
On The Line
OTL is the Lutheran, Long-Form podcast that engages Theology and Culture. New Episodes Every Monday!
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Feb 24, 2025 โข 2h 31min
Rev. Daniel Broaddus: Mind-Blowing Discussion on The Bible
๐ง Welcome to Episode 62 of the On The Line Podcast! ๐ง๐ Stay Connected with Us!Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates: https://www.instagram.com/otl_podcast_Join our Facebook community to engage with other listeners: https://www.facebook.com/onthelinepod๐ A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors:This episode is brought to you by:Trinity Lutheran Waconia: A Local Chuch With A Global Mission. Discover more about their mission at https://trinitywaconia.org/LCEF: Empowering Lutheran ministries with financial and leadership support. Learn how you can be part of their mission at https://lcef.org/๐๏ธ Listen to Us On Other Platforms:Can't get enough of On The Line? Find us on your favorite podcast platform through our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/otl_podcast_๐ Donโt forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and hit the bell icon so you never miss an episode!โ๏ธ We Love Hearing from You!Leave a comment below sharing your thoughts on today's episode or suggest topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.๐ฃ Share the Love:Enjoyed the episode? Share it with your friends and help our community grow!Thank you for tuning in and supporting the On The Line Podcast. Until next time, stay connected, and keep the conversations going!Send us a text

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Feb 17, 2025 โข 1h 37min
Rolf Preus: Catholics & Lutherans on Justification, Sanctification, & Atonement
In this engaging discussion, Rolf Preus, a seasoned theologian known for his extensive teaching and writing, delves into key themes distinguishing Lutheran and Roman Catholic beliefs. He explores concepts like justification, emphasizing the transformative relationship individuals can have with God. Preus candidly shares personal anecdotes on parenting, highlighting the balance of discipline and love. The conversation also touches on the tension between glory and suffering in faith, while examining the historical debates over atonement and the importance of clear theological communication.

Feb 10, 2025 โข 1h 36min
Sean Daenzer: The History of Music & Liturgy in The Church
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Feb 3, 2025 โข 2h 33min
Rev. David Buchs: How Christianity Changes You
๐ง Welcome to Episode 59 of the On The Line Podcast! ๐ง๐ Stay Connected with Us!Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates: https://www.instagram.com/otl_podcast_Join our Facebook community to engage with other listeners: https://www.facebook.com/onthelinepod๐ A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors:This episode is brought to you by:Trinity Lutheran Waconia: A Local Chuch With A Global Mission. Discover more about their mission at https://trinitywaconia.org/LCEF: Empowering Lutheran ministries with financial and leadership support. Learn how you can be part of their mission at https://lcef.org/๐๏ธ Listen to Us On Other Platforms:Can't get enough of On The Line? Find us on your favorite podcast platform through our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/otl_podcast_๐ Donโt forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and hit the bell icon so you never miss an episode!โ๏ธ We Love Hearing from You!Leave a comment below sharing your thoughts on today's episode or suggest topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.๐ฃ Share the Love:Enjoyed the episode? Share it with your friends and help our community grow!Thank you for tuning in and supporting the On The Line Podcast. Until next time, stay connected, and keep the conversations going!Send us a text

Jan 27, 2025 โข 1h 56min
Dr. Robert Kolb: The Real Story of Martin Luther & The Reformation
๐ง Welcome to Episode 58 of the On The Line Podcast! ๐งDr. Robert Kolb is a renowned Lutheran theologian and professor emeritus at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, where he served as a missions professor and director of the Institute for Mission Studies. A leading expert on Martin Luther and Reformation theology, he has authored or edited numerous influential works, including co-editing the 2000 edition of "The Book of Concord." Dr. Kolb's life work has been dedicated to helping Christians understand Luther's teaching and their significance for the Church today.๐ Stay Connected with Us!Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates: https://www.instagram.com/otl_podcast_Join our Facebook community to engage with other listeners: https://www.facebook.com/onthelinepod๐ A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors:This episode is brought to you by:Trinity Lutheran Waconia: A Local Chuch With A Global Mission. Discover more about their mission at https://trinitywaconia.org/LCEF: Empowering Lutheran ministries with financial and leadership support. Learn how you can be part of their mission at https://lcef.org/๐๏ธ Listen to Us On Other Platforms:Can't get enough of On The Line? Find us on your favorite podcast platform through our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/otl_podcast_๐ Donโt forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and hit the bell icon so you never miss an episode!โ๏ธ We Love Hearing from You!Leave a comment below sharing your thoughts on today's episode or suggest topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.๐ฃ Share the Love:Enjoyed the episode? Share it with your friends and help our community grow!Thank you for tuning in and supporting the On The Line Podcast. Until next time, stay connected, and keep the conversations going!Send us a text

