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We continue our look at the books of Samuel with one of the clearest pictures of Christ in the Old Testament - the story of David and Goliath.
This week we dive into the continued fall of Saul and the friendship between David and Jonathan.
Pastor Wade continues our dive into the books of Samuel, this week looking at the fall of Saul and the anointing of David.
Pastor Jones continues our look at the books of Samuel. This week, we focus on Jonathan's success and Saul's rash vow.
Pastor Wade continues our dive into 1 Samuel, this week we look at Israel's call for a king.
This week Pastor Wade teaches about the exiling of the Ark of the Covenant and Israel's unfaithfulness.
Pastor Kyle Jones continues our look at the books of Samuel. Specifically, how the Word of God was rare in those days.
Pastor Wade continues our study this week by looking at the triple-decker sandwich of unfaithfulness.
Pastor Kyle Jones takes us through the next portion of our study of the books of Samuel.
Starting a new format and a new series, the Gospel for You begins to look at the books of Samuel!
Diving deeper into the depths of the Law and getting that sweet nectar of the Gospel, which is for you!
We kick off our third minor prophet in a row on this week's episode of the Gospel for You!
We finish up the book of Haggai by looking at his second chapter on this week's episode of the Gospel for You!
We begin our second book of the minor prophets, this time looking at the first chapter of Haggai.
We look at the final chapter of the minor prophet Malachi on this week's episode of the Gospel for You!
Our third episode of the Prophet Malachi is now available for your listening ears! Come and hear about the precepts of God and where grace can be found!
We continue looking at the Minor Prophet Malachi and hear some of the harshest Law of the Old Testament.
The Gospel for You returns! Beginning our study of the Minor Prophets of the Old Testament. Daniel, Jeffrey, and Mark dive into Malachi chapter one.
On this episode of the Gospel for You, we finish up the last half of chapter twelve of Hebrews. The conversation emphasizes the kingdom of God.
We cover all of Hebrews chapter 11 this week and turn our attention to the meaning of faith and all the faithful witnesses of Scripture.
Welcome back to the Gospel for You! After a brief sabbatical, the usual suspects are recording once more. Join us this week as we wrap up the last portion of Hebrews 10!
Pastor Mark Witte joins us to begin chapter ten of Hebrews. We read through the text and wrestle with how Christ is the one great sacrifice which atones for our sins.
On this episode, Pastor Mark Witte of Grace Monroe joins us to talk about the final portion of chapter nine of Hebrews. The conversation focuses in on the old and new covenant promises that God has made to creation.
In this episode, we look at the first half of chapter nine of Hebrews. The conversation breaks down the layout of the Temple and its connections to the person of Jesus Christ.
On this episode, we are once again joined by Pastor Jeff Heimsoth of Trinity, Monroe MI. We look at how the writer of Hebrews transitions from the Old Covenant God made with Israel to the Jesus instituted New Covenant with all the world.
On this week's episode, Pastor Jeff Heimsoth of Trinity Lutheran in Monroe, MI joins us to talk about the second half of Hebrews 7.
We finish up chapter six of the letter to the Hebrews on this week's episode. In it, we look at the promises of God and how they always point to the future promise that all things will be made new on the Last Day.
Pastor Curtis Garland joins us to talk about Hebrews five and six. We continue the discussion about Jesus being the high priest and what the dangers of falling away from his presence are.
On this episode, Pastor Lee Cullen finishes up his trilogy of shows by looking at Hebrews four and five. We dive deeper into looking at what it means for Jesus to be the greatest high priest and what that means.
Pastor Lee Cullen joins us again this week to continue the conversation in Hebrews chapters three and four. We discuss the perils of unbelief and the rest that believers have in Christ Jesus.
This episode we are joined by Lee Cullen of Holy Ghost Lutheran in Monroe, MI. We continue the discussion about Jesus' supremacy over creation and transition to how he is also greater than the prophet Moses.
No fake small talk on this episode! We look at the Fourth Petition of Luther's Large Catechism.
On this episode, featuring Rev. Mark Witte of Grace Lutheran in Monroe, MI, we look at the beginning of chapter two of Hebrews and talk about how Hebrews lays out one's salvation.
We finish up talking about the first chapter of Hebrews and begin to discuss the purpose of this letter. There are conversations about angels, the use of Old Testament quotations, and the supremacy of Jesus.
Mark Witte of Grace Monroe joins Jeff and Dan on this episode of the Gospel for You. We look at the background of the epistle to the Hebrews, speculate on the author, and cover the first four verses of this complicated and nuanced letter.
Arguably the hardest petition to pray, we cover the Third Petition of the Lord's Prayer, "Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven." In a world that tells us to exert our will on our surroundings, dive into the freedom of dwelling in the will of God.
In our final episode of the book of Ruth, we are again joined by Professor Charles Schulz of Concordia University - Ann Arbor. We dive into the conclusion of Ruth's story and wrap up our discussion on our series of Joshua, Judges, and Ruth.
Professor Charles Schulz of Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins us to continue our journey through the book of Ruth. We look at how God continues to provide for Ruth and set up the motif of "redeemer" that weaves through all of Scripture.
Dr. Penhallegon continues our discussion on Ruth chapter 2. We continue the story with Ruth finally meeting Boaz and hearing about God's grace on His people.
Thy Kingdom Come. What does this mean? It means that our conversation on the Lord's Prayer continues on Coffee with the Confessions this week!
Dr. Phil Penhallegon joins the Gospel for You to transition us from the book of Judges to the book of Ruth. We get into the background of this short book as well as cover the first chapter.
On his final episode of the trilogy, Pastor Jones joins the Gospel for You to look at the final chapter of Judges. We discuss the anachronistic nature of the book of Judges and what that means as we look forward to Ruth.
Hallowed be Thy name. What does this mean? It means that we are doing the First Petition of the Lord's Prayer today on Coffee with the Confessions!
Pastor Kyle Jones continues to join us on the Gospel for You as we get ever closer to the end of the book of Judges. We look at a heavy chapter which details the in-fighting between the tribes of Israel.
This week in the Confessions we look at the Introduction to the Lord's Prayer in Luther's Large Catechism. Props go to Rev. David Dunlop for the edit!
On this week's episode we are joined by Pastor Kyle Jones of St. John's Waltz to discuss what quite possibly may be the darkest chapter in the book of Judges. What is that chapter about? Listen and find out!
In this week's episode of the Gospel for You, we look at Judges chapter 18 with Pastor Curtis Garland of Immanuel, East Ida. We examine the tribe of Dan and how they set up their own order and center of worship.
