Best Babel Radio Podcasts (2024)

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Genesis: The Blessing And The Betrayal 28:21

1h ago28:21

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Jacob must have been one rotten kid! In spite of God's clear direction, and although his other son was a numskull, Isaac did not want Jacob to receive his blessing. If it were up to Isaac, it would be Esau who would carry the family line forward. Jacob was not an option. However, God's decree would not be thwarted, would it? That will be the focus …

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Woman and the Divine Image (Rebroadcast) 57:05

36m ago57:05

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Cross Defense returns with a look at Scripture’s answer to the controversial question, what is a woman? Francis Pieper provides our theological road map. Grab your Bible, pop in your headphones, and check out your church’s copy of Christian Dogmatics, Vol. I. Woman is a curious topic that the world doesn’t grasp. But God does! This program original…

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Unionism is Not Unity (Rebroadcast) 52:39

2h ago52:39

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Orthodoxy, heterodoxy, and unionism. God prohibits church fellowship with heterodox churches. Why? True and false cannot exist with equal standing. If true allows for false, true ceases to be true. Learn more about this and other reasons why the orthodox church is not to fraternize with those who teach contrary to Scripture. Find the resource about…

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Genesis: The Patriarchs And Predestination Of Israel 29:27

18h ago29:27

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Meet Abraham. Isaac. Jacob. These men, hailed as the 'patriarchs' of the Old Testament, helped shape the entire narrative of our faith.They were also sinners. Big, big sinners. In today's sermon, we'll see that the patriarchs needed God's grace every bit as much as we do. And God gave it to them! His providential care is seen in every part of Genes…

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God Revealed the Definition of Woman (Rebroadcast) 57:00

7d ago57:00

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The Church of England has a hard time defining the word woman while an ex-trans teenage girl recognizes the irreversible damage she did to her womanly body. Pastor Bramwell discusses these two reports before answering questions about women teaching the “Pastor’s Bible Study” and the hiddenness of Christ in a woman's gentle and quiet spirit. This pr…

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Genesis: A Father's Sacrifice Of A Son 26:19

11d ago26:19

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In Genesis 22, God told Abraham to sacrifice his son. Why? For many, this event is one of the most confusing in all of Scripture - why would God tell Abraham to sacrifice Isaac? What was His purpose? And then, why would He tell Abraham to stay his knife? In today's study, we will study this difficult and heartrending event. Questions That We'll Ans…

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Women in Bible Study, and the Lord’s Prayer in the Face of Lawlessness and Bad Government (Rebroadcast) 54:30

15d ago54:30

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Pastor Bramwell answers a listener’s question about women in Bible study, highlighting the relationships between the saints and how they are lived out in love and service to all. Then it’s on to lawlessness, bad government, and praying the Lord’s Prayer. This program originally aired on July 9, 2022. Host Rev. Tyrel Bramwell, St. Mark Lutheran Chur…

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Who is the Antichrist? It’s Not a Mystery (Rebroadcast) 53:02

25d ago53:02

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2 Thessalonians 2 describes the marks of the Antichrist. And guess what? The Church has long held that the pope is a perfect match. Pastor Bramwell walks through the Biblical description and the papistic fulfillment of this enemy of Christ. This program originally aired on July 23, 2022. Host Rev. Tyrel Bramwell, pastor of St. Mark Lutheran Church …

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Genesis: The Destruction Of Sodom And Gomorrah 28:54

22d ago28:54

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Sodom and Gomorrah are the poster children for God's wrath. In Genesis 19, we come across a cautionary tale to a world hellbent on offending a holy God. Specifically, Genesis 19 describes the destruction of these two cities. The destruction was horrific. It was severe. And yet, in Matthew 10, Jesus says that an even worse judgment will befall those…

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Genesis: Abraham, Sarah, And God's Big Promise 32:14

29d ago32:14

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In Genesis 18 made a promise so outrageous that Sarah laughed. The promises that He has made you are even bigger. God has promised to save and sanctify you, to wipe away all your tears, and to dwell with you in Paradise for eternity. Now those are promises! But how can we be sure they apply to us (and that they will be fulfilled)? That will be the …