Jan 20, 2025 โข 1h 26min
Rev. James May: Voodoo, Greed, & Other Challenges to the Church's Mission in Africa
๐ง Welcome to Episode 57 of the On The Line Podcast! ๐ง๐ Stay Connected with Us!Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates: https://www.instagram.com/otl_podcast_Join our Facebook community to engage with other listeners: https://www.facebook.com/onthelinepod๐ A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors:This episode is brought to you by:Trinity Lutheran Waconia: A Local Chuch With A Global Mission. Discover more about their mission at https://trinitywaconia.org/LCEF: Empowering Lutheran ministries with financial and leadership support. Learn how you can be part of their mission at https://lcef.org/๐๏ธ Listen to Us On Other Platforms:Can't get enough of On The Line? Find us on your favorite podcast platform through our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/otl_podcast_๐ Donโt forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and hit the bell icon so you never miss an episode!โ๏ธ We Love Hearing from You!Leave a comment below sharing your thoughts on today's episode or suggest topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.๐ฃ Share the Love:Enjoyed the episode? Share it with your friends and help our community grow!Thank you for tuning in and supporting the On The Line Podcast. Until next time, stay connected, and keep the conversations going!Send us a text

Jan 13, 2025 โข 2h 7min
Rev. Rolf Preus: Seminex & The History of Controversy in American Lutheranism
๐ง Welcome to Episode 56 of the On The Line Podcast! ๐ง๐ Stay Connected with Us!Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates: https://www.instagram.com/otl_podcast_Join our Facebook community to engage with other listeners: https://www.facebook.com/onthelinepod๐ A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors:This episode is brought to you by:Trinity Lutheran Waconia: A Local Chuch With A Global Mission. Discover more about their mission at https://trinitywaconia.org/LCEF: Empowering Lutheran ministries with financial and leadership support. Learn how you can be part of their mission at https://lcef.org/๐๏ธ Listen to Us On Other Platforms:Can't get enough of On The Line? Find us on your favorite podcast platform through our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/otl_podcast_๐ Donโt forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and hit the bell icon so you never miss an episode!โ๏ธ We Love Hearing from You!Leave a comment below sharing your thoughts on today's episode or suggest topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.๐ฃ Share the Love:Enjoyed the episode? Share it with your friends and help our community grow!Thank you for tuning in and supporting the On The Line Podcast. Until next time, stay connected, and keep the conversations going!Send us a text

Jan 6, 2025 โข 2h 13min
Dr. Scott Keith, Executive Director of 1517: Masculinity, Fatherhood, and the Origins of 1517
๐ง Welcome to Episode 55 of the On The Line Podcast! ๐งScott Keith is the Executive Director of 1517. He is a co-host of The Thinking Fellows Podcast and a contributor to 1517 and Christ Hold Fast. He is also the author of "Being Dad: Father as a Picture of God's Grace." He earned his doctorate from Foundation House Oxford, under the sponsorship of the Graduate Theological Foundation, studying under Dr. James A. Nestingen.๐ Stay Connected with Us!Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates: https://www.instagram.com/otl_podcast_Join our Facebook community to engage with other listeners: https://www.facebook.com/onthelinepod๐ A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors:This episode is brought to you by:Trinity Lutheran Waconia: A Local Chuch With A Global Mission. Discover more about their mission at https://trinitywaconia.org/LCEF: Empowering Lutheran ministries with financial and leadership support. Learn how you can be part of their mission at https://lcef.org/๐๏ธ Listen to Us On Other Platforms:Can't get enough of On The Line? Find us on your favorite podcast platform through our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/otl_podcast_๐ Donโt forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and hit the bell icon so you never miss an episode!โ๏ธ We Love Hearing from You!Leave a comment below sharing your thoughts on today's episode or suggest topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.๐ฃ Share the Love:Enjoyed the episode? Share it with your friends and help our community grow!Thank you for tuning in and supporting the On The Line Podcast. Until next time, stay connected, and keep the conversations going!Send us a text

