Podcast appearances and mentions of joel biermann

What does it truly mean to live a receptive life? The Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, Waldemar A. and June Schuette Professor of Systematic Theology and author of Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play from Concordia Publishing House, joins Andy and Sarah for a series on what Sabbath means for us. In this final episode on chapter 7, they discuss what re-enchantment in God's Word looks like, how we can appreciate the metaphysical realities of this world, what truth, goodness, and beauty have to do with living a receptive life, and what it means to live in the fullness of God's Sabbath. Find Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play at cph.org/day-7-for-work-rest-or-play. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

Dr. Joel Biermann of Concordia Seminary-St. Louis Courageous Fathers of the Bible Wholly Citizens: God's Two Realms and Christian Engagement With the World A Case for Character: Towards a Lutheran Virtue Ethics The Lutheran Witness magazine The post Fathers in the Bible – Dr. Joel Biermann, 6/10/25 (1613, Encore) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Is play really that important? The Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, Waldemar A. and June Schuette Professor of Systematic Theology and author of Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play from Concordia Publishing House, joins Andy and Sarah for a series on what Sabbath means for us. In this episode on chapter 6, they discuss how we distinguish between work and play, whether work counts as work if we really enjoy it, why play is actually very important (even for adults!), whether worship is play, how sleep forces us to understand our humanity and the nature of God, and the theological connection between sleep and death. Find Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play at cph.org/day-7-for-work-rest-or-play. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

Dr. Joel Biermann of Concordia Seminary-St. Louis Dr. Biermann's YouTube Channel Wholly Citizens: God's Two Realms and Christian Engagement With the World A Case for Character: Towards a Lutheran Virtue Ethics The post Making the Case for a Lutheran Worldview – Dr. Joel Biermann, 5/28/25 (1481) first appeared on Issues, Etc..

How can we know our purpose and understand life's meaning? The Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, Waldemar A. and June Schuette Professor of Systematic Theology and author of Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play from Concordia Publishing House, joins Andy and Sarah for a series on what Sabbath means for us. In this episode on chapter 5, they discuss the current state of Western culture, how a focus on the individual has shaped our culture, what happens when we remove meaning from the world, how we can know our purpose and life's meaning, what it means to have a receptive life, and how we can use the receptive life to live outside ourselves and serve our neighbor. Find Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play at cph.org/day-7-for-work-rest-or-play. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

How is leisure part of being human? The Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, Waldemar A. and June Schuette Professor of Systematic Theology and author of Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play from Concordia Publishing House, joins Andy and Sarah for a series on what Sabbath means for us. In this episode on chapter 4, they discuss how we normally consider "leisure" and how Josef Pieper gives us a deeper explanation. They also consider several questions: Does it matter if we have time to think deep thoughts about the world? How does our Western culture make true leisure difficult? How are leisure and worship connected? What is acedia, and what about it is dangerous? Shouldn't leisure be equated with laziness?  Find Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play at cph.org/day-7-for-work-rest-or-play. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

Are work and Sabbath polar opposites? The Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, Waldemar A. and June Schuette Professor of Systematic Theology and author of Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play from Concordia Publishing House joins Andy and Sarah for a series on what Sabbath means for us. In this episode on chapter 3, they discuss how the “Protestant Work Ethic” affects how we consider work, our culture's “therapeutic” mindset, how the concept of being “made to work” is affected by the fall, the ways in which work and Sabbath are related, how we define and categorize work, whether work is part of what it means to be human, and what we learn about vocation from Luther's teaching. Find Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play at cph.org/day-7-for-work-rest-or-play. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

What does Jesus say and show us about the true significance of the Sabbath? The Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, Waldemar A. and June Schuette Professor of Systematic Theology and author of Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play from Concordia Publishing House, joins Andy and Sarah for a series on what Sabbath means for us. In this episode on chapter 2, they discuss why God chose to rest on Day 7 of creation, whether rest equals inactivity, what we learn about rest from God delighting in His creation, how the Third Commandment includes both our vertical relationship with God and our  horizontal relationship with creatures, how Jesus is the Sabbath Incarnate, and the Sabbath rest to come. Find Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play at cph.org/day-7-for-work-rest-or-play. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

