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Theology is Fun

Dr. Corey Abney & Dr. Ben Skaug

What do you get when two theologians walk into a podcast? A lot more fun than you"d expect. Whether you"re a lifelong student of Scripture or just curious about the deeper stuff, Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. Ben Skaug will challenge your thinking, strengthen your faith, and prove once and for all that Theology is Fun.

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33:20

The Armor of God

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2026/02/11

In this episode of Theology Is Fun, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben tackle one of the most misunderstood passages in the Bible: the Armor of God (Ephesians 6). Is Paul describing a Roman soldier—or is he doing something far deeper?We show how the “armor” language is rooted in the Old Testament, especially Isaiah (Isaiah 11, 52, 59), and how the armor ultimately points to Christ as the Divine Warrior King. This isn’t about hype or “running amok” in spiritual warfare—it’s about standing firm in what Jesus has

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32:51

What Does the Bible Say about Women in Church...

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2026/02/04

In this episode of Theology Is Fun, Dr. Ben and Dr. Corey continue the conversation on women in the church—not simply asking what women can’t do, but clarifying what Scripture teaches about the essential, God-given roles women should fulfill in the life and leadership of the local church.Building from the biblical distinction between the priesthood of all believers and the offices of the church, they explain why the New Testament consistently describes two church offices—elder/pastor/overseer and

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39:53

Can Women be Pastors?

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2026/01/28

Can women be pastors—and how should Christians think biblically about leadership in the church?In this episode of Theology Is Fun, Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. Ben Skaug begin a thoughtful, Scripture-driven conversation on one of the most debated issues in the modern church: women serving as pastors and elders.Rather than reacting to cultural pressure or internet arguments, the discussion carefully defines key theological frameworks and traces the issue back to Scripture, creation, and the New

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32:16

The Glory of God Explained

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2026/01/21

What is the glory of God, and why does it matter so much?In this episode of Theology Is Fun, Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. Ben Skaug wrap up a two-part conversation on God’s glory, tracing it from Exodus to the Transfiguration and ultimately to Jesus Christ Himself.The discussion explores:Why God’s glory is a summative term for all His infinite perfectionsHow humanity’s core problem isn’t just sin—but our failure to rightly reflect God’s gloryWhat Moses saw in the cleft of the rock, and why it matters

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35:20

What Moses Saw and What We Miss

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2026/01/14

In this episode of The Theology Is Fun Podcast, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben explore one of the most profound and misunderstood themes in Scripture: the glory of God.The conversation centers on Moses’ request in Exodus 33—“Show me your glory”—and what that moment reveals about who God is and what He chooses to make known. Corey and Ben unpack why God’s relentless focus on His own glory is not egotistical, but good, necessary, and life-giving.Tracing the theme from the burning bush and Mount Sinai into the

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42:24

Venezuelan Pastor Responds to Maduro's Arrest

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2026/01/07

In this episode of Theology is Fun, Dr. Corey is joined by Venezuelan Pastor Jim Contreras for a timely conversation on how the church should respond when the world feels like it’s shaking.With major headlines coming out of Venezuela, including the reported U.S. operation and detention of Nicolás Maduro, Pastor Jim shares a personal perspective from growing up in Venezuela under the Chávez/Maduro-era collapse: water shortages, power outages, food lines, fear, and how it impacted him.But this episode

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33:54

Did Jesus Limit Himself?

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2025/12/31

In this end-of-year episode of The Theology Is Fun Podcast, Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. Ben Skaug take listeners deep into one of the most misunderstood doctrines in Christian theology: the hypostatic union—Jesus Christ as one person with two complete natures, fully God and fully man.The conversation begins with a familiar worship song lyric that sparks theological “angst” and quickly opens into a wide-ranging discussion on the incarnation, the meaning of Philippians 2, and why language matters deeply

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37:32

Is Celebrating Christmas a Bad Thing?

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2025/12/24

In this special Christmas Eve episode of The Theology Is Fun Podcast, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben take on one of the more surprising questions that tends to surface this time of year: Should Christians celebrate Christmas at all? And why do some argue that putting Christ at the center of the holiday actually violates biblical worship?The conversation centers on the Regulative Principle—the belief that worship should only include what Scripture explicitly commands—and why that principle has led some to

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27:48

Christmas is the Answer to Chaos

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2025/12/17

Welcome back to The Theology Is Fun Podcast with Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben!After wrapping up their two-part series on Christmas songs, Corey and Ben turn their attention to a deeper question beneath the season: Why does Christmas matter so much when life feels chaotic?In this episode, the guys walk through Isaiah 7, unpacking the historical crisis facing Judah, the fear gripping King Ahaz, and God’s surprising response to it all. Rather than offering a quick fix or political solution, God gives a

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33:27

Top 5 Christmas Songs: Best & Worst (Part 2)

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2025/12/09

Welcome back to The Theology Is Fun Podcast with Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben!In this lively Christmas episode, the guys continue their two-part exploration of the best and worst theological Christmas songs—and yes, this one may ruffle a few festive feathers.After wishing Mama Lois a very Merry Christmas (as all good theologians should), Corey and Ben jump into the heart of the discussion: What makes a Christmas song theologically rich—or theologically questionable?This week, they reveal their top two

