Armed Lutheran Radio

This week is the final variety show of 2020 as we share a classic motivation from Mia about concealed carry under your winter clothing, Sgt. Bill talks backup guns, and Pastor Bennett pontificates about the annual BS we hear about the pagan origins of Christmas. Segments [0:00] - Blooper [0:37] - Opening and welcome [1:24] - Thanks to our Patrons [2:05] - Announcements [11:37] - Mia's Motivations...

It's the penultimate edition of Armed Lutheran Radio for 2020 and our final Clinging to God and Guns show as Lloyd and Pastor Bennett dig into some Christmas-themed "Florida Man" stories to see what moral and self-defense lessons we can learn from Snoop Claus, Melvin the Vampire Slayer, and Jolly St. Lick. Timestamps [0:00] - Blooper [0:26] - Show open [0:39] - Welcome and Introduction [3:08] - Th...

Today on Armed Lutheran Radio it's our fifth annual Christmas Wish List Episode with Christmas gift ideas from the entire cast. Segments [0:00] - Blooper [0:36] - Opening and welcome [1:51] - Thanks to our Patrons [3:46] - Lloyd's Gift Ideas [18:49] - Mia's Gift Ideas [23:01] - Sgt. Bill's Gift Ideas [30:19] - Pastor John Bennett's Gift Ideas [37:25] - Close NOTE: All our gift ideas from past year...

In this week's Clinging to God & Guns episode, it's part two of our discussion on the state of American culture and the move to find alternative media and news outlets. Today we share tech tips for keeping your private data safe when you're online, plus recommendations for alternatives to the big tech and media companies. Timestamps [0:00] - Blooper [0:18] - Show open [0:34] - Welcome and Introduc...

In this week's Clinging to God & Guns episode, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss the state of American culture in the age of media bias and censorship and the move to find alternative outlets. Be sure to tune in next week for part 2! Timestamps [0:34] - Show open [0:53] - Welcome and Introduction [1:51] - Thanks to our Patrons [2:45] - Discussion of Today's Topic [35:30] - Wrap-Up [36:44] - Show cl...

On this week's variety show we hear Mia's rave reviews of the .270 Tikka T3x LITE Roughtech hunting rifle. Sgt. Bill shares tips for developing a feel for your handgun. And Pastor Bennett reflects on reactions to the outcome of the 2020 elections. Segments [0:00] - Blooper [0:34] - Opening and welcome [1:46] - Thanks to our Patrons [2:53] - Announcements [9:13] - Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine...

In this week's Clinging to God & Guns episode, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss the election results (such as they are) and look forward to what's to come. Timestamps [0:00] - Blooper [0:31] - Show open [0:53] - Welcome and Introduction [2:38] - Thanks to our Patrons [3:55] - Discussion of Today's Topic [36:22] - Wrap-Up [38:10] - Show close Extended Content Available Soon! Join the Reformation Gu...

On this week's variety show we hear Lloyd's thoughts on the upcoming election, Mia talks about the utility of bullpup shotguns for home defense, Sgt. Bill has advice for training during yet another ammo shortage, and Pastor Bennett debunks a nonsensical article from our favorite heretic: Rev. John Piper. Segments [0:00] - Blooper [0:22] - Opening and welcome [1:40] - Thanks to our Patrons [2:49] -...

In this week's Clinging to God & Guns episode, Pastor Bennett is back from California and joins Lloyd to discuss the upcoming election and the last Presidential debate. We also turn to Martin Luther's thoughts on pious and prudent rulers to respond to the notion that, as a Christian, we cannot vote for someone like Donald Trump. Timestamps [0:00] - Blooper [0:27] - Show open [0:50] - Welcome and I...

On this week's variety show Lloyd's thoughts on how close we are to 1984, Mia talks about BB guns, and Sgt. Bill reviews a bulletfeeder option for your reloading press. Segments [0:00] - Blooper [0:33] - Opening and welcome [1:51] - Thanks to our Patrons [3:16] - Commentary: 1984 [14:08] - Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine [24:28] - Ballistic Minute with Sgt. Bill  [30:53] - Close Meet the Cast L...

In this week's Clinging to God & Guns episode, Pastor Bennett returns to discuss some recent news stories about gun violence and the ineffectiveness of gun laws. The discussion takes an unexpected turn and goes much longer than expected as we dive into the importance of valuing life from conception to death and how society has changed. Timestamps [0:00] - Blooper [0:22] - Show open [0:44] - Welcom...

On this week's variety show Lloyd responds to criticisms from a listener, Mia talks about zoom meeting etiquette related to guns, and Sgt. Bill talks about modifying your competition guns. Segments [0:00] - Blooper [0:26] - Opening and welcome [1:47] - Thanks to our Patrons [3:52] - Listener E-Mail from Russ [16:24] - Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine [23:40] - Ballistic Minute with Sgt. Bill  [3...

