Ben Ball
Senior pastor at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hamel, Illinois, and second vice president of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. Author of a column for the Lutheran Witness magazine titled Uprooting False Doctrine in 1857.
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May 15, 2025 • 27min
How the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Dealt with False End-Times Teaching – Pr. Ben Ball, 5/15/25 (1352)
Pr. Ben Ball is the senior pastor at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Hamel, Illinois, and a vice president of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. He discusses the church's historical battle against false end-times teachings, emphasizing the need for doctrinal integrity. The podcast highlights key figures and challenges faced by early Lutheran ministers in Southern Illinois, delves into controversies over Kiliasm, and recounts the journey of reconciliation for those who strayed from true teachings, reinforcing the importance of maintaining sound doctrine for spiritual guidance.
Mar 10, 2025 • 1h 45min
Rev. Ben Ball: Why More Young Lutherans Are Identifying As “Traditional”
Rev. Ben Ball, Second Vice President of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, shares his insights from years of pastoral leadership. He discusses the revival of traditional Lutheran values, emphasizing the significance of liturgical practices in faith formation. The conversation explores the impact of mentorship and discipline in nurturing future church leaders. Ball also reflects on the church's response to crises, such as 9/11, highlighting the role of community and friendships in ministry. This episode delves deeply into faith, leadership, and the importance of maintaining doctrinal fidelity.
