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Jul 22, 2025 • 36min
The Way of the Cross – Dr. John Bombaro, 7/22/25 (2033)
Dr. John Bombaro of St. James Lutheran-Lafayette, IN What Christ Gave Up for Us
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Jul 22, 2025 • 22min
Social Darwinism and Scientific Racism – Joshua Pauling, 7/22/25 (2032)
Joshua Pauling, a classical educator and vicar, dives into the troubling history of social Darwinism and scientific racism. He connects the dots between Darwin's theories and the rise of racial hierarchies, explaining how pseudoscience shaped these harmful ideologies. Pauling highlights the dangerous legacy of eugenics and the grotesque public displays of humans meant to propagate superiority. He calls for Christians to reflect on early church teachings to foster unity and understand God's mission across diverse communities.

Jul 22, 2025 • 55min
Conspiracy Theories – Bryan Wolfmueller, 7/22/25 (2031)
Join Bryan Wolfmueller, Pastor of St. Paul Lutheran in Austin, as he explores the complex intertwining of conspiracy theories and Christian faith. He discusses how modern distrust in authority shapes community beliefs and the psychological draw of 'secret knowledge.' Wolfmueller warns against conspiracy theories acting as contemporary idolatry, pulling believers away from Christ. Delving into the dangers posed by ideas like flat Earth theories, he emphasizes the necessity of grounding faith in Scripture amid the noise of misinformation.

Jul 21, 2025 • 58min
Looking Forward to Sunday Morning (Three Year Lectionary): Seventh Sunday after Pentecost – Pr. Sean Daenzer, 7/21/25 (2021)
Pr. Sean Daenzer Director of Worship for the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod LCMS Worship
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Jul 21, 2025 • 57min
Myths About Lutheranism: Lutherans Are Really Roman Catholic – Bryan Wolfmueller, 7/21/25 (2022, Encore)
Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller leads St. Paul and Jesus Deaf Lutheran Churches in Austin, Texas. He challenges common myths that equate Lutheranism with Roman Catholicism, emphasizing significant theological distinctions in worship and doctrine. The conversation highlights the scriptural authority and unique beliefs that set Lutherans apart, delving into controversial views on papal authority. Wolfmueller also addresses historical rifts and encourages listeners to understand the core principles of grace and forgiveness within Lutheran thought.

Jul 18, 2025 • 1h 51min
Washington Roundtable – Mark and Mollie Hemingway, 7/18/25 (1991)
Mollie Hemingway of Fox News and Mark Hemingway of RealClearInvestigations Mollie Hemingway’s Federalist Articles Mark Hemingway’s Columns
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Jul 17, 2025 • 58min
The Hymn, “O Christ, Our True and Only Light” – Dr. Arthur Just, 7/17/25 (1981)
Dr. Arthur Just of Concordia Theological Seminary-Ft. Wayne, IN Heaven on Earth: The Gifts of Christ in the Divine Service Concordia Commentary: Luke 1:1-9:50 Concordia Commentary: Luke 9:50-24:53
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Jul 17, 2025 • 58min
Myths About Lutheranism: Lutherans Don’t Teach About Good Works – Bryan Wolfmueller, 7/17/25 (1982, Encore)
Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller of St. Paul Lutheran, Austin, TX Pr. Wolfmueller’s YouTube Channel Has American Christianity Failed?
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Jul 16, 2025 • 26min
Lutherans and Life Issues – Dr. Aric Fenske, 7/16/25 (1972)
Dr. Aric Fenske of Lutherans for Life Lutherans for Life
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Jul 16, 2025 • 28min
The Platforming of a Same-Sex Couple on a New TV Series from Chip and Joanna Gaines – Glenn Stanton, 7/16/25 (1971)
Glenn Stanton of Focus on the Family Chip and Joanna Gaines Platform Couple to ‘Normalize Same-Sex Families’
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