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1517 Contributor and pastor, Bradley Gray, joins Kelsi to talk about his incredible book, Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pit of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment, and specifically, how he sees God responding to suffering throughout Scripture. Bradley asserts Martin Luther's theology of the cross as a helpful backdrop by which to view all human suffering, and specifically the suffering caused by mental illness. Kelsi asks Brad his opinions on a recent comments over mental illness from a well-known pastor and the two discuss both harmful and helpful ways the church can offer comfort to those who find themselves suffering bouts of depressions, despair, and disappointment. Bradley Gray is pastor of Stonington Baptist Church in Paxinos, PA, where he lives with his wife, Natalie, and their three children. His writing and research are especially focused on pastoral theology and the theological development of the Reformation. Finding God in the Darkness was named as a 2023 finalist in the New Author category of the ECPA Christian Book Awards. Show Notes: ⁠Support 1517⁠ ⁠1517 Podcasts⁠ ⁠The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts⁠ ⁠1517 on Youtube⁠ More from Kelsi: ⁠Kelsi Klembara⁠ ⁠ Follow Kelsi on Instagram⁠ Follow Kelsi on Twitter⁠ ⁠Kelsi's Newsletter⁠ Subscribe to the Show: ⁠Apple Podcasts⁠ ⁠Spotify⁠ ⁠Youtube⁠ More from Brad and this episode: Order Finding God in the Darkness Follow Brad on Instagram Follow Brad on Substack John MacArthur on mental illness Theology of the Cross: Luther's Heidelberg Disputation & Reflections on Its 28 Theses Gerhard Forde's On Being a Theologian of the Cross

This week we are interviewing our friend, Pastor Brad Gray about his book He's one of the special Baptists who publish articles and books with 1517. We talk about preaching the gospel, free from manipulation, and the hope for those who are discouraged. We ask him big questions about his book: Finding God in the Darkness. We talk about our faith in the midst of suffering, questioning God, and what's going on in our faith in the midst of depression. He talks about why he wrote this book, and how to comfort those who are in dark places. Freely Given: Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Remembering Rod Rosenbladt New 1517 Academy Course: The Early Church: Christ, Controversies and Characters with Bruce Hillman Preorder: Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin Preorder: Be Thou My Song by Kerri Tom Here We Still Stand 2023 Videos are Available on YouTube Last Chance: NWA Conference May 3rd-4th More from the hosts: Gretchen Ronnevik Katie Koplin More from our guest: Myth Became Fact in the Face of Suffering (Brad's 1517 Here We Still Stand video) Brad's book: Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment

Next weekend we get back on track for the last 3 episodes of Psalm 119. But for this weekend let's pause and consider the great cost of our salvation, namely the suffering Holy one, who took the sins of the whole upon Himself. The talented Kris Winrich sings "Why Have You Forsaken Me". 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Chad Bird

In this 4th week of our 11 part series on Psalm 119, Chad speaks of our comfort in time of affliction, namely God's promise, and the blessing that have fallen on us. Izzi sings Ray sings "Chasing the Wind". Show Notes: Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Chad Bird Lyrics to Chasing the Wind: Psalm 119  week 4 In the cold of night I remember You Ensnared by the wicked ones Yet I rise to praise you In the bleakness  In the bitter loss My wealth is gone  My gold is dross   But Lord, you are my portion I remember Your name And You remember me You've always known my name So why was I chasing the wind Chasing the wind   In the freezing cold When I am in distress My only hope Your grace and promises   In the bleakness  In the bitter loss My wealth is gone My gold is dross   But Lord, you are my portion I remember Your name And You remember me You've always known my name So why was I chasing the wind Chasing the wind   There is Love among the ruins Allies who fell Have risen again By Your grace   Even in the freezing cold

Another beautiful meditation on the word of God which brings light to our darkened eyes. Izzi Ray sings "Turn My Heart, Turn My Eyes" Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Chad Bird Lyrics to Turn My Heart, Turn My Eyes Psalm 119. 3   Life and death  Day and night  The only choice  Is Dark or light     Your way is true Your way is right The narrow path Into Your light   Chorus: Turn my heart   Turn my eyes You give me life   And I am Yours    Incline my heart  Fill my eyes  To your word With your  light   O steadfast love  come near to me keep me bound to you  My only liberty 