What does Sabbath teach us about who we are—and what we're made for? The Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, Waldemar A. and June Schuette Professor of Systematic Theology and author of Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play from Concordia Publishing House, joins Andy and Sarah for a series on what Sabbath means for us. In this episode, covering the introduction and chapter 1, they discuss why Dr. Biermann chose to write this book, why it matters that we understand what “Sabbath” means, the relationship between person and purpose (telos), Luther's context for writing the explanation to the Third Commandment, the fundamental principle for understanding both the commandment and the Sabbath, and how the Sabbath was built into the very rhythm of creation. Find Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play at cph.org/day-7-for-work-rest-or-play. As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let's be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. Have a topic you'd like to hear about on The Coffee Hour? Contact us at: listener@kfuo.org.

Join us in a discussion about the Sabbath with systematic professors Dr. Joel Biermann and Dr. Joel Okamoto. Biermann's newly published book, Day 7: for Work, Rest, or Play, has a unique take on the seventh day and what it means to keep the Sabbath. Don't miss it!

Today's sermonette based on Titus 2:7-3:15 is given by Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann. This is a rebroadcast from February 3, 2017. Hear a guest pastor give a short sermonette based on the day's Daily Lectionary New Testament text during Morning and Evening Prayer. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

For most of us, the word “fellowship” brings to mind coffee and donuts on Sunday after church — or perhaps a monthly church potluck or seasonal Lenten soup supper.   For certain intrepid Lutherans, however, “fellowship” can mean much more than that.   In this episode, Sarah, Erin, and Rachel are highlighting and celebrating examples of EXTREME FELLOWSHIP!!! in Lutheran churches. From paintball tournaments to fashion shows, indoor camping to triangle dinners to ninja toilet treats (trust us: you'll just have to listen to understand this one), Lutherans are, it turns out, pros at finding fun and creative ways to spend time together as the body of Christ.   And then, of course, there's the most extreme act of fellowship of all: the Lord's Supper.   Resources referenced in this episode include the following:  Communities That Confess: How the Church Confesses Christ in a Culture of Isolation – The Lutheran Witness by Joel Biermann  Life Together by Dietrich Bonhoeffer  Connect with the Lutheran Ladies on social media in The Lutheran Ladies' Lounge Facebook discussion group (facebook.com/groups/LutheranLadiesLounge) and on Instagram @lutheranladieslounge. Follow Sarah (@hymnnerd), Rachel (@rachbomberger), and Erin (@erinaltered) on Instagram! Sign up for the Lutheran Ladies' Lounge monthly e-newsletter here, and email the Ladies at lutheranladies@kfuo.org.

How can Christians navigate the complex world of politics while staying true to their biblical values? On this special, First-Friday Free Text episode, tune in as Professor Joel Biermann and Pastor Booe explore how to engage in political discussions with grace and wisdom. This is an hour of insightful conversation and practical guidance on living out your faith in the public arena. The Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, systematics professor at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to discuss Christian ways to talk about politics. This program originally aired on February 2, 2024. Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations.

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann as we tackle some of the most challenging ethical dilemmas facing church leaders today. As our political landscape heats up, Dr. Biermann provides profound insights into how issues of sexuality, race, and immigration intertwine with rapid societal changes. Discover how Christians can maintain their allegiance to Christ above all else, even when the world around them seems politically charged and divisive.Step into the world of Christian ethics with us as we unpack Bonhoeffer's four mandates: family, labor, government, and church. We're diving into the tough questions about political alignment and the crucial role of voting in a democratic society. As we navigate the complex landscape of modern values, we reflect on the biblical intentions for marriage and family, emphasizing the importance of fulfilling God's great commission of stewardship through the nuclear family. Imagine a future where creation is restored, transcending physical limitations and embracing right relationships. Inspired by Martin Luther's imaginative insights, we discuss the significance of our material existence and the potential of our resurrected bodies in the new creation. By reimagining work as a fulfilling aspect of our purpose and balancing grace with works, we explore the practical ethics of faith in action, all while honoring God's design for our redeemed humanity.Do you have a dream to reach people with the gospel, but feel stuck? There is hope for you.Join us on an incredible learning journey to discover, develop, and deploy your calling to bless the world around you with the love of Jesus!All NEW ULC Missions ClassFor a 10% off discount - use code LEADTIME10 For a 25% off discount - join our LeadSupport the showJoin the Lead Time Newsletter! (Weekly Updates and Upcoming Episodes)https://www.uniteleadership.org/lead-time-podcast#newsletterVisit uniteleadership.org

