Why Relying on One Bible Teacher Isn't Enough—and What to Do About It

In this Good Faith Podcast bonus short, N.T. Wright shares practical, accessible guidance on how to read the Bible with deeper understanding, moving beyond surface-level devotion into the rich world of biblical context, Scripture study, and Christian discipleship. Wright explains why exploring texts like Josephus, the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Apocrypha, and the Apostolic Fathers can help modern believers interpret the New Testament more faithfully and confidently. He also offers a personal glimpse into his lifelong daily Bible reading practice, revealing how Scripture, prayer, and the Psalms have shaped his faith from childhood to today.

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Mentioned In This Episode:

• John Goldingay & N.T. Wright's The Bible for Everyone
• Books by Richard Middleton
• Books by Walter Brueggemann
• The Complete Works of Josephus (pdf)
• The Complete Dead Sea Scrolls (pdf)
• Resource For Writings of the Apostolic Fathers (e.g., Ignatius, Clement, Polycarp)

More from N.T. Wright:

• N.T. Wright's book God's Homecoming: The Forgotten Promise of Future Renewal
• N.T. Wright Online
• N.T. Wright's Speaking engagements
• N.T. Wright's books

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