Ideology

In this follow-up conversation, Mick interviews Lauren Allbritton - the Dean of Instruction & Formation for Valor Preparatory Academy - about singleness. Lauren's journey and powerful insights form the basis for chapter 9 on Singleness in Mick's new book, A Beautiful Vision - God's Design for Our Bodies, Desires, & Sexuality which is now available on Amazon. Feel free to share,...

In this special conversation, Mick talks about his book release with contributor, Lauren Allbritton - the Dean of Instruction & Formation for Valor Preparatory Academy. Together they explore biblical themes surrounding human sexuality, contrasted with the prevailing cultural noise that confuses and distorts. A Beautiful Vision - God's Design for Our Bodies, Desires, & Sexuality is now...

In this episode of Ideology, Drew and Mick respond to the assassination of Charlie Kirk and reflect on what it reveals about our cultural moment. They explore how moments like this expose the deep fractures in our society, the rise of polarization and outrage, and the temptation to respond to violence with more hostility. Instead, they call the church to a kingdom perspective—boldness, anchoring i...

In this episode of the  Ideology Podcast , Mick is joined by special guest Dr. Ben Young, senior pastor at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas. With Drew away this week, the two dive into a vulnerable and thought-provoking conversation about doubt, belief, and what it means to trust God in the face of suffering and uncertainty. Dr. Young shares his personal story of walking through nearly a de...

In Episode 5 of Season 6 of the  Ideology Podcast , Drew and Mick dive deep into the topic of  hope  and its role in a world that often feels meaningless. The conversation revolves around the significance of  transcendence  in an  immanent world . Drew shares an experience he had in Hawaii, where he noticed a bulletin board in a small town filled with spiritual practices such as cow cuddling and a...

In this episode of the Ideology Podcast, Drew and Mick reflect on an unexpected and encouraging trend in American spirituality—particularly among Gen Z. Despite cultural decline in church affiliation in recent decades, new data shows a surprising and significant reversal: a growing hunger for Jesus among young adults. Why is this happening? What has shifted in our culture, and how do we understand...

In this episode of the Ideology Podcast, Drew and Mick dive into the fascinating world of apologetics – the defense of the Christian faith through reason and argument. But this conversation is a bit different. Drew brings an ambivalent perspective, exploring the complexities of defending faith in a world full of competing truth claims. Why do some find apologetics helpful, and others, not so much?...

Drew and Mick continue the conversation around transformation—unpacking the believer’s call to impact culture not through power grabs, but through vocation, faithfulness, and holistic living. From Genesis to Revelation, they trace the biblical roots of work as worship, explore the redemptive implications of the creation mandate, and offer a compelling vision for how everyday believers can particip...

In this episode of Ideology, Drew and Mick explore how the Gospel transforms society, emphasizing that culture shapes us even as we seek to reshape it. They discuss historical trends, the risk of cultural captivity, and the need for a holistic gospel that impacts every sphere of life. Rejecting monastic escapism, they highlight key factors for transformation: discipleship, reliance on God’s power,...

In Episode 10 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue a discussion begun in the previous episode about the underlying assumptions and beliefs that affect believer's engagement with culture today. In part 2, they evaluate how manners and grammar, as well as competing and undefined epistemologies present challenges to the modern believer to represent Jesus faithfully to contemporary society. Listen...

In Episode 9 of Season 5, Drew & Mick revisit some well-worn paths from a fresh perspective, discussing how our corporate underlying beliefs create pathways of social mobility that inform our approach to justice and engagement with the poor, for example. Connect with us at ideologypc@gmail.com // feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Background track (licensed via Musicbed): - Un...

In Episode 8 of Season 5, Mick interviews Dr. Jamey Miller - senior pastor of Antioch Fort Worth - on the eve of the release of his new book, Surprised by the Trinity - Discovering More of the Love of God . Listen in as Dr. Miller explores the relational nature of the Triune God - Father, Son, and Spirit - revealing how our worship, community, and mission are shaped by this divine reality. Through...

