Lutheran Answers

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  The Liturgy & Christian Life 09.08.2026 1h 4min

  Today on the show I have Pastor Will Weedon to discuss the Liturgy!It's an amazing time.Check out the website for answers to your questions: https://www.lutherananswers.com/Want to support the show? We have merch!https://www.lutherananswers.com/merch/
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  From Mormonism to Lutheranism 26.07.2026 1h 23min

  Welcome back!In this episode I have Mr. Matthew Eklund (@Ion_Eyes) on the show to discuss his life as a Mormon, the doubts he faced, and why he ultimately left the LDS church and became a Lutheran.
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  Reforming Faith: Chris LaBelle 12.12.2024 1h 51min

  Follow Chris x/@TheLabelleLifeCheck out LaBelleLife.comChris's Business: 3 Nerds & A ServerNifty Links: Join the Community Click Here to Check Out the Store Click Here to Donate Greatest Theology Newsletter on the PlanetTranscript[00:00:03] Remy: I would love to just keep geeking out with you all night.[00:00:08] Chris: Anytime.[00:00:09] Remy: Chris, welcome to the show, man. Thank you for being here.[00:00:12] Chris: Thank you.Glad to be here.[00:00:16] Remy: So I think we have a pretty comprehensive talk tonight. I've got my show notes up here in front of me. We have a pretty comprehensive talk tonight about all sorts of things, I guess just your own sort of journey to Lutheranism and then to, you know, leading your family and. And, you know, father led faith formation, things like this, which is wonderful and something I really want to discuss. Overall.[00:00:47] Chris: I. I actually grew up in the ELCA Lutheran Church.[00:00:52] Remy: Okay.[00:00:53] Chris: Which wasn't the nightmare that it is now, but it was still. I mean, you know, we had some female pastors, like, associates growing up. Right. And I remember even back in Sunday school, you know, my, My teacher would take biblical stories and try to give scientific explanations for things. And so, you know, I. I remember one time she had this story how, you know, Moses led the Israelites across to the Sea of Reeds rather than the Red Sea, and that it was much easier to cross.And so, you know, my teenage mind, I was like, well, you know, that doesn't really solve your problem because then you have Pharaoh and his armies drowning in a shallow sea of reeds.[00:01:45] Remy: Yeah.[00:01:45] Chris: So one way or the other, you know, something miraculous had to happen.And it. It was definitely miraculous that I kept my faith during that time because, you know, it just. It seems like everything was going against it. But as. As I grew up, I. I started to question infant baptism. That was probably the. The biggest struggle I had.And I decided I wanted to go look for a different church because I just didn't like the direction the ELCA was going. Sure. So I ended up at a Mennonite Brethren Church, Anabaptist.And there, I mean, they welcomed me in.And it. It's still a church that I love the people there. And, you know, there's a few guys that I'll meet with every week for Bible study. So, you know, I keep in good contact with them. I. I actually just saw the pastor that church about a week ago.But over the course of, like, the last or the. The. I was there about 17, 18 years, and I just struggled with this idea of someone being baptized and saved as an infant. And it. It got to the point where my main struggle was, you know, when do we enter into this covenant? You know, do you enter into the covenant upon baptism as a baby or upon profession of belief? You know, because Jesus had talked about being born again. So I was like, well, you Know, if you're born again, that means that at some point you make a decision for Jesus. And is that the point that you enter into the covenant?And that's.[00:03:43] Remy: That's fascinating. If. I'm sorry to interrupt, but if I could. Why.I mean, why is that the conclusion, you know, that if you're born again, it means you must make a decision. And I don't know, maybe it's just my own post Lutheran mind, like, now that I'm like a Luthera...
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  The Dave Ramsey of Death 14.11.2024 1h 35min

