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Episode 179 - Pinatas and Gear and Bears, Oh My!

This week Pastor Bennett comments on a disturbing story out of Chicago where kids were encouraged to whack a Pinata shaped like an ICE agent at a party sponsored by the local Chamber of Commerce. We go back to the grooveyard of forgotten favorites with a warning from Sgt. Bill about "Gear Acquisition Syndrome" and Mia recounts her adventures on a bear hunt in Russia back in 2016. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Buy the Books in paperback or on Amazon Kindle Join the Reformation Gun Club! Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill We go back to 2018 for a classic Ballistic Minute this week, as Sgt. Bill warns of a terrible affliction sweeping the gun world. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Going back to one of Mia's first submissions back in 2016, today's motivation is a story from her trip to the Sako plant Finland and a bear hunt in Russia. Pastoral Pontifications In this week's pontification, Pastor Bennett shares his thoughts on a Chicago Chamber of Commerce block party which encouraged kids to disrespect authority. Prayer of the Week Lord of all power and might, the Author and Giver of all good things, graft into our hearts the love of Your name, increase in us true religion, nourish us with all goodness, and of Your great mercy keep us in the same; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Jul 28, 201927 min

Episode 178 - A Fire and a Funeral

In this week's show Lloyd comments on practical and moral lessons from a deadly arson in Japan and discusses how the funeral of Baby Monica in Brooklyn is a hopeful celebration of life sign in the midst of our culture of death. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! RadioPublic Shop at Amazon. Shop at Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop at ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Join the Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Prayer of the Week O God, who has prepared for those that love You such good things as pass man's understanding, pour into our hearts such love toward You that we, loving You above all things, may obtain Your promises, which exceed all that we can desire; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Subscribe and Listen Apple Podcasts / iTunes RadioPublic Google Podcasts TuneIn iHeartRadio Stitcher Spotify CastBox.fm Overcast Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time! [sc name="gun-club-thnks"]

Jul 21, 201929 min

Episode 177 - Sweat, Stress and the Seven Deadly Sins

The gang's all here again after a couple busy weeks away! Mia has tips for dealing with stress when shooting, Sgt. Bill has been shooting in hot the Texas Summer and has tips for how to prepare and deal with the heat, and Pastor Bennett is back from his California vacay with some thoughts on what he saw. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Check out Lloyd's newly released books at the Armed Lutheran Shop! Join the Reformation Gun Club! Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill After a sticky hot USPSA Sectional match in Oklahoma, and with a summer IDPA match in Texas coming up, Sgt. Bill shares tips for preparing for and dealing with the heat at a match. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia shares lessons on stress management from her trip to a Hunting Summit in Italy. Pastoral Pontifications Pastor Bennett is back from vacation in "Commiefornia" with something a little different, a pontification about the Seven Deadly Sins. Prayer of the Week Grant, O Lord, we implore You, that the course of this world may be so peaceably ordered by Your governance, that Your Church may joyfully serve You in all godly quietness; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Jul 14, 201935 min

Episode 176 - Stump the Pastor with Gaven Mize

This week, with the cast on vacation, we are playing Gun Ban Theology (better known as "Stump the Pastor") with our guest, Pastor Gaven Mize from Augustana Lutheran Church in Hickory, North Carolina. Links of Interest Augustana Lutheran Church on Facebook Books by Gaven Mize on Amazon (affiliate link) St. Polycarp of Smyrna Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! RadioPublic Shop at Amazon. Shop at Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop at ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Join the Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Stump the Guest Pastor: Gaven Mize Gaven Mize serves as the pastor at Augustana Lutheran Church in Hickory, North Carolina. He joins us today to play Gun Ban Theology (affectionately known as "Stump the Pastor"). Today we look at quotes from John Piper (Matthew 5:11-12), C. Denise Yarborough (Luke 3:7-8), and Dr. David Dunn who contrasts gun ownership with the martyrdom of St. Polycarp. Prayer of the Week O God, the Protector of all that trust in You, without whom nothing is strong, nothing is holy, increase and multiply upon us Your mercy that, You being our Ruler and Guide, we may so pass through things temporal that we finally lose not the things eternal; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Subscribe and Listen Apple Podcasts / iTunes RadioPublic Google Podcasts TuneIn iHeartRadio Stitcher Spotify CastBox.fm Overcast Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Jul 7, 201935 min

Episode 175 - Fifth Sunday Special With Yehuda Remer

In our second "Fifth Sunday Special" we are joined by special guest Yehuda Remer, the "Pew Pew Jew." Yehuda is the author of the Safety On series of children's books and he joins us to discuss his latest book, "27 Words: A Children's Guide to the Second Amendment." Links of Interest Our interview with Yehuda Remer in Episode 77 The Pew Pew Jew website Get Signed Copies of "27 Words" Get "27 Words" on Amazon (affiliate link) Yehuda Remer on Facebook The Pew Pew Jew on Instagram Special Guest: Yehuda Remer Yehuda is an award-winning Second Amendment Advocate, author, and public speaker living with his wife and kids in Texas. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Prayer of the Week O Lord, who never fails to help and govern those whom You bring up in Your steadfast fear and love, make us to have a perpetual fear and love of Your holy name; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Jun 30, 201928 min

Episode 174 - Speed Mode, Mentors, and a Salute to Service

This week on Armed Lutheran Radio it's another variety show posted from the McDonalds in Fredericktown, Missouri. Lloyd is on the road at the Illinois State IDPA Championship, Mia encourages you to become a mentor to a new shooter, Bill is talking about speed mode, and Pastor Bennett encourages us to remember our veterans. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill talks about how to practice and shoot in "speed mode." Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia is back from POMA with tips for mentoring new shooters to help grow the shooting and hunting community. Pastoral Pontifications A recent walk in the woods to a local cemetery provides the inspiration for this week's pontification as we approach Independence Day. Prayer of the Week O God, the Strength of all those who put their trust in You, mercifully accept our prayers; and because through the weakness of our mortal nature we can do no good thing, grant us the help of Your grace that in keeping Your commandments we may please You both in will and deed; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time! [sc name="gun-club-thnks"]

Jun 23, 201929 min

Episode 173 - Preaching to Florida Man

Today Lloyd and Pastor Bennett play another round of "Crime and the 10 Commandments," reviewing some interesting crime news for how the Ten Commandments apply and preaching to the troubled people involved. But this time we're doing it with a twist, adding in that fabled scallywag, The Florida Man. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! RadioPublic Shop at Amazon. Shop at Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop at ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Join the Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Clinging to God and Guns How do you preach to a guy who impersonated his dead wife, a rich guy who tried to scam Kmart out of a coffee maker, or a car thief caught naked in a chicken coop? Tune in to find out! Links of Interest Florida Man Story #1 Florida Man Story #2 Flordia Man Story #3 We cover two more stories with over 20 minutes of additional content for Reformation Gun Club members. Join today and check out all the great content! Florida Man Story #4 (Reformation Gun Club Only) Florida Man Story #4 (Reformation Gun Club Only) Florida Man Story #5 (Reformation Gun Club Only) Florida Man Story #5 (Reformation Gun Club Only) Prayer of the Week Almighty God, You declare in Your Word that You are the one true God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. You create life, redeem us from sin, and by Your Spirit kindle faith and sustain Your Church. Keep us mindful of these promises unto death, when we pass into the glory reserved for all the saints. This petition we pray in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Subscribe and Listen Apple Podcasts / iTunes RadioPublic Google Podcasts TuneIn iHeartRadio Stitcher Spotify CastBox.fm Overcast Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Jun 16, 201929 min

Episode 172 - What's Special about Father's Day?

