Theology in the Raw

#699 - A Conversation with Austin Fischer

On episode #697 of Theology in the Raw Preston has a conversation with Austin Fischer. Austin is the Teaching Pastor at Vista Community Church. His first book –Young, Restless, No Longer Reformed- was published in January 2014. He writes and speaks and you can follow him on Twitter @austintfischer. Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle Instagram | @preston.sprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy ...

#698 - Church membership, coming out, and why the Bible is so complicated

On episode #698 Preston gives you a teaser of what is inside his Patreon membership. This teaser includes a clip of Preston responding to questions giving by his Patreon supporters. To support Theology in the Raw for as little as $5/month and access this (and other) Patreon-only podcast(s), go to https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle Instagram | @preston.sprinkle Check out his we...

#697 - A Conversation with Jennie Allen

On episode #697 of Theology in the Raw Preston has a conversation with Jennie Allen. Jennie is the Co-Founder and President of the IF Gathering and an author of several books. You can check out her Bible studies, books and blog on her website. Follow Jennie on Twitter. Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle Instagram | @preston.sprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leav...

#696 - A Conversation with Derwin Gray

On episode #696 of Theology in the Raw Preston has a conversation with Derwin Gray. Derwin is the author of Hero: Unleashing God’s Power in a Man’s Heart (2010), Limitless Life: You Are More Than Your Past When God Holds Your Future (2013), Crazy Grace for Crazy Times Bible Study (2015), and The High-Definition Leader (2015). Follow Derwin on Twitter. Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle Instagram | @preston.sprinkle Ch...

#695 - Is Joel Houston a heretic? Thoughts on "Christian" music and is divorce kind of like gay marriage?

On episode #695 Preston gives you a teaser of what is inside his Patreon membership. This teaser includes a clip where Preston talks about comments Joel Houston about evolution. To support Theology in the Raw for as little as $5/month and access this (and other) Patreon-only podcast(s), go to https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle Instagram | @preston.sprinkle Check out his websit...

#694 - A Conversation with Ed Uszynski

On episode #692 of Theology in the Raw Preston has a conversation with Ed Uszynski. Ed Uszynski (PhD, Bowling Green State University) has been working with collegiate and professional athletes in various roles with Athletes in Action since 1992. Currently he serves as Executive Editor and Senior Writer for the AIA website, while also speaking nationally to college students, churches, and men’s groups on biblical Christianity. Follow Ed on Twitter. Support Preston Support Preston by going ...

#693 - Is There Such A Thing As White European Theology?

On episode #693 Preston gives you a teaser of what is inside his Patreon membership. This teaser includes a clip where Preston talks with [Rev’d Dr.] Glenn Packiam about White European Theology. To support Theology in the Raw for as little as $5/month and access this (and other) Patreon-only podcast(s), go to https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle Instagram | @preston.sprinkle Che...

#692 - A Conversation with Scott Sauls

On episode #692 of Theology in the Raw Preston has a conversation with Scott Sauls. Scott serves as Senior Pastor of Christ Presbyterian Church in Nashville, Tennessee, where he lives with his wife Patti and two daughters. Scott has authored four books: Jesus Outside the Lines, Befriend, From Weakness to Strength, and Irresistible Faith. Scott also blogs weekly on this website and is active on social media. Follow Scott on Twitter and Instagram. Support Preston Support Preston by going to ...

#691 - A Conversation with Sam Allberry

On episode #691 of Theology in the Raw Preston has a conversation with Sam Allberry. Sam Allberry is an editor for The Gospel Coalition, a global speaker for Ravi Zacharias International Ministries, and a pastor based in Maidenhead, UK. He is the author of a number of books, including Is God Anti-Gay? (Good Book, 2013). He is a founding editor of Living Out, a ministry for those struggling with same-sex attraction. You can follow him on Twitter. Support Preston Support Preston by going to ...

#690 - A Conversation with Karen Swallow Prior

On episode #690 of Theology in the Raw Preston talks with Karen Swallow Prior. Karen is a Professor of English at Liberty University. She writes frequently on literature, culture, ethics, and ideas. You can follow Karen on Twitter and order her new book On Reading Well on her website. Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle Instagram | @preston.sprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, b...

