

Thinking Fellows
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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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Feb 16, 2021 • 39min
The Sacrament of the Altar
As we continue through the Small Catechism, Luther provides questions and answers about the Lord's Supper. In a brief and simple format Luther answers the who, what, where, and why of The Sacrament of the Altar. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support the Show Shop 1517 The Small Catechism

Feb 9, 2021 • 38min
Confession and Absolution
The Thinking Fellows talk about Luther's breakdown and examples of confession in the Small Catechism. The conversation focuses on how confession is meant to be a means of comfort to Christians. Show Notes: Support the Show Shop at 1517

Feb 2, 2021 • 43min
Holy Baptism in the Small Catechism
Scott and Caleb move into the Catechism's explanations of the Means of Grace. Starting with Baptism, Luther follows Scripture to explain how God's Word and promises are delivered to us through ordinary means like water. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support 1517 The Small Catechism Online

Jan 26, 2021 • 41min
The Petitions of the Lord's Prayer
Scott, Caleb, and Rod read and discuss the petitions of the Lord's Prayer and Luther's explanations. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support the Show Being Dad The Small Catechism

Jan 19, 2021 • 44min
The Creed
Caleb, Scott, and Rod walk through the Apostles Creed and Luther's explanations. They also highlight the purpose and flow of the Small Catechism. Support the Show Outline of the Book of Concord

Jan 12, 2021 • 43min
The Second Table of the Law
Scott and Caleb continue to walk through Luther's Small Catechism. This time covering the 5th-10th commandments. In particular,they focus on how these commands affect your neighbor. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support the Show

Jan 5, 2021 • 44min
Introduction to the Small Catechism
Caleb, Scott, and Rod discuss the the context and introduction to Luther's Small Catechism. They examine the purpose, audience, and style of the catechism to explain why it remains a faithful tool to this day. Show Notes: Support 1517 Lange Outline

Dec 29, 2020 • 43min
Introduction to the Lutheran Confessions
Caleb and Scott begin the series on the Lutheran Confessions. Scott goes over the outline of the Book of Concord and gives a brief history of why each document was written. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support 1517 The Book of Concord

Dec 22, 2020 • 38min
Mall Santa
Caleb and Scott host a Christmas episode where they talk about Santa, magic, and Scott's graying beard. Is Santa a remotely helpful Christmas image? Can the guilt and commercialism be redeemed? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support 1517

Dec 15, 2020 • 45min
Christmas and Church Seasons
Scott, Caleb, and Dave Rufner discuss the place and purpose of Church seasons. How do holidays like Christmas and other liturgical points of importance serve the Christian? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support the Show


