Deformed Theology

Can a Christian lose their salvation — or are they eternally secure no matter what? In this engaging episode, Jonathan and David tackle one of the most debated doctrines in Christianity: eternal security and OSAS (Once Saved, Always Saved). This isn't a fight — it's a conversation. We dig into what Scripture actually says about remaining in Christ, and why contingent language throughout th...

Is AI the Antichrist — or just a tool? Christians need to answer this question now. In this episode of Deformed Theology, we explore the biblical, spiritual, and cultural dimensions of artificial intelligence — and what it means for your faith. AI is no longer coming. It's here. And the Church needs a biblical response. We tackle the questions many Christians are asking: Should believers use A...

Can you lose your salvation? What does Hebrews 6 actually mean — and can a puppet help us figure it out? This week, we welcome Dinx the Puppet and his traveling companion TC to the show. From TC's wild testimony of getting saved in the dairy aisle of Walmart to a deep dive into eternal security, this episode covers some of the most debated questions in Christian theology — without the division...

Are spiritual gifts still for the church today — or did they end with the apostles? In this episode, we sit down with Adam Parker to work through 1 Corinthians 12, 13, and 14 in full — and the answer might surprise you. We dig into one of the most debated passages in all of Scripture: what does Paul actually mean when he says "when the perfect comes"? Is he talking about the completed Bi...

Doctors told us to terminate the pregnancy. God said: “He’s going to be okay.” In Episode 47 of Deformed Theology, we share the real story of Jonathan and Lacee's son Charley—a journey that started with a devastating diagnosis and ended in a miracle that defied every medical expectation. Early in the pregnancy, we were told Charley could be stillborn, have severe brain abnormalities, or live w...

What should spiritual gifts actually look like in the Church today? In Episode 46 of Deformed Theology , we continue our deep dive into spiritual gifts, continuationism, and biblical church order , breaking down what Scripture really teaches in 1 Corinthians 12–14 . In a world where charismatic culture can feel either chaotic or completely absent, this conversation is all about bringing balance ba...

What is the church … really? Is church a building? A Sunday service? A denomination? Or something much deeper? In this episode of Deformed Theology , we tackle one of the most misunderstood ideas in modern Christianity: what the church actually is according to the Bible . The New Testament word for church — ekklesia — literally means “the assembly” or “the gathering.” Yet over time many Christians...

Do spiritual gifts still exist today? Are miracles, prophecy, healing, and speaking in tongues still active in the church—or did they end with the apostles? In Episode 44 of Deformed Theology, Jonathan and David welcome Adam Parker back to continue the conversation on one of the most debated topics in modern Christianity: the gifts of the Holy Spirit. After examining abuses in the charismatic move...

What happens when a devout atheist trying to debunk Christianity becomes the frontman of a Christian metal band? In Episode 43 of Deformed Theology , we sit down with Michael Felker , lead vocalist of Convictions, to hear his powerful testimony — from aggressive atheism and suicidal ideation to radical faith in Jesus Christ. Michael shares: • Growing up non-religious and embracing atheism • Debati...

Why don’t more Christians share the gospel? If we really believe in heaven, hell, salvation, and the saving work of Jesus Christ — why are we so often silent? In this episode of Deformed Theology , Jonathan and David dive deep into the tension every believer feels: the fear of rejection, the fear of offending, and the fear of being misunderstood when it comes to evangelism. Is evangelism supposed...

Is revival breaking out in America right now? In this powerful and timely conversation, we sit down with missionary and pastor Austin Lind to discuss what we are seeing unfold across college campuses, local churches, and even the nations. From reports of extended worship gatherings at Southeastern University to massive evangelistic events drawing thousands, something is happening — and it’s stirri...

Is power the true measure of Christian faith — or have we misunderstood what Scripture actually teaches? In this episode of Deformed Theology , we sit down with Adam Parker (Bold Apologia) to examine one of the most pressing questions facing modern Charismatic Christianity: when power, miracles, and supernatural experiences become the benchmark of faith, what happens to the gospel? Using Scripture...

Does baptism save you? Is water baptism required for salvation, or is it a symbolic act of obedience that follows faith in Christ? In this episode of Deformed Theology , Jonathan and David dive deep into one of the most debated and misunderstood topics in Christian theology: baptism . From the Greek word baptizo —meaning to immerse or fully submerge—to the Hebrew concept of mikvah , this conversat...

