by Matthew Jones
What happens when history’s greatest theological minds enter the conversation? On the Dead Theologians Podcast, we imagine thought-provoking dialogues between legendary voices of the Church—from Athanasius to Augustine, Luther to Aquinas. These scripted conversations launch us into real-life discussions on faith, truth, and church life today. Join hosts Matt Jones and Matt Lingafelt as they explore ancient debates with fresh relevance. We’ve got a lot to learn—if we’re willing to listen.
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May 18, 2026
<p>What does it actually mean to be human?</p><p>In this episode of the Dead Theologians Podcast, we explore one of the oldest and most important questions in theology, philosophy, and human existence itself. Are humans made of body and soul? Body, soul, and spirit? Or are we better understood as an inseparable unity?</p><p>Featuring quotes and ideas from John Calvin, Karl Barth, and Watchman Nee, we discuss dualism, trichotomy, psychosomatic unity, sanctification, the intermediate state, resurrection, and the biblical language surrounding body, soul, and spirit.</p><p>Along the way, we also begin exploring modern questions that emerge from Christian anthropology:</p><p>What separates humans from animals? Could artificial intelligence ever possess personhood? And what does the image of God truly mean?</p><p>This conversation serves as the foundation for our upcoming discussion on AI, consciousness, and where humanity is heading.</p><p>If you have questions, thoughts, or want to continue the conversation, we’d love to hear from you:</p><p>📩 <a href="">deadtheologianspodcast@gmail.com</a></p><p>We've got a lot to learn, if we're willing to listen.</p>
April 6, 2026
<p>In Part 2 of our conversation on women in ministry, we pick up where we left off—returning to one of the most discussed passages in this debate: 1 Corinthians 14.</p><ul><li>What does Paul mean when he says women should “remain silent in the churches”?</li><li>Is this a universal command—or a response to a specific situation?</li></ul><p>We look at how the Church has historically understood and practiced this, including examples of women serving in leadership and ministry roles throughout church history. </p><p>We also explore broader theological approaches—including whether questions like this should be grounded primarily in biblical interpretation, church tradition, or the character of God.</p><p>Finally, we bring it down to the practical level:</p><ul><li>How should we approach this conversation today?</li><li>What if we disagree?</li><li>And how do we remain unified as the body of Christ?</li></ul><p>This is an “in-house” conversation—one where faithful Christians may land in different places, but share the same desire to honor God and be faithful to His Word.</p><p><strong>Resources & Documents Referenced</strong></p><p><a href="https://ag.org/Beliefs/Position-Papers/Women-in-Ministerial-Leadership" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Assemblies of God Position Paper on Women in Ministry.</a></p><p><a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/u/2/folders/1fZ4Zuf5alBzY8S_ZThHRLsKtJYqar33M" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Personal study notes & annotated materials</a> (including prior version of the A/G position paper).</p><p>If you have questions, thoughts, or want to continue the conversation, we’d love to hear from you:</p><p>📩 <a href="" rel="noopener">deadtheologianspodcast@gmail.com</a></p><p>We've got a lot to learn, if we're willing to listen.</p>
March 23, 2026
<p>Few topics generate more discussion in the Church today than women in ministry.</p><p>In this episode, we begin that conversation by bringing together voices from across church history alongside a biblical framework for understanding the issue. Through guided readings, we hear from Macrina the Younger, Thomas Aquinas, and Catherine Booth—three figures who represent different moments in how the Church has recognized, structured, and defended women’s roles in ministry.</p><p>From there, we turn to Scripture.</p><p>We walk through key passages often discussed in this conversation, including 1 Corinthians 11 and 1 Timothy 2, and begin asking the deeper question:</p><p>Are these instructions universal, or are they addressing specific cultural situations?</p><p>This is Part 1 of a larger discussion. We don’t resolve everything here, and that’s intentional.</p><p>Our goal is not to force a quick answer, but to think carefully, read faithfully, and approach this conversation with both conviction and humility.</p><p>If you have questions, thoughts, or want to continue the conversation, we’d love to hear from you:</p><p>📩 <a href="" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">deadtheologianspodcast@gmail.com</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong>📄 Resources & Documents Referenced</strong></p><p><a href="https://ag.org/Beliefs/Position-Papers/Women-in-Ministerial-Leadership" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">Assemblies of God Position Paper on Women in Ministry</a></p><p><a href="https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1fZ4Zuf5alBzY8S_ZThHRLsKtJYqar33M?usp=sharing" target="_blank" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer">Personal study notes & annotated materials</a> (including prior version of the A/G position paper)</p>
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What happens when history’s greatest theological minds enter the conversation?
On the Dead Theologians Podcast, we imagine thought-provoking dialogues between legendary voices of the Church—from Athanasius to Augustine, Luther to Aquinas. These scripted conversations launch us into real-life discussions on faith, truth, and church life today.
Join hosts Matt Jones and Matt Lingafelt as they explore ancient debates with fresh relevance.
We’ve got a lot to learn—if we’re willing to listen.
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