

Thinking Fellows
1517 Podcasts
The Thinking Fellows is a 45-minute podcast about theology, philosophy, Christian history, and apologetics. It is hosted by Scott Keith, Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, and Bruce Hilman. The Thinking Fellows bring high-level subject matters to fun and insightful lay-level conversations each week.
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Jul 27, 2021 • 44min
The Life of the Church
Scott and Caleb continue to talk about the Augsburg confession and the Apology. This time, they discuss how the church functions with proper rites and ceremonies. Lastly, the Fellows discuss the significance of calling pastors. Support the Show Rate the Show on Apple Podcasts

Jul 20, 2021 • 44min
Confession is for Absolution
The Augsburg Confession is clear; the aim or purpose of repentance is the application of Christ to the sinner. In articles 11 and 12 of the Augsburg Confession and the Apology, the Lutherans took a stand on the declarative forgiveness of sin. Support the Show The Christ Key

Jul 13, 2021 • 42min
How to Obtain Forgiveness
Scott and Caleb continue with articles 7-9 of the Augsburg Confession. In these articles, the Reformers took a definitional stand against a sacramental system of infused grace and instead positioned the Sacramental Biblical as means by which God delivers the forgiveness of sin. Support the Show 1517 Podcasts

Jul 6, 2021 • 46min
How am I Saved?
Caleb and Scott discuss article four of the Apology to the Augsburg Confession. Justification is the article upon which the church stands or falls, and everything in the Augsburg Confession flow toward or from this doctrine. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Support the Show 1517 Podcasts

Jun 30, 2021 • 44min
A Race Toward Justification
Caleb and Scott read and discuss the first three articles of the Augsburg Confession and the Apology. While Rome did not object to the Lutheran presentation of the doctrine of God, they denied the Lutheran confession on original sin. Scott and Caleb talk about original sin and how it relates to the doctrine of justification. Support the Show Thinking Fellows on Apple Podcasts 1517 Podcasts

Jun 22, 2021 • 46min
A Crisis in Christianity
Scott and Caleb introduce the Augsburg Confession. The Augsburg Confession is one of the most unique documents of the Reformation and stood as a bold confession in a time of crisis. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Support The Show 1517 Podcasts The Book of Concord

Jun 15, 2021 • 49min
What About Evolution?
Caleb and Scott discuss evolution's impact on the Bible, creationism, and apologetics. They tackle listener questions and dive into the theological and historical aspects of these topics. A father shares an unexpected experience at a dinosaur museum, critiquing oversimplification in evolutionary biology. They also explore the importance of confession beyond self and tips for navigating college admissions stress.

Jun 8, 2021 • 1h 1min
What Does Baptism Offer?
Caleb is joined by Bob Hiller and Rod Rosenbladt to close out Luther's Large Catechism. This episode focuses on God's gifts in Baptism and the Lord's Supper. How is God working through these means? Show Notes: Support the Show 1517 Podcasts A Field Guide to the Bible

Jun 1, 2021 • 53min
How to Talk to God
Caleb is joined by Dr. Rod Rosenbladt and pastor Bob Hiller to talk about the Lord's Prayer. Luther explains that the Lord's Prayer gives Christians the how and why of talking to God. Prayer gives us an opportunity to call upon God to hold fast to his promises and thank Him for all good things. Support the Show A Field Guide to the Bible The Book of Concord I Believe Series

May 25, 2021 • 51min
Reading the Bible
The Thinking Fellows Podcast celebrates the anniversary of the 1517 Podcast Network with a 30minutes and 40minutes crossover. Scott and Caleb are joined by Dan Price, Erick Sorensen, and Chad Bird to talk about reading the Bible. How did we get the Bible? What is its focus? Are there contradictions? How are confessions compatible with Scripture? Show Notes: Support the Network A Field Guide to the Bible on Apple Podcast A Field Guide to the Bible on 1517.org


