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- 3 weeks ago42 min
The Hidden Patterns
In this episode of Stranger Theology, Dr. Joel Muddamalle welcomes back theologian and biblical scholar Hakeem Bradley for a conversation about the hidden patterns woven throughout Scripture and why understanding them matters for the next generation.From the disturbing stories of Lot and his daughters to Noah's drunkenness and the flood, Joel and Hakeem explore how seemingly disconnected biblical narratives reveal recurring themes of rebellion, judgment, redemption, and new creation. They also confront a challenging question: How do we faithfully teach children the whole Bible without watering down its difficult passages?Hakeem also introduces Sacred Patterns, his new project designed to help children discover the beauty, depth, and interconnectedness of God's Word.Join the Substack: https://strangertheology.substack.comSupport Hakeem's Kickstarter: https://sacredpatterns.orgBuy Joel's Book "The Unseen Battle": https://a.co/d/00QjvcPfBuy Blurry Creatures "The Book of Enoch": https://a.co/d/0dKgWxLA This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strangertheology.substack.com/subscribe
- 4 weeks ago34 min
Confronting the Darkness
What if the events surrounding Jesus at the Gates of Hell and His Transfiguration reveal a much bigger cosmic story than we've traditionally understood?In this episode of Stranger Theology, Joel Muddamalle sits down with pastor and author Doug Van Dorn to explore the fascinating connections between Psalm 89, the Divine Council, Mount Hermon, and Jesus' confrontation with the powers of darkness.Drawing from ancient Near Eastern history, biblical scholarship, and the interconnected nature of Scripture, Joel and Doug examine how the Old and New Testaments reveal a larger narrative of divine authority, spiritual rebellion, and God's plan to reclaim what belongs to Him.Together, they explore the significance of Jesus' declaration at Caesarea Philippi, the possible connection between the Transfiguration and Satan's fall from heaven, and how ancient accounts of heavenly beings might illuminate familiar biblical passages.They also unpack the meaning of the ekklesia, the gathered assembly of God's people, and what the relationship between the heavenly host and the Church means for believers today.Could we be missing an entire dimension of the biblical story simply because we've forgotten how to read Scripture through its ancient context?Join Joel and Doug as they uncover the layers of Scripture and explore the cosmic significance of Jesus' mission.Join the Substack: strangertheology.substack.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strangertheology.substack.com/subscribe
- Oct 1, 202620 min
Strange & Blurry Episode 1: Scientology Explained, feat. Jeremy Jenkins
Is Scientology a UFO religion? What is Xenu, Dianetics, and the Bridge to Total Freedom — and how should Christians respond?In this first Strange & Blurry crossover, Stranger Theology teams up with Blurry Creatures for a crash course on Scientology with world religions expert Jeremy Jenkins. Recorded in-studio after the full Blurry Creatures episode.You'll learn how L. Ron Hubbard went from sci-fi novelist to Dianetics bestseller to founding the Church of Scientology, what auditing with the E-meter really is, what Clear and OT Level 3 teach about Xenu and thetans, the link between Hubbard, Jack Parsons and Aleister Crowley, why David Miscavige took over after Hubbard, and what Jeremy saw visiting Sea Org headquarters in Clearwater, Florida.Most importantly: how do you share the gospel with someone caught in Scientology without mocking them or bringing a battle axe? Jeremy breaks down what to ask, what NOT to lead with, and why loving, respectful evangelism works.Watch Jeremy’s full episode on Blurry Creatures here: https://youtu.be/jVQromFfCcQ?si=8nOWqyonDuTNHHlhThis first episode is free for everyone! Join the Substack to get future access to all new episodes: strangertheology.substack.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strangertheology.substack.com/subscribe
- Sep 24, 20264 min
Cosmic Mt. Episode 9 - The Three Temptations
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strangertheology.substack.comAfter forty days in the wilderness, the Second Adam faces the test the First Adam failed. Satan takes Jesus to a high mountain and offers Him all the kingdoms of the world in a single moment—no cross, no suffering, just worship the enemy and take the shortcut to glory. But this isn't just about resisting temptation; it's about cosmic authority. On this unnamed peak, Jesus confronts the principalities and powers, the "gods" who claimed the nations as their inheritance. The enemy offers counterfeit dominion; Christ chooses the Father's path to true authority. The mountain temptation reveals whose world this really is—and who will rightfully reclaim it. Join the substack: strangertheology.substack.com
- Aug 27, 20265 min
Cosmic Mt. Episode 8 - Mt. Carmel
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strangertheology.substack.comOne prophet. Four hundred and fifty priests of Baal. One mountain. This is the ultimate cosmic showdown—not just between Elijah and false prophets, but between Yahweh and the storm god who claimed to rule from the heights. On Mt. Carmel, where Baal supposedly sent rain and fertility, the God of Israel reveals who truly commands the fire and the flood. When the flames fell and consumed the sacrifice, the water, the stones, and the very dust, Israel witnessed what every mountain narrative has been building toward: there is no God but Yahweh, and every counterfeit must bow or burn.Join the Substack: strangertheology.substack.com
- Jul 30, 20266 min
Samson and the Gates of Gaza - Episode 7
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strangertheology.substack.comIn the dead of night, a compromised judge does the impossible—he rips the gates of Gaza from their foundations and carries them uphill to Hebron. But this isn't just a feat of strength; it's a cosmic statement. The gates of the underworld, the very symbols of death's dominion, are torn away and paraded to the mountain. Before Jesus declared that hell's gates wouldn't prevail against His church, Samson prophetically demonstrated that no gate—no barrier between the living and the dead—could stand against God's anointed. Even our most flawed champions point to the Champion to come.Join the Substack: strangertheology.substack.com
- Jul 9, 202652 min
Clarity in a Crowded Cosmos
In this episode of Stranger Theology, Joel sits down with Jeremy Jenkins to unpack his essay, “Clarity in a Crowded Cosmos,” and explore why the Bible presents a spiritual world far more populated than many modern Western Christians assume. Together, they discuss Michael Heiser’s influence, the Divine Council worldview, the meaning of Elohim, and why terms like monotheism, polytheism, and henotheism often fail to capture the full complexity of the biblical text.They also move beyond theory into pastoral application, addressing why mystery can feel threatening, how the unseen realm should shape prayer and discipleship, and why recovering the Bible’s supernatural worldview can lead to deeper worship, clearer theology, and a more holistic understanding of the Christian faith.Join the Substack: strangertheology.substack.com This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit strangertheology.substack.com/subscribe
- Jun 25, 20265 min
Mt. Sinai - Episode 6
This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit strangertheology.substack.comTwo mountains stand in opposition: Sinai burning with the glory of Yahweh and his angelic armies, and Bashan brooding with envy as the mountain of the gods. At Sinai, God descended in fire, surrounded by myriads of holy ones, to give the Law that would define His people. But this mountain of terror would ultimately point to Mount Zion—the mountain of grace. From burning bush to trembling ground to the chariots of God, witness the cosmic showdown between the Holy One of Israel and the powers of the north.Join the Substack: strangertheology.substack.com
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