This is a show about thoughts on how to live life in a God pleasing way. We will tackle real events, hopefully find real ways to live a Christian life in those events.
Love and Law ExplainedWe cover the first part of Article V(III) of the Apology of the Augsburg Confession "Love and Fulfilling the Law"
Living Justified – The Practical Impact of JustificationSegment 1: The Comfort of Justification Assurance of salvation – no dependence on our worksComfort in Christ's completed work on the cross (John 19:30)Personal peace knowing justification is secure (Romans 5:1)Segment 2: Justification and Our Relationships How justification transforms our relationships: humility, forgiveness, and reconciliationPractical examples: forgiving as we have been forgiven (Colossians 3:13)Building church communities centered on grace, not legalismSegment 3: Responding to Challenges and Objections Addressing the accusation that justification promotes sinfulness (Romans 6:1-4)Maintaining balance between freedom and responsibilityHow justification shapes our approach to evangelism and witnessingSegment 4: Justification in Daily Life and Decision-MakingExamples of living justified in vocation, work, and personal ethicsEncouraging grace-centered rather than performance-driven livingFreedom from guilt and performance anxiety in daily tasksQuestions for Application and ReflectionWhat areas of your life might change if you more deeply embraced the truth of justification by grace?How can understanding justification help you handle failure and success in daily life?
Understanding Justification – The Heart of the GospelSegment 1: Historical Context Background: Reformation context, why justification became centralPhilip Melanchthon's defense against Roman Catholic misunderstandingsBrief comparison: Lutheran view vs. Catholic viewSegment 2: The Lutheran Definition of JustificationJustification by grace through faith alone (Ephesians 2:8-9)Key biblical passages: Romans 3:21-28, Romans 4:1-8Christ's righteousness credited to believersThe role of faith as the means (instrument) of receiving justificationSegment 3: Common Misunderstandings and Clarifications Misinterpretations of faith as a workDistinction between justification and sanctificationRole of good works in a justified believer's life (Ephesians 2:10)Questions for Application and Reflection How does understanding justification by faith alone impact your daily Christian living?Why is it important to maintain the distinction between justification and sanctification in your faith life?Wrap-Up and Preview of Next Episode
Pastor Will Harley are back to apologize for what we believe, but we're not sorry. We introduce the Apology of the Augsburg Confession, and go through Articles I-III (God, Original Sin, and Christ)
Recast of episode aired 1-13-2021We don't want to pour more fuel in the fire that surrounds us today. But, it needs to be said that Christians are called to interact with the government and society in a vastly different way. Today we welcome back Don and discuss the joys of living our vocations as called children of God through Jesus. What does that mean for us in this changing society?
Recast of an episode aired 12-18-2020.Today, Will, talks about Article 15, 21, 24 of the Augsburg Confession. This means we get the opportunity to talk about Church Rites, Saints, and the Mass. Hopefully, this will answer some of your questions about any of those topics.
Recast of an episode aired 12-11-2020Today Will talks about the importance of confession and absolution. What a great time to see what our Savior Jesus has done for us and how we can share that with someone who really needs to hear that their sins are gone, they are forgiven. Join us for the conversation.
Recast of an episode aired 12-4-2020Today, Will talks about Church. What is the mark of the church? What is the difference between the visible church and the invisible church? Well if you ever wondered why certain things in Lutheran churches remain the same or why we don't have fellowship with other church bodies that believe differently. This is where it all begins. Let's talk about the church.
Recast of an episode aired 11-20-2020 Today we talk about how Good Works flow from the faith worked in us by the Holy Spirit. We don't get in depth in examples because...well... we want to leave some of that for you to figure out. But we do discuss article 6 and 20 of the Augsburg Confession. Join us for the conversation.
recast of an episode aired 11-2-2020 We talk today about the life blood of the Church. The Sacraments are the very heart of the Church and their use are vital to her people. Join the conversation as we continue to talk about the Augsburg Confession.
recast of an episode aired 10-26-2020 Don and Will talk today about many portions of the Confessions. Yet, they all blend together. We get alittle goofy, but that is part of the fun in discussing. Join the conversation.
Recast of an episode aired 10-16-2020 Today, Don and Will talk about the Biblical confession of who Jesus Christ is. We discuss some insights into what he has done to save us from our sins and ourselves. We also talk about the saints, those believers now with the Lord. Join us as we continue our look at the Unaltered Augsburg Confession.
recast of an episode aired 9-28-2020 We all have it. We all are born with it. Original Sin is the topic for today and boy do we have a good conversation about it. Join us as we talk about Original Sin and more important Jesus Christ.
recast of an episode aired 9-27-2020 How do you explain the Trinity? That is a great question and Don and Will don't come close to answering it. But they do have a great discussion as they tackle the first Article of the Augsburg Confession. Join the conversation, grab your copy of the Augsburg Confession or find the online source here https://bookofconcord.org/augsburg-confession/
Recast of an earlier episode aired 9-14-2020 We look at the history that built the foundation of Augsburg Confession. Join the conversation with us as we begin talking about this Confession of the Lutheran Faith and the laypeople who joined to defend the Gospel of the Christ.