Dr. Joel Biermann of Concordia Seminary-St. Louis Day 7: For Work, Rest or Play Dr. Biermann's YouTube Channel Wholly Citizens: God's Two Realms and Christian Engagement With the World A Case for Character: Towards a Lutheran Virtue Ethics The Lutheran Witness magazine The post 2843. How Christian Communities Confess Christ in Culture of Isolation – Dr. Joel Biermann, 10/10/24 first appeared on Issues, Etc..

The Rev. Dr. Joel D. Biermann is the Waldemar A. and June Schuette Professor of Systematic Theology at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, and author of several books, including Day 7: For Work, Rest, or Play (new from CPH) and Wholly Citizens: God's Two Realms and Christian Engagement with the World (Fortress).   In this lively and insightful Kitchen Table Talk conversation, Dr. Biermann answers timely questions on how to live, talk, think, and vote faithfully as a Christian citizen.  Can Christians (in good conscience) opt out of the voting process? If we are to vote, how do our Lutheran doctrines of vocation and the “two realms” inform our civic engagement? What pitfalls should we try to avoid as we engage in party politics and the democratic process? Can Christians still vote their consciences when there don't seem to be any truly good or godly choices on the ballot?  To learn and think more about this topic, subscribe to Dr. Biermann's YouTube channel, or check out his recommended follow-up read, Democracy and Solidarity: On the Cultural Roots of America's Political Crisis by James Davison Hunter.   Connect with the Lutheran Ladies on social media in The Lutheran Ladies' Lounge Facebook discussion group (facebook.com/groups/LutheranLadiesLounge) and on Instagram @lutheranladieslounge. Follow Sarah (@hymnnerd), Rachel (@rachbomberger), and Erin (@erinaltered) on Instagram! Sign up for the Lutheran Ladies' Lounge monthly e-newsletter here, and email the Ladies at lutheranladies@kfuo.org.

Today's sermonette based on 1 Corinthians 7:25-40 is given by Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann. This is a rebroadcast from August 14, 2017.

Dr. Joel Biermann joins as guest on this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast to discuss his new book, Day: 7: For Work, Rest, or Play. In this episode, Biermann discusses how his book explores the sabbath and how it's all about living in the joy and celebration of God's good gifts.Get a copy of his book on cph.org. Show NotesThe third commandment asks Christians to remember the sabbath day by keeping it holy - but how is one supposed to keep it holy? And how does work, rest, and play help us do just that? Dr. Joel Biermann joins the episode to talk about the sabbath and what it means for us in our daily lives.Listen to the full episode to hear Dr. Biermann talk about who he wrote his new book for, what his goal was when writing, how we can understand the sabbath's implications for our lives, the significance of the sabbath in the Bible, and more. QuestionsYou wrote this for a lay audience. How did you know that it was ready for a lay audience?What is your goal for Day 7?What do most people get wrong about the Sabbath?What does the Sabbath have to do with God creating the world?Is there any significance to Adam and Eve being created on the sixth day, and then resting with God on the seventh day?How did the Israelites in the Old Testament understand and observe the Sabbath?How did Jesus' teachings and healing miracles on the Sabbath help shape our understanding of what Sabbath means for us?Does the Sabbath give us a glimpse into what our eternal life with Christ in heaven will be like?What does it look like to live the vita receptiva?In your introduction, you say that the biblical idea of remembering the sabbath deserves more attention. What do you mean?What does it mean to follow the sabbath?What do you think most people get wrong about the sabbath? Why is called the sabbath? About the Guest The son of a pastor, Joel Biermann was raised in parishes in Alberta, Nebraska, and Michigan. After serving St. Matthew Lutheran Church in Holt, Michigan for 11 years, Dr. Biermann returned to Concordia Seminary to pursue graduate work. In 2002, he joined the faculty at Concordia Seminary in the department of systematic theology, teaching doctrinal theology with a special interest and emphasis centered on ethics and the correct role of the law in the life of the believer. Outside of his responsibilities at the seminary, Dr. Biermann serves actively at his home congregation, leading evangelism training, teaching an ongoing Sunday morning Bible class, and creating material for small group Bible studies.   Dr. Biermann is a frequent speaker at district and congregational gatherings and conferences covering a variety of topics especially relating to issues of discipleship and sanctification. Dr. Biermann holds the following degrees: B.A., Concordia College, Ann Arbor, Michigan M.Div., Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri Ph.D., Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Biermann and his wife Jeannalee live in St. Louis where they enjoy staying active in a variety of ways in the outdoors. They have three grown children and 11 grandchildren.

