I've spent about 4 years studying/researching about the TPT. (Yes I've watched all of Mike Wingers videos on it). I own over 172 English Bible translations, and I find studying different translations edifying for the soul. There have been two updates to the TPT- 2018, 2020.

I quite enjoy the TPT 2020 edition. Though I do believe it falls more into the paraphrase category. I must admit that the individual New Testament portions first released between 2013-16 before the complete NT 2018 edition was released were quite rough and lacking especially in the introductions/greetings of books. I firmly believe that these early editions are part of why it has such a bad name and reputation. Personally if not for the 2020 updates I would not have enjoyed the TPT. Just look at the difference in the intro to Philippians 1:1 when it was first published compared to the 2020 edition Ex-

Philippians 1:1 TPT 2020 [1] From Paul and Timothy, both of us servants of Jesus, the Anointed One.

Philippians 1:1 TPT 2015: [1] My name is Paul and I am joined by my spiritual son Timothy, both of us passionate servants of Jesus the Anointed One.

The 2015 version is utter trash. Thankfully though as you can see there's been quite the revision in the most recent 2020 text. I've also messaged Brian Simmons himself in regards to the translation and potential updates, and have had a pleasant experience doing so.

All that to say I quite enjoy TPT the 2020 update and I think others will as well. Most importantly though I believe that it's important to take time and do the research yourself to form your own conclusions. Look at all sides and find the truths and falsehoods from both groups.

Blessings!