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Faith Improvised

Tim Gombis
Ephesians
Christian Identity
Paul
Christianity
Timothy Snyder
Faith Transformation
Cubs
Christian Communities
Israel-Palestine
Education
Suffering
Politics
Disillusionment
Paul's Prayer Report
Church Growth
Zionism
Social Justice
History
Teaching
Happiness

Exploring what it means to be faithfully Christian in our always-changing world with its challenges and opportunities. I like to think out loud and talk with friends about biblical texts, books, politics, sports, music, films, and basically anything that interests me. This is all an attempt to be fully alive in God’s good world and to enjoy the liberating reality of the Christian gospel.

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In this episode, I finish talking about the first half of Ephesians by discussing the prayer report and doxology in 3:14-21.

In this episode I talk about the Old Testament narratives that shaped how Paul speaks about his apostleship and incarceration in Ephesians 3.

In this episode, I talk about how Paul theologically configures his apostleship in terms of his cosmic privileges set alongside the realities of his incarceration.

In this episode, I continue to draw out the logic of Paul's digression in Ephesians 3:2-13.

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Tim Gombis
Host of Faith Improvised; engages biblical texts, books, politics, sports, and culture with scholarly yet accessible reflection

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 308 ratings
  • Love to listen

    I first heard Tim G. on the Voxology podcast and now I am a constant listener to Faith Improvised. I appreciate his scholarly understanding Biblical texts which helps me read the Bible more faithfully.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CJMags87
    United States2 years ago
  • I’ve started a few episodes..

    They all seem to be about food or traffic. Is there some trick to finding the good, Biblical content? I’ve heard Gombus on Holy Post and thought I’d like this podcast, but I can’t seem to listen for long enough without growing bored of hearing opinions about everything except the Bible.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Rmutersp
    United States3 years ago
  • One of my go-to podcasts!

    Been listening for several years. Tim’s perspective, expertise, and way of enlightening is great. The whole is more than the sum of the parts - Tim’s podcast plus the Bible Project makes for some eye-opening Bible immersion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nat Itz
    United States3 years ago
  • Thank you

    Thank you, Tim, for being open and honest.

    Fred

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    fprasuhn
    United States4 years ago
  • Will make you think

    I like listening to this podcast because he makes you think about what it means to live a Christian life, not just be a Christian.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    games4us5
    United States4 years ago

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• Fans appreciate personal storytelling that ties scripture to everyday life and public issues.
• Many return for thoughtful critiques of evangelical culture and clear, practical wisdom.
• Listeners praise the host's scholarship and humility, noting the depth of biblical insight.
• Guests praised when the show features balanced, compassionate dialogue and challenging ideas.

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Divine Combat in Ephesians 1-2, Pt. 3
Q: If Paul is describing the audience's former identity and their new identity in Christ, doesn't their former identity still describe all of us before we are brought into this form of life?
The host explains that while the past identity is part of the biblical narrative, the primary aim of the text is to articulate who the people of God are now and how they should live together, rather than to generalize the outside world. The questioner's concern is acknowledged, but the answer emphasizes that Ephesians 1:20–2:22 centers on the community's identity and mission rather than a universal profiling of unbelievers.
Gaining Perspective on Our Suffering
Q: Why do the wealthiest nations in the world have the highest suicide rates?
It is likely due to unrealistic expectations and discontentment cultivated by societal norms and advertising.
Gaining Perspective on Our Suffering
Q: Why do you think having perspective about suffering is compelling?
Having perspective about suffering helps us realize that we share common struggles, leading to compassion and understanding among humanity.
You Are Not Your Job
Q: How do you envision your value and identity in relation to jobs that you've had?
I have always been all over the map with jobs and never really let any of it define me. I didn't want to be pigeonholed into something.

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Thoughtful, scholarship-informed discussions on Christian faith, ethics, and public life. Episodes frequently explore biblical interpretation, church practice, and how faith intersects politics, culture, and daily living. The host often weaves in personal anecdotes, current events, and book recommendations to challenge listeners to embody a hospitable, justice-minded Christian witness in modern society. A standout quality is the blend of rigorous scriptural analysis with accessible, reflective commentary, plus a willingness to critique evangelical culture while offering practical, Gospel-centered guidance. Listeners are likely drawn to thoughtful theology, honest self-critique, and conversations that connect ancient texts to contemporary is... more

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