This week we dive into chapter seventeen of Judges. We discuss the culture of the day, why a Levite would be sojourning throughout the land, and the dangers of idolatry.
After quite the hiatus, we are back to regularly scheduled programs of Coffee with the Confessions. Join us as we dive into the Third Article of Luther's Large Catechism!
Pastor Curtis Garland of Immanuel Lutheran in East Ida, MI joins Dan and Jeff as we continue our journey into the book of Judges. This week, we look at the account of Samson and Delilah, we get a little side-tracked, and we see Christ crucified for all creation.
In this episode, we dive into Judges 15. We look at Samson's rise to power and prevalence as he defeats Philistines and comes into his own as Judge of Israel.
We begin looking at the life of Samson this week in Judges 13. Pastor Lee Cullen is the guest through this portion of Samson's life. The topics include knowing the presence of God, the grace he bestows on us, and the subtleties of Old Testament offices.
This week Jeffrey and Daniel are joined by Pastor Lee Cullen of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church and School in Monroe. In addition to the usual Tolkien references, the guys finish up looking at Jephthah's life by taking in his vow and the results of it.
In this episode, we continue by looking at the Judge of Israel called Jephthah. We start to see the weaknesses of the invading armies and Jephthah's response.
The usual suspects are at it again with Judges chapter ten. We see a time between the judges as Israel falls further and further into disobedience and subsequent oppression.
In this episode, we dive into chapter nine of Judges with Pastor Mark Witte from Grace Lutheran in Monroe, MI.
Pastor Heimsoth continues to look at the rule of the Gideon with us this week on the Gospel for You.
Pastor Jeff Heimsoth begins his trilogy of episodes on the book of Judges. Our focus this week is on the call of Gideon and his initial act of destroying the altar of Baal.
We close our the trilogy of episodes on Deborah and Barak. Here we see God's grace and touch on the oral tradition of the accounts of the Judges.
This week we continue our discussion with Deacon Bob Auxter on the book of Judges. We dive into the minor Judges Othniel, Ehud and Shamgar. We see the cycle of the judges begin in full spades.
This week's episode looks at the second major section of the book of Judges. Our guest is Deacon Bob Auxter from Grace, Monroe. The text begins with the death of Joshua and moves to the LORD bringing up Judges to deliver his people Israel.
We have done it! We have successfully made it to Judges! This episode features Pastor Mark Witte of Grace Monroe, MI as we make the transition. We learn that after one generation the people of Israel had abandoned the covenant they made with God.
Pastor Witte guides us in the final chapter of Joshua. We also look at the overarching grace that God provides to the people of Israel and how that all becomes fulfilled in Jesus.
We are almost there dear listeners! Joshua 23 and the renewing of the covenant is our topic on this week's show. Listen in as the usual crew dives into the text and discusses God's faithfulness.
We take an in-depth look at Joshua 22 this week with Pastor Tim Loewe of Christ the King in Lambertville, MI. The main focus is the building of the "altar of witness" that the tribes east of the Jordan build.
Pastor Tim Loewe continues with us as we dive into Joshua 21. In an ironic twist, we look at the inspiration of Holy Scripture and why we can trust its witness.
Pastor Tim Loewe of Christ the King in Lambertville, MI joins us to talk about the allotment of cities and land for the Levites. The conversation focuses in on the unique nature of their allotment - which includes cities of refuge.
Like Lord Voldemort, Coffee with the Confessions is back! After a very long hiatus - Jeff, Stein (Adam), and Dave are discussing the Second Article of the Large Catechism.
Pastor Witte closes out his trilogy of episodes by diving into the land allotment chapter of Joshua. It should never cease to be amazing that the grace of Jesus Christ can be found even in chapters such as this.
Pastor Mark Witte continues, with Pastors Wade and Potts, the discussion on Joshua. This week diving into the allotments of Benjamin.
Pastor Mark Witte joins us to talk about the sixteenth and seventeenth chapters of Joshua. The conversation continues on the allocation of the Promised Land and the connections Joshua makes to Genesis.
Pastor Curtis Garland closes out his trilogy of episodes on Joshua with chapter fifteen. The conversation dives into why Judah receives the first allotment of land and what that land is.
Pastor Garland continues his trilogy of episodes by diving into Joshua 14. In this chapter we take a look at Caleb and the delivered promises that God gives to him.
Pastor Curtis Garland joins Jeffrey and Daniel to discuss the thirteenth chapter of Joshua. The conversation focuses in on how the Israelites failed to conquer all of the Promised Land - yet, the promises of God still come to fruition.
Pastor Lee Cullen closes out his trilogy of episodes by looking at Joshua 12. In a tongue-tying chapter, we look at all of the kings that the people of Israel defeated.
Pastor Lee Cullen joins Pastor Wade and Potts to discuss the eleventh chapter of Joshua. The campaign to take the Promised Land continues.
Pastor Lee Cullen of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins the regular Pastors Wade and Potts to discuss Joshua chapter 10.
Pastor Mark Witte of Grace Lutheran in Monroe, MI closes out his trilogy of episodes with a look at Joshua chapter nine.
Pastors Wade and Potts are joined by Pastor Mark Witte of Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI to talk about the eighth chapter of Joshua.
On this week's episode, Pastor Mark Witte of Grace Lutheran in Monroe, MI joins Pastors Potts and Wade to discuss Joshua 7.
The Gents are joined by Pastor Jeff Heimsoth of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI on this week's episode discussing Joshua 6.
This week Pastors Wade and Potts are joined by Pastor Jeffrey Heimsoth of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI. The conversation is focused on Joshua chapter five and the covenant renewal that took place.
On this week's episode, Pastor Jeff Heimsoth of Trinity Monroe joins Jeffrey and Daniel to discuss Joshua chapter four.
This week Professor Charles Schulz joins Rev. Jeffrey Wade and Rev. Daniel Potts to discuss the third chapter of Joshua. This chapter recounts the crossing of the Jordan River.
This week, we look at Joshua chapter two with Professor Charles Schulz of Concordia University - Ann Arbor.
This week Dr. Philip Penhallegon joins Pastors Wade and Potts to discuss the first chapter of Joshua. In this chapter we see God's command to Joshua and how Joshua goes about leading the people of Israel.
In this episode our hosts Pastor Jeffrey Wade and Pastor Daniel Potts is joined by Rev. Dr, Phil Penhallegon from Concordia University - Ann Arbor. The conversation focuses in on the reading and exposition of the Old Testament books of HIstory.
