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The weekly podcast that connects you to NT (Tom) Wright’s thought and theology by allowing you to ask the questions. Produced by Premier Unbelievable and hosted by Mike Bird. Want more from Tom and Mike? Subscribe for bonus episodes at https://askntwright.supportingcast.fm.

  1. 1D AGO

    Who are Abraham's children? Did Jesus make mistakes?  Is apostolic succession essential to the Church's faithfulness?

    Recorded in the Anglican calendar's Holy Week this episode of Ask NT Wright Anything, Michael Bird and Tom Wright begin with Easter traditions, from Bach’s St Matthew Passion to smashing chocolate Humpty Dumpty eggs. Then they tackle three rich questions. First: did Paul “convert” from Judaism to Christianity, or did his encounter with Jesus radically reframe his identity as a child of Abraham and member of God’s covenant people? Next: did Jesus make mistakes? Tom reflects on Hebrews, Gethsemane, and the Syrophoenician woman to explore what it means that Jesus “learned obedience” without implying sin or error. And finally, they discuss apostolic succession, asking whether continuity with the apostles rests mainly in bishops, priests, and deacons, or more deeply in Scripture, sacrament, prayer, and the church’s visible unity across time and space. Support & Subscribe👉 Support thought-provoking conversations and help keep the show going at www.premierunbelievable.com/geolink/donate💡❓Got a question for Tom? Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠askntwright.com⁠⁠⁠👉 Refer a friend to become a subscriber → They can get 10% off by clicking hereFollow usInstagram: https://instagram.com/premierunbelievableFacebook: https://facebook.com/premierunbelievableTik Tok: https://tiktok.com/@premier.unbelievableX: https://x.com/UnbelievableFE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    37 min
  2. Do We Still Need Apostles and Prophets? Ephesians 4 and the Gifts of the Church

    5D AGO ·  BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Do We Still Need Apostles and Prophets? Ephesians 4 and the Gifts of the Church

    In this bonus episode of Ask NT Wright Anything, Tom Wright and Mike Bird continue their journey through Ephesians, focusing on Ephesians 4:11–13 and Paul’s vision of the Church being built up through apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers. Are all Christians meant to be evangelists, or are some gifts more specific to particular people? Tom reflects on personality, calling and why not every believer is equipped in the same way. The conversation then turns to a bigger question: do apostles and prophets still exist today? Tom explores the New Testament meaning of apostles as eyewitnesses to the risen Jesus, the ongoing role of prophetic insight, and how church leadership has developed since the early Church. A thoughtful discussion on ministry, authority, unity and spiritual gifts in the life of the Church. For more, buy Tom Wright's book The Vision of Ephesians. 00:00 Introduction: Ephesians 4 and the gifts of the Church 01:00 Does every Christian need to be an evangelist? 03:00 Different gifts, different callings 05:00 Apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers 06:00 Is there a fixed New Testament ministry model? 08:00 Do apostles and prophets still exist today? 09:00 What prophecy looks like in practice 11:00 Were apostles eyewitnesses of the risen Jesus? 12:00 Bishops and apostolic continuity 14:00 The danger of modern “capital A” apostles 17:00 Final reflections Support & Subscribe 👉 Support thought-provoking conversations and help keep the show going at www.premierunbelievable.com/geolink/donate💡 ❓Got a question for Tom? Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠askntwright.com⁠⁠⁠ 👉 Refer a friend to become a subscriber → They can get 10% off by clicking here Follow us Instagram: https://instagram.com/premierunbelievable Facebook: https://facebook.com/premierunbelievable Tik Tok: https://tiktok.com/@premier.unbelievable X: https://x.com/UnbelievableFE

    19 min

  3. APR 13

    Can I attend Catholic church? Jews vs Judeans in translation? Why did Paul circumcise Timothy but not Titus?

    In this episode of Ask NT Wright Anything, Tom Wright responds to listener questions about attending churches across denominational lines, the meaning of key biblical terms, and puzzling moments in the life of the Apostle Paul.Tom explores whether Protestants can attend Catholic churches, reflecting on how Christian unity should be lived out despite real theological differences. He also explains why some Bible translations use “Judeans” instead of “Jews,” and why this matters for understanding the New Testament without importing modern assumptions.Finally, Tom tackles a challenging question about Paul: why did he circumcise Timothy but refuse to circumcise Titus? Through this, he unpacks Paul’s mission strategy, his commitment to unity, and what it means to be faithful to the gospel in different cultural contexts.Support & Subscribe👉 Support thought-provoking conversations and help keep the show going at www.premierunbelievable.com/geolink/donate💡❓Got a question for Tom? Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠askntwright.com⁠⁠⁠👉 Refer a friend to become a subscriber → They can get 10% off by clicking hereFollow usInstagram: https://instagram.com/premierunbelievableFacebook: https://facebook.com/premierunbelievableTik Tok: https://tiktok.com/@premier.unbelievableX: https://x.com/UnbelievableFE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    41 min
  4. Ephesians 4 | Humility, Unity & Gifts: Paul’s Vision for the Church’s Life Together (Part 1 of 2)

    APR 8 ·  BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Ephesians 4 | Humility, Unity & Gifts: Paul’s Vision for the Church’s Life Together (Part 1 of 2)

    Kicking off Ephesians 4, Tom Wright and Mike Bird explore Paul’s practical blueprint for church life. Why does Paul put humility, patience, and love at the heart of Christian community? What does real unity look like in a diverse, global church—and how do we avoid both celebrity culture and personality cults? Tom explains the “three-legged stool” of church life, the challenge of holding oneness and multiplicity together, and why the world desperately needs a church built on meekness, not ego. Plus: what do Paul’s puzzling Old Testament references really mean? Dive in for wisdom, challenge, and encouragement for churches today. Support & Subscribe 👉 Support thought-provoking conversations and help keep the show going at www.premierunbelievable.com/geolink/donate💡 ❓Got a question for Tom? Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠askntwright.com⁠⁠⁠ 👉 Refer a friend to become a subscriber → They can get 10% off by clicking here: https://askntwright.supportingcast.fm?sc_promo=ASK10 Follow us Instagram: https://instagram.com/premierunbelievable Facebook: https://facebook.com/premierunbelievable Tik Tok: https://tiktok.com/@premier.unbelievable X: https://x.com/UnbelievableFE

    17 min

  5. APR 6

    Miscarriage, the Eucharist & did all the biblical characters really exist?

