Charismatic Cheetah Podcast

The Weirdness of God: Rediscovering the Strange World of the Bible (w/ Dr. Merrill Greene)

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In this episode, I’m joined by Merrill Greene, author of The Weirdness of God, to explore why so much of the Bible feels strange to modern readers—and why that strangeness may actually be essential to understanding Scripture properly.
Many Christians today approach the Bible with modern assumptions about the world, which can make some passages feel confusing, uncomfortable, or even embarrassing. Greene argues that instead of smoothing over these moments, believers should lean into them. The “weird” elements of the Bible—from supernatural realities to unexpected ways God acts—reveal a worldview that is far richer and more mysterious than the one many modern readers bring to the text.
Throughout the conversation, we discuss why attempts to domesticate God often lead to a shallow reading of Scripture, and how recovering the Bible’s strange and supernatural context can deepen our faith and reshape how we understand God’s character and work in the world.
This episode invites listeners to reconsider the parts of the Bible that seem unfamiliar and to see them not as problems to solve, but as invitations to encounter the depth and mystery of the God revealed in Scripture.
Read the introduction to The Weirdness of God:https://www.weirdgod.com/read-the-introduction
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Church Government and Accountability in a Time of Scandal (w/ David Miller)

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In this episode, I’m joined by David Miller to discuss the necessity of biblical church government and discipline in a time when many churches are facing leadership failures and public scandal.
Rather than focusing on personalities alone, we examine the structural issues that allow harm to spread unchecked. From false prophecy and platform protection to moral failure and abuse of authority, we explore how the absence of meaningful oversight, plurality of elders, and enforceable church discipline has contributed to widespread damage within parts of the charismatic movement.
But this is not merely a charismatic problem. We argue that the broader evangelical church must recover serious, biblical models of governance and accountability if it hopes to move forward with credibility and faithfulness. Healthy church government is not about control—it is about protecting the flock, preserving doctrinal integrity, and ensuring leaders themselves are subject to authority.
This conversation looks beyond scandal and asks a deeper question: what kind of church structures are necessary to prevent these failures in the future?
Learn more about David Miller and his ministry:https://www.churchtknh.org/
Purchase David Miller’s book Redacted: The Secret History of Exorcism:https://a.co/d/02caEOpc

The Lazy Approach to Evangelism | Eric Hernandez

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In this audio-only episode, I sit down with apologist Eric Hernandez to talk about his book, The Lazy Approach to Evangelism, and why evangelism doesn’t have to feel intimidating, complicated, or unnatural.
We discuss:
• What practical, everyday evangelism actually looks like• Why apologetics plays a crucial role in reaching skeptics• The freedom that comes from remembering you don’t save anyone—God does• The responsibility we still carry to speak, engage, and step out in obedience
Too many Christians stay silent because they think they need all the answers. This conversation makes it clear: you don’t need perfection—you need faithfulness. Your job is proclamation. God handles regeneration.
If you’ve struggled with fear, hesitation, or overthinking when it comes to sharing your faith, this episode will give you clarity, confidence, and a biblical framework to get moving.
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The Joel Webbon Controversy and the Rise of Kinism (w/ Reformed Rican)

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In this episode, we address the growing controversy surrounding Joel Webbon and the deeply troubling remarks that have sparked renewed attention on kinism. We walk through what kinism actually teaches, why it is unbiblical, and why it is not just a theological error—but a morally corrosive ideology that cuts against the heart of the gospel.
Joining me is Reformed Rican from the Providence Perspective YouTube channel. Together, we aim to bring clarity to a debate that has become increasingly heated online, separating biblical Christianity from ethnic partiality, and explaining how the church ended up at this crossroads.
This conversation is not about outrage farming. It’s about truth, discernment, and guarding the church from ideologies that masquerade as “orthodoxy” while denying the very image of God in our neighbor.
🔗 Check out Providence Perspective on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@providenceperspective
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The Abortion Pill, Plan B, and the Truth About Abortion (w/ The ProLife Doc Dr. William Lile)

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. William Lile, also known as The ProLife Doc, for a medically grounded discussion on abortion, the abortion pill, and Plan B.
We focus on what abortion actually is, cutting through cultural talking points and euphemisms. Dr. Lile explains the key differences between Plan B and the abortion pill, how each works biologically, and why those differences matter both medically and morally.
We also address the risks abortion pills pose to women’s health—especially when taken without proper medical oversight. From excessive bleeding and infection to other serious complications, this conversation challenges the claim that chemical abortion is “safe and simple.”
Finally, we discuss abortion pill reversal: what it is, when it may be possible, and why timing and medical accuracy are critical. This portion is handled carefully, offering clarity without exaggeration and hope without false promises.
This is a sober, honest conversation rooted in medicine, biology, and a consistent pro-life ethic—spoken plainly and without apology.
Free Pro-Life Medical Resources:Dr. William Lile offers free educational materials athttps://www.prolifedoc.org/
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When the Demons Don’t Go: When Deliverance Doesn't Work (w/ Michael Miller & David Miller)