#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. To support Theology in the Raw for as little as $5/month and access this (and other) Patreon-only podcast(s), go to https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle Instagram | @preston.sprinkle...

#688 - Friendship & Theological Disagreements, Why is Gay Sex Sinful, and much more.

On episode #688 of Theology in the Raw Preston answers questions submitted by Pateron supporters. Questions covered on the show included: 1) Do you watch Queer Eye on NetFlix? 2) How do you maintain a friendship when there are theological disagreements? 3) Do the stories of the prodigal son, the woman at the well, the woman caught in adultery, and the prostitute affirm a belief in universalism? 4) What is a book that you would like to see written that you will not write yourself? 5) What ar...

#687 - Can Women Serve in Positions of Leadership

On episode #687 Preston gives you a teaser of what is inside his Patreon membership. This teaser includes a clip where Preston shares his thoughts on women serving in positions of leadership in a local church context. To support Theology in the Raw for as little as $5/month and access this (and other) Patreon-only podcast(s), go to https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle Instagram |...

#686 - A Conversation with Evan Wickham

On episode #686 of Theology in the Raw Preston talks with Evan Wickham. Evan is a singer-songwriter, pastor, and church planter. You can follow Evan on Twitter and his Facebook page. Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle Instagram | @preston.sprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

#685 - More Thoughts on the Revoice Controversy

On episode #685 of Theology in the Raw Preston talks about his experience at the 2018 Revoice Conference and some of the controversy surrounding the event. Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle Instagram | @preston.sprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

#684 - Revoice Conference Controversy

On episode #684 Preston gives you a teaser of what is inside his Patreon membership. This teaser includes a clip where Preston talks about some of the controversy surrounding the Revoice conference. To support Theology in the Raw for as little as $5/month and access this (and other) Patreon-only podcast(s), go to https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle Instagram | @preston.sprinkle ...

#683 - Short term mission trips, violence in the OT, and much more

On episode #683 of Theology in the Raw Preston answers questions submitted by Pateron supports. Questions covered on the show included: 1) How effective are short-term mission trips? 2) Did God command violence in the Old Testament? 3) Do people who don’t hear the Gospel go to hell? 4) Should Pastors officiate a gay wedding?

#682 - Does Jordan Peterson believe that Jesus is God?

On episode #682 Preston gives you a teaser of what is inside his Patreon membership. This teaser includes a clip from a question Preston received about an answer Jordan Peterson gave to a question about Jesus.

#681 - Does Jesus prohibit masturbation? Are there degrees of punishment in hell? How to deal with doubt and a pornography addition? Why do Christians drink if John the Baptist wasn’t allowed to?

Questions covered on the show include: 1) Does Jesus prohibit masturbation? 2) Are there degrees of punishment in hell? 3) How to deal with doubt and a pornographic addition? 4) Why do Christians drink if John the Baptist wasn’t allowed to?

#680 - Books I am Currently Reading

On episode #680 of Theology in the Raw Preston talks about some books he is currently reading. Below you will find a list of the books talked about on the podcast. Why Gender Matters (2nd Edition) by Leonard Sax Love Thy Body: Answering Hard Questions about Life and Sexuality by Nancy Pearcey The Bible and the Transgender Experience: How Scripture Supports Gender Variance by Linda Herzer I Promised Not to Tell: Raising a Transgender Child by Cheryl B Evans Beyond a Binary God: A Theology fo...

#679 - A Conversation with Brian Zahnd

On episode #679 Preston has a conversation with Brian Zahnd. Brian is the founder and lead pastor of Word of Life Church, a non-denominational Christian congregation in Saint Joseph, Missouri. Brian and his wife, Peri, founded the church in 1981. Brian is also the author of several books, including, Sinners in the Hands of a Loving God, Water to Wine, A Farewell To Mars, Beauty Will Save the World, and Unconditional?: The Call of Jesus to Radical Forgiveness. You can follow Brian on Twitter:...

#678 - Can a married gay couple be included in your church? Why Christians don't need to be pro-Israel, and why William Lane Craig is terribly wrong in his view of hell.

