: Revelation Part One and Two Steve Moyice, The Old Testament in the Book of Revelation Show Music Defender Instrumental by Tents Snacks EP by No Spirit Fills The Skies by Josh White Show produced by Dan Gummel and Camden McAfee. Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 25, 2020 • 1h 4m

The opening pages of the Bible show us God’s good plan to rule with humanity as his image in heaven and on earth. Later characters in the story experience apocalyptic moments where they glimpse this ideal world and gain perspective to bring comfort and challenge to the world. Listen in as Tim and Jon discuss how this all points us to Jesus. View full show notes from this episode →   Additional Resources Heaven and Earth Podcast Series More on the divine counsel in podcast episode Spiritual Warfare: God E3 Image of God Podcast Series Our video Image of God Crispin Fletcher-Louis, “God’s Image, His Cosmic Temple, and the High Priest,” Heaven on Earth: The Temple in Biblical Theology, pp. 83-84. S. Dean McBride Jr, Divine Protocol: Genesis 1:1-2:3 as Prologue to the Pentateuch , pp. 16-17. Richard Bauckham, The Theology of the Book of Revelation , pp. 6-7.   Show Music Defender Instrumental by Tents Mind Garden by 
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May 18, 2020 • 38 min

Our dreams are often filled with strange images. What happens when a prophet, steeped in the Scriptures, receives a dream from God? The resulting imagery is packed with hyperlinks to the Hebrew Bible. In this episode, Tim and Jon begin discussing Revelation and tracing these visions through the rest of the Bible. View full show notes from this episode → Additional Resources Richard Bauckham, The Theology of the Book of Revelation Our video Temple Show Music Defender Instrumental by Tents Memories of Spring by Tokyo Music Walker Perilune by Aerohead Jimi? Is that you? by David Gummel Show produced by Dan Gummel. Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 11, 2020 • 40 min

Are the Gospel accounts apocalyptic? In this episode, Tim and Jon break down the use of the word apocalypse in the ancient Jewish world and highlight examples from the Gospel accounts and the life of Paul. View full show notes from this episode → Show Music Defender Instrumental by Tents White Oak by dryhope My Room Becomes the Sea by Sleepy Fish Show produced by Dan Gummel. Powered and distributed by Simplecast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 4, 2020 • 53 min

The Bible is filled with key moments that hinge on dreams. How did people in the Bible understand these moments, and what can we learn from them? In this episode, Tim and Jon have a fascinating conversation about the nature of apocalyptic dreams and visions in the Bible. View full show notes from this episode → Show Music Defender Instrumental by Tents After Dark by Sugi.wa My Room Becomes the Sea by Sleepy Fish Cold Weather Kids by Aerocity Show produced by Dan Gummel Powered and distributed by Simplecast Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.