  Today I'm joined by Lutheran probate attorney Jen Gumble of Organized Afterlife!Check out Jen's amazing services at Organized Afterlife!Follow Jen on X: @JGumblePlease Consider GivingNifty Links: Join the Community Click Here to Check Out the Store Click Here to Donate Greatest Theology Newsletter on the PlanetTranscript[00:00:00] Remy: This episode of Lutheran Answers is brought to you by our sponsor, Dial A Podcast. Dial A Podcast, proud sponsor of Lutheran Answers, provides a simple yet powerful solution to bring your church's sermons and Bible studies closer to those who might be a step away from the digital world. Getting started with a local telephone number is easy, allowing anyone to listen to your content with just a phone call at their convenience. It's an excellent way for congregations of all size to extend their reach. Get started with a 30 day risk free trial at dialapodcast.com and ensure no one misses out out on your church's messages.Not the best show in the world, but I just keep it light.Jen, thanks for conversational. So, yeah, thanks for coming on.Let's see. I do have show notes here that. See, if I were better at this, I would have the show notes up already.But we are going to discuss a couple of things. Memento Mori, Vacation as Vocation as a legacy, and anything that we can fit within those topics, including why you're a Lutheran, how these things are distinct in Lutheran theology and practice.But to get us started off, your thing is organized afterlife. You are a probate attorney, huh?[00:01:32] Jen: Yep. Probate and estate planning attorney.And the.There, there's a couple parts of that where you, I get to kind of see the results of people's lives, you know, on a daily basis.And then kind of the importance of education, having an estate plan that works.[00:01:55] Remy: Okay.[00:01:56] Jen: So that's where the online stuff comes into it. Um, almost. I, I joke with people. There needs to be a Dave Ramsey of death.[00:02:03] Remy: So that's nice. Oh my gosh. Can you please. That is so great. A Dave Ramsey of death. Can you please? That should be like your whole brand. That's amazing.[00:02:18] Jen: It's like, it's like I say, I say in three words and everyone gets it. It's so funny.[00:02:23] Remy: Yeah.A Dave Ramsey of death. I'm writing that down. There's no particular reason I'm writing that down. I just think that is so great. Oh my gosh. It does, it does encapsulate everything you do. Huh? Because like now I totally get it.[00:02:40] Jen: Yep.[00:02:41] Remy: I totally get it. Wow.Even though you're a probate attorney, how often do your friends and family ask you to go to traffic court for them?[00:02:50] Jen: I've, I've done it a couple times.Just probably more recently in my career I've been able to, to really niche down. But for a long time I was a, I was a small town attorney.[00:03:01] Remy: Oh.[00:03:01] Jen: And so like, like, I loved estate planning. And probate, but every once in a while, you know, like, I've been a city attorney for some small cities and, you know, traffic court for family, and I was successful.[00:03:16] Remy: I.I'm. I'm always amazed. I. It's going to sound like I get tickets all the time. I don't. I've used this guy twice in, like, the last 10 years. But there's this guy in our town, and I don't know. I mean, I assume it's legal because...
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  Reforming Faith: Moses Bratrud 09.07.2023 1h 17min

  Send me a text! This week I had the pleasure of interviewing the wonderful Moses Bratrud on his journey to Lutheranism from Dutch Reformed theology.  We had such a great time talking about Reformed Theology vs Lutheran Theology, Anglicanism, Pentecostalism, and the various ways in which we impact theology and it impacts us. I hope you enjoy this episode! Follow Moses! Moses' Blog Moses' Twitter Minnesota Family Council Support the Show. Join The Community! Check Out The Store! Donate to Support the Show Subscribe to the Newsletter Check Us Out Everywhere We Are ➡️ https://www.lutherananswers.com/ ➡️ https://www.x.com/LutheranAnswers➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/LutheranAnswers
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  Zombies, Theology, & Literature with Pastor Pay 20.07.2023 57min

  Send me a text! Pastor Garen Pay, author of an amazing Zombie novel, stops by to discuss life, literature, and theology with me! If you haven't read it, Pastor Pay's book EccleZia is about a small town pastor who has to shepherd his family and his flock through the zombie apocalypse. It's a great book that I had a very hard time putting down. It's jam packed with solid action, great zombie stuff, comforting theology, and a beautiful story. Make sure you pick up a copy of his book today! eccleZia: Pastoral Theology for the Zombie Plague And make sure you follow Pastor Garen Pay on Twitter @garen_pay Support the Show. Join The Community! Check Out The Store! Donate to Support the Show Subscribe to the Newsletter Check Us Out Everywhere We Are ➡️ https://www.lutherananswers.com/ ➡️ https://www.x.com/LutheranAnswers➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/LutheranAnswers
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  Names, Nations, & The New Testament – Madelyn Craig 14.07.2023 1h 8min

  Send me a text! My very dear friend Madelyn Rose Craig was kind enough to come on my podcast and discussion creationism, language, and her work on her book Names, Nations, & The New Testament.  Maddy and I spent a very long time talking through a ton of different issues, some briefly (Nephilim), some very in depth (the impartation of language to humanity), and it was such a lovely time. I've had her amazing husband Josh on twice now and I'm ashamed it took me this long to have Madelyn on. I hope you enjoy this episode! Buy Maddy's Books! Names, Nations, and the New Testament: Investigating the origins of mankind from Genesis to Acts Where the Moss Grows Old Reading Journal Church Journal Even More Maddy Stuff on Amazon! Madelyn's Red Bubble Shop Support the Show. Join The Community! Check Out The Store! Donate to Support the Show Subscribe to the Newsletter Check Us Out Everywhere We Are ➡️ https://www.lutherananswers.com/ ➡️ https://www.x.com/LutheranAnswers➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/LutheranAnswers
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  The Official LCMS Twitter Account 27.07.2023 1h 4min