Verse 28 of Psalm 119 reads "My soul melts away for sorrow; strenthen me avvording to Your word." Chad encourages us with good news as he unpacks these writings in week 2 of Psalm 119. Ryan Delmor sings "I Only Want to Cling to You". 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Chad Bird Lyrics for "I Only Want to Cling to You" Psalm 119-2 vs 17-32    When I am cast down Lying with my shattered hope Eyes too tired to see That at the end of my road Your path, your Word and your wisdom will guide my way will guide my way   At the end of my road  Just a stranger on the earth On a sojourn through this life  stranger from my birth Your word, your law your testimonies  will guide my way will guide my way   Don't want to cleave to the dust  I only want to cling to you Don't want to cleave to the dust I only want to cling to you     When I called Your name You answered me with truth Give me a generous heart A heart to be filled by you And let me never be put to shame guide my way guide my way   Don't want to cleave to the dust  I only want to cling to you Don't want to cleave to the dust I only want to cling to you   I only want to cling to you O guide my way I only want to cling to you O guide my way I only want to cling to you O guide my way I only want to cling to you O guide my way You know the way

I this first of 11 episodes on Psalm 119 we get a grand view of this oft confusing Psalm, as Chad quietly focuses our heart on the riches found within it. Colin Heinrich sings "Treasure" with an intro by Jonathan and Amanda Noel.  1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Chad Bird Lyrics to "Treasure" Blessed are the ones who are blameless Blessed is the Son of Man Blessed are the ones who seek You And follow after Your commands Oh that my ways may be steadfast Your word is true I have learned where the treasure's found The treasure is You All our treasures are found in You Moth and rust cannot destroy  The trustworthy   promises The delight of Mary's joy Oh that my ways may be steadfast Your word is true I have stored Your word in my heart That I might not sin against You I will fix my eyes on Your ways I will fix my eyes on Your ways The ways that please You Please You  like the Son of man Lord give me eyes to see Lord give me eyes to see Give me strength to follow With my whole heart And when I sin, O help me trust In the sinless Lamb of God

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we tell the story of the birth of the Presbyterian church. — Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube   What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we remember a giant of English Puritanism: John Owen. — Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube   What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we remember one of the most significant figures in Colonial America: Increase Mather. — Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube   What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we remember one of the more curious figures in the 18th c. Anglicanism: William Whiston. — Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube   What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about Christian denominations. — Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube   What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

00:00 - Introduction 05:20 - Free-for-All (Baseball Is Stupid...When Our Teams are Bad) 16:25 - Main Topic (The Church) In episode TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY-FIVE, Mike, Wade, and Jason discuss the communion of saints and the one holy Christian/catholic and apostolic Church. We hope you enjoy the episode! We would like to thank our listeners for partnering with us during our annual Podcast Fundraiser. Together, listeners like you joined the 1517 Podcast Network in raising $68,000 dollars in support of our podcasting efforts. This financial support maintains and builds the 1517 podcast network's ability to declare and defend the Good News that you are forgiven and free on account of Christ alone in every episode. Please help us continue our mission by filling out the brief survey linked here. Thank you again for your continued support of 1517 Podcast Network. Let the Bird Fly! is supported by the 1517 Podcast Network, which is part of 1517.org. If you haven't done so yet, stop over there and check out the other great podcasts in the network, as well as all of the other excellent content they offer. You can find them all on Apple Podcasts. You can support the network here. You support is greatly appreciated and helps the network continue to produce and provide this content for free for a world in desperate need of good news and true freedom. More 1517 content can also be found on YouTube.  What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts Michael Berg Wade Johnston If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you'd like to contact us we can be reached at podcast@LetTheBirdFly.com, or visit our website at www.LetTheBirdFly.com. Thanks for listening! Attributions for Music and Image used in this Episode: “The Last One” by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 International License. “Gib laut” by Dirk Becker is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives (aka Music Sharing) 3.0 International License. “Whistling Down the Road” by Silent Partner. “Not Drunk” by The Joy Drops is licensed under an Attribution 4.0 International License.