When Emotions Deform Theology: Faith, Feelings, and the Book of Ruth is a deep, Scripture-driven conversation on how emotions—when elevated above God’s Word—can subtly reshape, distort, and even deform Christian theology. In this episode of Deformed Theology , hosts Jonathan and David are joined by pastor and former Army officer Matt Truax to examine one of the most pressing issues facing the mode...

What happens when the Church forgets the root ? In this gripping episode of Deformed Theology , we sit down with Andre , a Venezuelan-born Messianic Jewish believer , to unpack the theological, political, and spiritual crises unfolding in Venezuela , the Western Church , and beyond. From firsthand accounts of life under the Maduro regime , to the persecution of Christians , to the rise of antisemi...

Is deliverance ministry normal Christianity—or an extreme fringe practice the modern church would rather avoid? In this episode of Deformed Theology , we sit down with Michael Miller (Remnant Radio, Reclamation Church) to tackle one of the most misunderstood and neglected aspects of the Christian faith: deliverance, spiritual warfare, and the authority of the believer . The Western Church often tr...

Welcome to Episode 35 of Deformed Theology —the final episode of Season One . Somehow, without planning it, we landed on the perfect place to pause, reflect, laugh, and give thanks for what God has done over the past year. This episode is part season recap , part theological reflection , and part Christmas conversation , all wrapped in classic Deformed Theology fashion. From debating Santa Claus a...

Western Christianity—especially American Christianity—often treats the spiritual realm as distant, abstract, or merely symbolic. Angels, demons, and spiritual warfare are affirmed doctrinally but functionally ignored in everyday faith. In this episode of Deformed Theology , we challenge that assumption head-on by stepping into the unseen realm through chilling Amish ghost stories , Christian theol...

In this compelling episode of Deformed Theology , we sit down with Pastor Shannon Greene of the First United Methodist Church for one of our most honest and wide-ranging conversations yet. Together we explore the foundations of Methodist theology , women in ministry , biblical interpretation , discipleship , and—most importantly—the modern church’s most intense point of tension: how Christians sho...

In this episode of Deformed Theology , we dive deep into one of the most misunderstood, misapplied, and culturally contested topics in the Christian world today: biblical marriage —specifically the role of wives, submission, respect, strength, and God’s design for the home . After spending last week addressing husbands, we invited our wives, Lacee and April , to join us for a real, unscripted conv...

In this episode of Deformed Theology , David and Jonathan dive deep into one of the most misunderstood and misrepresented topics in Christian living: biblical masculinity and what it truly means to be a godly husband . In a culture drowning in confusion about gender roles, leadership, and marriage, Christians often find themselves caught between toxic caricatures of masculinity and the reactive ex...

What really happens after you die? In this episode of Deformed Theology , we take a deep, Scripture-centered dive into one of humanity’s oldest and most mysterious questions: the afterlife . From Sheol and Hades to Abraham’s Bosom, Paradise, soul sleep, the resurrection, and the intermediate state , this conversation explores the biblical data without sensationalism—just honest theology, humor, an...

Are the gifts of the Holy Spirit still active today—or did they end with the apostles? In this episode of Deformed Theology , hosts Jonathan and David sit down once again with Pastor Drew Tarwater of Forefront Church in Denver, Colorado , to dive deep into the mystery, beauty, and controversy surrounding the Holy Spirit and His gifts. This is Part 2 of our series on the Holy Spirit, and we’re goin...

What does the Bible really say about the Holy Spirit? In this episode of Deformed Theology , David and Jonathan dive deep into the person, presence, and power of the Holy Spirit — not as an abstract force, not as a mystical energy, but as a person of the Triune God. If you’ve ever wondered who the Holy Spirit is, how He works, or what it means to live “by the Spirit,” this conversation is for you....

It’s that time of year again—and Christians everywhere are asking the same question: Should believers celebrate Halloween? 🎃 In this episode of Deformed Theology , David and Jonathan dive deep into the history, theology, and spiritual implications of Halloween. From ghost stories and ancient pagan roots to Scripture-based discussions on Christian liberty, this conversation tackles one of the most...