Dr. Joel Biermann of Concordia Seminary-St. Louis Day 7: For Work, Rest or Play Dr. Biermann's YouTube Channel Wholly Citizens: God's Two Realms and Christian Engagement With the World A Case for Character: Towards a Lutheran Virtue Ethics The Lutheran Witness magazine The post 1653. A Deeper Look at the Sabbath Commandment – Dr. Joel Biermann, 7/3/24 first appeared on Issues, Etc..

In part two of this series, Dr. Joel Biermann and Dr. Joel Okamoto discuss the role of the church vs. the role of individual Christians in political engagement. They don't offer a list of directions, but a framework in which to make the choices for yourself. Tune in! Their conversation will challenge you to think beyond the easy answers.

Dr. Joel Biermann of Concordia Seminary-St. Louis Courageous Fathers of the Bible Wholly Citizens: God's Two Realms and Christian Engagement With the World A Case for Character: Towards a Lutheran Virtue Ethics The Lutheran Witness magazine The post 1653. Fathers in the Bible – Dr. Joel Biermann, 6/13/15 first appeared on Issues, Etc..

The topic of Christian nationalism is hot in the media. How does our theology influence our political involvement? “Luther is brilliant in his understanding of the two realms,” says Dr. Joel Biermann, professor of systematic theology. “It's one of the most substantial areas where we see the tangible reality of theology hitting life.”

Dr. Michael Fieberkorn's new book Battle of the Soul: Luther Reforms Vice and Virtue explores our perception of sin and our role in developing virtue. “We don't need to be afraid that we're selling out our Lutheran faith tradition…the more seriously you take sin, the more seriously you need to take the reality that Christ said it is finished.” Dr. Michael Fieberkorn

How can Christians navigate the complex world of politics while staying true to their biblical values? On this special, First-Friday Free Text episode, tune in as Professor Joel Biermann and Pastor Booe explore how to engage in political discussions with grace and wisdom. This is an hour of insightful conversation and practical guidance on living out your faith in the public arena. The Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, systematics professor at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to discuss Christian ways to talk about politics.

Is sex a social construct, or is a person created male and female by design? Concordia Seminary professor Dr. Joel Biermann lays the groundwork for a biblical discussion of gender and sexual identity. Access Dr. Joel Biermann's “Woman and Man According to God's Plan” Lay Bible Institute class at scholar.csl.edu/lbiwomanandman. Bio: A full-time member of the faculty at Concordia Seminary since 2002, Joel Biermann revels in teaching doctrinal theology to Concordia's students – and to anyone else he can persuade to listen. He was ordained in 1987 and spent eleven years as a parish pastor serving congregations in Minnesota and Michigan before returning to the seminary for graduate work. He and his wife, Jeannalee, enjoy spending time pursuing a variety of activities afforded by the city, but most especially they cherish time with their three children and their spouses and their ten grandchildren all who live in the St. Louis area.  Learn about LCMS Life Ministry at lcms.org/life, and email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org. Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

Ringside crashes Concordia Seminary Symposium at St. Louis once again to have great conversations with our favorite teachers of the church. Today we talk to Dr. Joel Biermann about the Christian Church in America, and where we may have gone wrong.   Guest: Rev. Dr. Joel D. Biermann   Thank you:  1517.org  thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago   Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, Eddie Switek, ITO Radio America   YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR:  https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN   RINGSIDE HOLY LANDS CRUISE Learn More: https://www.eo.travelwithus.com/tours/pf24062224r61629?fbclid=IwAR3GId0t_Kzbp7CoIl2GMJg00KGMWJUKK-6y7VK1ZLicJa0nn-4R4t3lgJs#eotours   Music/Photo: Joel Allen Hess - “Arms of the King” Dead Horse One - “I love my man"

