Ringside Preachers

Ringside Preachers and Craft of Preaching join forces to bring you this special edition podcast discussing "Christianity Without Christendom." Rev. Dr. David Schmitt from Concordia Seminary St. Louis joins us to talk about the following topics:   A cultural turn in preaching - "person of the preacher" Hearing with different ears: shifting from guilt/forgiveness to shame/honor "Hearer response" fee...

Topics: Reformation Basics: high points A man should pray in public? Teaching to pray What would you say to Alec Baldwin? Suicide and forgiveness   Thank you:  1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com   Music: Willing Virginia -   My Mom Told Me, on Spotify , iTunes , SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man   Other stuff: October,...

The Ringside Preachers hang out with students and professors at Concordia University Chicago for a Live Podcast... with a thought inspiring nacho bar, of course.   Topics: Keeping the Church off message Is Jesus a Hate Symbol? Even Christian causes can overshadow Gospel Pernicious Superstition (anti human being) Bread that spoils = is that changing the culture? (John 6)   Guests: Dr. Adam Francisc...

Topics: Always saying "yes" to God is an interesting life Exploring the misconceptions of Christianity Behavior modification vs. spiritual transformation Following the rules is easier than a relationship Stealing Jesus' glory in suffering Reformation of the Christian conversation       Guest: Bill Myers billmyers.com       Thank you:  1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and Concordia...

Ringside Preachers and Craft of Preaching join forces to bring you this special edition podcast discussing "Christianity Without Christendom." Rev. Dr. Jeff Gibbs from Concordia Seminary St. Louis joins us to talk about the following topics: Reactionary End Times conversations. Preaching resurrection is big Christ as representative Physical bodies and creation and resurrection, repairing your hous...

What is the real power that drives the Christian Church, even today? Ringside Preachers and Craft of Preaching join forces to bring you this special edition podcast discussing "Christianity Without Christendom." Dr. Erik Herrmann from Concordia Seminary St. Louis joins us to talk about the following topics: The Power and Authority of the Church (Matthew 16) "Least of all strategy" mindset Strength...

Let the dead bury themselves. Tune in and tune out. Listen to this latest offering from the boys. Topics: The thrilling experience of a pastor's conference Angels: do they even matter? Is it ok to get divorced? Jesus isn't really talking about divorce (Gospel of Mark)   Thank you:  1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com   Music: Wi...

Ringside Preachers and Craft of Preaching join forces to bring you this special edition podcast discussing "Christendom Without Christianity." Rev. Dr. Peter Nafzger from Concordia Seminary St. Louis joins us to talk about the following topics: -Preaching to individuals instead of the christian community - the preacher has a unique view - How to make community real and not abstract - Ecclesiologic...

Topics: Seculosity: religious in a different way Pandemic revealed our sin and depression Addicted to distrust A comedian preacher in the modern age NEW BOOK: Low Anthropology, the Christian understanding of human nature   Guest: David Zahl mbird.com Mockingbird Ministries Instagram The Brothers Zahl Podcast Seculosity (book)   Thank you:  1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and Conc...

Put down your needles and your masks, your Facebook arguments and self-righteous rants. Jesus reigns and is looking for sinners not saints to join Him at the party that will end and begin all parties. Oh and enjoy a little Ringside with friends. Topics: Where were you on 9/11? Would you withhold communion from a Democrat who supports abortion? Should pastors read books other than theology? James 2...

Topics: Labor Day, vocation and rest Toxic Pastors - when do you leave? Preachers who still can't preach Jesus Permission slip from pastor to refuse vaccine     Thank you:  1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com   Music: Willing Virginia - I'll hold my breath, on Spotify , iTunes , SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man   Other...

Put down your goat entrails, tea cups, and tarot cards. Let us forecast your future, interpret your past, and predict your mood! Topics: How should a pastor consider a call? Toxic people: forgive and forget? Teaching the Faith to Christians: The Catechisms   Thank you:  1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com   Music: Willing Virgin...

Topics: Permission to party: it's ok to have fun! Meet Tyler's dad and Tyler's mom!! Prayers for your kids to marry and get out of the basement Stand for the Bride and look at the Groom God's plan & Soulmates   Thank you:  1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com   Music: Henry Hess on SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man   Othe...

