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Unashamed Truth
by Grant Castleberry
In a time when objective truth is often questioned, Unashamed Truth with Grant Castleberry brings you powerful teaching rooted in the timeless truth of God's Word. This weekly podcast delves into the Christian faith, emphasizing its eternal relevance and exhorting listeners to walk by faith, not by sight. Join us every Wednesday for practical and in-depth lessons that will deepen your understanding and encourage a more faithful life in Christ. A podcast from Unashamed Truth Ministries.
Episodes
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Jonathan Edwards: Joy, Revival, and the Christian Life with Matthew Everhard
What can Jonathan Edwards teach Christians today about finding true joy in God, cultivating spiritual affections, and growing in holiness? In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry welcomes pastor, author, and theologian Matthew Everhard for a conversation about the life,...
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The Dangers of Hyper-Cessationism with Ryan Denton
What does it mean to believe in the present work of the Holy Spirit while affirming that the apostolic sign gifts have ceased? In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry welcomes back Ryan Denton for a conversation on the Holy Spirit, historic Reformed cessationism, and the...
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Called to Pastor or Go: Ministry and Missions with Ian Hamilton
What calls a person to preach the gospel or carry it to the nations? And how can the church help prepare them? In this episode of the Unashamed Truth podcast, Grant Castleberry sits down with Ian Hamilton to discuss his conversion in Glasgow, his call to pastoral ministry, and the vital role of…
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On Reaching Young Men for Christ: Interview with Andy Young
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry sits down with Andy Young, pastor of Oxford Presbyterian Church in Oxford, England, to discuss reaching and discipling a new generation of young men. Andy shares his journey to Christ, his introduction to the doctrines of grace…
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How to be a Productive Christian: An Interview with George Grant
What does it mean to live a disciplined, productive, and faithful Christian life? In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry sits down with pastor, author, educator, and historian George Grant to discuss a lifetime of ministry, leadership, learning, and service to Christ....
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How to Revitalize a Church: An Interview with Jon Benzinger
What does it take to revitalize a struggling church? In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry sits down with Jon Benzinger, pastor of Redeemer Bible Church in Gilbert, Arizona, to discuss the biblical convictions that shaped the revitalization of his church. Jon shares…
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How I Became a Calvinist
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry shares the personal story of how he became a Calvinist through studying Scripture. Grant reflects on how the doctrines of God’s sovereignty, election, human depravity, and grace reshaped his understanding of salvation. He also...
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The Doctrines of Grace: An Interview with David Schrock
In this episode of The Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry sits down with David Schrock, pastor of preaching and theology at Occoquan Bible Church in Virginia, and co-founder of Christ Over All, for a wide-ranging conversation about the doctrines of grace and the sovereign work of God in...
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R. C. Sproul and Classical Apologetics: An Interview with Keith Mathison
Join Grant Castleberry as he welcomes Dr. Keith Mathison, theologian, author, and the inaugural R.C. Sproul Chair of Systematic Theology at Reformation Bible College, for a fascinating conversation on the life, legacy, and theological influence of Dr. R.C. Sproul. Dr. Mathison shares his own...
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The Legacy of James Montgomery Boice: Interview with John Tweeddale
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry is joined by Dr. John Tweeddale, Vice President and Professor of Theology at Reformation Bible College, to explore the remarkable life and ministry of James Montgomery Boice. Though often overlooked today, Boice helped shape modern...
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Repentance and the Christian Life: Interview with Harrison Perkins
What does true repentance really look like? Is repentance simply something that happens at conversion, or is it the pattern of the entire Christian life? In this episode, Grant Castleberry is joined by theologian and pastor Harrison Perkins to discuss the biblical doctrine of repentance. Together...
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How to be a Self-Controlled Young Man
Why are so many young men returning to church today? In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry examines Paul's powerful exhortation in Titus 2:6: "Urge the younger men to be self-controlled." What is biblical self-control? Why is it essential for spiritual growth,...
