Adam Parker

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Host of the Bold Apologia Podcast

Adam Parker is a pastor and the host of the Bold Apologia Podcast, where he engages biblical theology, culture, and spiritual discernment through a Scripture-first, Christ-centered lens. A theological continuationist, Adam emphasizes careful exegesis, doctrinal clarity, and faithfulness to the authority of God’s Word while remaining open to the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit. He serves in local church ministry and is passionate about equipping believers to think biblically and live faithfully in a confusing world. Adam is happily married to his wife, Laurie, and is the proud father of two daughters, Roselynne and Hope.

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 & Spiritual Gifts

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 dig into one of the most debated passages in all of Scripture: what does Paul actually mean when he says "when the perfect comes"? Is he talking about the completed Bible — or the return of Jesus Christ? And what does love have to do with speaking in tongues and prophecy? In t...
Guest: Adam Parker
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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 & Spiritual Gifts

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 dig into one of the most debated passages in all of Scripture: what does Paul actually mean when he says "when the perfect comes"? Is he talking about the completed Bible — or the return of Jesus Christ? And what does love have to do with speaking in tongues and prophecy? In t...
Guest: Adam Parker
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Ep. 46: Spiritual Gifts & Church Balance: Continuationism Done Biblically
March 23, 2026

Ep. 46: Spiritual Gifts & Church Balance: Continuationism Done Biblically

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 really teaches in 1 Corinthians 12–14. In a world where charismatic culture can feel either chaotic or completely absent, this conversation is all about bringing balance back to the body of Christ. Joined again by Adam from the Bold Apology Podcast ( https://boldapologia.com...
Guest: Adam Parker
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Ep. 46: Spiritual Gifts & Church Balance: Continuationism Done Biblically
March 23, 2026

Ep. 46: Spiritual Gifts & Church Balance: Continuationism Done Biblically

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 really teaches in 1 Corinthians 12–14. In a world where charismatic culture can feel either chaotic or completely absent, this conversation is all about bringing balance back to the body of Christ. Joined again by Adam from the Bold Apology Podcast, we explore the true purpo...
Guest: Adam Parker
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Ep. 44: Do Spiritual Gifts Still Exist?: The Bible, the Holy Spirit & the Great Commission with A...
March 9, 2026

Ep. 44: Do Spiritual Gifts Still Exist?: The Bible, the Holy Spirit & the Great Commission with A...

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 Parker back to continue the conversation on one of the most debated topics in modern Christianity: the gifts of the Holy Spirit.After examining abuses in the charismatic movement in the previous episode, this discussion shifts toward a more foundational question: What should ...
Guest: Adam Parker
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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 & the Great Commission

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 Parker back to continue the conversation on one of the most debated topics in modern Christianity: the gifts of the Holy Spirit. After examining abuses in the charismatic movement in the previous episode, this discussion shifts toward a more foundational question: What shoul...
Guest: Adam Parker
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