166: Is Cremation A Sin?
From Do Theology by Kenn Chipchase; Jeremy Howard
June 9, 2026 · 1h 13m · Episode 167
About this episode
Jeremy discusses the topic of cremation versus burial from a Christian perspective, advocating for burial.
Jeremy dips his toe into the dangerous waters of opinion. And he asserts his own! While keeping doctrine in its place, Jeremy argues that Christians should pursue burial instead of cremation. Do Theology is part of Foundations Media. Learn more at https://foundationsmedia.org https://dotheology.com https://store.dotheology.com https://www.buymeacoffee.com/DoTheology Contact Us: show@dotheology.com https://twitter.com/dotheology https://facebook.com/dotheology Subscribe to the podcast: https://linktr.ee/DoTheology 0:00 Introduction 2:19 Opinions Shared on X 7:04 Jeremy's Opinion 7:57 The Doctrine Chart 10:56 "Fitting" vs. "Sinful" 19:17 A Brief History of Cremation 23:18 Burial Better Reflects Biblical Teaching 31:31 Burial Is Better Stewardship 38:40 Burial Is A Better Witness 47:05 What About Money? 53:30 Conscience Chatter
People in this episode
Host: Jeremy
Topics covered
- cremation
- burial
- Christian doctrine
- opinions
- biblical teaching
- stewardship
- witness
Keywords
- cremation
- burial
- Christianity
- doctrine
- stewardship
- witness
- history of cremation
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Organizations: Do Theology, Foundations Media
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