It's the week before Father's Day and we're back after a couple of weeks away. Lloyd shares thoughts on the importance of fathers and why father's day matters. Mia has gift ideas for your Dad and Sgt. Bill has tips for shooting transitions. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill shares tips to improve your transitions from one target to another, including dry-fire tips for training at home. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia shares Father's Day gift ideas for the outdoorsy Dad in your life. Pastoral Pontifications Pastor Bennett will be back with us for Clinging to God & Guns next week! Prayer of the Week O God our merciful Father, who taught the hearts of Your faithful people by sending to them the light of Your Holy Spirit, bring us by the same Spirit to have a right judgment in all things and evermore to rejoice in His holy comfort; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who with You and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Jun 9, 201930 min

Episode 171 - Police Week and Listener Questions

This week on Armed Lutheran Radio it's another variety show. Mia answers a listener question about concealed carry for women, Pastor Bennett talks answers a question about carrying in the pulpit, and Sgt. Bill talks about his experiences in Washington DC during Police Week. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill May 15 was designated as Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week in which that date falls as Police Week by President John F. Kennedy in 1962. Tens of thousands of law enforcement officers from around the world converge on Washington, DC to participate in a number of planned events which honor those that have paid the ultimate sacrifice. This year, Sgt. Bill made the trip for the first time, and today he shares his experiences. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia is answering a question from a listener about how to carry a concealed firearm for women, and shares her thoughts on different methods of carry and things you should consider when choosing a gun and a holster. Pastoral Pontifications Our own Pistol Packin' Pastor, John Bennett, is answering a question from a listener about the propriety of carrying a firearm in the pulpit for the purpose of protecting the flock. Prayer of the Week Our merciful Father, the God who alone make minds of the faithful to be of one will, cause Your people to love what You command and to desire what You promise, that among the manifold changes of this world our hearts may be fixed where true joys are to be found; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

May 19, 201942 min

Episode 170 - Life, Crime and the 10 Commandments

Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss recent crime stories from Dallas and Milwaukee which leads to a discussion of the importance of life from womb to the tomb. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! RadioPublic Shop at Amazon. Shop at Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop at ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Join the Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Clinging to God and Guns Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss how the 10 Commandments apply to two recent crime stories from Dallas, Texas and Milwaukee, Wisconsin which leads to an unexpected discussion of the importance of life at all ages and how we who call ourselves "pro-life" sometimes lose sight of the fact that we must celebrate, protect, and mourn lives at all stages, from the womb to natural death. Links of Interest CBSDFW.COM - Dallas County District Attorney John Creuzot Announces He Won't Prosecute 'Low-Level' Crimes jsonline.com - 2-year-old Noelani Robinson found dead in Minnesota of blunt force trauma to the head, authorities believe Fox6Now.com - Amended charges filed against Dariaz Higgins in shooting that killed Sierra Robinson, injured friend, neighbor Prayer of the Week Almighty and everlasting God, the heavenly Father who shows the light of truth to those who are in error so that they may return into the way of righteousness, cause all who are admitted into the fellowship of Christ's Church to avoid those things that are contrary to their profession and to follow all such things that are agreeable thereto; through the same Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Subscribe and Listen Apple Podcasts / iTunes RadioPublic Google Podcasts TuneIn iHeartRadio Stitcher Spotify CastBox.fm Overcast Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

May 12, 201937 min

Episode 169 - Social Media, Shooting Tips, the NRA, and the Will to Fight

In this week's variety show, we have shooting tips from Sgt. Bill, a report from NRA Annual Meetings from Mia, a rant about social media from Pastor Bennett, and thoughts on the UNC Charlotte shooting from Lloyd. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Commentary: The Shootings at UNC Charlotte The good guy with a gun slogan needs to go away forever. The only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with the will to fight back...whether the good guy has a gun or not. Riley Howell gave his life in service to his neighbors, and stopped a bad guy with a gun. Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill shares tips for how to shoot more effectively when entering and exiting cover. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia is back from the NRA Annual Meetings in Indianapolis with a report on the state of the NRA. Pastoral Pontifications Pastor Bennett shares a rant about social media and how our interactions there often don't reflect our Christian faith, especially when it involves the death of criminals. Prayer of the Week Merciful Father, who by the humiliation of Your Son raised up the fallen world, grant to Your faithful people perpetual gladness, and make those whom You have delivered from the danger of everlasting death to be partakers of eternal joys; through the same Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

May 5, 201933 min

Episode 168 - The Easter Bombings

In this week's Clinging to God & Guns show, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss the terrorist attacks on tourists and "Easter Worshippers" in Sri Lanka and offer a Biblical perspective on sin, evil, suffering and the failures of human government. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! RadioPublic Shop at Amazon. Shop at Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop Firearms and accessories at Palmetto State Armory. Shop at ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Join the Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Clinging to God and Guns As we celebrated our rescue from sin, death and the devil, around the world our brothers in Christ were dying for His name's sake. There are spiritual and worldly lessons to be gleaned from these terrible attacks in Sri Lanka. Evil exists, we should expect to suffer for Him, we were not promised peace on Earth in this life, and governments of men cannot protect us. Prayer of the Week Almighty and merciful God, as You have brought us to celebrate the festival of the Lord's resurrection, cause us by Your grace to bring forth the fruits thereof in our life and conduct; through the same Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Subscribe and Listen Apple Podcasts / iTunes RadioPublic Google Podcasts TuneIn iHeartRadio Stitcher Spotify CastBox.fm Overcast Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Apr 28, 201936 min

Episode 167 - Ride-share, Holsters, and Holy Week

This week we celebrate Easter with a new variety show. We bring you thoughts on Easter from Pastor Bennett, commentary on suffering from Lloyd, a holster review from Sgt. Bill, and some important safety tips from Mia to remember when you use ride-sharing services like Lyft or Uber. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop Firearms and accessories at Palmetto State Armory. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill reviews the Brave Response IWB holster from Brave Response Shooting. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine If you use ride-sharing services like Uber or Lyft, be sure to remember these important safety tips next time you ride. 8 Safety Tips When Using Uber or Lyft Pastoral Pontifications He is risen! He is risen, indeed. Alleluia! Brace yourself. Memes and articles claiming that Easter is a hoax are coming. Pastor Bennett examines the historical proofs for the Biblical account of Christ's passion and resurrection. Prayer of the Week We implore you, Almighty and merciful God, cause us who celebrate Your Pascal Feast, kindled with heavenly desires, ever to thirst for the Fountain of Life, Jesus Christ; through the same Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Apr 21, 201933 min

