Impact

The blood of an innocent lamb saved the enslaved Israelites from the angel of death. Listen to Martin Luther College professor Mark Paustian beautifully connect that to Christ. 

The fool trusts in his riches. Listen to Dr. Brug, retired professor from Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary, speak about Psalm 49. This Psalm reminds us not to get caught up in the pursuit of worldly wealth. And why not? Because that is foolish.

Baptism makes us children of God and blesses us with the forgiveness of sins. Wait a second, Jesus was without sin. So why was  he  baptized?  Let Mr. Tim Rimpel - a gifted theologian from Illinois Lutheran High School - tell you. 

Praying for enemies, handling anger. defining God as righteous are all a part of the usefulness of Psalm 4. Listen to Dr. John Brug, long time Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary professor and noted expert on the Psalms, share his wisdom. 

This Impact episode is ideally suited for Lent. Hours before his crucifixion, the Son goes to the Father in prayer. Listen to Dr. Stephen Geiger from Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary as he unravels the mystery of this divine prayer, shows us the determination of Jesus to follow the plan of his Father, and highlights what Jesus teaches us about our prayers. 

If God is for us, who can be against us? Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Professor Dave Scharf from Martin Luther College answers those questions and helps us understand predestination. If you missed Episode 5, go back and listen to a discussion on the first half of Romans 8.

Even though he could, God does not condemn you. Even though it's painful, there is a good purpose. Even though you may wonder, God loves you. Listen to Pastor David Scharf from Martin Luther College speak about this deeply cherished chapter.

God gave a promise to Abraham and then guaranteed it would come true. The promises God gives you are also guaranteed to come true. Listen to Professor Mark Paustian from Martin Luther College speak on the rock-solid certainty of God's promises.   

Guilt is hard to live with.  Listen to episode 3 of  Impact  to better understand how anxious God is to forgive your sins. 

"Hey, Isaac, go sacrifice your son on an altar." Such a strange command from God to Abraham. Listen to episode 2 of  Impact  to better understand what God was up to.   

The One who calmed the storm is the One you can trust. This episode looks at the account of Jesus calming a storm and saving the lives of his disciples. 

The host of Impact explains how this podcast will help you gain a better understanding of Scripture, so that it has a greater impact on your life.