What is the glory of God, and why does it matter so much?

In this episode of Theology Is Fun, Dr. Corey Abney and Dr. Ben Skaug wrap up a two-part conversation on God’s glory, tracing it from Exodus to the Transfiguration and ultimately to Jesus Christ Himself.

The discussion explores:

1. Why God’s glory is a summative term for all His infinite perfections
2. How humanity’s core problem isn’t just sin—but our failure to rightly reflect God’s glory
3. What Moses saw in the cleft of the rock, and why it matters today
4. How the Transfiguration answers the Exodus problem of a holy God dwelling with sinful people
5. Why Jesus is both the I AM and the One who fulfills the Law and the Prophets
6. How Christ’s “departure” (cross, resurrection, and ascension) solves the problem of sin and glory
7. Why the glory of God no longer merely appears among us—but now dwells within us by the Spirit

This episode connects big biblical moments—Exodus, Passover, Transfiguration, Pentecost—into one unified story of redemption, showing how God’s glory is revealed most clearly in the person and work of Jesus Christ.

If you’ve ever wondered what it actually means to “reflect God’s glory,” this conversation brings clarity, depth, and practical application—without taking itself too seriously.

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In this episode of The Theology Is Fun Podcast, Dr. Corey and Dr. Ben explore one of the most profound and misunderstood themes in Scripture: the glory of God.

The conversation centers on Moses’ request in Exodus 33—“Show me your glory”—and what that moment reveals about who God is and what He chooses to make known. Corey and Ben unpack why God’s relentless focus on His own glory is not egotistical, but good, necessary, and life-giving.

Tracing the theme from the burning bush and Mount Sinai into the New Testament, they show how God’s glory moves from smoke and fire to its fullest expression in a person. John’s declaration that “the Word became flesh and dwelt among us” reframes what Moses longed to see, pointing us to Jesus as the clearest revelation of God’s glory—full of grace and truth.

With theological clarity, humor, and pastoral insight, this episode reminds listeners that God’s glory is not distant or abstract. It is meant to lead us to Christ and shape every part of our lives.

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In this episode of Theology is Fun, Dr. Corey is joined by Venezuelan Pastor Jim Contreras for a timely conversation on how the church should respond when the world feels like it’s shaking.

With major headlines coming out of Venezuela, including the reported U.S. operation and detention of Nicolás Maduro, Pastor Jim shares a personal perspective from growing up in Venezuela under the Chávez/Maduro-era collapse: water shortages, power outages, food lines, fear, and how it impacted him.

But this episode isn’t political commentary; it’s a pastoral and biblical framework for Christians living through humanitarian and political unrest.

We talk about:

1. Why the gospel must stay first in every season
2. Why the gospel should be the stumbling block, not our opinions or tone
3. How Christian conduct matters most when culture is tense
4. How the gospel shapes relationships and unity even when we disagree
5. Why our ultimate citizenship is in heaven, not any earthly nation

We close by praying for Venezuela, for families affected, and for churches to stay anchored in Christ with courage, gentleness, and endurance.

Scriptures referenced: John 3:16, Ephesians 2:17–18, Romans 13, Acts 5, 1 Peter 2–3, Hebrews 10

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