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How to Reach Gen Z with Biblical Truth: Interview with Jonny Ardavanis
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry sits down with Jonny Ardavanis, pastor of Stonebridge Bible Church and founder of Dial In Ministries. Jonny shares his testimony, his journey into pastoral ministry, and the influences that shaped his life and theology. Together,...
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Finding Hope After Trauma: An Interview with Greg Gifford
How should Christians think about PTSD, trauma, and mental health? In this episode, Dr. Grant Castleberry sits down with Dr. Greg Gifford, Associate Professor of Biblical Counseling at The Master's University, to discuss the sufficiency of Scripture for life's deepest struggles. Drawing from…
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Renewal in the SBC: Interview with Willy Rice
In this timely episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry sits down with pastor and SBC presidential candidate Willy Rice to discuss the future of the Southern Baptist Convention and the need for spiritual renewal among Southern Baptists. Together they explore the importance of...
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Justification by Faith Alone: Interview with Mike Riccardi
What does it mean to be justified before God? Is forgiveness enough, or do believers need something more? In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry sits down with Dr. Mike Riccardi, Professor of Theology at The Master's Seminary and a pastor at Grace Community Church, for…
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The Ideal Christian Woman Applied
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, GraceAnna Castleberry joins Grant Castleberry for a practical follow-up to his previous episode, “The Ideal Christian Woman.” Together, they discuss what biblical womanhood looks like in everyday life through the lens of Scripture and faithful...
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The Heart of Worship: An Interview with Bob Kauflin
On this episode, Grant Castleberry sits down with worship leader, songwriter, and author Bob Kauflin for a rich conversation on worship, the affections, and the heart of Christian discipleship. Drawing from decades of ministry with Sovereign Grace Churches and Sovereign Grace Music, Bob reflects…
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The Ideal Christian Woman
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry examines what Scripture teaches about biblical womanhood in a culture increasingly confused about gender and identity. Drawing from passages like Proverbs 31, Titus 2, and 1 Peter 3, Grant outlines seven virtues of the ideal...
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Reformed Evangelism: Interview with Ryan Denton
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry sits down with evangelist Ryan Denton to discuss the heart, practice, and theology of evangelism. Ryan shares his powerful testimony of conversion, his calling to open-air preaching, and what it looks like to faithfully proclaim…
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Raising Children in the Church: A Conversation with Grant and GraceAnna Castleberry
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry is joined by his wife, GraceAnna Castleberry, for a thoughtful and practical conversation on children in the worship service. Together, they explore the biblical foundation for how the church and the home disciple children,...
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Recovering True Spiritual Depth: An Interview with Matthew Bingham
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry sits down with Matthew Bingham to explore the depth and richness of true Christian spirituality. Drawing from Bingham’s book "A Heart of Flame for God," the conversation confronts the shallowness often found in modern…
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The Legacy of John MacArthur: An Interview with Phil Johnson
Grant Castleberry interviews Phil Johnson on the life and legacy of John MacArthur, highlighting his commitment to Scripture, expository preaching, and faithful ministry. The conversation also explores striking parallels with Charles Spurgeon, offering insight into enduring biblical conviction...
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Seeing Christ in Scripture: Typology Explained with Jim Hamilton
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry sits down with Dr. Jim Hamilton, Professor of Biblical Theology at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and pastor of Kenwood Baptist Church. Together, they explore how Christians are meant to read and interpret Scripture...
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Does God Still Have a Plan for Israel? An Interview with Stephen Wellum
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry sits down with theologian Stephen Wellum to explore one of today’s most debated questions: What is the relationship between Israel and the Church? They discuss dispensationalism, the fulfillment of God’s promises, the meaning of…
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The Christian and Alcohol
In this episode, Grant Castleberry turns to a question many Christians have wrestled with at some point. How should a believer think about alcohol? With careful attention to Scripture and years of pastoral experience, Grant walks through what the Bible actually says. He shows that alcohol is...
