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On The Line
OTL is the Lutheran, Long-Form podcast that engages Theology and Culture. New Episodes Every Monday!
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On The LineDr. Susan Mobley: This Idea Changed Everything (And We Barely Noticed)
Join us at the long table as we trace the story of education from the Reformation to today, uncover how classical models form character and cultivate virtue…
On The LineDr. Joel Biermann & Rev. David Ramirez: Debate on Christian Nationalism
Join us at the long table as we open our debate series with a pressing question for the Church: What does it mean to speak of “Christian nationalism,” and how…
On The LinePresident Rev. John Hill: Where is the Lutheran Church Going? Leadership, Education, and Renewal
Join us at the long table as we reflect on the challenges and opportunities facing confessional Lutheranism today, from sustaining faithful congregations in…
On The LineDr. James Lee: Lutheranism After Luther (The Untold 1800s Story)
Join us at the long table as we explore the Lutheran confessional revival of the nineteenth century, uncover the lives and thought of its key theologians, and…
On The LineTim Wood: What the Data Says About the Future of Lutheranism
Join us at the long table as we take an unflinching look at the numbers shaping the future of Lutheranism—and consider how honesty, clarity, and confessional…
On The LineCol. Willie Grills: Reality is Not What You Think: Aliens, Demons, and Cryptids
Join us at the long table as we question the official story, explore the rise of conspiracy thinking, and ask how Christians can remain anchored in truth and…
On The LineDr. Louis Markos: Awakening the Christian Mind: Paganism vs. Modernism vs. Christianity
Join us at the long table as we recover the moral imagination, rediscover the wisdom of the ancients, and explore how story—rooted in truth, beauty, and…
On The LineJacob Benson: Reigniting Wonder: How All Great Stories Echo the One True Story
Join us at the long table as we explore how stories shape the Christian imagination, from the parables of Christ to the poetry of Tolkien, where beauty…
On The LineDr. Joel Biermann: How Lutherans Understand Good Works (Hint: It’s Not What You Think)
Join us at the long table as we dig into what it means to be wholly citizens of both heaven and earth, recover a robust Lutheran ethic, and consider how…
On The LineDr. James Lee: How the Early Church Defeated Heresies & Preserved Christian Doctrine
Join us at the long table as we trace the roots of Christian tradition, wrestle with the legacy of the Church Fathers, and recover a vision of doctrine…
On The LineDr. David Petersen: The Seven Deadly Sins (and Why You Should Know Them)
Join us at the long table as we confront the seven deadly sins not just as abstract categories, but as real spiritual threats—and explore how humility…
On The LineDr. David Petersen: A Lutheran Renewal is Happening Against the Odds
Rev. Dr. David H. Petersen has served as Pastor of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Fort Wayne, Indiana, since 2000. A graduate of Central Michigan University and…
On The LineDr. Christian Preus: Epic Bible Study on Genesis
Rev. Dr. Christian Preus is pastor of Mount Hope Lutheran Church in Casper, Wyoming, and Chairman of the Board of Regents for Luther Classical College. He…
On The LineDr. Jamison Hardy: Major Updates on the Concordia Universities
Rev. Dr. Jamison J. Hardy is a former district president in the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod and a member of the President of the Concordia University…
On The LineDr. Joel Okamoto: What Hinduism and Buddhism Believe (and How Christianity Differs)
About Today’s Guest Dr. Joel P. Okamoto is the Waldemar and Mary Griesbach Professor of Systematic Theology at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, where he has…
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Caleb Keith: Wrestling with Sanctification & the Theology of the Cross
Caleb Keith is a Lutheran theologian and podcast producer at 1517, where he serves as the voice behind The Thinking Fellows and Outlaw God podcasts and…
On The LineDr. Joel Elowsky: The Early Church Was Lutheran
Rev. Dr. Joel C. Elowsky is Professor of Historical Theology at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis, where he also directs the Center for the Study of Early…
On The LineDr. Larry Sanger: The Eucharist: Symbolic or Real? | Wikipedia Founder Debates
Dr. Larry Sanger is a philosopher, technologist, and co-founder of Wikipedia, one of the world's most widely used reference platforms. He holds a Ph.D. in…