Episode 166 - Tertullian and Christian Pacifism

Over The Years Pastor Bennett And I Have Rebutted Quite A Few Arguments Made By Anti-Gun Christians, Many Of Whom Point To The Words Of The Early Church Fathers To Conclude That, As Christians, We Should Not Own Guns For Self-Defense and Support Gun Control. Today we Begin A Series Of Episodes Dedicated To The Pacifist Writings Of The Early Church, beginning with the Most Oft-Quoted Of The Early Church Fathers, Tertullian Of Carthage. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! RadioPublic Shop at Amazon. Shop at Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop at ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Join the Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Clinging to God and Guns orem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. orem ipsum dolor sit amet, consectetur adipiscing elit, sed do eiusmod tempor incididunt ut labore et dolore magna aliqua. Ut enim ad minim veniam, quis nostrud exercitation ullamco laboris nisi ut aliquip ex ea commodo consequat. --> Biography Tertullian (Quintus Septimius Florens Tertullianus) (155-240 AD) was a prolific early Christian author from Carthage in the Roman province of Africa. Of Berber origin, he was the first Christian author to produce an extensive corpus of Latin Christian literature. He also was an early Christian apologist and a polemicist against heresy, including contemporary Christian Gnosticism. Tertullian has been called "the father of Latin Christianity" and "the founder of Western theology." Though conservative in his worldview, Tertullian originated new theological concepts and advanced the development of early Church doctrine. He is perhaps most famous for being the first writer in Latin known to use the term trinity (Latin: trinitas). According to The Stanford Encyclopedia of Philosophy, "Tertullian's trinity not a triune God, but rather a triad or group of three, with God as the founding member"...Influenced by Stoic philosophy, the "substance" of Tertullian, however, was a material substance that did not refer to a single God, but to the sharing of a portion of the substance of the Father (the only being who was fully God) with the Son and, through the Son, with the Holy Spirit. He wrote his understanding of the three members of the trinity after becoming a Montanist. Unlike many Church fathers, Tertullian was never recognized as a saint by the Eastern or Western catholic tradition churches. Several of his teachings on issues such as the clear subordination of the Son and Spirit to the Father, and his condemnation of remarriage for widows and of fleeing from persecution, contradicted the doctrines of these traditions. (source: Wikipedia) Works of Tertullian Mentioned in this Episode The Apology On Idolatry The Chaplet (De Corona) Of Patience Prayer of the Week We implore You, almighty God, merciful Father, look upon Your people that by Your great goodness they may be governed and preserved evermore in body and soul; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Subscribe and Listen Apple Podcasts / iTunes RadioPublic Google Podcasts TuneIn iHeartRadio Stitcher Spotify CastBox.fm Overcast Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Apr 14, 201934 min

Episode 165 - Accuracy, the 10 Commandments, and a Rant

In this week's episode it's our bi-monthly variety show with tips from Sgt. Bill, a pontification from Pastor Bennett and a rant about the Eighth Commandment and the term "anti-gun." Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill In another of his on focused training, Sgt. Bill has tips about shooting more accurately -- grip, trigger press, and sights. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia will be back with us in Episode 167. Pastoral Pontifications Pastor Bennett answers a listener email about the nature of the Ten Commandments and how we, as Lutherans consider them. Commentary: The 8th Commandment and the term "Anti-Gun" When Lloyd shared episode 163 on a Christian Facebook group couple weeks ago, it drew the ire of another Christian who accused him of violating the eighth Commandment by referring to "anti-gun Christians." Is it a violation of the Eighth Commandment to call all Christians who support gun control "anti-gun?" Lloyd addresses the question in today's rant. Prayer of the Week We implore You, almighty God, merciful Father, look upon Your people that by Your great goodness they may be governed and preserved evermore in body and soul; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Apr 7, 201932 min

Episode 164 - Fifth Sunday Special with Amanda Suffecool

In this first "Fifth Sunday Special" for 2019, we are joined by special guest Amanda Suffecool, co-host and producer of Eye On the Target Radio. We talk about how she got into firearms instruction and radio, the annual Preppers Ball and Firearms Appraisal Fair she puts on each year, and the upcoming Concealed Carry Fashion Show at NRAAM 2019. Links of Interest Eye on the Target Radio REALIZE Firearms Awareness Coalition Special Guest: Amanda Suffecool Amanda Suffecool is a firearms instructor, podcaster, and radio host. She is the founder of the REALIZE Firearms Awareness Coalition, Ohio's representative to the 50-States Project and organizer of concealed carry fashion shows at GRPC in 2017, NRA Carry Guard Expo in 2018, and NRAAM in Indianapolis in 2019. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Prayer of the Week Heavenly Father, in mercy bring to repentance the enemies of Your Church, and grant them amendment of life. Protect and defend Your Church in all tribulation and danger, and sustain with Your Spirit our brothers and sisters in Christ around the world who experience persecution. Strengthen us and all fellow Christians to set our hope fully on the grace revealed in Christ, and help us to fight the good fight of faith, that in the end we may receive the salvation of our souls. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Mar 31, 201931 min

Episode 163 - Stump the Pastor

This week's Clinging to God & Guns episode we're playing a new round of Gun Ban Theology, better known as "Stump the Pastor." Lloyd reads three brief excerpts from gun-ban Christians who refer to Scripture to back up their arguments and Pastor Bennett gives us his reactions off the cuff. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! RadioPublic Shop at Amazon. Shop at Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop Firearms and accessories at Palmetto State Armory. Shop at ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Join the Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Clinging to God and Guns This week Lloyd reads excerpts from gun ban Christians who argue alternately that we are sheep among wolves and therefore should not carry guns to defend against the wolves who want to kills us, there are no good guys or bad guys because we are all sinners (and therefore we need gun control) and, finally, that we were created by God to fight evil in the world and that God will not return until we come together to ban guns. Links of Interest John Piper: 8 Biblical Reasons Jerry Falwell Jr. Is Wrong About Guns It's Still a No Brainer for Christians to Support Gun Law Reform Enough is Enough Prayer of the Week We implore You, almighty and merciful Father, to look upon the hearty desires of Your humble servants and stretch forth the right hand of Your majesty to be our defense against all our enemies; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Subscribe and Listen Apple Podcasts / iTunes RadioPublic Google Podcasts TuneIn iHeartRadio Stitcher Spotify CastBox.fm Overcast Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time! [sc name="gun-club-thnks"]

Mar 24, 201932 min

Episode 162 - Earplugs, Magwells, and the Decline of Western Culture

On this week's variety show, Mia reviews Decibullz hearing protection (and Turkey season), Sgt. Bill is talking magwells and how to focus on improving your reloads, and Lloyd shares his thoughts on the deadly mass shooting in New Zealand. Self Defense Radio Network Armed Lutheran Radio is a proud member of the Self Defense Radio Network (SDRN), a collection of pro-freedom podcasts covering the full spectrum of the gun world, from competitive shooting, self-defense, politics, prepping, and more. Check us out at SDRN.us. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop Firearms and accessories at Palmetto State Armory. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Commentary: New Zealand Mosque Shooting The New Zealand mosque shooter lashed out against the decline of Western culture. With everything going on in the world, it's easy to become despondent or angry. Lloyd offers some perspective as we look forward to Easter. Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill has another tip about specific skills in your training and how using a magwell can help you focus on improving your reloads. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia has been out at the range doing some ballistics gel tests and trying out Decibullz custom molded ear plugs. Pastoral Pontifications Pastor Bennett, having survived the snowpocalypse is now working feverishly to keep his basement from flooding, so he could not be with us this week. Prayer of the Week O God, our heavenly Father, seeing that of ourselves we have no strength, keep us both outwardly and inwardly that we may be defended from all adversities that may happen to the body and from all evil thoughts that may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Mar 17, 201921 min

