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Enjoy thoughtful and humorous discussion about hot topics from God's point of view. You will hear some arguing, disagreeing and a little banter. Each pastor isn't afraid to call it like it is. Yet he also isn't afraid to change his mind! If you are not immediately enthralled we'll give you your mo…

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    • May 28, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 59m AVG DURATION
    • 469 EPISODES

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    The Ringside with the preacher men podcast is, without a doubt, my all-time favorite podcast. Over the years, I have listened to countless podcasts, but none have captured my attention and kept me entertained quite like this one. With a perfect blend of theology and humor, it's no wonder that Ringside has become such a hit. Even when discussing serious topics such as life, death, faith, and hope, these guys manage to keep me laughing. Their unique ability to inject humor into any conversation is truly remarkable. As someone who enjoys a good pint of Guinness every now and then (okay, always), I've found that listening to the Ringside podcast while sipping on my favorite stout is an unbeatable combination.

    Now let's talk about what makes this podcast so great. First and foremost, the hosts' sense of humor is unparalleled. They are able to find humor in even the most serious topics and deliver it in a way that keeps listeners engaged and entertained throughout each episode. The banter between the hosts adds an extra layer of enjoyment to the show, making it feel like you're listening in on a casual conversation among friends rather than a structured podcast.

    Another aspect that sets Ringside apart is its ability to cover a wide range of theological topics while still maintaining accessibility for listeners of all backgrounds and knowledge levels. Whether you're well-versed in theology or just starting your journey of faith, there is something for everyone in this podcast. The discussions are thoughtful, engaging, and provide valuable insights into various aspects of Christianity.

    While Ringside has many strengths, there are a few aspects that could be considered weaknesses by some listeners. For example, the use of the bell during the podcast can be disruptive for those who listen to it while engaging in physical activities such as jogging or working out. Additionally, some may find the humor at times to be too irreverent or crude for their taste. However, it's important to remember that these aspects are subjective and may not be perceived as negatives by all listeners.

    In conclusion, The Ringside with the preacher men podcast is a must-listen for anyone who enjoys a perfect blend of theology and humor. It has the ability to make you laugh, think, and reflect on your faith in ways that few other podcasts can. Whether you're a long-time listener or just discovering this gem of a podcast, I highly recommend giving it a listen. You won't be disappointed. Cheers to Ringside and the preacher men!



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    Poetry of Men

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 57:22


    TOPICS: Manly Poetry Why not follow the OT law? What its like to work for Joel… Living Together before Marriage    CRAFT of PREACHING WORKSHOP August 4-6, 2025 at St. James, Chicago   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other Stuff: Word Made Fresh: An Invitation to Poetry for the Church, Abram Van Engen  The Four Quartets, TS Eliot

    Baseball, Epiphany, and Ascension

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 57:54


    TOPICS: Hope for Humanity at the Ball game New Pope talk Christ's Ascension & Implications   Guest: Rev. James Hopkins   CRAFT of PREACHING WORKSHOP August 4-6, 2025 at St. James, Chicago   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Ministry Newbies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2025 58:41


    TOPICS: The Call Day Experience Choosing a Church New Pastor Advice Essential Friendships in the Ministry    JOIN US! readingtwotexts.com CONFERENCE JUNE 10-11, 2025   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Post-Easter Hangover

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 54:37


    TOPICS: Absurd Easter Memories Passing of Pope Francis Resurrection and Remembrance Confession Absolution The “Closed” Canon of Scripture   JOIN US! readingtwotexts.com CONFERENCE JUNE 10-11, 2025 (Registration open until May 10)   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Addiction and Faith with Donavon Riley

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 24, 2025 74:47


    TOPICS: The Impossible Prize: A Theology of Addiction NEW BOOK Words of Identity Community in Recovery Empathy vs. Sympathy Symbols in Worship   GUEST: Rev. Donavan Riley NEW BOOK: The Impossible Prize: A Theology of Addiction   JOIN US! readingtwotexts.com CONFERENCE JUNE 10-11, 2025 (Registration open until May 10)   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Holy Week with Ringside