    In this deeply pastoral episode of Ask NT Wright Anything, Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle some of the most sensitive and difficult questions Christians face.How should believers respond when heartfelt prayers seem unanswered, especially in the tragedy of miscarriage and pregnancy loss? Tom reflects on grief, prayer, and the mysterious work of the Spirit in the midst of suffering.The conversation then turns to the Eucharist: what really happens in Holy Communion? Is it merely symbolic, or does something deeper occur when the church shares the bread and wine?Finally, Tom and Mike explore a question often raised in modern discussions about the Bible: did the characters of scripture, figures like Moses, Jonah, or Job, actually exist?Support & Subscribe👉 Support thought-provoking conversations and help keep the show going at www.premierunbelievable.com/geolink/donate💡❓Got a question for Tom? Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠askntwright.com⁠⁠⁠👉 Refer a friend to become a subscriber → They can get 10% off by clicking hereFollow usInstagram: https://instagram.com/premierunbelievableFacebook: https://facebook.com/premierunbelievableTik Tok: https://tiktok.com/@premier.unbelievableX: https://x.com/UnbelievableFE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    43 min
  6. Archbishop William Temple and The Genius of the Church of England

    APR 1 ·  BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Archbishop William Temple and The Genius of the Church of England

    What makes the Church of England unique? In this lively episode, Tom Wright and Mike Bird reflect on the legacy of Archbishop William Temple and the “genius” of Anglicanism—a church that blends Catholic tradition with the Reformation’s evangelical spirit. They discuss why peace can be the best path to truth, how the English character shapes church life, and why unity and holiness must go hand in hand. With humour and insight, Tom and Mike consider what the Church of England gets right, where it struggles, and what all Christians can learn from its distinctive way of holding differences together. Support & Subscribe 👉 Support thought-provoking conversations and help keep the show going at www.premierunbelievable.com/geolink/donate💡 ❓Got a question for Tom? Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠askntwright.com⁠⁠⁠ 👉 Refer a friend to become a subscriber → They can get 10% off by clicking here: https://askntwright.supportingcast.fm?sc_promo=ASK10 Follow us Instagram: https://instagram.com/premierunbelievable Facebook: https://facebook.com/premierunbelievable Tik Tok: https://tiktok.com/@premier.unbelievable X: https://x.com/UnbelievableFE

    23 min

  7. MAR 30

    Why did Jesus turn water into wine? Did Paul invent Christianity? Are Christian hymns wrong? NT Wright Explains

    In this episode of Ask NT Wright Anything, Tom Wright answers listener questions about John’s Gospel, worship music, and the relationship between Jesus and Paul.Tom explains how the miracle at Cana reveals Jesus’ glory and points forward to the cross. He also reflects on the theology embedded in Christian hymnody and why some lyrics may need updating. Finally, he addresses the long-standing claim that Paul distorted Jesus’ message and shows how Paul’s mission actually grows directly out of Jesus’ kingdom movement.Support & Subscribe👉 Support thought-provoking conversations and help keep the show going at www.premierunbelievable.com/geolink/donate💡❓Got a question for Tom? Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠askntwright.com⁠⁠⁠👉 Refer a friend to become a subscriber → They can get 10% off by clicking hereFollow usInstagram: https://instagram.com/premierunbelievableFacebook: https://facebook.com/premierunbelievableTik Tok: https://tiktok.com/@premier.unbelievableX: https://x.com/UnbelievableFE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    37 min
  8. Ephesians 3 | The Church as God’s Dwelling (Part 2 of 2)

    MAR 26 ·  BONUS • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Ephesians 3 | The Church as God’s Dwelling (Part 2 of 2)

    In this deep-dive bonus episode, Tom Wright and Mike Bird continue their journey through Ephesians 3, exploring Paul’s soaring prayers for the church. What does it mean for Christ to make his home in our hearts? How do we experience the Messiah’s love—and why does Paul say it’s beyond full understanding? Tom unpacks the paradox of God’s glory being revealed not just in cathedrals or music, but in the love, service, and unity of ordinary believers. Discover how the church becomes God’s dwelling place, displaying his life-changing love to the world. Support & Subscribe 👉 Support thought-provoking conversations and help keep the show going at www.premierunbelievable.com/geolink/donate💡 ❓Got a question for Tom? Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠askntwright.com⁠⁠⁠ 👉 Refer a friend to become a subscriber → They can get 10% off by clicking here: https://askntwright.supportingcast.fm?sc_promo=ASK10 Follow us Instagram: https://instagram.com/premierunbelievable Facebook: https://facebook.com/premierunbelievable Tik Tok: https://tiktok.com/@premier.unbelievable X: https://x.com/UnbelievableFE

    14 min
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The weekly podcast that connects you to NT (Tom) Wright’s thought and theology by allowing you to ask the questions. Produced by Premier Unbelievable and hosted by Mike Bird. Want more from Tom and Mike? Subscribe for bonus episodes at https://askntwright.supportingcast.fm.

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    Premier Unbelievable
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    350
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