John Hoyum joins Caleb Keith to answer some listener questions. The first question is about using quotes attributed to Luther that are apocryphal. The final question revolves around how the Biblical canon was formed and why the Lutheran Confessions don't list the books of the Bible. Support the Show 1517 Contributors  HWSS Las Vegas

Caleb and Scott answer two listener questions. The first question is about addressing or using worldviews as a methodology for engaging culture as a Christian. The second question is about the lack of time spent discussing Philip Melanchthon in Lutheran churches. Support the Show 1517 Podcast Sermon by Bob Hiller Meeting Melanchthon

Caleb and Scott take a break from the Book of Concord to address listener comments and questions. First, they responded to comments about vocation and damnation. Then they close the show with a discussion about mortifying your sin. Support the Show 1517 Podcasts HWSS Las Vegas

On this episode, Caleb and Scott complete their comments on the Augsburg Confession and the Apology. These final articles are not positive statements from the Reformers, but refutations of abusive practices conducted by the Roman Catholic Church.  Support the Show 1517 Podcasts  HWSS LAS VEGAS

Caleb Keith is joined by John Hoyum to discuss articles 20 and 21 of the Augsburg Confession and Apology. In these articles the evangelicals make a confession about the nature of good works and condemn the invocation of saints in prayer.  Support the Show 1517 Podcasts HWSS LAS VEGAS

Caleb and Scott discuss free will, the fall into sin, and human reason. Article 18 of the Augsburg Confession outlines how human reason differs from free will. How is it that you can make good rational choices while still bound to sin? Support the Show 1517 Podcasts 

Caleb and Scott talk about article 16 of the Augsburg Confession. This article highlights not only obedience to civil authority but the freedom to participate in civil offices and process. Article 16 provides a vocational outline for living in society. Support the Show 1517 Podcasts 1517 Music HWSS Las Vegas

Scott Keith is joined by Jim Nestingen to discuss church traditions and their uses. Should the church retain old traditions? Is there a point where a specific tradition should be removed? Support the Show 1517 Podcasts

Scott and Caleb continue to talk about the Augsburg confession and the Apology. This time, they discuss how the church functions with proper rites and ceremonies. Lastly, the Fellows discuss the significance of calling pastors. Support the Show Rate the Show on Apple Podcasts 

The Augsburg Confession is clear; the aim or purpose of repentance is the application of Christ to the sinner. In articles 11 and 12 of the Augsburg Confession and the Apology, the Lutherans took a stand on the declarative forgiveness of sin.  Support the Show The Christ Key