On The LineDr. Larry Sanger: Why Wikipedia Founder Converted From Agnostic To Christianity
Dr. Larry Sanger is a philosopher, technologist, and co-founder of Wikipedia, one of the world's most widely used reference platforms. He holds a Ph.D. in…
On The LineDr. Jon Bruss: Residential Seminary Is The Gold Standard
Please note: We apologize for the audio issues between 45:57 and the first break at 1:05:21. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Rev. Dr. Jon S…
On The LineWhy Felix Loc converted from Evangelical to Lutheran
Felix Loc is the Chief Administrative Officer of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, overseeing the national office's operations and supporting the Synod…
On The LineJeff Hemmer: How the Industrial Revolution Broke the Family & Gender Roles
Rev. Jeff Hemmer is an LCMS pastor serving in St. Louis and a leading voice on recovering godly masculinity within the Church. He is the author of "Man Up!…
On The LineHans Fiene: Jewish-Christian Tension, Misguided Zeal, & Overcoming Depression
Rev. Hans Fiene is the pastor of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Crestwood, Missouri. He is the creator of Lutheran Satire, a multimedia project that uses…
On The LineDr. Adam Koontz: Aliens, Conspiracies, and Revitalizing Lutheranism
Check Out Our New Website! https://ontheline.net/ Support The Launch of LIT- https://institute.ontheline.net/donation/ Rev. Dr. Adam Koontz is a Lutheran…
On The LineJeff Schwarz and Todd Wilken: Issues Etc. Reveals Shocking True Story Behind Cancellation
Check Out Our New Website! https://ontheline.net/ Support The Launch of LIT- https://institute.ontheline.net/donation/ Todd Wilken is a Lutheran pastor and…
On The LineRev. Ben Ball: Why More Young Lutherans Are Identifying As “Traditional”
🎧 Welcome to Episode 64 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 Rev. Benjamin Ball serves as the Second Vice President of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (LCMS)…
On The LineDr. Stephen Pietsch: What is Happening in the Australian Lutheran Church?
🎧 Welcome to Episode 63 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 Dr. Stephen Pietsch is an associate professor of Practical Theology at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis…
On The LineRev. Daniel Broaddus: Mind-Blowing Discussion on The Bible
🎧 Welcome to Episode 62 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 🔗 Stay Connected with Us! Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates…
On The LineRolf Preus: Catholics & Lutherans on Justification, Sanctification, & Atonement
🎧 Welcome to Episode 61 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 Rev. Rolf Preus graduated from Concordia Theological Seminary (CTS), Fort Wayne, IN, with a Master of…
On The LineRev. David Buchs: How Christianity Changes You
🎧 Welcome to Episode 59 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 🔗 Stay Connected with Us! Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates…
On The LineDr. Robert Kolb: The Real Story of Martin Luther & The Reformation
🎧 Welcome to Episode 58 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 Dr. Robert Kolb is a renowned Lutheran theologian and professor emeritus at Concordia Seminary in St…
On The LineRev. James May: Voodoo, Greed, & Other Challenges to the Church's Mission in Africa
🎧 Welcome to Episode 57 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 🔗 Stay Connected with Us! Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates…
On The LineRev. Rolf Preus: Seminex & The History of Controversy in American Lutheranism
🎧 Welcome to Episode 56 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 🔗 Stay Connected with Us! Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates…
On The LineDr. Scott Keith, Executive Director of 1517: Masculinity, Fatherhood, and the Origins of 1517
🎧 Welcome to Episode 55 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 Scott Keith is the Executive Director of 1517. He is a co-host of The Thinking Fellows Podcast and a…
On The LineJosh Arndt: Carnivore Diet, Physical Health, & Spiritual Discipline
🎧 Welcome to Episode 54 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 We sit down with Joshua Arndt to explore the art of discipline in various areas of life. From physical…
On The LineDr. Bryan Wolfmueller: Evangelicals vs. Catholicism vs. Lutheranism in America
🎧 Welcome to Episode 53 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 Dr. Bryan Wolfmueller is a Lutheran pastor, author, and LCMS speaker known for his engaging teaching…
On The LineRev. Christian Einertson: Lutheranism is The True Catholic Church?