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 45:27


    TOPICS: Swearing Pastors Why does Mark's Gospel end like it does? Fear and Trembling “They know not what they do”   JOIN US! readingtwotexts.com CONFERENCE JUNE 10-11, 2025 (Registration open until May 10)   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other: Technopoly, Neil Postman  Dune 2

    Christian Entertainment and the Christian Life

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 1, 2025 55:04


    TOPICS: Rivalry in Sport and Society The Chosen Christian Entertainment Repentance and Forgiveness   JOIN US! readingtwotexts.com CONFERENCE JUNE 10-11, 2025 (Registration open until May 10)   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Comfort Dogs, Loneliness, and Revolt

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2025 49:58


    TOPICS: Comfort Dogs Loneliness Anti-social Technology Revolt against a King   readingtwotexts.com CONFERENCE JUNE 10-11, 2025 (Registration open until May 10)   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other: Written in March, William Wordsworth The Anti-Social Century, Derek Thompson Alone

    Reading Two Texts with Dr. Jim Voelz

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2025 64:17


    TOPICS: Situation and text Newton/Einstein interpretation Deconstructionism asks good questions.  Best Theories comes before Best practices De-centering of the self Modernism is not our salvation   readingtwotexts.com CONFERENCE JUNE 10-11, 2025 (Registration open until May 10)   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Fun Christians and Slow Technology

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2025 61:01


    Ringside interviews the incredible minds at Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne during Symposia 2025. Guest  Rev. Dr. Jason Lane TOPICS: Benedict Option Democracy as the new religion Joyful Living: It's fun Formulated ideas by podcasts Technology is faster or Slower? Liturgy of rest   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: James Houseman, Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other: The Fall of Rome, W.H. Auden After Virtue, by Alasdair MacIntyre How the Irish Saved Civilization, Thomas Cahill

    Launching New Pastors with Jeff Pulse

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2025 49:17


    Ringside interviews the incredible minds at Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne during Symposia 2025. Guest  Rev. Dr. Jeff Pulse TOPICS: Inside Scoop: Straight outta Seminary A new pastor & his communication skills Longevity in the first call Prepping Pastors for ministry   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: James Houseman, Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Preaching Word to Christ with Guest John Bombaro

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2025 56:33


    Ringside interviews the incredible minds at Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne during Symposia 2025. Guest:  Rev. Dr. John Bombaro TOPICS: What does church architecture have to do with preaching? Imposing our physicality on Christ Engaging people with the mystery  Gospel Means, Gospel Ends Masculine Preaching   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: James Houseman, Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Levitical Law, Miscarriage, and Serving the Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 56:44


    TOPICS: Song of Simeon Levitical Laws Miscarriage & Silence Serving the Church    Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: James Houseman, Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Tyler's Birthday Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2025 59:28


    TOPICS: Travel Nightmares (with Joel) Apologetics and Faith Free Will and Human Suffering Wisdom, God's Plan Happy Birthday Tyler!   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other Stuff: An epiphany at Cana, Malcolm Guide

    Fires, Ministry, and the Holy Spirit

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 14, 2025 59:15


    TOPICS: California Wildfires Christianity in Modern Culture Volunteer Dynamics at Church Language Barriers in Ministry Baptism of our Lord   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Have a Very Ringside Christmas!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 55:58


    TOPICS: Drone or Angel? Gift Giving and Family Traditions Humor in Conversations Skepticism and Cynicism  Power of the Christmas Narrative Angels, Messengers, and Mary   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other Stuff: The Morning of Christ's Nativity, Milton 

    The Joy and Terror of Christmas

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 24, 2024 46:13


    TOPICS: The Role of Christmas Traditions The Intersection of Joy and Terror Creative Christmas Crimes Advent vs Christmas Rhythm of Life and Seasons   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other Stuff: The Cultivation of Christmas Trees, TS Eliot

