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Theology Central explores Scripture, theology, church history, and culture through in-depth study and open-ended discussion. Follow the questions, challenges, and careful investigation—and examine even the assumptions you hold most deeply.

Latest Episodes

Nov. 12, 2026

Transformed Through Prayer?

Does prayer actually transform us? A Charles Stanley devotional claims that the more we pray, the more transformed we become. But does Scripture really teach this? We examine Psalm 18, explore what the Bible actually says about prayer and spiritual transformation, and challenge some common assumptions about the Christian life.

THEOLOGY CENTRAL
A continuing journey through Scripture, theology, and the questions that challenge what we believe. Theology Central is an independent podcast devoted to
Nov. 12, 2026

Fear in the Twilight Zone

A late-night bowl of Rice Krispies and a classic Twilight Zone episode lead to an unexpected exploration of fear, reality, biblical interpretation, and the comfort found in the finished work of Christ.

THEOLOGY CENTRAL
A continuing journey through Scripture, theology, and the questions that challenge what we believe. Theology Central is an independent podcast devoted to biblical examination, theological discussion, and critical analysis. Episodes reflect an ongoing journey of studying Scripture
Nov. 11, 2026

Sermons 3.2.4 App Update

I take a look at the new SermonAudio App update!

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A continuing journey through Scripture, theology, and the questions that challenge what we believe. Theology Central is an independent podcast devoted to biblical examination, theological discussion, and critical analysis. Episodes reflect an ongoing journey of studying Scripture, testing interpretations, challenging assumptions, and seeking greater biblical understanding.

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Nov. 11, 2026

Thirty Years of Fear

After 30 years of struggling with the assurance of salvation, a listener writes a heartbreaking email about fear, doubt, and the terror of dying. Can anyone truly know they are saved? A deeply personal examination of assurance, imputed righteousness, and the finished work of Jesus Christ—and why our hope must rest in Him rather than ourselves.

THEOLOGY CENTRAL
A continuing journey through Scripture, theology, and the questions that challenge what we believe. Theology Central is an independent p
Nov. 11, 2026

The Same Sermon 206 Times Pt 2

In 1984, evangelist Harold Clayton announced he was preaching the same sermon for the 206th recorded time. But what happens when a sermon is repeated for decades without its interpretation being adequately challenged? We examine the dangers of recycled preaching, rehearsed performances, theological stagnation, and the mishandling of Joshua 6. Is preaching about perfecting a presentation or faithfully interpreting Scripture?

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A continuing journey through Scripture, theology, and
Nov. 10, 2026

The Same Sermon 206 Times?

In 1984, evangelist Harold Clayton announced he was preaching the same sermon for the 206th recorded time. But what happens when a sermon is repeated for decades without its interpretation being adequately challenged? We examine the dangers of recycled preaching, rehearsed performances, theological stagnation, and the mishandling of Joshua 6. Is preaching about perfecting a presentation or faithfully interpreting Scripture?

THEOLOGY CENTRAL
A continuing journey through Scripture, theology, and

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Nov. 13, 2026

You See AI. You Don’t See Me.

If you have been following Theology Central over the last several days, you may have noticed something: there have been a lot of articles. A LOT of articles.
Some of you may be wondering what is going on. Some may be wondering how I am producing so…
Nov. 13, 2026

Saved by Grace, Judged by Transformation

There are moments when I listen to a sermon and genuinely wonder how we arrived at this point in Christianity. How did people who claim to believe in salvation by grace alone, through faith alone, in Christ alone, end up preaching a message that sou…