Coffee and Clergy is a weekly podcast where Pastor Doug and Pastor Scott (and the occasional guest) from King of Kings Lutheran Church in Chesterfield, MO discuss the Bible over a warm morning beverage! You can watch it live on Thursdays at 11:00am on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/kokstl) or YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjaJcx3rIKzyJy4xMXEpkvg). New podcast episodes drop on Friday.
Pastors Doug and Scott address: 1) How the American church got to where it is today, and 2) Where do we go from here? What not to do, and what to do.
In this series Pastors Doug and Scott discuss the intersection of faith with culture and politics, especially during this heated 2024 election season. They talk about how Christians are called to live in a world built on divisiveness and power. Episode 3: The Issues that God cares about In todays episode Pastor Doug and Pastor Scott talk about how the bible gives us clear direction on some political issues, little guidance on other political issues, and how to discern the difference in matters of Christian Freedom.
In this series Pastors Doug and Scott discuss the intersection of faith with culture and politics, especially during this heated 2024 election season. They talk about how Christians are called to live in a world built on divisiveness and power. In Episode 2 the pastors address using discernment, avoiding echo chambers, and exercising empathy.
In this series Pastors Doug and Scott discuss the intersection of faith with culture and politics, especially during this heated 2024 election season. They talk about how Christians are called to live in a world built on divisiveness and power. In Episode 1 the pastors address the intersection of our call to be good citizens of our nation and our identity in Christ.
Pastors Doug and Scott address topics around the end of our time: 1) Death and Heaven 2) Satan and Hell 3) End of Days
Pastors Doug and Scott address questions about: 1) The Inter-Testimonial Period (the time between the Old Testament and the New Testament) 2) the incarnation of Jesus 3) the early Church
Pastors Doug and Scott address some common "Burning Questions" in the Bible. In this episode they address several topics in Genesis and the book of Job.
Episode 6: Living as Lutherans Pastors Doug and Scott address Lutheran life through: 1. Confession of Faith 2. Loving God and Neighbors 3. Prayer and Evangelism
Episode 5: Lutherans at a Glance Pastors Doug and Scott address: 1. Martin Luther and the Reformation 2. Lutheranism Post-Reformation 3. Lutheran Denominations
Episode 4: Worship: The Blessings of God Pastors Doug and Scott address: 1. The Divine Service 2. Liturgical Practices 3. Music and Worship
Episode 3: The Means of Grace Pastors Doug and Scott discuss The Means of Grace from God: God's Word Holy Baptism The Lord's Supper
Episode 2: Delivering the Gifts of God Pastors Doug and Scott address: 1. Faith and Its Conundrums 2. The Role of the Church 3. Authority and Ministry
Pastors Doug and Scott address the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod view of our relationship with God as they discuss: Who is God? Sin and Redemption Eschatology: The End Times and Eternal Life
Week 6, Elisha: Join Pastor Doug and Pastor Scott as they explore the narrative of the transition to a new Prophet, Elisha who succeeds Elijah and performs many miracles to inspire the people to worship the one true God.
Week 5, Elijah Join Pastor Doug and Pastor Scott as they explore the account of Elijah, the prophet God sent to proclaim the failings of the line of Kings, to warn the people of God to abandon the false idols they had been following, and to return to the one true God.
Join Pastor Doug and Pastor Scott as they explore Solomon's Journey to take his father's place as the King of united Israel, leading the nation in wisdom to its most influential status.
Week 3, David Join Pastor Doug and Pastor Scott as they explore the rise of David God's chosen king, who rose from obscurity as a shepherd boy, became a mighty military folk hero, and lead his people through existential and personal struggles.
Join Pastor Doug and Pastor Scott as they explore the tragic life of King Saul who was elevated as God's anointed servant, and through disobedience fell from God's favor.
Pastor Doug and Pastor Scott look at Samuel and see how God uses this unlikely leader to do powerful things for His people.
Join Pastor Doug and Pastor Scott as they reflect on the journey of King of King's community of faith through the 40 day Red Letter Challenge. Week 5 - Going: Making disciples of others.
Join Pastor Scott and Youth and Family Life Ministry Director Benjamin Simmons as they reflect on the journey of King of King's community of faith through the 40 day Red Letter Challenge. Week 4 - Giving: Experiencing the blessings of giving.
