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Dec 4, 2025 • 57min
The Origins of the Sexual Revolution – Dr. Carl Trueman, 12/4/25 (3382, Encore)
Dr. Carl Trueman of Grove City College
The Rise and Triumph of the Modern SelfThe post The Origins of the Sexual Revolution – Dr. Carl Trueman, 12/4/25 (3382, Encore) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Dec 3, 2025 • 58min
Looking Forward to Sunday Morning (One Year Lectionary): Second Sunday of Advent – Dr. John Bombaro, 12/3/25 (3373)
Dr. John Bombaro of St. James Lutheran-Lafayette, IN
The post Looking Forward to Sunday Morning (One Year Lectionary): Second Sunday of Advent – Dr. John Bombaro, 12/3/25 (3373) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Dec 3, 2025 • 31min
Lutheranism and Tradition – Pr. Hans Fiene, 12/3/25 (3372)
Pr. Hans Fiene, Pastor of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church and creator of Lutheran Satire, dives into the role of tradition in Lutheranism. He explains how traditions can be helpful but must align with Scripture. Using examples like 'Silent Night,' he distinguishes good traditions from harmful ones, warning that time alone doesn't validate them. Fiene critiques historical church practices and highlights how Jesus judged traditions. He emphasizes that traditions should always reinforce a Christ-centered perspective, shedding light on their significance in theological discussions.

Dec 3, 2025 • 28min
A New York Times Article, “Orthodox Church Pews Are Overflowing with Converts” – Terry Mattingly, 12/3/25 (3371)
Terry Mattingly of Rational Sheep
Rational Sheep
Pop Goes Religion: Faith in Popular Culture
GetReligion.orgThe post A New York Times Article, “Orthodox Church Pews Are Overflowing with Converts” – Terry Mattingly, 12/3/25 (3371) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Dec 2, 2025 • 26min
Promoting Your Congregation’s Christmas Services – Pr. Christopher Jackson, 12/2/25 (3363)
Pr. Christopher Jackson of ChurchSEO.io
ChurchSEO.io
Pastor Jackson’s X Profile
Steal My Christmas Landing Page
Sample Christmas Landing Page
Church SEO.io NewsletterThe post Promoting Your Congregation’s Christmas Services – Pr. Christopher Jackson, 12/2/25 (3363) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Dec 2, 2025 • 31min
Responding to Listener Email and the Issues, Etc. Comment Line, 12/2/25 (3362)
Audio Open Lines
The post Responding to Listener Email and the Issues, Etc. Comment Line, 12/2/25 (3362) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Dec 2, 2025 • 57min
Looking Forward to Sunday Morning According to Luther’s Catechisms: Advent 2 – Pr. Peter Bender, 12/2/25 (3361)
Peter Bender of The Concordia Catechetical Academy
Concordia Catechetical AcademyThe post Looking Forward to Sunday Morning According to Luther’s Catechisms: Advent 2 – Pr. Peter Bender, 12/2/25 (3361) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Dec 1, 2025 • 48min
The Hymnal as a Devotional Resource, Part 2 – Pr. Will Weedon, 12/1/25 (3351)
Pr. Will Weedon, Host of The Word of the Lord Endures Forever
The Word of the Lord Endures Forever
Celebrating the Saints
Thank, Praise, Serve and Obey
See My Savior’s Hands
We Praise You O GodThe post The Hymnal as a Devotional Resource, Part 2 – Pr. Will Weedon, 12/1/25 (3351) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Dec 1, 2025 • 58min
What Is Your Favorite Advent Hymn, and Why? 12/1/25 (3353)
The post What Is Your Favorite Advent Hymn, and Why? 12/1/25 (3353) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Dec 1, 2025 • 10min
A New Study on Post-Abortion Distress – Dr. Michael New, 12/1/25 (3352)
Dr. Michael New of the Charlotte Lozier Institute
Michael New’s Articles at National Review
The Charlotte Lozier InstituteThe post A New Study on Post-Abortion Distress – Dr. Michael New, 12/1/25 (3352) first appeared on Issues, Etc..


