In this episode of Theology Is Fun, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben begin a new series on one of the most foundational subjects in Christian theology: the doctrine of God.

They explore who God is in Himself, why theology must begin with God rather than man, and what it means that God is eternal, self-existent, and completely independent of creation. Along the way, they discuss God's aseity, His infinite perfection, and why understanding God's nature transforms the way we think about worship, salvation, and the Christian life.

Together they explore:

• Why theology must begin with God Himself
• God's existence before creation
• What it means that God is eternal and uncreated
• The doctrine of aseity and God's self-existence
• Why God does not need anything from creation
• God's independence and self-sufficiency
• How God gives life, breath, and all things
• The relationship between God's glory and human worship
• Psalm 90, Acts 17, John 5, and other key passages
• Why a God-centered theology leads to a God-centered life

The conversation also tackles important questions such as:

• Was God lonely before creation?
• Does God need our worship?
• Can human beings add anything to God's glory?
• What does it mean that God has life in Himself?
• Why is God called the "I AM" in Scripture?
• How should God's self-sufficiency shape our understanding of salvation?

Why does a proper understanding of God's nature matter for everyday Christian living?

Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben explain these foundational truths in a practical and accessible way while showing why a biblical view of God is essential to understanding the rest of Christian theology.

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In this episode of Theology Is Fun, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben continue their discussion on how God reveals Himself by turning from general revelation to special revelation—God's direct self-disclosure through Scripture.

They explore why creation and conscience reveal God's existence but cannot save, why the gospel is necessary for salvation, and why Christians believe the Bible is God's inspired, authoritative, and trustworthy Word.

Along the way, they discuss inspiration, inerrancy, biblical authority, manuscript reliability, and why God's Word continues to transform lives today.

Together they explore:

• The difference between general revelation and special revelation
• Why creation and conscience are not enough for salvation
• The necessity of the gospel for saving faith
• What Christians mean by the inspiration of Scripture
• Verbal plenary inspiration explained
• Biblical inerrancy and manuscript reliability
• Why the Bible is authoritative for faith and practice
• The unity of Scripture across centuries and authors
• How God's Word accomplishes His purposes
• The role of humility in receiving God's revelation

The conversation also tackles important questions such as:

• Can someone be saved without owning a Bible?
• Does God owe special revelation to everyone?
• How can the Bible be God's Word if it was written by human authors?
• Are there contradictions in Scripture?
• Why should Christians trust the reliability of the Bible we have today?

Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben explain these foundational doctrines in a practical and accessible way while showing why God's special revelation in Scripture remains central to the Christian faith.

If you've ever wondered:

👉 "What is special revelation?"

👉 "Why do Christians believe the Bible is inspired?"

👉 "Can creation alone lead someone to salvation?"

👉 "What does biblical inerrancy mean?"

👉 "How do we know the Bible is trustworthy?"

—this episode is for you.

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Did faith come first, or does the evidence point us there?

In this episode of Theology Is Fun, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben continue their discussion on one of life's biggest questions: Does God exist?

Responding to questions and criticism from a previous episode, they explore whether belief in God is merely a matter of presupposition or whether there are compelling reasons to conclude that God exists. Along the way, they discuss creation, human consciousness, morality, faith, reason, and the limits of scientific explanations for origins.

Together they explore:

• Whether every worldview requires faith
• Creation as evidence for an intelligent Designer
• The complexity and order of the universe
• Human consciousness and the problem of self-awareness
• Morality, conscience, and the image of God
• The role of presuppositions in worldview formation
• Faith, evidence, and rational belief

The conversation then turns to the famous "Five Ways" of Thomas Aquinas:

• Motion
• Efficient Cause
• Contingency and Necessity
• Degrees of Perfection
• Governance and Design

Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben explain these classic arguments in a practical, accessible way while discussing why Christians believe the evidence ultimately points beyond philosophy and toward God's special revelation in Scripture.

If you've ever wondered:

👉 "Does belief in God require faith?"

👉 "Can science explain the origin of everything?"

👉 "What are Thomas Aquinas' Five Ways?"

👉 "How do Christians defend belief in God?"

👉 "Does human consciousness point to a Creator?"

—this episode is for you.

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How can we know that God exists? Is belief in God reasonable? What do creation, conscience, and Scripture reveal about the reality of God?

In this episode of Theology Is Fun, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben begin a new journey through systematic theology by tackling one of the most fundamental questions of the Christian faith: How can we know God exists?

Together, they explore the biblical doctrine of general revelation, discussing how God reveals Himself through creation and the human conscience. They also explain the difference between systematic theology and biblical theology, examine key passages like Romans 1, Psalm 19, and Genesis 1, and discuss how Christians can engage thoughtfully with atheists, agnostics, and skeptics.