  Send me a text! I spent 18 years tracking down the infamous man behind the LCMS twitter account. Finally, I found him. Join Peter Slayton and myself as we chat about theology, Lutheranism, and Social Media! Follow Peter @theog33k Follow @thelcms Summary of Christian Doctrine Crucial Productions Support the Show. Join The Community! Check Out The Store! Donate to Support the Show Subscribe to the Newsletter Check Us Out Everywhere We Are ➡️ https://www.lutherananswers.com/ ➡️ https://www.x.com/LutheranAnswers➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/LutheranAnswers
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  A Conversation With @Literally_Chad 07.06.2023 1h 3min

  Send me a text! In this week's episode, I share with you part one of a two hour conversation that I had with Everyone's Favorite Chad, the one that's Literally Catholic: @Literally_Chad. This episode, like I said, is part one. I felt like a big two hour thing was a bit too long, since my episodes average about 70 minutes. I didn't want to suddenly double the runtime for you guys. Unfortunately part two of the audio was lost to time. I would love to give you notes on what we talk about, but we really run the gamut and talk about everything. This discussion started out as us taking on getting guys to just DM the girl and get married so we can have more Christian babies, but we ended up – pretty immediately – moving on to other topics. Support the Show. Join The Community! Check Out The Store! Donate to Support the Show Subscribe to the Newsletter Check Us Out Everywhere We Are ➡️ https://www.lutherananswers.com/ ➡️ https://www.x.com/LutheranAnswers➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/LutheranAnswers
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  4 Questions No Christian Can Answer 01.06.2023 55min

  Send me a text! In this fresh tasty episode I spent an hour speaking with Roman Catholic @Literally_Chad about Tim Sledge's (@Goodbye_Jesus) book "Four Disturbing Questions with One Simple Answer" – a book that supposedly no Christian can get through without doubting their faith.Unsurprisingly we both made it through. I hope you enjoy this episode! Support the Show. Join The Community! Check Out The Store! Donate to Support the Show Subscribe to the Newsletter Check Us Out Everywhere We Are ➡️ https://www.lutherananswers.com/ ➡️ https://www.x.com/LutheranAnswers➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/LutheranAnswers
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  Interview: Pr. Ben Meyer 05.07.2023 1h 4min

  Send me a text! On this episode of Lutheran Answers I got the chance to speak down with my dear friend Pastor Ben Meyer. Pr. Meyer is such a wonderful man, and such a great pastor. He does so much for the online Lutheran Community, and it was so great to sit and chat with him. Unfortunately for Pastor Meyer, only a fool would be on this podcast. Support the Show. Join The Community! Check Out The Store! Donate to Support the Show Subscribe to the Newsletter Check Us Out Everywhere We Are ➡️ https://www.lutherananswers.com/ ➡️ https://www.x.com/LutheranAnswers➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/LutheranAnswers
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  50 Shades of Gray or Worship Music? 07.07.2023 1h 20min

  Send me a text! On this episode of Lutheran Answers I sit down with Jared to discuss American Evangelicalism, Dispensationalist Eschatology, and play a fun little game where we try to figure out if we're reading a line from a Contemporary Christian Music Worship song or the 50 Shades of Gray series. It was a lot of fun! Follow Jared @Econotheist Scholastic Lutherans Support the Show. Join The Community! Check Out The Store! Donate to Support the Show Subscribe to the Newsletter Check Us Out Everywhere We Are ➡️ https://www.lutherananswers.com/ ➡️ https://www.x.com/LutheranAnswers➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/LutheranAnswers
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  Jonah, Part 3 | Rev. Dr. Jason Gudim 08.06.2024 47min

  Send me a text! I'm sorry this took so long to get out! Here is part three of my discussion of Jonah with the Most Highly Esteemed Reverend Doctor Jason Gudim, M.D., Ed.D., Ph.D, D.Min., M.O., DDS, Chiropractor. Join us as we discuss Jonah's anger over Nineveh's repentance, Chapters 3 and 4 of Jonah.  Check Out Dr. Gudim: Doctor Jason Pastor's Twitter Being Lutheran Podcast Daily Book of Concord Substack Assocation of Free Lutheran Congregations Free Lutheran Bible College Support the Show. Join The Community! Check Out The Store! Donate to Support the Show Subscribe to the Newsletter Check Us Out Everywhere We Are ➡️ https://www.lutherananswers.com/ ➡️ https://www.x.com/LutheranAnswers➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/LutheranAnswers
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  Pentecostalism & Rachel 01.07.2023 1h 3min