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41:07

Top 5 Christmas Songs: Best & Worst (Part 1)

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2025/12/03

It’s Christmas time on Theology is Fun, and Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben kick off the season with part one of their two-episode special on thebestandworstChristmas songs of all time. From “Joy to the World” to “Silent Night,” they break down what’s theologically rich, what’s historically questionable, and what just gives them the “Thomas Kinkade glow” in all the wrong ways.Along the way, they unpack the incarnation, the virgin birth, the Abrahamic covenant, Genesis 3:15, and why “round yon virgin” has

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33:44

The Hidden Meaning in the Lord’s Prayer

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2025/11/26

In this episode of Theology is Fun, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben continue their walk through the Lord’s Prayer, exploring what it means to call God “Our Father” and to live with full access to Him through Christ. From the torn curtain in the temple to the daily bread God provides, the guys unpack how Jesus teaches us to pray with confidence, humility, and dependence.Along the way, they tackle tough questions about forgiveness, temptation, and whether you can truly forgive someone who hasn’t repented—while

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35:34

How Should We Pray?

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2025/11/19

In this episode of Theology is Fun, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben tackle a surprisingly tricky question: Can our prayers be sinful, and how does a holy God receive the imperfect words of His people? What begins with pencils, beard mishaps, and a few friendly jabs quickly turns into a deep conversation about Christ’s two natures, the mediating work of Jesus and the Spirit, and why the Lord’s Prayer is both a model and a prayer we can pray word for word.The guys break down the meaning of “Our Father,” explore

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36:42

Why Pray if God is Sovereign?

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2025/11/12

In this episode of Theology is Fun, Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. Ben Skaug take on one of the most honest questions in the Christian life: Why does God want us to pour out our hearts to Him, even when some of our prayers are selfish—or even sinful?With their signature mix of humor and depth, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben explore the theology of prayer, showing how it serves as a divine means by which God accomplishes His will in the world. They unpack what it means to pray to an unchanging God, discuss why

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30:22

Is Faith Enough?

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2025/11/05

In this episode of Theology is Fun, Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. Ben Skaug dive into Sola Fide—faith alone—and explore how this foundational truth of the Reformation continues to shape our understanding of salvation today. With their trademark humor and insight, they unpack the tension between grace and human effort, showing why salvation rests fully on faith in Christ, not works, tradition, or religious systems. Along the way, they connect Sola Fide to Sola Gratia (grace alone) and remind us that

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36:06

Reformation Day Rundown

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2025/10/29

It’s the end of October, which means costumes, candy, and… Reformation Day! Join Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben as they rewind the clock to the 1500s to talk about Martin Luther, the famous “nailed it” moment in Wittenberg, and why the Reformation still matters today.In this episode, the guys unpack Sola Scriptura — “Scripture Alone” — the cornerstone of the Reformation and the reason we believe the Bible, not tradition or councils or popes, is our final authority. You’ll hear about indulgences, printing

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35:27

Can People be Demon Possessed?

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2025/10/19

What’s really going on in the unseen world? In this episode of Theology is Fun, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben dive deep into the spiritual realm. They cover angels, demons, and the sovereignty of God over it all. Building on their previous conversation, they unpack Job 1 to reveal how even Satan operates within the limits of God’s authority.The conversation explores key questions:Can demons possess or oppress believers?What does “resisting the devil” really mean?How should Christians think about spiritual

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31:27

Trick or Truth: Halloween, Demons and the Spiritual...

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2025/10/15

Do you think every time a bell rings, an angel gets its wings? Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben kick off a two-part Halloween-themed conversation exploring what the Bible actually says about angels, demons, and the unseen spiritual realm.In this episode, they unpack everything from Elisha’s fiery chariots to Paul’s warnings about principalities and powers, mixing humor (and a few Halloween jokes) with serious theology. You’ll hear stories of real-life encounters with the demonic, a biblical breakdown of

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29:11

The Top 10 Questions about Christianity | Part 2

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2025/10/08

Welcome back to Theology is Fun, where deep theology meets real life with clarity, conviction, and a whole lot of laughs.In this episode, Dr. Ben is joined again by special guest host Brittany Clark (standing in for Dr. Corey) to finish off our top questions young people are searching about Christianity. From the exclusivity of Christ to the existence of evil, morality without God, discovering God's will, and how our identity connects with our faith, we hit them all rapid fire… or at least Ben's

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28:31

The Top 10 Questions about Christianity

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2025/10/01

Welcome back to Theology is Fun , where deep theology meets real life with clarity, conviction, and a whole lot of laughs.In this episode, Dr. Ben is joined by special guest host Brittany Clark (standing in for Dr. Corey) to tackle some of the top questions young people are searching about Christianity. From the exclusivity of Christ to the existence of evil, morality without God, discovering God's will, and how our identity connects with our faith, we hit them all rapid fire… or at least Ben's

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