In this episode of Ideology, Drew and Mick respond to the assassination of Charlie Kirk and reflect on what it reveals about our cultural moment. They explore how moments like this expose the deep fractures in our society, the rise of polarization and outrage, and the temptation to respond to violence with more hostility. Instead, they call the church to a kingdom perspective—boldness, anchoring in hope, practicing enemy-love, and resisting the cycles of chaos. “We’re not defined by the chaos of this cultural moment. We’re defined by a kingdom that cannot be shaken.”Listen in for a sobering yet hope-filled conversation about grief, faith, and the church’s witness in a divided age.Connect with us: • Email: ideologypc@gmail.com • YouTube/Instagram: @ideologypcFeel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentBackground track (licensed by Musicbed): • Ilia by Kisnou
In this episode of the Ideology Podcast, Mick is joined by special guest Dr. Ben Young, senior pastor at Second Baptist Church in Houston, Texas. With Drew away this week, the two dive into a vulnerable and thought-provoking conversation about doubt, belief, and what it means to trust God in the face of suffering and uncertainty.
Dr. Young shares his personal story of walking through nearly a decade of doubt, sparked by unmet expectations around prayer and miracles in his college years. What began as disappointment eventually led to a full deconstruction of his faith—followed by a slow and honest rebuilding rooted in grace and the person of Jesus Christ.
Together, Mick and Dr. Young explore:
The difference between doubt and unbelief, and how doubt can actually strengthen faith
Why many churches have historically struggled to make space for questions
The cultural obsession with certainty, particularly in evangelical and fundamentalist traditions
How suffering and disappointment shape our view of God's goodness and activity in the world
The importance of community, vulnerability, and empathy in seasons of deconstruction
They also reflect on shifts in the cultural questions people are asking—from "Is it true?" to "Who am I?"—and how the Church can respond with both conviction and compassion. Drawing from voices like Blaise Pascal, Søren Kierkegaard, and the Psalms, Dr. Young presents a vision of faith that embraces both mystery and reason, intellect and intuition.
This episode offers encouragement and guidance for those struggling with doubt or walking alongside someone who is.
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Resources referenced:
Room for Doubt by Ben Young
Pensées by Blaise Pascal
Fear and Trembling by Søren Kierkegaard
The Psalms and Ecclesiastes as biblical models of wrestling with doubt
Robert Kegan & Lisa Lahey’s research on adult development and cognitive complexity
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"Evaporate" by Svvn
In Episode 5 of Season 6 of the Ideology Podcast, Drew and Mick dive deep into the topic of hope and its role in a world that often feels meaningless.
The conversation revolves around the significance of transcendence in an immanent world. Drew shares an experience he had in Hawaii, where he noticed a bulletin board in a small town filled with spiritual practices such as cow cuddling and astrology. He reflects on how people are searching for something transcendent, a meaning beyond the material world, and how this points to the lack of transcendence in modern life.
The episode also examines:
The difference between immanence (the material world we experience daily) and transcendence (the reality beyond what we can know or manipulate).
How, historically, humans have understood and interacted with both transcendence and immanence.
The implications of a world that has increasingly lost transcendence, becoming a closed causal system, and the resulting existential crisis many face today.
The spiritual hunger for something beyond the material world and how this leads people to seek meaning through various practices, even if they seem odd or far-fetched.
Drew and Mick also discuss how the Church can address this deep spiritual hunger by offering a worldview that fully integrates both transcendence and immanence through Jesus Christ, the one who embodies both perfectly.