In this episode, Pastor Wade, Deacon Auxter, and Rev. Huner finish up Mark fifteen and all of the gospel according to St. Mark. The focus is on the crucifixion and the death of Christ Jesus.
On this episode of the Gospel for You, Pastor Wade, Rev. Huner, and Deacon Auxter cover the first half of Mark chapter fifteen. This chapter covers Jesus' trial before Pilate and the accusations leveled against him by the religious leaders.
Pastor Jeffrey Wade of St. John's Lutheran Church and School hosts Deacon Bob Auxter of Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI and Rev. Ken Huner of Thrivent Financial to discuss the end of Mark 14. We look at the final trial of Jesus before the chief priests and elders.
Pastors Wade, Witte, and Potts continue their discussion of Mark 14. This time, we look at Peter's denial, the prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane, and the arrest of Jesus. The ask the pastor question is: "How do we know that God is real?"
Pastors Wade, Potts, and Witte continue to discuss the Gospel of Mark this week, beginning chapter fourteen. The tension builds as we look at Maundy Thursday. The ask the pastor question is: "How did God get John the Baptist to be a prophet?"
On this episode, Pastor Daniel Potts and Pastor Mark Witte join Pastor Jeffrey Wade to discuss the thirteen chapter of Mark. As the great prophetic chapter of Mark, we rejoice and follow Jesus' command to be on our guards and stay awake. The ask the pastor question is: "How did God get John the Baptist to be a prophet?"
On this week's show, we pick up where we left off during Holy Week in Mark chapter 12. The ask the pastor question is: "What will happen after Jesus comes again?"
Alleluia! Christ is Risen! He is Risen Indeed! Alleluia! Happy Easter from the Gospel for You. This week Pastors Wade, Potts, and Cullen discuss the final chapter of Mark's Gospel. The ask the pastor question is: "Was Herod the worst king in the Bible?"
Pastors Wade, Potts, and Cullen join together to discuss the first portion of Mark chapter twelve. We continue rushing to the cross through Mark's Holy Week narrative. The ask the pastor question is: "How was God born?"
Pastors Wade, Heimsoth, and Schinkel tackle the beginning of Holy Week in this episode of the Gospel for You. The ask the pastor question is: "Is there a right way to pray?"
Pastors Wade, Heimsoth, and Schinkel finish up Mark chapter ten in this week's episode. The ask the pastor question is: "Will we know each other when we get to heaven?"
Pastors Wade, Heimsoth, and Schinkel join together to dive into the first portion of Mark chapter ten. The ask the pastor question is: "Is God a boy or a girl?"
Pastors Wade, Huner, and Loewe continue their conversation on Mark chapter nine. The topic continues with the themes of Mark on how one becomes great in the Kingdom of God. The ask the pastor question is: "Why does God need angels?"
Pastors Wade, Huner, and Loewe gather again to discuss the first portion of Mark chapter nine. The ask the pastor question is: "How did God make the earth?"
Pastors Wade, Huner, and Loewe of St. John's Waltz, Thrivent Financial, and Christ the King Lambertville gather together to discuss the end of Mark chapter eight. It's here we see Peter's confession, Jesus' prediction of his death and resurrection, and the stern rebuke of unbelief. The ask the pastor question is: "How will we know when the world ends?"
Pastors Wade, Potts, and Witte continue their exploration of Mark's gospel account by tackling the first portion of chapter eight. A highlight is Jesus' duplication of food for the Gentiles. The ask the pastor question is: "When was the first bible written?"
Pastors Witte and Potts join Pastor Wade to continue talking about Mark chapter 7. In this chapter we explore Jesus' firm rebuke of the Pharisees and explore what it means to have faith in him. The ask the pastor question is: "What should the true church be like?"
This week the Gospel for You undergoes a new format. Pastor Jeffrey Wade of St. John's Waltz leads a round-table discussion with Pastor Mark Witte of Grace Lutheran in Monroe and Pastor Daniel Potts of Trinity Lutheran in Monroe. The conversation is Mark 6:30:56 and especially the feeding of the five thousand. The ask the pastor question is: "Does Jesus love us no matter what we do?"
Pastor Mark Witte of Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe joins Dr. Kurt Taylor, on his last episode, to discuss the importance of Epiphany. The ask the pastor question is: "What's the hardest part about being a pastor?"
Deacon Bob Auxter of Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the first portion of Mark chapter six. The conversation focuses in on Jesus' ministry in Nazareth, his sending out of his disciples, and the death of John the Baptist. The ask the deacon question is: "Did God create hell?"
Pastor Lee Cullen of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church and School joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School to talk about the meaning of Christmas. The ask the pastor question is: "Did Jesus have any siblings?"
The regulars gather around to discuss the First Article of the Apostles' Creed and the ramifications it has for our every day lives.
Pastor Mark Flory of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Petersburg, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the fifth chapter of Mark. In this reading, we see Jesus cast out the man with a legion of demons, heal the sick, and raise the dead. The ask the pastor question is: "Is coming back to earth one day?"
Pastor Jeffrey Wade and Dr. Kurt Taylor, both of St. John's Waltz, discuss the end of Mark chapter four. The topic focuses in on Jesus' "Kingdom of Heaven" parables. The ask the pastor question is: "Why can't we see God?"
This episode features the regular crew talking about the transition from the Ten Commandments to the Apostles' Creed in Luther's Large Catechism.
Pastor Daniel Potts of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI to talk about the first portion of Mark 4. The conversation centers on The Parable of the Sower and its explanation. The ask the pastor question is: "Why do some churches not baptize babies?"
Rev. John Schinkel of Wellspring Lutheran Services and Christ Our Shepherd in Newport, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the third chapter of Mark. In this show, we see Jesus continuing to show himself to be the Messiah of Israel through works and words. The ask the pastor question is: "How come we cannot see heaven?"
The gang gathers together once more to discuss the text of Luther's Large Catechism and it's implications concerning the ninth and tenth commandments.
Pastor Jeff Heimsoth of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI to talk about the second chapter of Mark. The focus of the conversation is how Jesus demonstrates that he is the Lord of the Sabbath. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did God promise He would not flood the earth, but there still are floods?"
Pastor Jeffrey Wade and Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz discuss the rest of the first chapter of Mark. The conversation focuses in on the first healings and miracles of Jesus' ministry. The ask the pastor question is: "Is Jesus' birthday really on Christmas?"
Professor Charles Schulz of Concordia University in Ann Arbor joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the beginning of the Gospel of Mark. The conversation focuses in on the prologue and the beginning of Jesus' ministry. The ask the pastor question is: "How was the Bible made and where did the words come from?"
