Ringside Preachers

We are here to serve you! While you sweat during reps or sprints - let us motivate. While you scream at other drivers on the road as you drive to recklessly to work with a jesus fish on your bumper - let us inspire. While you sit on your deck with a can of Strohs in your hand and a copy of Thomas Pynchon's V. in the other, let us talk you off the ledge. We are proud to be a part of the 1517 legacy podcast network - 1517legacy/podcast check our friends out! Check us out a ringsidepreachers.com, Facebook/ringsidepreachers, instagram, etc. TOPICS: 1. Does a pastor need to know biblical languages and use them? Why should you expect that from your pastor? Does it help sermons, bible studies? Are you impressed by that? Does he constantly remind you of it to your annoyance? 2. How to write a sermon? Ever wonder how a pastor puts together a sermon? The guys follow a couple different patterns. Or do they just wait for the holy spirit to tell them what to say? 3. If it says Biblical so and so, is it better or better for a christian ? Is there such thing as biblical leadership, diet, work out strategy, etc. Do we have to search for biblical prooftext for every thing we do in life? 4. Mark 4, Genesis 3 Jesus and the devil. What's the story morning glory? Also, notice in Mark how his family thinks Jesus is out of his mind!? Was ist das? music: Dead Bees - I love my man Joel Allen Hess (soundcloud=joelallenhess) - Sons J.S. Bach - Fugue G minor

Rather proclaim it, Westmorland, through my host, That he which hath no stomach to this fight, Let him depart; his passport shall be made, And crowns for convoy put into his purse; We would not die in that man's company That fears his fellowship to die with us. This day is call'd the feast of Crispian. He that outlives this day, and comes safe home, Will stand a tip-toe when this day is nam'd, And rouse him at the name of Crispian. He that shall live this day, and see old age, Will yearly on the vigil feast his neighbours, And say "To-morrow is Saint Crispian." Then will he strip his sleeve and show his scars, And say "These wounds I had on Crispin's day." Henry V - William Shakespeare TOPICS 1. How to lose gracefully (don't whine) 2. Is it wrong to have regrets? Do Christians have regrets? Is it wrong to say yo have no regrets? 3. Jesus does what He wants to on the Sabbath - so can you. Looking at the upcoming Gospel text for many of us on June 3! 4. Jungian Archetypes, Jordan Peterson and Jesus. Is Carl Jung right? are there common themes in all myths religions and stories. Is that a good thing or bad. Does it prove Christianity Wrong? books - 12 rules for life Jordan Peterson Skin in the Game -Nassim Nicholas Taleb Henry V - Shakespeare

"God save the queen and her fascist regime" Johnny Rotten said it best. So if you're done watching reruns of the 'royal' wedding, press play and listen to this royal mess of a show! Special guest - Pastor David Graves from Wartburg, Tennessee! follow us on Facebook. like and subscribe 1517legacy.com thejaggedword.com ringsidepreachers.com ToPIcS: 1. Prayer preaching! Seriously, choose one. Does your pastor sound like he is preaching instead of praying? Is it wrong? What about Johann Gerhard devotionals or Flannery O'Connor's prayer journal 2. NATURE IS HARD. For some time since the enlightenment we have been sold the fantasy that nature heals itself, that there is a utopia and oneness we can achieve in nature. 3. ATHANASIUS - Little guy with a big topic. What is the creed? Did he write it? Why don't the orthodox use it? Do you have to know the trinity to be saved? Is salvation up to one's intellectual assent to certain doctrines? 4. DID JESUS SLOUCH? Jordan Peterson encourages proper stances to increase saratonin and an alpha male attitude.

Someone's got to talk about that 800 lb gorilla! This show is neither safe nor sterile. Please carefully read the directions before opening then grab a comfy arm chair and ottoman and enjoy. Afterward, put on some Carseat Headrest, light your pipe, and swirl it all around in your mind. The Concerned Seminarian makes an appearance at the end and gives some clothing tips. Our Sponsor this week is the New York Times best seller "Who will comfort the comfort dogs" Check us out on Facebook, ringsidepreachers.com, thejaggedword.com we are proud to be a part of the 1517legacy.com podcasts! Check them out and all the great podcasts available there! TOPICS: 1. When someone doesn't like you. What do you do? Should everyone like you? Good Leaders are not universally liked! deal with it. 2. PENTECOST. What is it? What do we do with this holy spirit stuff. What is speaking in tongues as recorded in Acts 2? The Spirit Speaks about Christ 3. WHAT IS THE TRUE ISRAEL? As Israel and Iran are looking to tangle. Do we have to support Israel because they are God's people? Why do people think that? 4. WHO CAN PREACH? What gives someone the authority to lead a church? to preach? education? bureaucracy? Sign of God? MUSIC: Dead Bees Joel Allen Hess