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No Kids for Sunday School and the Prom Phenomenon (Rebroadcast) 52:21

1M ago52:21

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What should we do when there aren’t enough kids to have Sunday School? Do we need Sunday School? Is Sunday School biblical? Where did it come from? When did it become the norm? Who is Robert Raikes and what does John Dewey have to do with Sunday School? How does it relate to the Small Catechism and what on earth is the Prom Phenomenon? We answer al…

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Is Alcoholism a Disease? (Rebroadcast) 54:49

1M ago54:49

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Is alcoholism a disease? As we go to Scripture for our answer, we’ll consult the Alcoholics Anonymous Big Book, grab a couple of volumes of Luther’s Works, pull in the thoughts of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, and discover the tactic of Screwtape’s demonic colleague, Guzzle. This program originally aired October 1, 2022. Host Rev. Tyrel Bramwell, pastor of …

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Genesis: Abraham, The Friend Of God 26:36

1M ago26:36

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God made Abraham mind-boggling promises. And Abraham believed Him. In Genesis 12, Abraham was introduced with little fanfare. He was a man from a pagan family and a pagan background. And yet, God was going to make this nobody a series of incredible promises - promises that Abraham believed in, and then acted accordingly. Questions That We'll Answer…

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Ancient Apocalypse, the Flood, and the Migdal of Babel (Rebroadcast) 53:51

2M ago53:51

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Graham Hancock’s hit Netflix show, Ancient Apocalypse, has stirred up controversy. It goes against mainstream science and is all about the memory of a global flood preserved in mankind’s ancient structures. Did an advanced pre-flood civilization exist? Did they teach post-flood people groups their technology? What does this have to do with the pyra…

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Genesis: The Tower Of Babel 30:35

1M ago30:35

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God told the people to go outward. Instead, they went upward. "Be fruitful, multiply, and fill the earth" God told the people. But they said no - in their minds, it was safer and smarter to stay in one place. And so, they built a formidable 'tower' in Genesis 11. In today's study we'll read about that tower (and God's response). Questions That We'l…

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Genesis: Noah And The Great Flood 31:45

2M ago31:45

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The wrong question: how did all the animals fit in the ark? The most crucial question of Genesis 6 is NOT about the animals. Not at all. Rather, it is this: why was an ark needed in the first place? In other words, why was God willing to flood the entire globe, only six chapters after creating it? Seems drastic. So why did God do it, and what does …

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From Climate Crisis to Faith Crisis (Rebroadcast) 54:32

2M ago54:32

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World leaders want us to take action in the face of a global climate crisis. Okay, so why aren’t self-professing Christians packing into pews to hear and receive God’s Word and Sacraments? Pastor Bramwell takes us on a tour of Scripture verses that should inform our behavior in the face of a worldwide climate emergency. If we’re facing a climate cr…

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Christian Parents Matter to Kids, and the Nation (Rebroadcast) 56:40

2M ago56:40

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Luther Classical College’s November mailer continues the conversation about Sunday School and the parental responsibility of training children in the Christian faith. But what do pastors care so much about this? Martin Luther and C.F.W. Walther articulate the answer. Christian parents matter to kids! They are also the solution to every problem that…

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Genesis: A Murder East Of Eden 26:32

2M ago26:32

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That didn't take long, did it? You might have thought Genesis 4 couldn't go worse than Genesis 3 - that mankind would have learned its lesson. Surely man would do better! Surely he'd turn away from sin! However, before Genesis 4 was over, a blood soaked corpse proved otherwise. Questions That We'll Answer: A) Why did Cain kill his brother? And what…

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Christian Nationalism (Rebroadcast) 56:19

2M ago56:19

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Journalists say Christian Nationalism is on the rise. What is it? How is the term used? Do people want to be associated with it? The Augsburg Confession is a helpful place to start the conversation. Plus, we learn about the faithfulness of our third-century Christian brother, Alexamenos, and about overcoming verbal allergens. This program originall…