Dr. Phil Penhallegon of Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the opening of the Gospel of Mark. They look at the author, date, and unique literary features of Mark's Gospel Account. The ask the pastor question is: "When will the world end?"
Rev. Ken Huner of Thrivent Financial joins Dr. Kurt Taylor to talk about the final chapter of Acts. The conversation focuses in on the last leg of Paul's journey to Rome and the beginning of the mission he set up there. The ask the pastor question is: "How old is God?"
Pastor Curtis Garland of Immanuel East Ida joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the twenty-seventh chapter of Acts. We follow St. Paul as he sets out from Rome, is diverted by a shipwreck, and nonetheless proclaims the crucified and risen Christ. The ask the pastor question is: "What is it like being a pastor?"
Pastors Wade, Steinbrenner, and Dunlop discuss the Eighth Commandment from Luther's Large Catechism.
Pastor John Schinkel of Wellspring Lutheran Services in Monroe joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss Acts 26. Their conversation focuses on Paul's bold witnessing to Agrippa as well as his recounting of his conversion story. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did Jesus have disciples?"
Deacon Bob Auxter of Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor to talk about the twenty-fifth chapter of Acts. In this chapter, we discuss Paul's witness of faith and appeal to Caesar. The ask the deacon question is: "Why are God and the devil angry with one another?"
The usual trio are back! This time discussing the Seventh Commandment in Luther's Large Catechism.
Pastor Jeffrey Wade joins Dr. Kurt Taylor, both of St. John's Waltz, to talk about the twenty-fourth chapter of Acts. The conversation's focus is on the political narrative of both Luke and Acts, as well as the witness it provides to us today. The ask the pastor question is: "How did God make the earth?"
Pastor Daniel Potts of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI to talk about the end of chapter twenty-two and all of chapter twenty-three of Acts. The conversation focuses in on St. Paul's address before the Jewish Council. The ask the pastor question is: "Why didn't Jesus just kill the devil?"
Pastor Mark Witte of Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss chapter twenty-one and the beginning of chapter twenty-two of Acts. The conversation focuses in on Paul's trip back to Jerusalem and the meetings that took place there. The ask the pastor question is: "How long did it take God to make all the people in the world?"
Pastor Lee Cullen of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the twentieth chapter of Acts. The missionary journeys continue, but we also focus in on the raising of Eutychus by the Holy Spirit through St. Paul. The ask the pastor question is: "How could Noah fit all the animals in one boat?"
Rev. Jeffrey Wade joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School of Waltz, MI to talk about the nineteenth chapter of Acts. The conversation continues with Paul's missionary journey throughout Asia Minor. The ask the pastor question is: "Why do bad things happen to good people?"
Rev. Jeff Heimsoth of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI to talk about the eighteenth chapter of Acts. In this chapter we continue following Paul on his missionary journeys and are introduced to the disciple Apollos. The ask the pastor question is: "If you are baptized but you don't go to church, will you go to heaven?"
Pastor Lee Cullen of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI to discuss the seventeenth chapter of Acts. The conversation is centered on Paul's missionary journeys to the Gentiles. The ask the pastor question is: "Why can't we see or hear God today?"
Rev. Ken Huner from Thrivent Financial joins Dr. Kurt Taylor from St. John's Waltz to discuss the sixteenth chapter of Acts. In this chapter, we see the conversions to Christianity of some of the first Gentiles as Paul, Silas, and Timothy go out and proclaim the gospel. The ask the pastor question is: "When Adam and Eve were alive, was it like heaven?"
Pastor Curtis Garland of Immanuel Lutheran Church in East Ida joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about Acts 15. This chapter is possibly the highlight of the New Testament as the first Christians meet in Jerusalem to discuss the salvation of the Gentiles. The ask the pastor question is: "Did Jesus act and play and scrape His knee like a normal kid?"
Professor Charles Schulz of Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the fourteenth chapter of Acts. The conversation covers the continuing journey of Paul and Barnabas as they witness the Gospel to the Gentiles. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did Jesus come to earth for us?"
Dr. Philip Penhallegon of Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the thirteenth chapter of Acts. This chapter of Acts contains the account of Paul and Barnabas' first missionary journeys to the Gentiles and their receiving the grace of Christ Jesus. The ask the pastor question is: "Why does Jesus have a birthday on Christmas?"
Pastors Wade, Steinbrenner, and Dunlop gather to discuss Luther's Large Catechism and the Sixth Commandment.
Pastor John Schinkel of Wellspring Lutheran Services and Christ our Shepherd Lutheran Church in Newport, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the twelfth chapter of Acts. The conversation focuses in on Peter's angelic rescue from prison. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did Jesus rise from the dead?"
Pastor Jeffrey Wade joins Dr. Kurt Taylor, both of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI, to discuss Acts chapter 11. The conversation centers on Peter's account of the Gentiles receiving the Holy Spirit. It moves from there to the first time the title "Christian" is mentioned in Scripture. The ask the pastor question is: "Was Satan something else before he was the devil?"
Rev. Daniel Potts of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI to discuss the tenth chapter of Acts. The primary focus of this episode is the study of Peter's vision from Christ concerning the addition of the Gentiles into God's grace. The ask the pastor question is: "What is God's middle name?"
Pastor Mark Witte of Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, Mi joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the ninth chapter of Acts. The conversation covers the big shift in Acts which begins with the conversion of St. Paul. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did God send Jesus if He could have just fixed everything Himself?"
Pastors Wade, Steinbrenner, and Dunlop return and continue their conversation on Luther's Large Catechism. This episode dives into one of the most convicting commandments: "You shall not murder."
Rev. Lee Cullen of Lutheran High School Westland joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the eighth chapter of Acts. The conversation centers on the proclamation of the Gospel as it spreads out of Jerusalem to the ends of the earth. The ask the pastor question is: "How is Jesus half man and half God?"
Pastor Tim Loewe of Christ the King in Lambertville, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about chapters six and seven of Acts. The conversation focuses in on the choosing of the first deacons of the Church and the martyrdom of Stephen. The ask the pastor question is: "Why don't our bodies go to heaven, only our souls?"
Pastor Jeff Heimsoth of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI to talk about the fifth chapter of Acts. Their conversation focuses on the work of the Holy Spirit as well as the witness of the apostles. The ask the pastor question is: "What would happen if Jesus never died?"
Rev. Daniel Potts of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI to talk about the fourth chapter of Acts. The conversation centers on the witness both St. Peter and St. John make before the Council and then moves to the boldness of the first disciples. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did God let sin enter the world?"