On episode #678 of Theology in the Raw Preston answers questions submitted by listeners. Questions covered on the show included: 1) Can a married gay couple be included in your church? 2) Why Christians don't need to be pro-Israel. 3) Why William Lane Craig is terribly wrong in his view of hell. Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Twitter | @PrestonSprinkle Instagram | @preston.sprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy th...

#677 - A Conversation with Jon Tyson

On episode #677 Preston has a conversation with Jon Tyson. Jon is the Lead Pastor of Church of the City in New York. You can follow Jon on twitter @JonTyson and learn more about his church by visiting their website found here.

#676 - A Conversation with Tim Mackie

On episode 676 Preston has a conversation with Tim Mackie. Tim is a creative writer and director for The Bible Project and an adjunct professor of Old Testament at Western Seminary, both in Portland, Oregon. Learn more about Tim here.

#675 - Questions and Answers

On episode #675 of Theology in the Raw Preston answers questions submitted by listeners. Questions covered on the show included: 1) How does one who believes in non-violence deal with the very violent themes in the Psalms? 2) How do I talk to a youth group member who is gay-affirming? 3) What are your thoughts on Pope Francis’ response to a distraught boy? 4) What are the foundations of the faith and is Calvinism one of them?

Patreon Diamond Podcast Teaser

On episode #674 Preston gives you a teaser of what is inside the Diamond level Patreon supporters podcast. In this clip he talks about what books he is reading right now.

Patreon Only Podcast Teaser

To support Theology in the Raw for as little as $5/month and access this (and other) Patreon-only podcast(s), go to https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

#672 - June Questions and Answers

On episode #672 of Theology in the Raw Preston answers questions submitted by listeners. Questions covered on the show included: 1) Does the scientific theory of relativity refute Calvinism? 2) What principles is Paul teaching the church in 1 Corinthians 11:1-16? 3) Is a house church better for fostering biblical literacy? 4) Questions about annihilation and ETC. Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle Chec...

#671 - A Conversation with Jonathan Merritt

On episode 671 Preston has a conversation with Jonathan Merrit. Jonathan has published more than 3000 articles in respected outlets such as The New York Times, USA Today, Buzzfeed, The Washington Post and Christianity Today. Learn more about Jonathan here, and follow Jonathan on Twitter.

#670 - Love Your Enemies

This is a sermon that I preached at Park Hill Church in San Diego, CA. The text of the message was Matthew 5:38-48. The title: Love Your Enemies.

#649 - Teaser Episode: Jordan Peterson...and parenting

In this Patreon-only episode, I discuss some pros and cons about Jordan Peterson and some completely unrelated thoughts on parenting. To support Theology in the Raw and access this full-length episode--and many others like it--please visit: https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw 

#648 - LIVE! from the Rethinking Hell Conference with Chris Date

Find out more about Rethinking Hell on their website, conference site, and Facebook page. Also follow Rethinking Hell on Twitter. Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

#647 - Patreon Teaser Minisode

Should Christians have anal sex? Does 1 Timothy 2 forbid women from teaching men? What are my most controversial theological views that I’m afraid to share? And much, much more on this month's patreon-only podcast. To support Theology in the Raw for as little as $5/month and access this (and other) Patreon-only podcast(s), go to https://www.patreon.com/theologyintheraw Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle C...

#646 - A Conversation With David Bennett, author of A War of Loves

Learn more about David here, find David's new book available for preorder, and follow him on Twitter. Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

#645 - A Conversation with Lisa Bevere

Follow Lisa on Twitter, learn more about Messenger International, and check out Lisa's new book "Adamant". Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

#644 - Evangelical Conversion to Catholicism, The Pope's View on Hell, and the Divinely Inspired Bible

What do I think about evangelicals converting to Catholicism? My thoughts on Pope Francis's new view of hell. And, what makes the Bible uniquely inspired? Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

#643 - Banning Liebscher of Bethel Church: Author, Revivalist, and Church Planter

Find Banning on Twitter and his books here. Find out more about Jesus Culture. Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

#642 - Pre-marriage Intimacy, Nonviolence and Israel, and Afterlife in the Old Testament

How intimate can a non-married couple be? Nonviolence and Israel's conquest, is that a thing? Where do Old Testament believers and unbelievers go after they die?