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Getting the Trinity Right: Interview with Kyle Claunch
In this episode, Grant Castleberry sits down with Dr. Kyle Claunch (Associate Professor of Christian Theology at The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary and elder at Kenwood Baptist Church) for a rich conversation on the doctrine of God and why it matters for every believer. Together they…
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Biblical Clarity & Bold Conviction: The Mission Behind Unashamed Truth
What is Unashamed Truth really about? In this episode, Grant Castleberry defines the heart and mission of Unashamed Truth by walking through six biblical contrasts that shape the ministry—local church over platform, depth over numbers, confessional faith over innovation, God-centered over...
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Sovereign Grace and the Christian Life: An Interview with Andy Naselli
Grant Castleberry is joined by theologian and pastor Andy Naselli for a clear, biblical conversation on the doctrine of predestination. Together they unpack what Scripture teaches about election, God’s sovereignty, human responsibility, and why this doctrine leads to deeper worship rather than...
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Church Depth, Not Church Growth
What truly defines a successful church: numbers or faithfulness? In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry challenges the modern obsession with church growth and calls believers back to biblical discipleship. Drawing from Scripture and the example of the early church…
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Thinking Biblically about Anti-Semitism
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry is joined by cultural commentator and podcast host Will Spencer for a timely and necessary conversation on the resurgence of anti-Semitism, particularly within segments of the political right. Will shares his remarkable testimony,...
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Kirk Cameron’s Annihilationism – A Biblical Response
In this episode, Grant reflects on several key themes shaping Christian life and doctrine today. He shares about completing his PhD on Martyn Lloyd-Jones and the preacher’s lasting influence on evangelicalism. He then turns to Luke 2, unfolding the humility of Christ’s birth and the wonder of the...
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Manger in Danger
In this episode, Grant and GraceAnna Castleberry introduce their brand-new family Christmas tradition, Manger in Danger, an interactive daily devotional designed to help parents lead their children to the true meaning of Christmas: the birth of Christ. For 25 days, families journey through the...
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Biblical Manhood, Womanhood, and Courage in the Culture: Interview with Doug McCary
In this powerful episode, Grant Castleberry sits down with Doug McCary, founder of HisLight International Ministries and host of SWAT Radio, for a candid and biblical discussion on the roles of men and women, biblical complementarianism, and the growing cultural confusion around gender and...
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The Beginning of a Christian Worldview
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry explores the opening chapters of Genesis to uncover the roots of a distinctly Christian and biblical worldview. What does it mean to be made in the image of God? Why does the doctrine of creation matter for how we view life,...
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The Assassination of Charlie Kirk: A Christian Response
In this urgent episode, Grant Castleberry responds to the assassination of Charlie Kirk—not as a pundit, but as a pastor. With Scripture as his anchor, Grant walks listeners through several pressing questions: Was this a spiritual attack? Where is Charlie Kirk now? Was he a Christian martyr?...
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The Christian Worldview
In this episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, Grant Castleberry walks through what it means to have a truly Christian worldview—and why it's essential for every believer. Drawing from Scripture and his ongoing preaching through Genesis, he explains how every worldview answers seven key…
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Two Churches, One Mission: The Formation of The King’s Chapel
In this episode of the Unashamed Podcast, Grant shares the story of how the merger of Capital Community Church and Christ Baptist Church in Raleigh, NC, led to the birth of a new congregation: The King’s Chapel. Grant walks through the biblical convictions, prayerful planning, and steps of faith...
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Interview: Richard Caldwell on Expository Preaching
In this episode of Unashamed Truth, Grant Castleberry sits down with Dr. Richard Caldwell, pastor‑teacher of Founders Baptist Church in Spring, Texas, for a compelling conversation on expository preaching. Dr. Caldwell shares his rich pastoral and theological insight into the importance of...