In Episode 7 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue a discussion about trinitarian theology, looking at some of the main tensions that emerge when contemplating God as both three and one, as well as the traditional attributes of God and how to think about those attributes concerning the different persons of the Trinity. Listen in for more! Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Connect w...

In Episode 6 of Season 5, Drew and Mick dive deeper into the nuances of trinitarian theology - patristic roots, historical trajectory, and key distinctions - as well as how these ideas intersect with the everyday life of the believer. Listen in for more! Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Connect with us: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Resources referen...

In Episode 5 of Season 5, Drew and Mick discuss the merits of being diligent students of God. Why should I care about theology? This is an intro session to a longer discussion about the trinitarian nature of God in particular. Listen in for more! Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Connect with us: Email: ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Background track (license...

In Episode 4 of Season 5, Drew and Mick conclude a four-week exploration of the Missio Dei . In this discussion, they discuss how we, as individuals, can participate practically in God's purposes. How do I discern my "calling"? What role does the broader body of Christ play? Listen in for more! Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Connect with us: Email: ideologypc@gma...

In Episode 3 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue to unpack the idea of the Mission of God, this time by looking at the biblical story arc. How is the idea of the Missio Dei developed throughout the Bible? Listen in to find out! Connect with us: - Email: ideologypc@gmail.com - Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Resources referenced: - The Mission of G...

In Episode 2 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue to reflect on the theme of "The Mission of God." Here they explore how modern narratives regarding church growth throughout the centuries can be connected to colonialism. Has the work of missionaries been detrimental to culture? Listen in for more! Connect with us: - Email: ideologypc@gmail.com - Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Feel free to...

In Episode 1 of Season 5, Drew and Mick explore the biblical notion of the mission of God. How should we think about it and what are the main modern challenges to the missio Dei ? What are the implications for followers of Christ for how we understand the Biblical mandate? Listen in for more! Connect with us: - Email: ideologypc@gmail.com - Youtube/Instagram: @ideologypc Feel free to share, subscr...

In Episode 23 of Season 4, Drew and Mick address some listener questions in this fourth and final installment of a look at Pentecostal theology. Why do some churches teach cessationism? How should we understand the validity of the "manifestations" of the Spirit? What about the public use of the gifts? Listen in to find out! Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Connect with...

In Episode 22 of Season 4, Drew and Mick continue the exploration of Pentecostal theology and specifically a handful of suggestions for charismatic believers moving forward into a robust expression of the faith. How can we learn from our Catholic, Orthodox, Evangelical, and other Protestant brothers and sisters? What role does liturgy play in the experience of the charismatic church? Listen in for...

In Episode 21 of Season 4, Drew and Mick continue to evaluate Pentecostalism as it represents such a large segment of the global Christian church. What defines Pentecostal theology? Is that a possible task, or is it something that is experienced rather than explained propositionally? Listen in for more! Feel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment Connect with us: - Youtube/Instagram: @ideo...

In Episode 20 of Season 4, Drew and Mick begin a multi-episode exploration of Pentecostalism. In this first installment, they seek to establish some definitions - what is Pentecostalism? Charismatic? Neo-pentecostalism? Third-wave spirituality? Pentecostals are on track to become the largest branch of the global church within our lifetimes. Tune in to see how and why this is significant to modern,...

In Episode 19 of Season 4, Drew and Mick conclude a review of James K.A. Smith's How (Not) to Be Secular by looking at chapters 4 and 5, evaluating the key shifts that have led to the "age of authenticity" that we now live in and how to inhabit this world as followers of Christ. Connect with us: Email - ideologypc@gmail.com Youtube/Instagram - @ideologypc Feel free to share, subscrib...

Ever wondered why we can't shake the feel that there must be something more? Listen in to Episode 18 of Season 4 as Drew and Mick continue to unpack Smith's How (Not) to Be Secular . Here they look at Chapter 3 titled "The Malaise of Immanence" and discuss the fragility of secular beliefs in light of the human inclination toward the transcendent. Connect with us: - Youtube &...