Theology in the Raw
Religion & Spirituality
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Helping believers think Christianly about theological and cultural issues by engaging in curious conversations with a diverse range of thoughtful people.
Episodes
- Beyond Relief: From Poverty to Flourishing with Will Acuff
Will Acuff, co-founder of Corner to Corner, discusses his work fostering economic and educational equity and his book, No Elevator to Everest. This episode explores shifting from survival to flourishing and the importance of spirit-led sel…
- Did Jesus Disagree with the Law of Moses? Dr. Paul Sloan
Dr. Paul Sloan, Associate Professor of Early Christianity at Houston Christian University, joins Theology in the Raw to discuss his book, Jesus and the Law of Moses. The conversation explores the relationship between Jesus and the law of M…
- Mary Magdalene: Myths and Facts with Dr. Jennifer McNutt
Dr. Jennifer Powell McNutt joins the Theology in the Raw podcast to discuss her book, The Mary We Forgot, and perspectives on the life and legacy of Mary Magdalene.
- Raw Thoughts on Social Media, Trumpism, and Christian Resilience: Tish Harrison Warren
Tish Harrison Warren, a writer and Anglican priest, joins Theology in the Raw to discuss Christian resilience. She also talks about her latest book, What Grows in Weary Lands.
- Justification, Atonement, and the Full Scope of Paul's Gospel. Dr. Jarvis Williams
Dr. Jarvis Williams, Professor of New Testament Interpretation at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary, joins the podcast to discuss Pauline justification, atonement, and his book on Romans.
- Did Women Serve As Leaders in Early Christianity? Drs. Lynn Cohick and Amy Brown Hughes
Dr. Lynn Cohick and Dr. Amy Brown Hughes discuss the roles of women in early Christianity. The guests, both academic experts in New Testament and theology, draw from their co-authored research on the patristic world.
- Blessings and Challenges of Being a Female Pastor: Bo Stern-Brady
Bo Stern-Brady, lead pastor of B4Church, discusses her experiences as a female pastor. She previously served as a teaching pastor at Westside Church and is the author of multiple books.
- Can You Really Learn the Bible on Social Media? Colby F. Maier
Colby F. Maier discusses the role of social media in biblical education and his work with the Academy of the Bible. He explains his approach to making biblical teachings relatable and relevant to modern life.
- Trauma, Justice, and The Power of Christian Forgiveness with Dr. Amy L. Orr-Ewing
Theologian Dr. Amy L. Orr-Ewing discusses themes of trauma, justice, and Christian forgiveness on Theology in the Raw. The episode also includes information about the upcoming Exiles Minneapolis event.
- Russia, Iran, and the Trap of Political Tribalism with Christopher Haylett (aka thenerdychristian)
Christopher Haylett, also known as thenerdychristian, joins the Theology in the Raw podcast to discuss topics including Russia, Iran, and political tribalism. Haylett holds degrees in Global Development and International Business.
- The Kingship of Jesus and Pastoring a Mega Church: Dr. Mark Moore
Dr. Mark E. Moore, author and teaching pastor at Christ's Church of the Valley, discusses his book The Missing Messiah: The Jesus We Can No Longer Ignore in this episode of Theology in the Raw.
- Can You Welcome LGBTQ People While Holding a Traditional Sexual Ethic? Tony Scarcello
Pastor Tony Scarcello discusses his book, Love All Our Neighbors, which examines how churches with a traditional sexual ethic can care for LGBTQ individuals. Scarcello shares his work in pastoral ministry and perspectives on discipleship.
- Tyler Staton on Pastoring Bridgetown Church, Poetry, and Ministry from NYC to Portland
Tyler Staton, Lead Pastor of Bridgetown Church in Portland, discusses his ministry, his approach to prayer and relationships, and his books in this interview recorded in Portland.
- From Touring to Church Planter: Bringing Hope to the Margins with Josh White
Recording artist and pastor Josh White discusses his journey from touring to church planting at Door of Hope in Portland, Oregon. He also shares insights from his book, Stumbling Toward Eternity: Losing & Finding Ourselves in the Cross of…
- Nijay Gupta on Women in Leadership, Receiving Criticism, and Paul's Vision for Meaning in this Life.
Nijay K. Gupta discusses his work on women in leadership, including reactions to his book From Genesis to Junia, and previews his upcoming book, Paul for the World.
- Transition, Detransition, and The Gospel: Kyla Gillespie
Kyla Gillespie, author and founder of Renewed & Transformed Ministries, discusses her journey through gender confusion, reassignment surgery, and detransitioning. She shares how her experiences with same-sex attraction and gender dysphoria…
- How Do We Know that God Really Exists? Dr. J. P. Moreland
Dr. J. P. Moreland, a distinguished professor of philosophy, discusses the existence of God and his related academic work on this episode of Theology in the Raw.