Hop in the minivan to catch the early service or have a post-wedding Bloody Mary with Tyler's Mom? Stay tuned. Topics: Take a break from church? Holy Hymnody: Is there a holy style of music… Ephesians 5:21 Submission Ross called to be a Navy Chaplain       Thank you:  1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com   Music: Willing Virginia...

Special Edition Ringside BOUT featuring Rev. Paul Koch and Nick Willert. Nick is a 1st degree blackbelt Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and Founder & President Grassroots Jiu Jitsu Social Club. Over his life, Nick has done everything from climbing mountains, to stunt cowboy work in western movies, to extreme skiing and big wave surfing, to horse rugby and horse wrestling. And to top it off, Nick is ultimately...

Topics: Simone Biles: hero or villain? How do you preach about Satan? Decent of Christ into Hell Concerned Seminarian visit Ephesians 4: darkened and ignorant     Thank you:  1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com   Music: Willing Virginia - black velvet suit, on Spotify , iTunes , SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man   Other...

Topics: Visual protest in English Reformation plays Feast of Words: do we have too many? Use of religious drama in Christian History     Guests: Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Leininger Campus pastor at Concordia University Chicago   Thank you:  1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network And Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and The Jagged Word   Music: Willing Virginia - don't   on Spotify , iTunes , SoundC...

Topics: Knife talk with Ringside Why Closed Communion? Jesus can be a jerk in Mark's Gospel Presbyterian Rice cakes     Thank you:  1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com   Music: Willing Virginia - don't, on Spotify , iTunes , SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man   Other stuff: "Bright star, would I were stedfast as thou art"...

Topics: Preparing for the marriage commitment Comfortable talking about the Darkness Why use the lectionary to choose Bible readings? Woe to the Shepherds… sheep are searching   Thank you:  1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network And Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and The Jagged Word   Music: Willing Virginia - Sure as Hell on Spotify , iTunes , SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man  ...

Real men play with fire, shoot guns, and visit Parnell Krump for a straight razor shave. Step up to the challenge while listening to Ringside. Topics: Men get haircuts First on the Fatal Scene, Debrief of a Pastor What makes communion? Do you need a pastor? What would be on God's bookshelf?   Thank you:  1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network The Craft of Preaching and Ringside Preacher...

Yes, I know all cultures, all religions, all societies, all of science has understood that there are only two sexes and genders and natural sexuality. But wait, a couple of freshman girls coming back from a sorority party would like to say otherwise! Better listen now before Amber and Stacy change the history of the world. Topics: Summer cocktails by Ringside Marriage was created to be picture of...

Your baseball team has a losing record. Your favorite gum is gone. Your AC is broke for summer. Your mother's politics are wrong. Turn off your turntable. Shut the door. Throw your coat in the corner. Lay down on the floor. Listen to some Ringside.   Topics: The End of Denominations Boring stuff in the Bible - should we read all of it? What are Elders in the church?     Thank you:  1517.org proud...

Topics: Jesus' family thinks he's crazy, they're right. Grace is insanity!   Pride month: who is benefitting? UFOs & aliens Virtual reality in church, work, life Thank you:  1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com   Music: Willing Virginia - Let's Roll, on Spotify , iTunes , SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man   Other stuff: I...

We are all veterans of some sort. Wounded from little wars with no heroes welcome and scars disguised as character flaws. Let the dead bury their own. Grab a seat, O weary soldiers. Let us entertain you with a fairy tale that might be actually be real.   Topics: Ross "Chaps" meets Jocko and Leif Military Leadership informs Pastoral Leadership The Trinity - why even say the Athanasian Creed? Or any...

Take a break from wailing at your own personal wailing wall made up of unfulfilled dreams, cold-hearted gods, and broken relationships. Pull the tab on a Schlitz and sit down for some yucking it up, and little Holy Spirit! We'll buy this one: just relax. Topics: Holy Spirit: what the heck is going on in Acts 2? Israel and Christianity… send in the bomb shelters! Misunderstandings of the Christian...