Theology in the Raw

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2015/07/13
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2026/04/23
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Did Women Serve As Leaders in Early Christianity? Drs. Lynn Cohick and Amy Brown Hughes
2026/04/23
There's still time to register for Exiles Minneapolis! April 30-May 2, 2026. Join my Patreon community for bonus episodes, Zoom chats, and more! Dr. Lynn Cohick is New Testament Professor at Houston Christian University and has written numerous books, include Christian Women in the Patristic World, which she co-authored with my other guest today. Dr. Amy Brown Hughes received her Ph.D. in historical theology with an emphasis in early Christianity from Wheaton College and is an associate professor of theology at Gordon College.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Blessings and Challenges of Being a Female Pastor: Bo Stern-Brady
2026/04/20
Time is running out! Register for Exiles Minneapolis today! April 30-May 2! https://www.theologyintheraw.com/exiles26 Bo Stern-Brady is the lead pastor of B4Church (Beaverton Foursquare Church) in Beaverton, Oregon. She was appointed as lead pastor in 2024 after serving as the church’s interim transitional leader beginning in 2023. Prior to joining B4Church, she served for approximately 20 years as a teaching pastor at Westside Church in Bend, Oregon. Bo has written multiple books and created the Soulspace devotional app, and her writing has been featured in outlets such as Christianity Today and Focus on the Family. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Can You Really Learn the Bible on Social Media? Colby F. Maier
2026/04/16
Colby F. Maier is a pastor, speaker, and founder of Academy of the Bible, a global online discipleship platform that brings together world-class instructors to help Christians grow in biblical literacy, spiritual formation, and real-world application of Scripture. With a combined following of over 4 million across his platforms, Colby is known for communicating biblical teaching in a way that’s both deeply relatable and powerfully relevant to everyday life. This interview was recorded in person in Portland Oregon, so if you’re listening to this podcast, you might want to pop over to the YouTube version so he can see us hanging out in person. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Trauma, Justice, and The Power of Christian Forgiveness with Dr. Amy L. Orr-Ewing
2026/04/13
Exiles Minneapolis is almost here! April 30-May 2! Register today at www.theologyintheraw.com Dr. Amy Orr-Ewing is an international author, speaker and theologian who addresses the deep questions of our day with meaningful answers found in the Christian Faith. Travelling internationally Amy is a regular speaker across university campuses, businesses, parliaments, churches and conferences as well as on TV, radio and podcasts. She is the author of multiple books including ‘Where is God in All the Suffering?’ (runner up Michael Ramsay Prize, 2023), bestselling ‘Why Trust the Bible?’ and the forthcoming 'Forgiveness: Reclaiming Its Power in a Culture of Outrage and Fear' which you can pre-order now (releases 4/20/26) See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Russia, Iran, and the Trap of Political Tribalism with Christopher Haylett (aka thenerdychristian)
2026/04/09
Christopher Haylett (aka Nerdy Christian) has a B.A. in Global Development and an M.S. in International Business. Christopher is a popular social media influencer who engages in topics about culture, politics, Christianity, and theology. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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The Kingship of Jesus and Pastoring a Mega Church: Dr. Mark Moore
2026/04/06
Exiles 25 will be here soon! May 30 - April 2! Register today to join us in person or stream online! https://www.theologyintheraw.com/exiles26 Dr. Mark E. Moore is a bestselling author and the teaching pastor at Christ's Church of the Valley in Peoria, Arizona. He previously spent two decades as a New Testament professor at Ozark Christian College. Mark is the author of several books, including his most recent book The Missing Messiah: The Jesus We Can No Longer Ignore, which he co-authored with Kyle Idleman. Check out Kairos Classroom to learn biblical Greek and Hebrew! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Can You Welcome LGBTQ People While Holding a Traditional Sexual Ethic? Tony Scarcello
2026/04/02
There's still time to sign up for Exiles Minneapolis! Apr 30-May 2, 2026! Tony Scarcello has served in pastoral ministry since 2011, and is currently the pastor of discipleship at Red Hills Church just outside Portland, Oregon. He is the author of Regenerate: Following Jesus After Deconstruction and his most recent book Love All Our Neighbors: How Churches That Hold a Traditional Sexual Ethic Can Care for LGBTQ People, which is forwarded by Preston Sprinkle. It’s a fantastic book, and Tony is a fantastic friend and person. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Tyler Staton on Pastoring Bridgetown Church, Poetry, and Ministry from NYC to Portland
2026/03/30
Tyler Staton is the Lead Pastor of Bridgetown Church in Portland, Oregon, where he took over as lead pastor for John Mark Comer. He is passionate about living prayerfully and relationally. Tyler is the author of After Amen, The Familiar Stranger, Praying Like Monks, Living Like Fools, and Searching for Enough. This interview was recorded in person in Portland Oregon, so if you’re listening to this podcast, you might want to pop over to the YouTube version so he can see us hanging out in person. Sign up for Exiles 26! April 30 - May 2 in Minneapolis! https://www.theologyintheraw.com/exiles26 See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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From Touring to Church Planter: Bringing Hope to the Margins with Josh White
2026/03/26
Josh White is a recording artist and lead pastor of Door of Hope, a thriving church community in the heart of Portland Oregon. Josh is an avid reader, as you’ll see, and is the author of the book Stumbling Toward Eternity: Losing & Finding Ourselves in the Cross of Jesus. This interview was recorded in person in Portland Oregon, so if you’re listening to this podcast, you might want to pop over to the YouTube version so he can see us hanging out in person.  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Nijay Gupta on Women in Leadership, Receiving Criticism, and Paul's Vision for Meaning in this Life.
