Charismatic Cheetah Podcast

☕ Try Treinta Coffee and support the show: https://www.treintacoffee.com/ Use code CharismaticCheetah for 5% off your order. Dr. Merrill Greene returns to the podcast to discuss his book Drunk in the Spirit and the biblical, historical, and cultural evidence for altered states of consciousness, trance, ecstasy, and unusual spiritual experiences. We begin by defining altered states of consciousness and examining evidence from the Ancient Near East showing that ecstatic prophetic experiences were known within the cultural world of the Bible. From there, we explore numerous biblical examples, with particular attention given to Saul among the prophets and the unusual events surrounding him in 1 Samuel. We also discuss Abraham, Adam, the seventy elders, Balaam, Hannah, David, Miriam, Ezekiel, and other possible examples. The conversation then moves into the New Testament and early Christianity, including Peter and Paul's experiences of trance, prophetic speech, the language of being “in the Spirit,” the Didache, Tertullian, and accounts from the early church. Finally, we turn to the question that matters for continuationists today: What should Christians actually do with this? How can we remain open to genuine manifestations of the Holy Spirit while recognizing that experiences can also be manufactured, faked, or counterfeit? How should pastors discern unusual manifestations? And what does Paul's command for order in the church look like when genuine spiritual experiences may themselves appear strange? This is a conversation about taking both the supernatural activity of God and biblical discernment seriously. Learn more about Dr. Merrill Greene: https://www.weirdgod.com/ Get Merrill's books: https://a.co/d/09XCNsSY Treinta Coffee: https://www.treintacoffee.com/ Use code CharismaticCheetah for 5% off. Charismatic Cheetah Merch: https://charismatic-cheetah.printify.me/

Try Treinta Coffee and support both the show and the rebuilding of Fort Graham Baptist Church's sanctuary after the recent fire: https://www.treintacoffee.com/ Use code CharismaticCheetah for 5% off your order. In this episode, I'm joined by Jon Zens for a conversation about the person and ministry of the Holy Spirit. While many discussions today focus on spiritual experiences, miraculous gifts, or personal revelations, we explore what the New Testament presents as the Holy Spirit's central work: glorifying Jesus Christ. Together, we examine how the Holy Spirit directs believers to Christ, opens our eyes to the truth of Scripture, convicts the world concerning sin, and transforms God's people into the likeness of Christ. We also discuss the importance of keeping our focus on Christ rather than allowing subjective experiences to become the measure of spiritual maturity. Regardless of your theological background, this conversation is an invitation to think carefully about the Holy Spirit's purpose and to recover a thoroughly Christ-centered understanding of His ministry. Learn more about Jon Zens and his ministry: https://www.searchingtogether.org/ Jon Zens' personal website: https://www.jonzens.com/ Support the show and check out the official Charismatic Cheetah merch—including the coffee mug featured in this episode: https://charismatic-cheetah.printify.me/

Try Treinta Coffee and support both the show and the rebuilding of Fort Graham Baptist Church’s sanctuary after the recent fire: https://www.treintacoffee.com/ Use code CharismaticCheetah for 5% off your order. In this episode, I’m joined by Steve Gregg for a thoughtful discussion on Israel, the Church, and what the Bible actually calls Christians to believe regarding the modern nation of Israel. Many Christians have been taught that supporting modern Israel politically is a biblical obligation, but is that what Scripture teaches? Throughout this conversation, we examine the relationship between Old Testament Israel and the New Testament people of God, how biblical promises should be understood in light of Christ, and whether passages commonly used to defend unconditional support for Israel are being interpreted correctly. We also discuss how Christians can avoid both hostility toward Jewish people and unquestioning political allegiance, while still maintaining a Gospel-centered perspective. Ultimately, the conversation returns to a central Christian conviction: that all people—Jew and Gentile alike—stand in need of Christ. This episode is a careful and Scripture-focused exploration of one of the most debated theological and political questions in modern evangelicalism. More from Steve Gregg: https://www.thenarrowpath.com/ Get the Michael Heiser shirt Michael was wearing and support the show: https://charismatic-cheetah.printify.me/

Try Treinta Coffee and support the show: https://www.treintacoffee.com/ Use code CharismaticCheetah for 5% off your order. 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 Get the book: https://a.co/d/09XCNsSY  

Try Treinta Coffee and support the show: https://www.treintacoffee.com/ Use code CharismaticCheetah for 5% off your order. 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

Treinta Coffee ☕ Before you head into work, church, or your next conversation about faith, grab some coffee that’s actually worth it. Get 5% off with code CharismaticCheetah at 👉 https://www.treintacoffee.com/ 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. 📘 Get The Lazy Approach to Evangelism: https://a.co/d/052zJsDf 🌐 Eric’s Website: https://ehmapologetics.org/ 🛒 Charismatic Cheetah Merch Support the show and grab some gear: https://charismatic-cheetah.printify.me/ If this episode sharpened you, share it with someone who needs the push to stop sitting on the sidelines.

Treinta Coffee ☕ Start your day with genuinely excellent coffee. Use code CharismaticCheetah for 5% off your order at https://www.treintacoffee.com/ 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 Special thanks to those who continue to support this work: Fort Graham Baptist Church – https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080161197294 Presbyterian Panda – https://www.facebook.com/PresbyPanda Shelden Young 🛒 Charismatic Cheetah Merch Support the show and rep the channel: https://charismatic-cheetah.printify.me/ If you found this discussion helpful, consider sharing it. These conversations matter—especially right now.

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 at https://www.prolifedoc.org/ Support the Show & Merch: Charismatic Cheetah & Michael Heiser–inspired merch: https://charismatic-cheetah.printify.me/ Special Thanks: Fort Graham Baptist Church https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080161197294 Presbyterian Panda https://www.facebook.com/PresbyPanda Shelden Young

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.   Special thanks to Presbyterian Panda and Fort Graham Baptist Church for their support. https://www.facebook.com/PresbyPanda Fort Graham Baptist Church https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080161197294

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/