Cultural Perspectives Episodes

Get ready to question everything—except Jesus. In this episode of Deformed Theology, Jonathan and David sit down with Michael DeShon, a pastor with a wild testimony, deep eschatology takes, and a knack for calling out “bungee-jump theology.” From post-trib rapture debates to Holy Spirit downloads, we explore spiritual warfare, American church culture, and what it means to truly know God. It’s raw, real, and guaranteed to rattle your end-times chart. We dive headfirst into the great rapture deba...

Buckle up for a wild ride through the theological jungle with Deformed Theology! In this episode, hosts Jonathan and David tackle the origin of sin with the enthusiasm of two Sunday school teachers hyped up on coffee and conviction. Expect a scriptural snowball fight, caveman-level questions like "What is sin, anyway?", and enough witty banter to make even an aspiring beat poet jealous ('So I Married An Axe Murderer'... anyone???). From Genesis to Romans, they're diving deep into the fall of man...

In this lighthearted yet theologically rich episode of Deformed Theology, we welcome a truly unique guest—Messianic Rabbi Brian Samuel. Buckle up as we dive into the deep end of Scripture, and explore serious topics without taking ourselves too seriously. Rabbi Brian joins us with a joy-filled heart, a sharp mind, and a story that’s both convicting and hilarious. From his early days as a self-declared “atheist jerk” to his explosive encounter with the Holy Spirit in a bathroom mirror (yes, you ...

In this powerful and laugh-out-loud episode of Deformed Theology, we sit down with Danny and Greg from the up-and-coming Christian metalcore band, No Treaty—the same band behind the viral track “Trumpet.” With authenticity, humility, and plenty of sarcasm, the guys dive deep into what makes No Treaty tick, their musical process, and the theological heartbeat behind their lyrics. Despite being spread across multiple states, No Treaty is redefining what it means to be a band in a post-COVID, remo...

In this conversation, Austin Lind shares his journey from a life without faith to becoming a passionate missionary and leader within YWAM. He discusses the importance of personal relationships in evangelism, the need for the church to engage in discipleship and missions, and the vision behind his ministry, Activate, which aims to bridge the gap between YWAM and local churches. Austin emphasizes the role of prayer, the challenges of engaging local pastors, and the ultimate goal of discipleship: r...

In this episode of Deformed Theology, we welcome Ryan Christopher, Next Gen Director for Northern Missouri, a part of Assemblies of God, for a powerful and candid conversation about the evolving landscape of youth ministry. Ryan brings two decades of experience to the table as he dives deep into the spiritual, emotional, and cultural challenges facing today’s youth; everything from the rise in anxiety and depression to the effects of social media, TikTok theology, and the decline of biblical lit...