What happens when deliverance ministry doesn’t bring relief—despite sincere prayer, faith, and pastoral care?
In this episode, I’m joined by David M. Miller, author of Redacted, and Michael Miller of The Remnant Radio for a thoughtful, pastoral conversation about the limits of deliverance ministry and the harm that can occur when expectations aren’t handled carefully.
Rather than focusing on success stories, this discussion centers on the situations many pastors and believers quietly face: misdiagnosis, theological confusion, and discouragement when prayer doesn’t lead to immediate change. We talk about discernment, suffering, sanctification, and what faithfulness looks like when freedom doesn’t come the way we hoped.
This episode is for pastors, ministry leaders, and everyday Christians who want clarity without hype—and care without blame.
 
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An Atheist Examines the Evidence for Christianity (w/ Michael Ray Lewis)

In this episode, I talk with Michael Ray Lewis, director of the documentary Universe Designed.
Michael was an atheist who didn’t set out to find faith. But as he examined arguments from cosmology, design, and philosophy, he ran into questions atheism couldn’t adequately answer. Following the evidence wherever it led forced him to take Christianity seriously.
This is a grounded, honest conversation about faith and reason—without hype, emotional manipulation, or shallow talking points.
We discuss why science doesn’t eliminate God, why Christianity makes specific truth claims, and what it means to follow evidence with intellectual integrity.
🎬 Watch the documentary Universe Designed:https://universedesigned.com/watch-universe-designed/

Keith Foskey: Baptism Isn’t Just Symbolic: The Forgotten Baptist View

In today’s episode, I sit down with Keith Foskey to talk about baptism — what it is, why it matters, and why it is absolutely not optional for followers of Jesus.
We walk through the historic Baptist perspective found in the 1646 London Baptist Confession, a view far richer and more serious than what many modern Baptists hold today. Keith breaks down what early Baptists believed baptism actually does, why they refused to treat it as a throwaway symbol, and how Scripture ties baptism directly to obedience, discipleship, and identification with Christ and His church.
We also address the hard questions:
If baptism doesn’t save, what does it do?
Did early Baptists believe baptism had spiritual significance?
Why do so many churches treat baptism casually?
Can someone truly follow Jesus while refusing baptism?
What happens when churches recover a biblical, historic view of the ordinance?
This is a straightforward, Scripture-centered conversation meant to cut through modern confusion and return to what the Bible — and the early Baptists — actually taught.
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SAM STORMS: Faith, Healing, and God’s Sovereignty

This episode features a rich, honest conversation with Dr. Sam Storms on the nature of faith — especially as it relates to healing, spiritual gifts, and God’s sovereignty.
We explore how faith functions in the life of a believer who wants to pursue the power of the Holy Spirit without drifting into Word of Faith teaching or performance-based spirituality.
Topics we cover:• Biblical faith vs. “faith in faith”• Why Jesus honored faith in healing — but not as a formula• How Calvinists should think about healing and miracles• Faith’s role in prophecy and spiritual gifts• Handling disappointment when healing doesn’t come• Living with expectancy while fully trusting God’s sovereign timing
This conversation will challenge, comfort, and strengthen anyone who wants a Spirit-filled life anchored in Scripture.
Episode Links
• SamStorms.org – Sam Storms’ sermons, articles, resources• Charismatic Cheetah Merch (Michael Heiser tees + more): https://charismatic-cheetah.printify.me/• Fort Graham Baptist Church: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080161197294• Presbyterian Panda Meme Page: https://www.facebook.com/PresbyPanda
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The Hypostatic Union — How Jesus Is Fully God and Fully Man (with Lee Jones of Redemption Meditations)

What does it really mean that Jesus is both fully God and fully man? How can He be omnipotent and eternal, yet hunger, sleep, and experience pain?
In this episode, Michael sits down with Lee Jones, co-host of the podcast Redemption Meditations, for a deep yet approachable conversation on the hypostatic union — the mystery of Christ’s two natures united in one Person.
We cover:
What the hypostatic union actually means (John 1:14; Philippians 2:6-8)
Why Jesus sometimes seemed to “not know” things (Mark 5:30; Mark 13:32; John 11:11-14)
Whether He laid aside His divine attributes
Why it’s essential to hold His humanity and divinity in perfect balance
And how understanding this truth transforms our faith, worship, and view of salvation
This conversation is packed with insight for beginners and theology pros alike — challenging, clarifying, and deeply encouraging.
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