Episode 161 - More Crime and the 10 Commandments

In today's episode we are playing more "Crime and the 10 Commandments." Lloyd and Pastor Bennett look at a couple of interesting crime stories and discuss Castle Doctrine, forgiveness, and the Ten Commandments. Clinging to God and Guns We're playing "Crime and the Ten Commandments" this week and discussing a Texas story of familicide, deceit, and forgiveness. And another from Minnesota about a man killed two teenaged intruders. We discuss a third story, about a man's foolish attempt to recover his stolen truck, but that discussion will be made available on Tuesday to members of the Reformation Gun Club. Come join us and hear the full episode. Links of Interest Texas Man Targeted by a Hitman Fights for the Life of the Person who Ordered the Murder - his Son Prosecutor: Minn. homeowner lay in wait for teen burglars Prayer of the Week O Lord, mercifully hear our prayer and stretch forth the right hand of Your majesty to defend us from those who rise up against us; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! RadioPublic Shop at Amazon. Shop at Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop at ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Join the Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Subscribe and Listen Apple Podcasts / iTunes RadioPublic Google Podcasts TuneIn iHeartRadio Stitcher Spotify CastBox.fm Overcast Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Mar 10, 201928 min

Episode 160 - Ash Wednesday, Gun Safety, and Bad Laws

This week is another variety show with a training tip about gun safety from Sgt. Bill Silvia, Mia Anstine's thoughts on the new, Draconian gun-control bills that have just passed the House of Representatives, and Pastor Bennett pontificates about Sin and the season of Lent which begins this week. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill discusses the importance of safety in competitive shooting and how experienced shooters can take safety protocols for granted. Focus on safety at all times to avoid life-threatening mistakes. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia is back from Washington DC where she joined pro-2A voices from around the country to speak out against the gun control bills which were being debated in the House of Representatives and which were later passed. Contact your Senators and tell them to oppose these un-Constitutional bills. You can read the text of HB 8, The Bipartisan Background Checks Act of 2019. Pastoral Pontifications Pastor Bennett responds to a New York Times article "Raising Children without the Concept of Sin" and how it relates to the coming season of Lent. Prayer of the Week O Lord, we implore You, mercifully hear our prayers, and, having set us free from the bonds of sin, defend us from all evil; for You live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Mar 4, 201928 min

Episode 159 - Doctrine of the Lesser Magistrates

The doctrine of the lesser magistrates declares that when the superior or higher civil authority makes an unjust/immoral law or decree, the lesser or lower ranking civil authority has both the right and duty to refuse obedience to that superior authority. Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss how this 500-year-old doctrine applies to us today. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! RadioPublic Shop at Amazon. Shop at Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop Firearms and accessories at Palmetto State Armory. Shop at ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Join the Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Clinging to God and Guns Luther wrote in March 1530 that no christian should set himself against the government even if the government acts unjustly. A Christian ought to suffer injustice and rather than resist because even if the government is tyrannical, that in no way removes our obligation as citizens to be obedient. But six months later, in his letter "A Warning to His Dear German People," [LW 47, 11-55] Luther's view on this subject changed as the threat of military action by the Holy Roman Emperor loomed on the horizon. In 1545, just months after Luther's death, Emperor Charles V prepares for war against the Lutherans, who launch an ill-fated pre-emptive strike. Before long, the Lutheran princes are in submission, dead, or in prison and the Augsburg Interim re-imposes Roman worship on the German people. As the armies of the Emperor close in on the City of Magdeburg, the pastors there write the Magdeburg Confession, expanding on Luther's 1530 letter and laying out the Biblical case for armed resistance to tyranny -- the Lesser Magistrates Doctrine. 500 years later in the United States we see lesser magistrates refusing to uphold or enforce laws from gun control to immigration enforcement. Links of Interest The Magdeburg Confession: 13th of April 1550 AD Tyranny and Resistance: The Magdeburg Confession and the Lutheran Tradition Luther's Works, Volume 47: Christian in Society IV Devotion for the Week The people of Israel contended with the Lord in the wilderness (Ex. 17:1–7). They were dissatisfied with His provision. In the same way, the first laborers in the vineyard complained against the landowner for the wage he provided them (Matt. 20:1–16). They charged him with being unfair, but in reality he was being generous. For the Lord does not wish to deal with us on the basis of what we deserve but on the basis of His abounding grace in Christ. The first—those who rely on their own merits—will be last. "For they were overthrown in the wilderness" (1 Cor. 10:5). But the last, those who rely on Christ, will be first. For Christ is the Rock (1 Cor. 9:24–10:5). He is the One who was struck and from whose side blood and water flowed that we may be cleansed of our sin. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Subscribe and Listen Apple Podcasts / iTunes RadioPublic Google Podcasts TuneIn iHeartRadio Stitcher Spotify CastBox.fm Overcast Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Feb 25, 201936 min

Episode 158 - Conscience, Patches and Practice

It's our variety show week and Sgt. Bill has a tip for focusing your practice, Mia shares another great product from SHOT Show, and Pastor Bennett responds to a listener email. Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill If you want to get better as a shooter and get the most out of your practice sessions, focus on one skill at a time. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia introduces us to NOSO puffy patches she found at SHOT Show 2019 in Las Vegas. These unique patches help you repair rips in your expensive puffy winter coats. Pastoral Pontifications Pastor Bennett responds to a listener question and discusses the difference between human conscience and the conscience of the Christian which is captive to God's will. Prayer of the Week O Lord, we implore You favorably to hear the prayers of Your people that we, who are justly punished for our offenses, may be mercifully delivered by Your goodness, for the glory of Your name; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Savior, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! Listen on RadioPublic Shop at Amazon. Shop at Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop Firearms and accessories at Palmetto State Armory. Shop at ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Join the Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Subscribe and Listen Apple Podcasts / iTunes RadioPublic Google Podcasts TuneIn iHeartRadio Stitcher Spotify CastBox.fm Overcast Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Feb 18, 201930 min

Episode 157 - Praying the 10 Commandments

In this week's Clinging to God & Guns episode we're talking about praying the 10 Commandments and how considering the Commandments when you're making big decisions can help you avoid major mistakes. Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! We get paid for every time you listen on RadioPublic Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop Firearms and accessories at Palmetto State Armory. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Clinging to God and Guns Articles addressed in today's episode: Buy A Simple Way to Pray on Amazon. Denise Williams sentenced for role in love triangle murder Two juveniles charged in teen accomplice's death after failed robbery attempt in south Houston Acevedo to Congress on gun control: 'Doing nothing is not acceptable' One Deadly Drug Raid and Two Red Herrings Prayer of the Week Almighty and everlasting God, mercifully look upon our infirmities and in all our dangers and necessities stretch forth Your hand to help and defend us; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Feb 11, 201936 min

