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Resurrecting the Credo House Cafe: We Need You!

The Vision Imagine walking into a unique cafe where the very walls inspire and affirm Christian teachings – that’s the Credo House cafe. Rooted deeply in...

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Addiction
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Can Christians Drink Alcohol: The Spectrum of Belief in the Church

Two Christian fellows walk into a bar. Not only is it an excellent place to watch the game, but it’s also a prime location to meet those who need Christ the most....

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Anxious
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The Masks We Wear: The Tragedy of Feeling Alone in a Crowded Room

I know what it feels like to believe you are the only one going through this pain or that particular agony. Or, more accurately, that you are the only one who handles it so...

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Christian Life
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Why Can’t I Change? Maybe Change is Not Getting Better But Getting StrongerAbout

Explore the transformative journey of self-growth and spiritual fortification through enduring life's challenges. Delve into the subtle strength and resilience developed...

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Anatomy of Belief
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Is Our Gospel Sinking or Saving? A Parable of the Anatomy of Faith

The Parable Four people are drowning and are given a life-preserver. The first one looks at it and says, “I don’t believe it’s a life-preserver, and I don’t believe it can...

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Christian Philosophy
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Is Belief in God a Properly Basic Belief?

Have you ever wondered whether belief in God could be considered a “Properly Basic Belief”? If you’re not familiar with the term, don’t worry;...

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Christian Life
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On Losing Followers Due to My Last Blog

My last blog caused me to lose some Patron supporters. This was due to the disappointment that I was not everything they thought I was. I don’t want to kid with you:...

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Anxious
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Physically Overweight and Spiritually Underweight: Chronicles of My Shame

I sit here writing this, finding it hard to type as my hands are shaking. I don’t know why. It’s not as if the essence of what I’m about to convey is a...

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Anthropology
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We Have Met the Enemy: Not to Say We Told You So, But . . .

Here are the grammatical corrections: Much of the maligned predictions of those who see a theological difference between men and women are coming home to roost. When we fail...

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Will the True Church Please Stand Up?
byC. Michael Patton

What happens when we become convinced that our church, our tradition, or our denomination is the official gatekeeper of the kingdom of God? In this episode of Theology Unplugged, Michael explores a surprising pattern that runs throughout the Gospels. Again and again, the disciples appoint themselves as the guardians of God’s kingdom. They try to stop outsiders from ministering in Jesus’ name, call for fire from heaven on those who reject Christ, keep children away from Jesus, and argue over who deserves the seats of greatest honor. Jesus, however, repeatedly pushes back, showing that His kingdom is bigger than they imagined and His grace reaches farther than they expected.

This episode is a little different than usual. Rather than delivering a traditional monologue, Michael reads one of his recent blogs to his wife, Kristie, while she—and her dogs!—represent the audience. Think of it as a pilot episode for a possible new format. If your podcast app supports video, Michael highly recommends watching this episode rather than simply listening. Otherwise, you can watch it on YouTube or, for supporters, on Patreon.

Along the way, Michael argues that perhaps we have been asking the wrong question. Instead of beginning with lines, boundaries, and gatekeepers, perhaps we should begin with the center. The center is neither a denomination nor an institution. It is the person and work of Jesus Christ. The true church is ultimately defined not by self-appointed guardians, but by the confession Peter made: “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.”

Michael would love to know what you think of this new format. If you enjoy it—or if you have ideas for improving it—please leave a comment. Your feedback will help determine whether this becomes a regular feature of Theology Unplugged.

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  • Will the True Church Please Stand Up? 2026-06-24
    What happens when we become convinced that our church, our tradition, or our denomination is the official gatekeeper of the kingdom of God? In this episode of Theology Unplugged, Michael explores a surprising pattern that runs throughout the Gospels. Again and again, the disciples appoint themselves as the guardians of God's kingdom. They try to […]
  • 86. Through Theology in a Year: Biblical Docetism 2026-06-16
    In this episode, Michael introduces a new term for an old interpretive problem: Biblical Docetism. Borrowing from the ancient Christological heresy of Docetism—which denied the true humanity of Christ while affirming His deity—Michael argues that many Christians approach the Bible in a remarkably similar way. They affirm the divine origin of Scripture but neglect its […]

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