Author

  1. All Things and Abraham

    book
    11/12/21
    1 min
    By Katie Koplin | Gretchen Ronnevik
    We are discussing "I can do all things through Christ" in context of the rest of the passage, and then we discuss the story of Abraham sacrificing Isaac (rather... not sacrificing him) and whether or not Christians are called to sacrifice. Is that what this passage is talking about?
    All Things and Abraham

  2. Be Still, Not Lukewarm

    book
    11/04/21
    1 min
    By Katie Koplin | Gretchen Ronnevik
    Gretchen and Katie start to tackle out of context verses. These verses are commonly quoted, whether they are from signs, devotionals, motivational talks, or conversation, but without the context that makes sense of them.
    Be Still, Not Lukewarm

  3. Jesus and the crumb-y dog-woman

    book
    10/22/21
    1 min
    By Troy Neujahr | Craig Donofrio
    Jesus came not only for the sheep, but apparently for the dogs as well. You won't believe what happens when she asks for a favor.
    Jesus and the crumb-y dog-woman

  4. Justice and Fairness

    book
    10/04/21
    1 min
    By Caleb Keith | Steven Paulson
    Dr. Paulson continues working through Paul's use of Exodus in his letter to the Romans.
    Justice and Fairness

  5. Emotions and Logic in Faith

    book
    09/22/21
    2 mins
    By Katie Koplin | Gretchen Ronnevik
    It's easy to look at our faith through an emotional lens. Are you on an emotional high, or an emotional low? Are you on a mountaintop, or are things silent in the valley? What happens to your faith when you aren't "feeling it."
    Emotions and Logic in Faith

  6. Low Anthropology with David Zahl

    book
    09/21/21
    4 mins
    By David Zahl | Joel Hess | Paul Koch
    Guest David Zahl talk with the preachers about his upcoming book!
    Low Anthropology with David Zahl

  7. Romans Chapter Four and Abraham

    book
    09/06/21
    1 min
    By Caleb Keith | Steven Paulson
    Dr. Paulson continues to talk about trial by observing the different ways the story of Abraham has been taught.
    Romans Chapter Four and Abraham

  8. Sow what?

    book
    09/03/21
    1 min
    By Troy Neujahr | Craig Donofrio
    Sow, Jesus seeds a parable and a pun, and lettuce understand. But when the corn grows, what ears hear and what ears don't?
    Sow what?

  9. . . . and STILL Lord of the Sabbath

    book
    08/20/21
    1 min
    By Troy Neujahr | Craig Donofrio
    Jesus doubles down on being Lord of the Sabbath, and the Pharisees call Him satanic. But that makes no sense! Jesus is not satanic, He's the One who binds Satan and steals his stuff.
    . . . and STILL Lord of the Sabbath

  10. Life Together

    book
    07/30/21
    1 min
    By Katie Koplin | Gretchen Ronnevik
    Christian community is often described as the activity and programs going on at the church. Many people will join a church for the sake of having a tight knit community. But what does Christian community mean?
    Life Together

  11. A Race Toward Justification

    book
    06/29/21
    1 min
    By Scott Keith | Caleb Keith
    Caleb and Scott read and discuss the first three articles of the Augsburg Confession and the Apology.
    A Race Toward Justification

  12. Replace your faith with Jesus

    book
    06/25/21
    1 min
    By Troy Neujahr | Craig Donofrio
    "Your faith has made you well" . . . except faith never believes in itself, but trusts only in its object, namely Jesus.
    Replace your faith with Jesus