In this week's Clinging to God & Guns episode, Lloyd is flying solo to discuss hypocrisy and how quick we are on the political Right to do exactly the same thing we complain about the mainstream media and the political Left. Timestamps [0:00] - Blooper [0:25] - Show open [0:40] - Welcome and Introduction [2:45] - Thanks to our Patrons [5:15] - News and Announcements [7:45] - Discussion of Today's...

On this week's variety show Lloyd shares thoughts on the passing of Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and Sgt. Bill talks about competing with your carry gear in IDPA. Plus we relive Mia's hunting trip to Russia in 2016 and Pastor Bennett's advice on our attitude toward voting from earlier this year. Segments [0:00] - Blooper [0:50] - Opening and welcome [2:57] - Thanks to our Patrons [4:1...

In this week's Clinging to God & Guns episode, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss the adventures of Kyle Rittenhouse and the shooting of three mostly peaceful protesters during the looting in Kenosha, Wisconsin following the police shooting of Jacob Blake. Timestamps [0:00] - Blooper [0:22] - Show open [0:40] - Welcome and Introduction [1:58] - Thanks to our Patrons [3:23] - Discussion of Today's To...

On this week's variety show Mia reminisces about the Daisy Red Rider BB-gun, Sgt. Bill talks about how competition can benefit your concealed carry skills, Pastor Bennett discusses concerns for parents as your kids return to public school, and Lloyd shares his thoughts on how our propensity to make heroes of the wrong people furthers our national divide. Segments [0:00] - Blooper [0:16] - Opening...

In this week's Clinging to God & Guns episode, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett answer some listener emails about the current state of affairs in the country. Timestamps [0:00] - Blooper [0:23] - Show open [0:35] - Welcome and Introduction [2:05] - Thanks to our Patrons [3:37] - Prayer request for our patron, Dan [4:27] - Email from Jeremy from Stockton, CA [16:10] - Question from Amber in Chesapeake, VA...

On this week's variety show Mia talks about popular shotguns for hunting and self-defense, Sgt. Bill talks about the benefits of competitive shooting for law enforcement, and Pastor Bennett discusses concerns about the Black Lives Matter movement. Segments [0:00] - Blooper [0:31] - Opening and welcome [2:25] - Thanks to our Patrons [3:54] - Introduction to today's Episode [9:44] - Mia's Motivation...

In this week's Clinging to God & Guns episode, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett revisit that quintessential American rascal, Florida Man, to see what theological and life lessons we can learn from his latest escapades. Timestamps [0:00] - Blooper [0:19] - Show open [0:42] - Welcome and Introduction [2:17] - Thanks to our Patrons [5:06] - Florida man spit on child wearing mask in restaurant [15:08] - Flori...

On this week's variety show Lloyd draws parallels between the iconoclasts of the Radical Reformation and the current upheaval in the country, Mia talks about popular handgun calibers and hunting rifles, and Sgt. Bill talks about selecting firearms instructors. Pastor Bennett was unable to join us the week and will be back with us in episode 229. Segments [0:00] - Blooper [0:37] - Opening and welco...

In this long-awaited return of the Clinging to God & Guns segment, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett review some recent news stories and self-defense situations to glean some important lessons for responsible gun owners and gun-owning Christians. Timestamps [0:00] - Blooper [0:17] - Show open [0:43] - Welcome [3:05] - Thanks to our Patrons [5:19] - Introducing today's Topic [5:46] - A Question from our lis...

On this week's variety show Mia shares some interesting info about the most commonly purchased firearms during the current turmoil around the country, Sgt. Bill talks about training frequency in his Ballistic Minute this week, not just about how often you train, but how often you train different aspects of your skills, and pastor Bennett has an epic rant about the National Museum of African Americ...

On this week's variety show Lloyd gives an update on the show, Mia discusses freedom and the importance of the #Gunvote in November we celebrate the 4th of July, Sgt. Bill shares tips for moving into shooting positions in IDPA, and Pastor Bennett pontificates on doing the right thing, even when it's the hard thing to do. Segments [0:00] - Blooper [0:37] - Opening and welcome [1:10] - Thanks to our...

On this week's variety show Lloyd gives an update on changes to the show in the future and comments on the notion that God won't put more on your shoulders than you can handle. Mia discusses the misrepresentation of hunting laws by the media, Sgt. Bill shares tips for reloading on the move, and Pastor Bennett pontificates about Father's Day. Segments [0:00] - Blooper [0:42] - Opening and welcome [...

Lloyd and Pastor Bennett dig into the mailbag to answer listener emails about gun ownership and confirmation bias, the meaning of Exodus 22's "thief in the night" verses, God's wrath, and guns we just can't part with. Timestamps [0:00] - Blooper [0:30] - Show open [0:49] - Welcome [1:37] - Introducing today's topic [2:09] - Thanks to our Patrons [4:01] - Question from Jackson [12:14] - Question fr...