A blog by Jason Cherry. Jason Cherry is an elder at Trinity Reformed Church, as well as a teacher and lecturer of literature, American history, and economics at Providence Classical School in Huntsville, Alabama. He graduated from Reformed Theological Seminary with an MA in Religion and is the author of the book The Culture of Conversionism and the History of the Altar Call, now available on Amazon. He is husband to Traci, who is proficient at blessing others, and father to Anily and Gaby, who are gifted in the art of laughter.   Trinity Reformed Church is a CREC mission church in Huntsville, AL. seeking to extend and unite the Kingdom in the Huntsville area. Check out our website, Facebook or YouTube!

Today's sermonette based on 1 Corinthians 7:25-40 is given by Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann. This is a rebroadcast from August 14, 2017.

In this bonus episode, Pastor John plays a sermon preached at Concordia Seminary Saint Louis by professor Joel Biermann on the Parable of the Weeds.

Dr. Joel Biermann of Concordia Seminary-St. Louis Luther's Large Catechism with Annotations and Contemporary Applications Wholly Citizens: God's Two Realms and Christian Engagement With the World A Case for Character: Towards a Lutheran Virtue Ethics The Lutheran Witness magazine The post 2023. Moralistic Therapeutic Deism – Dr. Joel Biermann, 7/21/23 first appeared on Issues, Etc..

Dr. Joel Biermann of Concordia Seminary-St. Louis Luther's Large Catechism with Annotations and Contemporary Applications Wholly Citizens: God's Two Realms and Christian Engagement With the World A Case for Character: Towards a Lutheran Virtue Ethics The Lutheran Witness magazine

Dr. Joel Biermann of Concordia Seminary-St. Louis Luther's Large Catechism with Annotations and Contemporary Applications Wholly Citizens: God's Two Realms and Christian Engagement With the World A Case for Character: Towards a Lutheran Virtue Ethics The Lutheran Witness magazine

How do we serve God and live in the world? What relationship should the church have with the state? My guest today, Joel Biermann, answers those questions and more in his book, Wholly Citizens. Joel is a professor at Concordia Seminary, where he teaches systematic theology. Our discussion features a two-kingdom approach, but nothing like the two-kingdom view many of us have heard. He emphasizes the Reformation view of Martin Luther, as well as that of Calvin, in illustrating the robust relationship between church and state.   Wholly Citizens The first of 3 Lectures on the Wholly Citizens, delivered at Concordia Seminary (to see lectures two and three, click "Next" at the top right-hand corner). 

