Theology Central

We take a look at 2 Timothy 2:4

Most readers skip the opening pages of a book—the dedication, preface, and introductory material—in order to get to the "real" content. We begin exploring the Dedicatory Epistle of William Gurnall's The Christian in Complete Armour.

Philippians is often called the "Epistle of Joy," but is joy really the theme of the letter? In this episode, we examine the history of this popular view, how it shapes interpretation, and whether the text itself points to a different emphasis

A church invitation left at my door, two dogs losing their minds, and a completely random sermon review.

A church invitation left at my door, two dogs losing their minds, and a completely random sermon review.

In the opening moments of a sermon based on 2 Corinthians 5:9, two ideas are connected together: being accepted by God and hearing the words, "Well done, good and faithful servant." But what do those phrases actually mean?

Most readers skip the opening pages of a book—the dedication, preface, and introductory material—in order to get to the "real" content. We begin exploring the Dedicatory Epistle of William Gurnall's The Christian in Complete Armour.

Most readers skip the opening pages of a book—the dedication, preface, and introductory material—in order to get to the "real" content. We begin exploring the Dedicatory Epistle of William Gurnall's The Christian in Complete Armour.

Most readers skip the opening pages of a book—the dedication, preface, and introductory material—in order to get to the "real" content. We begin exploring the Dedicatory Epistle of William Gurnall's The Christian in Complete Armour.

Theology Central was recently listed as the #13 theology podcast in the United States by Million Podcasts. In this episode, I reflect on that accomplishment.  See the list: https://www.millionpodcasts.com/theology-podcasts/

It's time we ask some serious questions about wisdom and maybe we need a new way of understanding it!

An update coming for the Theology Central AI feature

A look at a new book called, Keeping Grace in the Gospel.

When Jesus describes the broad way in Matthew 7:13, he does not say it leads to hell. He says it leads to destruction. So are those the same thing? Is destruction another way of describing hell? Does destruction mean annihilation?

In this episode, we examine A Little Star, a largely forgotten catechism first published in London in 1653 by William Mason.

For years it stood beneath the Texas sun, enduring heat, storms, pressure, wear, and tear. When weak spots appeared, they were patched. When new problems emerged, they were patched too. But eventually the wall gave way, the water rushed out, and it was over.

Many Christians reject the charismatic movement while unknowingly embracing some of its foundational ideas. In this episode, we examine a sermon centered on the question, "How do you get a word from God?"

We look at an important section from chapter 1 of the Christian in Complete Armor

I review a sermon about fighting sexual sin.

We review a sermon about the tabernacle.

Sometimes it isn't one great tragedy that overwhelms us. It's the accumulation of a hundred small frustrations.

The systematic theology claims the Tabernacle foreshadows Christ as the true means of access to God. But what does the New Testament actually say about the Tabernacle, and how does that compare to the way much of modern Christianity has interpreted it

The systematic theology claims the Tabernacle foreshadows Christ as the true means of access to God. But what does the New Testament actually say about the Tabernacle, and how does that compare to the way much of modern Christianity has interpreted it

Proverbs repeatedly speaks of wisdom, instruction, mercy, truth, and God's commandments being "bound around thy neck." What did this imagery mean to the original audience?

It's 3:00 AM. The house is dark. Sleep isn't coming, so I reach for my iPad, open SermonAudio, and hit play.What happened next was one of the strangest listening experiences I've had in a long time.

Hosea 6:4 contains one of the most haunting descriptions of human devotion found anywhere in Scripture: "Your love is like a morning cloud, like the dew that goes early away." In this episode, we examine Hosea 5:15–6:7 in its historical and theological context.

As we continue our Rethinking the Prodigal Son series, we arrive at two ideas introduced in the book Finally Free: hedonism and Epicureanism. What do these terms actually mean? How have they shaped modern culture?

I've tried—and failed—to teach The Christian in Complete Armour more than once. This time, instead of reading through the entire work, we begin by examining 12 popular quotes attributed to William Gurnall—testing whether they actually reflect what he said.

We continue our reviews of sermons on, Philippians 2:12–13.

We continue our reviews of sermons on, Philippians 2:12–13.

Athletes have energy drinks. Influencers have energy drinks. Celebrities have energy drinks. But Jesus? Recent reports highlight the rise of Christian-branded energy drinks that use Bible verses, Christian imagery, and the name of Christ.

It has been a frustrating 24 hours

I point everyone to a series on modern church history

We look at a classic puritan classic that's back in stockCheck it out here:  https://banneroftruth.org/us/store/christian-living/christian-in-complete-armour/?utm_source=US+Banner+of+Truth+Newsletter&utm_campaign=1761991215-us-cust-jan-2026-new-years-thought_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-7d48213f06-79403697&ct=t(us-cust-jan-2026-new-years-thought_COPY_01)&mc_cid=1761991215&mc_eid=2ac08880ee

We continue our reviews of sermons on, Philippians 2:12–13.

We continue our reviews of sermons on, Philippians 2:12–13.

We continue our reviews of sermons on, Philippians 2:12–13.

We begin our review of sermon on, Philippians 2:12–13.

In the middle of a series on church, pornography, and Christian transformation claims, a listener appealed to Philippians 2:12–13: "Work out your salvation… for God works in you." That comment sparked a theological struggle and a developing hypothesis.

Does defeating pornography come down to God + you? This episode examines Philippians 2:12–13, Christian claims about transformation and divine help, practical church solutions, and the uncomfortable reality of ongoing sin, lust, and imperfection.

The Theology Central Ask! AI site is now available! Check it out here: https://theologycentral.asksermons.com/

Pope Leo XIV has released a major new document addressing artificial intelligence, human dignity, technology, power, work, truth, and the future of humanity.

We look at Job 31:1 to see if it is really a solution to the porn problem

Your pastor never sleeps. Never misses your text. Knows your theology, struggles, fears, and spiritual questions. Available 24/7. Sound helpful…or terrifying? Today we explore Agentic AI

Four AI systems. Four radio stations. Autonomous DJs building playlists, atmosphere, identity, and programming.

We will be testing out a new feature called, Ask!

Pope Leo XIV has released a major new document addressing artificial intelligence, human dignity, technology, power, work, truth, and the future of humanity.

Pope Leo XIV has released a major new document addressing artificial intelligence, human dignity, technology, power, work, truth, and the future of humanity.  Here is a link to the document:https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/encyclicals/documents/20260515-magnifica-humanitas.html

One master. One kingdom. One supreme devotion. Christianity often speaks in absolutes—but reality feels far more complicated. After yesterday's study, I found myself conflicted, frustrated, and stuck. This episode explores sinful nature, divided hearts, human love, and why serious theology sometimes creates more tension than certainty.

It has been a frustrating Sunday