The Thinking Fellows discuss movies they enjoy watching. The conversation revolves around the presence of theological and moral meaning in film. How should we interpret movies, and are they valuable or edifying for Christians to analyze and use in analogy?  Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Scott Keith Adam Francsisco Bruce Hilman  

Weekend Edition for August 19-20, 2023 — Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube   What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we remember Virginia Dare as the first English person baptized in the New World. — Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube   What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Psalm 112 has much to say about the steadfast one, the one who loves God, who gives of himself, follows God's precepts and helps others. But, Chad focuses on another aspect of the steadfast one, and I think you will find this very encouraging. Colin Heinrich and Audrey Schreiner sing "Light Dawns in the Darkness" Show Notes: Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Chad Bird   Lyrics: Psalm 112   Blessed the man who fears You, trusts You The righteous will never be moved Steady  the heart, the heart set upon You In the fight, when your heel is bruised   It is well  It is well     Whatever the battle,  Whatever the cost, Whatever the struggle, Whatever the loss   Light dawns in the darkness You are not against us No, You won't forget us Your'e the steadfast One The steadfast One   Blessed the man who fears You, trusts You Who is not afraid of bad news Blessed the man, who imitates the Savior,  And freely gives to the poor It is well  It is well The wicked will perish You will smile upon us forever

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we remember the fall of Antwerp in 1585 and its direct effect on religious freedom. — Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube   What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

All In The Family. In this episode, we discuss marriage, vocation, and cute theology of the cross. How can Luther's teaching and preaching on marriage and vocation help Christians at present waist the temptations of the world and Satan, which pervert and disrupt God's will for marriage? What does baptism have to do with marriage? How does Luther's formulation of marriage and family help Christians comprehend their relation to society and the state? SHOW NOTES:  Support Lahaina https://linktr.ee/kanoepach Luther on Marriage, Vocation, and the Cross JAMES ARNE NESTINGEN https://wordandworld.luthersem.edu/wp-content/uploads/pdfs/23-1_Defining_Marriage/Luther%20on%20Marriage,%20Vocation,%20and%20the%20Cross.pdf Son of War https://spotterup.com/son-of-war/ The Case Against Conscription https://dougwils.com/books-and-culture/s7-engaging-the-culture/the-case-against-conscription.html Sources and Contexts of the Book of Concord https://amzn.to/45aS7gt  Jesus Weeps, in Anger? https://www.1517.org/articles/jesus-weeps-in-anger Luther on Marriage by SCOTT HENDRIX https://gudribassakums.files.wordpress.com/2012/10/2000-luther-marriage-hendrix.pdf   SUPPORT: 1517 Podcast Network Survey https://form.typeform.com/to/PFVYubFp  Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser http://www.1517.org/donate-podcasts 1517 Podcasts http://www.1517.org/podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/channel/1517-podcast-network/id6442751370 1517 on Youtube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChDdMiZJv8oYMJQQx2vHSzg   What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy https://academy.1517.org/  Freedom Lessons Street Team https://learn.1517.org/join-the-freedom-lessons-street-team  The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato https://shop.1517.org/products/the-new-quest-for-paul-and-his-reading-of-the-old-testament-the-contrast-between-the-letter-the-spirit-in-2-corinthians-3-1-18 Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray https://shop.1517.org/products/finding-god-in-the-darkness-hopeful-reflections-from-the-pits-of-depression-despair-and-disappointment   More from the hosts: Donovan Riley https://www.1517.org/contributors/donavon-riley  Christopher Gillespie https://www.1517.org/contributors/christopher-gillespie   MORE LINKS: Tin Foil Haloes https://t.me/bannedpastors Warrior Priest Gym & Podcast https://thewarriorpriestpodcast.wordpress.com   St John's Lutheran Church (Webster, MN) - FB Live Bible Study Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/356667039608511  Gillespie's Sermons and Catechesis: http://youtube.com/stjohnrandomlake  Gillespie Coffee https://gillespie.coffee   Gillespie Media https://gillespie.media     CONTACT and FOLLOW: Email mailto:BannedBooks@1517.org  Facebook https://www.facebook.com/BannedBooksPod/  Twitter https://twitter.com/bannedbooks1517   SUBSCRIBE: YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsvLQ5rlaInxLO9luAauF4A  Rumble https://rumble.com/c/c-1223313  Odysee https://odysee.com/@bannedbooks:5 Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/banned-books/id1370993639  Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2ahA20sZMpBxg9vgiRVQba  Stitcher https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=214298  Overcast https://overcast.fm/itunes1370993639/banned-books  Google Podcasts https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly9iYW5uZWRib29rcy5saWJzeW4uY29tL3Jzcw TuneIn Radio https://tunein.com/podcasts/Religion--Spirituality-Podcasts/Banned-Books-p1216972/  iHeartRadio https://www.iheart.com/podcast/263-banned-books-29825974/ 

