theology

#784 - Still a Christian: A Conversation with Justin Brierley

Justin Brierley is the host of the very popular radio show (and podcast) Unbelievable. He’s interviewed many scholars, theologians, apologists, and atheists. He’s also hosted many debates between Christians and non-Christians--and he’s still a Christian. In this show, Preston and Justin talk about Christianity, defending the fact, the best arguments against Christianity, the problem of evil, atheism, and many other things related to Justin’s very interesting space in Christianity.

#784 - Still a Christian: A Conversation with Justin Brierley

Old Testament in the Raw Week 6: Genesis 12-22

This week in OT in the Raw, Preston discusses the Abrahamic Covenant and how it relates to the gospel, Abraham’s fragile faith, the weird covenant ceremony of Genesis 15, and the startling incident of Genesis 22--“go kill your son.

Old Testament in the Raw Week 6: Genesis 12-22

Old Testament in the Raw Week 5: Genesis 6-9

This week, we dive into the flood of Genesis 6-9, God’s covenant with Noah, the shady stuff that went on with Noah and his son Ham, and God’s promised seed of redemption named Abram.

Old Testament in the Raw Week 5: Genesis 6-9

Old Testament in the Raw Week 4: Genesis 3:15

This week in OT in the Raw, we continue looking at the fall in Genesis 3, God’s promise of redemption in 3:15, how this promise works itself out through genealogical lines, the story of Cain and Able, and other figures like Lamech, Enoch, and Noah. Oh, and we also talk about angels having sex with women to make huge giants.

Old Testament in the Raw Week 4: Genesis 3:15

Old Testament in the Raw Week 3: Genesis 2-3

This week in Old Testament in the Raw (formerly known as OT Dive), Preston and his class dive into Genesis 2-3. We begin by looking at all the ways that Genesis 2 emphasizing the intimacy or imminence of God. Then we discuss the location and theological significance of the garden of Eden. Finally, we look at the Fall of Adam and Even and some relevant aspects of their sin that we can use to consider our own “fall into sin” that happens all the time.

Old Testament in the Raw Week 3: Genesis 2-3

#762 - Faith for Exiles: David Kinnaman

As the president and owner of The Barna Group, David has been analyzing data about Christianity in America for more than 20 years. Despite being a terrible bird hunter, David is one of the most important and relevant Christian analysts in America today. His most recent book Faith for Exiles helps Christians think through how to best disciple the next generation of Christians in our post-Christian, post-internet culture.

#762 - Faith for Exiles: David Kinnaman

#724 - Nonviolence, Hell, and Sexuality: A Conversation with Brandon Smith

On episode #724 of Theology in the Raw Preston has a conversation with Brandon Smith. Brandon is a writer, pastor, professor, and podcaster. His new podcast Church Grammar is now available on iTunes.

#724 - Nonviolence, Hell, and Sexuality: A Conversation with Brandon Smith

#689 - Why We Should Study the Background of the New Testament

On episode #689 Preston gives you a teaser of what is inside his Patreon membership. This teaser includes a clip where Preston talks about the value of understanding the history of the New Testament.

#689 - Why We Should Study the Background of the New Testament

#602 - Skye Jethani - "What's Wrong with Religion?"

Today Preston is talking to Skye Jethani. For many, Skye is known as the co-host of the Phil Vischer Podcast. He is also a "thought leader", pastor, and an author of the book What's Wrong with Religion?

Preston are talking about (C)church. What is the model of the church today and how is that going to change in the future? How has technology impacted the way we "do" church and how we need to "do" church? 

You can buy and learn more about Skye's book at whatswrongwithreligion.com

You can follow Skye on Twitter @SkyeJethani

#602 - Skye Jethani - "What's Wrong with Religion?"

#594 - A Conversation with My LGBT Friends: Part 3

Today Preston is talking with Nate Collins. Nate Collins is in Gay in his orientation but is also in a committed, mixed orientation marriage. 

Nate is also the author of a soon to be released book titled All But Invisible: Exploring Identity Questions at the Intersection of Faith, Gender, and Sexuality. What does it mean to be gay ... and a Christian? Beginning with how the Bible describes sex and gender in Genesis 1-2, Nate provides a theological framework for conceptualizing gender identity.

#594 - A Conversation with My LGBT Friends: Part 3