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Genesis: The Temptation And The Fall 32:48

2M ago32:48

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One sin. That's all it took. In our day, sin is treated casually - as a marketing device (think 'Sin City'), and rarely as a spiritual anchor. But one sin is all it took for man to be thrown out of the garden, and for chaos to sweep the created realm. This tells us two things: 1) sin must be really bad, and 2) God must be really holy. Questions Tha…

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Wokeness is the Antithesis to Christianity (Rebroadcast) 53:03

3M ago53:03

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Did you know that in today’s woke culture Christians are the heretics? Listen to a voice message that says as much before Pastor Bramwell addresses nine wicked spiritual effects that wokeness has on Christianity. Francis Schaeffer once observed that the spiritual battle is bigger than Christians often realize. He was right! This episode originally …

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Equality: Satan’s Lie (Rebroadcast) 56:08

3M ago56:08

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Is it true that all men are equal or is that a satanic lie? What does Scripture say? Pastor Bramwell turns us to Rev. C.F.W. Walther’s lectures on Communism and Socialism as a springboard into God’s Word on the question. Find the resource mentioned in this episode at stmarksferndale.com/waltheroncommunism. This program originally aired on September…

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Genesis: In The Beginning (Creation) 31:40

3M ago31:40

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There is a God, and you are not Him. The starting point for all correct theology or philosophy is found in Genesis 1, which declares God's existence and transcendence over that which He has made. "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth." Questions That We'll Answer: A) Why do people argue for 'evolution' or the 'big bang' instead? …

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He Is Risen: Witnesses To The Resurrection 26:07

3M ago26:07

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Witnesses, proof, evidences - it was all there. The resurrection of Jesus Christ is one of the most heavily reported, historically verified events of antiquity. And that's a good thing, since the fate and future of billions hangs in the balance. Today, we'll consider the implications of the empty tomb. Questions That We'll Answer: A) Why were the a…

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1 Clement on Division, Pt 2: Combat, Love, and Repentance (Rebroadcast) 56:10

3M ago56:10

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Pastor Bramwell concludes the conversation on division, using 1 Clement as a springboard to dive into the Bible. The Church is militant. Her warfare is not against people but for people—so that all would reach repentance. This program originally aired October 22, 2022. Host Rev. Tyrel Bramwell, pastor of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Ferndale, Califo…

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Behold The Lamb: Why Jesus Was The Lamb Of God 24:55

3M ago24:55

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On the day the people were looking for a perfect lamb for their Passover celebration, the 'lamb of God' approached. It wasn't a coincidence. In today's study, we will consider the events of Palm Sunday through an unusual set of eyes - those of John the Baptist. Why did John call Jesus the 'lamb of God?' Why didn't anyone else see Him that way? Ques…

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1 Clement on Division, Pt. 1: Combat and Love (Rebroadcast) 55:53

3M ago55:53

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From one church to another, 1 Clement draws from Scripture to address division and instruct the faithful in matters of Christian combat, which is never in opposition to love. Plus, what if you don’t live near a faithful church? Good question. Pr. Bramwell has an answer. This program originally aired October 15, 2022. Host Rev. Tyrel Bramwell, pasto…

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When Christians Undergo Trials And Tribulations 24:33

4M ago24:33

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You won't find 'utopia' in a warzone. So many people misunderstand their reality. They think that this world is their home, irrespective of how little time they'll spend here. They think this world is great, irrespective of the landmines going off around them. Conversely, the Bible says that this world is filled with trials and hardships. And so, o…

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Bringing Your Kids to Church (Rebroadcast) 56:08

4M ago56:08

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The struggle is real, isn’t it? Our children don’t always want to go to church, especially during their teenage years. Pastor Bramwell confirms that you’re far from alone in your hardship, provides encouragement from church history, gives practical instruction from Scripture on how to ease the struggle, and finally offers an excellent resource to a…

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Vulnerable Evangelists (Rebroadcast) 57:57

