Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller

In this conversation, Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller, an insightful theologian and author from Austin, Texas, dives into the intricacies of resisting the devil. He discusses the evidence of evil in our world, emphasizing Jesus as the ultimate example of resisting temptation. Wolfmueller shares practical Scriptural tools for Christians, such as using God's Word and putting on the armor of God. He highlights how the fear of death empowers the devil and explains the communal struggle against spiritual warfare, encouraging believers to trust in Christ’s victory.

Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller, a theology content creator and leader at St. Paul Lutheran in Austin, discusses the essence of thanksgiving. He highlights how gratitude shifts focus from self to God’s past goodness, contrasting thanksgiving with anxiety as a form of spiritual warfare that brings peace. Wolfmueller explains the transformative power of thanksgiving, pointing out that it reflects a deep knowledge of God's gifts. He also addresses idolatry's roots in ingratitude and emphasizes how genuine thankfulness marks Christian distinctiveness in today’s culture.