Rev. Ken Huner of Thrivent Financial joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the third chapter of Acts. The conversation centers on the Holy Spirit's miracles and words through the Apostle Peter. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did God create the stars and other planets?"
Pastor Curtis Garland of Immanuel Lutheran Church in East Ida, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about Acts 2. The conversation is focused on the Day of Pentecost and St. Peter's sermon to the people. The ask the pastor question is: "If God created us in His image, does that make Him a boy or girl?"
Pastor Jeffrey Wade and Dr. Kurt Taylor, both of St. John's Waltz, discuss the first chapter of St. Luke's narrative account of the Acts of the Apostles. In this show, they discuss the Ascension of Jesus, the commission he makes to them, and the choosing of Matthias to replace Judas. The ask the pastor question is: "If God knew Adam and Eve would sin, why did He let them?"
Pastors Jeffrey Wade and Kurt Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI bring you the introduction to our next book of study - Acts. In this episode, we look at the author, context, and narrative flow of Acts. The ask the pastor question is: "Will God ever die?"
Alleluia, Christ is Risen! He is Risen Indeed, Alleluia! Happy Easter to all of you from the Gospel for You. This week Rev. John Schinkel of Wellspring Lutheran Services and Christ our Shepherd Lutheran Church in Newport, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss Psalm 40. The heart of this psalm is the fact that our Redeemer lives! The ask the pastor question is: "How did Jesus create the world when he wasn't born yet?"
A blessed Palm Sunday to all of you! This week Pastor Jeffrey Wade joins Dr. Kurt Taylor, both of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI to talk about Psalm 88. This psalm parallels the very journey of Christ Jesus on the last day before his crucifixion, and is a fitting choice for Holy Week. The ask the pastor question is: "How can non-believers put their trust in the Trinity when even we can't see them?"
Deaconess Sara Bielby of University Lutheran Chapel and Immanuel East Ida joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John Waltz to talk about Psalm 102. This beautiful prayer is subtitled for "one afflicted, when he is faint and pours out his complaint before the Lord." The conversation focuses in on how God is the one true constant in this irrational world and the true hope of all. The ask the deaconess question is: "Why do we baptize people?"
Pastor Daniel Potts of Trinity Lutheran Church and School joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John Waltz to talk about Psalm 51. This familiar psalm was written after David's affair with Bathsheba and David clearly lays out his sin seeking forgiveness before God.
Pastor Mark Witte of Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss Psalm 38. This psalm of David focuses in on David's sin and his seeking of God's forgiveness. The ask the pastor question is: "If God is going to make a New Earth, does that mean this one is a trial run?"
Rev. Lee Cullen of Lutheran High School Westland joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss Psalm 32. The ask the pastor question is: "How can God hear all of the prayers at once?"
Pastor Tim Loewe of Christ Lutheran Church in Lambertville, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz. As we begin the season of Lent, our attention goes from the imprecatory Psalms to the penitential Psalms. The focus on this Psalm is David acknowledging his sin before God and asking for deliverance. The ask the pastor question is: "If the Holy Spirit brings people to faith, shouldn't he be strong enough to bring all to faith?"
Pastor Jeff Heimsoth from Trinity Monroe joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss our final imprecatory psalm in this study, Psalm 140. The conversation begins with David's pleading for delivery from his enemies, moves to asking God for protection, and ends with adoration for a faithful God. The ask the pastor question is: "How can you prove that Mary wasn't holy by herself?"
Pastor Mark Flory of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Petersburg, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss Psalm 109. This imprecatory Psalm of David shows the depth of David's faith in God to restore the righteous and hold the unrighteous accountable for their actions. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did God wait so long to send a Savior?"
Rev. Ken Huner of Thrivent Financial joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss Psalm 69. This psalm of David showcases David's faith and reliance on God in the face of worldly threats. The ask the pastor question is: "If God can do anything, why wouldn't he make us indestructible and pain resistant?"
Pastor John Schinkel of Wellspring Lutheran Services joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss Psalm 35. We continue to look at the impreccatory Psalms of David as he asks God to be faithful in the face of faithless enemies. The ask the pastor question is: "How could God always exist, how is he always there?"
Rev. Jeffrey Wade of St. John's Waltz joins Dr. Taylor to discuss Psalm 17. The conversation focuses on David's beautiful prayer of faithfulness for deliverance. The ask the pastor question is: "If a baby is born and dies before it is baptized, will it go to heaven?"
Deaconess Sara Bielby of Immanuel East Ida and University Lutheran Chapel in Ann Arbor, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about Psalm 10. The conversation focuses in on the compassion of God and how He is present and listening to His children at all times. The question this week is: "If a child's parents are not a Christian, will they ever become one?"
Rev. Daniel Potts of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss Psalm 7. The conversation begins with a look at this Psalm's author King David, his immediate context, and what would necessitate this imprecatory psalm. From there, we dive into the text itself. The ask the pastor question is: "What are people that already died doing right now?"
Professor Charles Schulz of Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the Imprecatory Psalm 5. The conversation finds it's balance in the full Counsel of God contained in the Law and the Gospel. The ask the pastor question is: "If the world was very good when God made Adam and Eve, how was the devil there?"
Dr. Phil Penhallegon of Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about Hebrew Poetry, the Psalms, and their use in the Church today. Specifically touched on are the importance of Imprecatory and Penitential Psalms. The ask the pastor question is: "How will God create a new earth after judgment day?"
Rev. Mark Witte of Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the Christmas Day pericopes of Scripture. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did God destroy the world and only save a few on the Ark?"
Rev. Lee Cullen of Lutheran High School - Westland joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about Paul's letter to Philemon. The conversation centers of the relationship of Christians, slavery in New Testament times, and what proper service Christians render to the world. The ask the pastor question is: "If a child dies before he/she is baptized, will he/she go to heaven?"
Pastor Tim Loewe of Christ the King in Lambertville, MI joins Dr. Taylor to talk about the conclusion of St. Paul's letter to the Colossians. The conversation finds it center on the new obedience we have for one another on account of Christ. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did God create the universe and everything in it?"
On our 100th episode we are joined by Pastor Jeff Heimsoth of Trinity Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI to talk about the beginning of chapter three of Colossians. The conversation focuses in on the new life we have in Christ and the new obedience that Christian rejoices in following. The ask the pastor question is: "Is praying to Mary good or bad?"
On his debut episode, Pastor Curtis Garland of Immanuel Lutheran Church in East Ida, MI joins Dr, Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the remainder of the second chapter of Colossians. The focus is on the way in which Christians are alive in Christ and properly living the Christian life. The ask the pastor question is: "Why was Paul blind for three days?"
