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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. 9, 2026

Who is Rich?

In this episode of Theology Central, we examine a Crosswalk article about handling church drama, focusing on its advice to pray for wisdom from James 1:5.
Nov. 8, 2026

Church Drama and Wisdom

In this episode of Theology Central, we examine a Crosswalk article about handling church drama, focusing on its advice to pray for wisdom from James 1:5.
Nov. 7, 2026

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Nov. 5, 2026

Matthew 19:27: What Do We Deserve?

After Jesus declares that salvation is impossible through human ability, Peter responds, "We have left all and followed You. Therefore what shall we have?" Is Peter revealing the same confidence in human accomplishment that Jesus has just challenged?
Nov. 5, 2026

Matthew 19:26: What is Impossible?

A devotional uses Matthew 19:26, "With God all things are possible," to encourage Christians to trust God for extraordinary outcomes. But is that what Jesus was actually teaching? We examine the historical and literary context of Matthew 19:16–30, the encounter with the rich young ruler, and the disciples' question, "Who then can be saved?" Discover how a familiar verse can be taken out of context, obscuring the profound truth Jesus was actually revealing.

Recent Blog Posts

Nov. 7, 2026

Biblical Illiteracy: How Many More Times!

Biblical Illiteracy: How Many More Times Must We Have This Conversation?
Another survey. Another warning. Another explanation. Another proposed solution. At what point do we confront the uncomfortable questions nobody seems willing to answer?
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