

Thinking Fellows
1517 Podcasts
The Thinking Fellows is a 45-minute podcast about theology, philosophy, Christian history, and apologetics. It is hosted by Scott Keith, Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, and Bruce Hilman. The Thinking Fellows bring high-level subject matters to fun and insightful lay-level conversations each week.
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Apr 27, 2021 • 39min
Thou Shalt Not Covet
Caleb, Scott, and John wrap up the section on the Ten Commandments in the Large Catechism. What does it mean to covet? What do God's commands produce? Show Notes: Support the Show The Large Catechism 1517 Events

Apr 20, 2021 • 38min
Thou Shalt Not Steal
Scott, Caleb, and John discuss Luther's extended commentary on the seventh and eight commandments. Luther takes particular care to give broad vocational examples of theft and false witness. Show Notes: Support the Show The Large Catechism

Apr 14, 2021 • 41min
Thou Shalt Not Murder
Caleb, Scott, and Adam continue their walk through Luther's Large Catechism. They examine the difference between just use of the sword and murder. They close with Luther's framing of marriage and chastity in the sixth commandment. Show Notes - Support the show - 1517 podcasts

Apr 6, 2021 • 41min
Remember the Sabbath
They discuss the importance of setting apart a day for rest and worship and the distinction between commandments. They explore Luther's concept of the three estates and the significance of parental authority in shaping a child's perception. They also touch on the consequences of disobedience and the impact of Islam on the three estates doctrine.

Mar 30, 2021 • 42min
In Defense of Christian Ritual
Scott, Caleb, and Adam are joined by David Andersen and Ed Killian to talk about David's book, In Defense of Christian Ritual. David makes the case for Word and Sacrament worship and the construction of worship around proclamation. Show Notes: Support the Show In Defense of Christian Ritual In Defense of Christian Ritual (Amazon)

Mar 23, 2021 • 52min
What Does It Mean To Have a God?
Scott and Caleb look over the first and second commandments and their explanation in Martin Luther's Large Catechism. In his expanded answers, Luther highlights many examples of violations of these commands. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Support the Show The Large Catechism 1517 Podcasts

Mar 16, 2021 • 50min
Introduction to the Large Catechism
John Hoyum and Philip Bartelt join Caleb to discuss the preface to Martin Luther's Large Catechism. They talk about the Large Catechism, its context, and audience and why more than pastors and the theologically educated should use it. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support the Show The Small Catechism a Manual for Discipleship The Large Catechism

Mar 9, 2021 • 42min
Q&A: Lewis, Tolkien, and Hearing the Gospel
Caleb and Scott take some time to answer listener questions. What kinds of Christian themes are present in the writings of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien? How do I help my wife cling to the Gospel alone? What translations are good translations of the Bible? Sit back relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support the Show The Chronicles of Narnia The Lord of the Rings ESV Bible online

Mar 2, 2021 • 40min
Christian Questions and Answers
Caleb, Scott, and Rod go through the Christian Questions and Answers section of the Small Catechism. Written by Martin Luther after the original publication of the Catechism, these questions are intended for those receiving the Lord's Supper. Show Notes: Support 1517 The Small Catechism

Feb 23, 2021 • 60min
Daily Prayers and Table Duties
Caleb, Scott, and Rod read and discuss Luther's daily prayers out of the Small Catechism. This is followed by a walkthrough of the Table of Duties. Show Notes: Support the Show Small Catechism