🎧 Welcome to Episode 52 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 Rev. Christian Einertson, serving as a pastor in Southern Minneapolis, is also a distinguished candidate…
On The LineDr. Tim Ahlman: The State of the Church, Ordination Routes, & Jordan Peterson
🎧 Welcome to Episode 51 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 🔗 Stay Connected with Us! Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates…
On The LineDort Preus: Mother of 12, Grandmother of 85, Shares Wisdom
🎧 Welcome to Episode 50 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 Dort Preus is a devoted Lutheran wife and mother of 12 children, including 11 boys, and the grandmother…
On The LineDr. Bryan Wolfmueller: Lessons of the Martyrs: Overcoming Fear & Death
🎧 Welcome to Episode 49 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 Dr. Bryan Wolfmueller is a Lutheran pastor, author, and LCMS speaker known for his engaging teaching…
On The LineRev. Christian Einertson: Ancient Wisdom the Church Has Forgotten
🎧 Welcome to Episode 48 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 Rev. Christian Einertson, serving as a pastor in Southern Minneapolis, is also a distinguished candidate…
On The LineGreg Joseph: Ballot Manipulation, Ukraine, and Election Expectations
🎧 Welcome to Episode 47 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 Greg Joseph is a practicing lawyer who has represented many high-profile cases defending against…
On The LineDr. Burnell Eckardt: A Case for the Holy Liturgy of the Christian Church
🎧 Welcome to Episode 46 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 The Rev. Burnell F. Eckardt Jr. is a Pastor of St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Kewanee, Illinois. He holds…
On The LineDale Ahlquist: The Life, Writings, and Timeless Wisdom of G.K. Chesterton
🎧 Welcome to Episode 45 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 🔗 Stay Connected with Us! Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates…
On The LineDr. Kristen Einertson: Restoring Christian Habits In The Household
🎧 Welcome to Episode 44 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 Visit Kristen's website at https://allthehousehold.com/ to learn more and explore their work! 🔗 Stay…
On The LineChristian Preus: Atheism & The Gods of the Culture
🎧 Welcome to Episode 43 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 🔗 Stay Connected with Us! Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates…
On The LineRev. David Ramirez: How The Enlightenment Deceived Christians
🎧 Welcome to Episode 42 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 To learn more about Rev. David Ramirez or to better understand his arguments, please click below…
On The LineEvan Scamman: Defending Confessional Lutheranism
🎧 Welcome to Episode 41 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 🔗 Stay Connected with Us! Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates…
On The LineDr. Peter Scaer: Modern Day Heresies & How to Respond
Welcome to Episode 40 of On The Line! 🔗 Stay Connected with Us! Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates…
On The LineDr. David Peterson: How Lutherans Should Read The Bible
Welcome to Episode 38 of the On The Line Podcast! 🔗 Stay Connected with Us! Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates…
On The LineStephen Wiesenauer: Christ on the Frontlines, the War in Burma
Welcome to Episode 35 of the On The Line Podcast! 🔗 Stay Connected with Us! Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates…
On The LineDr. Ryan MacPherson: The Classical Education Revival
🎧 Welcome to Episode 34 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 🔗 Stay Connected with Us! Follow us on Instagram for behind-the-scenes looks and more updates…
On The LineRev. Jacob Benson: The Real Spiritual War & Artificial Intelligence
🎧 Welcome to Episode 33 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 Join Bryan and Jacob Benson as they delve into the issues hindering spiritual growth in the church and…
On The LineDr. Adam Francisco: History & Beliefs of Islam
🎧 Welcome to Episode 32 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧 Adam is Director of Academics and Scholar in Residence at 1517. He earned his doctorate from the…
On The LineRev. Andy Richard: Marriage & Sex
Join Bryan Stecker as he sits down with author Andy Richard to explore his insightful book on marriage. In this engaging conversation, Andy answers ten crucial…
On The LineDr. Harold Ristau: Demonic Activity & Christian Courage
Bryan sits down with Dr. Harold Ristau, the newly appointed president of Luther Classical College, for an in-depth discussion. They explore Dr. Ristau's…