Podcast Overview

Author

Defining faith and reason

08/30/23

4 mins

By Adam Francisco | David Andersen

David and Adam bring some nuance to the issues surrounding faith and reason by discussing the different ways the terms are used (and misused) in academic and popular discourse.
What does faith have to do with reason?

08/23/23

4 mins

By Adam Francisco | David Andersen

What does faith have to do with reason?
Episode 243: Lutheran Colleges and the Formation of Students

08/09/23

11 mins

By Michael Berg | Wade Johnston

In episode TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY-THREE, Mike, Wade (even though he was just supposed to work the board), Jason, Nick Schmoller, and Dave Scharf discuss Lutheran higher education and the formation of students.
Aliens and Christianity with Adam Francisco

08/01/23

5 mins

By Adam Francisco | Kelsi Klembara

In view of recent news events, Kelsi has Adam Francisco on to the theological implications of the existence of aliens and UAPs.
310: Sasse - The Theologia Crucis belongs to the Western Church

06/04/23

8 mins

By Christopher Gillespie | Donavon Riley

It’s the Cross, Stupid. In this episode, we discuss how God makes a theologian of the cross, how the theology of glory infiltrates churches and their doctrine, and how the cross of Christ reveals the truth about human history.
306: Nagel - The Medicine of Immortality

05/08/23

4 mins

By Christopher Gillespie | Donavon Riley

Honey, Where Did This Thing Come From? In this episode, we discuss the Lord’s Supper, early church tradition, worship, and the question, “Where did this come from?” At the same time, we read Dr. Norman Nagel’s essay, “Medicine of Immortality and Antidote against Death.”
What Does the Resurrection Matter?

04/21/23

1 min

By Katie Koplin | Gretchen Ronnevik

Gretchen and Katie are back together to talk about how the resurrection impacts daily life. While apologetics are important, to analyze "if" the resurrection happened, this episode is the step beyond that, and asks how the resurrection changes our outlook and our daily interactions.
An apology for apologetics

04/14/23

2 mins

By Adam Francisco | Troy Neujahr | Craig Donofrio

What is "apologetics," anyway? How can the Christian utilize apologetics in their witness of Jesus Christ? Apologist Adam Francisco returns to show Craig and Troy how apologetics--while not the silver bullet of witnessing--can be properly used to help overcome an unbeliever's objections to the faith.
- Christian Apologetics
Adam Francisco apologizes for the resurrection!

04/07/23

2 mins

By Adam Francisco | Troy Neujahr | Craig Donofrio

Well that was a click-baitey title, wasn't it? But here's what we mean: Lutheran theologian and apologist Adam Francisco joins Craig and Troy as we discuss the importance of the physical resurrection of Jesus Christ.
301: Nestigen - The Two Kingdoms Distinction

04/05/23

6 mins

By Christopher Gillespie | Donavon Riley

Distinct, But Not Divided. In this episode, we discuss the Christian doctrine of the two kingdoms and its consequences for the Christian life while reading James Nestigen's "The Two Kingdoms Distinction."
Tuesday, April 4, 2023

04/04/23

11 mins

By Dan van Voorhis

Today on the Christian History Almanac podcast, we tell the story of an Oxford Don’s Radio broadcasts during World War II.
Is Atheism Foolish?

03/24/23

2 mins

By Adam Francisco | Caleb Keith | Bruce Hillman

In the cultural debate over God's existence, should the burden of proof rest on atheism rather than theism?