The Bible can feel overwhelming at times, and we all need a little help to make sense of it. That’s why we’ve created The Confidence Podcast—a brand-new limited series from Bible Society Northern Ireland.
Together, we’ll dive into the big questions, uncover the Bible’s overarching story, discover practical ways to read it, and explore how it shapes our daily lives.
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E1. The Big Picture
Rev. Michael Spence is a minister in the Methodist Church in Ireland and has taught on the big story of the Bible many times.
If you've ever felt lost in the Bible’s many stories, this episode will help us step back and explore the overarching story of Scripture and how it all fits together.
E2. Bible Artistry
Dr Julie McKinley works for the National Bible Society of Ireland and has a PhD in Jewish and Christian relations. She has an amazing understanding of the Hebrew text and a knack for finding the artistic motifs in God’s Word.
In this episode, we’re exploring how understanding the literary beauty of the Bible can help us read it with fresh eyes and deeper insight.
E3. Church & Tradition
Rev. Cameron Mack is a recently ordained priest in the Church of Ireland, serving as curate in St. Anne’s Cathedral, Belfast.
In this episode we’re thinking about how the history of the Church shapes how we read the Bible today, what role tradition plays in helping us understand Scripture, and how the Church can help us grow in confidence in God’s Word.
E4. Reading the Bible
In this episode we’re talking about Reading the Bible with Dave Wilson from Precept Ireland.
How do we approach the Bible in a way that helps us truly understand and apply it? Dave shares practical tools, helpful insights, and encouragement for anyone wanting to read the Bible with more clarity and confidence.
E5. The Big Questions
From suffering and justice to identity and purpose, the Bible speaks into the biggest questions we face today.
In this episode, we’re joined by David Smyth from the Evangelical Alliance. David helps us think through how God’s Word remains relevant, trustworthy, and full of hope—even when life feels uncertain.
E6. The Bible in Life
In our final episode, our CEO Wilson Beare joins us to think about the relevance of the Bible and how it shapes the way we live day to day.
From decision-making and relationships to work and worship, Wilson shares how God’s Word speaks into every part of our lives—and how we can learn to live it out with confidence.