Just and Sinner Podcast

Dive into a stimulating discussion on theonomy, where strong reactions and definitions clash. Explore whether early Lutherans can be labeled theonomists and the nuanced distinctions Luther made between civil laws and heresy suppression. Discover the historic two kingdoms approach that champions cultural engagement, countering claims of cultural abandonment. Examine John Frame's critiques of Lutheranism, the implications of Rush Dooney's controversial views, and unpack the Great Commission's role in Christian living versus civil law. A thought-provoking balance in political theology awaits!

On today's program I discussed theonomy in light of the recent debate between JD Hall and Joel McDurmon on the subject. I gave a brief history of the theonomy movement, explained a Lutheran view of the church and state, and gave a brief critique of the theonomic position, along with thoughts on the debate.

On today's program I was joined again by Rev. Lewis Polzin of Trinity Lutheran Church in Bemidji, MN. We continued to work our way through Henry Eyster Jacobs' A Summary of the Christian faith. We discussed chapter 8 on the doctrine of sin.

On today's program, I discussed the role of politics in the Christian pulpit. I discussed different approaches to the relationship between the church and state, and explained a Lutheran view. I then played a sermon that I preached on Sanctity of Life Sunday.

On today's program I was joined again by Rev. Lewis Polzin of the Boars in the Vineyard podcast and pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Bemidji Minnesota. We discussed the doctrine of man as we continue to read through Henry Eyster Jacobs' book A Summary of the Christian Faith.

On today's program I was joined by Rev. David Preus to discuss practical orthodoxy. David is currently working on his PhD at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, MI on the thought of Balthasar Meisner. The program covered a lot of ground, including the practical nature of scholastic theology, some important representatives of practical orthodoxy, and the differences between Luther and Melanchthon's theological approaches.

On today's program I interviewed Rev. Eric Swensson on the history and theology of pietism. Swensson argues that pietism was largely a positive movement in the Lutheran church, though he does not consider himself to be a pietist. This is an important interview for those who are critical or supporters of pietism.

On today's program I interviewed Josh Brisby who is a recent convert from the Reformed to the Lutheran tradition. We discussed a number of the differences between the two traditions, both practical and theological.

On today's program I discussed pietism. I gave some historical context and a brief history of the movement. Most of the time was spent on Philip Jacob Spener. I talked about the influence of pietism, and both the negative and positive impact of the movement.

On today's program I was joined again by Rev. Lewis Polzin of Trinity Lutheran Church in Bemidji, MN to continue discussing Henry Eyster Jacobs' book A Summary of the Christian Faith. We discussed chapter VI on the Angels. We talked about common misperceptions about angels, the purpose of angels, demon possession, and many more topics.