Rev. Adam Steinbrenner and Rev. David Dunlop return in this look at the Fourth Commandment and its explanation in Luther's Large Catechism.
Pastor Mark Flory of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Petersburg, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss this portion of St. Paul's epistle to the Colossians. This portion of the letter deals specifically with Paul's history with the Christian faith and his amazing proclamation that all creation is freed from sin, death, and the devil by Jesus Christ. The ask the pastor question is: "Did the people who died before Jesus came have eternal life?"
Rev. Ken Huner of Thrivent Financial joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St John's Waltz to begin St. Paul's letter to the Colossians. The focus of the conversation is on the thanksgiving we have for each other in Christ Jesus, as well as Christ's preeminence in creation. The ask the pastor question is: "Can you be baptized more than once?"
Mr. Chris Hansell, Second Grade teacher of St. John's Waltz, joins Pastor Jeffrey Wade to discuss the first three Commandments of the Small Catechism and their application both at home and in the school.
Pastor John Shinkel of Wellspring Lutheran Services and Christ Our Shepherd in Newport, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the fourth and final chapter of Philippians. The focus is on Paul's exhortation and encouragement to the believers in Philippi. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did the Pharisees not like Jesus?"
Professor Charles Schulz of Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the third chapter of Philippians. The conversation is centered how each of us is made righteous by Christ Jesus' sacrifice. The ask the pastor question is: "Will people be married in heaven?"
In this episode the regular crowd digests the Third Commandment of Luther's Large Catechism.
Dr. Penhallegon of Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the second half of chapter two of Philippians. The conversation focuses in on the missionary life of each and every Christian, especially Timothy and Epaphroditus in Paul's letter. The ask the pastor question is: "If God knew how bad people would be, why did he make them?"
Pastor John Shinkel joins Dr. Kurt Taylor this week to begin the second chapter of Paul's letter to the Philippians. The conversation focuses in on Jesus Christ's example of humility and how God became a servant. They also discuss how this passage is a proto-creed of the Church. The ask the pastor question is: "Why didn't God save Stephen while he was being killed?"
The regular crew (Pastors Dunlop, Steinbrenner, and Wade) continue their look at Luther's Large Catechism. This week they focus in on the Second Commandment and its application to both parents and teachers of the Faith.
Deaconess Sara Bielby of Immanuel Lutheran Church in East Ida, MI joins Dr, Kurt Taylor from St. John's Waltz to talk about the second half of the first chapter of Philippians. The conversation focuses in on Paul's great pronouncement that "to live is Christ." The ask the deaconess question is: "Why did Jesus come to earth then and not now?"
Rev. Daniel Potts of Trinity Monroe joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the beginning of Paul's Epistle to the Philippians. The conversation focuses in on Paul's relationship to the Philippians and the advancement of the Gospel on his missionary journeys. The ask the pastor question is: "Why do we have to be baptized to be a part of God's family?"
Rev. Mark Witte of Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the conclusion of Ephesians. The conversation focuses in on the armor of God and how it can be looked at in the context of our Baptismal identity. The ask the pastor question is: "Would it be a sin to fight someone to protect yourself?"
Rev. David Dunlop and Rev. Adam Steinbrenner join Rev. Jeffrey Wade to discuss Luther's Large Catechism's explanation on the First Commandment.
Rev Lee Cullen of Lutheran Highschool Westland joins Dr. Taylor to talk about the conclusion of Ephesians five and the beginning of chapter six. The conversation focuses in on the fact that each and everyone of us must submiti to one another out of reverence for Christ. The ask the pastor question is: "When was the Bible written?"
Pastor Tim Loewe of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Lambertville joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the beginning of Ephesians chapter five. The focus of the conversation is living the Christian life and walking in the way of God. The ask the pastor question is: "Why does God save some people who are sick but not others?"
Pastor Jeffrey Wade of St. John's Waltz hosts this inaugural episode of Coffee with the Confessions. He's joined by Pastor Adam Steinbrenner of St. John Lutheran Church in Dublin, OH and Pastor David Dunlop of Zion Lutheran Church in Chestnut, IL and Christ Lutheran Church in Clinton, IL. They begin their study with some background on the Book of Concord, focusing especially on the introduction to the Large Catechism.
Pastor Jeff Heimsoth of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the second half of Ephesians 4. The conversation dives into what it means to have 'new life' in Christ Jesus. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did Adam and Eve sin?"
Pastor Todd Seaver of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the beginning of chapter four of Ephesians. The primary topic of conversation is how the Church is to be as united to one another as each believer is to Christ. The ask the pastor question is: "What's the difference between a Baptist and a Lutheran?"
Pastor Mark Flory of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Petersburg, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the third chapter of Ephesians. The conversation focuses in on how the good news to all creation is found solely in Jesus Christ and him crucified. Since Christians have received this gospel, they are made an enemy of both the devil and this world - therefore, they should be fast to pray for strength. The ask the pastor question is: "What does the name Jesus mean?"
Rev, Ken Huner of Thrivent Financial joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the conclusion of the second chapter of Ephesians. The focus of the conversation sticks to the relationship between the Christian and Jesus, how one Christian is connected to the community of faith, and how the Holy Spirit is the One who does all of this uniting. The ask the pastor question is: "When will God come back for the 'rapture'?"
In this episode Pastor Jeffrey Wade of St. John's Waltz joins Dr. Taylor to talk about arguably one of the most famous passages in the New Testament: Ephesians 2:8-10. The conversation is focused on the nature of grace and how God is the one who gets all the credit for all the good we see in this life. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did God make me?"
Professor Charles Schulz of Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the first chapter of Ephesians. The conversation focuses on Paul's introduction from prison, how we have received all good blessings from God through Christ Jesus, and how we could lift one another up in prayer. The ask the pastor question is: "Why does God still love us when we do bad things?"
Rev. Todd Seaver of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church and School in Monroe joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the forty-sixth and forty-seventh chapters of Genesis. The conversation is focused on Jacob's arrival to Egypt. The ask the pastor question is: "Will you know your family in heaven?"
Rev. Bruce Lucas joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to wrap up the book of Genesis. The conversation focuses on the end of Jacob's life and his blessings to his twelve sons. The ask the pastor question is: "Why is God three people?"
Dr. Philip Penhallegon of Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to introduce Paul's prison letters and their content as we transition into our next studies. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did Solomon ask for wisdom?"
Rev. Jeffrey Wade of St. John's Waltz joins Dr. Taylor to talk about chapters forty-four and forty-five of Genesis. The focus is on Joseph's testing of his brothers and their great reunion. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did God choose Mary to be Jesus' mom?"