4M ago57:57

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Pastor Bramwell talks with Rev. Shauen Trump, LCMS regional director of Africa, about what we can learn from missionaries in Africa. The result is a look at Acts 8:1-4 and every Christian’s call to be a vulnerable evangelist. Learn more about Rev. Trump and the work being done in Africa at lcms.org/trump. This program originally aired August 6, 202…

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What Is Love: A Story Of Passion And Sacrifice 28:10

4M ago28:10

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What makes 'love' greater than faith or hope? In 1 Corinthians 13, Paul said "now abide faith, hope, love, these three; but the greatest of these is love." So, why is 'love' superior? Well, for starters, it is the only one of those three words that applies to God. God does not have 'faith.' God does not hope. But HE DOES LOVE - in fact, HE IS LOVE!…

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The Desert: Salvation Comes To The Wasteland 28:08

4M ago28:08

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The desert is home to some of the Bible's most fascinating stories. In Acts 8, there was a caravan traveling in the desert of Judea. At its head was a pagan eunuch - someone well outside of the covenant community, but not outside of God's plan of salvation. And in order to reach this man, God sent an evangelist into the wasteland. His name was Phil…

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Constellations and the Gospel of Jesus Christ (Rebroadcast) 55:52

4M ago55:52

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Christians don’t look up to the heavens for wisdom. We look down into the Scriptures. What do the Scriptures say about the sun, moon, and stars? What does the fourth day of creation tell us about them? How about Psalm 19, the book of Job, and Jonah? Plus, there’s Josephus’ input, and we’ll consider what the founder of the Institute for Creation Res…

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Adoptionism: Then and Now (Rebroadcast) 56:24

4M ago56:24

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Pastor Bramwell discusses the 2nd-century heresy of adoptionism and how it is still alive and actively held by Unitarians today. How did the ancient church confront this false teaching and how does Scripture refute it? This program originally aired August 13, 2022. Host Rev. Tyrel Bramwell, pastor of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Ferndale, California…

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Why Do The Nations Rage Against God 27:43

5M ago27:43

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Rebellion. Rejection. Disdain. The nations have long rejected God's rule in favor of their own. But why? What causes the nations to rage against God, and to plot so many vain things? In today's sermon, we'll consider mankind's ongoing rebellion and God's response. Questions That We'll Answer: A) How do nations, leaders, and political parties foment…

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The Gospel Echo of Acts 2 (Rebroadcast) 56:16

5M ago56:16

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Christians are saved from the Word of God that the Holy Spirit brings to us. When we look at Acts 2, we see that the sound of Holy Spirit is an echo from heaven that delivers the report of Christ-crucified for the forgiveness of sins to the apostles, their hearers, and YOU! Join Pastor Bramwell as he explores the curious topic of Luke’s use of echo…

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Behold What Manner Of Love! 30:46

5M ago30:46

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God does not have any 'peons' in Heaven. He has family. Your salvation accomplishes so much more than just 'punching your ticket' to Heaven. Rather, it includes this wonderful outcome: you are treated as family when you get there! God has no peons in Heaven, but He does have sons and daughters. "Behold what manner of love the Father has given unto …

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Characteristics of The Loving Resistance Fighter (Rebroadcast) 57:12

5M ago57:12

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In the first segment Rev. Sam Schuldheisz teaches us more about the redeemed imagination. During the rest of the show Pastor Bramwell goes back to a conversation on technology in order to think through the characteristics of the loving resistance fighter as detailed by Neil Postman in Technopoly. Find this book at Amazon.com. This program originall…

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Mustard Seed (This Is How The Church Grows) 26:32

5M ago26:32

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Mustard seeds are small. But they don't stay that way! In Matthew 13, Jesus shared the parable of the 'mustard seed' in describing the kingdom's growth. Mustard seed start small. But in time, they grow upward and outward. Now, who did Jesus share this parable with? He shared it with a smattering of disciples on the shoreline. They were few. But fas…

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Is the New Testament Trustworthy? (Rebroadcast) 53:06