  Send me a text! I got to sit down with my very dear and completely engaged friend Rachel Gernhardt to discuss what it was like to grow up in a Pentecostal tradition. I hope you enjoy this episode! As you'll hear it was recorded 3 or 4 months ago during Advent! But don't worry, I've spent all this time recording and meeting people and lining up interviews for a great year! What a kick off for Season 2 of the Lutheran Answers Podcast! Support the Show. Join The Community! Check Out The Store! Donate to Support the Show Subscribe to the Newsletter Check Us Out Everywhere We Are ➡️ https://www.lutherananswers.com/ ➡️ https://www.x.com/LutheranAnswers➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/LutheranAnswers
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  Interview: Bryan Wolfmueller 04.07.2023 1h 16min

  Send me a text! In this episode I had the absolute joy of sitting down with Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller, who is someone I admire so much. We had such a good time chatting about witchcraft, paganism, and what makes Christianity different. Check out Pr. Wolfmueller's website Wolfmueller.co and make sure to sign up for his weekly Wednesday What~Not list! Support the Show. Join The Community! Check Out The Store! Donate to Support the Show Subscribe to the Newsletter Check Us Out Everywhere We Are ➡️ https://www.lutherananswers.com/ ➡️ https://www.x.com/LutheranAnswers➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/LutheranAnswers
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  Reverend Matthew Fenn 06.02.2025 1h 3min

  Pastor Matthew Fenn, a former Jehovah's Witness and repentant Canadian, shares his remarkable journey from cultic beliefs to the Lutheran faith. In this episode, he discusses doctrinal contrasts, cultural shifts, and the profound impact of encountering the gospel of grace.This episode of Lutheran Answers features Pastor Matthew Fenn, an AALC pastor and former Jehovah's Witness, sharing his story of theological transformation. Pastor Fenn discusses his upbringing within the Jehovah's Witness tradition, highlighting its unique doctrines such as denying the Trinity, rejecting the immortality of the soul, and advocating a works-based salvation. He explains how studying Scripture, particularly Philippians 3, led him to question Jehovah’s Witness teachings and ultimately embrace Lutheran theology.Pastor Fenn also shares insights into the cultural differences between Canada and the U.S., reflecting on his move to Iowa and his experiences as a "repentant Canadian." The episode concludes with a discussion about law and gospel, the challenges of pastoral ministry, and the joys of living in grace-centered theology.Things We DiscussedFollow Pastor Fenn on X Proper Distinction of Law & Gospel The AALC ALTSPlease Consider GivingNifty Links: Join the Community Click Here to Check Out the Store Click Here to Donate Greatest Theology Newsletter on the PlanetTranscriptRemy: Foreign commences Pastor Matthew Finn. Welcome, sir, to Lutheran Answers.Pr. Fenn: I'm on Lutheran Answers.Remy: Oh, yes, unfortunately, you are. I know Jordan has probably warned you away from it.Pr. Fenn: It's okay. We can, you know. Did I beat Jordan? He hasn't been on yet, has he?Remy: No.Pr. Fenn: Okay, good.Remy: No, he won't return my calls or emails or anything.Pr. Fenn: Thanks for having me. It's a pleasure to have to be on.Remy: Yeah. So I posted a video with Gage Garlinghouse in which we talked about sacred hours.The Lutheran Daily Office.Pr. Fenn: Yes.Remy: And immediately after that went up, your lawyers sent me a cease and desist, saying that unless I had you on to give you full credit for the book, I could not keep that episode up. So you are actually not Gage, you are the mastermind behind that book.Pr. Fenn: I am the mastermind behind that book. That book exists because I was frustrated with all the other books that exist.Remy: That's. I feel like the story behind most books, actually.Pr. Fenn: In all fairness, though, I mean, the treasury of Daily Prayer is an excellent resource. The Brotherhood Prayer Book is also an excellent resource.Oremus. Also very good resource. Those are the big three. But I have gripes with all of them.Remy: Why is yours better?Pr. Fenn: Because I made.Remy: It works for me.Pr. Fenn: No, ours is different. It's not intending to do the same thing. So the treasury of Daily Prayer gives you the lecture, the daily lecture that's in Lutheran service book that is not intended to be a lectionary for both matins and vespers every day. It's intending to give you an Old Testament lesson and a New Testament lesson, each of about 25 verses apiece to give you an overview. So it's not intending to try to cover the Old and New Testaments and the Psalms in. In a year....
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  Ryan and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints 03.07.2023 42min