#641 - Christ and the Eucharist, Falling Away and Salvation, and Challenging the Male and Female Binary

What is Christ's role in the Eucharist? Do Christians who fall away lose their salvation? Do intersex persons challenge the male and female binary?

#640 - Revoice Conference and Faith, Sexuality, and Gender with Dr. Nate Collins

#639 - Christ or the Bible, Christians in Politics, and the Parkland Shooting

Should we follow Christ or the Bible? Should Christians be in politics? My thoughts on the Parkland shooting. And, what do I think of Pete Enns's recent interview with Jen Hatmaker?  Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

#638 - Gender Expression, Church Membership & Discipline, and Salvation of the Mentally Disabled

Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

#637 - Theological Diversity in Church Leadership, Child Baptism, and Revisiting Annihilationism

Should church leadership be theologically diverse? Would you baptize the children of a gay couple? And, why did Jesus seem to talk about eternal conscious torment if annihilation is correct? Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.

#636 - A. J. Swoboda - Taking Rest Very Seriously

Today on the Podcast Preston is talking with A. J. Swoboda, Preston's favorite Christian authors.  Today AJ and Preston are talking about his new book "Subversive Sabbath". Why should we rest? Why was "honoring the Sabbath" part of the 10 Commandments? How do we take a rest in today's non-stop world?  Check out AJ's book at and learn more about AJ at ajswoboda.com. Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle Check...

#635 - A Joint Catacomb in the Raw - Josh Stump and Jay Newman

Today on Theology in the Raw Preston is talking with Joshua Stump and Jay Newman for a joint Catacomb and TITR Podcast. Today they are talking all about church. Why do we go to church? What should church look like? What is Preston doing now that tries to "do" church a little differently?   You can hear more from Josh and Jay on the Catacomb Podcast.  Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle Check out his websit...

#634 - Chris Date Part 2 - Critique on Stand to Reason's Article "Hell Interrupted"

Today on the podcast Preston is talking with Chris Date again from the Rethinking Hell podcast.  Preston and Chris are taking this episode to address arguments against the Conditionalist's view of hell raised by Stand to Reason's Greg Koukl and Tim Barnett. The arguments Preston and Chris are addressing are from Part 1 and Part 2 of "Hell Interrupted".  Chris is the a host and contributor of the Rethinking Hell Podcast and Blog. Chris seeks to take the Bible seriously and promote rigorous...

#633 - Christian Universalist and Church Leadership - How To Do Benevolence Well

Check out where Preston is speaking at prestonsprinkle.com/schedule and centerforfaith.com/programs. Does being a Christian Universalist disqualify you from pastoral leadership? We want diversity in the Church - how about diversity in ability? Does welcoming people with disabilities make the church too messy?  The Bible definitely talks about church discipline. However, how do we properly administer church discipline? How do we do Benevolence well? Should we continue to give that homeles...

#632 - Chris Date - Conditional Immortality, Terminal Punishment and Annihilation

The Rethinking Hell Conference is taking place March 9–10, at The Heights Baptist Church in Richardson, Texas. Preston will be there with Chris doing a podcast live! You can find out more at rethinkinghellconference.com. Preston and Chris are diving into the topic of Annihilation or Conditional Immortality. Why call it Conditional Immortality rather than Annihilation? What biblical support is there for Conditionalism? When did Chris stop looking at the Bible and determine to base his theol...

#631 - Bruxy Cavey - Church Membership, Nonviolence and Hell

Do we need to have church membership? Who can be a "member" of the church? Should a Christian hold to nonviolence? Should a Christian serve in the military? What does Bruxy think about the Eternal Conscious Torment view of hell? Is Bruxy one of the Annihilationist too? You can learn more about Bruxy at bruxy.com. You can also learn about The Meeting House at themeetinghouse.com. The song at the end is from the Gladiator soundtrack called "Now We Are Free". Support Preston Support Presto...

#630 - What is Church? - Part 6 - Being Theologically Orthodox and Generous

Value 8 -  Being Theologically Orthodox and Theologically Generous Support Preston Support Preston by going to patreon.com Connect with Preston Follow him on Twitter @PrestonSprinkle Check out his website prestonsprinkle.com If you enjoy the podcast, be sure to leave a review.