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Host: Kevin Smith Dives into the weekly news most impactful to the HeartlandHEADLINESA Mighty Controversy Is This Lutheran Catechism - Christianity Today - https://www.christianitytoday.com/news/2023/february/lutheran-catechism-concordia-publishing-critics-matthew-har.html?fbclid=IwAR1fTmGTD5bmljUm-3HBHoRFC5hLjOje6grzS6mBva7gNUEWM8nxhYvfRew_aem_Abw0xp27VoagVA-hQ7b1jmV9_JapK22txw534SD7aQXJ5G56w_NVpU5qBLinbl0HeGWP843SZL01HxQ3AwkN4A10p-nKzngDDxaiJHUkHX8dKbbAeztj2L-ofhC-x1Xbe4DkeYmYvQD04fuyzi_UwtrQLutherans for Racial Justice - https://lutheransforracialjustice.com/glass-onion?fbclid=IwAR1Qb-1XAlAgwMdvvvuhp33CjmmO1MVlioPa0fxhXczOFH1NlEPjPISwqZELIGHTNING ROUNDMontanaBill in the state Legislature seeks to regulate science curriculum in public schools.Montana Public Radio - https://www.mtpr.org/montana-news/2023-02-07/bill-would-ban-the-teaching-of-scientific-theories-in-montana-schools?utm_medium=social&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_term=nprnews&utm_campaign=npr&fbclid=IwAR392qd4WeNdpxNhtV73I8wVEXKXOOubKD9qdqzMGInE6P0KVobnrUkkZWw&mibextid=Zxz2cZArizonaFraud rampant in school-voucher program!AZ Central - https://www.azcentral.com/story/news/politics/arizona/2018/10/29/misspent-school-voucher-funds-exceed-700-k-little-recovered/1780495002/?fbclid=IwAR3Hu6hobnEXTu2ayvOSaGA7Xdf8um1VVirHq_OO8vnW0RMtbt22EKAErwk&mibextid=Zxz2cZ#ldw15g70l8d7ldvqauhSuper Bowl LVII betting.Wall Street Journal - https://www.wsj.com/articles/super-bowl-betting-projected-to-hit-record-16-billion-11675731607KansasOld homeowners get grantsShawnee Mission Post - https://shawneemissionpost.com/2023/02/07/lenexa-home-improvement-grants-193186/New homeowners get helpYahoo Finance - https://finance.yahoo.com/news/kansas-first-time-homebuyer-assistance-161649713.htmlMissouriOSHA fines against a Lone Jack, Missouri, cattle processor. KSHB Kansas - https://www.kshb.com/news/local-news/lone-jack-cattle-processor-again-facing-osha-fines-over-workplace-safety-concerns#MOLeg Republicans an emphatic YES! for kids parading with guns.The Guardian - https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/feb/09/missouri-rejects-ban-children-carrying-guns-in-publicThe first weekend numbers are in after legalized marijuana hit the state of Missouri.Leafly - https://www.leafly.com/news/politics/missouri-tops-12-million-in-marijuana-sales-during-opening-rec-weekendOklahomaTranquil Trans Protest.Fox News - https://okcfox.com/news/local/protests-at-state-capitol-sparking-nationwide-outrage-gov-governor-kevin-stitt-ok-oklahoma-state-of-the-state-transgender-trans-gender-rights-pro-law-legislature-legislative-gender-affirming-care-trust-women-freedom-oklahomaIowaThe U.S. Department of Labor vs Construction Bad Actors.Iowa Capital Dispatch - https://iowacapitaldispatch.com/2023/02/03/feds-file-lawsuits-accusing-two-iowa-companies-of-labor-violations/Medical malpractitioners  protected by state republicansDes Moines Register - https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/politics/2023/02/08/iowa-house-votes-to-limit-medical-malpractice-damages-a-gop-priority/69866480007/Lastly, The Trifurcation of the GOPIndy 100 - https://www.indy100.com/politics/donald-trump-ron-desantis-republican-party?utm_campaign=Main&utm_content=Echobox&utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Twitter&utm_term=Autofeed#Echobox=1675808611The Guardian - https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2023/feb/09/nikki-haley-presidential-run-ron-desantis-donald-trump-poll?CMP=Share_iOSApp_Other

Today's sermonette based on Titus 2:7-3:15 is given by Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann from Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. This is a rebroadcast from February 3, 2017.

Seminary professor Dr. Joel Biermann provides a field guide for navigating culture, society, and politics as a Christian. Beginning with Luther's theology of the Two Realms, Dr. Biermann discusses how Christians are called to simultaneously live, function, and serve neighbor as members of the Church and as civilians in the world. While Christians may be tempted to despair as they witness the world at odds with God's will for human life and flourishing, we have a clear call to action from our Lord, and it includes involvement in government and faithfulness in one's God-given vocations. Bio: A full-time member of the faculty at Concordia Seminary since 2002, Joel Biermann revels in teaching doctrinal theology to Concordia's students – and to anyone else he can persuade to listen. He was ordained in 1987 and spent eleven years as a parish pastor serving congregations in Minnesota and Michigan before returning to the seminary for graduate work. He and his wife, Jeannalee, enjoy spending time pursuing a variety of activities afforded by the city, but most especially they cherish time with their three children and their spouses and their ten grandchildren all who live in the St. Louis area. Learn about LCMS Life Ministry at lcms.org/life, and email us at friendsforlife@lcms.org. Not all the views expressed are necessarily those of the LCMS; please discuss any questions with your pastor.