"You see, my mule don't like people laughing. He gets the crazy idea you're laughin' at him. Now if you apologize, like I know you're going to, I might convince him that you really didn't mean it." – A Fistful of Dollars (1964) Don't laugh at the mule. Laugh at us. Please enjoy a full plate of issues regarding Church unity, why should men do difficult things, confirmation is for suckers etc.! like us on Facebook ringsidepreachers.com thejaggedword.com 1517legacy.com TOPICS: 1. Why do some churches do confirmation for jr. high kids. Is it a waste of time? Do parents just think its a ritual. How do we then teach our kids? Who should teach them the faith? 2. Why should men do difficult things? Paul is upset by a bunch of healthy guys hanging out at disneyland! Why is healthy for a man to go on an adventure? 3. "That They Shall be one!" John 17. What does Jesus mean when He prays that the Church becomes one. Is He mad that there are denominations? 4. Kanye West, Slavery, And Choice. Should we teach our kids that they always have a choice. that in the end, no matter what, they are responsible for their situation? Do we create victimhood by always pointing out how hard things are? 5. music: dead bees joel allen hess - soundcloud

At long last our missing episode has appeared! Your patience shall be rewarded! Grab a croissant, fine cup of Americano, put your copy of Edward Abbey's "Monkey Wrench Gang" down and enjoy the show! The concerned seminarian makes an appearance Ross Engel does not! But Cindy Koch fills in...so win! topics: 1. REJECTING INFANT BAPTISM IS AKIN TO SUPPORTING ABORTION! ooooh did we really go there. Once again Hess says outlandish stuff....but is there a consistent logic? 2 WHY DO CHURCHES WHO BAPTIZE INFANTS HAVE SUCH RIDICULOUSLY SMALL BAPTISMAL FONTS? seriously! shouldn't we be immersing too? 3. DID JESUS LAUGH? Or was He angry all the time. Be honest! LAUGHTER IS A SIGN OF THE NEW HEAVEN AND NEW EARTH 4. WHEN IS OK TO TATTLE? An important lesson parents teach their kids - don't tattle. Yet is there a good time? Is our culture especially prone to tattling? 5. I AM THE VINE! John 15. The Dude Abides! What does Jesus mean? What does it have to do with justification and sanctification? Can we really just 'abide'. 6. LUTHER'S LETTER TO A SOLDIER. Do soldiers need forgiveness, even thought their vocation is holy? BOOKS Quoted: Rainer Marie Rilke - Duino Eligies James Joyce - the Dead Mark Twain - "I think a photograph is a most important document, and there is nothing more damning to go down to posterity than a silly, foolish smile caught and fixed forever," MUSIC Dead Bees - I love my man Bach -prelude and fugue 5 Joel Allen Hess - I'll be coming home again - soundcloud/willingvirginia

APRIL is the cruellest month, breeding Lilacs out of the dead land, mixing Memory and desire, stirring Dull roots with spring rain. Winter kept us warm, covering 5 Earth in forgetful snow, feeding A little life with dried tubers. - T.S. Eliot, the Waste land Sirens of serenity in this time of darkness and chaos. Drip some spring water over a sugar cube into a glass of your favorite French Absinthe and release the green fairy. Rest your leather slippered feet up the faux leather ottoman you got from Target. Put your head back. Close your eyes mein Irisch Kind. Enjoy the show. check us out on Facebook - ringsidepreachers. ringsidepreachers.com Also check out other podcasts sponsored by 1517. Go to www.1517legacy.com/podcasts Welcome our special guest, Kevin McClain, contributor to 1517legacy blog posts and a poor humble shepherd of God's people in the once glorious lumber town, Manistee Michigan! TOPICS: 1. WHAT DO WE DO WITH THE SABBATH? Common question of pastors is why don't we follow the rules of the old testament. Why don't we worship on Saturday anymore? Or do we? Are the 7th day adventists right! 2. SHOULD WE EXPECT PRIVACY ON THE INTERNET? CAN WE DEMAND BUSINESSES TO BE FAIR? Should christians whine about Facebook not showing conservative posts? Should you expect anything from the internet in terms of privacy? 3. THE GOOD SHEPHERD. Is Jesus just using cute images so pastor's offices can be decorated with pics of Jesus smiling and holding cuddly little lambs? Why does He call Himself the Good Shepherd? 4. WHERE DOES GOOD WORKS FIT INTO ALL OF THIS? Should pastors give advice on how to live a good christian life? Does the Law ever help us? music: Dead Bees, Joel allen Hess - check out his soundcloud page - willingvirginia

