The Concordia Publishing House Podcast

Original broadcast date: October 31, 2020.  When you are feeling isolated, where can you turn? In this episode, Brian Davies shares the ways that we can overcome feelings of loneliness and isolation through the community God provides for each of us in His Church. Learn more about Brian's book Connected to Christ: Overcoming Isolation through Community Rev. Brian Davies is pastor of Lord of Gl...

In this episode, Heidi Goehmann and Rachel Taube join us to talk about Mental Health First Aid and how it can help us in our faith communities. Learn more about Mental Health First Aid. Heidi Goehmann  is a licensed clinical social worker, author, and theologian. She presents and advocates in both the sacred and secular communities around the topics of mental, relational, and emotional health, alw...

Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller joins us to talk about what it means to live with a martyr's faith. Connect with Pastor Wolfmueller. Learn more about A Martyr's Faith in a Faithless World Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , or Twitter .

Today on the podcast we're going to be talking about higher education, specifically Lutheran Christian higher education, with Rev. Dr. Brian Friedrich, president of Concordia University St. Paul. Learn more about Concordia University St. Paul Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , or Twitter .

Join us as we speak with  Heidi Goehmann, author, licensed clinical social worker, mental health care provider, and deaconess, as we talk about naming and moving through our brokenness, and discovering how Jesus Christ is our ultimate hope—even in the broken mess. Learn more about Heidi's book, Finding Hope Connect with Heidi Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , or Twitter .

You matter. You matter to God. This makes all the difference. Heather Ruesch joins us to explain what this means for our identity and how it impacts our daily lives. Connect with Heather and the You Matter Tour. Learn more about Sexuality Mentality: Creating a Culture of Biblical Integrity

Original broadcast date: July 29, 2020 .  It’s not unusual for a child to be asked “what do you want to be when you grow up?” Even as adults, many of us may quietly ask ourselves, “what am I meant to do with my life?’ While that question seems daunting, the answer isn’t as elusive as we may think. I’m glad to welcome the Rev. Dr. Jeffrey Leininger today as we talk about our callings for life. Rev....

In a world full of hatred and cancel cultural how can we get back to the root of being kind to one another. Today we talk with Rev. Ted Doering about reclaiming kindness. Learn more about Ted book, Myth of the Millenial   Listen to Ted's Podcast Read Ted's blog post on reclaiming kindness Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , or Twitter .

We all deal with bouts of anxiety, and sometimes the feelings get so overhelming we don't know where to turn. Today we have Lindsay Hausch on the show to talk about how to deal with those anxious thoughts. Learn more about Lindsay's Book, Take Heart: God's Comfort for Anxious Thoughts Connect with Lindsay Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , or Twitter .

Join us as we talk with Dr. Kim Marxhausen about the Winter Blues, how to help with them, and how to help others. Learn more about Dr. Marxhausen's book Weary Joy: The Caregiver's Journey Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , or Twitter .

As adults, we’ve learned that there are times when we need a little advice and some help to navigate the labyrinth of life. For our youth, they may still be learning that its ok to look for help when they come up against struggles. In Words of Strength and Promise , 14 authors came together to share words of encouragement for youth on a variety of topics we’ve all struggled with at one time or ano...

The story of Esther is as dramatic as any major motion picture. You'll find it's packed with twists and turns and characters that keep the action moving from the very beginning to its thrilling conclusion. Author Donna Snow joins us to talk about the drama and relevance of Esther for us today. Learn more about Chosen: A Study of Esther Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , or Twitter...

If you're going through a season of grief you may feel that you are stuck in a deep, dark pit with hope nowhere in sight. Rev. Michael Newman joins us today to remind us that even as we are going through grief, we have a sure and complete hope. Learn more about Getting Through Grief and Getting through Grief for Youth. Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , or Twitter .

Many women have heard the call to lean in as a rallying cry of empowerment of achieving their goals and overcoming inequality while there's nothing wrong with striving for success. What if this call to lean in is pointing us in the wrong direction? Where should we be leaning towards for true wisdom, protection, and peace? That's what we'll be talking about today with our guest, Deb...

The phrase spiritual warfare might bring to mind angels and demons, exorcisms and scary demonic encounters. More than that, spiritual warfare also includes the battles you and I face in everyday life.  Battles of temptation, doubt, and anxiety. Rev. Dr. Chris Kennedy joins us to help us recognize spiritual warfare and be equipped to resist it so that we can find healing, understanding and peace. L...

Lutheran schools across the country offer unique learning experiences, daily encouraging their students to grow both academically and spiritually. We're joined by the Rev. Dr. Matthew Hoehner, Executive Director of Christ Community Lutheran School (CCLS ) in St. Loui to discuss what makes Lutheran schools so special and why they're more relevant than ever in our communities today. Connec...

The life issues that we face in our culture today are far more than controversial political issues. They are serious spiritual issues.  Rev. Michael Salemink, Executive Director of Mission and Ministry for Lutherans for Life joins us to talk about the issues facing us and how we as Christians can be positive life-affirming voices for the value of every human life. Learn more about Lutherans for Li...

In the face of conflict, three words can be incredibly difficult to say. “I forgive you.”  In this episode, we’re taking a deeper look at forgiveness and reconciliation with our guest, Ted Kober, Senior Ambassador at Ambassadors for Reconciliation. Learn more about Ted's book Confession and Forgiveness . Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , or Twitter .

What does it look like for Christians to engage with others for the sake of the Gospel in the context of these cultural issues?  With guest, Dr. Alfonso Espinosa. Faith that Engages the Culture Faith that Sees Through the Culture Connect with us on Facebook , Instagram , or Twitter .

In the current issue of Lutheran Life Donna Snow shares thoughtful reflections on how forgiveness transforms our lives before God and among others. Donna joins us to explore forgiveness. Forgiveness | Lutheran Life Winter 2021 Forgiveness: Received from God, Extended to Others Chosen: A Study of Esther (coming March 2021)

On todays podcast we chat with Dr. Jason Soenksen about Micah and his contribution to the Concordia Commentary  Series. Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConcordiaPublishing/ Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/concordiapub/

Today on the podcast, Heidi Goehmann shows us how God invites us to gratitude. Even when gratefulness is hard to find. Connect with Heidi at Heidigoehmann.com Learn more about her books at cph.org Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConcordiaPublishing/ Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/concordiapub/

Deb Burma joins us today to help us spot joy in everyday life, and to learn how to spread the joy to others. Connect with Deb at debburma.com Learn more about her books at cph.org Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConcordiaPublishing/ Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/concordiapub/

We’re joined today by Dr. Mark Koschmann to discuss what this life of service looks like in the city. Learn more about Rev. Dr. Mark Koschmann Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConcordiaPublishing/ Connect with us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/concordiapub/

Lisa M. Clark joins us to share ideas for teaching the faith during Advent. Lisa has written devotionals, curriculums, Bible studies, hymns, novels, children's books, and more. After a decade of writing, she has been published in periodicals, books, and choral arrangements. Learn more about the Jesse Tree Family Kit. Connect with us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ConcordiaPublishing/ C...