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Theology in the Raw

Theology in the Raw

Helping believers think Christianly about theological and cultural issues by engaging in curious conversations with a diverse range of thoughtful people.

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63:44

Is it Good for Christians to be Involved in Sports?...

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/07/10

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Is it Good for Christians to be Involved in Sports?...

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/07/10

Dr. Ed Uszynski (PhD, Bowling Green State University) has been working with collegiate and professional athletes in various roles with Athletes in Action since 1992. He’s the author of Untangling Critical Race Theory: What Christians Need to Know and Why It Matters (IVP) and his most recent book, Away Game: A Christian Parents Guide to Navigating Youth Sports, coauthored with Brian Smith. To listen to our "extra innings" conversation, head over to Theology in the Raw's Patreon page to become a

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57:03

What Can the Church Learn from Early Abolitionists?...

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/07/07

Dr. Daniel Lee Hill (PhD, Wheaton College) is assistant professor of Christian theology at George W. Truett Theological Seminary, Baylor University, in Waco, Texas. He is the author of several books, including his most recent book, Bearing Witness: What the Church Can Learn from Early Abolitionists (Baker Academic, 2025), which forms the basis of our conversation. Join the Theology in the Raw community for as little as $5/month to get access to premium content.Learn more about your ad choices

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59:40

The Religious History of the Land Now Called...

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/07/03

Dr. Thomas A. Tweed, who did his graduate study at Harvard and Stanford, is the Harold and Martha Welch Professor of American Studies and Professor of History at Notre Dame University. Dr. Tweed served as president of the American Academy of Religion in 2015, the largest learned society for the study of religion. He is the author of many books, including his more recent: Religion in the Lands That Became America: A New History (Yale University Press)Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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6:24

Bonus Q&A (Women In Leadership)

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/07/02

Subscribe to Theology in the Raw on Patreon to instantly unlock this full Bonus Q&A on women in leadership! You’ll also have access to a huge archive of bonus episodes, Extra Innings, and free video content from the Exiles in Babylon archives. Here’s the questions you’ll find when you unlock the full episode!* Are Egalitarian arguments similar to arguments from pro LGBTQ theologians? * 1 Corinthians 12 gives a list of spiritual gifts for church leadership and specifically doesn’t mention sex

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55:37

A Raw Converastion about Women in Ministry: Dr. Sandy...

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/06/30

Dr. Sandra Richter (PhD Harvard) is the Robert H. Gundry Chair of Biblical Studies at Westmont College and, in Sandy's own words: "I'm Preston Sprinkle's best friend." Oh, glory! Sandy is also the author of several books including the incredible The Epic of Eden and an ongoing series of Bible Studies (written and video) called Epic of Eden Bible Study.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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58:39

Is Abortion Ever Morally Permissible? Lila Rose

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/06/26

Lila Rose is an anti-abortion activist who is the founder and president of the anti-abortion organization Live Action and the author of Fighting for Life: Becoming a Force for Change in a Wounded World. She's the host of the Lila Rose Show on YouTube and has engaged in a number of debates over the ethics of abortion. Join the Theology in the Raw community for as little as $5/month to get access to premium content.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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6:24

Are Spiritual Gifts Still for Today? (Bonus Q&A Preview)

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/06/25

Subscribe to Theology in the Raw on Patreon to instantly unlock this full Bonus Q&A, as well as a huge archive of bonus episodes, Extra Innings, and free video content from the Exiles in Babylon archives. Check out all the questions Preston tackled on today’s episode: * What are your thoughts on spiritual gifts, cessationism vs continuationism? * Should Protestants read the deuterocanonical books even if they don't agree they are inspired? * What are your thoughts on Open Theism? * Many

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59:06

What Is the Main Focus of Paul's Letter to the...

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/06/23

Joey is my brotha from another motha. He also has a Ph.D. in New Testament from Aberdeen University, is the Dr. Craig L. Blomberg Endowed Chair of New Testament at Denver Seminary, and is the author of several books and peer reviewed articles. In this conversation, Joey walks us through the four main lenses scholars use to assess the main focus of Romans: Reformational, Apocalyptic, Heilsgeschichte (Salvation-History), and Reading Romans Backwards. To listen to our "extra innings" conversation, head

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69:34

Sex, Procreation, and How Our Bodies Tell God's...

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/06/19

Dr. Christopher West serves as President of the Theology of the Body Institute near Philadelphia and as Professor of Theological Anthropology in its jointly sponsored master’s program with Pontifex University. Christopher is one of the world’s most recognized teachers of John Paul II’s Theology of the Body. He’s written many books including Our Bodies Tell God’s Story: Discovering the Divine Plan for Love, Sex, and Gender. To recieve 20% off of Christopher's book "Our Bodies Tell God's Story," go to

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67:07

Does Archaeology Prove the Trustworthiness of the...