Episode 156 - Steel, Shotguns and the Sanctity of Life

It's our variety show week and Sgt. Bill shares tips for shooting steel targets, Mia reports on some really cool shotguns she saw at the 2019 SHOT Show, and Pastor Bennett shares his thoughts on New York's new infanticide law. Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Shooting steel can be tricky for some shooters. Sgt. Bill offers advice for how to shoot steel targets more effectively. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia is back from SHOT Show 2019 in Las Vegas with a report on some really cool new shotguns. Pastoral Pontifications Pastor Bennett comments on the latest push by the Left to normalize late-term abortion. As we fight for the 2nd Amendment right to defend our own lives we should also be fighting for the lives of all Americans, including the most vulnerable among us. Prayer of the Week Heavenly Father, as You know us to be set in the midst of so many and great dangers that by reason of the frailty of our fallen nature we cannot at any time stand upright, grant to us such strength and protection as may support us in all dangers and carry us through all temptations; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! Liston on RadioPublic Shop at Amazon. Shop at Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop Firearms and accessories at Palmetto State Armory. Shop at ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Join the Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Subscribe and Listen Apple Podcasts / iTunes RadioPublic Google Podcasts TuneIn iHeartRadio Stitcher Spotify CastBox.fm Overcast Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time! Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan Potratz, David Hegenauer, David Wallace, Edwin Fuhrmann, Frank abney, Gordon Lewis, Jackie Russo, James Martin, John Bennett, John Nielson, John Tonnemacher, Kalroy, Lee Poppe, Lucas Apps, Marc Landeweer, Robert Laird, Robert Meier, Russell Wells, Samuel williams, Tyler Cruse

Feb 4, 201927 min

Episode 155 - Gun Ban Theology

In this week's Clinging to God & Guns episode we're doing a little Bible study called Gun Ban Theology. Lloyd reads anti-gun arguments from Christian authors and Pastor Bennett reacts, putting the verses used in proper context. Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! We get paid for every time you listen on RadioPublic Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop Firearms and accessories at Palmetto State Armory. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Clinging to God and Guns Articles and verses addressed in today's episode: Matthew 5:43-48, 1 Cor. 10:24 and 33, and Phil. 2:4-8, Daniel chapters 3 and 6, and 1 Samuel 8:18. Prayer of the Week Almighty and everlasting God, mercifully look upon our infirmities and in all our dangers and necessities stretch forth Your hand to help and defend us; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Jan 28, 201934 min

Episode 154 - Hunting, Off-Season Prep, and Pontifications

It's our variety show week and we have another great hunting tip from Mia, tips on offseason prep from Sgt. Bill, Lloyd's thoughts on the latest ad from Gilette, and Pastor Bennett is answering a listener email. Commentary Gilette has released a new ad against "toxic masculinity," calling on men to be their best. Lloyd shares his thoughts on where the best example of masculinity can be found and why we can't seem to figure it out as a society. Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill For many competitive shooters, it's the off-season and preparations for the 2019 season are under way. Sgt. Bill shares tips to help you improve. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia continues her series of hunting tips with a discussion of "spot and stalk" hunting; how it is different, tips for success, and why it's so prevalent in the Western states. Pastoral Pontifications In his second edition of his new segment, Pastor Bennett answers a question from Rob Morse of the Self Defense Gun Stories podcast: "Are we good or bad?" Prayer of the Week Almighty and everlasting God, Governor of all things in heaven and earth, mercifully hear the supplications of Your people and grant us Your peace in our time; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! RadioPublic Shop at Amazon. Shop at Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop Firearms and accessories at Palmetto State Armory. Shop at ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Join the Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Get in Touch Visit our Feedback Page and leave us a message! Please tell your friends about us, leave an iTunes review, and like us on Facebook Join our Facebook group, Fans of Armed Lutheran Radio Subscribe to us and follow us on Youtube Follow us on Twitter @armedlutheran And search for us on Instagram Check Out More at Our Website Subscribe and Listen Apple Podcasts / iTunes RadioPublic Google Podcasts TuneIn iHeartRadio Stitcher Spotify CastBox.fm Overcast Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time! [sc name="gun-club-thnks"]

Jan 21, 201933 min

Episode 153 - Crime and the 10 Commandments

This week we are trying out a new idea for Clinging to God & Guns called "Crime and the 10 Commandments." Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss crime stories and discuss the ways that the Ten Commandments apply. Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop Firearms and accessories at Palmetto State Armory. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Clinging to God and Guns Lloyd and Pastor Bennett share crime stories from Houston, Texas in 2018, Amboy, Minnesota, from 2018 and Marysville, Washington, from 2006 to show how the 10 Commandments apply to the circumstances surrounding these crimes and the aftermath. Prayer of the Week Lord, we implore You, give ear to our prayers and lighten the darkness of our hearts by Your gracious visitation; for You now live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. [sc name="gun-club-thnks"]

Jan 14, 201937 min

Episode 152 - Kicking off 2019

After a few weeks off, we launch our fourth year with today's episode. Sgt. Bill has tips for preparing for a new shooting season, Mia talks tree-stands, and Pastor Bennett debuts his new segment, "Pastoral Pontifications," debunking the anti-Christian myth that Christmas co-opted pagan holidays. Support Armed Lutheran Radio Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below. Join the Reformation Gun Club! Shop at Amazon. Shop at GunMagWarehouse. Shop Firearms and accessories at Palmetto State Armory. Shop ShootSteel.com Shop for everyday cigar deals at Cigar Page Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop! Armed Citizens Legal Defense Network Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill is prepping for a new shooting season. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia shares tips for safely and effectively using a tree stand when hunting. Pastoral Pontifications Was the decision to celebrate Christmas on December 25 just an effort by the early church to co-opt an existing pagan holiday? Pastor Bennett debunks this myth in the debut of his new segment. Prayer of the Week Lord, we implore You, give ear to our prayers and lighten the darkness of our hearts by Your gracious visitation; for You now live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates.

Jan 7, 201932 min

Episode 151 - The Best of 2018

In this final show of the year we look back at some of the best moments from 2018 with segments from Sgt. Bill, Mia, Aaron Israel, and Pastor John Bennett. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. Save 15% when you use promo code "armedpodcast" at checkout. www.CooksHolsters.com Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill warns about the dangers of GAS – Gear Acquisition Syndrome in this tip from episode 130. Everyday Cigar Deals Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine In this tip from episode 109, Mia shares a story from of a personal friend's Good Samaritan story gone wrong. Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Fundamental Defense In this self-defense tip from episode 102, Aaron talks about the dangers of defending property with potentially deadly force. Clinging to God and Guns We look back at episode 107 when Lloyd and Pastor Bennett dissected a post by a Trump-hating Catholic writer who thinks we're all a bunch of heretical Antinomians because we oppose new gun laws. Prayer of the Week Almighty eternal God, we heartily implore You, grant that we may know and praise Your dear Son as did Simeon, who took Him up in his arms and faithfully knew and confessed Him; through the same Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates.

