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The Bible For Normal People

The Bible For Normal People

By: Peter Enns and Jared Byas
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 A weekly podcast talk show having serious talks about the sacred book. Hosted by Peter Enns and Jared Byas.Copyright 2017 All rights reserved. Christianity Spirituality
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  • [Bible] Episode 320: Pete Ruins Everything on Jeremiah

    [Bible] Episode 320: Pete Ruins Everything on Jeremiah
    Mar 16 2026
    In this episode of The Bible for Normal People, Pete has another go at ruining something. This week, he’s unpacking the book of Jeremiah and its interlocking themes of anguish, confusion, and hope. Along the way, Pete picks out some of the iconic Jeremiah verses commonly quoted in churches and Facebook posts and puts them back in the context of the text. It might make those verses less applicable to a high school graduation card, but it also helps readers participate in the ongoing journey to search for God’s promises in the face of crisis. Show Notes → http://thebiblefornormalpeople.com/episodes/bible-episode-320-pete-ruins-jeremiahWatch this episode on YouTube → https://youtu.be/6KRcI8fVD6s Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    55 mins
  • [Bible] Episode 319: Matthew Vines - The Bible Isn't Against Gay Marriage

    [Bible] Episode 319: Matthew Vines - The Bible Isn't Against Gay Marriage
    Mar 9 2026
    In this week’s episode of The Bible for Normal People, Pete and Jared welcome back Season 1 favorite Matthew Vines to discuss how conversations about the Bible and same-sex relationships have shifted over the past decade. Matthew revisits common biblical arguments against same-sex marriage and offers thoughtful counterpoints grounded in Scripture and church history. The conversation explores how a deeper understanding of the Bible’s context can invite Christians to think more expansively about faith, love, and partnership. Show Notes → https://www.thebiblefornormalpeople.com/episodes/bible-episode-319-matthew-vines-the-bible-isnt-against-gay-marriage Watch this episode on YouTube → https://youtu.be/2x5BQNrD9gw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    53 mins
  • [Bible] Episode 318: Mark S. Smith - The Many Gods of Israel

    [Bible] Episode 318: Mark S. Smith - The Many Gods of Israel
    Mar 2 2026
    In this week’s episode of The Bible for Normal People, Pete and Jared sit down with Mark S. Smith, a leading scholar of ancient Israelite religion, to explore the polytheistic background of Israel and the gradual emergence of monotheism in the Hebrew Bible. Drawing on biblical texts, ancient Near Eastern inscriptions, and comparative studies, Mark explains how early Israelites likely understood Yahweh as one deity among many before later theological developments came to affirm him as the sole god of Israel. Show Notes → https://thebiblefornormalpeople.com/episode-318-mark-s-smith-the-many-gods-of-israel/ Watch this episode on YouTube → https://youtu.be/R1xiWA6w3P8 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    1 hr and 8 mins
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