Thinking Fellows

Caleb and Scott take some time to answer listener questions. What kinds of Christian themes are present in the writings of C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien? How do I help my wife cling to the Gospel alone? What translations are good translations of the Bible? Sit back relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support the Show The Chronicles of Narnia The Lord of the Rings ESV Bible online

Caleb, Scott, and Rod go through the Christian Questions and Answers section of the Small Catechism. Written by Martin Luther after the original publication of the Catechism, these questions are intended for those receiving the Lord's Supper. Show Notes: Support 1517 The Small Catechism

Caleb, Scott, and Rod read and discuss Luther's daily prayers out of the Small Catechism. This is followed by a walkthrough of the Table of Duties. Show Notes: Support the Show Small Catechism

As we continue through the Small Catechism, Luther provides questions and answers about the Lord's Supper. In a brief and simple format Luther answers the who, what, where, and why of The Sacrament of the Altar. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support the Show Shop 1517 The Small Catechism

The Thinking Fellows talk about Luther's breakdown and examples of confession in the Small Catechism. The conversation focuses on how confession is meant to be a means of comfort to Christians. Show Notes: Support the Show Shop at 1517

Scott and Caleb move into the Catechism's explanations of the Means of Grace. Starting with Baptism, Luther follows Scripture to explain how God's Word and promises are delivered to us through ordinary means like water. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support 1517 The Small Catechism Online

Scott, Caleb, and Rod read and discuss the petitions of the Lord's Prayer and Luther's explanations. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support the Show Being Dad The Small Catechism

Caleb, Scott, and Rod walk through the Apostles Creed and Luther's explanations. They also highlight the purpose and flow of the Small Catechism. Support the Show Outline of the Book of Concord

Scott and Caleb continue to walk through Luther's Small Catechism. This time covering the 5th-10th commandments. In particular,they focus on how these commands affect your neighbor. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Support the Show

Caleb, Scott, and Rod discuss the the context and introduction to Luther's Small Catechism. They examine the purpose, audience, and style of the catechism to explain why it remains a faithful tool to this day. Show Notes: Support 1517 Lange Outline