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/06/16

Dr. Todd Bolen is professor of Biblical Studies at The Master's University (my alma mater) and the founder of BiblePlaces.com—one of the most comprehensive pictorial library of biblical sites. Todd was one of my all-time favorite professors in college and was one of my main inspirations for wanting to become a biblical scholar. Join the Theology in the Raw community for as little as $5/month to get access to premium content.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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53:29

Do Christians Need to Go to Church? Jonathan Griffiths

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/06/12

Jonathan Griffiths is pastor of Metropolitan Bible Church in Ottawa, Canada and leads Encounter the Truth, a media ministry that broadcasts on radio and podcasts across the U.S. and Canada. In his recent book, Gathered for Good: God’s Good Design for the Local Church, he addresses the need for in-person gathering with empathy and authority, and encourages believers to commit to their local church community as a way to deepen their spiritual growth. Join the Theology in the Raw community for as

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50:30

You Were Never Meant to Do it All: Dr. Kelly Kapic

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/06/09

Kelly M. Kapic (PhD, King’s College, University of London) is a professor of theological studies at Covenant College in Lookout Mountain, Georgia. He is an author or editor of more than fifteen books, including You’re Only Human, Embodied Hope, which each won a Christianity Today Book of the Year Award, and the recently released You Were Never Meant to Do it All. Join the Theology in the Raw community for as little as $5/month to get access to premium content at patreon.com/theologyintheraw Learn

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64:13

How Did the Apostles Really Die? Dr. Sean McDowell

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/06/05

Dr. Sean McDowell is a professor of Apologetics at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. He has earned two Master's degrees in philosophy and theology and his Ph.D. in Apologetics and Worldview Studies. He is the author, editor, or co-author of more than 20 books including More Than A Carpenter, Chasing Love, End the Stalemate, and The Fate of the Apostles. He is the co-host of the Think Biblically podcast–one of the most popular podcasts on the intersection of faith and culture. At the end

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54:39

Understanding the Nicene Creed for Ministry Today:...

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/06/02

Dr. Glenn Packiam is a pastor, author and practical theologian who currently serves as the lead pastor of Rockharbor Church in Costa Mesa, California. He earned a PhD from Durham University, is an ordained priest with the Anglican Church of North America, and is the author of several books, including The Resilient Pastor, Blessed Broken Given, and the recently released: “What’s a Christian Anyway? Finding our Way in an Age of Confusion and Corruption,” which forms the topic of our conversation. Join

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57:22

How a Skeptical Philosopher Becomes a Christian: Dr....

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/05/29

Dr. Larry Sanger is the co-founder of Wikipedia. Larry received his PhD in philosophy from The Ohio State University and for many years was an intellectual skeptic of Christianity. But earlier this year, he wrote an essay titled: “How a Skeptical Philosopher Becomes a Christian” (Feb 2025), which went viral. Join the Theology in the Raw community for as little as $5/month to get access to premium content at patreon.com/theologyintheraw Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

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63:16

Discipleship, Failed Leadership, and an Insider's...

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/05/26

Dr. Gerry Breshears (Ph.D. Fuller Seminary) is a professor of theology at Western Seminary, a pastor of pastors, elder at Grace Community Church (Gresham, OR), and a happy great-grandfather. To listen to the last part of our conversation about women in leadership, become a Theology in the Raw patron at patreon.com/theologyintherawLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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67:06

A Theology of Disagreement: Dr. Christopher Landau

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/05/22

Dr. Christopher Landau is a former BBC World Service religious affairs correspondent, who left journalism to train as a Church of England Minister. He has a doctorate in Christian Ethics at the University of Oxford on the ethics of disagreement among Christians in the New Testament, later published as 'A Theology of Disagreement'. His latest contribution to debates on sexuality is his newly published Grove Booklet, ‘Compassionate Orthodoxy’ and Sexuality: Seeking Grace and Truth in Disagreement. He

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57:39

How to Learn from Experts and Enemies: Dr. A.J. Swoboda

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/05/19

A.J. Swoboda (Ph.D., Birmingham) is an associate professor of Bible and Theology at Bushnell University and lead mentor for the Doctor of Ministry Program on Spiritual Formation and Soul Care at Friends University. He is the author of many books, including The Gift of Thorns (Zondervan), After Doubt (Brazos), and the recently released: A Teachable Spirit: The Virtue of Learning from Strangers, Enemies, and Absolutely Anyone. He hosts the “Slow Theology” podcast (w/ Dr. Nijay Gupta) and writes the

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91:03

Politics, Tariffs, and How Christians Should Respond...

Theology in the Raw ·

2025/05/15

Skye Jethani is an award-winning author, speaker, and co-host of the Holy Post Podcast. Skye has written more than a dozen books and served as an editor and executive at Christianity Today for more than a decade. His voice has been featured in The New York Times, USA Today, and The Washington Post. To listen to the final 25 min of this episode, where Skye and I debate the question "should Christians vote," go over to patreon.com/theologyintheraw.com to become a member, where you can access this

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