Theology is Fun

In this episode of The Theology Is Fun Podcast , Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben explore one of the most profound and misunderstood themes in Scripture: the glory of God . The conversation centers on Moses’ request in Exodus 33— “Show me your glory” —and what that moment reveals about who God is and what He chooses to make known. Corey and Ben unpack why God’s relentless focus on His own glory is not egotis...

In this episode of Theology is Fun , Dr. Corey is joined by Venezuelan Pastor Jim Contreras for a timely conversation on how the church should respond when the world feels like it’s shaking. With major headlines coming out of Venezuela, including the reported U.S. operation and detention of Nicolás Maduro, Pastor Jim shares a personal perspective from growing up in Venezuela under the Chávez/Madur...

In this end-of-year episode of The Theology Is Fun Podcast , Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. Ben Skaug take listeners deep into one of the most misunderstood doctrines in Christian theology: the hypostatic union —Jesus Christ as one person with two complete natures, fully God and fully man. The conversation begins with a familiar worship song lyric that sparks theological “angst” and quickly opens into a...

In this special Christmas Eve episode of The Theology Is Fun Podcast, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben take on one of the more surprising questions that tends to surface this time of year: Should Christians celebrate Christmas at all? And why do some argue that putting Christ at the center of the holiday actually violates biblical worship? The conversation centers on the Regulative Principle—the belief that...

Welcome back to The Theology Is Fun Podcast with Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben! After wrapping up their two-part series on Christmas songs, Corey and Ben turn their attention to a deeper question beneath the season: Why does Christmas matter so much when life feels chaotic? In this episode, the guys walk through Isaiah 7, unpacking the historical crisis facing Judah, the fear gripping King Ahaz, and God’s...

Welcome back to The Theology Is Fun Podcast with Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben! In this lively Christmas episode, the guys continue their two-part exploration of the best and worst theological Christmas songs—and yes, this one may ruffle a few festive feathers. After wishing Mama Lois a very Merry Christmas (as all good theologians should), Corey and Ben jump into the heart of the discussion: What makes a...

It’s Christmas time on Theology is Fun, and Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben kick off the season with part one of their two-episode special on the  best  and  worst  Christmas songs of all time. From “Joy to the World” to “Silent Night,” they break down what’s theologically rich, what’s historically questionable, and what just gives them the “Thomas Kinkade glow” in all the wrong ways. Al...

In this episode of Theology is Fun, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben continue their walk through the Lord’s Prayer, exploring what it means to call God “Our Father” and to live with full access to Him through Christ. From the torn curtain in the temple to the daily bread God provides, the guys unpack how Jesus teaches us to pray with confidence, humility, and dependence. Along the way, they tackle tough ques...

In this episode of Theology is Fun, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben tackle a surprisingly tricky question: Can our prayers be sinful, and how does a holy God receive the imperfect words of His people? What begins with pencils, beard mishaps, and a few friendly jabs quickly turns into a deep conversation about Christ’s two natures, the mediating work of Jesus and the Spirit, and why the Lord’s Prayer is both...

In this episode of Theology is Fun, Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. Ben Skaug take on one of the most honest questions in the Christian life: Why does God want us to pour out our hearts to Him, even when some of our prayers are selfish—or even sinful? With their signature mix of humor and depth, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben explore the theology of prayer, showing how it serves as a divine means by which God acco...

In this episode of Theology is Fun, Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. Ben Skaug dive into Sola Fide—faith alone—and explore how this foundational truth of the Reformation continues to shape our understanding of salvation today. With their trademark humor and insight, they unpack the tension between grace and human effort, showing why salvation rests fully on faith in Christ, not works, tradition, or religio...

It’s the end of October, which means costumes, candy, and… Reformation Day! Join Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben as they rewind the clock to the 1500s to talk about Martin Luther, the famous “nailed it” moment in Wittenberg, and why the Reformation still matters today. In this episode, the guys unpack Sola Scriptura — “Scripture Alone” — the cornerstone of the Reformation and the reason we believe the Bible...

