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. You’ll hear about:

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

• 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