WELCOME TO A PLACE WHERE THEOLOGY IS LIVED

Theology should be accessible, practical, and deeply personal. Learning theology doesn’t have to be daunting or difficult. “A theology that isn’t livable isn’t helpful”

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KNOWING THE WORD

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GROWING IN THE WORD

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LIVING THE WORD

Humble Theology

HERE’S THE PROBLEM: A THEOLOGY THAT IS UNLIVABLE IS UNHELPFUL

→“I want to love the Bible, but it just feels too overwhelming to understand.”
Many believers feel stuck in their faith because Scripture seems too complex or academic to engage with confidently. They long for depth, but feel unequipped to access it without a theology degree. This can lead to surface-level engagement, frustration, or spiritual stagnation.

“I can’t tell what’s true anymore—everything sounds almost right.”
In a culture filled with subtle distortions of truth, it’s hard to discern what’s biblical and what’s just cleverly packaged opinion. Many followers of Jesus wrestle with how to filter cultural messages and trends through the lens of Scripture without becoming defensive, dismissive, or deceived.

“I’ve checked all the Christian boxes, but something still feels off.”
A hidden pride can form when faith becomes routine—Bible reading becomes a checklist instead of a transformation tool. People may not even realize they’ve substituted performance for intimacy with God, and need a gentle but convicting nudge to reawaken spiritual humility and hunger.

HEY, I’m Joel Muddamalle

The answer to these struggles isn’t found in striving harder—it’s found in growing deeper. Dr. Joel Muddamalle’s work is rooted in the belief that biblical literacy and spiritual humility are essential for navigating faith with clarity and conviction. Through his teaching, resources, and courses, Joel helps people move beyond confusion and complacency into a deeper understanding of God’s Word that transforms how they live. His approach makes theology accessible without watering it down, and invites believers to engage Scripture with both curiosity and reverence—because the more we understand God’s truth, the more we recognize our need for Him.

Start growing in the word

JOIN THE Humble Theology Substack

If you’re looking for a place to get bite-sized theology teachings, insights into the cultural moment through a Biblical and theological lens, and hang out with other Bible nerds, Dr. Joel’s Substack is the place for you. Best of all, you can get access to it for free!

CHECK OUT THE HUMBLE THEOLOGY YouTube

Welcome to the Humble Theology Youtube Channel- a place to study and explore the brilliant truths found in Scripture, discovering how God’s Word speaks into every part of life. With a focus on theological depth, the goal is to make rich, biblical teaching accessible and relatable for everyday living.

START READING - Dr. Joel’s Books

After years of requests to read his dissertation on spiritual beings, cosmic war, gods of the nations, and Paul’s theology of the “household,” Dr. Joel is excited to release his dissertation as a trade book. This one is extra special because it is dedicated to his 2nd Reader and Doctoral Advisor, the late great Dr. Michael Heiser. You can also pick up his first book, The Hidden Peace, and the various Bible studies he has written or co-authored!

  • "Joel is a gifted preacher and teacher of the Gospel. Not only will he exegete the text with expertise, he also has a unique ability to connect deeply to people’s hearts."

    Dr. Derwin L. Gray
    Lead Pastor, Transformation Church

  • Joel is amazing! He’s a dynamic presenter and really engages the audience during his presentation! He really inspires people to WANT to dig deep into the Word of God. So, if you’re a conference coordinator or put on your own conferences, I couldn’t recommend Joel more highly.

    Lysa Terkeurst
    New York Times Best Selling Author President, Proverbs 31 Ministries

  • Joel has an intense love for scripture that propels him to dig deep into the historical context and original languages of the passage in order to clearly engage with the text. He then graciously and passionately shares with others the truths he has unearthed in a way that makes them both understandable and applicable. If you want your knowledge of God’s word to grow, experiencing Joel’s teaching will help you in this endeavor.

    Karen Ehman
    New York Times best-selling author and Proverbs 31 Ministries speaker

THE UNSEEN Battle

Spiritual warfare, the three rebellions and Christ’s victory over dark powers

In The Unseen Battle, Joel Muddamalle explores the Bible’s supernatural storyline using Paul’s framework that God has both a divine and human family. Tracing this theme through the Old and New Testaments, Joel reveals the cosmic conflict at the heart of Scripture—and how Christ’s victory over dark powers changes everything.

This book answers questions like:

  • Did God really consult a divine council—the “sons of God”—in the Old Testament?

  • Who are the principalities and powers Paul mentions, and how do they connect to the Old Testament gods?

  • Were the Nephilim the offspring of angels and humans?

  • What does it mean that God divided the nations according to the sons of God in Deuteronomy 32?

  • Can Christians be demon-possessed?

  • What role do we play in the unseen spiritual war?

The Unseen Battle offers a balanced, biblically grounded approach to spiritual warfare—cutting through conspiracy theories and fear-based teaching to help readers understand what Scripture really says about evil, God’s plan, and our place in it.

5 THINGS TO DO WHEN PEACE BECOMES UNCOMFORTABLE

When you find yourself resisting peace, walk through these five steps. Enjoy this free guide from Dr. Joel Muddamalle