The Concordia Publishing House Podcast

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, author Christa Petzold joins Elizabeth Pittman to discuss her book coming out this May, Gathered by Christ: The Overlooked Gift of Church . During their discussion, Christa helps listeners see the church through the eyes of Christ. Find out more about Christa’s upcoming book by visiting books.cph.org/gathered-by-christ . Show Notes:   Thro...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, host Elizabeth Pittman welcomes Donna Snow back as a guest to discuss her newest book, Meant for Good: A Study of Joseph , and the magnificent story of Joseph as he faithfully waited for God’s plans to come together.  Find out more about Donna’s new Bible study by visiting books.cph.org/meant-for-good . Show Notes: Joseph’s life and its po...

Dr. Kurt Senske joins host Elizabeth Pittman in this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast to talk about his newest book, The CEO and the Board: The Art of Nonprofit Governance as a Competitive Advantage . Dr. Senske discusses the key points made in his book regarding the relationships between CEOs and boards and how strong governance models are made.  Get a copy of his new book on cph...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, host Elizabeth Pittman is joined by Pastor Chris Kennedy. The duo discuss his new book, Jesus Said What? and some of our Savior’s words that many people may struggle to understand at first glance. Kennedy sits down to urge readers and listeners alike to look to Scripture to interpret Scripture.  Get a copy of his book on cph.org . Show Not...

In this episode of the Concordia Publishing House Podcast, Elizabeth Pittman is joined by CPH colleague Peggy Kuethe, who is Senior Editor of Children & Family Resources at CPH. The pair discusses the beloved children’s books in the series God, I Need to Talk to You and talk about the new editions coming this spring.  The new God, I Need to Talk to You books will be available on cph.org in Mar...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, guest and author Dr. Andrew Das and host Elizabeth Pittman examine the Biblical book of Galatians. Packed with vital issues concerning the Christian faith, the pair dive into who the Galatians were, the issues they faced, and how believers can relate to them today.  Dr. Das wrote the Concordia Commentary edition on the book of Galatians, w...

Every congregation needs to determine its organizational strategy in order to best proclaim the Gospel. In the first episode of season four of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, host Elizabeth Pittman is joined by Dr. David Peter from Concordia Seminary St. Louis to discuss his new book, Organizing for Ministry and Mission: Options for Church Structure. Available on cph.org now . Show Notes:...

Reading Isaiah | Rev. Dr. R. Reed Lessing  Rev. Dr. R. Reed Lessing joins host Elizabeth Pittman in this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast to discuss the ins and outs of reading the book of Isaiah. Take a deep dive into Isaiah and learn about the influence it has on the Gospel story by tuning in.  Reed has written two Concordia Commentaries on the book of Isaiah, including the volu...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, author and speaker Deb Burma talks with host Elizabeth Pittman about what it means to lean in to what really matters as we approach the beginning of a new year.  Deb has written several books for Concordia Publishing House, including Be Still & Know: A Study of Rest and Refuge and Joy: A Study of Philippians . She also has a new Bible...

Tobin Beck joins host Elizabeth Pittman for this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast to discuss the seemingly ever-increasing divisiveness our society is experiencing, and how we can practically respond and critically reflect on cultural issues as Christians.  Learn more about Tobin by visiting www.cune.edu .           Show Notes: We are all seeing disagreements and disputes play out...

Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller rejoins host Elizabeth Pittman for the second part of a two-part series to answer a big question: Has American Christianity failed? The pair dive into the why behind American Christians’ move away from the real meaning of our faith, and what this means for the future.    Get a copy of Bryan’s book Has American Christianity Failed? by visiting cph.org .    Show Notes: It is...

Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller joins host Elizabeth Pittman for the first part of a two-part series to answer a big question: Has American Christianity failed? Bryan discusses different ideas surrounding this question, and leaves listeners with the assurance that can only come from one place – the Gospel message of Jesus Christ.    Get a copy of Bryan’s book Has American Christianity Failed? by visiting...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, Rev. Trevor Sutton discusses the truth about Scripture, reassuring listeners that the Bible is inspired and breathed out by God. We as followers of Jesus ought to trust His Word. Check out Sutton’s book, Why Should I Trust the Bible? at cph.org . Visit Sutton’s website at https://atrevorsutton.com/ and check out his other books at https://...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, Rev. Dr. Paul Grime talks about the Lutheran Service Book: Companion to the Services and the history of the Divine Ser vice. Check out more church resources for pastors and laypeople at cph.org .   Show Notes: There is a lot to learn about the services included in the Lutheran Service Book. Expert Rev. Dr. Paul Grime discusses the Lutheran...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, teacher Elena Fox discusses a creative activity for children to learn more about the Christmas story. Wise Men Seek the Savior: Family Advent Activity Kit is a perfect resource to use at home or in the classroom. Order the activity kit Wise Men Seek the Savior: Family Advent Activity Kit by visiting cph.org . Check out the Playmobil Three...

Emily Belvery joins host Elizabeth Pittman on this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast to talk about how we study the Apostles' Creed and why it is important. Emily’s upcoming book, Together We Believe: A Study of the Apostles' Creed is set to release in December 2022. Visit cph.org to learn more (preview available for download soon).   Show Notes: Why is it important for C...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, Rev. Andy Jones talks about his tips for understanding the Bible that are included in his upcoming book, Ten Questions to Ask Every Time You Read the Bible .  To preview Andy’s book (released November 2022) visit books.cph.org/10-questions .   Show Notes: Reading Scripture by yourself can be intimidating. Andy Jones has come up with 10 que...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, author Heidi Goehmann rejoins host Elizabeth Pittman for the third episode in her three-part series on understanding emotions. In the final episode, Heidi talks about practical ways God gives to us to process all our emotions.  Order Heidi’s newest book, Emotions & the Gospel: Created for Connection by visiting cph.org .  Show Notes: G...

Misconceptions about Emotions | Part 2 | Heidi Goehmann  In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, author Heidi Goehmann rejoins host Elizabeth Pittman to continue discussing the complexities of our emotions and how our Creator helps us to experience them.  Order her book Emotions & the Gospel: Created for Connection by visiting cph.org .   Show Notes: While we experience impe...

This episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast features guests Rev. Mark Kiessling and Julianna Shults from LCMS Youth Ministry as they walk through seven practices for creating a healthy youth ministry.  Read all of the practices that Mark and Julianna cover in a recent edition of Lutheran Life Magazine by visiting discover.cph.org/lutheran-life/practices-of-healthy-youth-ministry .  Show...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, author Molly Lackey discusses what it means to confess Jesus and explains how we find our identity in our Creator. Molly's book, Confessing Jesus: The Heart of Being a Lutheran , will be available to pre-order soon at cph.org .  Show Notes:       Molly Lackey offers a unique perspective on what it means to be a Lutheran. She reminds l...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, author Heidi Goehmann discusses the complexities of our emotions and how they connect us to our Creator.  Pre-order her upcoming book Emotions & the Gospel: Created for Connection by visiting cph.org . Download a preview by visiting books.cph.org/emotions-and-the-gospel .   Show Notes: God is emotional – but we don’t always think of Hi...

Show Notes Rev. Philip Krupski, Senior Vice President of Gift Planning Services for the LCMS Foundation, discusses what it looks like for Christians to be faithful and thoughtful stewards of God’s gifts. He also shares a fresh perspective on generosity and its implications on our daily life, as well as some ideas about vocation in terms of being god stewards with both our physical and spiritual gi...

Peter Reske returns to the Podcast to take in an in-depth look at themes found in Baptismal hymns. Learn more about the Lutheran Service Book and the Lutheran Service Book Companion to the Hymns. Abut the Guest Peter C. Reske, senior editor of music/worship at Concordia Publishing House, holds degrees in English literature and historical musicology from Marquette University and The Pennsylvania St...

In this episode of The Concordia Publishing House Podcast, host Elizabeth Pittman sits down with Rev. Dr. Reed Lessing to discuss his upcoming book, Deliver Us: God’s Rescue Story in Exodus . Reed talks about the greatest parts of the book of Exodus, how we can relate it to our lives, and what the freedom described in Exodus means for us today.  Find out more about Reed’s work and pre-order his bo...