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Theology Central
Theology Central is a podcast dedicated to deep theological analysis, critical sermon reviews, and doctrinal clarity in an age of confusion. Each episode explores Scripture through a confessional, law and gospel lens—rejecting celebrity-driven faith and focusing on truth, not trends. From exegetical teaching to historical theology and cultural critique, this podcast challenges mainstream assumptions and calls the church back to serious, Scripture-centered thinking. Expect honest engagement with…
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$100 for a Parable?
Fr. Mike Schmitz’s $100 “Parables Tour” raises serious questions about the commercialization of ministry. Why is the Church charging for what Jesus gave…
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The Difficulty of John 14:21-26
A discussion out the difficulty of interpreting John 14:21-26
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Ordinary by Alex Warren
Alex Warren’s “Ordinary” turns romance into religion—replacing God with the beloved. In this episode, we explore the song’s spiritual imagery, its emotional…
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The Command the Church Doesn’t Keep Pt 2
Today we take an unfiltered look at John 13:34 and ask: What happens when we read the Bible honestly—without religious gloss or easy answers?Jesus' command to…
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The Command the Church Doesn’t Keep Pt 1
Today we take an unfiltered look at John 13:34 and ask: What happens when we read the Bible honestly—without religious gloss or easy answers?Jesus’ command to…
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Christology in John 14
Today we explore the deep Christology of John 14: “Whoever has seen me has seen the Father.” We connect this truth to Acts 13 and Psalm 98, showing how Christ…
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Song of the Summer 2025
A cultural and theological deep dive into the top songs of Summer 2025. Each episode unpacks lyrics through biblical, liturgical, and spiritual…
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John 14:2: Not Heaven, but the Cross
What if “I go to prepare a place for you” doesn’t mean heaven later—but the cross now? In today’s episode, we explore John 14:2 in its true context and…
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Summer 2025 Lectionary Challenge
Welcome to the Summer 2025 Lectionary Challenge. In this kickoff episode, we explain what the challenge is, why we’re using the Catholic lectionary, how to…
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Lectionary: A Forgotten Gift
Origin, History, Importance, Benefits, and Practical Use of the Lectionary
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Protestant Catholicism
Protestant CatholicismMany Protestants claim to reject Rome, but have rebuilt its system—only now it’s performance-based, fruit-obsessed, and self-policed.This…
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Sign of the Cross: A Creed?
More than a gesture, the sign of the cross is a physical confession of faith—a creed traced on the body. In this episode, we explore the biblical roots…
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Pope Leo XIV: Regina Coeli
A discussion about Pope Leo XIV and his address at the Regina Coeli
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The Virus: Lectio Divina Pt 2
We conclude our discussion about the origin,history,and influence of Lectio Divina
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The Virus: Lectio Divina Pt 1
We discuss the origin, history ,and influence of Lectio Divina
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The Real Meaning of Matthew 13:44
You’re Not the Man in the field: Exposing a Common Preaching Error
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Luther at Number 1?
Luther by Kendrick Lamar at number 1, is it a cultural Psalm for a broken generation?
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New Pope, First Homily
We discuss the first Homily of Pope Leo XIVCORRECTION: In the episode, I state that Pope Leo XIV quotes directly from Gaudium et Spes 22. Upon closer…
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White Smoke! A New Pope
A breakdown of the news about the new Pope and what to look out for moving forward.
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What a Pastor’s Salary Should Cover
Can your pastor afford to retire, educate their kids, and own a home? Rethinking the reality behind pastoral salaries.
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Misinterpreting Isaiah 43 Pt 2
We conclude our look at the history and ways Isaiah 43 has been misinterpreted.
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Misinterpreting Isaiah 43 Pt 1
We begin our study of Isaiah 43 by considering the history and ways Isaiah 43 has been misinterpreted.
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Matthew 16:24 Review Pt 3
We continue a very frustrating review of a sermon on Matthew 16:24
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Matthew 16:21-28: Free Book
A summary of our new interpretation of Matthew 16:21-28 and information about a free book
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Matthew 16:24: A New Interpretation Pt 4
We conclude our new Interpretation of Matthew 16:24
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Matthew 16:24: A New Interpretation Pt 3
We continue our work on a new Interpretation of Matthew 16:24
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Matthew 16:24: A New Interpretation Pt 1
We begin to work on a new interpretation of Matthew 16:24
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Trump, AI, and the Future of Education
A discussion about a new executive order from the Trump administration
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Isaiah 42:5-9
We continue our work on Isaiah 42. At the end of the lesson I make a mistake in what I say about Ezra 1:7. It is corrected in the next episode.
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NAR and Seven Mountains
We review a discussion about the NAR movement and the seven mountains mandate.
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Are Christians Dead To Self? Pt 3
We continue our discussion about christianity and the teaching of dying to self.
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Book: Isaiah 42 Reconsidered
I have turned our new interpretation of Isaiah 42 into a book!
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Salem: House of No Mercy
The story of Mercy Lewis the Putnams, and the machinery of fear.
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The Cyrus Cylinder
Before we begin our exegetical study of Isaiah 42, we travel back to 1879 and discuss the significance of the Cyrus Cylinder.
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Are Christians Satisfied? Pt 2
A discussion about satisfaction in the Christian life.
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Isaiah 54 and T-Shirt Theology
A discussion about Christianity and its love for slogans and merchandise
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SermonAudio: AI Generated Podcast
A discussion about a podcast on the SermonAudio platform
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Bible Study Method: Law and Gospel Pt 1
I teach the law and gospel bible study method