Deaconess Sara Bielby of Emmanuel Lutheran Church in East Ida, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the forty-second and forty-third chapter of Genesis. The conversation focuses in on the first visit of Joseph's brothers to Egypt. The ask the deaconess question is: "Why do we have to be baptized?"
Rev. Daniel Potts of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the forty and forty-first chapters of Genesis. The conversation is focused on Joseph and how God helped Joseph to interpret the dreams of the Egyptians. The ask the pastor question is: "What does 'omniscient' mean?"
Rev. Mark Witte of Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI to talk about the thirty-eighth and thirty-ninth chapters of Genesis. The conversation focuses in on the relationship between Judah and Tamar as well as Joseph and Potiphar's Wife. The ask the pastor question is: "Why didn't God stop Eve from eating the fruit?"
Professor Charles Schulz of Concordia University-Ann Arbor joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss chapters thirty-six and thirty-seven of Genesis. The conversation focuses on Joseph and the relationship he has with his brothers. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did God not tell us when He's coming again?"
Dr. Philip Penhallegon of Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the thirty-fourth and thirty-fifth chapters of Genesis. The conversation focuses on the account of Dinah and the renaming of Jacob to Israel. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did God not fight back on the cross?"
Rev. Lee Cullen of Lutheran High School South joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about chapters thirty-two and thirty-three of Genesis. The conversation is centered on both Jacob wrestling God and Jacob's relationship with his brother Esau. The ask the pastor question is: "What are ways to baptize?"
Pastor Loewe of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Lambertville, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about chapters twenty-nine to thirty-one of Genesis. The conversation focuses on the relationship of Jacob and Rachel and the unique family dynamic. The ask the pastor question is: "Why do we pray?"
Pastor Jeff Heimsoth of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the twenty-eighth chapter of Genesis. The conversation is focused on Jacob's Ladder and the proper interpretation of his dream. The ask the pastor question is: "What does God expect from us?"
Pastor Todd Seaver of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church and School of Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the twenty-seventh chapter of Genesis. The conversation is centered on Isaac blessing his son Jacob and the shadiness that occurs. The ask the pastor question is: "What is the most important book of the Bible?"
Pastor Mark Flory of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Petersburg, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the twenty-sixth chapter of Genesis. The conversation revolves around Isaac and Abimelech. The ask the pastor question is: "What do you do to become a pastor?"
Rev. Ken Huner of Thrivent Financial joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the twenty-fifth chapter of Genesis. The conversation centers on the death of Abraham and the lives of Jacob and Esau. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did God make people?"
Rev. John Shinkel of Wellspring Lutheran Services and Christ Our Shepherd Lutheran Church in Newport joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the twenty-third and twenty-fourth chapters of Genesis. The conversation centers on the death of Sarah and the relationship of Isaac and Rebecca. The ask the pastor question is: "Who wrote the hymnals of the church?"
Rev. Jeffrey Wade of St. John's Waltz joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the most significant event in human history - the Resurrection of Jesus Christ. The ask the pastor question is: "Why doesn't everyone love God?"
Rev. Jeffrey Heimsoth of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the twenty-second chapter of Genesis. The conversation's focus is on the binding of Isaac. The ask the pastor question is: "Why are there so many books in the Bible?"
Deaconess Sara Bielby of Immanuel Lutheran Church in East Ida, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the events of Holy Week. From the Triumphal Entry to the Crucifixion the focus stays on Jesus. The question of the day is: "What does 'lamp unto my feet and light unto my path' mean?"
Rev. Daniel Potts of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI to talk about the twenty-first chapter of Genesis. The conversation centers on Isaac's birth and the relationship Abraham had with Hagar and Ishmael. The ask the pastor question is: "Does heaven have a school?"
Rev. Mark Witte of Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the twentieth chapter of Genesis. The conversation focuses in on Abraham and Abimelech. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did God make the earth?"
Professor Charles Schulz of Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about Genesis 19. The topic of conversation is centered on the sin of Sodom and Gomorrah. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did Jesus die on the cross, instead of us?"
Rev. Jeffrey Wade joins Dr. Taylor - both at St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI - to discuss the eighteenth chapter of Genesis. The conversation centers on the revelation of the Holy Trinity to Abraham and Sarah, and the promise that God gives to them. The ask the pastor question is: "Why does God love everyone, even the sinners?"
Rev. Lee Cullen of Lutheran High School South joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss Genesis seventeen. The conversation focuses on the covenant with Abraham, the impact of circumcision to mark one as one of God's people, and the promise to the future Israel. The ask the pastor question is: "How do we as Lutherans know what we believe is true?"
Rev. Tim Loewe of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Lambertville, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the sixteenth chapter of Genesis. The conversation revolves around the relationship between Sarai and Hagar. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did Pharaoh not let God's people go?"
Rev. Daniel Potts of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz to talk about how God initiated the covenant with Abraham. The ask the pastor question is: "Why does everyone have sin?"
Rev. Todd Seaver of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI to talk about the thirteenth and fourteenth chapters of Genesis. The conversation's focus is on Abram and Lot's relationship as well as the Blessing of Melchizedek. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did Jesus need to be baptized?"
Rev. Mark Flory of St. Peter's Lutheran Church in Petersburg, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the twelfth chapter of Genesis. The discussion is centered on the call of Abram and the account of Abram and Sarai in Egypt. The ask the pastor question is: "Why doesn't everyone look the same if they were all created the same?"
Rev. Ken Huner of Thrivent Financial joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the eleventh chapter of Genesis. The conversation is focused on the building of the Tower of Babel and the idolatry of the people there. The ask the pastor question is: "Why are the Ten Commandments so important?"
Pastor John Shinkel of Christ Our Shepherd Lutheran Church in Newport, MI and Chaplain of Wellspring Lutheran Services joins Dr. Kurt Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss Genesis 8:20 to 10. The conversation dials in on God's Covenant with Noah and the promises that come after the flood. The ask the pastor question is: "Why are there two testaments in the Bible?"
Deaconness Sara Bielby of Immanuel Lutheran Church in East Ida, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss Genesis seven and eight, the Flood Narrative - taking an in-depth look at the sin of creation, how God has preserved creation, and how the flood is a type of Baptism. The ask the pastor question is: "If a soldier kills someone, are they sinning?"
Rev. Jeffrey Wade of St. John's Waltz joins Dr. Taylor also of St. John's Waltz to talk about the fifth and sixth chapters of Genesis. The conversation is focused on Noah and the events leading up to the Flood. The ask the pastor question is: "What does 'omnipotent' mean?"