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we remember the work of the “most important American Catholic in the 20th c.” John C. Murray. — Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube   What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Dr. Paulson continues to examine what it means to oppose God. In this episode, the discussion revolves around the eschaton, the end of the world, and its purpose and place in Christian theology. This conversation addresses the idea of the anti-Christ and what kind of power the "man of lawlessness" actually possesses.  Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Steven Pauslon  

Chad and Daniel finish the book of Nehemiah in this episode. Tobiah is living in the temple and Nehemiah isn't happy about it. The Levites are having to work in the fields. The Sabbath isn't being kept. Nehemiah addresses all of this and asks God to remember him for good. Have a listen! Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray  More from the hosts: Daniel Emery Price Chad Bird

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we tell the remarkable story of Adam Schall and his work in China. — Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube   What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

00:00 - Introduction 00:00 - Free-for-All (No Free-for-All) 7:50 - Main Topic (Eschatology) In episode TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY-FOUR, Mike, Wade, and Jason discuss eschatology, the end times. We hope you enjoy the episode! We would like to thank our listeners for partnering with us during our annual Podcast Fundraiser. Together, listeners like you joined the 1517 Podcast Network in raising $68,000 dollars in support of our podcasting efforts. This financial support maintains and builds the 1517 podcast network's ability to declare and defend the Good News that you are forgiven and free on account of Christ alone in every episode. Please help us continue our mission by filling out the brief survey linked here. Thank you again for your continued support of 1517 Podcast Network. Let the Bird Fly! is supported by the 1517 Podcast Network, which is part of 1517.org. If you haven't done so yet, stop over there and check out the other great podcasts in the network, as well as all of the other excellent content they offer. You can find them all on Apple Podcasts. You can support the network here. You support is greatly appreciated and helps the network continue to produce and provide this content for free for a world in desperate need of good news and true freedom. More 1517 content can also be found on YouTube.  What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts Michael Berg Wade Johnston If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you'd like to contact us we can be reached at podcast@LetTheBirdFly.com, or visit our website at www.LetTheBirdFly.com. Thanks for listening! Attributions for Music and Image used in this Episode: “The Last One” by Jahzzar is licensed under an Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0 International License. “Gib laut” by Dirk Becker is licensed under an Attribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivatives (aka Music Sharing) 3.0 International License. “Whistling Down the Road” by Silent Partner. “Not Drunk” by The Joy Drops is licensed under an Attribution 4.0 International License.

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about the history of marriage. — Show Notes: 1517 Podcast Network Survey Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube   What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Weekend Edition for August 12-13, 2023 — Show Notes: ·       Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser ·       1517 Podcasts ·       The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts ·       1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we tell the story of, perhaps, the worst Pope in history. — Show Notes: ·       Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser ·       1517 Podcasts ·       The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts ·       1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Erick and Daniel discuss the letters written to the churches in Smyrna, Pergamum, and Thyatira. Hold fast in the face of persecution from the synagogue of Satan. Beware the teaching of Balaam and receive the hidden manna. And Jezebel needs to shut up and repent. Have a listen! Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Daniel Emery Price Erick Sorenson

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we learn the curious story behind the author of a beloved hymn. — Show Notes: ·       Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser ·       1517 Podcasts ·       The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts ·       1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Bruce, Adam, and Caleb discuss the textual and narrative differences between the four gospel accounts of Jesus' life and ministry. Should the differences worry Christians? How should Christians respond when confronted with supposed contradictions and errors in Scripture? Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Scott Keith Adam Francsisco Bruce Hilman  

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we look at the history of Christianity in India. — Show Notes: ·       Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser ·       1517 Podcasts ·       The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts ·       1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Some fencing of the Law takes place as the people make a covenant. We are given a long list of the leaders in Jerusalem. And the wall is finally dedicated in a grand affair with great rejoicing. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Daniel Emery Price Chad Bird

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we remember Stephen of Blois and the curious maze of the English crown and church in the 1100s. — Show Notes: ·       Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser ·       1517 Podcasts ·       The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts ·       1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

John is told to write down letters to seven churches by the very same person who stood in the fiery furnace. Do not be afraid, the Lamb has defeated death. And as the first letter is written we find that striving for doctrinal purity is good, but not at the expense of love. Erick and Daniel discuss all this. Have a listen! Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Daniel Emery Price Erick Sorenson