Dec 30, 2024 โข 2h 20min
Josh Arndt: Carnivore Diet, Physical Health, & Spiritual Discipline
๐ง Welcome to Episode 54 of the On The Line Podcast! ๐งWe sit down with Joshua Arndt to explore the art of discipline in various areas of life. From physical fitness and the benefits of sandbag training to the carnivore diet and its impact on health, we discuss how intentional practices shape our physical and spiritual well-being. Josh shares insights on how discipline, accountability, and striving toward godly living build resilience and maturity.Joshua is a pastor and expert in self-discipline. Born blind, he has mastered the art of perseverance and determination.๐ Stay Connected with Us!Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates: https://www.instagram.com/otl_podcast_Join our Facebook community to engage with other listeners: https://www.facebook.com/onthelinepod๐ A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors:This episode is brought to you by:Trinity Lutheran Waconia: A Local Chuch With A Global Mission. Discover more about their mission at https://trinitywaconia.org/LCEF: Empowering Lutheran ministries with financial and leadership support. Learn how you can be part of their mission at https://lcef.org/๐๏ธ Listen to Us On Other Platforms:Can't get enough of On The Line? Find us on your favorite podcast platform through our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/otl_podcast_๐ Donโt forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and hit the bell icon so you never miss an episode!โ๏ธ We Love Hearing from You!Leave a comment below sharing your thoughts on today's episode or suggest topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.๐ฃ Share the Love:Enjoyed the episode? Share it with your friends and help our community grow!Thank you for tuning in and supporting the On The Line Podcast. Until next time, stay connected, and keep the conversations going!Send us a text

Dec 16, 2024 โข 1h 29min
Dr. Bryan Wolfmueller: Evangelicals vs. Catholicism vs. Lutheranism in America
๐ง Welcome to Episode 53 of the On The Line Podcast! ๐งDr. Bryan Wolfmueller is a Lutheran pastor, author, and LCMS speaker known for his engaging teaching style and theological depth. He has written books such as "Has American Christianity Failed?" and "A Martyrโs Faith in a Faithless World," which critique American evangelicalism and emphasize the distinctiveness of Lutheran theology. As a passionate advocate for catechesis, preaching, and teaching, he highlights the importance of the Lutheran Confessions and biblical teaching in understanding faith and life. Dr. Wolfmueller has a strong online presence through YouTube videos and podcasts, addressing topics like law and gospel, vocation, and the means of grace. He frequently explores the intersection of faith and modern culture, offering practical insights for Christians navigating contemporary challenges. His work aims to equip Christians with a clear understanding of Lutheran theology and its application to everyday life.๐ Stay Connected with Us!Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates: https://www.instagram.com/otl_podcast_Join our Facebook community to engage with other listeners: https://www.facebook.com/onthelinepod๐ A Special Thank You to Our Sponsors:This episode is brought to you by:Trinity Lutheran Waconia: A Local Chuch With A Global Mission. Discover more about their mission at https://trinitywaconia.org/LCEF: Empowering Lutheran ministries with financial and leadership support. Learn how you can be part of their mission at https://lcef.org/๐๏ธ Listen to Us On Other Platforms:Can't get enough of On The Line? Find us on your favorite podcast platform through our Linktree: https://linktr.ee/otl_podcast_๐ Donโt forget to subscribe to our YouTube channel and hit the bell icon so you never miss an episode!โ๏ธ We Love Hearing from You!Leave a comment below sharing your thoughts on today's episode or suggest topics you'd like us to cover in future episodes.๐ฃ Share the Love:Enjoyed the episode? Share it with your friends and help our community grow!Thank you for tuning in and supporting the On The Line Podcast. Until next time, stay connected, and keep the conversations going!Send us a text