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Resources referenced:
How Then Shall We Live? by Francis Schaeffer
A Secular Age by Charles Taylor
Barna Group’s latest data on spiritual hunger in the West
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Lifetime (Instrumental) by The Dramatics
In this episode of the Ideology Podcast, Drew and Mick reflect on an unexpected and encouraging trend in American spirituality—particularly among Gen Z. Despite cultural decline in church affiliation in recent decades, new data shows a surprising and significant reversal: a growing hunger for Jesus among young adults.Why is this happening? What has shifted in our culture, and how do we understand it biblically and pastorally? Drew and Mick unpack the factors driving this trend, including the spiritual void left by secularism, the collapse of the "secular gospel," and the longing for connection, meaning, and transcendence. They reflect on how the pandemic acted as an accelerant, exposing the bankruptcy of materialism and opening hearts to the eternal.Along the way, they explore deep theological themes like the nature of sin, the loss of self apart from God, and the hope found only in the person of Jesus Christ. Drawing from thinkers like Augustine and Athanasius, they articulate a vision of Christian anthropology that contrasts starkly with the self-focused, therapeutic culture of our time.This is an episode about revival, not in hype but in real hunger—and how the Church can be a winsome life raft rather than a culture warrior on a sinking ship.Connect with us:Email: ideologypc@gmail.comYoutube/Instagram: @ideologypcFeel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or comment.Resources referenced or alluded to:On the Incarnation by AthanasiusConfessions by AugustineThe Abolition of Man by C.S. LewisThe Gay Science and other works by Friedrich Nietzsche
In this episode of the Ideology Podcast, Drew and Mick dive into the fascinating world of apologetics – the defense of the Christian faith through reason and argument. But this conversation is a bit different. Drew brings an ambivalent perspective, exploring the complexities of defending faith in a world full of competing truth claims.Why do some find apologetics helpful, and others, not so much? How do we navigate the tension between faith and reason, between historical evidence and personal belief? The episode explores these challenges and asks critical questions about the foundations of truth. Is apologetics a way to strengthen our faith, or could it inadvertently lead us to rely too heavily on human reason?Listen in as Drew and Mick unpack how we justify belief, from cosmological and teleological arguments to historical evidence of the resurrection. They also discuss Alvin Plantinga’s ideas on "warranted Christian belief" and reflect on how personal experiences of God shape our understanding of truth.Connect with us:Email: ideologypc@gmail.comYoutube/Instagram: @ideologypcFeel free to share, subscribe, rate, and/or commentResources referenced:Warranted Christian Belief by Alvin PlantingaThe Resurrection of Jesus: A New Historiographical Approach by Michael R. Licona
Drew and Mick continue the conversation around transformation—unpacking the believer’s call to impact culture not through power grabs, but through vocation, faithfulness, and holistic living. From Genesis to Revelation, they trace the biblical roots of work as worship, explore the redemptive implications of the creation mandate, and offer a compelling vision for how everyday believers can participate in the Kingdom of God through their unique spheres of influence.
Listen in for a thoughtful, hopeful, and practical exploration of vocation as a sacred calling.
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Resources referenced:
Surprised by Hope by N.T. Wright
How Then Shall We Live? by Francis Schaeffer
BEMA Podcast (episodes ~76–81) by Marty Solomon
The Bible: Genesis 1–3; 1 Thessalonians 4; John 19
Writings and teaching references by Dallas Willard
In this episode of Ideology, Drew and Mick explore how the Gospel transforms society, emphasizing that culture shapes us even as we seek to reshape it. They discuss historical trends, the risk of cultural captivity, and the need for a holistic gospel that impacts every sphere of life. Rejecting monastic escapism, they highlight key factors for transformation: discipleship, reliance on God’s power, and spiritual warfare. This episode sets the stage for deeper discussions on stewarding revival wisely. Listen in for more!
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In Episode 10 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue a discussion begun in the previous episode about the underlying assumptions and beliefs that affect believer's engagement with culture today. In part 2, they evaluate how manners and grammar, as well as competing and undefined epistemologies present challenges to the modern believer to represent Jesus faithfully to contemporary society. Listen in for more!
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- Waited for You (instrumental) by Tyler Brown Williams
In Episode 9 of Season 5, Drew & Mick revisit some well-worn paths from a fresh perspective, discussing how our corporate underlying beliefs create pathways of social mobility that inform our approach to justice and engagement with the poor, for example.
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- Uncharted by Analog Heart
In Episode 8 of Season 5, Mick interviews Dr. Jamey Miller - senior pastor of Antioch Fort Worth - on the eve of the release of his new book, Surprised by the Trinity - Discovering More of the Love of God. Listen in as Dr. Miller explores the relational nature of the Triune God - Father, Son, and Spirit - revealing how our worship, community, and mission are shaped by this divine reality. Through deep theological reflections and practical insights, Miller invites us to experience the fullness of life in the Trinity, challenging us to engage with God in a way that transforms both thinking and living.
