Issues, Etc. Paths to Lutheranism: From Evangelicalism – Megan Bloedel, 10/28/25 (3013)
Oct 28, 2025
Megan Bloedel, co-host of the video podcast 'Let's Talk About It' and author, shares her heartfelt journey from American evangelicalism to confessional Lutheranism. She opens up about her doubts regarding sacraments and the profound impact of liturgical practices. Megan delves into the historical roots of sacramental views, the significance of baptism, and the importance of doctrinal unity. She encourages those wrestling with similar questions to engage deeply with Lutheran teachings and reflects on the beauty of her family's faith transition.
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Sacraments Expose Core Theology
- Sacraments reveal underlying theology because they are tangible expressions of beliefs about salvation and Christ.
- Megan realized doubts about sacraments reflected deeper questions about evangelical soteriology.
History Challenges Memorial Views
- Studying church history showed Megan that memorial-only views of the sacraments are relatively recent developments.
- That historical mismatch challenged her evangelical assumptions about baptism and the Lord's Supper.
Baptism As God's Action
- Megan found real presence in the Lord's Supper intuitive but struggled most with baptismal regeneration.
- Conversations with Lutheran pastors reframed baptism as God's saving action, not a human work.