Dec 31, 20181h 20m

Episode 150 - The Real Story of Christmas

This week, the staff, families and friends of Armed Lutheran Radio bring you the real story of Christmas. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. www.CooksHolsters.com Cast and Characters (in order of appearance) Narrator: Lloyd Bailey The Angel Gabriel: Sgt. Bill Silvia Zechariah: Aaron Israel Elizabeth: Sgt. Kat Silvia Mary, Mother of Jesus: Mia Anstine Angel: Pr. John Bennett The Prophet: Rob Morse of Self Defense Gun Stories Neighbors: Dr. Jennifer Roback-Morse The Heavenly Host: Stacy Israel Shepherds: Lea Leggit Wise Men: Hank Anstine Scribes: Jon Braaten King Herod: Reagan Bailey Prayer of the Week Lord God, gracious Father, who in the fullness of time sent Your Son to become man, assume our flesh, and become our Brother, we implore You to keep us in true knowledge of our Redeemer, by whose birth we are delivered from sin, death, Satan, and hell, that with all the holy angels we may rejoice at His Nativity and behold Him who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates.

Dec 24, 201822 min

Episode 149 - Best of 2017

In this weeks show we look back at some of the best moments from 2017 from Sgt. Bill, Mia, Aaron Israel, and Pastor John Bennett. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. Save 15% when you use promo code "armedpodcast" at checkout. www.CooksHolsters.com Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill In this tip from episode 74, Sgt. Bill talks talks about what he learned in force-on-force training. Mainly that you don't want to mess with Mrs. Sgt. Bill. Everyday Cigar Deals Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine In this tip from episode 59, Mia discusses teaching your teenagers to physically defend themselves when you are no longer there to protect them. Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Fundamental Defense Aaron Israel foreshadows his future endeavors in financial planning with a tip about protecting your personal finances as a self-defense strategy, from episode 56. Clinging to God and Guns We look back at episode 82 when we looked at a sermon by Pastor Stephen Anderson who says God wants you to have a weapon. And if you can't afford a gun, He understands. But you have to have something because, according to Luke 22, two is enough, but zero is not enough. Prayer of the Week Lord, we implore You, give ear to our prayers and lighten the darkness of our hearts by Your gracious visitation; for You now live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates.

Dec 17, 20181h 8m

Episode 148 - The Best of 2016

In this weeks show we look back at some of the best moments from 2016. We have a Ballistic Minute from episode 12, former contributor Aaron Israel from episode 47, Mia's first segment from episode 29, and our interview with Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller from episode 17. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. Save 15% when you use promo code "armedpodcast" at checkout. www.CooksHolsters.com Special Guest: Pr. Bryan Wolfmueller Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller of Hope Lutheran Church in Aurora, Colorado and co-host of Table Talk Radio is our special guest. Pr. Wolfmueller explains the medieval doctrine of the three estates, and how Martin Luther's interpretation of it was the key political insight of his career. The original idea was that there were three "orders" in life: those who worked, those who prayed, and those who fought. The home, the church, and the state. To be a part of one meant you could not be a part of the others. Luther recognized that, unlike the early Church fathers and medieval theologians, the three estates actually overlap and people are a part of multiple "orders." Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill talks about trigger control in this week's Ballistic Minute. He boils three techniques, their advantages and disadvantages: the slow press or "surprise" break, prep and press, and fast full press. Everyday Cigar Deals Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia Anstine joins Armed Lutheran Radio for the first time with a shooting tip about finding the perfect placement for your trigger finger. Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Fundamental Defense Former contributor Aaron Israel recommends being a good neighbor as a means of self- and home-defense. Prayer of the Week Stir up our hearts, O Lord, to make ready the way of Your only-begotten Son that by His coming we may be given to serve You with cleansed minds; through the same Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates.

Dec 10, 201852 min

Episode 147 - Christmas Gift List Episode

It's that time of year again. Time for our annual Christmas gift list show. For 2016 and 2017 we shared the things we'd like to find under our trees, but this year we are giving you some gift ideas for the shooters in your life. Plus Lloyd and Mia and Pastor Bennett share thoughts of the real meaning of the season. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. Save 15% when you use promo code "armedpodcast" at checkout. www.CooksHolsters.com *Affiliate Disclaimer: Many of the links below are affiliate links we will receive a small commission if purchase items using these links. Sergeant Bill's Gift List Ideas Magazines Reloading Components Training Classes Mia's Gift Ideas Mia's Amazon Shop TMS Outdoors Hunter's Trauma Kit HEATR Cold Weather Gear at WSI Sportswear – Use the promo code LLCO10 for a discount Farm to Feet Socks at Amazon SunJack Portable Solar Charger. Zippo USB Hand Warmer. The Gift of Fear by Gavin de Becker TroubleShooting by Gabby Franco Taking Aim by Eva Shockey Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Lloyd's Gift List Ideas Shifting Sands: A Pastor Stephen Grant Short Story by Ray Keating Cat Crap anti-fog Engraved Gun and Magazine Base pad Stickers from Tejas Products. – Use the promo code "armedlutheran" for a 10% discount Fisher Space Pen BigBlue Solar Battery Charger Zippo Rechargeable Hand Warmers Comfort Series Holster From Cooks Holsters – use the promo code "armedpodcast" for a 15% discount Mac Sports WTC-111 Outdoor Utility Wagon Shooting Chrony F-1 Chronograph Sig Sauer Romeo5 1x20mm Compact 2 Moa Red Dot Sight Clinging to God & Guns with Pastor John Bennett Pastor Bennett shares his Christmas wish list ideas and keeps us focused on the real meaning of Christmas and the gifts we can't buy at the store. Prayer of the Week Almighty God, heavenly Father, bestow on us Your grace that we may cast away the works of darkness, and put upon us the armor of light, now in the time of this mortal life in which Your Son Jesus Christ came to visit us in great humility, that in the Last Day when He will come again in His glorious Majesty to judge both the living and the dead, we may then rise to the life immortal; through Him who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan, Dave, David D., David H., David W., Edwin, Frank, Gordon, Jackie, James, Jesse, John B., John N., Kalroy, Lucas, Marc, Robert L., Robert M., Russell, Samuel, and Tyler!

Dec 3, 201845 min

Episode 146 - Rejecting The Cross

A "Reverend" in the United Methodist Church somehow connects the symbol of the cross to Trump and the hate-filled Nazi who a committed mass murder at the Tree of Life Synagogue. If you think it's time to lay down the cross as a symbol of the church because of the actions of an anti-Semitic mass murderer, you might be a heretic. Or insane. Or both. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. Save 15% when you use promo code "armedpodcast" at checkout. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest United Methodist Insight – After Pittsburgh, I Can No Longer Wear A Cross The Great Flip – Self-Defense and Life Skills for Girls Commentary Lloyd shares his thoughts on the reactions to the death of missionary John Allen Chau. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia talks about the importance of self-defense training for kids and The Great Flip. Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Clinging to God and Guns When I was 18 years old I wrote a mindless poem about how I could no longer call myself a Christian because of the history of abuse by the Church over the centuries. I walked away from the faith because I could not distinguish the acts of evil humans within the church and the church itself. But I was a freshman in college. Today we examine an article by a "pastor" in the United Methodist Church who has decided to reject the cross because others have used it as a symbol in commission of evil acts. What drove her to this conclusion? The acts of an anti-semitic, Trump-hating, Nazi who attacked the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh. GunMag Warehouse – Need more Magazines? Find out what gun magazines we have for you! Prayer of the Week Absolve, we implore You, O Lord, Your people from their offenses, that from the bonds of our sins which by reason of our frailty we have brought upon us we may be delivered by Your bountiful goodness; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan, Dave, David D., David H., David W., Edwin, Frank, Gordon, Jackie, James, Jesse, John B., John N., Kalroy, Lucas, Marc, Robert L., Robert M., Russell, Samuel, and Tyler!