- Why Is Gen-Z Suffering from So Many Mental Health Issues? Sissy Goff and David Thomas
Therapists Sissy Goff and David Thomas discuss the mental health challenges facing Gen-Z and families today. The conversation centers on their experience at Daystar Counseling Ministries and their book on building resilience in children.
- Is Artificial Intelligence Good, Bad, or Neutral? Nick Skytland
Nick Skytland, from Gloo and formerly NASA, joins the podcast to discuss the development of value-aligned artificial intelligence and its impact on human flourishing.
- Gender Dysphoria, Church Hurt, and Enduring Hope in Jesus: Remington Rathjen
Remington Rathjen discusses his experiences with gender dysphoria, same-sex attraction, and his faith journey. He shares how overcoming challenges like church hurt, spiritual abuse, and sexual abuse has strengthened his relationship with J…
- Spiritual Warfare, Divine Beings, and the Victory of Christ: Dr. Joel Muddamalle
Dr. Joel Muddamalle joins Theology in the Raw to discuss spiritual warfare, divine beings, and Christ's victory over dark powers. The episode touches on the topic of the Nephilim, referencing biblical accounts of spiritual beings and giant…
- Christian Disagreement in a Culture of Outrage: Dr. Tim Meuhlhoff
Dr. Tim Muehlhoff, Professor of Communication at Biola University, joins Theology in the Raw to discuss Christian disagreement in a culture of outrage. They touch on the pronoun debate and Muehlhoff's work promoting civility and compassion…
- Debating Hell: Annihilation or Eternal Conscious Torment? Dr. Paul Copan and Chris Date
Paul Copan and Chris Date explore the historical and biblical perspectives on hell, debating eternal conscious torment versus annihilationism. Both proponents present their views based on scripture in a friendly, conversational manner.
- Jesus: Friend of Sinners. Reflections for Lent with Elyse Fitzpatrick
This episode features Elyse Fitzpatrick discussing her book 'Friend of Sinners: Lent Devotions on Following the Crucified King.' Fitzpatrick shares her background in biblical counseling and offers reflections for Lent.
- An Honest Search for What the Bible Really Says about Women in Leadership:
This episode summarizes the book "From Genesis to Junia: An Honest Search for What the Bible Really Says about Women in Leadership." The host researched the Bible for over 3.5 years to understand its teachings on women in church leadership…
- From Addiction to "Come Jesus Come": Stephen McWhirter
Stephen McWhirter, once a meth addict, now leads worship globally and has seen many come to Christ. His song 'Come Jesus Come' has over 100 million streams, and he is the author of 'Radically Restored'.
- ICE, Migrants, and What's Really Going On in Minneapolis: Carl Nelson, Schelli Cronk, and Dave Brickey
This episode features leaders Carl Nelson, Schelli Cronk, and Dave Brickey discussing the complex situation in Minneapolis and the response of local churches to recent events.
- How to Rewire Your Brain to Live a Flourshing Life: Dr. Lee Warren
Dr. W. Lee Warren, a neurosurgeon and author, explains how to connect neuroscience, faith, and daily practices for a healthier life. His latest book, The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery, forms the basis of the conversation.
- Resembling Jesus in the Abortion Debates: Angela Weszely
Angela Weszely, founder of Pro Grace, joins Theology in the Raw to discuss her organization's mission and her book, 'Becoming ProGrace: Expanding the Abortion Conversation Beyond Life Versus Choice.'
- When God Seems Distant: Dr. Kyle Strobel
Dr. Kyle Strobel, author and theologian, discusses his book "When God Seems Distant: Surprising Ways God Deepens Our Faith and Draws Us Near." The episode also promotes the Exiles in Babylon conference.
- Stewarding Wealth and Success as a Christian with David Green, Founder of Hobby Lobby
David Green, founder of Hobby Lobby and author of 'The Legacy Life,' shares insights on stewarding wealth and success from a Christian perspective.
- Faith, Fatherhood, and Collabing with indie tribe and Forrest Frank
This episode of Theology in the Raw features Christian hip-hop artist nobigdyl, discussing faith and fatherhood. The conversation touches on his unique musical style, lyrical themes like faith and loss, and promotes the upcoming Exiles in…
- Political Division, Technology, and the War for our Attention with Dr. Lee Camp
Dr. Lee C. Camp joins Theology in the Raw to discuss political division, technology, and the war for our attention. Dr. Camp is a Professor of Theology & Ethics at Lipscomb University and host of the podcast "No Small Endeavor".