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The Leadership of John MacArthur with Mark MacArthur
In this special edition of the Unashamed Truth podcast, we share a heartfelt and timely conversation recorded at the 2025 Shepherds Conference between Mark MacArthur and Grant Castleberry. With the recent passing of John MacArthur into glory, this interview now serves as a poignant reflection on...
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The Psalms: Interview with Jake Bond
In this insightful interview, Grant Castleberry sits down with Jake Bond, Worship Director at Capital Community Church in Raleigh, NC, to explore the rich and lasting importance of the Psalms in the life of the believer. From personal devotion to corporate worship, Jake shares how the Psalms have...
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Biblical Womanhood with GraceAnna Castleberry
In this episode of Unashamed Truth, Grant Castleberry sits down with his wife, GraceAnna Castleberry, for a heartfelt and biblically grounded conversation on biblical womanhood. GraceAnna opens up about the challenges and joys of embracing her role as a wife, mother, and homemaker—roles that are...
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Finishing Well: Interview with Jim Young
In this episode, Grant sits down with Jim Young, President Emeritus of Capitol Commission in Raleigh, NC, for a heartfelt conversation about what it means to finish well in the Christian life. With decades of ministry experience—both in local churches and at the intersection of faith and...
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Our Majestic God
In today's episode, Grant delves into Hebrews 12:28-29, exploring the profound reverence and majesty of God. He discusses how God's essence is inherently holy, distinguishing Him from all creation through His purity, righteousness, and perfection. Given the nature of God, our reaction should be…
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The Holy Spirit in the Christian Life
Numerous issues plague the ministry of the Holy Spirit, often leading to extreme views about His role and purpose in our lives and the life of the church. Some overreact by rejecting any interaction with the Holy Spirit altogether, which isn't supported by Scripture. In this episode, Grant...
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Interview with H.B. Charles Jr. on Prayer
In this special episode of the Unashamed Truth Podcast, recorded live at the 2025 Shepherds’ Conference, Grant Castleberry sits down with Pastor H.B. Charles Jr. for a soul-stirring conversation on prayer. From the private prayer closet to the pulpit, Pastor Charles shares how prayer shapes the...
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Abiding in the Vine
True followers of Christ are spiritually "clean" through their union with Him, the true Vine, not by their own efforts. This connection, enabled by God's Word, sparks new life and faith in believers. Like a branch sustained by the Vine, we are nourished and strengthened by staying rooted in…
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Liberal Christianity: Interview with Russ Andrews
In this episode, Grant sits down with his friend Russ Andrews, founder of "Finding Purpose" men’s Bible study, to discuss Russ’s journey out of theological liberalism and into biblical orthodoxy. Together, they unpack the dangers of liberal theology—a counterfeit Christianity that denies the...
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The Gospel
In this episode, Grant Castleberry explores the transformative power of the gospel—the good news of how we can be reconciled with a holy God. Delving into the biblical foundations, Grant unpacks the reality of a triune God who created us for communion with Him, the devastating effects of sin that...
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Our Certain Hope: The Return of Christ
Join Grant Castleberry in this episode as he dives into Romans 5:1–8, unpacking the promise of salvation and the unshakable hope it offers Christians—the certain return of Jesus Christ. Far from a vague wish, this expectation is a rock-solid reality that ignites confidence and deepens faith for...
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In a time when objective truth is often questioned, Unashamed Truth with Grant Castleberry brings you powerful teaching rooted in the timeless truth of God's Word. This weekly podcast delves into the Christian faith, emphasizing its eternal relevance and exhorting listeners to walk by faith, not by sight. Join us every Wednesday for practical and in-depth lessons that will deepen your understanding and encourage a more faithful life in Christ. A podcast from Unashamed Truth Ministries.
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In a time when objective truth is often questioned, Unashamed Truth with Grant Castleberry brings you powerful teaching rooted in the timeless truth of God's Word. This weekly podcast delves into the Christian faith, emphasizing its eternal relevance and exhorting listeners to walk by faith, not by...
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