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Mentioned in 16 episodes

Bonhoeffer

Pastor, Martyr, Prophet, Spy

Book • 2014

This biography by Eric Metaxas explores the life of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a German pastor and theologian who actively resisted the Nazi regime.

The book delves into Bonhoeffer's decision to leave the safety of America to return to Germany, his involvement in the Valkyrie plot to assassinate Hitler, and his efforts in 'Operation 7' to smuggle Jews into neutral Switzerland.

Metaxas uses previously unavailable documents, including personal letters and journal entries, to provide a comprehensive and vivid account of Bonhoeffer's life, emphasizing his commitment to his faith and his radical stance against evil.

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Mentioned in 16 episodes

Mentioned by

Eric Metaxas

in the context of his own book, 'A Letter to the American Church'.

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371. A Podcast Full of Inflammatory Things | Eric Metaxas

Mentioned by

Preston Sprinkle

as a widely read and well-written book on Bonhoeffer, although not always accurate.

45 snips

Who Really Was Dietrich Bonhoeffer? Dr. Mark Thiessen Nation

Mentioned by

Eric Metaxas

, who wrote a book about him, as a hero of the faith in the context of totalitarian regimes.

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Tyranny is Here. The Church In America Must Fight (Eric Metaxas) | Ep. 536

Mentioned by

Megyn Kelly

when discussing movies produced by Angel Studios.

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Clooney Lectures About Journalism, and Dems Lean on Bernie and AOC, with Ben Shapiro and Stephen A. Smith | Ep. 1033

Mentioned by

Peter Wehner

as an example of people who spoke out when it was difficult to do so.

24 snips

Evangelicals Abandon PEPFAR, Churches Endorse Politicians, and the ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Hurts the Poor

Mentioned by the podcast host in relation to

Stephen Haynes

's book, "The Battle for Bonhoeffer."

22 snips

Setting the Table in the Midst of Nazis

Mentioned by

Larry Arnn

as one of the great books of our time.

17 snips

Larry Arnn: The Progressive Assault on the American Idea

Recommended by

John "Jimmy" Duncan

to illustrate the dangers of extreme inflation, referencing Germany's experience in the 1920s.

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Ep. 2628 America First Means America First

Mentioned by

Eric Metaxas

as a book he wrote, in which he quotes Heinrich Heine.

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Eric Metaxas and Robert George discuss Professor George's new book: Seeking Truth and Speaking Truth

Mentioned by

Greg Koukl

as the author of a biography on Dietrich Bonhoeffer.

13 snips

Science Can’t Disprove the Virgin Birth

Mentioned by

Sean McDowell

in the context of discussing shifts in evangelicalism and cultural engagement.

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Christians and Preferred Pronouns: Is it Biblical? (with Preston Sprinkle)

Mentioned by

Dave Lomas

as someone who observed that humanity is in a constant struggle for dominance.

Jesus Teaches: Power & Service

Mentioned by

Tripp

Fuller and

Todd Komarnicki

throughout the podcast, discussing the making of a film about his life and legacy.

Todd Komarnicki: Director of the Bonhoeffer Film

Mentioned by

Dr. Gifford

as someone whose dissertation explored the importance of the body of Christ.

How to Renew Your Mind: Biblical Keys to Christian Transformation | Dr. Gifford and Jonny Ardavanis

Mentioned by

Sean McDowell

when discussing the book's foreword by Tim Keller, highlighting the shift in evangelicalism.

Full DIALOGUE: LGBTQ Issues Dividing the Church - Preston Sprinkle

Critiqued by

Tripp Fuller

and

Stephen Haynes

for its portrayal of Bonhoeffer.

Stephen Haynes: the Battle for Bonhoeffer

Mentioned by

Eric Metaxas

in the context of his book on Bonhoeffer, highlighting Bonhoeffer's call for the church to actively resist evil.

Letter to the American Church w/ Eric Metaxas

Mentioned by

Bill Smead

as an intense book about Dietrich Bonhoeffer.

The Smead Book List - Spring 2025

Mentioned by

Kyle Thompson

as a source of information about Dietrich Bonhoeffer.

TODD KOMARNICKI | Bringing Bonhoeffer to the Big Screen (Ep. 678)

Mentioned by

Eric Metaxas

on the 80th anniversary of his death, highlighting his courage in opposing Hitler.

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