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This week Lloyd and Pastor Bennett share their thoughts on the tragedy of Charlie Kirk's death and the state of our broken nation. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, The Reformation...
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Lloyd shares his thoughts on the assassination of Charlie Kirk, the ideology behind it, and where the country is heading.
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Lloyd comments on the shooting at a Catholic school in Minneapolis by a trans man, the Left's predictable reactions, and the danger posed by the anti-Christian, death cult that is the trans movement. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider...
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This week Lloyd reviews another article from his book “Duty to Defend,” this one by Rev. Paul J. Cain, Jr. In Hebrews 12:14 we are told that we should “strive for peace with everyone.” Does that mean we must give up our Second Amendment rights in order to fulfill this...
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Listen to the entire "Duty to Defend" series before the individual episodes are made public. New episodes have been added to the list, exclusively for members of the Reformation Gun Club.
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At long last, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett are back together and there are no guardrails. Their conversation includes the crisis of the shortage of pastors, the idiocy of the Democrat party and their messaging, the anti-credential movement on the political right, redistricting in Texas, the rise of Left-wing violence, the...
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Lloyd is joined by Reformation Gun Club members Donny Ross, Stuart Burt, William Swenson, Steven Cifford, Michael Soost, Tim Johnsrude, Curtis Heidel, and Darrell Ambro. The guys catch up, talk shooting, the NFA tax stamp changes in the “Big Beautiful Bill” and fun shooting stories. Armed Lutheran Radio is a...
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This week we are covering another chapter from the book “Duty to Defend,” and a chapter on gun free zones which is based on an interview with Rev. Ralph A. Abernethy III. We are going back to the grooveyard of forgotten favorites, with the original audio from that interview, originally...
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This week Lloyd waffles on for a bit about the dangers of AI and how to use it safely. Like the gun, he argues, AI is a tool that can be used for good or for ill, but its constant improvement–combined with ill intent–poses a grave threat to the truth....
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This week we are looking at another article from the book “Duty to Defend”, this one by the Rev. Jason Reed. When Jesus speaks of the “strong man, fully armed” guarding his possessions, is he speaking in support of using weapons to protect yourself and your home? Or does He...
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This week we are looking at another article written by the Rev. Paul J. Cain, Jr. from the book “Duty to Defend”. Does loving your neighbor mean supporting gun control? Can you love your neighbor as yourself if you support gun ownership? Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If...
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Lloyd discusses a shocking murder of a pastor in Arizona, plus a few hot takes on gun rights and mental illness. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, The Reformation Gun Club!...
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In a slightly delayed episode, Lloyd shares updates on his upcoming book “The Best Construction” and the talks about the benefits of looking at something with a fresh set of eyes. Plus shoutouts to our Gun Club Members and plans for future episodes. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast....
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This week is our 450th episode and we are hosting a long-overdue online hangout with Pastor Bennett and members of the Reformation Gun Club. Lloyd and Pastor are joined by Rob Laird, Stuart Burt and William Swenson to talk about the 2nd Trump Administration, guns, and more. Armed Lutheran Radio...
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This week we are looking at another article written by the late Rev. Richard Bolland from the book “Duty to Defend”. When Jesus told his disciple in the Garden of Gethsemane to put his sword back in it's place, was he warning all Christians to disarm? Armed Lutheran Radio is...
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Following the shocking assassination of an insurance industry CEO on the streets of New York City, voices on the Left have (unsurprisingly) celebrated — or at least justified — the killing, suggesting that it's tragic BUT somehow understandable. Sadly, those kinds of comments are not exclusive to the Left, and...
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In this week's early Thanksgiving episode, Lloyd takes a look at the case of an Ohio man who recently argued that 18 USC § 922(g)(5)(A) is unconstitutional because it denies the right to bear arms under the Second Amendment to aliens who are unlawfully in the United States. We'll break...
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Have you seen the new Volvo ad? It is unabashedly pro-life and pro-family and a refreshing change by corporate America to appeal to the “normies,” the men and women who turned the 2024 election for Donald Trump. To win the culture war, this is a step in the right direction....
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In this week's variety show episode, Mia, Sergeant Bill and Steve Clifford reflect on the outcome of the 2024 election and what it might mean for gun rights, for hunters, competitive shooters, and police. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide,...
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You have a duty as a parent to defend your loved ones and the children whom God has given you. That includes defending them from your irrational fears about an imaginary orange dictator. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider...
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Lloyd hangs out live with Pastor Bennett, Curtis Heidel and chats with fans while watching the results of the 2024 elections.
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Can you be a Christian and vote for Donald Trump? In a first for Armed Lutheran Radio, Lloyd and Pastor John Bennett and Reformation Gun Club members — Guillaume and Max Williams, Stuart Burt, Donnie Ross, William Swenson, Steven Clifford, Timothy Johnsrude, and Curtis Heidel — fisk an opinion piece...
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Lucas is a Marine veteran running for the Senate from Missouri. As if to prove my point from last week's show, Lucas decided to do something incredibly stupid in order to convince you that he's just like you and me. Only this time, he put lives in danger to do...
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Something happened this past week that Lloyd thinks it's an indicator of just how the upcoming election is going. Whenever Democrats are losing they try to convince you that they are one of us. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide,...
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Rep. Pat Ryan (D-NY) says we need an assault weapons ban and a ban on “high capacity magazine rounds.” Let's look at why he's wrong on the effects of the 1993 assault weapons ban and the real reason for the decline of violent crime in the 1990s. Armed Lutheran Radio...
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It's a variety show with limited variety this week, but with something new to make up for it. Lloyd discusses the need for preparation in the aftermath of the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, and we bring you a new voice: YouTuber and Reformation Gun Club member Steven Clifford (https://www.youtube.com/@cliffy109)....
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It's our September Online Hangout with Pastor John Bennett and Reformation Gun Club members Stuart Burt, Donnie Ross, William Swenson, Michael Soost, Steven Clifford, David Scott, and Timothy Johnsrude. Be sure to check out the YouTube channel to see this and our previous Online Hangouts. Armed Lutheran Radio is a...
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Inspired by our discussion in last month's Online Hangout, Lloyd discussed some upcoming changes to the show and shares advice for new/prospective podcasters based on nine years of Armed Lutheran Radio. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the...
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Another school shooting, another rant. Not about the need for gun control, but about the seemingly endless cycle of doing nothing but blaming guns rather than focusing on solutions that don't involve infringing on the rights of those who did nothing wrong. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If...
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This week is our Reformation Gun Club Online Hangout for August 2024. Lloyd is recording for the first time in his new studio and is joined by guests: Michael Soost, Stuart Burt, William Swenson, Steven Clifford, Donny Ross, Guillaume and Maximillienne Williams, and Timothy Johnsrude. Be sure to check out...
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When purchasing a gun or gun-related gear or ammo, Lloyd recommends what he calls the “Big Weld Rule of Gun Ownership”: See a need, fill a need. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our...
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Who is Tim Walz? The Governor of Minnesota has been chosen as Vice-President Kamala Harris' running-mate and, since he is a Minnesota resident, we are asking Pastor John Bennett for his take on our potential veep. A full version of this week's show, with 15 minutes of additional content, is...
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In this week's episode, Lloyd is recording from his new (partially finished) studio and shares his thoughts on the importance of making new emergency plans when you move into a new home. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting...
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This week we have our Online Hangout for July, 2024. Lloyd, Pastor Bennett and Mia are joined by Gun Club members Stuart Burt, David Scott, William Swenson, and Donny Ross. Plus a special guest appearance by Mia's husband, Hank. Be sure to check out the YouTube channel to see this...
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Lloyd shares his thoughts on the attempted assassination of former-president Donald Trump and the irresponsible rhetoric that the corporate media has engaged in that most-likely prompted the attack. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining...
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On today's episode, inspired by a Douglas Murray quote about the mental health of President Biden, Lloyd discusses the difficult question of when is it time to talk to your elderly parents about giving up their guns? You need to be logged in to view the rest of the content....
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Happy VM Day, folks! Lloyd looks back at the disastrous CNN Presidential Debate and discusses a topic that was notably absent: guns rights. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, The Reformation...
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This episode features 25 minutes of additional content trimmed from episode 407. Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss the upcoming election, the breakdown of our public institutions, and the continuing embarrassment that is Joe Biden's presidency. You need to be logged in to view the rest of the content. Please Log...
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Pastor John Bennett, the Pistol Packing Padre, joins us this week to discuss three of the biggest 2A court decisions in recent weeks: the SCOTUS ruling on bump stocks, the ATF pistol brace rule, and the recent change to the definition of “engaged in business.” Armed Lutheran Radio is a...
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A Happy Fathers Day message from the Armed Lutheran to the amazing men who are working to make a difference in your children's lives. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, The...
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This week we have our Online Hangout for June, 2024, with Pastor Bennett and Gun Club members Guillaume Williams, Stuart Burt, David Scott, and our superfan Max! Be sure to check out the YouTube channel to see this and our previous Online Hangouts. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast....
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This week Lloyd is discussing the annoying and blasphemous trend on the right, comparing Trump to Jesus, and why it needs to stop. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, The Reformation...
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What do the reaction to Harrison Butker's commencement speech and an Argentinian Coca-Cola commercial tell us about the culture of death in this country and how hard it will be to solve our violence problems? Listen in and find out. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value...
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What does a experiment on obedience to authority have to do with modern gun rights and gun control? Lloyd discusses the lore behind Vault 11 in the game “Fallout New Vegas” and the 1961 Milgram Experiment the lore is based on. It's a cautionary tale about man's willingness to harm...
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Recently the women on the TV show “The View” discussed abortion and attempted to justify it based on the Ten Commandments and the fact that we allow war, capital punishment and guns. In this episode, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett expand the discussion to include Trump's announced policy on abortion, the...
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It's out 400th Episode Extravaganza and we are celebrating with Pastor Bennett and Reformation Gun Club members Guillaume Williams (and daughter Maximilienne), Jim Martin (and new son Nathaniel), Stuart Burt, Steven Clifford, Donny Ross, William Swenston, and Curtis Heidel. Plus cameos by family dogs and various other youngsters.
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This week Lloyd reviews the new Amazon TV series “Fallout” and draws some interesting lessons about real world self-defense from the show's first season. A full-length version is also available for Reformation Gun Club members, with over 35 minutes of extra content including an in-depth review, info on the lore,...
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This week Lloyd reviews the new Amazon TV series “Fallout” and draws some interesting lessons about real world self-defense from the show's first season. This is a Gun Club exclusive with over 35 minutes of extra content including an in-depth review, info on the lore, some of the easter eggs...
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Last week the women on the TV show “The View” discussed abortion and attempted to justify it based on the Ten Commandments and the fact that we allow war, capital punishment and guns. In this episode, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss the specific claims the hosts make and explain the...
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Last week the women on the TV show “The View” discussed abortion and attempted to justify it based on the Ten Commandments and the fact that we allow war, capital punishment and guns. This full-length version combines episodes 398 and 399 and includes additional content exclusively for members of the...
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In this week's episode, Lloyd shares his thoughts on the state of political discourse and the serious problems facing America and ideas for how we can better address them in the future. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting...
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This week it's our Reformation Gun Club Online Hangout for March and Lloyd is hanging out with William Swenson, Stuart Burt, Steven Clifford, Rob Laird, and Donny Ross. The gang discusses the President's horrible Statue of the Union address, the sad state of politics in the nation, foreign aid, and...
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Lloyd and Pastor Bennett get together for the first time in 2024 to discuss the interesting trend of blue-state politicians getting tough on crime. Is there a genuine concern for citizens or is this just an election year ploy. What's the best construction? Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast....
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It's our first Online Hangout of 2024 and Lloyd is hanging out with David Scott, Stuart Burt, Dan Veldt, Steven Clifford, Donny Ross, Guillaume Williams, and Curtis Heidel. The gang discusses the world's greatest gun trade, Glock Shooting Sports, repairing a Remington Model 8, and the He Gets Us ad...
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This week is our first variety show of 2024. Mia talks about sharing the hunting experience with new hunters, and Pastor Bennett shares his thoughts on the Season of Lent. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show...
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In this special, mid-week episode, Lloyd shares his thoughts about the “He Gets Us” ad campaign that aired during last Sunday's Super Bowl. Is this a well-meaning conversation starter or is it something more nefarious? Links of Interest He Gets Us – https://hegetsus.com/en He Saves Us – https://youtu.be/rV3AnTUPiDY?si=1zv_-ZxrlLuLSIil Duty to...
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This week Lloyd discusses the case of the Michigan mother who is facing involuntary manslaughter charges for allowing her mentally ill son access to a firearm (a firearm he subsequently used to kill three students with). Sometimes our responsibility as parents and spouses is to protect our loved ones from...
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In the first new show of 2024, Lloyd looks back at the show's past and ahead to the ninth year in 2024. Prayer of the Week O Lord, we implore You favorably to hear the prayers of Your people that we, who are justly punished for our offenses, may be...
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This week is the last episode of 2023 and the final Online Hangout of the year. Lloyd is joined by Reformation Gun Club members Dan Veldt, Stuart Burt, and Donnie and Peter Ross and then we give away prizes with the help of my Lloyd's daughter, Rylyn. Watch the Video...
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A Christmas message based on the account of author Henry Williamson of the Christmas Truce on the Ypres salient in 1914. That account, published in the London Daily Express in 1937, reminds us that even during that deadly and bitter conflict, we are all God's children. Pray that we remember...
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This week we present, following a few announcements, the annual tradition that is the real story of Christmas as told in Chapters 1 and 2 of the Gospel of St. Luke. Performed by the cast, families and friends of Armed Lutheran Radio. Meet the Cast Lloyd Bailey – https://www.armedlutheran.us/about/ Mia...
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In this week's episode Lloyd and Pastor Bennett are hanging out with members of the Reformation Gun Club, including Stuart Burt, Steven Clifford, Michael Soost, Donny Ross, Dan Veldt, Curtis Heidel, Rob Laird, Edwin Fuhrmann, William Swenson, and Jim martin. Be sure to check out the YouTube channel to see...
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In this week's episode Lloyd discusses the current state of our nation in light of Romans 13:1. Are our governing authorities a terror to good works? And are we obligated to comply? Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting...
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This week is a variety show with content from the cast. Mia discusses the role of hunting in conservation, Sgt. Bill reviews a book by Greybeard Actual “The Way is in Training,” and Lloyd shares thoughts on trusting your instincts when selling (or buying) a firearm. Armed Lutheran Radio is...
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This week Lloyd shares his thoughts on a recent ruling from the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals. Just as Hunter Biden's sweetheart deal falls through the Fifth Circuit, based on SCOTUS's ruling in Bruen, basically invalidates the gun charges against Hunter Biden. Coincidence? Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast....
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In this week's episode we are hanging out with members of the Reformation Gun Club, including Stuart Burt, David Scott, Scott Van Dorsten, Steven Clifford, Michael Soost, Donny Ross, Dan Rushing, and Kevin Stumpe (who joins us for the first time). Be sure to check out the YouTube channel to...
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Five new tracks based on LSB hymns. Scheduled for release to online stores on July 31, 2023. Gun Club members can listen now and download for free. You need to be logged in to view the rest of the content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us
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This week Lloyd and Pastor Bennett are examine some bizarre stories of people who claimed self-defense or Castle Doctrine — but was it really? You need to be logged in to view the rest of the content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us
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President Biden called for tougher gun control measures following a 4th of July holiday marred by violence. Lloyd looks at the sad political truth behind the cynical call for more gun control, as politicians continue to do nothing about the actual problem: criminals. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast....
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In this week's episode we are hanging out with members of the Reformation Gun Club, including William Swenson, Stuart Burt, David Scott, Scott Van Dorsten, Rob Laird, Mike Johnson, and Steven Clifford. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting...
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Weather derailed last week's Online Hangout and delayed the show but Lloyd is back with a delayed episode about your duty as a parent to defend your family. From home invaders, muggers, drag queens, and really stupid decisions. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information...
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A re-arrangement of the “All the Blood of Beasts EP” with new vocals by Lloyd, some new lyrics, re-amped guitars and bass, more focused drums and new mastering techniques for a better sound across all tracks. Eric Castiglia's background vocals and guest solos from Metal Fakir return on “All the...
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Lloyd is back! Recovered from the crud and commenting on the emotionally charged headlines of the day. Trump Derangement Syndrome, the horror of supermajorities, the excesses of the trans movement, crime and gun control. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide,...
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This five-track EP reprises five songs from the original “Hymnody” album with new vocals by Lloyd, re-recorded guitars, re-amped bass, new lyrics, choruses and intros, more focused drums and new mastering techniques for a better sound across all tracks. Guest solo by Metal Fakir returns on “One Foundation.” Released to...
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This five-track EP reprises and combines songs that were previously released previously as singles or as part of the Revelation EP. Featuring new vocals by Lloyd, re-recorded guitars to replace tracks that were lost. Re-amped guitars and bass (Seven Seals and Clouds), new intros and chorus parts, more focused drums...
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This week, Lloyd is still recovering so Brian is our guest host. We have a variety show with content from the cast. Mia is talking about technology (its shortcomings and ethics), Sgt. Bill has a review of the Tisas 1911 Tank Commander, and we have a new Pontification from Pastor...
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Pastor Bennett just finished Lloyd's book The Fifth Command, a fantasy fiction novel with strong Christian themes. He and Lloyd sit down to discuss the book's story, characters, and inspirations. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show...
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Lloyd comments on the Hispanic white supremacy narrative that has now arisen in the wake of the Allen, Texas shooting. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, The Reformation Gun Club! http://gunclub.armedlutheran.us...
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This week we have a variety show with content from the cast. Mia is back from the annual “She Never Quit” event in Texas, Sgt. Bill reviews the Palmetto State Armory Dagger 9, and Lloyd shares initial thoughts on the recent shooting in Allen, Texas. [00:44] – Opening and welcome...
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This week Lloyd and Pastor Bennett are fisking the inane ramblings of an anti-gun pastor from Chattanooga, TN, and his flawed logic and even more flawed theology in the wake of the Covenant Christian Academy shooting. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment...
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After a crazy week that caused us to cancel the show last Sunday, Lloyd details the events that led to the cancellation and shares some personal security lessons learned. You need to be logged in to view the rest of the content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us
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Lloyd and Pastor Bennett fisk an article by the CEO of Sojourners written as a response to Wayne Lapierre's “Good Guy with a Gun” speech after Newtown.
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New music from METALloyd, inspired by the hymn “Jesus Christ is Risen Today” (LSB 457). You need to be logged in to view the rest of the content. Please Log In. Not a Member? Join Us
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Lloyd is flying solo and reviewing an email from Rabbi Micahel Cahana, one of the leaders of the Lift Every Voice Campaign to Ban Assault Rifles in Oregon. Rabbi Cahana uses a verse from Deuteronomy to encourage supporters after the failure of ballot...
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He is risen! He is risen, indeed! In today's Easter Sunday episode, Lloyd follows up on last week's commentary with a discussion of motivations. What motivates us to own and carry firearms? And, is that motivation based on reality or irrational fear? Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If...
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This week on Armed Lutheran Radio we take a look at maybe the goofiest interpretation of Scripture to date. A California Quaker who suggests that Christ's call for His disciples to buy swords in Luke 22 was so that he could fulfill the prophesy to be...
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New polling shows Americans no longer value the things that used to hold us together as a nation — patriotism, hard work, family, religion. We no longer agree even on basic biological truths. Is it time to accept that we are no longer the “United” States? Armed Lutheran Radio is...
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Pastor Bennett and Lloyd are looking at a smug Marcionite who hates the Biblical Story of the flood because our world is already too violent with all the school shootings so we don’t need stories about God being violent.
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In this week's episode we are hanging out with members of the Reformation Gun Club, including Dan Rushing, William Swenson, Donny and Peter Ross, Stuart Burt, Justin Hover, David Scott, Curtis Heidel, and Scott Van Dorsten. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment...
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It's a “Deep Thoughts with the Armed Lutheran” kind of episode as Lloyd shares life lessons from the range and the volleyball court. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, The Reformation...
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In this week's episode, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett review a 2014 video that resurfaced on Facebook this week. The video — presented as an example of tyrannical cops hassling a law-abiding gun owner — we find exactly the opposite. A guy who is supposed to be on our side, who...
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In this week's show, as we kick off the season of Lent, Lloyd reflects on the Asbury revival and the “He Gets Us” ad campaign and we replay a classic Lenten Pontification from Pastor Bennett. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we...
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Lloyd and Pastor Bennett hang out with Reformation Gun Club members Dan Veldt, William Swenson, Rob Laird, Dan Rushing, David Scott, Justin Hover, Donnie Ross, and Edwin Fuhrmann to discuss adult beverages, the venerable 1911, gun raffles, aliens, Chinese spy balloons, and our coming AI overlords. (Video coming soon) Armed...
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In this week's variety show episode, Mia is back from SHOT show with info on her favorite rifles. Sgt. Bill shares his thoughts on getting back into the saddle as a competitive shooter if you have been off for a while. And Pastor Bennett discusses the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod's...
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In this, our first ever live Clinging to God & Guns show, Lloyd and the Padre discuss the recently released (and quickly recalled) annotated Large Catechism. Specifically, the articles related to the Fifth Commandment and self-defense. The release created an uproar in Lutheran social media, with accusations of “woke” language...
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It's our first Online Hangout of 2023. Lloyd is joined by Reformation Gun Club Members Mike Johnson, Dan Rushing, Justin Hover, Donny Ross, Curtis Heidel, William Swenson, Scott Van Dorsten, and Pastor Drew Newman.
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In this our first Clinging to God & Guns episode of 2023, Lloyd and the Padre discuss Pastor Bennett's article in the new book “Duty to Defend: Volume 2,” the context of Phillippians 2:6-8, the reason it is poorly applied in the gun debate, and a better example of Jesus...
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As we kick off our eighth year, the cast of Armed Lutheran Radio share their goals for 2023 and what they hope the New Year brings. Segments [00:00] – Opening and welcome [01:41] – Thanks to our Members [03:32] – Lloyd's Commentary [16:55] – Mia's Motivations [23:39] – Pastor Bennett's...
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In this, the first episode of 2023 (our eighth year), Lloyd looks back at 2022 and ahead to what's new for 2023. Thank You to this Week's Members! Austin from Dysart, IA Bryan from Riverton, WY Curtis from Junction City, KS David from Kennesaw, GA Michael from Janesville, MN Scott...
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In our final episode of 2022 we are hanging out with members of the Reformation Gun Club and giving away over $600 in prizes. Apologies for the audio issues with the guest audio. Lloyd is joined by his daughter to draw names and give away books, tee-shirts, travel tumblers, gift...
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A Christmas message based on the account of author Henry Williamson of the Christmas Truce on the Ypres salient in 1914. That account, published in the London Daily Express in 1937, reminds us that even during that deadly and bitter conflict, we are all God's children. Pray that we remember...
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In this, our last variety show of 2022, Lloyd, Mia, Bill, and the Padre share fond memories and their thoughts on the meaning of Christmas. Segments [00:00] – Opening and welcome [01:35] – Thanks to our Members [04:06] – Announcements [08:56] – Lloyd's CommentaryWish List [20:38] – Mia's Motivations [27:45]...
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Our newest book “Duty to Defend: Volume 2” addresses Bible verses that are used without context in the gun-rights debate. In response to the book's announcement, Facebook user Jason decided to respond by taking quotes from the early church fathers out of context. Lloyd and the Padre discuss the early...
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Lloyd and Sgt. Bill hang out with Reformation Gun Club members Scott Van Dorsten, Rev. Paul Cain, Stuart Burt, Dan Rushing, Curtis Heidel, William Swenson, Mike Soost, Dan Veldt, Donnie Ross, and Rev. Robert McCanless who talk about Thanksgiving, training, and guns. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If...
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Its our 7th annual Christmas gift/wish list show. Lloyd, Mia, Bill, and the Padre share their gift and wish list ideas just in time for the start of the holiday season. Segments [00:00] – Blooper [00:43] – Opening and welcome [01:15] – Thanks to our Members [04:10] – Introduction [04:36]...
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Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss the results of the 2022 mid-term elections. What went wrong? Is Florida the GOP blueprint? What effect did Trump have on the elections? Why did voters choose a brain-dead basement-dweller in Pennsylvania? What does the future hold? Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If...
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Crime is on the ballot in the 2022 mid-terms. The Left doesn't know how to deal with it because they don't understand the nature of evil. As proof, Lloyd points to recent media examples, including Amazon's bastardization of the dark lord Sauron in the “Rings of Power.” Armed Lutheran Radio...
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This week Lloyd and the cast are answering a question about the most dangerous or reckless things we have seen on the range, and what lessons we learned from them. Segments [00:00] – Blooper [00:48] – Opening and welcome [02:05] – Thanks to our Members [05:40] – Introduction [06:56] –...
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Lloyd and Pastor Bennett hang out with Reformation Gun Club members Stuart Burt, William Swenson, Luke Otte, Donnie Ross, Justin Hover, and David Scott who talk about life, and the upcoming elections. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment that we provide and...
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Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss the key issues in the upcoming mid-term election and how, as Christians and gun owners, to decide for whom we should vote. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our...
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In today's commentary, Lloyd reviews an article from the Religion News Service which tries to explain why it is that attending church more regularly might lead you to reject the “social gospel.” Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting...
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This week is our August 2022 Online Hangout with members of the Reformation Gun Club. This month Lloyd is joined by Pastor Bennett and Gun Club members William Swenson, Donny Ross, Daniel Freeman, Mike Soost, Guillaume Williams, David Scott, Justin Hover, Edwin Fuhrmann, and Dan Rushing to discuss life and...
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YouTube ironically proves the point we were making in episode 287…by taking down episode 287. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, The Reformation Gun Club! http://gunclub.armedlutheran.us Thank You to this Week's...
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This week is a Reformation Gun Club exclusive episode. Lloyd responds to some criticism and then digs into some recent news stories and discusses some lessons we can learn and how the Ten Commandments apply to each of them. This is a member-exclusive episode. You can hear 50 minutes of...
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This week Lloyd and the cast are answering a question about the guns we carry and why. What factors and features did we consider in choosing our carry guns and gear? Segments [00:00] – Blooper [00:34] – Opening and welcome [02:11] – Thanks to our Members [06:13] – Lloyd's Carry...
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This week is our August 2022 Online Hangout with members of the Reformation Gun Club. This month Lloyd is joined by Pastor Bennett and Gun Club members Dan Veldt, William Swenson, Curtis Heidel, Kalroy, Guillaume Williams, David Scott and our newest member Justin Hover to discuss life concealed carry guns...
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In this week's show, Lloyd gives props to USA Today's Amanda Perez Pintado whose article about a man arrested outside a Washington concert venue actually makes the point that the fear of mass shootings is not proportional to the actual threat. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you...
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This week Lloyd and Pastor Bennett check in on the latest adventures of Florida Man to see what life, legal, and self-defense lessons we can learn. Weed wacker attacks, parking disputes, and nude berry picking. You don't want to miss this week's hilarious episode. Segments [00:00] – Blooper [00:42] –...
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The gang's all here in this week's variety show! Mia shares safety tips based on a recent travel experience, Sgt. Bill talks about getting back into the shooting game after a long break, and Pastor Bennett reflects on the state of the nation following the FBI raid on former President...
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In this week's Reformation Gun Club exclusive, Lloyd shares details about the upcoming book and discusses the latest gun-rights news: Alex Jones fined $4-million for lying about the Sandy Hook school shooting, the Parkland Shooter finally goes to trial, the Highland Park shooter enters a plea, Monkeypox is somehow a...
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This week Lloyd is flying solo, discussing the fear that drives voters to support illogical and dangerous agendas (climate change, gun control, lockdowns, etc.) and how politicians, activists, and the media prey on that fear to achieve their goals. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the...
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This week is our July 2022 Online Hangout with members of the Reformation Gun Club. This month Lloyd is joined by Gun Club members Dan Veldt, William Swenson, Daniel Rushing, Richard Wilson, Stuart Burt, and Curtis Heidel to discuss life, politics, culture, gun control, and more. Plus we give away...
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“Red Flag” laws are great in principle, but terrible in practice. In this week's episode, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett conduct a thought experiment to work through all the factors, all the questions, that have to be answered in order to create a “Red Flag” law that protects the public while...
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In this week's episode, Lloyd discusses the Highland Park 4th of July Parade shooting and how we should deal with mass shooters, looking back on history to draw some lessons that we have clearly lost in our system of justice. Links of Interest The Faithful Executioner: Life and Death, Honor...
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This week is a Reformation Gun Club exclusive. Lloyd comments on recent news and the world's growing hatred for Christians and Judeo-Christian values. This Episode is a Reformation Gun Club Exclusive! Members can listen to the full version here: https://gunclub.armedlutheran.us/audio/2179/ To help support the show and get access to hundreds...
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In today's episode, Lloyd comments on the contradictions in the Leftist responses to this week's events, Mia shares thoughts on social media safety, and Pastor Bennett is back from the recent district LCMS convention with thoughts about standing up for the truth. Segments [00:00] – Blooper [00:47] – Opening and...
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This week is our June 2022 Online Hangout with members of the Reformation Gun Club. This month Lloyd is joined by Gun Club members Dan Veldt, William Swenson, and Ed Fuhrmann to discuss life, politics, culture, gun control, world travel, and Father's Day. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast....
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In this week's “Clinging to God & Guns” show, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett follow up last week's Part 1 with a discussion of the “why” of mass shootings and offer solutions that nobody in Washington seems to want to talk about. Segments [00:00] – Blooper [00:45] – Opening and welcome...
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In this week's “Clinging to God & Guns” show, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss the pointless proposals that President Biden, Democrats, and the media have been pushing since the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. Next week, in Part 2, we will discuss the “why” and offer solutions that nobody in...
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This week we are hanging out with members of the Reformation Gun Club. Lloyd is joined by Gun Club Members Dan Veldt, Daniel Rushing, Donnie Ross, and the old sea captain Rob Laird. We share reactions to the Uvalde, Texas school shootings, ideas for how to prevent another tragedy, and...
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This week Lloyd’s been watching the Stanley Cup Playoffs and shares self-defense tips based on some of the fisticuffs that have taken place on the ice. In Hockey, as in life, you should keep in mind the concepts of proportionality, vocation, and risk before getting involved in any self-defense situation...
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This week the gang's all here for another variety show. Lloyd adds some thoughts to last week's reaction to the upcoming Supreme Court decision on Roe v. Wade, Mia reflects back on our Easter episode, Sgt. Bill shares his thoughts on “ghost guns,” and Pastor Bennett discusses priorities. Segments [00:00]...
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In this week's “Clinging to God & Guns” show Lloyd and Pastor Bennett look at some recent news stories and how they relate to the gun rights debate: Elon Musk buying Twitter, Ghost Guns, and news that SCOTUS is poised to overturn Row v. Wade. Segments [00:00] – Blooper [00:39]...
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Remember when Democrats supported parents' rights? Pepperidge Farms remembers. In this week's Reformation Gun Club exclusive, Lloyd shares thoughts on parental rights and how support for them has changed from 1985 to today. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider...
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He is risen! He is risen, indeed! Hallelujah! In this week's Easter Sunday episode we are digging into the grooveyard of forgotten favorites to bring you Easter and Holy Week segments from years past. Featuring an interview with Pastor Evan Goeglein from Table Talk Radio, a Clinging to God &...
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This week we are hanging out with members of the Reformation Gun Club. Lloyd is joined by Mia and Pastor Bennett, as well as Gun Club Members Dan Veldt, Daniel Rushing, and Richard Wilson. Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide,...
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Your duty to defend your family extends far beyond physical defense with a firearm. You must defend against the fallen world that seeks to undermine your authority as a parent and the truth of God's Word. To help support the show and get access to hundreds of hours of exclusive...
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This week the gang's all here for another variety show. Mia talks about preparing for self-defense scenarios, Sgt. Bill reacts to the new 2022 IDPA rulebook, and Pastor Bennett opines about the situation in Ukraine. Segments [00:00] – Blooper [00:35] – Opening and welcome [01:53] – Thanks to our Members...
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In this week's Reformation Gun Club exclusive, Lloyd discusses the ongoing war in Ukraine, and how the West should deal with Vladimir Putin and bullies like him. This Episode is a Reformation Gun Club Exclusive! Members can listen here: https://gunclub.armedlutheran.us/audio/2067/ To help support the show and get access to hundreds...
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In this week's “Clinging to God & Guns” show Lloyd and Pastor Bennett dissect look at some recent crime stories and try to put the best construction on the actions of the perps and see what lessons we can learn. If any. Segments [00:00] – Blooper [00:36] – Opening and...
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This week we are hanging out with members of the Reformation Gun Club to talk about the war in Ukraine, what this might mean for Taiwan, and we share recommendations for adult beverages. Lloyd is joined by Mia and Pastor Bennett, as well as Gun Club Members Dan Veldt, Daniel...
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In this week's variety show we have tips from Mia and a pontification from Pastor Bennett, and we are going back to the grooveyard of forgotten favorites to a Ballistic Minute from Sgt. Bill from episode 64. Segments [00:00] – Blooper [00:49] – Opening and welcome [01:54] – Thanks to...
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In this week's Reformation Gun Club exclusive, Lloyd reacts to three gun-related stories from Slate, Mediaite, and MSN. Libs are concerned that fighting the Texas abortion law may undermine frivolous lawsuits, Beto O'Rourke is back and he wants to defend the 2nd Amendment, and gun sales fell off a cliff...
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It's our 300th episode and Lloyd is back from COVID lockdown in North Carolina to look back on six years and 300 episodes of Armed Lutheran Radio with plenty of shout outs to fans, sponsors, supporters, the cast, guests and more. Segments [00:00] – Blooper [00:39] – Opening and welcome...
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In our first “Clinging to God & Guns” show of the year, Pastor Bennett tackles some gun-related advice columns from Slate.com. The New Armed Lutheran Book “Duty to Defend” is now available! In Paperback: http://www.armedlutheran.us/duty/ For Kindle: http://www.armedlutheran.us/kindle Prayer of the Week Heavenly Father, as You know us to be...
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In our first variety show of 2022, Lloyd comments on the largest civil rights march in history, Bill offers tips for keeping your skills up during the ongoing ammo and primer shortage, and Pastor Bennett shares a story about panic porn and unreasonable fear. Segments [00:00] – Blooper [00:35] –...
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We all hoped 2022 would be better than 2021, right? Unfortunately, everything in 2022 is stupid. From the economy to crime and immigration, terrorism, and (stupidest of all) COVID-19. This Episode is a Reformation Gun Club Exclusive! Members can listen here: https://gunclub.armedlutheran.us/audio/2067/ To help support the show and get access...
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We kick off our seventh year with our annual “State of the Show” show. Lloyd introduces new listeners to the show and lays out what you can expect in 2022. Segments [00:00] – Blooper [00:52] – Opening and welcome [01:53] – Thanks to our Patrons [03:55] – Background and History...
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A Christmas message based on the account of author Henry Williamson of the Christmas Truce on the Ypres salient in 1914. That account, published in the London Daily Express in 1937, reminds us that even during that deadly and bitter conflict, we are all God's children. Pray that we remember...
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In this special Christmas tradition, the cast, family, and friends of Armed Lutheran Radio present a remastered version of The Real Story of Christmas which first aired back in episode 101. Featuring the vocal talents of Sgts. Bill and Kat Silvia, Pastor John Bennett, Aaron and Stacey Israel, Jon Braaten,...
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It's our final new show of 2021 and we're closing it out with Clinging to God & Guns. Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss some recent court cases that give us reason to be optimistic about the future of our flawed legal system. Check out our additional content as we discuss...
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In this the penultimate episode of 2021, Lloyd comments on the advent season and reasons to rejoice in this world of sorrow and sadness, and Pastor John Bennett comments on happiness and despair during the Christmas season. Segments [00:00] – Blooper [00:26] – Opening and welcome [03:12] – Thanks to...
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Conservative and pro-gun voices were quick to jump on actor Alec Baldwin's claim that he did not pull the trigger of the gun which killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins. In today's episode, Lloyd dissects the key points in Baldwin's interview with ABC News, and shows why the critics are wrong, and...
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It's our Sixth Annual Christmas Gift List Episode, with gift ideas from the entire cast. Just in time for the holiday shopping season. Segments [00:00] – Show Open [00:24] – Opening and welcome [01:21] – Thanks to our Patrons [04:09] – Lloyd's Gift Ideas [18:09] – Mia's Gift Ideas [23:44]...
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On November 3, 2021, the Supreme Court heard arguments in New York Rifle & Pistol Association vs. Bruen — a case that could make “shall issue” the law of the land around the nation. In this episode, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett review a hysterical amicus brief, filed by a group...
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“An eye for an eye, and a tooth for a tooth,” right? How should we, as Christians, view the ideas of vigilantism and revenge; even as our human nature desires to see bad guys get what's coming to them? Lloyd and Pastor Bennett respond to the case of the father...
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Happy Reformation Day! In this week's variety show episode, Lloyd comments on the parallels between the Reformation and our current political divide, Mia talks about how to equip your daughters to defend themselves when our schools won't, Sgt. Bill is taking friends and new shooters to the range, and Pastor...
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This week Lloyd is flying solo, commenting on the Alec Baldwin movie set shooting and how we as Christian gun owners should think about and respond to it. The New Armed Lutheran Book “Duty to Defend” is now available! In Paperback: http://www.armedlutheran.us/duty/ For Kindle: http://www.armedlutheran.us/kindle Prayer of the Week Lord,...
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