In this episode, Ben and Josh talk with Dr. Joel Bierman about the theology of two realms.  Don't know what that is?  Listen in for a definition!

Dr. Joel Biermann of Concordia Seminary-St. Louis Wholly Citizens: God's Two Realms and Christian Engagement With the World A Case for Character: Towards a Lutheran Virtue Ethics The Lutheran Witness magazine

Dr. Joel Biermann believes every Dad needs to "know the point of what he's doing" as a father, both with respect to God and to his family. The church community can be a great place for encouragement of fathers to consistently model the Christian faith with healthy family interactions. Joel is Professor of Systematic Theology at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. Pastor John Cain hosts.

This one admittedly has more tangents than usual, but we didn't have a guest to keep us focused - also you're not our supervisor.  We mostly talked about apologetics - the defense of the faith.   Recommendations from the episode: Books: Mere Christianity, The Explicit Gospel, and God's Not Dead Video: Apologetics by Joel Biermann

Preaching and teaching through a Christ-centered lens is more than just mentioning "Jesus" regularly in sermons and Bible studies. Dr. Joel Biermann joins Peter and Kevin in this episode and shares how he keeps everything focused on Christ.

Today's sermonette based on Titus 2:7-3:15 is given by Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann from Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, Missouri. This is a rebroadcast from February 3, 2017.

Dr. Joel Biermann of Concordia Seminary-St. Louis Wholly Citizens: God's Two Realms and Christian Engagement With the World A Case for Character: Towards a Lutheran Virtue Ethics The Lutheran Witness magazine

Soundbite of the Week 1 Pr. Matt Harrison, Confessing for Posterity 2 Dr. Joel Biermann, Do the Lutheran Confessions Teach the Separation of Church and State? 3 Greg Koukl, The New Definition of Oppression 4 Pr. Bryan Wolfmueller, Is Your Faith Strong Enough?

Dr. Joel Biermann of Concordia Seminary-St. Louis Wholly Citizens: God's Two Realms and Christian Engagement With the World A Case for Character: Towards a Lutheran Virtue Ethics The Lutheran Witness magazine

You're sitting around the table for family dinner when all of a sudden, Uncle Jim blurts out that anyone who doesn't vote Donald Trump for president in 2020 is an idiot. How do you respond? If you disagree, do you even try and begin a conversation? Join Pastor Sam and special guest, Dr. Joel Biermann from Concordia Seminary St. Louis as they discuss politics around the table. How should a Christian be in our current polarized political sphere? Is there a right way to vote as a Christian? Why do Christians actually have a responsibility to vote? With everything said, we know that God works all things out for good and that Jesus is reigning on the throne! In the end, everything is going to be ok. So grab a drink and pull up a chair as we discuss the importance of politics in the civil life of a Christian.

You're sitting around the table for family dinner when all of a sudden, Uncle Jim blurts out that anyone who doesn't vote Donald Trump for president in 2020 is an idiot. How do you respond? If you disagree, do you even try and begin a conversation? Join Pastor Sam and special guest, Dr. Joel Biermann from Concordia Seminary St. Louis as they discuss politics around the table. How should a Christian be in our current polarized political sphere? Is there a right way to vote as a Christian? Why do Christians actually have a responsibility to vote? With everything said, we know that God works all things out for good and that Jesus is reigning on the throne! In the end, everything is going to be ok. So grab a drink and pull up a chair as we discuss the importance of politics in the civil life of a Christian.

Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann, Professor of Systematic Theology at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, MO, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the root of the American ideology of voting, if God cares whether we vote a certain way, how we can determine how God would want us to vote, and how we love our neighbors in the voting booth. Read his article Beyond the Booth in the August 2020 issue of the Lutheran Witness and at witness.lcms.org/2020/beyond-the-booth. Read and listen to LW online at witness.lcms.org and subscribe to the Lutheran Witness at cph.org/witness. Listen to more episode of The Coffee Hour at kfuo.org/thecoffeehour. The Coffee Hour is underwritten by Concordia University Wisconsin. Live Uncommon. Learn more at cuw.edu.