All Mike Bird articles
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ArticleWill God Destroy the Earth by Fire? Tom Wright on 2 Peter 3
Does 2 Peter teach that God will one day burn up the earth and start again? Tom Wright and Mike Bird explore one of the New Testament’s most difficult passages, alongside questions about Genesis 1, creation and how Christians should choose a church.
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ShowsDietrich Bonhoeffer’s final days: Did he really plot to kill Hitler?
Did Dietrich Bonhoeffer really support the plot to assassinate Hitler? Mike Bird and historian John McCabe continue their deep dive into Bonhoeffer’s final days, exploring his connection to the German resistance, the moral struggle behind his choices, and the dramatic events leading up to his arrest and execution.
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ArticleThe real Dietrich Bonhoeffer: How faith led a theologian into resistance against Hitler
Dietrich Bonhoeffer has become a symbol of Christian resistance to tyranny. But has the real man been obscured by myth? Historian John McCabe joins Mike Bird to separate Bonhoeffer from the versions later generations have created.
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ShowsWho Was the Real Dietrich Bonhoeffer? Historian John McCabe Sets the Record Straight
How much of what we believe about Dietrich Bonhoeffer is true? In this episode, Bonhoeffer historian John McCabe joins Mike Bird to reveal the real story behind the legendary pastor’s resistance to Hitler. They separate fact from fiction, discuss Bonhoeffer’s underground seminary, and challenge modern portrayals that reshape him for our times.
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ShowsAre people basically ‘good’ or ‘evil’? Who was the ‘beloved’ disciple? And is the Sermon on the Mount legalism?
Are people basically good or evil? Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle big questions about human nature, the identity of the “beloved disciple,” and whether the Sermon on the Mount is legalistic - or something far more radical. Discover the Bible’s vision for what it means to be truly human.
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ShowsHas Christianity forgotten its own history? Why the past still matters
Has Christianity lost touch with its own story? Historian Sarah Irving-Stonebraker joins Mike Bird to discuss why forgetting 2,000 years of Christian history leaves faith vulnerable to fads and drift - and how remembering the past can guide Christians through today’s challenges.
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ShowsWhat if I desire other things more than God? Can I work in war and weaponry? Where did Pilate judge Jesus?
Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle personal and practical questions about faith and life: What if you desire other things more than God? Can Christians work in war-related industries? And where did Pilate judge Jesus? They explore spiritual anxiety, conscience in the workplace, and the historical setting of the Gospels.
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ShowsAre we losing our past? Why history matters more than ever | Sarah Irving-Stonebraker
What happens when a society loses touch with its history - or rewrites it to fit modern politics? Historian Sarah Irving-Stonebraker joins Mike Bird to discuss vanishing history departments, culture wars over the past, and why understanding where we come from matters more than ever.
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ShowsJesus as the glory of God, Do we need to rethink the Trinity, being a force for theological sanity in your Church
Tom Wright and Mike Bird discuss how Jesus reveals God’s glory, whether the Trinity needs rethinking, and how to stay faithful when you disagree with your church’s theology. They offer practical wisdom for navigating doctrinal differences while keeping unity and humility.
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ShowsWho inherited Alexander the Great’s empire? Murder, war elephants and the Battle of Ipsus
After Alexander the Great’s death, chaos erupts as his generals battle for control. Mike Bird and Tristan Hughes recount the brutal power struggles, legendary sieges, and the decisive Battle of Ipsus - where war elephants determined the fate of empires. Discover the origins of the Seleucid and Ptolemaic kingdoms and the lasting impact of Alexander’s fractured legacy.
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ShowsNear Death Experiences, the Eternal Son, could Satan have thwarted Jesus?
Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle near-death experiences, the meaning of Jesus as the Son of God, and whether Satan could have derailed Jesus’ mission. They explore what the Bible says about death, the identity of Christ, and the nature of spiritual evil.
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ShowsAlexander’s Empire Implodes: Betrayal, War Elephants and Crocodiles | Mike Bird and Tristan Hughes
In episode two of History’s Last Stand, Mike Bird and Tristan Hughes dive into the chaos after Alexander the Great’s death. As his generals turn against each other, the empire is rocked by betrayal, war elephants, crocodile-infested rivers, and military disaster. Discover how ambition and rivalry shattered one of history’s greatest empires.
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ArticleWhy History Matters
Christianity is rooted in real people, places and events. In his new podcast, History’s Last Stand, historian and theologian Michael F. Bird explores the moments that shaped our world, the often-overlooked influence of Christianity in those moments, and why understanding the past matters more than ever.
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ShowsAlexander the Great Is Dead: Who Will Seize His Empire?
History is under siege, and Mike Bird is taking a stand. In the launch episode of Premier Unbelievable’s podcast, the host of Ask NT Wright Anything joins Tristan Hughes, presenter of The Ancients, to explore the violent aftermath of Alexander the Great’s death.
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ShowsWhere do Christians go when they die? Jesus kept healing on the Sabbath? And is ‘faith’ enough?
Can someone else’s faith help bring us to Jesus? What really happens after Christians die? And why did Jesus keep healing people on the Sabbath?
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ShowsWhy was Jesus so cryptic? Is divorce ever OK? Does Isaiah 53 predict Jesus? And which theologian is hardest to understand?
Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle why Jesus spoke in riddles, how Christians should approach divorce and remarriage, and what Isaiah 53 really reveals about Christ and prophecy. A thoughtful episode blending biblical insight and practical wisdom.
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ShowsIs there one biblical canon? Catholics and justification by faith? And will there be a third temple?
Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle tough questions about the biblical canon, Catholic salvation, and the idea of a future Third Temple. They explore how the Bible was formed, what really divides Protestants and Catholics, and why Christians should focus on Jesus and the church - not rebuilding in Jerusalem.
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ShowsMore than marriage, how to find a true biblical lens and what’s Tom’s next book?
Tom Wright and Mike Bird discuss how marriage points to new creation, how to read the Bible through a truly biblical lens, and what writing projects Tom might tackle next. A thought-provoking look at relationships, interpretation, and plans.
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ShowsIs Patriarchy part of the fall? Should Christians tithe? And are Oneness Pentecostals saved if they don’t believe in the Trinity?
Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle big questions on patriarchy and the fall, tithing and Christian giving, and whether Oneness Pentecostals are truly within historic Christianity. A thoughtful look at Genesis, church tradition, and the heart of Christian faith.
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ShowsBiblical Theology vs Systematic Theology? Romans 7 explained and whether Calvinism is Biblical?
Tom Wright and Mike Bird tackle three big questions: What is the real difference between biblical and systematic theology? Who is the “wretched man” of Romans 7? And is Calvinism really biblical? Enjoy trademark NT Wright clarity on some of theology’s toughest debates.
