Joshua LeBorious, Ben Oelshlaeger

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Dive deep into the world of faith with Ben and Josh, two pastors in the LCMS. Join us for casual conversations about the Bible, theology, and how our faith intersects with the world around us. We'll tackle everything from church doctrines to cultural dilemmas, all with a healthy dose of humor and a shared passion for exploring the Christian faith. Think of it like grabbing coffee with your friends and geeking out about the Gospel. New episodes every Monday on all major podcast platforms.

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Joshua LeBorious, Ben Oelshlaeger

Episodes

In But Not Of: Christmas Traditions 09.01.2024 25:51

A couple weeks late episode about Christmas tradition.

Plagues on Humanity feat. Father Ted 19.12.2023 58:16

We're going to let you interpret that title however you want to.

Plagues on Creation feat. Ryan Maser 12.12.2023 53:07

Of the plagues of Egypt, all of them impacted humanity to some degree. The first several plagues; however, seem to have their most direct impact on creation itself. Listen in to hear Ben, Josh, and Ryan consider this and sin's impact on creation in general.

Hearing the Call feat. Bryce Rosche 05.12.2023 52:19

Not all of us get a burning bush. In fact, most of us don't get a burning bush. That doesn't mean you're not called to be somewhere though!

Step Up feat. Connor Wondrasch 28.11.2023 57:24

You matter, and you've got work to do!

The Least of These 21.11.2023 54:16

Manbuns and Jesus starts of Season 5 where we're diving into the book of Exodus with you. We start with this episode about a baby on a river.

Side Note: No One Man Should Have All That Power 14.11.2023 59:05

Stay humble. Yes, I recognize that I'm mixing references - and neither of them have much to do with the actual podcast.

Side Note: Refs 07.11.2023 51:51

Fair is fair, until it isn't.

Side Note: The War in the Middle East 31.10.2023 48:51

Above all else, this world still needs our prayers.

Side Note: Step Up 24.10.2023 45:20

The professional church workers in your lives love you, they'll do whatever they can to support you, but they cannot be Christians for you.

Pro Tips - Part IV 17.10.2023 53:06

What goes around, comes around.

Pro Tips - Part III 10.10.2023 47:02

There's even more advice for you!

Side Note: The Rise of AI 03.10.2023 52:03

The machines are coming for us!!!! Not right now, but AI is something people are talking about right now.

Pro Tips - Part II 19.09.2023 52:51

If you ignore the tracks, eventually you'll run into a tree.

Pro Tips - Part I 12.09.2023 52:44

To be clear, we aren't claiming to be professionals. Solomon knew what he was talking about though, advantages of divine gifts of wisdom.

Simple Ones 29.08.2023 54:20

Fools love to keep being fools - it's not recommended, but it happens anyway.

Saints and Ne’er-do-wells 22.08.2023 44:02

Yes, that is how you spell it. We double checked.

Everything’s Made Up and Nothing Matters 15.08.2023 41:36

Find your beach and stay in your lane.

Who do you think you are? 08.08.2023 43:30

Full disclosure, this one has a few rabbit trails . . . including the intro. If you feel the need to, real content starts somewhere around the five minute mark. Summary: Constantly look for different ways to keep engaging your faith and take an attitude of submission in the you-God relationship, because after all, who do you think you are?

Side Note: LCMS National Convention 01.08.2023 1:05:44

It's not as boring as it might sound, we promise.

Receive Wisdom 18.07.2023 56:20

Or don't . . . we'll judge you for it, but that's up to you.

Things the Lord Hates 11.07.2023 1:07:42

"There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are an abomination to him: haughty eyes, a lying tongue, and hands that shed innocent blood, a heart that devises wicked plans, feet that make haste to run to evil, a false witness who breathes out lies, and one who sows discord among brothers." Proverbs 6:16-19

Side Quest: Fourth of July 04.07.2023 50:00

This is why you should subscribe, because then when we release a Fourth of July episode on the Fourth of July you can actually listen to it on the Fourth of July. Also . . . MURICA!

Side Quest: Preach! 27.06.2023 57:32

Revealing the mysteries of God, one five . . . ten . . . fifteen . . . thirty minute message at a time. Also, reach out to Ben and Josh if you'd like to send Caleb a congratulatory Dr. Pepper.

Giving to the Larger Church feat. John Karolus and Jon Niederbrach 20.06.2023 59:13

Listen in with John Karolus as a guest host as we welcome the Chief Operating Officer of the PSD to talk about giving to the larger church and tithing. Yeah, we think it's suspicious that Ben was on vacation for this episode too. Also, check out the work highlighted in the PSD at psd-lcms.org/god-at-work