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we head to the mailbag to answer a question about money and the church. — Show Notes: ·       Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser ·       1517 Podcasts ·       The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts ·       1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Weekend Edition for August 5-6, 2023 — Show Notes: ·       Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser ·       1517 Podcasts ·       The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts ·       1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the host: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we remember the Scottish Proto-Pentecostal and leader of the Catholic Apostolic Church. — Show Notes: ·       Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser ·       1517 Podcasts ·       The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts ·       1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: ·       The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato ·       Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we remember Augustus H. Strong, Enigmatic Baptist and Seminary President. — Show Notes: ·       Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser ·       1517 Podcasts ·       The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts ·       1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: ·       The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato ·       Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

The recounting of the history of the people continues. A prayer is prayed appealing to the steadfast love and righteousness of God. And the people make take a vow not to repeat their history. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Daniel Emery Price Chad Bird

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we remember St. Basil the Blessed, Russia's “Holy Fool.” — Show Notes: ·       Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser ·       1517 Podcasts ·       The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts ·       1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: ·       The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato ·       Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we remember the first Ambassador from the Pope to meet the Great Khan. — Show Notes: ·       Support the Podcast Network Fundraiser ·       1517 Podcasts ·       The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts ·       1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: ·       The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato ·       Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: ·       Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

Is your happiness an indicator of God's relationship with you? Are emotions a good indicator of divine revelation? The Thinking Fellows consider the purpose and place of happiness in the Christian life. In doing so, they discuss why it's essential to re-center our definition of happiness and preach the happiness of the Gospel while not relying upon emotions for divine revelation. Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Scott Keith Adam Francsisco Bruce Hilman  

Erick and Daniel introduce and begin the journey through Revelation. The most important verse is the first one. Peace is the purpose of this book. And what is going on with 7 churches and 7 spirits? Have a listen! Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Daniel Emery Price Erick Sorenson

The Thinking Fellows discuss the history and position of the Apocrypha for Lutherans. They present critical reasons for rejecting the Apocrypha from the biblical canon. Similarly, they discuss why the "removal" of the apocryphal books is not a strong polemic against Lutherans regarding Sola Scripture. However, they also discuss ways in which reading apocryphal books can be helpful.  Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Scott Keith Adam Francsisco Bruce Hilman      

The Levites recount the great saving acts of God. This God is a God who sees, hears, and acts. Stiff necks are everywhere. And God is always ready to forgive. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Join the 1517 Academy Freedom Lessons Street Team Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Daniel Emery Price Chad Bird

Erick and Daniel finish the epistle of James in this episode. Jesus is coming back so be ready but be patient. The prayer of faith is powerful. And bring back those who wander because there is nothing that cannot be forgiven. Have a listen! Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Freedom Lessons Street Team The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Daniel Emery Price Erick Sorenson

Adiaphora is a theological term that means "indifference." It typically refers to practices that are neither commanded nor forbidden by God in Scripture. The Lutheran churches have historically used adiaphora as a method for explaining and allowing reasonable liturgical and personal piety differences between churches to exist while remaining unified around the core confessions of the church. The fellows discuss why understanding adiaphora is important and how it can benefit the church. Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Freedom Lessons Street Team The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Scott Keith Adam Francsisco Bruce Hilman  

The Feast of Booths is celebrated in a way it has not been in a very long time. The Book of the Law is read for hours resulting in a corporate confession of sin. And God is God alone. Chad and Daniel discuss all of this. Have a listen! Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Freedom Lessons Street Team The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Daniel Emery Price Chad Bird

In this episode, Dr. Paulson and Caleb go back yet again and discuss the events of the book of Exodus. Paulson uses the crossing of the Red Sea to demonstrate what it looks like to receive and be delivered by God's promises and what it looks like to stand in direct opposition to those same promises. This helps show why Luther so frequently referenced Pharoh while debating Erasmus.  Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Freedom Lessons Street Team The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Steven Pauslon  

The Thinking Fellows weigh on one of the most tense issues that affect Churches. What are parents to do when their children's extracurricular activities get scheduled on Sunday? The Fellows discuss ways to increase parental and particularly paternal commitment to church attendance.  Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Freedom Lessons Street Team The New Quest for Paul and His Reading of the Old Testament by Timo Laato Finding God in the Darkness: Hopeful Reflections from the Pits of Depression, Despair, and Disappointment by Bradley Gray More from the hosts: Caleb Keith Scott Keith Adam Francsisco Bruce Hilman