  Send me a text! I had the wonderful joy to sit down with very excellent Twitter Lutheran Ryan Moody to discuss his journey from Baptist, to Atheist, to Mormon, to Lutheran! We spend some time discussing what Mormon culture is like, how he became a Mormon, and what ultimately lead him to the comforts of Confessional Lutheranism. Follow Ryan on Twitter @LutheranLemur Resources For Reaching Out to Your Mormon Friends: Truth in Love Ministries Speaking the Truth in Love to Mormons Are you currently a member of the LDS church? Please click here to check out Be Ye Perfect, a free resource for people in the LDS faith. Support the Show. Join The Community! Check Out The Store! Donate to Support the Show Subscribe to the Newsletter Check Us Out Everywhere We Are ➡️ https://www.lutherananswers.com/ ➡️ https://www.x.com/LutheranAnswers➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/LutheranAnswers
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  Matt Whitman from Ten Minute Bible Hour 27.02.2025 1h 22min

  Matt Whitman of The Ten Minute Bible Hour joins Lutheran Answers for a wide-ranging discussion on faith, theology, and the shifting landscape of Christian thought. From exploring his own theological journey to discussing shrewdness, church structure, and the challenges of religious taxonomy, this episode is an insightful and engaging conversation.In this episode, Matt Whitman, known for his Ten Minute Bible Hour YouTube channel, shares his background, theological journey, and thoughts on the broader Christian landscape. He reflects on his upbringing in a faith-based home, his period of questioning and rediscovery of the Bible, and how that journey shaped his approach to Christian content creation. He also discusses the evolution of his online presence, from early Bible studies to deep dives into different Christian denominations, and how his conversations with people across traditions have broadened his perspective.A key theme of the discussion is the importance of shrewdness in Christian life, as encouraged by Jesus in Matthew 10:16. Matt and Remy explore how different Christian traditions approach theological authority, the institutional structure of churches, and the balance between tradition and reform. They also touch on the influence of social media on religious discourse, the effects of AI on theological discussions, and the ways in which digital technology is forcing transparency on religious institutions.The conversation further delves into Matt’s experience attending an AFLC (Association of Free Lutheran Congregations) church, his appreciation for Lutheran theology, and how his background in the Evangelical Free Church influences his current perspective. Other topics covered include the theology of the holiness movement, the Mormon Church’s evolving doctrine, and the tension between tradition and adaptability in Christian history.Things To Check Out:Follow Matt on Elon Musk's X Matt's TMBH Website The Ten Minute Bible Hour YouTube Channel The Ten Minute Bible Hour Podcast (Also on YouTube!) No Dumb Questions Ironwood RhinoPlease Consider GivingNifty Links: Join the Community Click Here to Check Out the Store Click Here to Donate Greatest Theology Newsletter on the Planet
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  Interview: Pr. Brian Thomas 11.06.2023 57min

  Send me a text! Pastor Brian Thomas is the pastor of Grace Lutheran in San Diego, CA. He is the author of "Wittenberg vs. Geneva" and "Draw Me Unto Thee: A Lenten Prayerbook." As a former naval officer, he loves serving our sailors and marines in the local San Diego region. His work can be found at 1517, where he is a contributor. Pr. Thomas's Books Wittenberg Vs Geneva (#af) Draw Me Unto Thee Support the Show. Join The Community! Check Out The Store! Donate to Support the Show Subscribe to the Newsletter Check Us Out Everywhere We Are ➡️ https://www.lutherananswers.com/ ➡️ https://www.x.com/LutheranAnswers➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/LutheranAnswers
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  Reforming Faith: Nevin Lawrence 05.03.2024 59min

  Send me a text! Nevin Lawrence, long time listener and huge fan of the show, finally got to have his biggest dream in life come true: Come on the Lutheran Answers show and share his story of coming to a Lutheran understanding of the Christian Faith. Follow Nevin & His Wife on Twitter Nevin Louise Support the Show. Join The Community! Check Out The Store! Donate to Support the Show Subscribe to the Newsletter Check Us Out Everywhere We Are ➡️ https://www.lutherananswers.com/ ➡️ https://www.x.com/LutheranAnswers➡️ https://www.tiktok.com/LutheranAnswers