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Theology in the Raw

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Helping believers think Christianly about theological and cultural issues by engaging in curious conversations with a diverse range of thoughtful people.

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Colleen Ramser is an EMDR-certified licensed professional counselor (LPC) who specializes in trauma, particularly the effects of spiritual abuse, domestic abuse, and complex trauma. She’s a survivor of spiritual trauma, which she talks about in the s... more

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Max Lucado is a pastor with decades of ministry experience and one of the most bestselling Christian authors of all time, who’s written more than 40 books that have sold around 150 million copies and have been translated in 56 languages. His latest b... more

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Be sure to check out our “Extra Innings” conversation where we discuss what the Old Testament actually says about sex outside of marriage. Surprisingly, there’s no explicit verse in the OT that forbids it. To listen to the full conversation, become a... more

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Recent Guests

Sandra Glahn
Professor and author, Dallas Theological Seminary
Dallas Theological Seminary
Episode: Faithful and Courageous Women in the Bible: Dr. Sandra Glahn
Max Lucado
Pastor and bestselling author
Oak Hills Church (San Antonio)
Episode: Engaging the Race Conversation and Lessons from Elijah for our Chaotic World: Max Lucado
Dr. Drew Johnson
Old Testament scholar
Templeton Senior Research Fellow; Director of the Abrahamic Theistic Origins Project at Wycliffe Hall, University of Oxford; visiting Professor of Religion at Hope College
Episode: Is the Old Testament Law Filled with Punishment, Legalism, and Arbitrary Rules? Dr. Dru Johnson
Dr. Alison Cook
Therapist, psychologist of religion, best-selling author, host of The Best of You podcast
Author of The Secure Soul; clinician and speaker
Episode: How Attachment Theory Helps Us Understand Ourselves: Dr. Alison Cook
Daniel Bannoura
Palestinian theologian and director of public engagement at the Bethlehem Institute for Peace and Justice
Bethlehem Institute for Peace and Justice
Episode: Christian Zionism, Gaza, and the Cost of Silence: Dr. Daniel Bannoura
Dr. Zachary Wagner
Author, ordained minister, and New Testament scholar
Oxford University (doctorate in New Testament); author of Men of Virtue and Non-Toxic Masculinity
Episode: Dr. Zach Wagner: What Is Biblical Masculinity? Part 2
Dr. Seth Troutt
Teaching pastor; author of Authentic Masculinity
Ironwood Church, Covenant Theological Seminary
Episode: Seth Troutt: What Is Biblical Masculinity? Part 1
Janice Rosser Allen
CEO and President of International Cooperating Ministries (ICM)
International Cooperating Ministries (ICM)
Episode: Partnering with Indigenous Leaders in Global Missions: Janice Allen
O. Alan Noble
Professor of English at Oklahoma Baptist University; author of To Live Well
Oklahoma Baptist University
Episode: Living Well in a Chaotic World: Dr. Alan Noble

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Preston Sprinkle
Host of Theology in the Raw

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 2.8k ratings
  • Disappointed

    When I saw that you interviewed Matt Chandler on your podcast, it gave me concern. But I’ve been listening to TITR for a number of years, have listened to you respectively challenge guests, so I listened. I hoped you would be objective and challenge the parts of “his story” that still don’t make sense. Sadly, I think you let friendship cloud your conversations with him.

    I ask you to remember when Pastors, men of God, who are in a position of power, stand in the place of Christ over a church, ... more

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    Sue1010
    United States3 months ago
  • Undisciplined

    He gabs and blabs like a teenager. Not serious. Waste of time. Focus. Have something to say. Say it. End the episode.

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    chubby baker
    United States4 months ago
  • Openly Anti-Trans and now openly promoting Republicans.

    An active liar who promotes Christian supremacy. Like most Christians he uses “non main stream media” without citation to prove his points. Everyone is wrong except for himself.

    Platforms anti trans speakers who expands the scope of hatred to any who use contraception.

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    Jason Stein
    Canada5 months ago
  • Great content to reorient your belief of Jesus

    Preston brings on incredible guests to challenge the status quo in a world that has lost its identity in Christ.

    In one of the recent episodes with Dr. Mark Moore, it’s quite intriguing to hear Dr. Moore call out the idolatry of Christian Nationalism while simultaneously the head pastor at his church has been recently seen with Josh Howerton who has sadly shifted a lot of his rhetoric towards a more nationalistic view.

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    Hokiefan0105
    United States5 months ago
  • Best theology pod

    Love all the various opinions represented and the promotion of critical thinking!

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    Bdevires
    United States7 months ago

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Thoughtful, challenging conversations attract listeners who value intellectual honesty and humility.

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Faithful and Courageous Women in the Bible: Dr. Sandra Glahn
Q: So set the stage, Exodus 1-4, who are these two women, why are they important?
Puah and Shiphrah are the unnamed midwives whose refusal to kill Hebrew male infants disrupts Pharaoh's plan, saving countless lives and catalyzing God's redemptive plan for Israel; their actions are framed as righteous defiance within a patriarchal system, highlighting the narrator's emphasis on faithful courage from women.
Dr. Zach Wagner: What Is Biblical Masculinity? Part 2
Q: What does biblical masculinity look like in a post-industrial world where traditional male roles are changing?
True masculinity is redefined as Christian virtue lived out in embodied male life, with strength oriented toward service, sacrifice, protection of the vulnerable, and leadership that serves rather than dominates; the is/ought tension is central to the discussion.
Dr. Zach Wagner: What Is Biblical Masculinity? Part 2
Q: Should culture be dismissed as merely cultural when it comes to gender roles, or can it be redirected toward virtue?
Culture should not be dismissed outright; it can be reinterpreted and harmonized with biblical ethics to honor and protect the vulnerable, while avoiding patronizing or misogynistic tendencies.
Dr. Zach Wagner: What Is Biblical Masculinity? Part 2
Q: Is chivalry a biblical mandate or a cultural pattern that should be celebrated or rejected?
Chivalry is treated as a cultural pattern that can honor or diminish, depending on how it is practiced; the consensus is that cultural norms can be good when they express honor and care, but Christians should critique and reframe them through the kingdom ethic.
Dr. Zach Wagner: What Is Biblical Masculinity? Part 2
Q: Do men have a universal moral obligation to protect women, and is there a biblical mandate for male protection?
The discussion explores protection as a responsibility tied to power and embodiment, not a universal gendered mandate; examples like Boaz and Ruth are used to illustrate protective leadership, while acknowledging exceptions and the importance of de-escalation and non-violence in modern contexts.

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Thoughtful, theory-rich conversations explore theology, biblical interpretation, and how faith intersects culture. Episodes center on biblical-law ethics, Christian apologetics, religious ethics, and how contemporary issues—from Zionism and Gaza to sexuality and gender—are understood through a Christian lens. Noteworthy are guest scholars and pastors who bring scholarly rigor, pastoral sensitivity, and a willingness to challenge prevailing assumptions, often pairing deep doctrine with practical application. The format tends to blend rigorous critique with accessible conversation, making it appealing to listeners who value intellectual engagement and nuanced perspectives on religion and culture.

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