Two Texts

Nineveh and the God Who Comes Near | Jonah Beyond the Whale 17

Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1746997/open_sms] In which John and David trace the divine symmetry between the great fish and the great city of Nineveh. Together they uncover how Jonah’s story reveals a God both cosmic and near — one who commands creation yet longs for relationship. They reflect on the city “great to God,” the paradox of divine judgement and mercy, and how the incarnation embodies the mystery of a Creator who chooses to become a guest at our table. Episode 220 of the Two Texts Podcast | Jonah Beyond the Whale 17 If you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/twotexts], Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/two.texts] and Twitter [http://www.twitter.com/twotexts]. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend? Music by Woodford Music [https://www.instagram.com/woodfordmusic/] (c) 2021 ________ Help us keep Two Texts free for everyone by becoming a supporter of the show  John and David want to ensure that Two Texts always remains free content for everyone. We don't want to create a paywall or have premium content that would exclude others.  However, Two Texts costs us around £60 per month (US$75; CAD$100) to make. If you'd like to support the show with even just a small monthly donation it would help ensure we can continue to produce the content that you love.  Thank you so much. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1746997/support]

A Story Truer than it Seems | Jonah Beyond the Whale 16

Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1746997/open_sms] In which John and David explore Jonah’s second calling and the grace woven into the story’s repetition. They reflect on Buechner’s and Tolkien’s ideas of myth, Hebrew wordplay that shifts God’s tone from 'against' to 'toward', and the layered symbolism of Nineveh’s name—revealing a God who commands even the 'gods' of the world. Episode 219 of the Two Texts Podcast | Jonah Beyond the Whale 16 If you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/twotexts], Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/two.texts] and Twitter [http://www.twitter.com/twotexts]. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend? Music by Woodford Music [https://www.instagram.com/woodfordmusic/] (c) 2021 ________ Help us keep Two Texts free for everyone by becoming a supporter of the show  John and David want to ensure that Two Texts always remains free content for everyone. We don't want to create a paywall or have premium content that would exclude others.  However, Two Texts costs us around £60 per month (US$75; CAD$100) to make. If you'd like to support the show with even just a small monthly donation it would help ensure we can continue to produce the content that you love.  Thank you so much. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1746997/support]

Prayer from the Depths | Jonah Beyond the Whale 15

Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1746997/open_sms] In which John and David explore Jonah’s cry from the “belly of Sheol” and ask whether the prophet’s prayer describes death, near-death, or resurrection itself. We trace echoes of Psalms 16 and 139, connect Jonah’s deliverance to Jesus’ “sign of Jonah,” and marvel at the irony that salvation—still—belongs to the Lord. Episode 218 of the Two Texts Podcast | Jonah Beyond the Whale 15 If you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/twotexts], Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/two.texts] and Twitter [http://www.twitter.com/twotexts]. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend? Music by Woodford Music [https://www.instagram.com/woodfordmusic/] (c) 2021 ________ Help us keep Two Texts free for everyone by becoming a supporter of the show  John and David want to ensure that Two Texts always remains free content for everyone. We don't want to create a paywall or have premium content that would exclude others.  However, Two Texts costs us around £60 per month (US$75; CAD$100) to make. If you'd like to support the show with even just a small monthly donation it would help ensure we can continue to produce the content that you love.  Thank you so much. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1746997/support]

Not Faithless, Just Forgetful | Jonah Beyond the Whale 14

Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1746997/open_sms] In which John and David reflect on Jonah’s prayer from the belly of the fish, exploring how it echoes the Psalms and reveals a God who always calls us home. We discuss honesty, faithfulness, and what it means to return to God even in darkness—remembering that salvation belongs to the Lord. Episode 217 of the Two Texts Podcast | Jonah Beyond the Whale 14 If you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/twotexts], Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/two.texts] and Twitter [http://www.twitter.com/twotexts]. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend? Music by Woodford Music [https://www.instagram.com/woodfordmusic/] (c) 2021 ________ Help us keep Two Texts free for everyone by becoming a supporter of the show  John and David want to ensure that Two Texts always remains free content for everyone. We don't want to create a paywall or have premium content that would exclude others.  However, Two Texts costs us around £60 per month (US$75; CAD$100) to make. If you'd like to support the show with even just a small monthly donation it would help ensure we can continue to produce the content that you love.  Thank you so much. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1746997/support]

A Psalm from the Belly | Jonah Beyond the Whale 13

Drop us a text message to say hi and let us know what you think of the show. (Include your email if you’d like us to reply) [https://www.buzzsprout.com/twilio/text_messages/1746997/open_sms] In which John and David explore Jonah’s prayer from the belly of the great fish. We explore its Psalm-like poetry, Jonah’s descent into death, and the layers of creation, flood, and exodus woven through his cry. Along the way, we ask what kind of repentance this really is—and discover that even in Jonah’s inconsistency, the Lord remains steadfast. Episode 216 of the Two Texts Podcast | Jonah Beyond the Whale 13 If you want to get in touch about something in the podcast you can reach out on podcast@twotexts.com or by liking and following the Two Texts podcast on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/twotexts], Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/two.texts] and Twitter [http://www.twitter.com/twotexts]. If you enjoy the podcast, we’d love it if you left a review or comment where you’re listening from – and if you really enjoyed it, why not share it with a friend? Music by Woodford Music [https://www.instagram.com/woodfordmusic/] (c) 2021 ________ Help us keep Two Texts free for everyone by becoming a supporter of the show  John and David want to ensure that Two Texts always remains free content for everyone. We don't want to create a paywall or have premium content that would exclude others.  However, Two Texts costs us around £60 per month (US$75; CAD$100) to make. If you'd like to support the show with even just a small monthly donation it would help ensure we can continue to produce the content that you love.  Thank you so much. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/1746997/support]