The Concordia Publishing House Podcast

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, host Elizabeth Pittman speaks with author Rev. Andrew R. Jones about his newest book, Ten Lies Satan Loves to Tell . Andy dives into the truth that Satan lies to us all the time but helps us recognize and combat 10 of the major lies with God’s Word.  Get Andy’s newest book at cph.org/tenlies .  Show Notes “You need and deserve more.” “You...

On this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, we take a look at the history and legacy of Lutheran homiletics with guest Pastor Isaac Johnson. Isaac is the translator of Reinhold Pieper's Evangelical Lutheran Homiletics, available now on cph.org .  Show Notes Listen now as host Elizabeth Pittman and guest Isaac Johnson talk discuss his translation of Reinhold Pieper’s Evangelical...

Guest and author Michelle Diercks joins this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast to speak with host Elizabeth Pittman about her newest Bible study, Promised Hope: Finding Peace in God’s Faithfulness .  Michelle talks about the hope we have in Jesus and how to use Promised Hope in your study, a group study, or a book club and face whatever uncertainty you have in your life.  Pre-order...

Listen to this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast as author and guest R. Reed Lessing takes a close look at recent interpretations, historical and canonical settings, genres, and more in the book of Lamentations. Lessing provides his perspective on all of these things and more in the newest volume in the Concordia Commentary series that he authored - Lamentations - Concordia Comment...

Young women today are faced with a host of challenges, including things like loneliness, isolation, anxiety, bullying, social media behavior, and relationship issues. Guest and author Cassie Moore reminds us that young women can turn to God through all the issues they meet. Listen to the episode now as Cassie discusses her new book, Faith Notes: A Christ-Centered Survival Kit for Young Women with...

Beloved Lutheran hymnals have a long history, dating all the way back to 1524. This year in 2024, we are celebrating 500 years of Lutheran hymnals. This episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast features returning guest Peter Reske, Senior Editor of Music and Worship at Concordia  Publishing House. Peter's takes listeners on a trip back in time to 1524 to teach us a little bit about t...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, author Martha Van Buskirk joins host Elizabeth Pittman to talk about her new book Ordinary Lives, Extraordinary Grace: God's Purpose in Your Every Day . During the conversation, Martha shares how you can make a difference in your very own family, neighborhood, and community through  small but Spirit-led acts.  Pre-order the book on cp...

Brian Davies joins host Elizabeth Pittman on this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast to preview his new book, Captivating Conversations: How Christians Can Reclaim the Lost Art of Listening . During the episode, Brian talks about how we can use Jesus as our model for being good listeners and asking good questions as Christians in today's world.  Pre-order the book at cph.org/li...

Concern for the mental health of young people has exponentially increased in recent years. How can Christian schools help their students? In this episode, Dr. Belinda Karge and Dr. Bratton join host Elizabeth Pittman to answer this question and dive into the curriculum they co-authored along with Dr. Jeremiah Stokes, Resilient Minds: Christ-Centered Mental Health Curriculum . Learn more about the...

What makes a church good? Have you ever thought about that? In his new book, Will the Real Church Please Stand Up , author Matthew Richard shows us what makes a church great is an unwavering focus on Christ. Pastor Richard joins this episode to discuss the new book with host Elizabeth Pittman.  Find out more and pre-order the book at cph.org/realchurch . Available to order starting October 8.  Sho...

In this episode, Dr. John Maxfield joins host Elizabeth Pittman to discuss his deep dive into the Lutheran Reformation from a specific town’s perspective in his new book, Becoming Lutheran: The Community of Brunswick from Evangelical Reform to Lutheran Culture. The book traces the influences and events that shaped one community as its people journeyed from evangelical reform to Lutheran culture. F...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, author Deb Burma returns as guest to talk with host Elizabeth Pittman about her newest devotional book, Immeasurably More: 100 Devotions on God's Extravagant Grace . Immeasurably More features 100 devotions with journaling and prayer prompts to reveal God's immeasurable grace, love, power, provision, and more.  Pre-order Deb’s ne...

