The Study Boys

FLAME and Lex Lutheran are back with Episode #12 of The Study Boys Podcast! In this one, we sit down with the Extra Nos Academy Collective to react to a Fighting for the Faith episode featuring Pastor Chris Rosebrough, tackling the question: What is revival—and are we in one right now? Here is the full video by Pastor Rosebrough https://youtu.be/fJHPrNGN6fI?si=HlD7k4IIEOCeWaJt We take a close look...

In this episode (11), The Study Boys and the entire Extra Nos Music Collective react to Forrest Frank's recent decision to forgo attending the Dove Awards. Forrest says he doesn't feel worthy of the accolades and declined to show up. We ask: Is that genuine humility or misplaced piety? Could it reflect deeper confusion about vocation, identity, and Christian freedom? We also talk about t...

🎙️ Episode 10 — The Bible Is Not Enough Says T.D. Jakes and Priscilla Shirer In this episode of The Study Boys , we unpack a growing problem in modern Christianity—trusting “another word” outside of God’s Word. From popular conference teachings to viral sermon clips, we’re seeing a trend where human impressions, personal revelations, and “fresh words” are treated as equal—or even superior—to Holy...

In this episode of The Study Boys, FLAME and Lex Lutheran dive into Marvin Winans’ viral comment that a $1,235 offering “wasn’t enough” to give to the church.  They unpack what’s behind statements like that — exploring questions about generosity, stewardship, pastoral responsibility, and the tension between faith and finances. Is giving about grace or guilt? Worship or works? The boys dig into wha...

In this next episode (#8) of The Study Boys, FLAME and Lex Lutheran dive into a conversation that unfolded on Den of Kings—Kirk Franklin’s show—where NLE The Great, Kirk Franklin, KevOnStage, Ray J, and Dr. Jay Barnett discuss mental health among men, particularly Black men. FLAME and Lex Lutheran explore how seasoned Christian voices could have better instructed NLE The Great in his confusion con...

⚖️ Two extremes. One Gospel. FLAME and Lex Lutheran dive into legalism vs. lawlessness, reacting to a video on Chandler Moore’s new musical shift and Johnny Chang’s commentary on the Lord’s Prayer and sin. 🎙️ The Study Boys Ep. 7 — watch now! Thanks for joining our exclusive live broadcast. Feel free to share your questions and interact with other participants in the chat.

Ruslan of Bless God Studios asks if Protestant Communion is too casual. Lex Lutheran and FLAME respond with a deeper dive into the Eucharist: Scripture, history, and theology on the Lord's Supper—where Christ gives His true body and blood for you.

Religion vs. Relationship? A False Choice (S1E5) Lex Lutheran and FLAME react to Pastor Jonathan Fisk and dig into the popular slogan, “Christianity is a relationship, not a religion.” We show why that either/or frame is unhealthy and unbiblical—and how the Gospel gives us a better both/and: a living relationship with Christ within the religion He actually gives His Church (Word and Sacrament, con...

The Study Boys Season 3, Episode 4: This week Lex Lutheran and FLAME react to a video featuring Pastor Brian Wolfmueller and Andrew Packer, weighing in on their take about Christian influencers speaking as voices of authority without formal Bible or theological training. We examine what Scripture, Church history, and faithful teaching say about authority, responsibility, and discernment in a digit...

The Study Boys Season 3, Episode 3: This week we dive into a critical discussion of Pastor Philip Anthony Mitchell’s baptistic view of baptism, weighing it against the historic teaching of the Church. From the Nicene Creed to passages like 1 Peter 3:21–22, Acts 22:16, Mark 16:16, and Acts 2:38, we explore how the Scriptures and tradition speak with clarity about baptism’s saving work.

Episode 2 – Sin Belongs in the Church In the debut episode of The Study Boys, Lex Lutheran and FLAME react to Dr. Joel Biermann’s podcast Joel Biermann, engaging his provocative claim that “Sin Belongs in the Church.” Together, we unpack what this means for Christians today, wrestling with the reality of sin, the grace of Christ, and the church’s calling to be a place of both truth and mercy.

Episode 1 – Sin Belongs in the Church In the debut episode of The Study Boys, Lex Lutheran and FLAME react to Dr. Joel Biermann’s podcast Joel Biermann, engaging his provocative claim that “Sin Belongs in the Church.” Together, we unpack what this means for Christians today, wrestling with the reality of sin, the grace of Christ, and the church’s calling to be a place of both truth and mercy.

The Study is back! Season 2, episode 5! We are working through the Book of Concord starting with the Apology of the Augsburg Confession Article Xlla on repentance. I'd encourage you to pick up a Book Of Concord and to follow along. It's available as an app (Apple or Google Store). Search for: Evangelical catholic. Enjoy!

The Study is back! Season 2, episode 4! We are working through the Book of Concord starting with the Apology of the Augsburg Confession Article Xlla on repentance. I'd encourage you to pick up a Book Of Concord and to follow along. It's available as an app (Apple or Google Store). Search for: Evangelical catholic. Enjoy!

The Study is back! Season 2, episode 3! We are working through the Book of Concord starting with the Apology of the Augsburg Confession Article Xlla on repentance. I'd encourage you to pick up a Book Of Concord and to follow along. It's available as an app (Apple or Google Store). Search for: Evangelical catholic. Enjoy!

The Study is back! Season 2, episode 2! We are working through the Book of Concord starting with the Apology of the Augsburg Confession Article Xlla on repentance. I'd encourage you to pick up a Book Of Concord and to follow along. It's available as an app (Apple or Google Store). Search for: Evangelical catholic. Enjoy!

The Study is back! Season 2, episode 1! We are working through the Book of Concord starting with the Apology of the Augsburg Confession Article Xlla on repentance. I'd encourage you to pick up a Book Of Concord and to follow along. It's available as an app (Apple or Google Store). Search for: Evangelical catholic. Enjoy!

Here we are! The final episode of season 1!! The guys sit and discuss the pitfalls of looking for a hyper explosive Sunday morning experience versus hungering for God's Word and Sacrament. What some call a "Spirit filled" service. We compare it with the sweet presence and joy of correct teaching and Divine service. Where God comes to serve us with many gifts. For our forgiveness, co...

The Study is back! This is the last episode of 2023! We are happy about 2024 and the cool things we have in store for you all! In this episode, the guys address when is it time to leave your church? And, how do you leave properly after learning better doctrine? This can be a delicate and complex transition. Tune in to hear Rev. Campbell, Lex Lutheran, and Flame drop nuggets concerning the best way...

Episode #3, here we are! Pastor Delwyn Campbell, Lex Lutheran, & Flame discuss more about the crucial interpretive principle of law gospel distinction. How the natural need for God's visible word, the Sacraments (baptism & the Lord's Supper) will be replaced by one thing or another if they are not properly proclaimed and taught. Not only that, but, they mention how God gives us w...

The Study is back with episode #2! Pastor Delwyn Campbell, Lex Lutheran, & Flame discuss what it's like being Black Americans in a predominately German and Scandinavian denomination in the U.S. Also discussed is the joy of being Confessional Lutheran because in it the gospel is predominant and Jesus and the forgiveness of sin is proclaimed without alteration. They each share personal stor...

What is the purpose of the Church? What should church goers expect from the Church and from a pastor? Is the goal of each local congregation to meet and address current social, psychological, political, and spiritual needs? Pastor Delwyn Campbell, FLAME, & Lex Lutheran engage these matters head on. Enjoy!