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Theology for the Curious

Pete Goulding
Jesus Christ
Reformation
Roman Catholic Church
Sanctification
Judgment
Calvinism
Grace
Original Sin
Church
Universal Reconciliation
Anabaptists
The Mortification Of Sin
Thirty Years' War
John Knox
John Calvin
Luther
God
Israel
Faith
Doubt

Debating theology that makes sense of life and faith. A team of regular people discuss issues of theology, faith and life. Uncovering bible thinking from cutting edge, to conservative, to all things in-between. A lively debate show that gets you thinking, challenging the relevance of God, scripture and faith to today's contemporary outlook.

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What happens to those who never heard the gospel? Is death the final boundary of human response to God, or might there be an opportunity for salvation beyond the grave?

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Few doctrines generate as much discussion, discomfort, and debate as the doctrine of reprobation. In this episode, the Curious team sit down with theologian Peter Sammons, author of ‘Reprobation and... more

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What does it really mean to be free? If God is sovereign over all things, are our choices genuinely ours? And if human beings are unable to choose God apart from divine grace, how can they be held r... more

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What do we do with a world that feels so full of beauty… and yet so marked by brokenness? In this episode of the Curious team sit down with Dr. James Anderson to explore one of the deepest and most ... more

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James Anderson
Professor of Theology and Philosophy
Reformed Theological Seminary, Charlotte, North Carolina
Episode: Ep.169 - WHAT? God is The Author of Evil? Are you having a laugh! w/ Prof. James Anderson
Michael Barber
Professor, Catholic theologian
Professor at a Catholic institution
Episode: Ep.168 - WHAT? Roman Catholicism Believes in Salvation by Grace? Are you having a laugh! (Part 2) w/prof. Michael Barber
Hans Madueme
Professor of Theology, author
Covenant College
Episode: Ep.166 - WHAT? There’s No Such Thing as Original Sin? Are you having a laugh! w / Prof. Hans Madueme
Bekah Legg
CEO of Restored, Christian charity focusing on violence against women and church abuse prevention
Restored
Episode: Ep.165 - WHAT? Women Submit to Men? Are you having a laugh! w / Bekah Legg
Brandan Robertson
Preacher, pastor, writer, theologian known for queer Christian perspectives
Independent theologian/author
Episode: Ep.164 - WHAT? Queer People Won’t Be in Heaven? Are you having a laugh! w / Brandan Robertson
Tom Schreiner
Professor of biblical theology and New Testament scholar
Southern Baptist Theological Seminary
Episode: Ep.163 - WHAT? Calvinism isn't Biblical? Are you having a laugh! (Part 2) w / Prof. Tom Schreiner
Curt Parton
American Christian author, pastor, speaker
The Orchard / Christian Universalism advocate
Episode: Ep.158 - WHAT? No one’s going to Hell? Are you having a laugh! (Part 1) w / Curt Parton
Stephen Wellum
Professor and author; guest on Christ Alone discussion
Southern Seminary (as discussed)
Episode: Ep.157 - WHAT? Jesus is one of many ways? Are you having a laugh! w/ prof. Stephen Wellum
Jack Collins
Professor of biblical studies, author
Covenant Theological Seminary (St. Louis)
Episode: Ep.156 - WHAT? Adam’s not real? Are you having a laugh! w/ prof. Jack Collins

Hosts

Pete Golding
Host of Theology for the Curious; engages in civil, exploratory theology discussions.
Brian Turner
Co-host on Theology for the Curious; co-leads discussions with a focus on reasoning and nuance.
Sarah McKinney
Host who participates in discussions; often helps steer conversations toward practical application.
Nigel Byrne
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5.0 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Great listen

    Great podcast which gives an insight to different views and very informative, worth a listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A.Suggett
    United Kingdom3 years ago
  • Theology for the curious

    This podcast is so insightful and super interesting! I 100% recommend a listen whether you’re new to theology or not, it really got me thinking.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eden goulding
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Great balance of insight and accessibility; invites diverse views
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Thought-provoking guests that challenge common assumptions

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Ep.138 - Contrast and Comparisons: The Gospel of ‘Me’ or ‘We’ w/ Lisa Sharon Harper
Q: How does Shalom shift the traditional understanding of the Good News?
Shalom broadens the Good News from personal salvation to a holistic, relational wellness that includes justice, community flourishing, and accountability for systems that harm people.
Ep.147 - I Was Just Wondering? - What Did God Do Before He Created? w/ Alan Padgett
Q: How does God sustain the universe without making everything happen the same way?
God sustains the whole universe and its laws as a necessary power, but this sustenance does not equate to God deterministically causing every event; creation and freedom remain real within divine providence.
Ep.147 - I Was Just Wondering? - What Did God Do Before He Created? w/ Alan Padgett
Q: What was God doing before he created?
God was living and in eternal rest, existing in an eternal, blessed rest prior to creation, with the first act of creation being the declaration Let there be light.
Ep.144 - Contrast and Comparisons: Queer or Christian w/ Jonathan Tallon
Q: How should churches navigate changing social norms around marriage and sexuality?
The recommendation is to discern the most loving course of action through communal study, pastoral care, and courageous conversation that includes LGBTQI+ voices, rather than clinging to rigid dogma; love should guide decisions.
Ep.144 - Contrast and Comparisons: Queer or Christian w/ Jonathan Tallon
Q: Why is there not a clear canonical reference to a same-sex, monogamous relationship in scripture?
Jonathan explains it is largely due to historical context—public discussion of such relationships did not exist in the ancient world, and the biblical writers addressed issues within the social realities they faced, often focusing on power dynamics and idolatry rather than modern conceptions of loving, committed same-sex partnerships.

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2. Michael Barber
3. Hans Madueme
4. Bekah Legg
5. Brandan Robertson
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7. Curt Parton
8. Stephen Wellum

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