What’s really going on in the unseen world? In this episode of Theology is Fun, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben dive deep into the spiritual realm. They cover angels, demons, and the sovereignty of God over it all. Building on their previous conversation, they unpack Job 1 to reveal how even Satan operates within the limits of God’s authority. The conversation explores key questions: Can demons possess or o...

Do you think every time a bell rings, an angel gets its wings? Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben kick off a two-part Halloween-themed conversation exploring what the Bible actually says about angels, demons, and the unseen spiritual realm. In this episode, they unpack everything from Elisha’s fiery chariots to Paul’s warnings about principalities and powers, mixing humor (and a few Halloween jokes) with serio...

Welcome back to Theology is Fun, where deep theology meets real life with clarity, conviction, and a whole lot of laughs. In this episode, Dr. Ben is joined again by special guest host Brittany Clark (standing in for Dr. Corey) to finish off our top questions young people are searching about Christianity. From the exclusivity of Christ to the existence of evil, morality without God, discovering Go...

Welcome back to Theology is Fun , where deep theology meets real life with clarity, conviction, and a whole lot of laughs. In this episode, Dr. Ben is joined by special guest host Brittany Clark (standing in for Dr. Corey) to tackle some of the top questions young people are searching about Christianity . From the exclusivity of Christ to the existence of evil, morality without God, discovering Go...

In this episode, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben explore the nature of special revelation—God’s specific way of making Himself known through Scripture and ultimately through Jesus Christ (with plenty of banter about the "Gahdens" in the bible, Balaam’s donkey, and Blackwing pencils along the way). They tackle questions like: - What are the different ways God has given special revelation throughout history?...

In light of the assassination of Charlie Kirk, Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. Ben Skaug take on one of the most difficult and important questions in Christian theology: the problem of evil. Why does a good and sovereign God allow suffering, tragedy, and even acts of great evil? Drawing from Scripture and church history, they explore: - God’s Sovereignty in Dark TimesHow His plan includes and redeems even...

In this episode of Theology Is Fun, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben kick off football season with some lighthearted banter about the Cowboys–Eagles game before diving into a weighty topic: why general revelation is real but not enough, and how special revelation brings sinners to a saving knowledge of God. You’ll hear: • General vs. special revelation—clear definitions by Wayne Grudem and Joel Beeke and why...

In this episode of Theology is Fun, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben take on your toughest (and funniest) listener questions—ranging from agriculture to apostles, with plenty of banter about bowling shirts and American Eagle along the way. You’ll hear: • Is genetically modifying crops faithful dominion—or a distortion of creation? • Can a person lose their salvation, or does falling away reveal they were nev...

Bowling shirts, flowbees, and the fate of humanity—welcome back to Theology is Fun ! In this episode, Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. “Big Lebowski” Ben dive into the doctrine of general revelation —but not before Ben gets roasted for his special (and possibly cursed) shirt, courtesy of his brother.  Along the way, we tackle: Why no one can say “I didn’t know there was a God” What Romans 1 actually t...

In this episode of Theology is Fun , Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. Ben Skaug take a deep dive into one of the most debated spiritual gifts: tongues . From Genesis to Pentecost to 1 Corinthians, they unpack the biblical history of language, the purpose of tongues in the early church, and how modern interpretations often miss the mark.  Along the way, they address big questions: Were tongues known la...

In this episode of Theology is Fun , Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben dive into one of the most debated topics in the church today: Are the miraculous “sign gifts” still for today, or have they ceased? With plenty of humor (including a real-life Flowbee haircut reveal) and candid conversation, they explore the two major positions— continuationism and cessationism —breaking down definitions, biblical foundati...

What is a spiritual gift? In this episode of Theology is Fun , Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben talk about the purpose, power, and proper use of spiritual gifts in the life of the believer and the church. They explore foundational texts like Romans 12 and 1 Corinthians 12, unpack the difference between gifts and fruits of the Spirit, and challenge the individualistic view of gifting with a call back to unity...

In this episode, we're diving deep (pun intended) into baptism —what it means, how it's practiced, and why it matters. We explore: The meaning of baptizo and why immersion matters The difference between Jesus’ baptism and believer’s baptism Why baptism is a public proclamation of faith, not just a church tradition What to do if someone is saved but hasn’t been baptized Who should perform baptisms...