Join Pastor Doug and Pastor Scott as they reflect on the journey of King of King's community of faith through the 40 day Red Letter Challenge. Week 3 - Serving: Doing what God prepared in advance for us to do.
Join Pastor Scott and Youth and Family Life Ministry Director Benjamin Simmons as they reflect on the journey of King of King's community of faith through the 40 day Red Letter Challenge. Week 2 - Forgiving: Through grace, forgiveness provides freedom.
Join Pastor Doug and Pastor Scott as they reflect on the journey of King of King's community of faith through the 40 day Red Letter Challenge. Week 1 - Being in and with Christ: Experiencing Freedom Starts by acknowledging that we have all missed the mark.
The King of Kings Pastors address the accusation that Christianity is exclusive or abrasive in a religiously diverse world. They discuss the Christian perspective on truth, acknowledging the perspectives of others, and promoting respectful dialogue even in the face of disagreement. They explore the balance between truth claims, religious freedom, and fostering a spirit of mutual love and respect for neighbors.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church engage with the difficult topic of the problem of evil and suffering. They explore how the Christian worldview grapples with the existence of evil, including the concepts of free will, theodicy, and God's sovereignty.
This week, we'll take a break from our regularly scheduled programming to have a conversation with our new Director of Youth and Family Life Ministry – Benjamin Simmons. We are excited to have him join us in leading ministry for our young people and families. In this episode we'll learn a little about his background, ask him what led him into ministry, and hear what excites him about the future here at King of Kings.
The King of Kings Pastors discuss how the Christian worldview calls for compassion, justice, and a call to holiness. They address the perception that Christianity is indifferent or uninvolved in matters of oppression or injustice. They will highlight the historical and ongoing contributions of Christians in areas such as poverty alleviation, human rights, and social activism.
Exploring how the pursuit of truth can lead to differing conclusions based on one's presuppositions – An assumption of faith points to a supernatural creator God and a young earth understanding of origins, while an assumption of naturalism points to a big-bang and an old earth understanding of origins. The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church discuss the basis for seeking truth using methodologies of science and faith. Featuring guest star Chemical Engineer (and Science/Christianity enthusiast) Kevin Mowery. Exploring how the pursuit of truth can lead to differing conclusions based on one's presuppositions – An assumption of faith points to a supernatural creator God and a young earth understanding of origins, while an assumption of naturalism points to a big-bang and an old earth understanding of origins.
Episode 2: " Morality and Ethics: Foundations for a Meaningful Life" Exploring how Christian morality contributes to personal growth, societal harmony, and the pursuit of a meaningful life. The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church discuss the foundations of societal morality, emphasizing the principles of love, justice, and human dignity.
Introduction: Loving Dialogue in a Diverse World Promoting respectful dialogue and understanding between Christians and non-Christians. The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church discuss the importance of approaching controversial topics with love, humility, and a desire for mutual understanding.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church discuss the Bible book Jude.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church discuss the Bible books Philemon, 2 & 3 John, and Jude.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church discuss the Bible books Philemon, 2 & 3 John, and Jude.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church talk about enduring the suffering of our lives while trusting in God in the midst of hard times.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church talk about enduring the suffering of our lives while trusting in God in the midst of hard times.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church talk about enduring the suffering of our lives while trusting in God in the midst of hard times.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church talk about enduring the suffering of our lives while trusting in God in the midst of hard times.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church talk about enduring the suffering of our lives while trusting in God in the midst of hard times.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church talk about the life of Abraham in Genesis, Part 2.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church talk about the life of Abraham in Genesis, Part 2.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church talk about the life of Abraham in Genesis, Part 2.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church talk about the life of Abraham in Genesis, Part 2.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church discuss our vocation in life as we use our God-given gifts to serve others.
In this week's episode of Coffee and Clergy Pastor Scott Pitsch and his brother Pastor Sam Pitsch discuss end of life issues and "Get Your Affairs in Order" from a Christian viewpoint.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church discuss our vocation in life as we use our God-given gifts to serve others.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church discuss our vocation in life as we use our God-given gifts to serve others.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church discuss our vocation in life as we use our God-given gifts to serve others.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church discuss our vocation in life as we use our God-given gifts to serve others.
The Pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church discuss our vocation in life as we use our God-given gifts to serve others.
The pastors of King of Kings Lutheran Church discuss the third gospel of the New Testament.