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Philip Bartelt and John Hoyum join Caleb to read and discuss the Third Article of the Apostles' Creed. In his explanation of this article, Luther identifies the Holy Spirit as the "Holy Maker." What follows is an abundantly clear proclamation of sanctification. That is, the Spirit works through the proclamation of the Word to give and maintain faith. Show Notes: Support the Show Kolb / Wengert Book of Concord Credo

Luther's short sermon on the second article of the Apostles' Creed is short but significant in its call that Christ and this article be constantly preached throughout the year. Caleb and Scott discuss the length and significance of these comments on the Creed. Show Notes: Support 1517 Book of Concord App

Caleb is joined by John Hoyum and Kelsi Klembara to talk about Luther's explanation of the first article of the Apostles Creed. The first part of the Creed emphasizes God's care for his creation. Luther, focuses on how God is not just an ambiguous creator but our Heavenly Father. Show Notes: Support the Show 1517 Events

Caleb, Scott, and John wrap up the section on the Ten Commandments in the Large Catechism. What does it mean to covet? What do God's commands produce? Show Notes: Support the Show The Large Catechism 1517 Events

Scott, Caleb, and John discuss Luther's extended commentary on the seventh and eight commandments. Luther takes particular care to give broad vocational examples of theft and false witness. Show Notes: Support the Show The Large Catechism

Caleb, Scott, and Adam continue their walk through Luther's Large Catechism. They examine the difference between just use of the sword and murder. They close with Luther's framing of marriage and chastity in the sixth commandment. Show Notes - Support the show - 1517 podcasts

They discuss the importance of setting apart a day for rest and worship and the distinction between commandments. They explore Luther's concept of the three estates and the significance of parental authority in shaping a child's perception. They also touch on the consequences of disobedience and the impact of Islam on the three estates doctrine.

Scott, Caleb, and Adam are joined by David Andersen and Ed Killian to talk about David's book, In Defense of Christian Ritual. David makes the case for Word and Sacrament worship and the construction of worship around proclamation. Show Notes: Support the Show In Defense of Christian Ritual In Defense of Christian Ritual (Amazon)

Scott and Caleb look over the first and second commandments and their explanation in Martin Luther's Large Catechism. In his expanded answers, Luther highlights many examples of violations of these commands. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Support the Show The Large Catechism 1517 Podcasts

John Hoyum and Philip Bartelt join Caleb to discuss the preface to Martin Luther's Large Catechism. They talk about the Large Catechism, its context, and audience and why more than pastors and the theologically educated should use it. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support the Show The Small Catechism a Manual for Discipleship The Large Catechism