**Dr. Miller's book is available to purchase on Amazon
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- Una Sola Vez by Max LL
In Episode 7 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue a discussion about trinitarian theology, looking at some of the main tensions that emerge when contemplating God as both three and one, as well as the traditional attributes of God and how to think about those attributes concerning the different persons of the Trinity. Listen in for more!
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- Torrid Piano (pads only) by Bradford Nyght
In Episode 6 of Season 5, Drew and Mick dive deeper into the nuances of trinitarian theology - patristic roots, historical trajectory, and key distinctions - as well as how these ideas intersect with the everyday life of the believer. Listen in for more!
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Resources referenced:
- Nicaea and Its Legacy by Lewis Ayres
- Retrieving Nicaea by Khaled Anatolios - Multiple articles and books by Michele Rene Brown
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- This is the Beginning (instrumental) by Ely Eira
In Episode 5 of Season 5, Drew and Mick discuss the merits of being diligent students of God. Why should I care about theology? This is an intro session to a longer discussion about the trinitarian nature of God in particular. Listen in for more!
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- This is the Beginning (instrumental) by Ely Eira
In Episode 4 of Season 5, Drew and Mick conclude a four-week exploration of the Missio Dei. In this discussion, they discuss how we, as individuals, can participate practically in God's purposes. How do I discern my "calling"? What role does the broader body of Christ play? Listen in for more!
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- The Shape of Your Smile by RORE
In Episode 3 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue to unpack the idea of the Mission of God, this time by looking at the biblical story arc. How is the idea of the Missio Dei developed throughout the Bible? Listen in to find out!
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Resources referenced:
- The Mission of God by Christopher Wright
- Transforming Mission: Paradigm Shifts in the Theology of Mission by David Bosch
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- Sunshine (instrumental) by Leucadia
In Episode 2 of Season 5, Drew and Mick continue to reflect on the theme of "The Mission of God." Here they explore how modern narratives regarding church growth throughout the centuries can be connected to colonialism. Has the work of missionaries been detrimental to culture? Listen in for more!
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Resources referenced:
- Whose Religion is Christianity: The Gospel Beyond the West by Lamin Sanneh
- The Missionary Movement in Christian History: Studies in the Transmission of the Faith by Andrew Walls
- Christian Mission: How Christianity Became a World Religion by Dana Robert
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- So Fresh by The Fancee
In Episode 1 of Season 5, Drew and Mick explore the biblical notion of the mission of God. How should we think about it and what are the main modern challenges to the missio Dei? What are the implications for followers of Christ for how we understand the Biblical mandate? Listen in for more!
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Resources referenced:
- Transcending Mission: The Eclipse of a Modern Tradition by Michael Stroope
- The Trinitarian Theology of Saint Thomas Aquinas by Gilles Emery
- Divine Missions by Adonis Vidu
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- Signals by Steven Gutheinz
In Episode 23 of Season 4, Drew and Mick address some listener questions in this fourth and final installment of a look at Pentecostal theology. Why do some churches teach cessationism? How should we understand the validity of the "manifestations" of the Spirit? What about the public use of the gifts? Listen in to find out!
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Episode notes:
- "Tongues Speaking in the Early Church" by David Capes (article)
- Commentary on Corinthians by Gordon Fee
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- Ringing Through the Night by Benjamin James
In Episode 22 of Season 4, Drew and Mick continue the exploration of Pentecostal theology and specifically a handful of suggestions for charismatic believers moving forward into a robust expression of the faith. How can we learn from our Catholic, Orthodox, Evangelical, and other Protestant brothers and sisters? What role does liturgy play in the experience of the charismatic church? Listen in for more!
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- Ready to Fly (Instrumental) by Leucadia
In Episode 21 of Season 4, Drew and Mick continue to evaluate Pentecostalism as it represents such a large segment of the global Christian church. What defines Pentecostal theology? Is that a possible task, or is it something that is experienced rather than explained propositionally? Listen in for more!
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Show notes:
- The Routledge Handbook of Pentecostal Theology by Christopher Stephenson
- Baptized in the Spirit by Frank Macchia
- Spirit, Word, Community by Amos Yong
- Thinking in Tongues by James KA Smith
- Pentecostal Theology: Living the Full Gospel by Wolfgang Vondey
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- Peace by Lane King