5M ago53:06

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Rev. Sam Schuldheisz joins the show to discuss four practical ways to exercise the imagination and then Rev. Bramwell discusses how the bibliographical, internal evidence, and external evidence tests help us know whether or not we can trust what the New Testament says. How does the historical method answer the question of whether or not the Nest Te…

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Hope For Grieving Hearts (Life After Death) 26:24

5M ago26:24

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If you have lost someone that you love, it is natural to grieve. With that said, GRIEF is NOT the same as DESPAIR. In 1 Thessalonians 4, the Apostle Paul makes this distinction. Specifically, he says that although it is OK to lament the loss of a loved one, we do not sorrow as those who have no hope. Reunions are coming. And because of that, our 'g…

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How Do Democracy and Christianity Connect? (Rebroadcast) 53:17

5M ago53:17

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John Warwick Montgomery helps us understand the relationship between democracy and Christianity, Rev. Richard Wurmbrand provides an example of happy suffering, and Rev. Sam Schuldheisz is back to discuss the imagination, this time from the New Testament. This program originally aired February 8, 2021. Host Rev. Tyrel Bramwell, St. Mark Lutheran Chu…

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The Night Is Spent, The Day Is At Hand 28:14

6M ago28:14

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How much time do you have left? In Romans 13, the Apostle Paul answered that question this way - not much. Specifically, Paul said that "the night is far spent, the day is at hand." Paul wanted his readers to understand the value of today. He wanted them to live as if their time was both short and precious. Questions That We'll Answer: A) What othe…

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FLAME, from Baptist to Lutheran 1:04:06

6M ago1:04:06

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Turn up the heat with this conversation with Grammy-nominated hip-hop artist Flame (former reformed Baptist turned Confessional Lutheran). Then Pastor Bramwell fields a lengthy comment from a listener who didn’t like that he promoted the work and words of abortion abolitionists. And at the very end of the show, LCMS president, Rev. Matt Harrison ha…

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The Whole Counsel Of God (Preaching, Teaching And Discipleship) 30:23

6M ago30:23

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How much of God's Word should we preach? To the Apostle Paul, the answer was ALL OF IT. And that's what he told the Ephesian elders in Acts 10. He told them that he had not refrained from preaching and teaching the whole counsel of God, and he expected them to do the same. Questions That We'll Answer: A) Why did Paul invite the Ephesian elders to m…

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3 Reasons Lutherans shouldn’t become Romans Catholic or Eastern Orthodox 57:29

6M ago57:29

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We learn from Martin Chemnitz about the eight varieties of tradition, speak with Rev. Marcus Williams about three pieces of advice he has for Lutherans who may be considering converting to Roman Catholicism or Eastern Orthodoxy, and Pastor Bramwell has a Canceled Christian Comment on what Vice President Kamala Harris said about the overturning of R…

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Interview with an Abortion Abolitionist 56:27

6M ago56:27

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Pastor Bramwell sits down with T. Russel Hunter, the founder of Abolitionists Rising, to learn more about what an abortion abolitionist is and what the distinction is between them and advocates of the Pro-Life Movement. Resources mentioned in this episode: Abolitionists Rising: abolitionistsrising.com A Storm Comes Rolling Down the Plain: youtube.c…

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Intercession: Jesus Christ Is Praying For You 26:47

6M ago26:47

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As Christians, we often remember the things that Jesus has done. With that said, have you ever wondered: what is He doing right now? Among other things, Jesus is interceding on behalf of His people. You have a divine advocate that is (even now) seeking your welfare! And that should be an encouragement during these difficult days. Questions That We'…

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Blessing Homosexual Couples: The Pope Says It’s Okay 47:21

6M ago47:21

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Pope Francis approved Fiducia Supplicans allowing priests to bless same-sex couples. Is it a surprise that papal authority would be used for such evil? No. An examination of our Treatise on the Power and Primacy of the Pope reminds us that we have always known of the pope’s antichristian ways. During the conversation, we’ll hear what Metropolitan H…

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