Lift High the Cross (podcast) with Ray Sexton

Today Ray Sexton will be talking with Dalton Hunnicut about why Lutherans differ from modern American Protestant churches. Dalton will also get some insight on his personal conversion to Lutheranism. Daltons YT channel:  @ThatLutheranGuy  Click here to support the podcast: https://www.lhcpodcast.com/podcast Checkout our socials: https://linktr.ee/lifthighthecross Checkout our website!: https://www...

Today Ray will be with LCMS Pastor Mark Surburg and discuss the question of why Lutherans should have early communion despite many Lutheran cultures are shifting in the opposite direction. Click here to support the podcast: https://www.lhcpodcast.com/podcast Checkout our socials: https://linktr.ee/lifthighthecross Checkout our website!: https://www.lhcpodcast.com/Want to contact us?: https://www.l...

Today Ray is with Pastor Samuel Fink to talk about the practice of close communion in the Lutheran Church. This is not only critical doctrine that needs to be discussed within different church bodies but also a topic that needs to be discussed by many modern-day Lutherans who don't fully understand the biblical importance of protecting the holy sacrament. Click here to support the podcast: htt...

Is social media dangerous for Christian? Should the LCMS support online seminary? Does AI belong in the church? Today Ray Is going through these hot topics with host of Synod Stories Brian Yamabe. Check out the Synod Stories podcast!: https://youtube.com/@synodstories?si=-5Wgpor9cyt7-A8g Click here to support the podcast: https://www.lhcpodcast.com/podcast Checkout our socials: https://linktr.ee/l...

Is it okay for Christians for disregard doctrine for christians to be united? Today Ray is with Christian Combatives Rev. Isaac Wirtz to discuss this matter. Checkout Pastor Wirtz channel!:https://youtube.com/@ChristianCombatives?si=tmKNHB5wVori7Mh_Click here to support the podcast: https://www.lhcpodcast.com/podcast Checkout our socials: https://linktr.ee/lifthighthecross Checkout our website!: h...

In this episode of the  Lift High the Cross Podcast , Ray Sexton discusses an important question facing many Christians today: should the Church prioritize unity above everything else, or should it prioritize sound theology and faithfulness to Scripture? After a thoughtful conversation with a campus pastor about Christian unity and doctrinal differences, Ray explores why theology is not meant to d...

In this episode, Ray will discusses the realities of dating in Gen Z and why many young men and women are struggling to form meaningful relationships. Drawing from his own experiences in high school and college, Ray reflects on how expectations surrounding dating, marriage, and family have shifted from past generations. The conversation explores cultural, economic, and spiritual influences such as...

In this episode of Lift High the Cross, Ray reacts to a clip from Bryce Crawford’s podcast that highlights common misconceptions of the American Protestant view of the Eucharist. Click here to support the podcast: https://www.lhcpodcast.com/podcast Checkout our socials: https://linktr.ee/lifthighthecross Checkout our website!: https://www.lhcpodcast.com/Want to contact us?: https://www.lhcpodcast....

In this episode of Lift High the Cross, Ray dives into the controversial figure Nick Fuentes, exploring who he is, why he’s gained such a large following, and why so many young men are drawn to voices like his. Ray discusses politics, culture, masculinity, and the growing frustration within Gen Z—all while keeping the focus on truth, discernment, and a Christ-centered perspective. This conversatio...

In this episode, Ray sits down with Dr. Western, a college professor who teaches ancient and church history while navigating life as a Christian on modern college campuses. Together, they discuss the importance of understanding church history, how Christians can learn from both the strengths and flaws of past believers, and why humility and charitable conversation matter across different denominat...

In this episode, I sit down with Rev. Tyrel Bramwell to talk about how Lutherans can reclaim their place in the modern digital world. From social media to podcasts, the internet has become today’s  printing press  — a powerful tool for sharing truth, faith, and the gospel. But are we using it well? Pastor Bramwell shares his insights on balancing online ministry with real-world discipleship, avoid...

