Being Lutheran

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss what the Ninth and Tenth Commandments promote by doing a Bible study on Phil. 4:4-13.  The aim of the final two commandments is contentment, and the language of contentment is prayer.

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss what the Ninth & Tenth Commandments prohibit by doing a Bible study on both Colossians 3:5-11 and Romans 7:7-12.  In the 9th & 10th Commandments, we see how the Law functions in general, and we see from these...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason continue their discussion of the 9th & 10th Commandments, highlighting the self-reflective nature of the two final commandments.  The 9th & 10th Commandments are designed to drive us to introspection since coveting is not a crime we can accuse...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss the Ninth and Tenth Commandments as explained in Luther’s Small and Large Catechisms.  They highlight the interconnectedness of all the commandments as well as the interconnectedness of the catechisms as a whole.  From there, they discuss the definition...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss what the Eighth Commandment promotes by doing a Bible study on Hebrews 10:19-25.  The life of the congregation is extremely valuable in providing context to the 8th Commandment.  As we receive assurance of salvation from the application of...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason look at what the Eighth Commandment prohibits by doing a Bible study on James 3:1-12.  As James says, “the tongue is a fire, a world of unrighteousness.”

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason continue their discussion on the Eighth Commandment.  They talk about speaking the truth in love, how being edifying relates to being pro-life, and what it means to put the best possible construction on something.

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss the Eighth Commandment as it is presented by Luther’s small and large catechisms.  The Eighth Commandment is especially important in today’s day and age because it deals with protecting the reputation of your neighbor, something that is increasingly...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss what the Seventh Commandment promotes by doing a Bible study on Luke 19:1-10.  In the biblical account of Zaccheus, we see Jesus’ forgiveness and reconciliation of Zaccheus as what leads to his response of generosity, not vice versa.

In today’s episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss what the Seventh Commandment prohibits by doing a Bible study on 1 Kings 21:1-16.  In looking at the vile actions of King Ahab against Naboth, we are reminded of the ugly reality of our own sin and our...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss the Seventh Commandment from the Small and Large Catechism.  Even though the Seventh Commandment expressly forbids theft, it also covers things such as laziness and honest business dealing.  To nobody’s surprise, our hosts discuss the impact of the...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason catch up in the midst of a busy summer.  Jason has been doing a speaking series on Romans at a Bible Camp, Brett attended the FLY Convention in Estes Park, CO, and Brian talks about the blessings and pains...

In this episode, Brian and Jason continue to muddle along without Brett.  Their discussion focuses on the role of doctrine and catechesis in forming people in the faith.  The basics of our faith work in much the way the ABC’s of language work.  We may no...

In this episode, Brian and Jason demonstrate Brett’s vital importance to the podcast by recording an episode without him.  They discuss Jason’s recent Doctor of Ministry class at Concordia Seminary – St. Louis on Luther’s doctrine of the Two Kingdoms.  They also examine the vital importance...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason do a Bible study on Matthew 4:1-11 as they wrap up their discussion on the Sixth Commandment.  They look at the nature of temptation, and in discussing this passage, they point out that Jesus primarily serves as our substitute...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason examine the prohibitions of the Sixth Commandment through the lens of Scripture.  They look at the sin of David with Bathsheba and how God interacts with David through the prophet Nathan to both convict him of sin and forgive...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss the Sixth Commandment.  The Sixth Commandment, in prohibiting adultery, is also simultaneously promoting both purity and especially the family.

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason respond to a comment left by a listener on the website.  Jason apologizes for taking the application of a part of the Law beyond where he should have.  When we hear the Law accusing and pointing out sin, we...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason wrap up their discussion on the Fifth Commandment by doing a review of the Law and Vocation.  The lay out the concept of the two kinds of righteousness, and they discuss the freedom we have in Christ to live...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss how the Fifth Commandment promotes life by doing a Bible study on Luke 10:25-37.  In the parable of the Good Samaritan we learn how to love our neighbor by protecting his life, but we also learn how Jesus...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason look at what Luther’s small and large catechisms say about the Fifth Commandment.  They discuss how sanctification works under the Fifth Commandment (and Second Table of the Law in general), as well as how the Fifth Commandment impacts loving...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason conclude the series on the Fourth Commandment with a Bible study on Rom. 13:1-7.  They discuss the implications of the Fourth Commandment on civil society and living under our rulers.

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason continue their discussion on the Fourth Commandment by doing a Bible study on Ephesians 6:1-9 and looking at the parent/child relationship.  The Fourth Commandment prescribes obedience to parents for children, but also commands that parents be honorable to their...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason do a brief Bible study on Numbers 16:1-11 as they examine the nature of the Fourth Commandment in prohibiting anarchy.  During the discussion, they take a closer look at leadership according to the Bible and also talk about the biblical...

In this episode, Brett and Jason continue their discussion on the Fourth Commandment from Luther’s small and large catechisms.  We are (finally) joined by producer Brian Ricke.  Discussion topics include vocation, honor, and parenting.