Whether you're a lifelong believer, a curious seeker, or someone looking to strengthen your understanding of the Christian faith, this conversation will help you think more deeply about God's self-revelation and His presence in the world around us.

• What is systematic theology?
• The difference between systematic theology and biblical theology
• Why the Bible assumes God's existence
• General revelation: creation and conscience
• What Romans 1 teaches about knowing God
• How Christians can discuss God's existence with skeptics
• The role of special revelation and Scripture
• Why God is knowable, but not fully comprehensible

📖 Genesis 1:1

📖 Psalm 19:1

📖 Romans 1:18-25

📖 Acts 17

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What did John mean when he wrote, “the Spirit was not yet given, because Jesus was not yet glorified” (John 7:39)? Did the Holy Spirit not exist in the Old Testament? Were believers regenerated before Pentecost?

In this episode of Theology Is Fun, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben dive into one of the most misunderstood passages about the Holy Spirit. Together they explore:

• The Holy Spirit’s role in the Old Testament
• What actually changed at Pentecost
• The difference between the Old and New Covenants
• Whether Old Testament believers had the Spirit
• Why Jesus had to be glorified before the Spirit was “given”
• The meaning of indwelling, regeneration, and union with Christ

Along the way, they discuss David, Saul, Samson, John 7:39, and why reading one verse in isolation can lead to bad theology.

If you’ve ever wondered:

👉 “Where was the Holy Spirit before Pentecost?”

👉 “Can the Holy Spirit leave a believer?”

👉 “What changed after Jesus’ resurrection?”

—this episode is for you.

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Welcome to a special Ireland edition of Theology Is Fun! 🇮🇪

In this episode, Dr. Cori and Dr. Ben sit down in the Irish countryside to unpack one of the most beloved passages in all of Scripture: Psalm 23.

What does “The Lord is my shepherd” really mean?

Was Psalm 23 written for peaceful moments… or seasons of suffering?

And what does it mean to walk through “the valley of the shadow of death” without fear?

Surrounded by sheep, rain, green pastures, and an ancient Irish castle, we dive deep into:

• The true context of Psalm 23
• Why David wrote this psalm during hardship
• Green pastures, still waters, and deep valleys
• God’s guidance through seasons of suffering
• The meaning of “fear no evil”
• Jesus as the fulfillment of Psalm 23 — the Good Shepherd

Whether you’re walking through a difficult season or simply want a deeper understanding of this powerful psalm, we pray this episode encourages you.

“The Lord is my shepherd; I shall not want.” — Psalm 23:1

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📖 Catch Part 1 if you missed it—this episode continues the conversation

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What should Christians think about AI? Can tools like ChatGPT actually help believers, or are there spiritual dangers we need to take seriously?

In this episode of Theology Is Fun, we explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, theology, Scripture, wisdom, and Christian discipleship. We talk about whether AI is morally neutral, how believers should use technology wisely, and why AI should never replace God’s Word, biblical meditation, or the work of the Holy Spirit.

We also discuss:

• Can AI replace Bible study?
• Should pastors and teachers use AI?
• Is AI biased?
• How do Christians use technology without becoming dependent on it?
• What are the dangers of using AI uncritically?
• How do we pursue wisdom instead of shortcuts?

Plus… robots playing ping pong, Buddhist AI monks, Tylenol theology, and way too many jokes along the way. 😂

#Christianity #AI #ChatGPT #Theology #BibleStudy #ChristianPodcast #ArtificialIntelligence #FaithAndTechnology

In this episode of Theology Is Fun, Corey and Ben explore one of Jesus’ most powerful “I AM” statements: “I am the Light of the World.”

What did Jesus really mean? Why does the Bible connect light with life, truth, holiness, salvation, and judgment? And why does darkness become such a dominant theme from Genesis to Revelation?

Together we trace the theme of light and darkness through the entire storyline of Scripture — from “Let there be light” in Genesis, to the plagues of Egypt, the Day of the Lord, the prophets, the coming of Christ, the darkness at the cross, and the final glory of the New Creation where “night will be no more.”

In this conversation:

• Why God created light and darkness
• How sin changed the meaning of darkness
• The biblical connection between darkness and judgment
• Jesus as the fulfillment of the “Light” theme in Scripture
• What it means to walk as children of light
• Why the cross was covered in darkness
• The hope of eternal light in Revelation

📖 Key Scriptures:

Genesis 1 • Isaiah 9 • Exodus 10 • Amos 5 • Zephaniah 1 • John 1 • John 8 • Ephesians 5 • 1 John 1 • Revelation 21–22