Theological Exploration Episodes

Dive into deep discussions on various theological concepts and debates within Christianity, seeking a greater understanding of biblical truths.
Ep. 56: Did the Nephilim Come to America? The Ozarks Evidence Nobody Talks About
June 1, 2026

Ep. 56: Did the Nephilim Come to America? The Ozarks Evidence Nobody …

Nephilim? Giants? Book of Enoch? Fallen Angels? In Missouri?? In 1934, a man named Sterling Price Newberry unearthed a seven-foot skeleton buried in a Missouri mound near the James River — surrounded by seven normal-sized ske...

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Ep. 54: The Alien Deception: What Scripture Reveals About UAPs
May 18, 2026

Ep. 54: The Alien Deception: What Scripture Reveals About UAPs

Are UFOs real? Are aliens demons? With the White House releasing UAP footage and the world buzzing about disclosure, Christians need a biblical framework — not fear. In this episode, Jonathan and David break down what scriptu...

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Ep. 53: Spirit-Filled Post-Hardcore Music: When Heavy Music Meets Deep Theology
May 11, 2026

Ep. 53: Spirit-Filled Post-Hardcore Music: When Heavy Music Meets Dee…

What happens when reformed theology meets heavy music? We sat down with Plead the Widow's Cause — a spirit-filled post-hardcore band — to talk idolatry, Isaiah, and why one Old Testament story might just be the most metal mom...

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Ep. 52: The Unforgivable Sin Explained: Is Rejecting the Holy Spirit the Blasphemy?
May 4, 2026

Ep. 52: The Unforgivable Sin Explained: Is Rejecting the Holy Spirit …

Is there really a sin God won't forgive? In this episode, we dig into Matthew 12:22-32 — the only place Jesus explicitly talks about blasphemy against the Holy Spirit and why it's called unforgivable. We break down exactly wh...

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Ep. 51: Can a Christian 'Lose' Their Salvation? Eternal Security Examined from Scripture
April 27, 2026

Ep. 51: Can a Christian 'Lose' Their Salvation? Eternal Security Exam…

Can a Christian lose their salvation — or are they eternally secure no matter what? In this engaging episode, Jonathan and David tackle one of the most debated doctrines in Christianity: eternal security and OSAS (Once Saved,...

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Ep. 50: Is AI the Antichrist? What the Bible Says About Artificial Intelligence
April 20, 2026

Ep. 50: Is AI the Antichrist? What the Bible Says About Artificial In…

Is AI the Antichrist — or just a tool? Christians need to answer this question now. In this episode of Deformed Theology, we explore the biblical, spiritual, and cultural dimensions of artificial intelligence — and what it me...

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Ep. 48: Cessationism DEBUNKED? The Truth About Speaking in Tongues & Spiritual Gifts
April 6, 2026

Ep. 48: Cessationism DEBUNKED? The Truth About Speaking in Tongues & …

Are spiritual gifts still for the church today — or did they end with the apostles? In this episode, we sit down with Adam Parker to work through 1 Corinthians 12, 13, and 14 in full — and the answer might surprise you. We di...

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Ep. 46: Spiritual Gifts & Church Balance: Continuationism Done Biblically
March 23, 2026

Ep. 46: Spiritual Gifts & Church Balance: Continuationism Done Biblic…

What should spiritual gifts actually look like in the Church today? In Episode 46 of Deformed Theology, we continue our deep dive into spiritual gifts, continuationism, and biblical church order, breaking down what Scripture ...

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Ep. 44: Do Spiritual Gifts Still Exist?: The Bible, the Holy Spirit & the Great Commission
March 9, 2026

Ep. 44: Do Spiritual Gifts Still Exist?: The Bible, the Holy Spirit &…

Do spiritual gifts still exist today? Are miracles, prophecy, healing, and speaking in tongues still active in the church—or did they end with the apostles? In Episode 44 of Deformed Theology, Jonathan and David welcome Adam ...

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Ep. 42: Why Don’t Christians Share the Gospel?: Evangelism, Repentance & the Fear of Rejection
Feb. 23, 2026

Ep. 42: Why Don’t Christians Share the Gospel?: Evangelism, Repentanc…

Why don’t more Christians share the gospel? If we really believe in heaven, hell, salvation, and the saving work of Jesus Christ — why are we so often silent? In this episode of Deformed Theology, Jonathan and David dive deep...

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Ep. 40: Is Power the Measure of Faith? Bethel, Miracles, & Problems w/Modern Charismatic Culture
Feb. 9, 2026

Ep. 40: Is Power the Measure of Faith? Bethel, Miracles, & Problems w…

Is power the true measure of Christian faith — or have we misunderstood what Scripture actually teaches? In this episode of Deformed Theology, we sit down with Adam Parker (Bold Apologia) to examine one of the most pressing q...

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Ep. 39: Does Baptism Save You? Immersion, Salvation, and the Meaning of Baptism Explained
Feb. 2, 2026

Ep. 39: Does Baptism Save You? Immersion, Salvation, and the Meaning …

Does baptism save you? Is water baptism required for salvation, or is it a symbolic act of obedience that follows faith in Christ? In this episode of Deformed Theology, Jonathan and David dive deep into one of the most debate...