- From TV to studying the Jewish Roots of Christianity: Kathie Lee Gifford
Kathie Lee Gifford, former co-host of "TODAY" and "Live with Regis and Kathie Lee," discusses her studies on the Jewish Roots of Christianity. The episode also touches on her bestselling books and career achievements.
- Raising Wise Kids in a Sexually Broken World: Laurie Krieg
Laurie Krieg, Director of Parent Programs at The Center for Faith, Sexuality & Gender, joins Theology in the Raw to discuss her book,
- Freedom from Unwanted Sexual Behavior: Jay Stringer
Jay Stringer, a therapist and author, discusses dealing with unwanted sexual behavior, trauma, and sexual compulsion. He connects theology, counseling, and clinical research, drawing on his book "Unwanted" and upcoming work on core longing…
- Faith, Acting, and Evangelism in New York City with Ashley Lalonde
Ashley Lalonde, an actor and Barna Group fellow, shares her experiences of following Jesus in the Broadway world and engaging in evangelism in New York City. The episode covers approaches to faith conversations, listening without judgment,…
- From Conservative Christian to Post-Evangelical with Jonathan Merritt
Jonathan Merritt shares his experience transitioning from a conservative Southern Baptist upbringing to post-evangelicalism, discussing deconstruction, family dynamics, and his perspective on the term "exvangelical." He is currently a VP a…
- TITR Year end review and looking forward to 2026: Preston Sprinkle
In this solo episode, Preston Sprinkle reviews highlights from the past year of the Theology in the Raw podcast, discussing his guest selection process, platforming considerations, and sharing listener statistics and reviews.
- What Does the Bible Actually Say about Alcohol? Dr. John Anthony Dunne
This episode features Dr. John Anthony Dunne discussing his book on biblical alcohol theology. The conversation covers the Bible's stance on alcohol, including wine dilution, "strong drink," and whether Christians should consume it.
- Celebrating Christmas as an Act of Defiance: Dr. Munther Isaac
Dr. Munther Isaac, a Palestinian pastor and theologian, shares insights on celebrating Christmas as an act of defiance. He is the author of 'Christ in the Rubble: Faith, the Bible, and the Genocide in Gaza' and pastor of Hope Evangelical C…
- Being Christian After the Desolation of Gaza: Drs. Bruce Fisk and Ross Wagner
Drs. Bruce Fisk and Ross Wagner, co-editors of the new book 'Being Christian After the Desolation of Gaza,' discuss its themes. Fisk is Professor Emeritus of New Testament at Westmont College, and Wagner is an Associate Professor of New Te…
- A Creational Theology of Animals, Disability, and Gender: Dr. Brian Brock
Dr. Brian Brock joins Theology in the Raw to discuss his theology of creation. The conversation covers imagery of God, gender, the theological distinctions between humans and animals, and his work regarding the theology of disability.
- Do Ancient Christian Rituals Matter Today? Dr. Isaac Serrano
Dr. Isaac Serrano discusses the significance of ancient Christian rituals such as baptism, communion, and corporate worship in today's world, questioning their necessity given salvation by faith. The episode touches on whether physical chu…
- Understanding Gen-Z and Gen Alpha: Dr. Josh Packard
Dr. Josh Packard, author of "Faithful Futures: Sacred Tools for Engaging Younger Generations," shares insights on engaging Gen Z and Gen Alpha with Theology in the Raw. Packard, a sociologist, cofounded Future of Faith to help ministries a…
- Hearing the Voice of the Martyrs: Todd Nettleton
Todd Nettleton, Vice President of Message for The Voice of the Martyrs–USA, shares insights from his work supporting and documenting the experiences of persecuted Christians in over 70 nations.
- Digging Deep into Scripture: Tara-Leigh Cobble
This episode features Tara-Leigh Cobble, creator of The Bible Recap podcast and author of the 365 Day Chronological Study Bible. Cobble also founded D-Group International and hosts The God Shot radio show. The discussion touches on scriptu…
- Politics, Charlie Kirk, and How the Black Church Can Leads Us out of the Culture War: Justin Giboney
Justin Giboney, cofounder of the AND Campaign, joins Theology in the Raw to discuss his book 'Don’t Let Nobody Turn You Around: How the Black Church’s Public Witness Leads us Out of the Culture War.' The episode covers engaging in politics…
- Political Discipleship After Charlie Kirk: mike Erre
Mike Erre, author and teaching pastor, joins Theology in the Raw to discuss political discipleship. Erre shares his extensive background in vocational ministry and his academic pursuits in philosophy of religion.
- Is Penal Substitutionary Atonement Biblical? Dr. Andrew Rillera
Dr. Andrew Rillera, Associate Professor of Biblical Studies and Theology, joins Theology in the Raw to discuss the doctrine of penal substitutionary atonement. Rillera authored 'The Lamb of the Free,' which questions this atonement model.