    Repeal Day and Shorter Sermons

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2024 59:51


    TOPICS: Dispensary or Church? Confessional vs. Traditional Churches Prohibition & Repeal Day Shorter Sermons? New Hermeneutic? TIS   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other Stuff: For the Time Being, Auden

    Come Lord Jesus: Thanksgiving Episode

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 49:00


    Comedy, End Times, and the Church of Free Speech

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 19, 2024 58:53


    TOPICS: Rhetoric and Comedy Should Church be the Realm of Free Speech? Permission to want the End Times  The enemy inside   Guest: Rev. Tim Barkett   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    We're Not Talking About the Election

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 12, 2024 53:07


    TOPICS: Lack of self reflection in America Authenticity in Politics Democratic and Republican pendulum Conservative vs. Orthodox   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other: Election Day November 1884, Walt Whitman

    Reformation Addiction with Guest Donavon Riley

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 67:18


    TOPICS: The Theology of Addiction: the Impossible Prize Tangible vs. Abstract Gospel God-given rights? Four rules of Preaching Institutionalize the Lutheran Confession   Guest: Rev. Donavon Riley St John's Lutheran Church (Webster, MN)   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other Stuff: A Sonnet for All Saints Day, Malcom Guite  Brand Lutheran, thejaggedword.com

    Divorce, Remarriage, and the Lutheran Brand

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 29, 2024 62:23


    TOPICS: Is it a sin to marry after divorce? Does Lutheran MEAN anything anymore? Pastors standing up for each other locally   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other Stuff: LONELINESS— A GERMAN POEM BY MARTIN HEIDEGGER Benjamin Button Christianity thejaggedword.com Brand Lutheran thejaggedword.com 

    University and Education with Guest Dr. Jason Lane

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2024 49:51


    Exclusive Ringside conversations with some of our favorite scholars from Concordia Seminary during Symposium 2024. TOPICS: James & Luther Formation and Jesus in the University  Liberal Arts Education Guest: Rev. Dr. Jason Lane   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    The Ears of Technology with Guest Dr. David Schmitt

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 15, 2024 51:15


    Exclusive Ringside conversations with some of our favorite scholars from Concordia Seminary during Symposium 2024. TOPICS: What they hear in a sermon Technology has changed those who listen Why can't preachers talk about their own preaching?   Guest: Rev. Dr. David Schmitt   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other: In Memoriam, Tennyson The Third Room of Preaching: A New Empirical Approach, Marianne Gaarden Deep Work, Cal Newport Reader, Come Home: The Reading Brain in a Digital World, Maryanne Wolf The Anxious Generation, Jonathan Haidt

    Ringside's 8th Birthday Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2024 59:54


    TOPICS: Lamentations or Taylor Swift? Ringside Growing up What is a Lutheran? Old Man Strength   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Community & Technology with Guest Dr. Peter Nafzger

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2024 45:38


    Exclusive Ringside conversations with some of our favorite scholars from Concordia Seminary during Symposium 2024. TOPICS: New Tech is just getting the job done! Preaching for living life TOGETHER Community Involved Sermon Exegesis of Culture & People   Guests: Rev. Dr. Peter Nafzger   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Who Let the Dawgs Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2024 61:42


    TOPICS: Murder and the Gospel Crumbs and Dawgs Are Words Important?   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    AI and the Apocalypse with Guest Dr. Bruce Schuchard

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 57:18


    Exclusive Ringside conversations with some of our favorite scholars from Concordia Seminary during Symposium 2024. TOPICS: Biblical Languages go digital Perils of technological pastors AI may be the beginning of the end   Guest: Rev. Dr. Bruce Schuchard   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Four Guys Walk Into a Bar… Then Into a Church

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 24, 2024 61:02


    TOPICS: Great Bar Scenes Preacher vs. CEO for a Church Physical Contact in Ministry Group-Think Brand-Image Sermon Liking your own message   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other: Delilah's, Chicago Rick Rubin