Samuel Aizenberg was born in an American Jewish household and, by the grace of God, found Christ later in his life. Today I will be hearing his story on how he discovered the words of Jesus and decided to become an LCMS pastor. #jew #jewish #torah #Jesus #podcast #christianity #christian belief #christian #theology #lutheran #catholic #god #bible #traditionalworship #trinity #christ #christiantheo...

Today I will be hearing seminarian IB Jaegers story on how you left his Lutheran faith for Buddhism and was able to return to Christs love and forgiveness.#Jesus #podcast #christianity #christian belief #christian #theology #lutheran #catholic #god #bible #traditionalworship #trinity #christ #christiantheology #pastor #calvinism #calvinist #evangelical #baptism #lordssupper #lutheranism #christian...

Today I will be doing a Q&A with Remy Shepherd from Lutheran Answers! #Jesus #podcast #christianity #christian belief #christian #theology #lutheran #catholic #god #bible #traditionalworship #trinity #christ #christiantheology #pastor #calvinism #calvinist #evangelical #baptism #lordssupper #lutheranism #christian YouTube #confession #absolution #baptist #pentacostal #ICMS #higherthings #holys...

Should Christian men be influenced by medieval men from the past or red pilled men in today's modern culture. Today I will be asking this question with today's guest Megan Maldonado!#podcast #christianity #christian belief #christian #theology #lutheran #catholic #god #bible #traditionalworship #trinity#christ #christiantheology #pastor #calvinism #calvinist #evangelical #baptism #lordssupper #lut...

Today I will be hearing Rev. Erik Johnsons story of converting to Lutheranism after a long life of believing in atheism. #podcast christianity #christian belief #christian #theology #lutheran #catholic #god #bible #traditionalworship #trinity#christ #christiantheology #pastor #calvinism #calvinist #evangelical #baptism #lordssupper #lutheranism #christian YouTubeconfession #absolution #baptist #pe...

This episode is a little bit different, but I had a good time talking about the important skills and discipline you need to write novels and publishing material. Enjoy this episode where I talk with Jeremy Abrahamson on Lutheran writing and novel publishing. #podcast #christianity #christian belief #christian #theology #lutheran #catholic #god #bible #traditionalworship #trinity#christ #christiant...

Enjoy today's episode where me and Philip Wortmann discuss modern day masculinity and how it is helped, but also weakened the true nature of Christian masculinity.#Jesus #podcast #christianity #christian belief #christian #theology #lutheran #catholic #god #bible #traditionalworship #trinity#christ #christiantheology #pastor #calvinism #calvinist #evangelical #baptism #lordssupper #lutheranism...

Dr. Paul Hambrick chiropractor, Lutheran, father and husband who lives Seymour Missouri. Today I got to sit down with him and talk about the importance of being rooted in Christ with your hometown and family.

How is Lutheran baptism viewed from different from different denominations? We will be asking that very question with Pastor Ben Meyer in today's episode.

Today I will be talking about how christian men should handle Pride month in the household and in the church. Podcasts socials: https://linktr.ee/lifthighthecross#Jesus #podcast #christianity #christian belief #christian #theology #lutheran #catholic #god #bible #traditionalworship #trinity #christ #christiantheology #pastor #calvinism #calvinist #evangelical #baptism #lordssupper #lutheranism #ch...

Today I'm with James Rinkenbaugh and we will be talking about why it's important for a Christian to be evolved in politics. James is also a new reformed Christian man and is now a member of the conservative Anglican church and works for the Americans for Prosperity in Washington DC.

Today Ray and Lex from the  @WittenbergProject  will be giving their thoughts on the Cliff and Stuart Knechtles viral Sacrament debate with the Eastern Orthodox Christian student. Podcasts socials: https://linktr.ee/lifthighthecross

Today I am talking with the executive director of ⁨Concordia Center for the Family⁩, Dr. Todd Beirmann, and will be discussing the goals and missions of the CCF and hearing the best ways to build healthy families in Christian households. Podcast link tree: https://linktr.ee/lifthighthecross

The LCMS have decided to stop posting on X and to post on other medias. I am going give my thoughts on this decision and why they should bring back the account. podcasts socials: https://linktr.ee/lifthighthecross