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Ep. 38: When Emotions Deform Theology: Faith, Feelings, and the Book of Ruth w/Pastor Matt Truax
Jan. 26, 2026

Ep. 38: When Emotions Deform Theology: Faith, Feelings, and the Book …

When Emotions Deform Theology: Faith, Feelings, and the Book of Ruth is a deep, Scripture-driven conversation on how emotions—when elevated above God’s Word—can subtly reshape, distort, and even deform Christian theology. In ...

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Ep. 33: Women in Ministry, Methodist Theology & Biblical Authority: With Pastor Shannon Greene
Dec. 8, 2025

Ep. 33: Women in Ministry, Methodist Theology & Biblical Authority: W…

In this compelling episode of Deformed Theology, we sit down with Pastor Shannon Greene of the First United Methodist Church for one of our most honest and wide-ranging conversations yet. Together we explore the foundations o...

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Ep. 32: Biblical Marriage Explained: Wives, Submission, & God’s Design for the Home
Dec. 1, 2025

Ep. 32: Biblical Marriage Explained: Wives, Submission, & God’s Desig…

In this episode of ⁠Deformed Theology⁠, we dive deep into one of the most misunderstood, misapplied, and culturally contested topics in the Christian world today: biblical marriage—specifically the role of wives, submission, ...

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Ep. 31: Biblical Masculinity & Godly Husbands: What Scripture Really Says About Leading Your Home
Nov. 24, 2025

Ep. 31: Biblical Masculinity & Godly Husbands: What Scripture Really …

In this episode of Deformed Theology, David and Jonathan dive deep into one of the most misunderstood and misrepresented topics in Christian living: biblical masculinity and what it truly means to be a godly husband. In a cul...

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Ep. 30: What Happens After You Die? Biblical Afterlife — Sheol, Hades, Resurrection & Paradise
Nov. 17, 2025

Ep. 30: What Happens After You Die? Biblical Afterlife — Sheol, Hades…

What really happens after you die? In this episode of Deformed Theology, we take a deep, Scripture-centered dive into one of humanity’s oldest and most mysterious questions: the afterlife. From Sheol and Hades to Abraham’s Bo...

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Ep. 29: (Part 2) On The Holy Spirit: Are The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit Active? W/Pastor Drew Tarwater
Nov. 10, 2025

Ep. 29: (Part 2) On The Holy Spirit: Are The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit…

Are the gifts of the Holy Spirit still active today—or did they end with the apostles? In this episode of Deformed Theology, hosts Jonathan and David sit down once again with Pastor Drew Tarwater of Forefront Church in Denver...

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Ep. 28: Who Is the Holy Spirit? (Part 1) Person, Promise, and Power | Deformed Theology Podcast
Nov. 3, 2025

Ep. 28: Who Is the Holy Spirit? (Part 1) Person, Promise, and Power |…

What does the Bible really say about the Holy Spirit? In this episode of Deformed Theology, David and Jonathan dive deep into the person, presence, and power of the Holy Spirit — not as an abstract force, not as a mystical en...

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Ep. 21: Jehovah’s Witnesses & The False Jesus Problem: Legalism & Why JW Theology Falls Apart
Sept. 15, 2025

Ep. 21: Jehovah’s Witnesses & The False Jesus Problem: Legalism & Why…

Jehovah’s Witnesses say no birthdays, no Christmas, no guns… but is that just quirky legalism, or a full-blown cult? In this episode of Deformed Theology, Jonathan and David dig into the origins, teachings, and contradictions...

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Ep. 20: Mormons EXPOSED: Polygamy, Secret Handshakes & Space Gods
Sept. 8, 2025

Ep. 20: Mormons EXPOSED: Polygamy, Secret Handshakes & Space Gods

What happens when a 14-year-old in the woods claims to see God, finds golden plates nobody else can see, and builds an empire with secret handshakes, polygamy, and space-god theology? You get Mormonism. In this episode of Def...

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Ep. 16: From Sacrifice to Smoke Machines: How Worship Gets Deformed - w/Pastor Ethan Rosenboom
Aug. 11, 2025

Ep. 16: From Sacrifice to Smoke Machines: How Worship Gets Deformed -…

In this thought-provoking episode of Deformed Theology, Jonathan, David, and special guest Pastor Ethan Rosenboom tackle one of the most beloved – and misunderstood – topics in the church: worship. What does the Bible really ...

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Ep. 14: Universalism, NAR-cissism, & the Deforming Charismatic Culture: Hard Truth w/Michael Miller
July 28, 2025

Ep. 14: Universalism, NAR-cissism, & the Deforming Charismatic Cultur…

In this episode of Deformed Theology, we sit down with Michael Miller of The Remnant Radio podcast for one of the most incisive and convicting conversations we've ever recorded. We talk rapture theories, prophetic abuse, and ...

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Ep. 13: Is The N.A.R. Deforming Theology?: Uncovering The New Apostolic Reformation
July 21, 2025

Ep. 13: Is The N.A.R. Deforming Theology?: Uncovering The New Apostol…

Partner with us in ministry: ⁠ https://buymeacoffee.com/deftheopod⁠ Summary: In this episode of Deformed Theology, hosts Jonathan and David explore the New Apostolic Reformation (NAR), discussing its origins, key figures, and...

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