Rev. Jeffrey Wade of St. John's Waltz joins Dr. Taylor also of St. John's Waltz to talk about the fourth chapter of Genesis. The conversation dives into the narrative of Cain and Abel and discusses Cain's sin. The ask the pastor question is: "How long did it take to make the Bible?"
Rev. Daniel Potts of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, Mi to talk about Genesis chapter three. The conversation is centered on humanity's fall into sin and its consequences. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did Peter cut off the soldier's ear, and why did Jesus heal him?"
Rev. Mark Witte of Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the second chapter of Genesis. The conversation revolves around the Sabbath and the creation of Adam and Eve. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did God send Jesus later and not right after Adam and Eve sinned?"
Professor Charles Schulz of Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the first chapter of Genesis. The conversation begins about the very beginning with God creating the universe. The ask the pastor question is: "Why did people hate Jesus back then, and still now?"
Dr. Phil Penhallegon of Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss the book of Genesis. The conversation introduces major themes, people, and locations of the entire book. The ask the pastor question is: "How do you know God is with you?"
Rev. Lee Cullen of Lutheran High South in Newport, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the conclusion of St. Paul's letter to the Romans. The conversation focuses not only on the content of the whole letter, but also Paul's future plans and farewell. The ask the pastor question is: "At Pentecost, why was everyone talking in different languages?"
Rev. Tim Loewe of Christ the King in Lamberville, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about Romans chapters fourteen and the beginning of fifteen. The conversation is focused on how we treat our brothers without judgment. The ask the pastor question is: "How many different translations of the Bible are out there?"
Rev. Jeff Heimsoth of Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about Romans chapter thirteen. The conversation concludes the portion dedicated to living as God's holy people, with the focus on submitting to authorities. The ask the pastor question is: "Is anyone worthy enough to go to heaven?"
Pastor Todd Seaver of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the concluding verses of Romans 12.
Rev. Mark Flory of St. Peter in Petersburg, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the opening verses of Romans chapter 12.
Rev. Ken Huner from Thrivent Financial joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about Romans chapter 11.
Rev. John Shinkel from Wellspring Lutheran Services in Monroe, MI and Christ Our Shepherd Lutheran Church in Newport, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz, MI to talk about the remainder of Romans chapter 10.
Rev. Larry Loree from Holy Ghost Lutheran Church and School joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to discuss Romans chapter 9 and the first verses of chapter 10.
Rev. Jeffrey Wade of St. John's Waltz joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the conclusion of Romans 8.
Deaconess Sara Bielby of Immanuel Lutheran Church in East Ida, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the middle portion of Romans 8.
Pastor Daniel Potts from Trinity Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Lutheran Church and School in Waltz to talk about the beginning verses of Romans chapter eight.
Pastor Mark Witte from Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the conclusion of Romans chapter seven.
Rev. Lee Cullen of Lutheran High South in Newport, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the transitioning verses between Romans 6 and 7.
Pastor Tim Loewe of Christ the King Lutheran Church in Lambertville, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the first half of the sixth chapter of Romans.
The Rev. Jeffrey Heimsoth of Trinity Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the second half of the fifth chapter of Romans. The conversation revolves around the weight of original sin and how justification of sinners came about through the blood of Christ.
The Rev. Todd Seaver of Holy Ghost Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the first half of the fifth chapter of Romans. Conversation revolves around the truth that reconciliation and peace with God come through Jesus Christ.
The Rev. Mark Flory from St. Peter in Petersburg, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about Romans chapter four and how Christ fulfilled the covenant God made with Abraham.
Rev. Ken Huner from Thrivent Financial joins Dr. Taylor to talk about the second half of Romans 3.
Pastor Jon Shinkel from Wellspring Lutheran Services Monroe and Christ Our Shepherd Lutheran Church in Newport, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the first portion of Romans 3.
Pastor Larry Loree from Holy Ghost Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor of St. John's Waltz to talk about the second chapter of Romans.
Dr. Philip Penhallegon from Concordia University - Ann Arbor joins Dr. Taylor to talk about the opening verses of St. Paul's letter to the church in Rome. They also talk about background information: when it was written, the occasion for its writing, etc.
Deaconess Sara Bielby joins Dr. Taylor to talk about John chapter 21. They wrap-up and discuss the unifying message of John's gospel account.
Pastor Jeffrey Wade from St. John's Waltz, MI joins Dr. Taylor to talk about the latter half of John Chapter 20.
Pastor Daniel Potts from Trinity Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor to talk about John 19.
Pastor Mark Witte from Grace Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor to talk about John 18.
Pastor and Principal of Lutheran High South Lee Cullen joins Dr. Taylor to discuss John 17.
Pastor Tim Loewe from Christ the King in Lambertville, MI joins Dr. Taylor to discuss John 15.
Pastor Todd Seaver from Holy Ghost Lutheran Church and School in Monroe, MI joins Dr. Taylor to talk about John 13.
Pastor Jeff Heimsoth joins Dr. Taylor on Easter Sunday to discuss the Resurrection Account in John's Gospel.
Rev. Ken Huner from Thrivent Financial joins Dr. Taylor to talk about the text of John 12.
Pastor Mark Flory of St. Peter's in Petersburg, MI joins Dr. Taylor to discuss the finer points of John 11.
Deaconess Sara Bielby from Immanuel East Ida joins Dr. Taylor to discuss John Chapter 9.
On this week's show Pastor Jeffrey Wade of St. John's Waltz joins Dr. Kurt Taylor to look at John chapter 8.
Pastor Daniel Potts joins Dr. Kurt Taylor on this week's episode to discuss John chapter seven.
Pastor Mark Witte joins Dr. Kurt Taylor to talk about John Chapter Six. The emphasis on the show is placed on Jesus' "I am the Bread of Life" statement.
Pastor Lee Cullen, principal at Lutheran High South joins us to look at John Chapter 5.
This week we discuss John Chapter 4 with special guest Pastor Larry Loree from Holy Ghost Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI.
In our first show we have Pastor Jeff Heimsoth from Trinity Lutheran Church in Monroe, MI on to discuss John Chapter One. A special focus on the opening of John's Gospel and how John emphasizes Jesus as fully God and fully man.
In this week's episode Pastor Tim Loewe from Christ the King in Lambertville, MI joins us as we look at John Chapter 3.
This episode features Pastor Bruce Lucas from Immanual Lutheran Church in East Ida, MI. Pastor Lucas will go in-depth into the beginning of the signs that Jesus performed.