"Als Gregor Samsa eines Morgens aus unruhigen Träumen erwachte, fand er sich in seinem Bett zu einem ungeheueren Ungeziefer verwandelt." -Kafka, Verwandlung. Wake up from your existential nightmare! He is risen! Like Jacob wrestling with God, Kafka wrestling with identity, this show wrestles between the sacred and profane! Hop on in the ring! Thank you to Kyle Dushane for giving us a generous sponsor for this week's episode! Looking forward to playing the game 'quite frankly' topics: 1. BLOOD - can we eat it or not because I have to start weighing my options: Juicy rare Filet Mignon or Jesus! 2. WALK TO EMMAUS - Why does Jesus hide himself from the downtrodden has been disciples? Why the meal? What was Jesus goal? Is seeing believing? 3. IS THERE SUCH THING AS HELL AND DOES IT MATTER? Did the Pope really say there was no hell? Can we talk about Hell too much? 4. FATHERS OF DAUGHTERS. Paul has some great advice for dads with daughters. How into our kid's boyfriends/girlfriends should we get - how close to them? 5. WOMEN PREACHERS TOLD US ABOUT THE RESURRECTION. Is Jurgen Moltmann right, that the resurrection account validates females in the pulpit? music - Dead Bees, Joel Allen Hess (check his stuff out on soundcloud under willing virginia)

Unlike any other religion Jesus goes big or goes home. Promises death and resurrection then He does it! Maybe more ridiculous Christ gives out free forgiveness for everything. It's insane if, again, he hadn't risen from the dead! Our hosts talk about the impact of the resurrection and of course through some laughter in for good measure! you won't be disappointed - and if you are not completely satisfied money back guarantee ! friend us on Facebook and instagram - ringsidepreachers or go to our web page ringsidepreachers.com and check out thejaggedword.com as well for great posts from more crazy authors we have had on the show! topics: 1. JESUS RECONCILED US TO GOD AND ONE ANOTHER! Jesus' death and resurrection does more than bring us back to God, it also reconciles us with one another! Jesus forms a church from his side, like he did from Adam's side at creation. Do we miss that part of the miracle of Easter? Me and Jesus talk isn't really biblical 2. JESUS RESURRECTION REALLY HAPPENED or else WE ARE MORONS> Bultmann made the resurrection into an existential victory not requiring belief in an historical event. 3. MARK'S ENDING IS COUNTERINTUITIVE AND THATS GOOD! Why does mark suddenly stop with fear? How is this a realistic depiction? 4. BEING UNITED IN JESUS RESURRECTION DOES NOT SIMPLY MEAN WE WILL RISE AGAIN ONE DAY. Paul in Romans 6 talks as if baptism unites us to Jesus resurrection so that we can live a new life! Is it putting us under a new morality and new law? MUSIC: JS BACH - MAGNIFICAT BMV 243 Dead Bees - I love my man

Let us enter Jerusalem with the Savior's hand. Let us enter suffering with the savior's hand. Let us stand before our accuser with our Savior's hand. Let us step into the grave with the Savior's hand. Let us die and rise with our savior's hand! Special Holy Week Episode! TOPICS: 1. MAUNDY THURSDAY - Why 'maundy'? What does foot washing have to do with lord's supper? Why is the Seder supper silly? 2. GOOD FRIDAY - What's the greatest thing about worship services on this day? Is it emotional manipulation? Is it Jesus funeral? What is the stripes 3. STREPITUS = What's that! Concerned seminarian has some thoughts 4. ARE YOU READY FOR HOLY WEEK? Do you feel emotionally unavailable during this time. Did it come to soon? Are you worthy? 5. IS ORINIGAL SIN, TOTAL DEPRAVITY AN ESSENTIAL DOCTRINE? Augsburg Confession Art. 2. Why is it important to regularly teach the impossibility of man to do good? How is comforting? music: 1. Tim Ericksen Shape note singing - Idumea 2. Dead Bees - I love my man 3 Tim Ericksen Shape note singing - going home