    Symposium Shenanigans PART 2 with Guests Bob, Sam, and Sam

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 60:24


    TOPICS: Technology in real churches Blow up the secular age… Exponential Advancement until Christ Returns?   Guests: Rev. Bob Sundquist (Faith Community Church, Las Vegas, NV) Rev. Sam Reinhard (Faith Community Church, Las Vegas, NV) Rev. Sam Aizenberg (Immanuel Lutheran Church, Carrollton, MO)   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Symposium Shenanigans at Fox and Hounds PART 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2024 50:11


    TOPICS: Why go to a Symposium? And where is Joel? Inside baseball for the Pastor's Call Woes of Technology Thanks to Concordia Seminary St. Louis and Fox and Hounds at The Cheshire.

    Participation in Politics with Guest Graham Glover

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 62:29


    TOPICS: Lutheran Participation in Politics in D.C. Preaching Christ not Politics Martin Luther vs. religious liberty To vote or not to vote? Guest: Rev. Graham Glover   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other: Maybe Christians Shouldn't Vote: thejaggedword.com Peggie Noonan, The Washington Post

    Curses, Community, and Christ with guest Cindy Koch

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 61:31


    TOPICS: Simple and Complex Biblical Interpretation  Why the curses (Genesis 3) are helpful for hope Closer look at Cindy's book “Once Upon a Curse” Does technology help or hurt us?   Guest: Cindy Koch New Book: “Once Upon a Curse” on Amazon” https://a.co/d/az3mvIz Website: cindykochwrites.com Weekly Bible Study by Cindy: cindykoch.substack.com    Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows and Blayne Watts   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other: Paradise Lost, John Milton Once Upon a Curse, by Cindy Koch Bible Study of Genesis 3 (The Curses) on Substack

    Character in War

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2024 57:20


    TOPICS: How much is too much alcohol? War doesn't build character, it reveals Not a Jesus-centered Faith?   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows and Blayne Watts   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Graceful Dancing Patter: Sam Martin Hess, Silver Creek Revival Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other Stuff: Graceful Dancing Patter: Sam Martin Hess, Silver Creek Revival Alcohol is Bad: https://thejaggedword.com/2024/08/08/alcohol-is-bad-or-is-it/

    Drag Isn't What it Used To Be

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2024 56:23


    TOPICS: LGBTQ & Drag Shows Is there shame in hiring out work? Moving on from presidential assassination Problems created by technology     Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows and Blayne Watts   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Does AI Write True Prayers?

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2024 34:38


    TOPICS: Hard Work Fake prayers and AI  God working through Trump? Getting better at Preaching   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows and Blayne Watts   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Slurpees, Honor, and John the Baptist

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 54:15


    TOPICS: Ross Down Under Honor and Duals Hobbies with your Spouse? John the Baptist be-heading   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows and Blayne Watts   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”

    Christian Business, Propaganda, and Environmentalists

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 59:14


    Creeds, the Holy Hover, and Church BINGO

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 52:19


    TOPICS: Experiencing other churches Assurance vs. absolution Laying on of hands, but not really Is a Creed important?   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows and Blayne Watts   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other: Robert Frost

    The Ross and Joel Show

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 21, 2024 54:42


    TOPICS: D-Day Reflections Discipline vs. Motivation Finding Meaning for a Solider Dictators Resurrection & Long ending of Mark Chaplain Baptisms   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows and Blayne Watts   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other: Major Reginald John Howard DSO on D-Day, Storming Normandy Man's Search for Meaning, Viktor Frankl

    Death, Sabbatical, Evangelism, and the Call

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2024 56:05


    TOPICS: What to say when someone dies? Why should Pastors do a Sabbatical? Trapped by your audience Born again  Evangelism is hanging out! A Pastor's call & the shortage   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows and Blayne Watts   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”   Other: CS Lewis 1949 Poolside Reflections Podcast ChristianityToday.com Russel Brand Baptism 

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