In this episode of Pastors Unfiltered, Pastor Tony Mattar sits down with pastor, podcaster, and theology nerd Austin Molt—host of Sexy Theology—for a wide-ranging, deep, and fun conversation about all things theology, church culture, and faith. From why theology matters to the truth about saints, eschatology, and church tradition, this episode is both thought-provoking and hilarious.

00:00 – Intro: Tony solos this week + shoutout to Austin Molt

01:40 – Meet Austin Molt: Pastor, podcaster, dad of “non-Christian” toddlers

04:30 – Austin’s ministry journey: From youth to associate pastor

06:40 – 13 years in youth ministry: The power of staying rooted

09:25 – Austin’s unexpected start in theology via Watchman Nee

13:00 – What is theology? A simple and deep explanation

15:15 – Why average Christians feel hesitant about theology

18:40 – Critical minds, not critical hearts – avoiding “heresy hunters”

21:50 – The value of learning in community and asking better questions

24:35 – Theology vs. preaching – why pastoring is harder

26:20 – When pastors teach questionable theology – how to respond with humility

30:00 – “Permission-based pastoring” and healthy correction in church

33:20 – Rapid Fire Q1: “If God has an elect, why try?”

36:50 – Rapid Fire Q2: Has Revelation already happened?

41:15 – Revelation’s triple genre: Epistle, apocalyptic, prophetic

44:25 – Austin’s criteria for second coming references

47:10 – Why we obsess over the end times & blood moons

49:00 – Dispensationalism explained in plain language

51:50 – How to know when theology has “strayed”

55:00 – Is scripture infallible? And how is it different from creeds?

57:00 – Why Gen Z is drawn to Eastern Orthodoxy

01:01:45 – Romanticism vs. theology: Don’t just fall for narratives

01:04:50 – Liturgical reverence meets Spirit empowerment – both can coexist

01:07:15 – Why Protestants don’t venerate saints

01:10:00 – Final Q: Why do most Protestant churches not display crosses?

01:13:30 – Austin critiques “hyper-spiritualism” – the importance of physical symbols

01:15:20 – Final segment: Sexy Theology podcast intro + origin story

01:17:45 – Wrap-up: Austin’s church building, podcast studio, and what’s next

01:19:20 – Tony’s outro + birthday roast for Morgan

You’ll hear about:

Why average Christians can and should explore theology

How ADHD actually helped Austin love theological study

A fresh breakdown of dispensationalism, Revelation, and Catholic/Orthodox traditions

What it means to hold truth and tension in spiritual maturity

Why Protestant churches don’t use crosses like they used to

And yes... the theology of Sasquatch makes an appearance 👀

Whether you’re a theology buff or just curious what it all means—this episode is for you. 🎧 Listen now and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share! 📍 Guest: @AustinMolt

🎙️ Podcast: Sexy Theology – Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube