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The Thinking Fellows is a podcast that explores theology, history, and apologetics. Hosted by Caleb Keith and Drs. Rod Rosenbladt, Scott Keith, and Adam Francisco.
What makes a church "healthy"? In this episode of the Thinking Fellows, Caleb Keith, Scott Keith, Adam Francisco, and Bruce Hillman examine the popular language of healthy churches, church growth, and discipleship. They question whether marketing metrics have replaced the biblical marks of the church and argue that the true measure of the church is the faithful preaching of Christ crucified and the right administration of the sacraments. Rather than chasing marketing strategies or growth models, they contend that the church exists to deliver the forgiveness of sins through Word and Sacrament, trusting God's promises instead of chasing the latest trends.
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On this episode of Thinking Fellows, the guys ask what it means to call Christianity, Judaism, and Islam the "Abrahamic faiths." They look at the history of the term and what these religions actually share. They also explain why their differences, especially about Jesus Christ, matter more than the label and how Christians can talk with Jews and Muslims without losing the truth of the Gospel.
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In this episode of Thinking Fellows, the guys discuss the ongoing debate over children's church and whether kids should be separated from adults during worship. They argue that Christian worship is more than age appropriate teaching. God works through the proclamation of His Word and the sacraments for believers of every age, making children an important part of the gathered church. Drawing from Scripture, Luther, and recent research, they make the case that worshiping together as families helps pass the faith from one generation to the next and forms children in ways that children's church alone cannot.
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- Luther and the Lion: A Narnian Catechism by Samuel Schuldheisz
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- Being Family by Dr. Scott Keith
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In this episode of Thinking Fellows, Adam, Bruce, and Caleb explore whether Martin Luther can be trusted, responding to modern critiques that question his character, motives, and mental state as a way of dismissing the Reformation. They argue that while Luther was at times emotional, outspoken, and flawed, his theology should be judged by how faithfully it interprets Scripture rather than by speculative psychological diagnoses or personal attacks. Along the way, they discuss how Luther's humanity, historical context, and extensive writings have fueled both serious scholarship and polemical caricatures, encouraging listeners to evaluate his teaching on its biblical merits.
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In this episode of Thinking Fellows, Adam Francisco discusses his new book The Turk at the Door, exploring how Martin Luther understood Islam, the Ottoman Empire, and the challenges facing Christendom during the Reformation. The conversation examines Luther's distinction between just war and holy war, his study of the Quran, and why Christians should understand Islam without confusing political conflict with the proclamation of the Gospel. They discuss why this overlooked chapter of Reformation history still matters today as Christians engage thoughtfully and faithfully with their Muslim neighbors.
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- Being Family by Dr. Scott Keith
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Caleb, Scott, and Bruce discuss the claim that young men are making a dramatic return to regular church attendance. They examine the data and the growing implications of the widening differences between young men and young women in their dispositions toward Christianity. Ultimately, the fellows urge caution and patience, warning against adopting a new "seeker-sensitive" approach to church in an attempt to capitalize on these trends.
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In this episode of Thinking Fellows, Dr. Scott Keith and Caleb Keith discuss the state of Christianity in Finland with pastor and youth director Toni Kokkonen. The conversations examines how Lutheranism shaped Finnish culture and identity, the challenges posed by secularization and debates within the Finnish state church, and the role of confessional renewal movements seeking to remain faithful to Scripture. Despite cultural and ecclesial challenges, the episode highlights encouraging signs among younger generations who are deeply engaged with theology, worship, and the future of Lutheran Christianity in Finland.
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- The Essential Nestingen: Essays on Preaching, Catechism, and the Reformation
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Did the Apostle Paul invent Christianity? Did his teachings contradict the message of Jesus? These claims have become increasingly common in popular books, documentaries, podcasts, and online discussions. The Fellows refute this idea and present compelling reasons to see and believe that the New Testament speaks with one voice.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss proclimation, apologetics, and epistemology. What does it mean that the Christian faith is certain? How does certainty of God's word differ from analytic certainty like mathmatics? The certainty of the Christian faith comes from a divine word of promise that points us to the death and ressurection of Christ for both knowledge and faith.
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Caleb Keith and John Hoyum discuss the content and purpose of the Athanasian Creed. What is this third ecumenical creed, and why do Lutherans still confess it today?
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"America was designed to destroy baptism" is a famous quote from Dr. Steven Paulson and his appearance on the Thinking Fellows live show in 2017. Caleb and Scott are joined by Dan van Voorhis to examine the truth behind Dr. Paulson's statement. Together, they explore the rejection of infant baptism in American Protestantism and how this shift has often turned faith and knowledge into meritorious works within Protestant theology.
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The Thinking Fellows examine one of Christianity's most difficult and avoided topics: hell. In a world where many people either explain hell away or imagine it through the lens of Dante and Milton rather than Scripture, the Fellows discuss what Christians can seriously and straightforwardly confess about eternal judgment. Looking especially to the teaching and ministry of Jesus Christ, the conversation explores how Christians can speak honestly about hell without falling into speculation, sensationalism, or silence.
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The Thinking Fellows examine a common question about the Christian life and God's power and plans.
What are common mistakes made when talking about God ordaining or planning the events and conditions in our lives? In what ways is it true that God has a plan for you? The conversation leads people toward the finished work of Christ and God's means of communication to his people.
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- The Essential Nestingen: Essays on Preaching, Catechism, and the Reformation
- Philip Melanchthon's Commentary on Ecclesiastes, Translated by Dr. Derek Cooper
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The Bible is clear that angels exist. The question for Christians is: what does the Church need to confess about angels? What do popular depictions of guardian angels or miraculous encounters with angels get right and wrong? The Fellows outline the biblical depiction of angels and present a positive picture of how God uses them to accomplish His purposes.
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- The Essential Nestingen: Essays on Preaching, Catechism, and the Reformation
- Philip Melanchthon's Commentary on Ecclesiastes, Translated by Dr. Derek Cooper
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Contemporary Christianity often ignores or understates the realities and existence of spiritual warfare and spiritual beings. The naturalistic Western world views these things as superstitious. How can Christians talk about the existence and work of demons without being sensationalized? The Thinking Fellows discuss demons in plain and simple terms, encouraging fellow believers to do the same. Yes, demons are real, but Christians do not need to be afraid because we already possess victory over them.
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- The Essential Nestingen: Essays on Preaching, Catechism, and the Reformation
- Philip Melanchthon's Commentary on Ecclesiastes, Translated by Dr. Derek Cooper
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Adam Francisco, Bruce Hilman, and Caleb Keith discuss just war theology. Just war attempts to give Christians a framework within which their conscience can find comfort as rulers, soldiers, and citizens carrying out their vocations. Just war theology can be a useful tool, but it also has limits. Most importantly, participation in a just war does not justify the sinner. Justification happens apart from any just fulfillment of our vocations.
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- The Essential Nestingen: Essays on Preaching, Catechism, and the Reformation
- Philip Melanchthon's Commentary on Ecclesiastes, Translated by Dr. Derek Cooper
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What is the difference between habitually missing church or removing it from your life, and simply missing a service? In this episode, the Thinking Fellows discuss the essential nature of gathering together as the Church while also considering how to admonish attendance without attacking faithful members who occasionally miss services.
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- The Essential Nestingen: Essays on Preaching, Catechism, and the Reformation
- Philip Melanchthon's Commentary on Ecclesiastes, Translated by Dr. Derek Cooper
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Did Jesus, in his ministry and preaching, ever claim to be God? Many anti-Christian voices today promote the false idea that Jesus neither claimed divinity nor sought to convince his followers of it. This video offers a clear, accessible overview of how the Gospels present Jesus' divine nature—and how his words and works fulfill that claim.
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- Philip Melanchthon's Commentary on Ecclesiastes, Translated by Dr. Derek Cooper
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Scott and Caleb are joined by Magnus Persson to talk about what it means to be confessional. Magnus discusses the importance of the Lutheran Confessions and how the church is called to be both evangelical and catholic in its mission. A confessional church proclaims the Gospel while upholding the universal truths and gifts God gives to the church to proclaim and teach.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss various projects, essays, and books they have been working on. The connecting theme is how to proclaim and teach the Gospel in a post-Christian society: comforting and sustaining the members of the Church while announcing the death and resurrection of Christ to a world in need.
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- Philip Melanchthon's Commentary on Ecclesiastes, Translated by Dr. Derek Cooper
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The Thinking Fellows list and discuss reasons to embrace Lutheranism in 2026. The hosts take turns outlining the compelling distinctives of the Lutheran confession of faith, from the Christ-centered nature of Lutheran theology to the shape and content of worship, the place of children in the life of the Church, and the doctrine of vocation.
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- The Essential Nestingen: Essays on Preaching, Catechism, and the Reformation
- Philip Melanchthon's Commentary on Ecclesiastes, Translated by Dr. Derek Cooper
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, Caleb Keith, Bruce Hillman, Adam Francisco, and Scott Keith discuss the new book 'A Reasoned Defense of the Faith' from 1517 publishing. The conversation explores the role of apologetics in addressing contemporary religious challenges, particularly focusing on Islam and the importance of positive apologetics.
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- Philip Melanchthon's Commentary on Ecclesiastes, Translated by Dr. Derek Cooper
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How can you know who the Antichrist is, or when he is coming? Many predictions focus on hidden signs, secret symbols, and unfolding world events. But Scripture speaks far less sensationally: the Antichrist has come, is here, and will continue to arise wherever powers, religions, and worldviews deny the person and work of Jesus Christ.
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- Philip Melanchthon's Commentary on Ecclesiastes, Translated by Dr. Derek Cooper
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Christians should be prepared to give clear and faithful answers to hard questions about what they believe. When it comes to abortion, many Christians hold strong biblical convictions, yet find themselves stumbling when those convictions are challenged or pressed in conversation. In this episode, the Thinking Fellows address serious and common questions surrounding abortion questions about law, life, conscience, and forgiveness.
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Chad Bird joins the Thinking Fellows to challenge the popular idea that the Old Testament is a mysterious book filled with hidden codes and secret meanings waiting to be unlocked. Together, they examine the motivations and theological presuppositions that drive these approaches and why they often distort how Christians read Scripture. In contrast, the conversation offers a constructive vision for Old Testament study; one that emphasizes historical context, literary awareness, and the value of the original languages as gifts that clarify, rather than conceal, God's Word.
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, Scott Keith, and Bruce Hillman discuss the ethics of self-defense from a Christian perspective. They explore the moral complexity of using deadly force, particularly in situations involving the defense of oneself or others. The conversation highlights the doctrine of vocation and the tension between civil responsibility and Christian witness. Drawing on personal experiences, the hosts reflect on the difficulty of making ethical decisions under extreme pressure and ultimately emphasize the Christian's dependence on Christ's forgiveness—even when actions may be morally justified.
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- Untamed Prayers: 365 Daily Devotions on Christ in the Book of Psalms by Chad Bird
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Has Lutheranism Failed? In this episode, the Thinking Fellows discuss the purpose and aim of the church to examine if Lutheranism in America has failed. The fellows assert the importance of defining the church's mission, the role of the Augsburg Confession, and the perception of Lutheranism in American society.
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- Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug
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Reading and education outcomes in the United States have been declining for decades. In this episode, the Thinking Fellows examine how these trends have impacted Christian education and what Christians can contribute to America's education crisis. Show Notes: 1517 Academy Being Dad: Father as a Picture of God's Grace
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Scott and Caleb review the new animated David movie. More than just another David and Goliath retelling, the film attempts to capture David's full transformation from shepherd to king.
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- Remembering Your Baptism: A 40-Day Devotional by Kathryn Morales
- Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug
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In this fun episode, the Thinking Fellows take turns sharing some of their least-favorite phrases or platitudes that Christians use. They discuss how these platitudes can discourage fellow believers and how they often function as a way to fill silence while avoiding the real vocational needs of our neighbors.
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- Remembering Your Baptism: A 40-Day Devotional by Kathryn Morales
- Sinner Saint by Luke Kjolhaug
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The Thinking Fellows examine the Ligonier 2025 State of Theology Survey. They identify a major recurring theme: Christians are contradicting themselves. Fundamental questions about the nature of God, the authority of Scripture, and the work of Jesus are answered correctly by most respondents. However, the same individuals then give contradictory answers to adjacent questions such as the nature of the Holy Spirit, whether Christians must adhere to biblical morality, or whether the worship of false gods saves. The Fellows discuss catechesis and the impact of culture on what people say and what they believe. Year End Giving State of Theology Survey
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows, we take a closer look at the growing interest in Thomas Aquinas especially among younger evangelicals and even many Lutherans. We talk through why Aquinas is appealing to so many today, but also why the Lutheran Reformers pushed back on key parts of his theology. That includes the big questions of grace, salvation, and whether human effort plays any role in standing before God.
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints regularly presents itself as a Christian church. In this episode, the Thinking Fellows examine what Mormons get wrong about Christianity and how LDS doctrine leads its followers to worship a false god. Mormonism is not Christian; it is a fabricated religion built on teachings that contradict the Gospel and the historic faith.
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In this live episode of the Thinking Fellows, Caleb, Scott, Steve, and Adam discuss why Martin Luther's The Bondage of the Will is one of the most important yet most overlooked works of the Reformation.
They explore why Luther's debate with Erasmus still matters today and how ignoring this work can lead to confusion about human will, divine grace, and the Gospel itself. Rather than being a cold philosophical text, The Bondage of the Willreveals the comfort of knowing that salvation depends entirely on God's decision and not our effort.
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What led Martin Luther to write The Bondage of the Will? This podcast explores the historical background and central message of one of Luther's most significant works. Written as a response to Erasmus, Luther's book defends the biblical truth that salvation is not the result of human choice or effort but rests entirely on God's gracious will. The Bondage of the Will delivers a message of profound comfort. God Himself has acted to save sinners through His Son, Jesus Christ, who takes away our sins and gives us eternal life.
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Singing is one of the most recognizable parts of Christian worship. But why do Christians sing hymns? Where did hymns come from? And why should the church continue to sing them? Caleb and Scott Keith are joined by Dr. Steve Mueller from Concordia University Irvine to answer these questions.
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Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, Scott Keith, and Bruce Hillman explore the linguistic challenges faced by individuals transitioning from evangelical backgrounds to Lutheranism. They discuss the distinctions between Christian terms, the role of tradition in defining these terms, and the importance of confessional documents in maintaining doctrinal clarity. The Fellows also touch on cultural and institutional differences between American evangelicals and Lutherans.
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Lord protect us, keep us, bring comfort and assurance to the Kirk family, and send us evermore to proclaim Your death and resurrection for the forgiveness of sins.
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, the hosts engage in a comprehensive discussion about Islam, exploring its theology, the role of Muhammad, the authorship of the Quran, and the differences between Islamic and Christian beliefs. Caleb, Scott, and Bruce take turns asking Adam questions that Christians may or should have about Islam.
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, the Fellows discuss the Book of Romans, exploring its pivotal role in the Reformation, its didactic nature, and the genius of Paul's argumentation. The episode focuses on how Romans provides comfort and assurance to believers, emphasizing the personal nature of salvation and the continuity of God's promises throughout the text. The conversation underscores the importance of Romans in understanding Christian doctrine and its relevance for contemporary believers.
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Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, Scott Keith, and Bruce Hillman delve into Martin Luther's, 'The Freedom of a Christian.' They explore the historical context of the Reformation, particularly the year 1520, and discuss the significance of Luther's teachings on justification by faith, the authority of scripture (Sola Scriptura), and the relationship between faith and good works.
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This episode is a conversation about the life and influence of Augustine of Hippo. The Fellows cover Augustine's historical context, his theological contributions, particularly regarding original sin and the nature of love, and his lasting impact on both Protestant and Catholic traditions. The Fellows also delve into the relationship between Augustine and Martin Luther, examining how Augustine's ideas shaped the Reformation and continue to influence modern theology, particularly in the understanding of grace.
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The Thinking Fellows explore the life and significance of Justin Martyr, an early Christian apologist. They focus on the challenges Justin faced, and his example for contemporary apologetics. Justin's work also highlights the distinction between apologetics and polemics, emphasizing defending the Christian faith against external criticisms and internal heresies.
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The Thinking Fellows are joined by Todd Hains to discuss the concept of the Rule of Faith as articulated by Martin Luther. Todd explains the significance of the Ten Commandments, the Apostles' Creed, and the Lord's Prayer in shaping Christian doctrine and practice. The discussion delves into how these elements serve as a catechetical foundation for both preaching and personal faith, emphasizing their role in guiding believers in their interpretation of Scripture and their relationship with God.
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The Thinking Fellows podcast breaks down C.F.W. Walther’s classic work The Proper Distinction Between Law and Gospel. This episode offers a brief introduction to Walther and explores why properly distinguishing between Law and Gospel is a vital task for every Christian preacher. Distinguishing Law and Gospel is one of the most difficult yet essential tasks of the Christian life. Command and promise are not merely theological slogans; they are the means by which God delivers faith and creates saints out of sinners.
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Caleb, Scott, and Adam take up the question: was Peter the first pope? They follow this with a conversation about why contemporary Lutherans need not long for the ecclesiology of Rome or the papacy. In the second half of the episode, the Fellows discuss the growing number of pastoral vacancies in the LCMS. They encourage patience and thoughtful reflection as congregations navigate this challenging reality.
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, Bruce Hillman, Scott Keith, and I take a look at the difference between the comfort that comes from the gospel and the kind of therapeutic language that's become common in our culture. We talk about how this language has crept into everyday life—including the church—and how it ends up reshaping the way people think about faith, identity, and community. Along the way, we highlight the importance of the gospel as an objective promise, the problems with journey-style language, and the real need for Christian community when people are struggling. At the heart of it, we’re calling for a return to the central message of Christianity: the forgiveness of sins and the church as a place of genuine comfort and consolation.
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, hosts Caleb Keith, Bruce Hillman, and Scott Keith engage in a free-for-all discussion. They explore the differences between the James Bond books and movies, delve into the theological significance of infant baptism, and discuss the historical context of Mao's Great Famine. The conversation also explores the shifting dynamics of young men in the church, the impact of generational changes on women's roles, and the increasing gender disparity in church attendance. The hosts conclude with reflections on societal coveting and the importance of recognizing that everything we have is a gift from God.
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Caleb, Scott, and Adam recorded their annual live show at the Here We Still Stand regional conference in Northwest Arkansas. They cover multiple topics, including concerns about IVF advancements and technology, the Shroud of Turin, and the importance of family.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss their church pet peeves; habits or developments that get under their skin and why. This episode offers a chance to have a little fun as each host vents and explains their perspective.
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In this episode, the hosts delve into the reliability of the Bible, with a particular focus on the moral content of scripture and its implications for one's faith. They discuss how younger generations perceive the Bible as unreliable due to its moral teachings, particularly in relation to contemporary cultural values. Christianity does have a clear moral vision, but most importantly, it finds its stability in Christ.
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, and Bruce Hillman assert the trustworthiness of Scripture. They discuss the importance of biblical inerrancy, the implications of textual variants, and the transparency of the Christian tradition in handling manuscript evidence. The conversation underscores the importance of a thoughtful approach to understanding Scripture in the face of contemporary challenges to faith.
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, the hosts explore the complexities of Lutheran identity, particularly in relation to Catholicism. They discuss the meanings of 'Catholic' in both small and large contexts. What are the historical implications and the ongoing challenges of using the word "catholic?" The fellows discuss the effectiveness and downfalls of ecumenical movements that rally around small c catholic identity and critique how they can overlook core theological differences, particularly regarding the gospel.
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Lutherans started the Protestant Reformation. However, they shy away from the term today. The Thinking Fellows discuss why the term became contentious but why Lutherans must still identify with it. The conversation highlights Lutherans' challenges in identifying themselves within the broader Christian community and the need for more effective engagement with other traditions. The episode concludes with reflections on the future of Lutheran identity and a teaser for the next episode.
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The Fellows continue their conversation about Lutheran identity. This time, they discuss the term "evangelical." Lutherans have used the term to describe themselves since the early Reformation. In recent times, confessional Lutherans have turned away from the term. Caleb, Scott, Adam, and Bruce discuss why the word is worth using and qualifying, even though it has come to gain new definitions in Western Christianity.
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The Thinking Fellows continue discussing the issue of a Lutheran identity crisis. This week, they deal with the moniker: confessional. They define confessional and explain why it is essential to Lutheranism. They also cover how the term has been used within specific movements in American Lutheranism, particularly the LCMS, to bludgeon people over a reasonable disagreement. Overall, Lutherans must subscribe to the Lutheran Confessions and thus be confessional, but it is not necessary to be involved in the gatekeeping that "confessional" movements can participate in today.
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, Bruce Hillman, and Scott Keith engage discuss an ongoing identity crisis within Lutheranism. They explore various terms such as confessional and missional, their meanings, and the implications for the Lutherans. The conversation explores the historical context of Lutheran identity, the role of tradition and doctrine and how they shape the identiy of a church.
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How should Christians navigate the shoulds and shouldnots of daily life, especially on matters not explicitly covered in Scripture? The Fellows look at common questions about civil behavior that Christians ask online. They also consider the idea of Christian behavior as a witness to their neighbor.
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There are lots of objections to infant baptism floating around in American Christianity today. In this episode, the Fellows respond to some common objections leveraged against advocates of baptizing infants. The objections came from X-post comments; they do not represent the most sophisticated arguments for the credo-baptist position but rather some ordinary objections that real people believe and profess.
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, Bruce Hillman, and Scott Keith discuss the relevance of the gospel in contemporary society. The conversation delves into the roles of law and gospel, cultural contextualization, and the challenges faced by churches in effectively communicating the gospel message. The Fellows emphasize that while the gospel itself cannot be changed. They also discuss the potential roadblocks that can hinder understanding, the importance of context in evangelism, and the dangers of conflating the gospel with law.
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In this episode of The Thinking Fellows, the hosts take on a challenging question: Are Christians hypocritical when it comes to sexual sins? This discussion is often raised in conversations about LGBTQ issues and the Church’s stance on morality.
The Fellows explore how the Sixth Commandment applies to all sexual sins and emphasize that the Church’s teaching should be consistent—preaching repentance and forgiveness for every violation, not just the culturally controversial ones. They also push back on the common accusation that churches are obsessed with homosexuality, pointing out that society, not the Church, is hyper-fixated on the issue.
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, Caleb Keith, Scott Keith, and Adam Francisco engage in a friendly discussion about the current state of university education. They explore whether the traditional concept of the university is dead, the role of universities in preparing students for the job market, and the cultural influences that shape modern education. The conversation also touches on the challenges of implementing a liberal arts curriculum and the varying expectations of what a university should provide to its students.
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, the Fellows answer, "Did Martin Luther invent a new religion?" They explore the historical context of the Reformation, the theological implications of Luther's teachings, and the ongoing debates between Catholicism and Protestantism. The conversation highlights the role of humanism in the Reformation and the centrality of scripture for understanding justification by faith. Ultimately, they conclude that Luther did not create a new religion but instead rightly reformed and returned to the core tenets of Christianity.
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The Thinking Fellows talk about the limitations of scientific progress. Skepticism of previous scientific advancements in medicine and chemical engineering has paved the path for more people to question technological progress and the good it can do for humanity. Yet many skeptics still look to the future and advancing technology as a solution for death, suffering, and sin. By understanding the realities of sin and death, Christians can walk a realistic line where technology can be leveraged for the good of this life and neighbor. Still, we know it will never solve death and can always be used to accomplish evil means.
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, Caleb Keith, Scott Keith, and Adam Francisco discuss the relevance of epistemology versus worldview in the context of Christian engagement with culture and society. They explore the historical development of these concepts, their utility for understanding different belief systems, and the challenges of navigating a pluralistic society.
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In this episode of the Thinking Fellows podcast, the Fellows explore the complex history of the Crusades, their origins, motivations, and the theological implications that arise from them. They discuss Pope Urban II's call to arms and the evolution of the Crusades from a war of liberation to a series of hard-to-follow conflicts. The conversation emphasizes the distinction between political and religious acts, the role of the church, and the implications for contemporary Christian thought.
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In this episode, Caleb Keith, Scott Keith, and Adam Francisco discuss the viral appearance of Wesley Huff on Joe Rogan's podcast. They explore the impact of the conversation on Christian apologetics, the nature of truth and science, and the role of miracles in faith. The discussion also delves into textual criticism, cultural context, and the theological insights presented during the interview. The hosts reflect on the effectiveness of Huff's approach and the importance of continuing the conversation about faith in a modern context.
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The Thinking Fellows dive into the life and work of the Venerable Bede, one of the most influential figures in early Christian history. Often called the "Father of English History," Bede's Ecclesiastical History of the English People shaped our understanding of the Church's growth in Britain. This episode explores Bede's contributions to theology, historiography, and education, and considers how his work continues to inspire Christian scholarship today.
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The Fellows discuss medieval theology by surveying Bonaventure's The Soul's Journey Into God and note the scholastic tendency to speculate from God's general natural revelation. These developments in scholastic theology, in part, led to the necessity of the Reformation.
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Eusebius was one of the greatest historians of the early church. The Fellows discuss his contributions to theology and history. The episode pays special attention to the way Eusebius treats the Old Testament. Eusebius starts his history of the church at the beginning of Genesis and asserts that Christianity is not a novel faith but the faith of all Old Testament believers.
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Amy Mantravadi joins Caleb and Bruce to discuss her novel Broken Bonds: A Novel of the Reformation. Amy was inspired to follow the lives and conflicts of Martin Luther, Desiderius Erasmus, and Philipp Melanchthon. The episode dives into the history behind the novel and the significance of Luther's The Bondage of the Will.
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The Fellows discuss St. Gregory of Nyssa's Catechetical Discourse, a series of objections and answers to confessions of the Christian faith. It was designed to educate new Christians on essential doctrines like the Trinity and atonement. Caleb leads the conversation by asking how the catechesis of the past can inform Christian education today.
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The Thinking Fellows are starting a new series highlighting the history of Christian thought. For the next several weeks, the Fellows explore books written by great thinkers throughout Christian history. Bruce Hilman leads this first episode and covers St. John Chrysostom's On the Priesthood.
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High stakes and emotions regarding national politics produce situations Christians must meaningfully and thoughtfully navigate. Christians are embodied and specifically located creatures with vocations that demand political conciseness and often involvement. Yet these political situations and outcomes are not the object or sum of the faith. This episode explores the consequences of winning and losing elections and how Christian involvement and thought distinguish between faith and vocation so that we do not trust in princes but in Christ while faithfully serving our neighbors.
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This special episode of the Thinking Fellows was recorded live at the Here We Still Stand conference. Magnus Person joins the Fellows to discuss a response to the feeling that the church is in decline. They acknowledge the real pressure Christians in America and the West, in general, are feeling right now while confidently confessing that the church belongs to God and will continue forever.
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The Thinking Fellows give readers a short list of books they find essential for understanding Lutheranism. The list below includes books that contextualize the story and doctrinal formation of the Reformation. This Library should help both people who are unfamiliar with Lutheranism and those familiar with Lutheran doctrine but would like a better historical picture of who the Lutherans are.
Berg, Michael. Vocation: The Setting for Human Flourishing
Cary, Phillip. The Meaning of Protestant Theology: Luther, Augustine, and the Gospel That Gives Us Christ.
Elert, Werner. The Structure of Lutheranism
Giertz, B. The hammer of God
Green, Lowell C. How Melanchthon Helped Luther Discover the Gospel: The Doctrine of Justification in the Reformation
Kolb, Robert. The Christian Faith: A Lutheran Exposition
Kolb, Robert, and Charles P. Arand. The Genius of Luther's Theology: A Wittenberg Way of Thinking for the Contemporary Church
Montgomery, J. W., and G. E. Veith. Where Christ is Present: A theology for All Seasons on the 500th anniversary of the Reformation
Nestingen, James, and Gerhard O. Forde. Free to Be
Paulson, Steven D. Luther for Armchair Theologians
Trueman, Carl R. Luther on the Christian Life: Cross and Freedom
Various, and Martin Luther. Day by Day with Martin Luther
Veith, Jr. Gene E. God at Work: Your Christian Vocation in All of Life
Wisløff, Carl F. I Know in Whom I Believe: Studies in Bible Doctrine
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The Thinking Fellows recall the legacy of renowned apologist John Warwick Montgomery. Before his death Dr. Montgomery was a senior fellow at 1517 and had a tremndous impact on the field of Christian apologetics. The fellows recall time they had spent with Dr. Montgomery and his impact on the founding members of 1517.
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Spirituality is not a friend of Christianity. More and more people abandon Christianity while maintaining spiritual beliefs, practices, or superstitions. Dr. Michael Horton joins the Thinking Fellows to discuss the deep history and gnostic roots of the spiritual problems in the West today. Dr. Horton has researched and addressed this topic in numerous ways over the last 30 years and has compiled his expertise into a new volume of books on the subject. The first of the volumes, Shaman and Sage: The Roots of Spiritual But Not Religious, is available now.
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Adam, Bruce, and Caleb discuss eschatology. What are Christianity's essential teachings regarding the last things or end times? Why do some sects of Christianity hyper-fixate on the end times? The fellows address these questions and more this week.
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In this week's episode, Scott, Bruce, and Caleb discuss the doctrine of election. They emphasize the importance of God's electing through his Word. This locates election in an external act done for you rather than solely in the mind of God. This Lutheran distinction avoids the pitfall of free choice while not relying on the logical constructs of double predestination.
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The Fellows discuss the doctrine of public ministry. The conversation focuses on why it is necessary for Christians to gather togteher as a church and call a pastor. God has made his saving work public through the proclimation of the Word.
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Caleb and Bruce have a conversation about the doctrine of the church. They work to define how the church is all those with faith in Christ and the gathering of individual believers whom God has called together in specific locations. The conversation focuses on the distribution of the Gospel, which is the unique and essential purpose of gathering together for worship. Bruce and Caleb also emphasize the importance of individual church attendance.
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This episode of the Thinking Fellows gives an overview of the Lutheran doctrine of the Lord's Supper. The fellows discuss the how and why of the Supper, primarily referencing Christ's institution of the Sacrament before his crucifixion. They also discuss some controversies and disagreements Christians have regarding belief and practice.
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The Thinking Fellows talk about the saving power of Baptism. They cover the how and why of Baptism and have a long conversation about its various controversies. The Fellows strongly argue infant baptism and explain why Christian doctrine is not a pick-and-choose situation.
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Scott, Adam, and Caleb discuss the Olympic Opening Ceremonies. During the ceremonies, an LGBTQ rendition of the Last Supper was acted out with transexuals and gay icons. This was an apparent offense to Christians all over the world and highlights the destructive religious ideologies at play in our culture today. The Fellows discuss why Christians should not be surprised that their faith is under attack and how they might respond generally and also in their specific vocations.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss the distinction between law and gospel. They explain what it means that this distinction exists in all the Scripture. They also speak about the distinction between preaching and reading the Bible and why law and gospel are essential for preaching.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss how the means of grace preserve and sustain us in the faith. The fellows identify how God delivers his saving Word through means and the importance of gathering together to revive God's promises. The power to remain in the faith is a gift that comes from outside of the Christian and not a power from within.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss sanctification, a doctrine from which Lutherans and other Protestants differ significantly. Here, we assert that the doing of good works does not accomplish sanctification but instead that good works result from the gift of sanctification already delivered in faith.
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Justification is famously called the article upon which the church stands or falls. It is the article upon which The Lutheran Reformation stood boldly and confessed the Scriptural truth that we are made right before God by grace through faith on account of Christ alone. The Thinking Fellows address the central concepts that help us orginze and understand justification as a doctrine whihc the church not only teaches but proclaims boldly.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss the doctrine of faith. Faith is not an ability or power inside of you but a gift from God. They highlight how faith and its gifts are given as a certainty, not as a series of lifelong questions and challenges. God has given and preserved your faith by the power of his Word and Spirit and not by your will or works.
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What does it mean that Jesus Christ is Prophet, Priest, and King? Throughout salvation history, God ordained offices to serve His people. Jesus Christ is the total fulfillment of each office. The Fellows describe how Christ fulfills each office and how the work of salvation in Christ is for you.
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The Thinking Fellows introduce the doctrine of Christ. They discuss why topics like the two natures in Christ, the communication of attributes, and the co-equality of the trinity matter. The Fellows describe why this doctrine can be summarised quickly in creeds or explored extensively in tomes.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss the doctrine of man. What is humanity? What is human nature? What does it mean that man is sinful? These essential theological questions are building blocks of dogmatic theology in that they reveal the broken relationship between humanity and God. The doctrine of man sends us to our need for a savior and redemption.
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- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
The Thinking Fellows are live from the Here We Still Stand regional event in North West Arkansas. Bob Hiller and John Moffit join Caleb and Scott Keith. The Fellows discuss the Reformation's shift on grace and why it is essential to locate God's grace and graciousness not generically but firmly in Christ.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education
- The White Horse Inn
- The Theo Cast
What’s New from 1517:
- Available Now: Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin
- Pre-order: Hitchhiking with Prophets: A Ride Through the Salvation Story of the Old Testament by Chad Bird
- 30 Minutes in the NT on Youtube
- Remembering Rod Rosenbladt
- Available Now: Be Thou My Song by Kerri Tom
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Bob Hiller
Jennifer Roback Morse joins the Thinking Fellows to discuss the sexual revolution. Jennifer is the founder and president of the Ruth Institute and has authored several books concerning the consequences of the sexual revolution. This conversation helps reveal that the sexual revolution is more than the normalization of hypersexualized behavior. Instead, the sexual revolution is a combination of worldviews that have negatively impacted us all.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- The Ruth Institute
- The Sexual State
- Get Married Brad Wilcox
- What to Expect When No One's Expecting
- Family Unfriendly
- Being Dad
- 1517 Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education
What’s New from 1517:
- Available Now: Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin
- Pre-order: Hitchhiking with Prophets: A Ride Through the Salvation Story of the Old Testament by Chad Bird
- 30 Minutes in the NT on Youtube
- Remembering Rod Rosenbladt
- Available Now: Be Thou My Song by Kerri Tom
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
The Thinking Fellows discuss the doctrine of God. Who is God? is a foundational question that every major thinker and religion has attempted to answer. What is truly amazing is that we do not need to speculate about who God is. Instead, God reveals himself to us through His Word and lets us know exactly who he is and what he has done for us.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education
What’s New from 1517:
- Available Now: Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin
- Pre-order: Hitchhiking with Prophets: A Ride Through the Salvation Story of the Old Testament by Chad Bird
- 30 Minutes in the NT on Youtube
- Remembering Rod Rosenbladt
- Available Now: Be Thou My Song by Kerri Tom
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
Scripture is the source of Christian theology. What do we mean by Scripture, and what does it mean to have a norm? The Thinking Fellows discuss how proper theology is not speculative or originating from personal revelation, but is instead from the font of the prophetic and apostolic books of the Old and New Testament.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education
What’s New from 1517:
- Available Now: Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin
- 30 Minutes in the NT on Youtube
- Remembering Rod Rosenbladt
- Available Now: Be Thou My Song by Kerri Tom
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
The Thinking Fellows discuss the basic methodological principles of theology. Commonly called prolegomena, the front matter of Christian dogmatics is outlining your purpose and methods. The fellows focus on the centrality of Sola Scriptura for Christian dogmatics and why differing conclusions arise between Christians.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education
What’s New from 1517:
- 30 Minutes in the NT on Youtube
- Remembering Rod Rosenbladt
- Preorder: Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin
- Available Now: Be Thou My Song by Kerri Tom
- Last Chance: NWA Conference May 3rd-4th
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
What is dogmatic or syetsmatic theology and why should you care about it? The Thinking Fellows introduce a new series on dogmatics. In the coming weeks and months, the Fellows will follow the outline of Franz Piepers dogmatics. Each episode will cover a common theological topic and teach the essence of these categories.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education
What’s New from 1517:
- 30 Minutes in the NT on Youtube
- Remembering Rod Rosenbladt
- Preorder: Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin
- Available Now: Be Thou My Song by Kerri Tom
- Last Chance: NWA Conference May 3rd-4th
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
To what extent should Christians engage with methodological materialism? This week, the fellows address the harms that the general adoption of materialism has caused. However, they also discuss the benefits of engaging with the material world and utilizing methodologies that arise out of materialism.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 Academy - Free Theological Education
What’s New from 1517
- 30 Minutes in the NT on Youtube
- Remembering Rod Rosenbladt
- Preorder: Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin
- Available Now: Be Thou My Song by Kerri Tom
- Last Chance: NWA Conference May 3rd-4th
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
The Thinking Fellows discuss the importance of the Christian community. How do we serve and preserve this community? The conversation focuses on how the distinction between law and gospel is essential. in the advancement and life of the community.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Remembering Rod Rosenbladt
- New 1517 Academy Course: The Early Church: Christ, Controversies and Characters with Bruce Hillman
- Preorder: Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin
- Available Now: Be Thou My Song by Kerri Tom
- Here We Still Stand 2023 Videos are Available on YouTube
- Last Chance: NWA Conference May 3rd-4th
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, and Bruce Hilman address the opinion that Roman Catholics are not Christians. The fellows conclude that Roman Catholics are not by necessity excluded from saving faith and trust in Jesus Christ. This leads to a conversation about how specific confessions and denominations are still necessary, even if affiliation with the correct group is not the sole indicator of saving faith.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Remembering Rod Rosenbladt
- New 1517 Academy Course: The Early Church: Christ, Controversies and Characters with Bruce Hillman
- Preorder: Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin
- Available Now: Be Thou My Song by Kerri Tom
- Here We Still Stand 2023 Videos are Available on YouTube
- Last Chance: NWA Conference May 3rd-4th
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
The Thinking Fellows get together and discuss how the concept of three ordered estates helps inform Christians in living out their vocations. Why do we so often focus on the political estate while skipping over the family and the church when talking about the problems in our world? The Fellows propose ideas as to how to apply an understanding of the estates in your life.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Remembering Rod Rosenbladt
- New 1517 Academy Course: The Early Church: Christ, Controversies and Characters with Bruce Hillman
- Preorder: Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin
- Preorder: Be Thou My Song by Kerri Tom
- Here We Still Stand 2023 Videos are Available on YouTube
- Last Chance: NWA Conference May 3rd-4th
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
The Thinking Fellows discuss why defining the Gospel carefully and constantly is essential. Many Christian organizations claim their mission is to preach the Gospel, but more often than not, what they mean by "gospel" is the law or simple Christian living. How do organizations like 1517 deal with criticism that they reduce or ignore Christian living in favor of a "just preach the gospel" mentality?
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Remembering Rod Rosenbladt
- Preorder: Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin
- Preorder: Be Thou My Song by Kerri Tom
- Here We Still Stand 2023 Videos are Available on YouTube
- Last Chance: NWA Conference May 3rd-4th
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
On this episode of the Thinking Fellows, we remember the legacy and impact of Rod Rosenbladt.
The 1517 family mourns the death of Dr. Rod Rosenbladt. For many, he was known as “Dad Rod,” and to others, he was known as professor, friend, and mentor.
To generations of budding theologians, he will be fondly remembered as a significant influence in molding and shaping their worldview by helping them to understand the freedom found in the nail-scarred hands and feet of Jesus as the Savior of the world.
Show Notes:
- Remembering Rod
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Remembering Rod Rosenbladt
- Preorder: Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin
- Preorder: Be Thou My Song by Kerri Tom
- Here We Still Stand 2023 Videos are Available on YouTube
- Last Chance: NWA Conference May 3rd-4th
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
People who leave the Christian faith frequently cite a misalignment of personal values as a driving factor. What can Christians do with this information? Are there ways to establish and hold onto Christian values from generation to generation? How do our vocations impact our obligation to uphold and teach valued principles alongside the essentials of the faith
Show Notes:
- Remembering Rod Rosenbladt
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Bible in One Year with Chad Bird
- Freedom Lessons Album
- Your God is too Glorious, 2nd Edition by Chad Bird
- NWA Conference May 3rd-4th
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
Is God silent? Can Christians hear the voice of God? Are there still prophets? The Thinking Fellows spend this week's episode addressing concerns and questions about the silence of God. Many people use God's supposed silence as proof of his existence. In contrast, others claim to have received specific revelations from him. The Thinking Fellows address the ways that God has and continues to speak to his creation.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- Philip Carey: Good News for Anxious Christians
- Being Dad Father as a Picture of God's Grace
What’s New from 1517:
- Bible in One Year with Chad Bird
- Freedom Lessons Album
- Your God is too Glorious, 2nd Edition by Chad Bird
- Schweitzer's Psychoanalysis of Jesus Christ: & Other Essays in Christian Psychotherapy by John Warwick Montgomery
- NWA Conference May 3rd-4th
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
Magnus Persson joins Scott and Caleb Keith to discuss the decline of Christianity in Europe. The conversation leads to an important defining and reimagining of the Christian mission. Maguns and the Fellows conclude that the church needs to refocus Christians on the needs of their local neighbors to hear the Gospel.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- Reclaiming the Reformation
- The Sound of Freedom HWSS Talk
What’s New from 1517:
- Bible in One Year with Chad Bird
- Freedom Lessons Album
- Your God is too Glorious, 2nd Edition by Chad Bird
- Schweitzer's Psychoanalysis of Jesus Christ: & Other Essays in Christian Psychotherapy by John Warwick Montgomery
- NWA Conference May 3rd-4th
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Magnus Persson
Is human technology innately evil? To what extent does technology enable or empower evil? The Thinking Fellows consider the reality that ever-advancing technologies surround and enhance our lives. They explore what it means that technology has no agency but is built and used by sinners. The episode closes with some ideas about using and adopting technology while being watchful.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Bible in One Year with Chad Bird
- Freedom Lessons Album
- Your God is too Glorious, 2nd Edition by Chad Bird
- Schweitzer's Psychoanalysis of Jesus Christ: & Other Essays in Christian Psychotherapy by John Warwick Montgomery
- NWA Conference May 3rd-4th
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
The Thinking Fellows discuss the idea that Christmas has pagan roots. They refute the notion that Christians stole critical religious practices and beliefs from older religions. They also discuss the reality of components of Christmas celebrations distinct from faith in Christ, such as Christmas trees, lights, and even the date of celebration, which are handed down pieces of culture rather than commands from Scripture.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- From Abraham to Paul
What’s New from 1517:
- Freedom Lessons Album
- Your God is too Glorious, 2nd Edition by Chad Bird
- Schweitzer's Psychoanalysis of Jesus Christ: & Other Essays in Christian Psychotherapy by John Warwick Montgomery
- Free 2023 Advent Resources
- 2024 NWA Tickets (May 3-4)
Can you trust the science? Science has brought many advancements and discoveries, but can it be relied upon? Is it possible to use scientific methodology while being skeptical of ideological conclusions? The Thinking Fellows discuss the importance of scientific methods and intellectual honesty in this week's episode.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- Faith and Reason Exchange
What’s New from 1517:
- Freedom Lessons Album
- Your God is too Glorious, 2nd Edition by Chad Bird
- Schweitzer's Psychoanalysis of Jesus Christ: & Other Essays in Christian Psychotherapy by John Warwick Montgomery
- Free 2023 Advent Resources
- 2024 NWA Tickets (May 3-4)
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
Show Notes:
Hamas attacked Israel on October 7th, 2023; the bloody conflict leaves some Christians asking theological questions about the modern state of Israel. Is the current state of Israel or even contemporary Judaism the particular object of promises from God? Do Christians have an obligation to Israel and its political interests? The Thinking Fellows discuss the creation of Israel, asserting that it is a distinctly political object and not a nation specially chosen or preserved by God for eschatological reasons.
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- Concordia Commentary on Daniel
- The Rise and Fall of Dispensationalism
- 30 Minutes in the New Testament
- The God of Israel and Christian Theology R. Kendall Soulen
- Martyr Made on the creation of the modern state of Israel
- Does Psalm 83 Predict the events in Israel and Gaza?
What’s New from 1517:
- Freedom Lessons Album
- Free 2023 Advent Resources
- Your God is too Glorious, 2nd Edition
- 2024 NWA Tickets (May 3-4)
- Join the 1517 Academy
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
Where have all the Christians gone? New research reveals that this question is becoming more common as Americans abandon Christianity. Is this data helpful, and can it help guide those raising the next generation of Christians?
Thinking Fellows:
Show Notes:
- Support 1517 on Giving Tuesday
- 1517 Podcasts
- The Pew Results
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- Being Dad
What’s New from 1517:
- Freedom Lessons Album
- Free 2023 Advent Resources
- Your God is too Glorious, 2nd Edition
- 2024 NWA Tickets (May 3-4)
- Join the 1517 Academy
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
Caleb and Bruce are joined by Blake Flattley and Flame to discuss their new album, Freedom Lessons. Freedom Lessons follows Luther's Small Catechism to bring the riches of God's forgiveness and freedom to audiences through a creative musical collaboration. The episode focuses on the artistic decisions necessary to make good music with a solid theological foundation and message.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- Freedom Lessons Album
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Free 2023 Advent Resources
- Your God is too Glorious, 2nd Edition
- 2024 NWA Tickets (May 3-4)
- Join the 1517 Academy
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
The Thinking Fellows are live from Here We Still Stand 2023. The original cast is joined by special guest Greg Koukl of Stand to Reason to discuss the lasting impact of C.S. Lewis. The conversation focuses on the ability of Lewis to communicate effectively and clearly across disciplines. Lewis stands as a model for Christians to learn how to declare and defend the good news that we are forgiven and free on account of Christ alone.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- Stand to Reason
- Street Smarts
- Tactics
- Being Dad
What’s New from 1517:
- Free 2023 Advent Resources
- 2024(May 3-4) NWA Tickets are Now Available!
- Join the 1517 Academy
- All Charges Dropped, Vol. 2
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
In this episode, Caleb interviews Bruce about his new video series. Bruce is hosting a new series on X discussing gray space. Bruce defines gray space as those issues that are not solved with simple "black and white" answers.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Free 2023 Advent Resources
- 2024(May 3-4) NWA Tickets are Now Available!
- Join the 1517 Academy
- All Charges Dropped, Vol. 2
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
The Thinking Fellows talk about the tension between doubt and faith. Bruce and Adam specify the difference between existential and intellectual doubts. Finally, the Fellows think about how to address the doubts and pains of other Christians. The episode concludes with how Christians can declare confident and sure promises from Christ.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
- Faith and Reason Exchange
What’s New from 1517:
- 2023 HWSS Conference Livestream Signup
- Free 2023 Advent Resources
- 2024(May 3-4) NWA Tickets are Now Available!
- Join the 1517 Academy
- All Charges Dropped, Vol. 2
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
The Thinking Fellows close their series on the Solas of the Reformation with an episode on Sola Scriptura or "Scripture Alone." The Thinking Fellows are led by Adam Francisco this week to highlight the centrality of Scripture. They discuss misunderstandings about Sola Scriptura and how the Scriptures reveal Christ and his Gospel.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- 2023 HWSS Conference Livestream Signup
- Free 2023 Advent Resources
- 2024(May 3-4) NWA Tickets are Now Available!
- Join the 1517 Academy
- All Charges Dropped, Vol. 2
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
The Thinking Fellows discuss the history and importance of the phrase "Solus Christus" or Christ Alone. They cover why Christ Alone became a rallying cry of the reformation. Christ Alone excludes unbiblical ad-ons to justification and salvation like the other Solas of the Reformation.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- 2023 HWSS Conference Livestream Signup
- Free 2023 Advent Resources
- 2024(May 3-4) NWA Tickets are Now Available!
- Join the 1517 Academy
- All Charges Dropped, Vol. 2
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
Faith alone is likely the earliest sola slogan used during the Reformation. The Thinking Fellows discuss why affirming justification by faith alone is so significant. Why do some traditions accept the idea of justification by faith but drop the "alone?" The Fellows close by explaining how faith alone delivers assurance to troubled and doubting consciences.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- 2023 HWSS Conference Livestream Signup
- Free 2023 Advent Resources
- 2024(May 3-4) NWA Tickets are Now Available!
- Join the 1517 Academy
- All Charges Dropped, Vol. 2
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
What does it mean that we are saved by grace alone? The Thinking Fellows embarked on a new set of episodes focused on "Solas" of the Reformation. In this episode, they look at Sola Gratia or Grace Alone. They discuss the phrase's origin and use, outlining how the exclusive participle redefines and repositions the doctrine of grace within Lutheran Theology.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- 2023 Advent Resources
- Faith and Reason Exchange @ 1517.org
- 2023 HWSS Conference Livestream Signup
- Join the 1517 Academy
- Faith in the Face of Tyranny
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
Dr. John Hoyum hosts an episode of the Thinking Fellows discussing virtue ethics. The Fellows first define virtue ethics and its resurgence in Christian conversations. They then ask if virtue ethics is a helpful and good way of approaching the Christian life.
Show Notes:
- 1517 Podcast Survey
- Support 1517
- After Virtue
- Aristotle's Nicomachean Ethics
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Faith and Reason Exchange @ 1517.org
- 2023 HWSS Conference Livestream Signup
- Join the 1517 Academy
- Faith in the Face of Tyranny
More from the hosts:
- John Hoyum
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
The Thinking Fellows revisit the topic of friendship. Who are your friends, and why do you need them? Can your spouse fulfill the entirety of your need for friends? Is there a distinction between Christian and non-Christian friends? The fellows explore these questions and more.
Show Notes:
- 1517 Podcast Survey
- Support 1517
- Being Dad
- Where Two or Three Are Gathered
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Faith and Reason Exchange @ 1517.org
- 2023 HWSS Conference Livestream Signup
- Join the 1517 Academy
- Faith in the Face of Tyranny
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francisco
- Bruce Hilman
Are accountability groups a good idea? The Thinking Fellows discuss the potential use of accountability groups in the church. They suggest some ways in which carving out space for strong male friendships is valued in the church while being cautious about issues surrounding discipline and sanctification.
Show Notes:
- 1517 Podcast Network Survey
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Faith and Reason Exchange @ Apple Podcasts
- Faith and Reason Exchange @ 1517.org
- Join the 1517 Academy
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francsisco
- Bruce Hilman
The Thinking Fellows discuss movies they enjoy watching. The conversation revolves around the presence of theological and moral meaning in film. How should we interpret movies, and are they valuable or edifying for Christians to analyze and use in analogy?
Show Notes:
- 1517 Podcast Network Survey
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Join the 1517 Academy
- Freedom Lessons Street Team
- Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francsisco
- Bruce Hilman
Bruce, Adam, and Caleb discuss the textual and narrative differences between the four gospel accounts of Jesus' life and ministry. Should the differences worry Christians? How should Christians respond when confronted with supposed contradictions and errors in Scripture?
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Join the 1517 Academy
- Freedom Lessons Street Team
- Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francsisco
- Bruce Hilman
Is your happiness an indicator of God's relationship with you? Are emotions a good indicator of divine revelation? The Thinking Fellows consider the purpose and place of happiness in the Christian life. In doing so, they discuss why it's essential to re-center our definition of happiness and preach the happiness of the Gospel while not relying upon emotions for divine revelation.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Join the 1517 Academy
- Freedom Lessons Street Team
- Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francsisco
- Bruce Hilman
The Thinking Fellows discuss the history and position of the Apocrypha for Lutherans. They present critical reasons for rejecting the Apocrypha from the biblical canon. Similarly, they discuss why the "removal" of the apocryphal books is not a strong polemic against Lutherans regarding Sola Scripture. However, they also discuss ways in which reading apocryphal books can be helpful.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Join the 1517 Academy
- Freedom Lessons Street Team
- Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francsisco
- Bruce Hilman
Adiaphora is a theological term that means "indifference." It typically refers to practices that are neither commanded nor forbidden by God in Scripture. The Lutheran churches have historically used adiaphora as a method for explaining and allowing reasonable liturgical and personal piety differences between churches to exist while remaining unified around the core confessions of the church. The fellows discuss why understanding adiaphora is important and how it can benefit the church.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Freedom Lessons Street Team
- The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato
- Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Scott Keith
- Adam Francsisco
- Bruce Hilman
In this episode, Dr. Paulson and Caleb go back yet again and discuss the events of the book of Exodus. Paulson uses the crossing of the Red Sea to demonstrate what it looks like to receive and be delivered by God's promises and what it looks like to stand in direct opposition to those same promises. This helps show why Luther so frequently referenced Pharoh while debating Erasmus.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Freedom Lessons Street Team
- The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato
- Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray
More from the hosts:
- Caleb Keith
- Steven Pauslon
The Thinking Fellows weigh on one of the most tense issues that affect Churches. What are parents to do when their children's extracurricular activities get scheduled on Sunday? The Fellows discuss ways to increase parental and particularly paternal commitment to church attendance.
Show Notes:
- Support 1517
- 1517 Podcasts
- The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts
- 1517 on Youtube
What’s New from 1517:
- Freedom Lessons Street Team
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The Fellows give some books and other recommendations. In the early years of Thinking Fellows, book recommendation episodes were a frequent fan favorite. The Fellows return with recommendations, both new and old.
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In this episode, the Thinking Fellows discuss the centrality and importance of Christians' doctrinal content and confessions. They ask how this doctrinal core differs from other world religions. The end of the episode focuses on the place and purpose of Christian practices and how they are shaped and impact doctrine.
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In this episode, the Thinking Fellows ask, what are sacred spaces, and do we need them? Bruce Hillman helps define what a holy space is while the fellows discuss the societal and religious functions that they serve. They conclude with examples of how Christianity uses sacred spaces such as churches but is uniquely authorized to do God's work in word and sacrament apart from a "temple" when necessary.
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In this episode, the Thinking Fellows discuss the idea of orthodoxy. What does it mean to be orthodox or to have an orthodox faith? They look at the utility of identifying orthodoxy and also at the importance of distinguishing between denominational differences and heresy.
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This week, Caleb and Scott are joined by Dan Price to introduce the latest 1517 Podcast, "Tough Texts." On Tough Texts, Dan and Scott address classically tricky passages of Scripture and meet these texts with a plain reading. In this episode, Caleb asks Dan and Scott what it means for Scripture to be clear and how clarity and difficulty can be present in a text.
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Caleb, Scott, Adam, and Bruce discuss J. Gresham Machen's work Christianity and Liberalism. This first episode of a two-part podcast delivers an introduction to Machen and the context of American Protestantism during the early twentieth century. The Fellows praise Machen's book as prophetic while noting that it is refreshingly plain and easy to approach. Check back next week for their commentary on specific chapters of the book.
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Caleb, Scott, Adam, and Bruce discuss J. Gresham Machen's work Christianity and Liberalism. This first episode of a two-part podcast delivers an introduction to Machen and the context of American Protestantism during the early twentieth century. The Fellows praise Machen's book as prophetic while noting that it is refreshingly plain and easy to approach. Check back next week for their commentary on specific chapters of the book.
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What responsibilities do individual Christians and their churches possess to fight against an antagonistic culture? The Thinking Fellows attempt to distinguish between the vocational necessities of being a citizen and the function of the Church to proclaim the Gospel. The fellows conclude that life in this world has no easy answers but that keeping the proper work of the Church and the demands of Christian citizens distinct from one another.
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The Thinking Fellows enter treacherous waters. Caleb, Scott, Adam, and Bruce look to define the word "woke" and observe how political ideology functions or substitutes religion. Adam gives a historical overview of the development and use of the term, and the other fellows offer commentary about engaging in a political world without compromising the central mission of the church to proclaim Christ crucified for the forgiveness of sin.
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The Thinking Fellows celebrate easter with a conversation about the resurrection of Jesus. The entire Christian faith rests on this one truth and promise that Christ has risen from and done so for you. The fellows read 1 Corinthians 15:12-19 and shared their confidence in the reality and accomplishments of Christ's resurrection.
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Are Christianity and psychology compatible? Caleb, Scott, and Bruce look at the relationship between the social sceinces and the Christian faith. The subject of mental health and care are important in today's soceity and culture but require careful navigation by Christians.
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In the cultural debate over God's existence, should the burden of proof rest on atheism rather than theism? Are Christianity and its account of the world more reasonable than atheism? Caleb, Adam, and Bruce address these questions and more in this apologetics-focused episode of the Thinking Fellows.
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Caleb, Adam, and Bruce revisit the relationship between faith and reason. This time they ask, is there a limit to Christian engagement in philosophy? They outline the distinction between theology and philosophy and explore the benefits of being educated and aware of philosophical thought and practice.
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Are theology and philosophy compatible? Caleb, Adam, and Bruce explore the relationship between faith and reason. They define the differences between theology and philosophy and attempt to outline the unique roles they serve. Philosophy is an essential discipline, but it cannot deliver faith and salvation.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss the notion of worldliness. What does it mean to be worldly? Can a Christian participate in worldly things? Caleb Keith, Scott Keith, Adam Francisco, and Bruce Hilman address these questions and more in the latest episode.
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Over the last several weeks, the news has been abuzz with UFOs. Incidents like these often result in speculation regarding the existence of aliens. While this speculation is not always meaningful, it has in the past been leveraged against Christians. Many materialists and pop scientists suggest that the Christian faith crumbles if aliens really exist. Caleb, Scott, Adam, and Bruce discuss these ideas and concerns.
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How does the Christian faith interact with culture? Adam Francisco, Bruce Hillman, and John Hoyum discuss the role of the Christian faith in contrast and conjunction with society and culture. They cover a broad set of opinions and authors to give a picture of how vital this question has been and remains for western Christians.
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Scott Keith, Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, and Bruce Hilman discuss the final book in The Lord of the Rings series. They discuss temptation, darkness, and the relativity of interpreting Tolkien. They debate the more profound meaning and moral lessons that Tolkien leaves behind and rank Tolkien's work amongst other literary classics.
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Scott Keith, Adam Francisco, Caleb Keith, and Bruce Hilman discuss the second book in the Lord of the Rings Trilogy. The Two Towers opens to a broken fellowship set on two distinct but interwoven journeys against the Dark Lord Sauron. This fragmented journey cements that a new age is coming to Middle Earth, the Age of Men. How do Tolkien's characters deal with temptation and resist the power of darkness?
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Caleb Keith and Scott Keith join Steven Paulson and Ken Jones to remember their mentor Jim Nestingen. Jim was a pastor and doctor of the church who taught many to proclaim and absolve in the name of Christ. 1517 has been deeply influenced by Jim, and this episode is meant to honor and remember that impact and support. We look forward to the resurrection, where we will be able to laugh with Jim once more.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss memorable parts of 2021 and look forward to 2022. Scott hosts this episode and introduces the newest "Scholar in Residence" at 1517, Bruce Hilman. Bruce will continue to join the fellows for regular episodes in 2022.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss J.R.R. Tolkien's first book in the Lord of the Rings trilogy. They identify differences in style and scope from the Hobbit while discussing the apparent theological and philosophical themes. How does this pilgrim tail contribute to the literature, and is it uniquely Christian?
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The Thinking Fellows wish their listeners a Merry Christmas. They discuss the son "Mary Did You Know" and a notable trend of churches closing for Christmas.
The Thinking Fellows discuss J.R.R. Tolkiens The Hobbit. The Fellows outline what they liked and what they found challanging about reading and analyzing Tolkiens first fantasy novel. The Hobbit is a whimsical journey that sparked the reveival of the fantasy genre and echos of Tolkiens Roman Catcholic faith.
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The Thinking Fellows prepare to read the fictional works of J.R.R. Tolkien. Caleb and Adam discuss what makes Tolkien unique and some of the challenges of analyzing his work. In particular, they focus on Tolkien as a devout Roman Catholic. Tolkien's Roman practice of the Christian faith colors his work in a way that is different from protestant authors like C.S. Lewis and helps explain why his work is not always clearly "Christian" to outside readers.
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Caleb, Scott, and Adam are joined by John Hoyum to talk about how churches across the world read and preach the Bible. John is a Junior Fellow at 1517 and the co-host of the new podcast Preaching the Text with Steve Paulson. The discussion revolves around the lectionary, which is assigned Bible readings that churches use during worship. How do these readings get assigned? What benefits and drawbacks are there to using a lectionary rather than reading the Bible book-by-book?
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The Thinking Fellows discuss and describe the things they are thankful for this year. While somewhat cliche, the fellows all explain how they have been blessed by their families and the work of 1517. Scott gives a helpful reminder that even though social times are changing and challenging, life is still very comfortable and good for many people, and we have many reasons to give thanks for God's blessings.
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The Thinking Fellows comment on Psalm 146. "Put not your trust in princes, in a son of man, in whom there is no salvation. When his breath departs, he returns to the earth; on that very day his plans perish." How do this and other passages affect how Christians view their political actions and vocations? Can Christians be active in the civil realm without violating this precept?
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The Fellows discuss the purpose and place of literary apologetics. They look at the role of narrative and imagination when doing theology and how it can help address those in need of Christ. They discuss the significance of good literature written by Christians like C.S. Lewis and J. R. R. Tolkein and how they can remind theologians that theology is not just categories but needs a narrative.
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In this episode, The Thinking Fellows address the idea that the Reformation is not worthy of celebration but is lamentable. The Fellows contend that the Reformation ought to be celebrated for its recovery of the Gospel. Likewise, history tells us that Luther alone did not divide the catholic church but that separation and division have always been in the history of the Church on earth.
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The Thinking Fellows are joined by Dr. Jack Kilcrease to discuss the centrality and importance of the doctrine of the Word. Jack is the author of Justification by the Word, a new book published through Lexham Academic. In the book, Jack outlines how God uses his Word not just to describe sin and righteousness but uses the Word to make sinners righteous in Christ.
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The Thinking Fellows recorded a live show in Sandiego, California. For this episode, they ask, "What did Luther mean when he said his conscience was captive to the Word of God?" The Fellows each give an answer and explain the significance of Luther's stand at Worms.
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The Thinking Fellows have Bruce Hillman on the show to discuss postmodernism. Bruce has extensively studied the development of postmodernism and helps give a history of its intellectual origins. The fellows also discuss the impact and fallout that postmodernism has had on our culture and the church.
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In this episode, the Thinking Fellows discuss what it means and looks like to live in a culture of nihilists. The fellows propose that postmodernism and atheistic materialism have entered the cultural conscience and are displayed and celebrated in media and art.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by Joshua Keith to talk about the new Lord of the Rings T.V. series. Is the series a faithful adaptation of Tolkien's work? How has Lord of the Rings influenced the fantasy for movies and television? If you are a fan of Tolkien's literary work, should you watch the show?
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Christians today need to realize that they live in a secular age. How do we navigate a world that goes on its merry way without referencing or acknowledging God? How does secularism different from materialism? Should Christians combat secularism or merely accept it?
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Christians today need to realize that they live in a secular age. How do we navigate a world that goes on its merry way without referencing or acknowledging God? How does secularism different from materialism? Should Christians combat secularism or merely accept it?
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Caleb, Scott, and Adam discuss World War I and World War II. How did these wars shape the society and culture we live in today? What philosophical and theological ideas led to the wars, and what happened to philosophy and theology after them? Ultimately, these events affected every facet of life, and the better we understand them, the better we can grasp the world we live in now.
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Caleb, Scott, and Adam discuss World War I and World War II. How did these wars shape the society and culture we live in today? What philosophical and theological ideas led to the wars, and what happened to philosophy and theology after them? Ultimately, these events affected every facet of life, and the better we understand them, the better we can grasp the world we live in now.
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Caleb, Scott, and Adam discuss the idea of challenging and complex tasks. How do we both personally and vocationally benefit from undergoing difficult situations? Does doing hard things intersect with our theology of justification?
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Caleb, Scott, and Adam discuss the idea of challenging and complex tasks. How do we both personally and vocationally benefit from undergoing difficult situations? Does doing hard things intersect with our theology of justification?
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If you are excited to learn from the primary sources of the Reformation, what should you start reading and why? The Thinking Fellows discuss the prime movers of the Reformation and their essential works.
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Caleb and Adam talk about the utility and necessity of apologetics. They discuss how apologetics has changed with postmodernism but how the essential truths of Christianity have not. They also spend time distinguishing between the need to preach to people struggling with pain, sadness, and anger instead of arguing or debating with that person. While apologetics may be necessary, it must not be forced into action.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss the Apostles, Nicene, and Athanasian Creeds. They examine why creeds are a part of the Christian tradition and how they guide the church in confessing the truth of Scripture. They look at some typical rejections of the creeds and assert that every Christian has a Creed, whether they know it or not.
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Caleb and Adam Francisco talk about the prominence of apologetics in the early church. Why was the early church under constant assault? How can we learn to declare and defend the Gospel like early church theologians?
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The Thinking Fellows are joined by Daniel Emery Price and Erick Sorenson to talk about reading the New Testament. They talk about common objections and fallacies surrounding the New Testament, including why you should read more than just the words of Jesus. How do the books of the New Testament work together, and are they reliable sources of truth?
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Caleb, Scott, and Adam are joined by Chad Bird to discuss why you should read the Old Testament. They look at myths and skepticism about the Old Testament and supposed inconsistencies between God in the Old Testament and New Testament. Finally, they talk about how the Old Testament contains the promises of God and is intentionally left incomplete while waiting for Christ.
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Caleb is joined by two members of 1517's junior fellowship, John Hoyum and Philip Bartelt, to give a rundown of Lutheran worship. What does Lutheran worship look like, sound like, and accomplish? How does it differ from the patterns and traditions of other Christians? They answer these questions while making a case for understanding the scripture and purpose behind each part of the service.
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The Thinking Fellows address the idea that it is good to have children. They try to tackle modern social dilemmas and look and the theological command to be fruitful and multiply. In what ways are children a blessing from God?
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The Thinking Fellows talk about confirmation bias. Is there a benefit to regularly engaging with disagreeable ideas? Can information be neutral, or can you be honest about your preferences and alegences?
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The Thinking Fellows talk about the importance and relevance of studying history. Dr. Francisco makes a case for why all people should in some way be students of history.
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Dan Deen returns to do one more episode on why you should read and study philosophy. This time Dan moves away from the ancient world and points us to how philosophy changed the world after the Reformation.
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Caleb and Scott are joined by Dr. Dan Deen to discuss the relevance of studying philosophy. Why is the love of wisdom essential, and how does it impact your life? They also discuss the limits of philosophy and why theology and philosophy are distinct.
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The Thinking Fellows revisit the distinction between Law and Gospel. They discuss the consequences of confusing God's two words and why each word must be precisely taught and preached.
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Caleb, Scott, and Adam discuss the idea that everybody has a theology and that it is essential to understand the why and what of your theology. They look at examples of secular religion and the importance of existential storytelling. They also explore the difference between good and bad theologies.
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Caleb and Scott ask Adam questions about Islam. Why should the average person know something about this quickly growing global religion? Do the way Islam and Christianity differ in culture matter?
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The Fellows discuss the importance of the Reformation. Not only does the Reformation contain religious significance, but it is an ignition point for the progress of all human history.
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The Thinking Fellows revisit the doctrine of sin. They discuss why Christians should not be surprised by cultural immorality. The fellows close by asserting that the Gospel does not require a world of "good people" to survive.
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Happy Easter from the Thinking Fellows. This week, Scott, Adam, and Caleb talk about the centrality and reliability of the Ressurection of Jesus Christ. They discuss the need to present the case for the resurrection while preserving the proclamation of the personal forgiveness of sins.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of social media. The internet and social media have changed how we distribute and consume information. How can you know which way is up in the rapid and ever-changing wave of information?
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The Thinking Fellows explore the reasons why students go to college. They present a case for moderated and thoughtful attendance at universities while advocating that trade schools or direct-to-work paths are better options for many after graduating high school.
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The Thinking Fellows make a case for reading old books. Why should you read both pre-modern and ancient works of literature, philosophy, history, and theology? Because reading g and thinking through these works can help inform your decisions and opinions today in a manner that allows you more competently fulfill your vocations and needs in this life.
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The Fellows revisit the doctrine of vocation. They explore the idea that God has particular callings for your life that he reveals in the needs and dependencies of your neighbors. They assert that those callings start with the people closest to you, like spouse and children, and work outward.
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The Thinking Fellows conclude their reading of The Abolition of Man by C.S. Lewis. This work ends with a brutal prognosis of society and the loss of objective truth. The Fellows note the prophetic realities of Lewis' writing. The episode ends with a hint at the following episode highlighting a Christian response through vocation.
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The Fellows discuss chapter two of The Abolition of Man. They critique Lewis' use of Tao while praising his specific criticism of the turn against objective truths. Lewis demonstrates his skill as a philosopher while perhaps stopping short of a uniquely Christian objection to the problems at hand.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss the first part of The Abolition of Man byC.S. Lewis. In this chapter, Lewis discusses the use and objectivity of Language and the future of grammar school education. If drastic or dire changes to children's education take root, in what ways does society suffer?
The Fellows take on listener questions for the first time in 2022. Why can't Lutherans be members of "fraternal societies?" What is 1517, and what role do the Thinking Fellows play in the organization? How do proclamation and apologetics work in tandem? Support 1517
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The Fellows respond to comments made by Jordan Peterson on The Joe Rogan Podcast.Peterson asserts the Bible is "beyond the truth " on the Podcast." The Thinking Fellows break down this statement and discuss why Peterson needs to move past the moral precepts and hear the forgiveness of sin.
In this episode, the Thinking Fellows cover the final book in The Chronicles of Narnia. The Last Battle is an eschatological picture of Narnia. Here Lewis is at his most Platonic as he describes the perfection of heaven.
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The Magicians Nephewis the first book chronologically in The Chronicles of Narnia. In this work, Lewis creatively envisions the creation of Narnia and the introduction of evil into the world.
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The Horse and His Boywas the fifth book written in the Chronicles of Narnia. The story takes place in the adjacent lands surrounding Narnia when the Pevensie children and their reign over Narnia. Here, Lewis gives a less on-the-nose image of Christian life after conversion.
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The Thinking Fellows comment on the fourth book in the Chronicles of Narnia.When they were first published, this was the first book in the series to not feature the Pevensie children. While some consider the Silver Chairstrange, it presents a colorful expansion of the world of Narnia.
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Scott, Adam, and Caleb discuss The Voyage of the Dawn Treader. Originally the third book in The Chronicles of Narnia, this seafaring journey picks up four years after the events of Prince Caspian.This adventurous story is less on-the-nose theologically but is still assertively Christian in its depiction of Aslan as Christ and other underlying themes.
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Scott and Caleb discuss Prince Caspian, the second book authored by C.S. Lewis in the Chronicles of Narnia. They propose that the predominant Christian theme in the book is the truth of the Gospel and having faith in "old things" even as the human race progresses. To this end, Caleb and Scott suggest that Prince Caspianis at heart a charge against modernism.
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Caleb, Scott, and Adam discuss and comment on the first book in the Chronicles of Narnia. The Fellows outline the basic story of the book while pointing out the Christian themes and literary significance of the work. Merry Christmas.
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Caleb, Scott, and Adam introduce the Chronicles of Narnia. The Chronicles of Narnia is a seven-book series by C.S. Lewis. These books are not only highly influential in the genre of fantasy but are deeply and explicitly Christian in their content. This episode is the first of eight that will explore the series.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss the life and work of J.R.R. Tolkien. Tolkien's fantasy worlds have helped shape and define the entire fantasy genre of literature as it is read today. As a devout Roman Catholic, Tolkien kept a philosophy of religion central to his use and understanding of literature.
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Caleb, Scott, and Adam discuss the characters and ideas that made up the Inklings. The Inklings were a group of Christian scholars and writers who gathered in fellowship and furthered their writing. They were friends and colleagues alike, and their gatherings provided a model for encouraging and productive friendships.
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Following the introduction to C.S. Lewis and his conversion, the Thinking Fellows speak to the impact and scope of his written works. The charm of Lewis was his ability to communicate both from highly educated positions and with a tone that allowed for lay readability. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb Keith join Adam Francisco to discuss the life of C.S. Lewis and the docudrama The Most Reluctant Convert, which revolves around Lewis's life and conversion to Christianity. Lewis's conversion is complex but involves friendship and the challenging of presuppositions by those friends. Today, there is an ever-growing need for friendships that evolve past nicety and into the realm of substance and intellectual challenge.
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Scott and Caleb get to the end of the Smalcald Articles. Here, Luther takes a stand for the proclamation of the Gospel and the necessity of the Reformation. As Luther faces the possibility of his death, he refuses to shy away from the truth of God's Word.
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The following several articles of Smalcald are concerned with the application of the Gospel. Luther emphasizes that the power of the Word is given to the church for proclamation and administration in the Sacraments. God does not work with existing goodness but creates faith and holiness with the Word.
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The Thinking Fellows are live from Here We Still Stand Las Vegas with the original cast and special guest Chris Rosebrough. As a pairing with the conference topic the Fellows talk about the role and reliability of assurance in the reformation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Jim Nestingen and Steve Paulson join Caleb and Scott to discuss the Smalcald Articles. Jim and steve used to lecture on the Confessions together, and Luther Seminary and are together again to comment on repentance and the gospel. Here we see God use the law as a thunderbolt of destruction and the gospel as a word of peace and life to those destroyed by the law.
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Caleb and Scott continue to read the Smalcald Articles. This time the articles focus on the abuses of the papacy. Luther then moves into an outline of doctrine, starting with sin and the law.
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Caleb and Scott read through the first several articles of the Smalcald Articles. Here we find an affirmation of orthodox trinitarian theology and a biblically backed presentation of justification on account of Christ alone.
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Caleb and Scott give a historical overview of the Smalcald articles. Many factors were at play; from Luther's personal health issues to looming political threats.
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John Hoyum joins Caleb Keith to answer some listener questions. The first question is about using quotes attributed to Luther that are apocryphal. The final question revolves around how the Biblical canon was formed and why the Lutheran Confessions don't list the books of the Bible.
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Caleb and Scott answer two listener questions. The first question is about addressing or using worldviews as a methodology for engaging culture as a Christian. The second question is about the lack of time spent discussing Philip Melanchthon in Lutheran churches.
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Caleb and Scott take a break from the Book of Concord to address listener comments and questions. First, they responded to comments about vocation and damnation. Then they close the show with a discussion about mortifying your sin.
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On this episode, Caleb and Scott complete their comments on the Augsburg Confession and the Apology. These final articles are not positive statements from the Reformers, but refutations of abusive practices conducted by the Roman Catholic Church.
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Caleb Keith is joined by John Hoyum to discuss articles 20 and 21 of the Augsburg Confession and Apology. In these articles the evangelicals make a confession about the nature of good works and condemn the invocation of saints in prayer.
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Caleb and Scott discuss free will, the fall into sin, and human reason. Article 18 of the Augsburg Confession outlines how human reason differs from free will. How is it that you can make good rational choices while still bound to sin?
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Caleb and Scott talk about article 16 of the Augsburg Confession. This article highlights not only obedience to civil authority but the freedom to participate in civil offices and process. Article 16 provides a vocational outline for living in society.
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Scott Keith is joined by Jim Nestingen to discuss church traditions and their uses. Should the church retain old traditions? Is there a point where a specific tradition should be removed?
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Scott and Caleb continue to talk about the Augsburg confession and the Apology. This time, they discuss how the church functions with proper rites and ceremonies. Lastly, the Fellows discuss the significance of calling pastors.
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The Augsburg Confession is clear; the aim or purpose of repentance is the application of Christ to the sinner. In articles 11 and 12 of the Augsburg Confession and the Apology, the Lutherans took a stand on the declarative forgiveness of sin.
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Scott and Caleb continue with articles 7-9 of the Augsburg Confession. In these articles, the Reformers took a definitional stand against a sacramental system of infused grace and instead positioned the Sacramental Biblical as means by which God delivers the forgiveness of sin. Support the Show
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Caleb and Scott discuss article four of the Apology to the Augsburg Confession. Justification is the article upon which the church stands or falls, and everything in the Augsburg Confession flow toward or from this doctrine. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Caleb and Scott read and discuss the first three articles of the Augsburg Confession and the Apology. While Rome did not object to the Lutheran presentation of the doctrine of God, they denied the Lutheran confession on original sin. Scott and Caleb talk about original sin and how it relates to the doctrine of justification.
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Scott and Caleb introduce the Augsburg Confession. The Augsburg Confession is one of the most unique documents of the Reformation and stood as a bold confession in a time of crisis. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Book of Concord
Caleb and Scott take listener questions about creation and apologetics. Does the idea of evolution threaten our understanding of the Bible? How do we frame this issue in terms of doctrine? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Caleb is joined by Bob Hiller and Rod Rosenbladt to close out Luther’s Large Catechism. This episode focuses on God’s gifts in Baptism and the Lord’s Supper. How is God working through these means?
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Caleb is joined by Dr. Rod Rosenbladt and pastor Bob Hiller to talk about the Lord’s Prayer. Luther explains that the Lord’s Prayer gives Christians the how and why of talking to God. Prayer gives us an opportunity to call upon God to hold fast to his promises and thank Him for all good things.
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The Thinking Fellows Podcast celebrates the anniversary of the 1517 Podcast Network with a 30minutes and 40minutes crossover. Scott and Caleb are joined by Dan Price, Erick Sorensen, and Chad Bird to talk about reading the Bible. How did we get the Bible? What is its focus? Are there contradictions? How are confessions compatible with Scripture?
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Philip Bartelt and John Hoyum join Caleb to read and discuss the Third Article of the Apostles' Creed. In his explanation of this article, Luther identifies the Holy Spirit as the "Holy Maker." What follows is an abundantly clear proclamation of sanctification. That is, the Spirit works through the proclamation of the Word to give and maintain faith.
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Luther’s short sermon on the second article of the Apostles’ Creed is short but significant in its call that Christ and this article be constantly preached throughout the year. Caleb and Scott discuss the length and significance of these comments on the Creed.
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Caleb is joined by John Hoyum and Kelsi Klembara to talk about Luther’s explanation of the first article of the Apostles Creed. The first part of the Creed emphasizes God’s care for his creation. Luther, focuses on how God is not just an ambiguous creator but our Heavenly Father.
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Caleb, Scott, and John wrap up the section on the Ten Commandments in the Large Catechism. What does it mean to covet? What do God’s commands produce?
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Scott, Caleb, and John discuss Luther’s extended commentary on the seventh and eight commandments. Luther takes particular care to give broad vocational examples of theft and false witness.
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Caleb, Scott, and Adam continue their walk through Luther’s Large Catechism. They examine the difference between just use of the sword and murder. They close with Luther’s framing of marriage and chastity in the sixth commandment.
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Scott, Caleb, and Adam are back together talking about the third and the fourth commandments. They briefly explain the first and second tables of the Law, and Adam introduces Luther's concept of three estates.
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Scott, Caleb, and Adam are joined by David Andersen and Ed Killian to talk about David’s book, In Defense of Christian Ritual. David makes the case for Word and Sacrament worship and the construction of worship around proclamation.
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Scott and Caleb look over the first and second commandments and their explanation in Martin Luther's Large Catechism. In his expanded answers, Luther highlights many examples of violations of these commands. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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John Hoyum and Philip Bartelt join Caleb to discuss the preface to Martin Luther's Large Catechism. They talk about the Large Catechism, its context, and audience and why more than pastors and the theologically educated should use it. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Caleb and Scott take some time to answer listener questions. What kinds of Christian themes are present in the writings of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien? How do I help my wife cling to the Gospel alone? What translations are good translations of the Bible? Sit back relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
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Caleb, Scott, and Rod go through the Christian Questions and Answers section of the Small Catechism. Written by Martin Luther after the original publication of the Catechism, these questions are intended for those receiving the Lord’s Supper.
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Caleb, Scott, and Rod read and discuss Luther’s daily prayers out of the Small Catechism. This is followed by a walkthrough of the Table of Duties.
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As we continue through the Small Catechism, Luther provides questions and answers about the Lord’s Supper. In a brief and simple format Luther answers the who, what, where, and why of The Sacrament of the Altar. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Thinking Fellows talk about Luther’s breakdown and examples of confession in the Small Catechism. The conversation focuses on how confession is meant to be a means of comfort to Christians.
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Scott and Caleb move into the Catechism's explanations of the Means of Grace. Starting with Baptism, Luther follows Scripture to explain how God's Word and promises are delivered to us through ordinary means like water. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott, Caleb, and Rod read and discuss the petitions of the Lord’s Prayer and Luther’s explanations. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Caleb, Scott, and Rod walk through the Apostles Creed and Luther’s explanations. They also highlight the purpose and flow of the Small Catechism.
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Scott and Caleb continue to walk through Luther’s Small Catechism. This time covering the 5th-10th commandments. In particular,they focus on how these commands affect your neighbor. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Caleb, Scott, and Rod discuss the the context and introduction to Luther’s Small Catechism. They examine the purpose, audience, and style of the catechism to explain why it remains a faithful tool to this day.
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Caleb and Scott begin the series on the Lutheran Confessions. Scott goes over the outline of the Book of Concord and gives a brief history of why each document was written. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Caleb and Scott host a Christmas episode where they talk about Santa, magic, and Scott’s graying beard. Is Santa a remotely helpful Christmas image? Can the guilt and commercialism be redeemed? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott, Caleb, and Dave Rufner discuss the place and purpose of Church seasons. How do holidays like Christmas and other liturgical points of importance serve the Christian? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Thinking Fellows talk about repentance. Joined by Rod Rosenbladt and John Hoyum, we answer the questions, Is repentance a final work? Is there good and lousy repentance?
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On Giving Tuesday 2020 the Thinking Fellows discuss stewardship. This opens up a discussion about the economy of salvation and how giving does not enter Christians into transactional relationships with God. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Caleb, Scott, and Rod are joined by John Hoyum to talk about reaching out to Post-Christians. How do you talk to somebody who has left the faith? Have common objections to Christianity changed? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb answer listener questions. What kind of habits can help children learn the Catechism? Is the deceleration, “all my deeds are sin” a comfort? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by Paul Koch to talk about why conversations and attention to fatherhood and friendship is important. The significance is highlighted by the increasing issue of societal loneliness. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by Chad Bird to talk about his new book, Unveiling Mercy. This opens up a conversation about the difficulty and importance of translation. Also, a conversation about theophanies brought up because of comments on the MeatEater Podcast and by Mike Heiser.
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Caleb and Scott are joined by Dave Zahl to talk about the religious side of COVID. Zahl is the executive director of Mockingbird Ministries and the author of Seculosity. Zahl defines Seculosity as secular religiosity. On this episode we talk about how secular phenomena open up a new world of works righteousness.
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The Thinking Fellows are live from the 2020 Here We Still Stand Live-Stream. The Fellows talk about the events that unfolded in 1520 including the issue of a Papal Bull against Luther and the writing of The Three Treatises. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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As the Lutheran reformers moved toward a confession of faith it was important to identify where that confession would come from and by what authority doctrine could be revealed. Sola Scriptura or Scripture Alone answered these important questions. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Fellows talk about good works their necessity and imputation. Can a work be good and sinful? What does it mean that all my goodnesses even good works are a gift from Christ? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by Steve Paulson to talk about the Bondage of the Will. The Fellows discuss the timeline and context of changes Luther and the Lutherans made on the issue of the will. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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During the Reformation, the gift of the gospel was often described as a promise. Caleb and Scott sit down with Steve Paulson to talk about what the promise is, and how it is received. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by John Hoyum to talk about the Law. What was the reformations last shift on the Law and how is it relevant today? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by John Hoyum to talk about how Luther and Melanchthon approached the doctrine of sin. Scott talks about how the shift on sin is the starting point for the reformational re-discovery of justification. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by Philip Bartelt to talk about what doctrines and events which lead up to the Augsburg Confession. This will be a multi-part series with episodes highlighting each doctrine.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by Philip Bartelt to discuss Donatism. Phil highlights the history of this condemned teaching, while Scott and Caleb ask about the ways Donatism might show up today.
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Caleb, Scott, and Rod record a special episode for the Lutheran Study Days conference in Bergen. The question: what is Christian Freedom and does it have any limitations? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb talk about Melanchthon’s approach to education and how it might help parents dealing with kids going back to School during COVID. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Caleb, Scott, and Rod talk about the relationship between theology and literature. Scott also gives Caleb the opportunity to talk about his MA thesis. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Caleb, Scott, and Rod talk about distinguishing sanctification from justification. Rod talks about how the weak on sanctification phrase developed. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb answer a question about studying historical and systematic theology vs. just studying the Bible. The conversation turns toward the context and transmission of the faith from one person to another or one generation to the next.
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The Thinking Fellows tackle an epistemological problem and ask if churches are an essential service. This episode was inspired by a New York Times Article titled: Are Protests Unsafe? What Experts Say May Depend on Who’s Protesting What. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Rod, Scott, Adam, and Caleb are back in their regular studio to record a new episode on faith and reason. The conversation focuses in on the modern issue of scientism and how Christians can identify this as a religion. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by John Hoyum to talk about Thomism and the unification of philosophical and theological systems. The conversation focuses on Luther's critique of the medieval Scholastic method and what it means for doing theology today. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The regular hosts of the Thinking Fellows are back in the studio after a long time of phone-in episodes. During this episode, they talk about the separation between church and state, Luther’s two kingdoms distinction, and vocation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by John Hoyum to talk about the theologian's craft. What makes one a theologian? And what considerations should be relevant to the theologian in training? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Junior Fellows are back for a second episode. John Hoyum and Kelsi Klembara join Caleb Keith to discuss the relevance of the theology of the cross and the theology of glory distinction. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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This episode of the Thinking Fellows is hosted by members of 1517’s junior fellowship. Caleb Keith, John Hoyum, and Kelsi Klembara answer a listener's request to do an episode on mortal and Venial sin. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Who can you trust? The Thinking Fellows are back around to one of their favorite topics, epistemology. This time, they talk about experts and expertism. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Fellows have a conversation about the struggle of serving your neighbor in the time of coronavirus. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Fellows sit-down and talk about what books they are reading during the quarantine. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott, Caleb, and Adam go through the most recent listener questions. The questions range from a request for further reading in apologetics to a critique of the Thinking Fellows use of Lutheran categories. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Caleb and Scott Keith are Joined by Pastor Paul Koch to talk about the hard choices pastors are making during the Covid-19 shutdowns. Paul talks about his desire to keep the church going while balancing concern for neighbors. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb are once again joined by John Hoyum to talk about Scandinavian Lutheranism and Gerhard Forde. The episode ends on a conversation about Forde's objections to the term inerrancy.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by John Hoyum to discuss the life and work of Gerhard Forde. John is a doctoral student and pastor in the Seattle area. The Fellows ask John about Forde’s upbringing and background and then dive into his influential works. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Caleb and Scott Keith answer a handful of listener-submitted questions. The questions range from requirements and prohibitions concerning fasting to finding a better podcasting app. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by Bob Hiller to discuss the 1517 project, The Craft of Preaching. The conversation leads toward the importance of preaching and why the preacher should take his vocation seriously. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by Donavon Riley to talk about fear. Is there a Christian response to fear? Should Christians be afraid? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Caleb and Scott are joined by Dan Price to talk about the impact and response to the Corona Virus. They look at Martin Luther’s letters on the Plague and talk about vocation and proclamation in these trying times. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by pastor Bob Hiller to talk about his book Christ in the Straw. The book serves as a devotional commentary through James. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Thinking Fellows are once again joined by David Andersen. The topic of this episode leans more philosophical and asks the question, are you happy? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Fellows talk about Islamic apologetic method and common questions from young people. Adam lays out the presuppositional arguments that are common in Islam, while Scott talks about some of the problems facing younger generations. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Fellows take on another round of listener questions. The episode ends with a conversation about how vocation and the service of neighbor works toward apologetics. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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On this episode of the Thinking Fellows, Scott, Adam, and Caleb talk about objections to Christ’s divinity and how they deal with the empty tomb. This follows an interesting comment from twitter which suggests that the presence of a necromancer was just as likely as Christ being divine. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Thinking Fellows sit down with David Andersen to talk about his apologetic book Faithless to Fearless. This episode covers some of the contemporary barriers facing Christians today and explores an approach for getting to the heart of the issue. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Drs. Rod Rosenbladt and Scott Keith sit down with Caleb to dive to the heart of why apologetics matters. Ultimately, they teach that apologetics is an endeavor which must be primarily concerned with proclaiming Christ crucified and raised for the forgiveness of sin. The second half of the episode outlines the most common objections to Christianity as a preparation for the next several episodes. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Thinking Fellows introduce a new series in apologetics. On this episode, they define what Christian apologetics is as a category of theology and lay the groundwork for how to approach it. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb take a look at listener questions from the month of January. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Dr. Scott Keith and Caleb Keith sit down and talk about Scott’s latest book, titled, Where Two or Three Are Gathered. The book is an edited volume which covers the importance and place of friendship in the Christian life.
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The Thinking Fellows closeout 2019 with a discussion about New Year’s resolutions. The conversation turns to guilt, confession, and forgiveness finally ending with a recap of the books everyone is reading right now.
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The Thinking Fellows talk about Christmas platitudes, comfort at Christmas, and share some personal Christmas stories. Thank you for supporting the show in 2019. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb are joined by Chad Bird to talk about the Old Testament. Caleb asks the question of how does the Gospel of Christ found and proclaimed in the words of the Old Testament. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Thinking Fellows are joined by Dr. Jonathan Mumme to discuss the purpose and practice of Christian worship? How does or should Christian worship distinguish itself from other religious traditions of this world? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Scott and Caleb Keith take this time to update listeners of the Thinking Fellows and ask for their support. Caleb also asks Scott what he thinks the most pressing theological issue of our age is and what 1517 is doing to address this problem. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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On this episode the Fellows answer a handful of questions submitted by listeners. Among them is the question, is baptism a good work that earns salvation? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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On this episode, the Fellows have a conversation about historical methodology and why it is important for the practice of theology but also daily life. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Thinking Fellows are joined by Delwyn Campbell, who is an LCMS missionary in Gary Indiana. Pastor Campbell talks about how a missionary is called to bring the Gospel to places close or far, where it is not being preached. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Thinking Fellows sit down with Dave Zahl to talk about his new book. Dave explains the concept of Seculosity and how people create systems of self-justification. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Thinking Fellows record a live podcast every year at the Here We Still Stand conference. Per tradition, the Fellows are joined by Drs, Jim Nestingen, and Steve Paulson. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show as the fellows discuss the common faith.
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Have you ever noticed that sometimes you can’t understand what a theologian is trying to say? On the episode, the thinking Fellows talk about meaningless statements, language games, two types of history, and much more. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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In this episode, the Thinking Fellows try to navigate the theological and philosophical problems of secular doomsaying. The topics range from modern indulgences to preaching Law and Gospel to the secular world. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Thinking Fellows talk about friendship, fatherhood, and masculinity. In particular, this episode is about the struggle and need for friendship in the Christian life. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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On this episode, the Fellows address a listener’s question about what it means when somebody calls themselves Reformed. The conversation leads to a little bit of history and systematics. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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How do you know you are truly repentant? Does your life have to be wrecked by some special sin before you know the Gospel? The Thinking Fellows tackle two questions which are frequently used to cause doubt. These issues end up demonstrating the need for proclaiming the full force of the Law and the fullness of Christ and his Gospel. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Thinking Fellows reflect on the benefits of studying philosophy. Scott and Adam discuss how 20 years ago, Rod introduced the two of them to reading and studying philosophy. The consensus of this conversation is that the benefit of philosophy is not formal knowledge but an introduction to critical thinking. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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A Short Introduction To Philosophy
Why Believe Anything At All
Thomas Nagel Introduction To Philosophy
The Thinking Fellows are joined by friends to have a conversation in a Hotel bar in Bergen Norway. While the show covers many topics, the discussion centers on the importance of friendship and dialogue in the Christian life. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Thinking Fellows are joined by Stephen Pietsch for a live recording in Bergen Norway. Scott, Adam, And Rod gave lectures at the Lutheran Study Days conference. We close the conference with a special episode of the show. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
On a rare episode featuring only Caleb Keith and Dr. Adam Francisco, the Thinking Fellows ask the questions: Is Islam a Christian heresy and can apologetics be comforting? At the end of the episode, Dr. Francisco gives an update from the 1517 publishing house. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Banned Books: John of Damascus
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Crucifying Religion
Let the Bird Fly!
The Thinking Fellows ask the question, what is the Bible? This conversation follows an episode on the historic creeds and how they are built from and relate to Christian Scripture. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The New Testament Documents Are They Reliable
History, Law, and Christianity
As a lead up to Here We Still Stand 2019, the Thinking Fellows discuss the importance and use of creeds and confessions. The historic creeds are brief summations of Scriptural truth. Their use has been to combat heresy by gifting the words of faith and crediting Christ alone for salvation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Soul of Christianity
Know the Creeds
Question and Answer episodes give us a unique opportunity to directly engage with the Thinking Fellows audience. Today’s episode includes questions about Erasmus of Rotterdam, the Lord’s Supper, and Prayer companions. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Essential Erasmus
Lutheran Book of Prayer
Prayers of the Reformers
Did the Lutheran reformers influence the development of the Church of England? The Thinking Fellows chime in on this recently requested question. The conversation centers around politics, education, and the circulation of Lutheran theology. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Enthusiasm and the Enthusiasts
On the 489th anniversary of the Augsburg confession, the Fellows ask the question, does the Church still stand or fall on justification? In other words, is justification the central doctrine of faith? The fellows give a resounding yes followed by what the bleak alternatives would be. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Returning to their topical format, the Thinking Fellows talk about stoic philosophy. The conversation flows from classical stoicism to modern proponents like Jordan Peterson. Finally, the fellows ask the question are stoicism and Christianity compatible? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
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Crucifying Religion
Neil Robinson the Stoic Bridge to Christianity
Jordan Peterson 12 rules
Meditations
The Thinking Fellows finish their six part series on Christianity in America led by Dan van Voorhis. Dan talks about the second half of the 20th century and how it has led to the current cloudy question of where Christianity is headed. Covered in this episode is the rise of evangelicals, religious nones, and the resurgence of high church worship. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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4 Things You Loose when You Leave Christianity
On this episode, Dan van Voorhis leads listeners through origins of fundamentalism and modernism in American Christianity. Dan explains how the battle between these two groups was not just in fighting but was a matter of national news and had social consequences. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Here We Still Stand (PNET19)
During the show, Dan talked about making outlines from this series available. Editing is not complete on those documents and they will be made available at a later date on the 1517 website.
Dr. Dan van Voorhis is back to walk listeners through another segment of Christian history in America. The fellows discuss the differences between the first and second Great Awakenings as well as the impact of migration westward. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Here We Still Stand (Pnet19)
Christian History Almanac
The Thinking Fellows are once again joined by Dr. Dan van Voorhis to discuss the history of Christianity in America. This time, they cover the context, characters, and development of the first great awakening. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Is America a Christian nation? To help answer that question, Dr. Dan van Voorhis looks at the background and context of the constitution of the United States. The rest of the fellows ask Dan questions and then discuss the difference between toleration and liberality. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Constitution of the United States
Founding Brothers
Dr. Dan van Voorhis leads a discussion on the history of Christianity in America. This episode focuses on the religious practices of American colonies and their lasting impact. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
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Christian History Almanac
A Model of Christian Charity
Christianity the first 3000 Years
The Founding Brothers
Shaping of America
As a part of new episodes on apologetic conversations, the Thinking Fellows revisit questions about epistemology. Instead of tackling the topic from a wholly academic standpoint, the show turns to practical examples about how and why it is important to question why you believe something. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
1517 Podcasts
Christian History Almanac
For You Radio
Family Style Theology
Why Should Anyone Believe Anything at All?
Shop Class as Soul Craft
The Fellows discuss the importance of knowing why you believe. As part of this discussion, the hosts share some stories and explain the personal impact apologetics had on their lives. Sit back, relax, grab, a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Apologetics Academy
Scott on Facebook
Dr. Rosenbladt on Facebook
Caleb on Twitter
The series on the history of the Reformation comes to an end with a recap on the Formula of Concord and the beginnings of the Thirty Years War. Thank you to our listeners for supporting this endeavor, and we look forward to new topics this summer. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Origins of the Reformation
Today's episode of the Thinking Fellows focuses on the second generation of Lutheran reformers. This era in Lutheran history represents a struggle for peace and unity of doctrine. The primary fruit of those efforts was a confession named the Formula of Concord. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
1517 Podcasts
The Christian History Almanac
1517 Academy
TF Episode on the Formula of Concord
Between the years 1550 and 1560 the giants of the Reformation are dying. The Fellows discuss the political and theological turmoil that occurred as a result of the Smalcald war. Bookending this episode is the death of Philip Melanchthon and the difference between Reformation catechisms. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Christian History Almanac
1517 Academy
On this episode, the Fellows discuss the events leading up to and the fallout after Luther’s death. This leads us through a discussion on the sermon Melanchthon gives at Luther’s funeral as well as the interims. Sit back relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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By the years 1540 through 1545, the Reformation was in full swing. As a result of the sweeping doctrinal adoption, Luther and Melanchthon were each tasked with problem-solving as more churches and townships became Lutheran. Also during this time period, Calvin moved to Geneva, and Luther wrote a commentary on the Quran. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
1517 Podcasts
Christian History Almanac
The Power and Primacy of the Pope
The Fellows take a one week break from their series on the history of the Reformation to answer listener questions. The questions range all the way from the doctrine of Zwingli to apologetic responses to evolution. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Christian History Magazine
Sensible Christianity
Signature in the Cell
The Thinking Fellows cover the major reformational events between 1535 and 1539. During this time a collection of Luther’s works are published, the Smalcald articles are signed, Calvin publishes the institutes and much more. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
1517.org
1517 Podcasts
Dictionary of Latin and Greek Terms
The Unaccommodated Calvin
Calvin in Context
Calvin His Thought and Life
Smalcald Articles
Coming back from the Diet of Augsburg the Lutheran reformers began responding to the doctrinal backlash of the Confutation. During this time Luther also begins to address the political climate and the looming threat of Turkish invasion. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The European Reformations
Speakers
In 1530 an imperial diet was called to the city of Augsburg. Among many issues to be addressed was the increasing influence of Lutheran theology. At Augsburg, the Lutherans presented a confession plainly stating the truths of the Christian faith. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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1517 academy
Episode on the Augsburg Confession
Before his death in 1532 Ulrich Zwingli led a more radical reform than those in Wittenberg. Zwingli was not only a theologian, but also a humanist, and a soldier ultimately leading to his death on the battlefield. On this episode, Dr. Francisco gives an overview of Zwingli followed by a discussion amongst the fellows about the debate on the Lord’s Supper. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Zwingli and Bullinger (Library of Christian Classics)
On this episode, the Thinking Fellows talk about catechisms and catechetical methodology. During the Reformation, catechisms were a tool for addressing the issue of Christian education. The episode ends on a brief conversation about the means of grace. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
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The Small Catechism
The Large Catechsim
Praying The Catechism
The seventh episode of the History of The Reformation brings the Fellows to a challenging time in Lutheran history. During the late 1520s, the first antinomian controversy begins while at the same time the Reformers In Wittenberg are made aware of how lacking Christian knowledge is among both lay and clergy. The solution to these problems arises in Catechesis. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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1517Academy
Kolb: The Reformers Define the Church
Bound Choice, Election, and Wittenberg Theological Method
This episode of the Thinking Fellows opens to the peasants revolt and the radical reform of Thomas Müntzer. To round out the show the Conversation moves to the Bondage of the Will and the begining of Luther’s family life.
Show Notes:
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The Bondage of the Will
In 1521, the Pope issued an official decree known as bull against Luther. The Bull declared Luther’s writings as heresy and demanded he recant. The Thinking Fellows discuss the severity of excommunication and the freedom Luther found in Scripture. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Pelikan Resource
Papa Bull
On the fourth episode of our series on the history of the Reformation, Dr. Keith walks listeners through the early stages of Melanchthon’s theological development and contributions. This episode introduces Reformation Humanism and closes out with a conversation on the Loci Communes. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
1517.org
Meeting Melanchthon
1521 Loci
As the Biblical text transforms Luther’s positions on grace and justification, he shifts his writing from disputations to letters targeted at the common man, secular rulers, and the Roman church. These letters are called the Three Treatises. The fellows dive into the context and contents of these letters and discuss their greater significance to the Reformation as a whole. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
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The Three Treatises
The Small Catechism
Latin and Greek Theological Terms
The Thinking Fellows continue outlining the events of the Reformation by following Luther’s move from the monastery to the university. This transition involves Luther’s educational pursuits as well as his early disputations. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Heidelberg Disputation
The Fellows begin a new series outlining the history of the Reformation. The first episode features a thorough description of the Middle Ages followed by the initial struggles of Luther. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
Podcast Network
The Conservative Reformation
Radical Reformation
Caleb’s Blog
Scott and Caleb Keith are joined by their friend Debi Winrich to discuss her new podcast on the Apostles Creed. They talk about the importance of studying the creed and how it provides an accessible outlet for conversation with those outside our traditions. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Soul of Christianity
1517 Podcasts
HWSS
Mockingbird Ministries
Caleb and Scott Keith are joined by their friend Kelsi Klembara to discuss atonement. The atoning work of Christ is an essential doctrine of the Christian faith. With that being said, there are still aspects of how the atonement works that are debated. On this episode, we try to navigate the various ways scripture talks about atonement how no matter which picture of the atonement is in view it must remain entirely a work of Christ.
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Theology of the Cross
Christmas Eve, Dr. Keith and Caleb take the opportunity to discuss the significance and balance in celebrating Christmas. They discuss why Christians shouldn't dismiss the idea of gift giving while still maintaining that incarnation of Christ remain central. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
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Dr. Keith Christmas Blog
Caleb Keith Advent Blog
Caleb and Scott are joined by their friend Doug Klembara to discuss to the vocation of design. The conversation focuses on the importance of quality when creating and sharing materials related to the Gospel. After reviewing some of the critical changes these ideas have brought to 1517, they talk about how important good style was during the reformation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Brand Luther
Scott and Caleb are joined by Dan Price to discuss why 1517 hosts conferences. They talk about fellowship, sound doctrine, and the benefit of gathering together. Dan also takes time to explain the City Events, which are free one-day conferences hosted churches around the U.S. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Earlybird Registatrion
City Events
HWSS Main Site
Caleb and Scott Keith sit down and answer and a handful of listener questions. Topics include particular sins, where should I go to church, is God Father Loving? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Great Commission Design
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Being Dad
Dr. Dan Deen is on the show to discuss analytic philosophy with the Thinking Fellows. Analytic language helps shape Christian apologetics and is helpful for everyday living. The idea of this episode is to make this complicated philosophical language usable for the average layperson. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Giving Tuesday!
Great Commission Design
Featured Resource: 1517 Academy
Sensible Christianity
The Thinking Fellows talk about the craft and philosophy behind translation. Christians rely on faithful, and accurate translations of the Bible, so it is essential to understand the realities of the texts we have as well as the way in which they are moved into English. The fellows also discuss their personal experiences with translating Reformation texts and the challenges faced when working in ancient languages. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Our Sponsor - Great Commision Design
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The 1517 Podcast Network
Virtue in the Wasteland
Galatians Commentary
Meeting Melanchthon
Scott and Caleb are joined by pastors Bob Hiller and Paul Koch to talk about their new project The Craft of Preaching. The Craft of Preaching is a resource for pastors that focuses on sermon writing and delivery. This unique approach focuses on proclaiming and distinguishing law and gospel while helping pastors work through weekly texts. Sit back relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Our Sponsor:Great Commission Design
The Craft of Preaching
1517 Podcast Network
Scott and Caleb are joined by Drs. Jim Nestingen and Steve Paulson to discuss confession and absolution. Corporate confession and absolution are an essential part of Lutheran worship. On this episode, we Jim and Steve tell stories about the power or personal absolution and "having ears to hear" another sinners confession. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Thinking Fellows are joined by Donavon Riley to talk about how Jesus is present and works through all the Scriptures. Inspired by the episode Scott and Donavon Talk About Everything, the Fellows cover OT prophecy and theophanies. Sit back relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
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Reading the Bondage of the Will
The Bondage of the Will
Banned Books
Live from Here We Still Stand 2018 the Thinking Fellows recorded a special episode with Jim Nestingen and Steve Paulson. The main topic follows the question, what does the theology of the cross have to offer American Christianity? This discussion is followed by live audience questions. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
HWSS registration
Handing Over The Goods
Small Catechsim
The Theology of the Pain of God
The Apology to the Augsburg Confession
Lutheran Theology
Free to Be
The Thinking Fellows are joined by Dr. John Warwick Montgomery to talk about the apologetic task today. On this episode, they encourage lay listeners to not be intimidated by the apologetic task but rather empowered by it. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Podcast Network
Mere Christianity
Sensible Christianity
Always Be Ready
Dr. Francsico Apologetics Course
Recently, Dr. Keith traveled to an LCMS district conference to talk about fatherhood. While at the conference he gathered pastors Paul Koch, Darrin Sheek, and Edward Killian to talk about why we preach. These four discuss proclaiming the Gospel and how that differs from teaching about the Gospel. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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The Podcast Network
You Are Forgiven Radio
The Craft of Preaching Website
Family Style Theology
Ringside
On this episode, the Fellows focus on apologetic questions brought up from recent episodes and listener questions. Starting by questioning and analyzing possible methods for reaching the post-modern mind, the Fellows then move on to the question, did Luther practice apologetics? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
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Podcast Network
Sensible Christianity
Tactics
Over the summer listeners sent in many important questions. Today the fellows answer questions about assurance and Lutheran history. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Podcast Network
Family Style Theology
You Are Forgiven Radio
Latest Thinking Fellows Episodes
Caleb Keith is once again joined by Drs. Jim Nestingen and John Pless for a special recording in Bergen Norway. The heart of their conversation is the idea that theology is meant to be proclaimed. Jim and John tell great stories on the difference between talking about Christ and actually handing over the goods of Christ death and resurrection for you. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Theology is for Proclimation
HWSS live stream
Lutheran Study Days Conference
The Thinking Fellows revisit their very first episode on the doctrine of sin. The problem of sin gets to the heart of the Christian faith but is often misunderstood. By focusing on "sins" and not "sinful nature" the need for Christ can become lost or hidden. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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40min in the OT
Night Driving
The Space Trilogy
Caleb Keith is joined by Drs. Jim Nestingen and John Pless for a special episode recorded in Bergen Norway. Both Nestingen and Pless have spent years studying and teaching Luther's Small Catechism. On this episode, they discuss what it means to pray the Catechism and receive the benefits of the Word through it. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Praying the Catechism
Free to Be
Luther's Small Catechism online
The Small Catechism
The regular hosts are reunited after a summer of teaching and travel. In preparation for the Here We Still Stand Conference the hosts visit some of the theological errors that pushed Luther toward the cross. The Latin phrase facere quod in se est was the backbone of semi-Pelagianism and working out one's salvation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
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Here We Still Stand Live Stream
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The Heidelberg Disputation
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Caleb's Translation and Reflection of Theses 1 and 2
Postmodernism is a popular buzzword and one the most impactful philosophies in the world around us. However, postmodernism is frustrating and often hard to understand. Dr. Keith is joined by Bruce Hilman to discuss the history, and context of postmodern thought and how it affects the Church. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Milbank -
David Bentley Heart -
Jacques Derrida -
Who is Afraid of Postmodernism - Jaimie Smith
What’s the Meaning in This Text - Kevin Van Houser
Cambridge Companion to Postmodernism
Producer Caleb is joined by three guests to talk about their experience at the International Academy of Apologetics. These students of theology come from different backgrounds and talk about how apologetics will value them in their daily lives and vocations. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
The Space Trilogy
Mere Christianity
Tractatus Logico Theologicus
Thinking Fellows on Apologetics
After speaking together at a Christ Hold Fast city event, Dr. Keith invited Bruce Hilman to join him on two episodes of the Thinking Fellows. On this episode, they talk about the background and impact of Augustine of Hippo. Augustine is particularly crucial for Lutherans since his writings helped fuel Luther's reformation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
The Confessions
Lewis, The Great Divorce
Gary Wills, 4 Part Series on Augustine
Chadwick, A Very Short intro to Augustine
Brown, Augustine of Hippo
On this episode, Caleb Keith interviews Haroldo Camacho about his new translation of Luther's Commentary on The Epistle to the Galatians. This new edition focuses on accessibility and capturing the lecture style of Luther's work. This volume is an excellent resource for individual or group study. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
The Commentary
1517 Academy
1517 Podcast Network
On this episode of the Thinking Fellows, Dr. Keith sits down to interview producer Caleb and a guest Jacob Meuller. Both Caleb and Jacob are in masters programs in Theology with Caleb pursuing an MA from the University of Nottingham and Jacob studying for his MDiv at Concordia Theological Seminary in Saint Louis. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
1517 Videocast
1517 Podcast Network
Concordia St. Louis
University of Nottingham
The Thinking Fellows explore book two of Mere Christianity by utilizing an outline from Dr. Rosenbladt. As the next step in Lewis' apologetic approach, the section named The Invasion moves onto the idea of transcendence, human will, and meaning. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
The 1517 Academy
Mere Christianity
Chesterton Orthodoxy
The Podcast Network.
This episode of the Thinking Fellows is about defining terms. Often, the fellows describe movements, doctrine, and even people as orthodox, historical, and reformational. The purpose of this episode is to pick those terms apart to explain precisely what we mean. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
1517 Podcast Network
Family Style Theology
Bauer
Chesterton Orthodoxy
Mere Christianity
Intellectual Origins of the Reformation
Age of Reform
Due to a listener request, Caleb and Dr. Keith dive into the Theology of the Cross via Forde's On Being a Theologian of the Cross. They discuss the significance, background, and purpose of Forde's excellent commentary on Maritn Luther's Heidelberg Disputation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Notes:
Family Style Theology
1517 Videocast
Theology Cross or Glory
Luther's Epistemology
Martin Luther's Augustinian Theology of the Cross
Alister McGrath Martin Luther's Theology of the Cross
The Fellows approach the latest set of listener questions. This time, we have questions about Lutheran history, baptism, and apostasy. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. If you have questions for the show, visit our website and use the contact form.
Show Notes:
Here We Still Stand
The Gospel for Those Broken by the Church
Free to Be
Book of Concord Online
Where Christ Is Present
On Being a Theologian of the Cross
Cobra Kai
Solo Hunter
Vikings
The Fellows bring Dr. Dan Dean to discuss the interplay between philosophy and theology. On this show, we cover concepts like the magisterial and ministerial use of reason, neo-scholasticism, and suggest some books for further reading. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Copleston intro to Philosophy
OUP a very short introduction
The Universe Next Door
The Works of Plato
Marcus Aurelius
Teaching Company
Cicero On Obligations
Martin Luther: The Problem Between Faith and Reason
On this episode, we follow Thinking Fellows tradition and record a special Father's Day episode. The conversation includes talk about the need for fathers in society, stories about fathers, and of course the grace of God the father. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
1517 Podcasts
Being Dad
The Fellows are back to discussing the work of C.S. Lewis. This time, they approach The Case for Christianity to talk about its purpose, history, and impact. The Case for Christianity is the first of three books in Mere Christianity all of which the Fellows will approach in the coming months. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
The Case for Christianity
Mere Christianity
The Ressurection Fact
On this episode, the Fellows tackle a handful of ranging from confirmation to the relationship between Lutheran's and Anglicans. The Fellows take their best shot at these questions and more. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
1517 Podcasting Network
Luther's Small Catechism
The 39 Articles
This week, The Fellows are Joined by Dr. Russell Dawn to talk about natural law. Dr. Dawn proposes that natural law is a tool for dialogue in our secular world especially when revelation is rejected. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Natural Law: A Lutheran Reappraisal
Let The Bird Fly!
TF episode with Wade Johnston
This week, Josh Keith joins his father and brother the regular hosts of the Thinking Fellows, for a special episode on vocation. Josh is a blacksmith and works as a part-time hardware store clerk. On the show, the Keiths discuss the tension between going to school and getting a job. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
The interaction between faith and technology is one of the most significant issues in our increasingly digital world. On this episode, the fellows talk about digital progress, its relationship to Gnosticism, and the unique way of thinking that Christians bring to these issues. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes Crosswise Your Mind Matters Contact the Fellows Smarter Everyday
The Thinking Fellows dive into Dr. Rosenbladt's outline on Matin Chemnitz's Two Natures in Christ. As such, this episode covers the importance of Christology and why it is worth studying even if you are not academic. Dr. Rosenbladts outline is free to download at the Thinking Fellows website. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
TWO NATURES IN CHRIST OUTLINE 30min in the New Testament
Two Natures in Christ on Amazon
Chemnitz's Works
The Second Martin
Almost every episode of the Thinking Fellows has a handfull of books linked in the show notes. On this episode, we set aside some time to compile a long list of books that listeners should consider reading if they want to learn more about church doctrine, apologetics, and history. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and find a new book to enjoy.
Show Notes:
1517 Store: Code (Thinking Fellows 18)
1517 Podcast Network
Doctrine:
Mere Christianity C.S. Lewis
Lutheran Theology Steve Paulson
Called to Believe Steve Mueller
Martin Luther’s Theology Lohse
In Understanding Be Men T.C. Hammond
Know the Truth: A Handbook to Christian Belief
The Genius of Luther's Theology
Hallmarks of Lutheran Identity
A Summary of Christian Doctrine
Christian Dogmatics J.T. Mueller
Christian Dogmatics Pieper
History:
Peter Brown the Rise of Western Christendom
Steven Ozman the Age of Reform
Christianity the First 3,000 years
Louis Berkhof History of Christian Doctrines
The Early Church Chadwick
Apologetics:
The Case For Christianity
Sensible Christianity
History, Law, and Christianity
The Defense of the Gospel in the New Testament
Paul Little: Know Why You Believe
The Defense Never Rests
The Authority of the Bible John Stott
Your Mind Matters
Why Should Anyone Believe Anything at all
Religion on Trial
Tactics Greg Kokul
Tractatus Logico Theologicus
The Resurrection Fact
Philosophy:
John Hospers: An introduction to Philosophy
The Universe Next Door
Language, Truth, and Logic
The Basic Works of Aristotle
Questions that Matter
Nicomachean Ethics
Philosophy: A Very Short Introduction
What The Fellows Are Reading:
Men Without Work America’s Invisible Crisis
Essentialism by Greg Mcallen
The Dumb Ox
Orthodoxy
The Strange Death of Europe
Christian Hospitality and Muslim Immigration
The Art of War
Martin Luther's Augustinian Theology of the Cross
The Thinking Fellows engage with listener questions sent in during April. From the inspiration of the scriptures to the Apostles, to Luther and the confessions, the fellows take on a broad range of topics. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
1517 Podcasts
Luther's Small Catechsim
You Are Forgiven Radio
The Thinking Fellows discuss the importance of exegesis and the parables with their guest Daniel Price. Dan is the co-host of two exegetical podcasts; 40min in the Old Testament and 30min in the New Testament. To get a taste for the importance and impact of the parables, Dan and the Fellows dive into the Good Samaritan and the Prodigal Son. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
Here We Still Stand (TF18)
Capon: Parables of Grace
Capon: Parables of the Kingdom
Capon: Parables of Judgement
The Waiting Father
Being Dad
A Story Telling God
40min in the Old Testament
30min in the New Testament
The Resurrection of Christ is the central matter of the Christian faith. This Easter, we not only celebrate but instead receive the resurrection of Christ as the first fruits of our resurrection from the dead. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Here We Still Stand: Code (TF18)
40min in the Old Testament
Vitrue in the Wasteland
Let the Bird Fly
30min in the New Testament
You Are Forgiven Radio
Ringside With The Preachermen
Dr. Keith and producer Caleb take on this month's big questions sent in by listeners. The first question deals with direct revelation from God and if people should seek answers from God outside the Scriptures. Next, we move onto a fun question about pipes and tobacco followed by a final matter of Church discipline. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
40min in the Old Testament
Mere Christianity
C.S. Lewis Episode
1517 Legacy
The Bondage of the will
Dr. Keith travels to Minnesota and has a wild conversation with Donovan Riley. Almost every topic under the sun is fair game as the discussion turns to Luther, philosophy, and Christain Doctrine. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
The Genius of Luther's Theology
Shop.1517legacy.com
Scott Keith at 1517 Legacy
Donovan Riley at 1517 Legacy
Today the Fellows are joined by special guest Dr. John Norton. Dr. Norton is a professor and chair of the English department at Concordia University Irvine. He recently published Killing Physicians: Shakespeare's Blind Heroes and Reformation Saints with 1517 Publishing. The conversation turns toward the sinful nature of man as observed in, Hamlet, Macbeth, King Leer, and other famous works. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Killing Physicians: 1517 shop
Killing Physicians: Amazon
Shakespeare collection.
As the last confession in the Book of Concord, the Formula of Concord strove to unite a Lutherans around a standard set of answers regarding doctrinal controversy. The Fellows discuss the content and history of the Formula to get listeners up to speed on the Lutheran Confessions. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
You are Forgiven Radio
The Book of Concord online
Kolb Wengert BoC
Sources and Context of the BoC
CPH BoC
Tapert BoC
The Theology of the Cross is a recurring theme on the Thinking Fellows. This fundamental concept regarding Christ and his work originated from Luther's 1518 Heidelberg Disputation. Today we flush this concept out a little further and explain why it is so fundamental to our show. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
Here We Still Stand
On Being a Theologian of the Cross
McGrath: Luther's Theology of the Cross
Heidelberg Disputation online
This week, the Fellows cover the Anglican theologian Thomas Cranmer. Cranmer was a reformation theologian influenced early on by Martin Luther. Cranmer was Martyr burned at the stake by Queen Mary and is most well known as the author of the Book of Common Prayer. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
You are Forgiven Radio
39 Articles
The Book of Common Prayer
Thomas Cranmer a Life
Emblem of Faith Untouched
The Collects of Thomas Cranmer
Thinking Fellows come into their monthly Q&A episodes with a big question about interpreting Romans chapter nine. After the break, the fellows talk about what books they are currently reading. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
Wittenberg vs. Geneva
The Worlds of Medevil Europe
The Great Lie
Praying the Catechism
Between Wittenberg and Geneva
The Anarchists Tool Chest
Bear Grylls Survival Handbook
The Freedom of the Hills
The Happiness of Pursuit
On Being a Theologian of the Cross
Christus Victor
The Nordic Theory of Everything
Bede A History of the English Church
Today, the fellows dive back into apologetics. Talking about epistemology, we discuss the necessary link between historical data and theological knowledge. The discussion also leads to a passionate argument against the weaknesses in neo-orthodoxy and the giving up of Christianity's historical high ground. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Sensible Christianity
History, Law, and Christianity
Why Should Anybody Believe Anything At All
The Idea of A University
The Killing of History
In Defense of History
Church Dogmatics (Barth)
Paul Maier, Skeleton in God’s Closet
Mathematics: The Loss of Certainty
Thinking Fellows: Introduction to Apologetics
Today we dive into what is probably Luther's most influential work. The Small Catechism was a tool for pastors and families to learn the essential doctrine of the Chrisitan faith. The fellows breakdown the history and context of this little work and then briefly explain each section. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Meeting Melanchthon
Small Catechsim on Amazon
The Book of Concord online
Praying the Catechism
Catechism Free
Nestingen Audio
Ever since Christ's ascension into heaven, Christians have been arguing about who Jesus is. The Thinking Fellows talk about the Scriptural proclamation that Jesus Christ is truly God and truly man. Commonly referred to as the two natures in Christ this doctrine is foundational to Christian belief and has profound implications regarding atonement and justification. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Dr. Rosenbladt on the Two Natures
The Two Natures in Christ Martin Chemnitz
The City of God
Cur Deus Homo
Chytraeus on Sacrifice
On the Incarnation
FF Bruce the Defense of the Gospel in the NT
The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe
C.S. Lewis was one of the most prolific Christian authors of the 20th century. As an adult convert, he delivered a powerful apologetic to the Christian faith. On this episode, we talk about the history, theology, and impact of this great thinker. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
The 4 Loves Audiobook
Mere Christianity
The Great Divorce
The Screwtape Letters
Abolition of Man
George Macdonald poetry
GK Orthodoxy
The Everlasting Man
Phantastes
The Fellowship
C.S. Lewis a life
Problem of Pain
Miracles
The Space Trilogy
As we begin recording into the new year, the Thinking Fellows take time to answer two big listener questions. Over the course of 2017 over 15 listeners asked nearly the same questions. One topic weighing heavily on people at home is the concept of infant baptism. We take the first half of the show to tackle this issue of assurance and faith. Then for the second half of the show, we talk about apostasy and faith as a gift. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
Thinking Fellows Bundle
Scriptural Baptism
Night Driving With Chad Bird
Luther's Small Catechism
The Thinking Fellows kick off 2018 with a final episode on defining various terms used throughout the show. Additionally, Dr. Francisco is back and helps define the characteristics of the significant time periods of the church up to the Reformation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Thinking Fellows Bundle
The Rise of Western Christendom
Modern Fascism
Post Modern Times
Today, we are spending another episode defining terms used throughout the show over the last two years. This episode is meant to be a big thank you to all of our listeners and supporters. We hope you enjoy the show and we look forward to some amazing episodes in 2018. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
Thinking Fellows apologetics series
Thinking Fellows on the authority of Scripture
Sensible Christianity
As Christmas approaches, the Fellows take on a long time listener request to define our terms. Sometimes on the show, the hosts use words or phrases for which not every listener had context. To help out, we take on some of the most common phrases and topics we have covered and condense them into 2-3min explanations. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
TF on the Law
TF on Gospel
TF on Sin
TF on Grace
TF on Means of Grace
After spending two episodes dealing with the apparent tension between justification and good works we dedicate another installment to the doctrine of vocation. Good works are not opposed to our justification, but it is clear from the Scriptures that they do not earn sinners status before God. The question then arises, what good or to what aim are good works? Sit back, relax, and grab a drink as we discuss this important question.
Show Notes:
God At Work
Working For Our Neighbor
Being Dad
Shop Class as Soul Craft
Mike Rowe Works
On this episode of the show, the Fellows tackle synergism. This error has been present in every age of Christianity and poses unique challenges to Christianity in America. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Here We Still Stand 2018
Heidelberg Disputation
Caleb Keith on the Prodigal Son
Drs. Keith and Rosenbladt are back on the show to talk about repentance. Also on this episode is a friend and guest, Aaron Pederson. Looking from Scripture and Luther we ask the question is repentance a gift of faith or a work towards faith? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and join the conversation.
Show Notes:
1517 Academy
Being Dad
Thinking Fellows on Johan Arndt
Donate
Caleb Keith and Dr. Adam Francisco are joined by a guest to talk about the liberal arts and classical education. Our guest today is Dr. C.J. Armstrong. Dr. Armstrong teaches Theology, Classical Languages, and Ancient History at Concordia University Irvine. On this episode, we talk about why classical education isn't just for academics but helps shape the worldview of people in all stations of life. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
Lutheranism vs. Calvinism: The Classical Debate
Second Son Iron Works
Warrior Politics
Caleb Keith and Dr. Adam Francisco talk about the political history of the Reformation. Dr. Francisco takes the conversation back all the way to the fall of Rome to help render a clear picture of what political system Luther faced and worked within. While not a secular reformer, Luther's political impact is impossible to ignore. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show notes
The Resurrection Fact
Brecht: Shaping and Defining the Reformation
The Fabricated Luther
Paulson: Luther for Armchair Theologians
Caleb Keith interviews Dr. Montgomery about his background and beginning in apologetics. For Dr. Montgomery, apologetics starts by asking questions about truth and the pursuit of knowledge. This conversation leads up to talk about the approach to learning apologetics and how to handle tough issues in the midst of evangelism. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
History, Law, and Christianity
Sensible Christianity
Suprised by Joy
Defending the Gospel in Legal Style
Evidence that Demands a Verdict
On this episode of the Thinking Fellows, Dr. Keith talks to David Zahl about Mockingbird Ministries. Zahl is the director of Mockingbird, and author, and podcast host. This episode highlights the annual Mockingbird conference in NYC and many of the other resources that they produce. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
About Mockingbird
Law and Gospel: A Theology for Sinners and Saints
Mockingbird Events
The Mockingbird Devotional
Grace and Addiction
Being Dad
Chad Bird joined the Thinking Fellows at the Here We Still Stand conference in San Diego to talk about his new book. Night Driving: Notes from a Prodigal Soul. This book wrestles with sin and grace in the midst of turmoil. The entire book points to the redemptive work of Christ and the extra nos gift of life and salvation. On this episode, Chad gives a sneak peek at a handful of the chapters. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Night Driving on Amazon
Chadbird.com
40min in the Old Testament
1517 Blog: Chad Bird
The Prodigal Son
Being Dad: Father as a picture of God's Grace
As one of the last episodes in our latest series about the great ideas of the Reformation, we talk about the relationship between faith and reason. The Fellows discuss Luther's famous quotes about reason and then delve into issues facing our post-modern culture. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
The Ressurection Fact
Martin Luther: The Problem with Faith and Reason
Where Christ is Present
Tractatus Logico-Theologicus
The Reformation was not an isolated event; it had an impact not only in Germany but throughout the world. The Reformation was also impacted by forces outside the Church including the impending threat of Islam. For the Lutheran reformers knowing about Islam was essential for the preservation of Christians who might be captured in war or invasion. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
The Show Notes Here We Still Stand
Martin Luther Preface on Islam
Subscribe on iTunes
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Intro to the Book of Concord
The Heidelberg Disputation represents the first time that Reformational theology emerges as a whole. In this work, Dr. Luther highlights 28 fundamental truths of the Christian faith. Almost every major issue of the Reformation is covered in bite-sized sentences. The Fellows outline the context, history, and impact of the disputation as a lead up the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
Subscribe on iTunes
Donate
The Heidelberg Disputation Online
The 95 Theses
Here We Still Stand
The Thinking Fellows are together with Dr. Wade Johnston to discuss Matthias Flacius. This episode serves as a crossover between our series on great thinkers of the Christian faith and our current Reformation topics. Flacius was a significant figure in the later Lutheran Reformation and had a large impact on the topics within the Formula of Concord. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Subscribe on iTunes
Donate
An Uncompromising Gospel
A Path Strewn With Sinners
Formula of Concord
Here We Still Stand
After a long summer of traveling guest episodes, the Fellows are back in Southern California recording together. The Thinking Fellows are joined by Dr. Wade Johnston to discuss his two books, A Path Strewn With Sinners and An Uncompromising Gospel.
The fire of the Reformation was fueled by lay education. To that end, both books are meant for study at the lay level, no Ph.D. or formal training necessary. A Path Strewn With Sinners takes the Gospel of Mark and breaks it down into bite-size pieces making it an excellent reading companion for self-study or group Bible class. Similarly, An Uncompromising Gospel takes the history of post-Luther Lutheranism and makes it easy to approach and understand.
Show Notes:
A Path Strewn With Sinners
Let the Bird Fly
The Woman Jesus Called a Dog
The Book of Concord (Online)
An Uncompromising Gospel
The Book of Concord (Print Sources and Context of The Book of Concord
On this episode, the fellows are once again joined by Dr. Nestingen and Prof. Pless. This time, we tackle listener questions about doctrine and the differences between Norwegian and German Lutheranism. As a bonus, we recorded this episode in Bergen Norway, and some of our Norwegian hosts join us in the second half of the show. Sit back relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Here We Still Stand
Hammer of God
The Necessary Distinction
The Thinking Fellows are joined by Dr. Jim Nestingen and Rev. John Pless to talk about their new book titled The Necessary Distinction. On this episode, we cover basic questions concerning Law and Gospel and the important difference between distinguishing and separating these two vital doctrines. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
The Necessary Distinction
Here We Still Stand
Hotel Registration
"What Drove Luther's Hammer" is a look behind the curtain of Martin Luther's reasons for reform. Dr. Rosenbladt reanimates his classic lecture as a conversation between two old friends. So, sit back, grab a drink, light your pipe, and join us in the fun.
Show Notes:
Here We Still Stand
Three Treatises
Bainton
Kittleson
Rupp
Dr. Keith is once again joined by Dr. Jim Nestingen, this time to discuss the relationship between Martin Luther and Philip Melanchthon. The dynamic between these two reformers is often misrepresented or misunderstood. Melanchthon and Luther worked together not only as colleagues but as friends to bring about the Lutheran Reformation as we know it. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Hotel Room
Here We Still Stand
Luther's Small Catechism
Loci Communes 1521
Dr. Scott Keith and Pastor Paul Koch talk about their new book The Jagged Word Field Guide To Being A Man. This book deals with the topic of masculinity and the need for friendship, family, and vocation in the pursuit of manliness. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
The Jagged Word Field Guide To Being A Man
Woman The Forgotten Story
The Jagged Word Website
The Art of Manliness
Here We Still Stand
Welcome to a special episode of the Thinking Fellows with producer Caleb Keith and guest Donovan Riley. Pastor Riley has been on the show twice before to talk about Martin Luther and the Bondage of the Will. This week, he tackles the idea behind the phrase "Here I Stand" and why Lutherans continue in the tradition of Standing firm in the Gospel. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Here We Still Stand
Reading Bondage of the Will
Dr. James Nestingen joins the show once again, this time for an episode on the later life of Dr. Martin Luther. Dr. Scott Keith and Pastor Kevin McClain sit with Dr. Nestingen to hear some great stories about the great reformer. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Donate
Episode One on Luther
Luther Biographies
Luther's Works: Genesis Commentary
Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Manistee
Soli Deo Gloria is the final turn of the screw in the Sola formula that reminds us that salvation is not our own doing but belongs to God alone. This is the last of the "Sola" episodes and also serves as a highlight of the Here We Still Stand conference. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Here We Still Stand
Donate to the Thinking Fellows
The Church is a Morgue
On this episode of the Thinking Fellows, Dr. Keith is Joined by Paul and Cindy Koch to talk about Cindy's new book. The book, Woman the Forgotten Story, offers incredible comfort, gives guidance, and teaches everyone who listens to a wisdom that saves lives. From the creative voice of God, through the death of a Savior, to the walk of Wisdom, hear and remember the forgotten story of woman. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Woman the Forgotten Story
Cindy at 1517 Legacy
Here We Still Stand
What's Wrong with Women's Bible Studies
Lutheran Theology
On this episode, the Fellows talk about the center of Christianity. In Christ alone lies the hope of salvation! Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Christ Alone Booklet
The Bible in an Hour
Jesus the Messiah
Cur Deus Homo
The Lady Jesus Called a Dog
How Bach Became a Hit in Japan
This week, the Fellows talk about Faith Alone. Faith is a gift of the Holy Spirit that works intricately with the other Solas. Dr. Francisco gives the historical background of Sola Fide while Dr. Keith talks about some doctrinal implications. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Here We Still Stand
What are the 5 Solas of the Reformation
Thinking Fellows Episode on Faith
On Episode two of the Great Ideas of the Reformation series, we talk about Sola Gratia or Grace Alone. The concept of Grace Alone is adopted by many traditions. However, they don't always mean the same thing. We talk about the different definitions people place on the word grace and how the grace of God comes to sinners. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Here We Still Stand Code: FELLOWS
Thinking Fellows Loci series on the Means of Grace
Thinking Fellows on Election
Thinking Fellows on Beza
Walther Election Q&A
It is time to shake things up and take a break from the Great Thinkers of the Christian Faith and begin a new series on the Great Ideas of the Reformation. We are kicking things off with a headline episode on Sola Scriptura. Scripture alone sets the foundation for the five Solas and the Reformation itself. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Here We Still Stand
Chemnitz: Examination of the Council of Trent
What Are the Five Solas of the Reformation
Christ Alone Booklet
The Fellows hand over the reigns to Dr. Franscico to teach us about Hugo Grotius. Grotius was a Reformation era apologist who also had a large political influence. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
The Truth of the Christian Religion
On the Law of War and Peace
Sensible Christianity
Father's Day is an important time of the year for the Thinking Fellows with the subject matter of Dr. Keith's book being fatherhood. On this episode, producer Caleb interviews Dr. Keith on Being Dad. Dr. Keith tells a couple of stories out of the book and lays out his primary argument for parenting through Grace. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
Show Note:
Being Dad
Scott at 1517 Legacy
Dr. Mallinson joins us for the 4th time for a fantastic episode on Theodore Beza. Beza was the successor to John Calvin and is the subject of Dr. Mallinsons Ph.D. dissertation. Beza's impact is large especially when it comes to the theology of election. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Here We Still Stand Conference
Ramus Method
Sum Total of Christianity
The Golden Chain
Jeff's Dissertation
On this episode, we wrap up Calvin by answering some listener questions and comments. We also talk about the differences between Lutherans and Calvinists while bringing top notch resources to the show notes. If you listen on your phone check out our website for some free outline downloads. Our Home Page
Show Notes:
The League of Faithfull Masks
Jeff's Blog On the Lord's Supper
Calvin's Institutes
The 1521 Loci
Scott and Jeff Outline of the Institutes
1517 the Legacy Project
Virtue in the Wasteland
The Jagged Word
Episode 71 of the Thinking Fellows is a continuation of episode 70 where we began talking about the Lutheran reformer Philip Melanchthon. On this episode Dr. Keith talks about Melanchthon's later life and some of the controversies surrounding his work. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Here We Still Stand
Episode 70: Philip Melanchthon
Augsburg Confession
Episode on the Augsburg Confession
1521 Loci
Thinking Fellows Episode 2 Law
The Thinking Fellows talk about one of the most controversial characters in Lutheranism, Philip Melanchthon. Melanchthon is both massively influential to Lutheranism but is often described as a detractor of Lutheranism because of some late writings. On this episode, Dr. Keith outlines the early life of Melanchthon and sets the stage for his theological impact. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
An Uncompromising Gospel
The Book of Concord
Sources and Context to the Book of Concord
Bente Intro to the Book of Concord
Episode: Melanchthon Nerds
Episode on Luther Biographies
Dr. Jeff Mallinson once again joins the Thinking Fellows, this time for an episode on John Calvin. Calvin has been one of the most influential thinkers in Christian history. Lutherans tend to shy away from Calvin which is a shame because despite some doctrinal differences there is much to be learned from this Protestant reformer. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Virtue in the Wasteland
Calvin's Institutes
John Calvin: A Little Book on the Christian Life
Calvin in Context
Drs. Mallinson and Keith on Election
In The Fall of 2016, Dr. James Nestingen came on our show and talked about the Bondage of the Will. During that episode, Dr. Nestingen suggested reading the Bondage of the Will backward. Today we take a little time to explain how that works. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Packer Page#: Start with pg319 then read 270-318 then start at the beginning.
Show Notes:
Thinking Fellows on the Bondage of the Will
Packer: The Bondage of the Will
Forde: The Captivation of the Will
Christain Classics: The Bondage of the Will
Today, The Fellows talk about the various biographies Martin Luther. This idea was started by Dr. Francisco who outlines for us in this show, the key features of a good biography. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Oberman: Luther Man Between God and the Devil
Baton: Here I Stand
Kittleson: Luther the Reformer
Career of the Reformer
Kolb: Martin Luther and the Enduring Word of God
Brecht: Shaping and Defining the Reformation
Nestingen: Martin Luther A Life
The Fabricated Luther
Paulson: Luther for Armchair Theologians
Today we have a regular guest and member of the 1517 Thinking Fellowship, Dr. Jeff Mallinson. Jeff is co-host of the Virtue in the Wasteland podcast and comes on to talk about Kierkegaard. On the show, Jeff places this great philosopher into his proper historical context. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
Notes:
Works of Love
Grace in Practice
Fear and Trembling
The Sickness Unto Death
Burden of Soren
Kirkegaard and Paradox
Today, we revisit Thomas Aquinas and move on to talk about his theological impact. This is an expansion on episode 63 which is linked below. On the show notes for episode 63 is a list of books for further study. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Crosswise Institute
Episode 63 on Thomas Aquinas
Episode on Transhumanism
Contact
Today, the Fellows have Dr. Joel Oesch on to define and discuss transhumanism and its importance. Transhumanism is defined by Dr. Oesch as a movement of people committed to using technology to further the human race in profound ways. In most iterations, Transhumanism is viewed as the next great step of human evolution.The Crosswise Institute is designed to educate and challenge high school students about important cultural and theological questions. This year they will host a summer experience for high school students surrounding the topic of transhumanism. The Thinking Fellows are giving away ten spots to the Institute follow the link below to contact us about this opportunity.
Notes:
Contact the Thinking Fellows to get your high schooler into Crosswise for free this June. Please provide Name, Email, and Phone Number.
Crosswise Institute
On this episode, Dr. Francisco teaches us about John of Damascus, an early apologist. It especially fits this Good Friday as John defended, in particular, the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
CrossWise Institute
The Fount of Knowledge
Lombard's Sentences
St John of Damascene
John of Damascus on Islam
Thomas Aquinas is one of the most influential Christian Thinkers of all time. Aquinas' views on philosophy set up the groundwork for classical apologetics and his Theology was disputed in the Reformation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Notes:
Donate to the Thinking Fellows
Philosophical Apologetics pt1.
Philosophical Apologetics pt2.
Christianity Today
Thomas Aquinas a Very Short Introduction
Peter Kreeft: A Summa of the Summa
Edward Feser A Beginner's Guide to Aquinas
Philip Watson Let God be God
Peter Morison The Impact of the Reformation
One of the primary goals for our series on the Great Thinkers of the Christian Faith is to give broad coverage to thinkers outside of our Lutheran tradition. With that said, it is impossible to pass up Luther and his significance in Chruch History. Today we offer one of a handful of episodes we will release on Luther. Today our guest is Donovan Riley, a Doctor of Theology and pastor in the LCMS. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and be perplexed by the beginning of Luther's story.
Show Notes:
You are Forgiven Radio
Donavon on 1517
Higher Things SimulCast
Brand Luther
Luther the reformer
Oberman Luther
Here I Stand
Luther's Theology of the cross McGrath
Once again the Thinking Fellows are joined by Dr. Dan Van Voorhis. This time we discuss our first American Christian Gresham Machen. Many Lutherans may be unaware of this Reformed Theologian. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Christianity and Liberalism
ViW on World War I
Shall the Fundamentalists Win?
Dan on Eschatology
ViW Reformation Series
What is Faith? Machen
The Origen of Paul's Religion
Christianity and the State
Welcome to episode 2 of our new series, Great Thinkers of the Christian Faith. Today, we are hoping forward in history from Augustine to the late reformation. Our subject is Johan Arndt who was a prominent Lutheran Pastor and author who lived between 1555 and 1621. To help the Fellows cover this controversial member of Christian History, Dr. Dan Van Voorhis joins the show! Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
The Masks
Arndt: True Christianity
Luther: The Freedom of the Christian
Pia Desideria
TF on Two Kingdoms
My Utmost for Highest
Welcome to the first episode of our "Great Thinkers of the Christian Faith" series. We begin our journey by talking about the history of Augustine of Hippo. The Fellows are joined by Dr. Jeff Mallinson to outline the life and work of this great Church Father. Sit back relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Virtue in the Wasteland
Augustine Confessions
Augustine: City of God
Chadwick Augustine Bio
Producer Caleb and Dr. Keith discuss the direction of the show and our new series. A big thank you to all of the great fans who have gotten us this far! Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Once again, Pastor, Paul Koch joins us on the show. Pastor Koch is a longtime friend of Dr. Keith and the editor-in-chief at the Jagged Word. On this episode, the Fellows talk about the importance of friendship and its long lasting effects. Sit back, relax, grab a drink , and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Tombstone
Friendship From Piss Trough to Horse Trough
C.S. Lewis The Four Loves
Dexter's Camera Shop
Free to Be
From Nestigen/Forde Free to Be: “Luther called it ‘the mutual conversation and consolation of the brethren.’ It is the friendship you share with others around you who belong to Christ, another powerful means God uses to keep us in grace.”
The Thinking Fellows bring back one of their favorite guests, Pastor Paul Koch. Pastor Koch is here to talk about the importance of preaching the Law and the Gospel. This episode strikes at some of the conflict going on in Lutheranism and attempts to bring things out of the theoretical and into the practical. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Ringside with the Preacher men
Just Words
The Faith We Hold
What are We Fighting For
On this episode, the fellows have a military historian, Caleb Karges on the show to talk about Just War Theory. The fellows get into the history, and context of just war theory and try to bring the war on terror into perspective. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
•Luther: Christians Can Be Soldiers
•Roark Denver: Worth Dying For: A Navy Seal's Call to a Nation
•Samuel P. Huntington, The Clash of Civilizations and the Remaking of World Order
•Francis Fukuyama, The End of History and the Last Man
The Fellows are joined by their first guest of 2017 Johan Hinderlie. Johan has spent a lifetime involved in camp ministry. He and Dr. Keith who shares a passion for Christian camps tell some great stories and discuss the importance they serve in modern Christian living. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show!
Show Notes:
Being Dad
Giving Kids Grace
How to Give Your Faith Away
This week, we cover another wave of listeners questions as we start the journey into year two. A big thank you to all our listeners and supporters as the show continues to thrive and grow. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Speakers Bureau
Pieper Christian Dogmatics
Meuller Christian Dogmatics
Intro to Apologetics
Thank you to our listeners who pushed the Thinking Fellows through a fantastic first year of podcasting. To kick off year two, we are answering listeners questions on air. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
A plain account of Christian Perfection
Tom Oden
Theologians Craft
Epistemology of Theology
Sources and Context of BoC
Uncompromising Gospel
We have spent the latter half of 2016 and the Begining of 2017 uncovering apologetics. We are now beginning to wrap up this series with the question, what now? Listen to hear the struggles apologists face as they perform the task of evangelism in their daily lives. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Speakers Bureau
Why Believe Anything At All
What is Truth
Can Miracles be Trusted
On this episode, our resident historian Dr. Adam Francisco talks about Martin Luther and his view of apologetics. Many people only ever talk about Luther's defense of doctrine. However, Luther did outreach to non-Christians as well. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
Giving Kids Grace
Episode Archive
The Foolishness of God
Luther's Last Battles
On this episode the Fellows interview of the regular hosts Dr. Adam Francisco. Dr. Francisco is an expert on Islam and has his PhD. from Oxford University in the historical theology of Luther and Islam. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
Resurrection Fact
Seeking Allah Finding Jesus
Answering Muslims
Answering Islam
On this episode, the Fellows pass the torch to Dr. John W. Montgomery to talk about the problem of evil. Since Dr. Montgomery could not come in person, we used his fantastic lecture out of Sensible Christianity. Consider this a 30min taste of 14 hours of audio available at shop.1517legacy.com
Show Notes:
Sensible Christianity
C.S. Lewis The Problem of Pain
C.S. Lewis A Grief Observed
God and Other Minds
Christmas and apologetics go hand in hand this week as we talk about the incarnation of Christ. The Word became flesh and entered our world. It is because of this great fact that Christians can use historical apologetics. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Merry Christmas from the Thinking Fellows.
Show Notes
Giving Kids Grace
Here We Still Stand
Chemnitz the Two Natures in Christ
Mueller Christian Dogmatics
This week, we are continuing to talk about the inspiration of Scripture. Does Jesus within the New Testament narrative talk about its future writing and validity? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
Giving Kids Grace Conference
John Stott, Teacher and Lord
Sensible Christianity
Give Them Grace
Being Dad
Is the Old Testament as reliable as the New? The Thinking Fellows track down the words of Jesus to see what the Son of God has to say about the OT. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
- Chronological Snobbery
- Postmodern Times
- Can Trust Miracles: Dr. Keith on 1517 Legacy
- Here We Still Stand
Before Christians begin defending God's Word it is important to understand what it means for Scripture to be God's. On this episode, the Fellows talk about the inspiration of Scripture and how it applies to apologetics. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Here we still stand
Sensible Christianity
Nestle Aland 28
God's Inerrant Word
Philosopher Dan is back to finish up part two of our entry into philosophical apologetics. This episode primarily covers the teleological and the moral arguments for the existence of God. Don't forget to miss part of this series episode 43. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Sensible Christianity
Natural Theology
Rick Ritchie on 1517 Legacy
Dialoges Concerning Natural Religion
C.S. Lewis The Case For Christianity
Lewis doodle video
Many Christians are intimidated or even uncomfortable using philosophy. However, philosophy has been used for centuries as apologetically aid and tool. Listen as the Thinking Fellows with their guest Dr. Dan Been break down both the strengths and weaknesses of common philosophical arguments for God. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show!
Show Notes
Tractatus Logio-Theologicus
A Universe from Nothing
Reflections on the Sean Carroll Debate
The Proslogion
Kant: Critique of Pure Reason
Almost everyone has heard it said that miracles are just fairy tail stories and the most inaccurate and deceptive parts of the Bible. The Thinking Fellows tackle the root of this objection and discuss why miracles cannot be dismissed without cause. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
Faith Founded on Fact
Resurrection Fact
Hume's Abject Failure
Principalities and Powers
Have you ever wondered who needs apologetics the most in their world? It might just be the high schooler sitting in the pew in front of you. Today, the Fellows bring on a resident expert in the field of training the next generation to defend their faith. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
The Resurrection Fact Now Out!
The Case for Christ
History, Law, and Christianity
God's Crime Scene
Who Moved the Stone
The Universe Next Door
Why Should Anyone Believe Anything at All
The Case for Christianity
The Problem of Pain
Faith Founded on Fact
Today we celebrate the upcoming 499th anniversary of the Lutheran Reformation. Joining us this episode is Dr. Steve Hein who is an author and contributor at 1517 the Legacy Project. This episode is about the history and importance of the Reformation and how we carry on that legacy and recovery today. Sit back, relax, grab a pint, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
The Resurrection Fact
The Christian Life Cross or Glory
Brand Luther
Luther '55
The Heidelberg Disputation
Here I Stand
Gospel and Law
Luther on the Christian Life
If the New Testament truly is an accurate historical source, what implications does that mean about who Christ said he was and the things he did? This week, the fellows examine the claims of Christ particularly his resurrection and explain just how certain Christians can be in this great hope. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Donate to the Show
Resurrection Fact
Mere Christianity
Episode with Dr. Nestingen
Episode with Dr. Kolb
The Evidence for the Resurrection by J.N.D. Anderson
Do the New Testament documents hold the same historical weight as other ancient documents? The Fellows bring the history and the criticism to the table and explain why the New Testament ends up on top. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Donate to the Show
International Apologetics Academy
Experiment In Criticism
The End of the Historical-Critical Method
Guest Episode with Dr. Nestingen
Guest Episode with Dr. Kolb
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This week the Fellows introduce the validity and reliability of the New Testament documents. In addition to this, the fellows talk about how apologetics must work hand in hand with faith. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Speakers Bureau
Resurrection Fact
Where Have all the Nones Gone
How do you know what you Know? Epistemology is the sense through which one filters and views all the knowledge he or she has acquired in this world. Understanding your own epistemology as well as the other common epistemological views is essential to doing good apologetics. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
The Idea of the University
Resurrection Fact: Pre-Order
Today you’ll hear the giddy voice of Dr. Keith and the calm demeanor of Dr. Kolb as they go over the details concerning the history, background, and Loci of Philip Melanchthon. If you're even remotely interested in Lutheran theology this is an episode you shouldn’t miss. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and listen to the show.
Show Notes:
Martin Luther and the Enduring Word of God
Two Kingdoms with Drs. Kolb and Simeon-Netto
The Bondage of the Will
Dr. Keith Translations
Moonwalking With Einstein
Brand Luther
This week the Fellows discuss the Do's and Dont's of Apologetics. In other words what strategies should apologists avoid and what tools they should readily employ. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Sensible Christianity
Apologetics Academy
Tactics
Hallo! This week the Thinking Fellows are in Germany as special guests to the Confessio Augustana conference. Capitalizing on this experience, Dr. Keith, and producer Caleb sit down with Drs. Bob Kolb and Uwe Siemon-Netto. Our guests along with Dr. Keith discuss Two Kingdom theory clarifying our earlier episode on the topic. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show!
Show Notes:
The Fabricated Luther
Confession Augustana
Triumph of the Absurd
Dr. Francisco addresses the problem of Islam as we remember the attack on the World Trade Center 9/11/01.
Show Notes
- Introduction to the Augsburg Confession
- The Third Jihad
-The Influence of German Biblical criticism
Today we continue down the road of apologetics, this time introducing the various types and systems of apologetics common used. This episode is full of comparisons and clarification so listen carefully. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
Bill and Ted’s excellent Adventure
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Coming Soon The Resurrection Fact!
On episode 32 of the Thinking Fellows, we introduce our next series of topics surrounding Christian apologetics. Listen to find out what the purpose and place of apologetics are within the Christian life. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
History Law and Christianity
Tractatus-Logico-Theologicus
Religion on Trial
The Defense Never Rests
On this episode of the Thinking Fellows, Dr. Jim Nestingen stops by to talk about Luther's book the Bondage of the Will. This episode is filled with profound wisdom, great stories, and a whole lot of fun. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes:
Luther's Bondage of the Will
Thinking Fellows on Facebook
Thinking Fellows on Twitter
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This is a special midweek episode of the Thinking Fellows featuring Dr. Jim Nestingen. The fellows join Dr. Nestingen in a bar just outside the annual NALC convention to talk about what it means to be a mentor. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Show Notes
Being Dad
Robert Bly: A Gathering of Men
This week the Fellows are joined by Pastor Joel Hess to talk about just what it is a pastor does. Joel is a writer for the Jagged and 1517 the Legacy Project. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and find out why you should come to expect the proclamation of Christ given for you every Sunday.
Show Notes:
The Jagged Word Website
The Jagged Word on Facebook
The Jagged Word on Twitter
Augustine of Hippo: By Peter Brown
Luther: Man Between God and the Devil
This week the Fellows relax and have some fun with Joel Fitzpatrick. What this episode lacks structurally it makes up for with unforgettable stories. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and find out what the Fellows think it means to be masculine.
Show Notes:
Melanchthon on the Uses of the Law
Another Reflection on the Divine Uses of the Law
Episode 14: Good Works
Episode 2: Law
Being Dad
Front Porch with the Fitzes
C.S. Lewis The Four Loves
This week the Thinking Fellows are joined by Elyse Fitzpatrick and her son Joel Fitzpatrick to talk about a controversy revolving around the idea of the eternal subordination of the Son. The Fellows aren't here to join the fight but instead talk about the misapplication of the Trinity happening within the controversy. Sit back, relax, and grab a drink as the Fellows cover this special listener requested show.
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Home: How Heaven and the New Earth Satisfy Our Deepest Longings
Christian Dogmatics by J.T. Mueller
Lutheran Leprechauns
Mortification of Spin
The Heidelblog
On episode 27 the Thinking Fellows cover the last regularly scheduled Loci topic, vocation. While most systematics end with Eschatology, the Fellows go a different route. Vocation is where the theological rubber meets the road. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Christ Hold Fast Vocation Talks:
Working For Our Neighbor:
Where Christ Is Present:
God At Work:
The Gospel For Those Broken By The Church:
On episode 26 the Fellows are joined by Pastor Craig Donofrio to talk about missions. Lutherans, especially in the LCMS are often accused of ignoring the mission field, pastor Donofrio talks about why that has changed, and why it is more important than ever to not only back missionaries abroad, but also to evangelize her in the United States. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
200 Proof Gospel
God Whisperers
The Mission Of God
Craig and Paula in Eurasia
The Flaw of the Excluded Middle
In one of our most fun shows yet the fellows talk about grace and parenting. For our 25th episode, we are joined by Elyse Fitzpatrick and Jessica Thompson to get a unique perspective on how God works through the vocation of parent. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show!
Give them Grace
Everyday Grace
Front Porch with the Fitzes
Eschatology is the study of the last things or end times. It is one of the most talked about and sensationalized topics in modern evangelical Christianity. On this Episode, the Fellows are joined by Dr. Dan van Voorhis as they break down and simplify what often becomes an overcomplicated doctrine. Sit back, relax, grab a drink as everything comes to an end.
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Mark Brighton Commentary
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The Thinking Fellows return to their Loci topics in episode 23. Drs. Keith, Rosenbladt, and Francisco discuss the history and purpose behind Two Kingdom theory while also covering its limitations. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Caleb on the LCRL
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This week the Fellows celebrate the 486th anniversary of the Augsburg Confession. The Fellows go into the detail of the History, and Theology of the Augsburg Confession and how it can still be applied today. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.
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The Augsburg Confession Online
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Fatherhood is an essential part of what shapes the minds and worldview of the Fellows. On this episode, the fellows talk about the fundamental nature of the father and his role as a mouthpiece of grace in the home. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy the magic of fatherhood.
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On Episode 20 the Fellows talk about the Church and what it means to be a member of the bride of Christ. Additionally, we answer a fan question for the first time. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and find out why the Church is more than a building.
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Episode 19 is a special show on preaching with guest Fellow pastor Paul Koch. The Fellows talk about what makes good preaching as well as what it means to be called to preach. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
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The final episode in our Means of Grace series. We talk about the power of Christ's body and blood given to you for the forgiveness of sins. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and find comfort in the body and blood of Christ.
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Wittenberg VS Geneva
Power in the Blood
This week, the Fellows continue to talk about the Means of Grace by discussing Confession and Absolution. Confession and Absolution serve to soothe the troubled soul and calm the burdened conscience the proclamation of Christ's Forgiveness. Sit back, relax, and grab a drink as the forgiveness of Christ comes from the lips of another.
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Front Porch With The Fitzes
Means of Grace
Being Dad
Jim Nestingen Confession and Absolution
Last week the Fellows talked about the Means of Grace, as a direct follow-up to that episode the Fellows now dive into Baptism. Why get Baptized? How does Baptism work? Who should be Baptized? Sit Back, relax, and grab a drink as the soothing waters of Baptism drown you in Christ.
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Luther's Small Catechism
Romans 6
Virtue in the Wasteland
Imagine
Early on in the show we dedicated a whole episode to the topic of grace. Now it is time to expand on the topic of grace and discuss how God delivers the saving Grace of Christ to His people. Sit back, relax, and grab a drink as the grace of Christ soothes your troubled soul.
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The Christian Life Cross or Glory?
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Lutherans can often be misunderstood as rejecting the existence or necessity of good works. On episode 14 the Thinking Fellows discuss why this common misconception is not true. Sit back, relax and grab a drink to find out why good works are a fruit of faith and not saving grace.
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James Richard Melanchthon
The Jagged Word
Do Lutherans even have a doctrine of predestination? I thought that was the Calvinists? This week, The Fellows discuss predestination, which is a little known or seldom talked about doctrine among Lutherans. Sit back, relax, and grab a drink to find out why predestination is a gift of assurance and not a tool to damn your neighbor.
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On this episode, the Thinking Fellows do things differently. Deviating from the typical Loci topics, the guys interview Pastor Brian Thomas. Brian Thomas is the author of 1517 the Legacy Project's latest book Wittenberg vs. Geneva. The Fellows talk about the book and briefly cover how Lutheranism differs from Calvinism. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show.
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The Thinking Fellows discuss the human will and ask some important questions. What role does the will have in or on the Christian life? What does it mean for the will to be bound? And does the will have anything to do with faith or salvation? As usual, the Fellows look to Scripture and the teachings of the Lutheran Reformation for the answer. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Where Christ is Present
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The doctrine of conversion is highly debated among Christians. The Thinking Fellows find their answer not so surprisingly away from logic and back in Christ. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
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Faith Founded on Fact
Luther's Small Catechism
Bondage of the Will
This week, the Thinking Fellows talk about the various theories of atonement. On their quest for clarity, the Fellows examine Scripture and the Lutheran Confessions. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and join the conversation.
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Last week we ran out of time and barely scratched the surface of the theology of the person and work of Christ. This week we continue our conversation and touch on active and passive obedience and other pieces of the "Godman" puzzle. Sit back, relax, and grab a drink as we conquer our first "part 2" episode.
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On episode 6 the Thinking Fellows talk about faith. Faith is one of the Solasof the Reformation, and is instrumental to salvation. Follow the good Drs. as they discuss why faith isn't a work and explain the difference between faith in worldly things and faith in God. Sit back, relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show.
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Every doctrine of Christianity hinges on the person and work of Christ. Sit back,relax and grab a drink as the fellows talk about whats truth and whats heresy concerning Christ.
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Christ Hold Fast
Rosenbladt on the Two Natures
Outlines of Doctrinal Theology
Two Natures in Christ
Brand Luther
Scriptural Baptism
Know the Creeds and Councils
Lutheran Theology
On episode 5 of the Thinking Fellows, we talk about Justification. Find out why justification is the article upon which the Church stands or falls. Sit back, relax, and grab a drink as Drs. Rosenbladt, Keith and Francisco explore this foundational doctrine.
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During episode 4, the Thinking Fellows tackle the topic of God's Grace. Grace is an attitude on the part of God whereby He sees the unjust sinner as just, on account of Christ alone.
This week the Thinking Fellows talk about the Gospel. What is meant when we say the word "Gospel" and how does it relate to our earlier topics of Sin and Law? Sit back relax grab a drink and find out as Drs. Rosenbladt, Keith, and Francisco tackle these questions.
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Drs. Rosenbladt, Keith, and Francisco continue along the Loci to talk about the Law and its functions. Sit back grab a drink and enjoy a show about theology, history and apologetics.
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The Thinking Fellows premier episode. Drs. Rosenbladt, Keith, and Francisco follow the Loci Method to discuss the doctrine of sin.
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