Nov 26, 201850 min

Episode 145 - Our Culture of Death

Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin says we live in a culture that celebrates death and that contributes to mass shootings. The media laughed him off and missed his larger point. Lloyd discusses the culture we live in and changes we could make to deter or prevent mass shootings and ideas where common ground might be found between the two sides of the gun debate. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. Save 15% when you use promo code "armedpodcast" at checkout. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest Rolling Stone – Kentucky Governor Blames Zombies for Mass Shootings in America Chicago Tribune – Why so much gun violence in America? Zombies on TV, says Kentucky governor Matt Bevin Newsweek – REPUBLICAN GOVERNOR BLAMES MASS SHOOTINGS ON ZOMBIES, ABORTIONS, US 'CULTURE OF DEATH'—NOT GUNS GUNS Facebook – Matt Bevin Q&A on Gun Control and the Value of Life Everyday Cigar Deals Commentary When Kentucky Governor Matt Bevin mentioned TV shows about zombies in an radio interview about the culture of death in this country, the news media poo-poo'd his arguments by focusing on zombies and ignoring the larger point. Lloyd discusses the state of American culture and what we can to to turn things around. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia shares tips for hunting at long range. Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Clinging to God and Guns Where do we find common ground in the discussion of how we stop mass shootings? Lloyd throws out the most contentious issues on both sides and suggests steps we could take. Prayer of the Week Almighty God, we implore You, show Your mercy unto Your humble servants, that we who put no trust in our own merits may not be dealt with after the severity of Your judgment, but according to Your mercy; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan, Dave, David D., David H., David W., Edwin, Frank, Gordon, Jackie, James, Jesse, John B., John N., Kalroy, Lucas, Marc, Robert L., Robert M., Russell, Samuel, and Tyler!

Nov 19, 201854 min

Episode 144 - Sojourners, Travellers, and Migrants

With a migrant caravan header for the southern border, voices on both sides of the immigration issue are misusing God's Word to support their position. Lloyd and Pastor Bennett examine the subject of illegal immigration and how we, as Christians, should think about the subject. Plus Lloyd's thoughts on the mid-term elections and tips from Mia and Sgt. Bill. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. Save 15% when you use promo code "armedpodcast" at checkout. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest Raw Story – Methodist pastor tells CNN why he shamed Jeff Sessions over treatment of immigrants: 'God calls them my people' Pulpit & Pen – The Biblical Answer to Migrant Caravan is Bombs and Bullets Breitbart – Kasich says the Lord doesn't want Americans opposing the migrant caravan. Shop Firearms and Guns at Palmetto State Armory. Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill is back with an idea to solve Lloyd's problems with shooting non-threat targets. Everyday Cigar Deals Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia talks about the value of bringing family along on hunts, even if they are not hunters. Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Clinging to God and Guns With a migrant caravan header for the southern border, noted theologian John Kasich chided Americans to open their hearts to illegal immigrants because the Lord doesn't want walls or borders. On the other side, an insane post at Pulpit and Pen suggest the Christian response to these migrants is bombs and bullets. Lloyd and Pastor Bennett examine the subject of illegal immigration and how God's Word should inform our opinions on the subject. Prayer of the Week Stir up, we implore You, O Lord, the wills of Your faithful people that they, plenteously bring forth the fruit of good works, may of You be plenteously rewarded; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan, Dave, David D., David H., David W., Edwin, Frank, Gordon, Jackie, James, Jesse, John B., John N., Kalroy, Lucas, Marc, Robert L., Robert M., Russell, Samuel, and Tyler!

Nov 12, 20181h 6m

Episode 143 - Reformation Gun Club Sampler

The Reformation Gun Club is a site for supporters of Armed Lutheran Radio. For $2 per month you get access to lots of exclusive content. This week we give you a sample of the great content available to members. Today we share excerpts from our exclusive hangouts with the cast: Mia Anstine, Sgt. Bill Silvia, Pr. John Bennett, and the contributor formerly known as A-A-Ron. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. Save 15% when you use promo code "armedpodcast" at checkout. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest Join the Reformation Gun Club today! Prayer of the Week O almighty God, who has knit together Your elect in one communion and fellowship in the mystical body of Your Son Jesus Christ, our Lord, grant us grace so to follow Your blessed saints in all virtuous and godly living that we may come to those unspeakable joys that you have prepared for those who unfeignedly love You; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan, Dave, David D., David H., David W., Edwin, Frank, Gordon, Jackie, James, Jesse, John B., John N., Kalroy, Lucas, Marc, Robert L., Robert M., Russell, Samuel, and Tyler!

Nov 5, 20181h 8m

Episode 142 - The State Of American Christianity

Lloyd and Mia are holding down the fort this week. Mia has a tip for how to react to an active shooter situation and Lloyd shares his thoughts on the upcoming election. And then, in Clinging to God & Guns, Lloyd is looking at a recent survey of what Americans believe to try to answer the question of why so many Christians support gun control. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. Save 15% when you use promo code "armedpodcast" at checkout. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest Concordia Publishing House – Called to Vote: A Christian's Approach to Elections Lifeway Research – What Do Americans Believe About God? The State Of Theology Shop Firearms and Guns at Palmetto State Armory. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia talks about active shooter training at the She Never Quit Conference. Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Clinging to God and Guns Every two years Ligonier Ministries conducts a survey of the religious beliefs of 3000 Americans. Today Lloyd reviews the findings of that survey to show you how American beliefs play out in the gun debate. GunMag Warehouse – Need more Magazines? Find out what gun magazines we have for you! Prayer of the Week O Lord God, heavenly Father, pour out, we implore You, Your Holy Spirit upon Your faithful people, keep them steadfast in Your grace and truth, protect and comfort them in all temptations, defend them against all enemies of Your Word, and bestow upon Christ's Church Militant Your saving peace; through the same Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan, Dave, David D., David H., David W., Edwin, Frank, Gordon, Jackie, James, Jesse, John B., John N., Kalroy, Lucas, Marc, Robert L., Robert M., Russell, Samuel, and Tyler!

Oct 28, 201844 min

Episode 141 - Facing Persecution

We've talked about the Christian view of home defense in Episode 85, but now, with violence rising against those with conservative political and traditional religious beliefs, how should we think about suffering, persecution and self-defense? Lloyd and Pastor Bennett address the issue in today's Clinging to God & Guns. Plus tips from Mia and Sgt. Bill. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest LifeNews – Man Who Brutally Assaulted a Pro-Life Woman Identified, Fired After Video Goes Viral LifeNews – Soros-Funded Activist Who Assaulted Pro-Life Woman Staffer Attacked Other Republicans Previously Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill talks about taking mixing and matching parts from different holsters that you probably have in that box of forgotten holsters. Everyday Cigar Deals Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia, fresh off her trip to the She Never Quit Conference in Texas, shares handgun sighting tips for women. Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Clinging to God and Guns With one political party encouraging supporters to confront and harass political opponents, violence is bound to result. Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss the issue, contrast current events with the concept of Biblical persecution, and discuss when it's appropriate to resist. Prayer of the Week Lord, we implore You to keep Your household the Church in continual godliness, that through Your protection she may be free from all adversities and devoutly given to serve You in good works; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan, Dave, David D., David H., David W., Edwin, Frank, Gordon, Jackie, James, Jesse, John B., John N., Kalroy, Lucas, Marc, Robert L., Robert M., Russell, Samuel, and Tyler!

