Pr. Jonathan Conner of Zion Lutheran-Manning, IA Pastor Conner’s BlogThe post Kids Have Questions, Part 40 – Pr. Jonathan Conner, 3/7/25 (0663) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Pr. Joshua Schooping of St. John’s Lutheran-Russellville, AR Pastor Schooping’s YouTube ChannelThe post Eastern Orthodoxy, Part 4 – Pr. Joshua Schooping, 3/7/25 (0662) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Glenn Stanton of Focus on the Family Anyone Who Calls A Man A Woman Immediately Erases His Own CredibilityThe post Gender Ideology Deception – Glenn Stanton, 3/7/25 (0661) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller, a theological author and leader of two Lutheran churches in Austin, delves into common misconceptions about Lutheranism. He passionately argues that Lutheran beliefs, especially on baptism and the Lord's Supper, are deeply rooted in divine logic, challenging the notion of their illogicality. Wolfmueller emphasizes the significance of understanding faith without solely relying on human reasoning, urging listeners to trust in God's promises over intellectual doubts. This engaging discussion highlights the beauty of faith that transcends logic.

Dr. Jordan Cooper, the Executive Director of Just and Sinner and a professor of systematic theology, shares his insights on the Epistle of James and its complex relationship with the doctrine of faith alone. He skillfully navigates the tension between faith and works, reconciling the perspectives of Paul and James. The discussion highlights the dangers of hypocrisy, the importance of genuine action stemming from faith, and the significance of accurately interpreting scripture within Lutheran theology. This engaging talk offers a fresh look at faith's role in contemporary Christian life.

Pr. Ted Giese of Mount Olive Lutheran-Regina, Saskatchewan Pr. Giese’s Movie ReviewsThe post A Review of the 97th Academy Awards – Pr. Ted Giese, 3/6/25 (0651) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Terry Mattingly of Rational Sheep Rational Sheep Pop Goes Religion: Faith in Popular Culture GetReligion.orgThe post Obituaries for Lutheran Historian Martin Marty – Terry Mattingly, 3/5/25 (0644) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Dr. Harold Senkbeil, author of “Dying to Live” Dying to Live Doxology: The Lutheran Center for Spiritual Care and CounselThe post Sanctification, Part 4 – Pr. Harold Senkbeil, 3/5/25 (0643) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Pr. David Petersen of Gottesdienst: The Journal of Lutheran Liturgy The Countenance of the Lord on the Face of the Pastor: Leading Volunteers Pastoral Leadership: An Army Marches On Its Stomach God With Us Gottesdienst: The Journal of Lutheran Liturgy.The post Biblical Leadership, Part 2 – Pr. David Petersen, 3/5/25 (0642) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Lyman Stone of the Institute for Family Studies Are Lutherans Growing? Shrinking? Liberal? Conservative? Three Surveys Disagree Institute for Family StudiesThe post Recent Religious Surveys and Lutheran Beliefs- Lyman Stone, 3/5/25 (0641) first appeared on Issues, Etc..