We are back! We're reading through the Book of Concord bit by bit. Today is the Large Catechism's take on Holy Communion https://bookofconcord.org/large-catechism/sacrament-of-the-altar/
We are back! We're reading through the Book of Concord bit by bit. Today is the Large Catechism's take on the Baptism .https://bookofconcord.org/large-catec...
Our takeaway's from the Luther's Large explanation of the Lord's Prayer
Our takeaway's from the Luther's Large explanation of the Apostle's Creed.
We go through the rest of the large catechism. our next show is January 9th.
We take you through the first part of the Large Catechism.
Two texts, two pastors! Join us as we take you beyond the sermon into the little nuggets we found in the texts we preached on the previous Sunday
Pastor Harley and Pastor Ruddat introduce you to the Book of Concord
Pastor Ruddat and Pastor Harley go beyond the sermon they preached. This week they both had the same text.
Pastor Dave Ruddat and Pastor Will Harley have a lighthearted episode where we list our top 5 things we are thankful for in 2024. What are the top five things (besides Jesus and sweater vests) you are thankful for in 2024?
Pastor Harley is celebratin' Christ the King, and Pastor Ruddat is celebratin' the end of the world. Two different series of readings from two different (some might VERY different) pastors to close out the Church year.
Join us as we explore issues that become concerns for many of our congregations today: 1. Use of Law and Gospel 2. Using the Means of Grace 3. Congregational structures and forms of ministry 4. Elder work in the congregation 5. Stewardship
WELS pastors take you behind the scenes as they recap their sermons and all the little details they didn't cover! Bring your questions!
Join us as we explore issues that become concerns for many of our congregations today: 1. Use of Law and Gospel 2. Using the Means of Grace 3. Congregational structures and forms of ministry 4. Elder work in the congregation 5. Stewardship
Join us as we explore issues that become concerns for many of our congregations today: 1. Use of Law and Gospel 2. Using the Means of Grace 3. Congregational structures and forms of ministry 4. Elder work in the congregation 5. Stewardship 6. Worship 7. Leadership 8. Evangelism
Join us as we explore issues that become concerns for many of our congregations today: 1. Use of Law and Gospel 2. Using the Means of Grace 3. Congregational structures and forms of ministry 4. Elder work in the congregation 5. Stewardship 6. Worship 7. Leadership 8. Evangelism
Join us as we explore issues that become concerns for many of our congregations today: - Use of Law and Gospel - Using the Means of Grace - Congregational structures and forms of ministry - Elder work in the congregation - Stewardship - Worship - Leadership - Evangelism
WELS pastors take you behind the scenes as they recap their sermons and all the little details they didn't cover! Bring your questions!
WELS pastors take you behind the scenes as they recap their sermons and all the little details they didn't cover! Bring your questions!
WELS pastors take you behind the scenes as they recap their sermons and all the little details they didn't cover! Bring your questions!
Pastor Will Harley says, "BACK IN THE SADDLE AGAIN!" Pastor Dave Ruddat growls something in pirate talk (as it's national pirate day). Both are excited to be back for another season of Casting Nets! Today's topic: Free speech in the light of the Eighth commandment
WELS pastors take you behind the scenes as they recap their sermons and all the little details they didn't cover! Bring your questions! Today is 1 Kings 19:21-39 and Ephesians 6:10-18 Pentecost 19B!
WELS pastors take you behind the scenes as they recap their sermons and all the little details they didn't cover! Bring your questions! Today is Mark 7:31-37 and Acts 3:1-10 Pentecost 18B!
WELS pastors take you behind the scenes as they recap their sermons and all the little details they didn't cover! Bring your questions! Today is Romans 9:30-10:4
WELS pastors take you behind the scenes as they recap their sermons and all the little details they didn't cover! Bring your questions! Today is John 6:51-69
WELS pastors take you behind the scenes as they recap their sermons and all the little details they didn't cover! Bring your questions! Today is John 6:35-51
WELS pastors take you behind the scenes as they recap their sermons and all the little details they didn't cover! Bring your questions! Today is John 6:24-35
WELS pastors take you behind the scenes as they recap their sermons and all the little details they didn't cover! Bring your questions! Today is Mark 6:45-56.
WELS pastors take you behind the scenes as they recap their sermons and all the little details they didn't cover! Bring your questions! Today is Mark 6:45-56.
WELS pastors take you behind the scenes as they recap their sermons and all the little details they didn't cover! Bring your questions! Today is Mark 6:30-34
Reverend Beard and Pastor Harley as go through Titus and Mark 6:7-13
Reverend Beard is back and joins Pastor Endorf and Pastor Harley as they go over Lamentations and Mark.
Pastor Endorf and Pastor Harley revisit last Sunday's Gospel Lesson.
Pastor Harley and Pastor Endorf talk about the Gospel lesson for Pentecost 2, Mark 2:23-3:6.
Our season finale needs a "Princess Bride" quote! "Marriage is what brings us together today!" Three pastors bring their best marriage advice and tools they have found useful. Join in the conversation this Thursday at 10:30am!
Pastor Harley talks about his sermon on Isaiah 6:1-8 and Pastor Endorf and Pastor Ruddat talk about their sermons on Romans 8:12-17
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