2026/03/23
Preorder Nijay's upcoming book, Paul for the World Join me at Exiles in Babylon in Minneapolis! April 30-May 2. Buy From Genesis to Junia on Amazon Big thanks to the amazing people at Westside Community Church in Beaverton for hosting and production! Nijay K. Gupta (PhD, Durham University) is Julius R. Mantey Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary. Gupta is an award-winning author of numerous books, including Tell Her Story, Strange Religion, and commentaries on Galatians, Philippians, Colossians, and 1 and 2 Thessalonians. He is also a senior translator for the New Living Translation, and co-host of the Slow Theology podcast. He joined me talk about the response to From Genesis to Junia and his own experience writing on women in leadership. He also shared about his upcoming book, Paul for the World. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Transition, Detransition, and The Gospel: Kyla Gillespie
2026/03/19
Exiles in Babylon is coming soon! Join us in Minneapolis, April 30-May 2, 2026. Details here Kyla Gillespie is the founder of Renewed & Transformed Ministries and author of TransFormed: The Power of God’s Word and God’s People in One Woman’s Journey through Gender Confusion, Reassignment Surgery, and Detransitioning. As an international speaker and podcaster, she shares her journey through same-sex attraction and gender dysphoria to point others to the hope and power of Jesus Christ. She lives in Greater Vancouver, B.C., and is an active member of Gospel City Church. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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How Do We Know that God Really Exists? Dr. J. P. Moreland
2026/03/16
Dr. J. P. Moreland is Distinguished Professor of philosophy at Talbot School of Theology, Biola University. He received a B. S. in physical chemistry from the University of Missouri, a Th.M. in theology from Dallas Theological Seminary, an M.A. in philosophy from the University of California at Riverside, and a Ph.D. in philosophy at the University of Southern California. He has spoken and debated on over 200 college campuses and taught in 500 or so churches around the world. In addition, he has authored, edited, or contributed papers to ninety-five books, including Does God Exist? (Prometheus), Universals (McGill-Queen’s), Consciousness and the Existence of God (Routledge), and The Soul: How We Know It's Real and Why It Matters. Moreland was selected in August, 2016 by The Best Schools as one of the 50 most influential living philosophers in the world. Check out Talbot School of Theology's M.A. in Christian Apologetics. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Why Is Gen-Z Suffering from So Many Mental Health Issues? Sissy Goff and David Thomas
2026/03/12
Join us at Exiles Minneapolis! Sissy Goff (LPC-MHSP) and David Thomas (LMSW) are children and family therapists and co-executive directors at Daystar Counseling Ministries, where they’ve served for over three decades. They’ve written several books together including their most recent book: Capable: How to Teach Your Kids the Strengths, Skills, and Strategies to Build Resilience, which is an awesome book. If you are a parent in 2026, then you need to check out this book—it’s immensely helpful See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Is Artificial Intelligence Good, Bad, or Neutral? Nick Skytland
2026/03/08
Nick Skytland is Vice President of Gloo Developer and AI Research, leading initiatives to shape open, values-aligned AI that supports human flourishing. Before joining Gloo, he spent over two decades at NASA as Chief Technologist, advancing early-stage technologies and building some of the largest open innovation communities in history. He is also co-author of What Comes Next? Shaping the Future in an Ever-Changing World. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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Gender Dysphoria, Church Hurt, and Enduring Hope in Jesus: Remington Rathjen
2026/03/05
Remington Rathjen is my friend. Remi experiences gender dysphoria, same sex attraction, and a passion for Jesus Christ. Remi shares his story of church hurt, spiritual abuse, sexual abuse, and many other things that could push a person far away from Jesus, but has only driven Remi closer to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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4.5 out of 5
1451 reviews
Hokiefan0105 2026/04/07
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 D...
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Bdevires 2026/02/17
Best theology pod
Love all the various opinions represented and the promotion of critical thinking!
hershy84 2026/02/17
Cliff hanger
I love this podcast but come on Preston… you left us hanging today! Now I need your book to hurry up and come out !! lol! Great show brother! 10 stars...
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Midwest Moderate 2026/02/09
Thoughtful and Sharpening
I have been listening to this podcast for years, and I am so grateful for how this content has shaped me, pushed me, and just satisfied or sparked my ...
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Not The Voice performance 2026/01/03
Favorite Podcast!
If you are interested in relevant, thoughtful discourse, this podcast is a must. Preston is both authentic and thorough in approaching theology and cu...
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Follower2222 2025/12/19
Dr. Brian Brock
I would warn that one has to be careful who you give your platform to. As you said you hadn’t read his book. I did not feel he could answer any challe...
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Holt59 2025/12/23
Not biblical
I listen to this show, the one with a paleontologist with hopes he’d be true to the Bible. I wasn’t surprised that he wasn’t. I was however surprised ...
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mp1636 2025/12/21
Not worth your time
He seems desperate to appear progressive, liberal - anything but conservative. His statements always end with a questioning inflection - as if he’s co...
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Grace_0851. 2025/12/13
100% Recommend this podcast!
I started listening to this podcast in my senior year of college and have really loved following it the last several years. The tone has has been very...
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montacque 2025/12/18
Disappointing
I listened to just one podcast and had to stop. If you are pro-Palestine and like podcasts that only present one side of the argument, this podcast is...
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