Listen to the latest episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast as Dr. Brian German joins as guest to talk about the newest edition in the Concordia Commentary, Haggai and Malachi, which he authored. In the newest volume Dr. German details literary themes, historical insights, and New Testament connections found in the books of Haggai and Malachi. Get the newest volume in the series at cph....

God’s Word is overflowing with promises for you yesterday, today, and forever . In this new episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, author Terry Zuehsow joins host Elizabeth Pittman to discuss God’s promises that he guides readers through in his book, Exploring God’s Promises: A Guided Journey through His Word .  Pre-order the book on cph.org now. Available September 10!  Show Notes God...

In this episode, CPH author Chad Lakies brings a new perspective to the discussion about outreach and witnessing, one that makes us aware of the hurt felt on all different sides in society, and aims to find healing through what Christ brings His creation. Chad talks about this and more in his new book, How the Light Shines Through: Resilient Witness in Dark Times , coming soon in September.   Pre-...

On this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, Elizabeth Pittman is joined by guest Dr. Gene Edward Veith Jr. as he talks about his new book, Embracing Your Lutheran Identity . Gene takes listeners and readers on a journey from the early church through the Reformation to Lutheranism today. Elizabeth discusses how his newest work helps us to see why the stories from these eras are impor...

Dr. Joel Biermann joins as guest on this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast to discuss his new book, Day: 7: For Work, Rest, or Play . In this episode, Biermann discusses how his book explores the sabbath and how it's all about living in the joy and celebration of God's good gifts. Get a copy of his book on cph.org .  Show Notes The third commandment asks Christians to rem...

Author Faith Doerr joins this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast to discuss how we can turn to the Bible to find comfort, rather than modern self-help phrases. She also talks about how she addresses these issues in her new book, God’s Encouraging Word:  True Comforts When Worldly Advice Fails , which will release on July 23 and is available for pre-order now.  Show Notes "Just...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, Elizabeth Pittman is joined by Christa Petzold, author of the new curriculum Journey through Church History. Christa explores why we should study and teach our children church history and how we are a part of God’s family through our baptisms.  Find out more about Christa’s new work at cph.org/churchhistory .  Show Notes Just as you are jo...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, Rev. Dr. David Loy joins as guest to talk about how our vocations flow out of the love God has shown for us in Christ. He also previews the new book from CPH that he acted as general editor for, Faith at Work: Christian Vocation in the Professions. Find out more about the new book by visiting cph.org . Show Notes: Listen to the full episod...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, Elizabeth Pittman is joined by co-host Peter Reske, CPH Senior Editor of Music/Worship. The duo hosts together to interview Dr. Jeffrey Blersch, professor of music at Concordia University Nebraska, and discuss all things church music, composition, and more.  Check out Dr. Blersch’s compositions with CPH at cph.org . Show Notes Listen to th...

This episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast features author Pastor Andy Wright as he previews his new book, Faithfully Formed: The Lutheran Confessions in Daily Life . Andy joins host Elizabeth Pittman to take a look at the Confessions and their roles in our lives as Christians, and how they are relevant to us as we face challenges prevalent in today’s culture. Get a copy of Andy’s book...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, Rev. Mark Kiessling and Julianna Shults from the LCMS Youth Ministry office join host Elizabeth Pittman to discuss facilitating healthy youth ministry practices, as well as their new book, Seven Practices of Healthy Youth Ministry , which outlines their insights into this topic Get a copy of their book at cph.org/seven-practices-of-healthy...

Rev. Dr. Andrew Bartelt joins this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast to discuss the newest volume of the Concordia Commentary series he wrote, which covers Isaiah 1-12. Andy talks about how the first 12 chapters fit into the entirety of the book of Isaiah, and how they fit into the Old Testament overall.  Order a copy of the newest edition in the series at cph.org/isaiah-1-12-conco...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, host Elizabeth Pittman speaks with Jim Sanft, new author and CEO and president of Concordia Plan Services. In his new book with CPH, Leading by Faith: Practical Insights for Christian Leaders , Jim shares his reflections along his leadership journey as a means of encouraging you on yours. Leading by Faith will be available on May 28. Pre-o...