Oct 21, 201852 min

Episode 140 - When Your Spouse Hates Guns

In this overdue episode we're talking marriage and guns. What do you do when you want a gun for home or self-defense but your spouse says no? The Bible spells out the relationship between men and women. Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss this relationship and how it affects your responsibility to protect and defend your family. Plus tips from Mia and Sgt. Bill! THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. www.CooksHolsters.com Use the promo code "armedpodcast" to save 15% off your order. Links of Interest WOMA 2018 She Never Quit Summit Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Bill is up early for the 2018 North Texas Regional with a quick tip about preparing the night before a major match. Everyday Cigar Deals Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia tells us about The Women's Outdoor Media Association's 4th annual She Never Quit Summit at the Lazy J Ranch in Marquez, Texas. Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Clinging to God and Guns Inspired by an article in the book "Here I Blog" and a social media post from Rick Ector, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett offer relationship advice for those who want a gun for self- or home-defense but face resistance from a fearful or anti-gun spouse. Prayer of the Week Grant, we implore You, merciful Lord, to Your faithful people pardon and peace, that they may be cleansed from all their sins and serve You with a quiet mind; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan P., David H., David W., Gordon L., Jackie R., James M., John N., Kalroy, Tyler C., Frank S., Vince W., Harold U., Douglas R., Lucas A., Dave V., Robert M., Russell W., Marc L., John B., and Jesse W.

Oct 14, 201859 min

Episode 139 - Living with Fear and Guns

Fear is a powerful emotion. Progressive Christians employ fear in two very contradictory ways to push their anti-gun agenda. We gun-owners should have no fear if we have faith and therefore we should not need a gun. And at the same time we should fear gun violence so much that we should support gun control. But God makes it clear that we should not be afraid. We should not worry or be anxious about this world. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest Patheos.com – Living with Fear and Guns Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill shares a tip for adding pressure to your practice. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia is on an elk hunt and will be with us next week. Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Clinging to God and Guns Pastor Bennett is presiding over a funeral so Lloyd is on his own this week, considering the idea of fear and the contradicting ways it's used in the gun rights debate by gun-control supporters. Everyday Cigar Deals Prayer of the Week O God, forasmuch as without You we are not able to please You, mercifully grant that Your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan P., David H., David W., Gordon L., Jackie R., James M., John N., Kalroy, Tyler C., Frank S., Vince W., Harold U., Douglas R., Lucas A., Dave V., Robert M., Russell W., Marc L., John B., and Jesse W.

Sep 30, 201836 min

Episode 138 - Government and Gun Control Revisited

This week Lloyd and Pastor Bennett take up an email from a listener who wants us to revisit the question of what Christians owe the government and whether limiting the tools available for self-defense and defense of neighbor is a violation of God's Law. Plus tips from Mia and Sgt. Bill and Lloyd's thoughts on the Kavanaugh debacle. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest She Never Quit Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill is back from Alabama with an after-action report on his performance at the 3rd IDPA National Championship. Everyday Cigar Deals Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia is back from her Elk hunt with info about an awesome upcoming event for women. Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Clinging to God and Guns A listener wrote to suggest that in episode 134 we sidestepped the issue of whether laws limiting the types of guns available to us put limits on our ability to defend our neighbor. Should we, as Christians, be willing to violate such a law based on that argument? Lloyd and Pastor Bennett revisit this issue to provide clarification. Prayer of the Week Lord, we implore You, grant Your people grace to withstand the temptations of the devil and with pure hearts and minds to follow You, the only God; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan P., David H., David W., Gordon L., Jackie R., James M., John N., Kalroy, Tyler C., Frank S., Vince W., Harold U., Douglas R., Lucas A., Dave V., Robert M., Russell W., Marc L., John B., and Jesse W.

Sep 23, 201849 min

Episode 137 - Farewell to Aaron Israel

This week on Armed Lutheran Radio we say "Farewell" to Aaron Israel as he hangs up his instructor hat to move on to other things. We look back at some of Aaron's appearances on the show over the years, and you'll hear Aaron's final segment. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest Reformation Gun Club – Hangout with Aaron Israel Armed Lutheran Radio – Episode 8 Armed Lutheran Radio – Episode 56 Armed Lutheran Radio – Episode 102 Aaron Israel of Fundamental Defense Aaron has been with us since episode 8 and over the course of three years he has provided timely and timeless information. Sgt. Bill and I took his Combat Focus Shooting one day class in 2016. It was my first full-day of self-defense training and it was a real eye-opener. Aaron is a gifted instructor and easily makes the complex understandable. When it came time to find an instructor for my wife's license to carry class, I turned to Aaron. Over the course of the next two years I learned a ton from Aaron, through his weekly tips, his articles, his posts in social media, and my opportunities to hang out with him on the show, on the range, on a road trip to the Louisiana State IDPA match in 2017. I will forever be grateful to him for the content he provided for listeners to this show. I am honored to consider him and friend and I know that whatever he puts his heart and mind into next will be a tremendous success. Prayer of the Week O Lord, we pray that Your grace may always go before and follow after us, that we may be continually given to all good works; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan P., David H., David W., Gordon L., Jackie R., James M., John N., Kalroy, Tyler C., Frank S., Vince W., Harold U., Douglas R., Lucas A., Dave V., Robert M., Russell W., and Marc L.

Sep 16, 201843 min

Episode 136 - Brett Grayson from Tactical Pay Radio

This week on Armed Lutheran Radio we introduce you to Brett Grayson, better known to his students as "Dr. G", host of Tactical Pay Radio, another of the great podcasts on the Self Defense Radio Network. Mia has another tip for rifle shooting, Sgt. Bill reviews the Glock 34 MOS, and Aaron has an important gun safety tip. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest Tactical Pay Radio Home Page Special Guest: Brett Grayson Dr. Brett Grayson is a history teacher from Houston, Texas and host of the Tactical Pay Radio podcast, another excellent show on the Self Defense Radio Network. GunMag Warehouse – Need more Magazines? Find out what gun magazines we have for you! Aaron Israel of Fundamental Defense Aaron has tips for dealing with the difficult subject of elderly adults, declining cognitive abilities, and gun safety. Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill shares pros and cons of his new Glock 34 MOS. Everyday Cigar Deals Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia has more rifle shooting tips. Today she discusses tips and gear to help you get into position to take a shot. Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Prayer of the Week Keep, we implore You, O Lord, Your Church with Your perpetual mercy; and because the frailty of mankind without You cannot but fall, keep us ever by Your help from all things hurtful and lead us to all things profitable to our salvation; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Shop Firearms and Guns at Palmetto State Armory. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan P., David H., David W., Gordon L., Jackie R., James M., John N., Kalroy, Tyler C., Frank S., Vince W., Harold U., Douglas R., Lucas A., Dave V., Robert M., Russell W., and Marc L.

Sep 9, 20181h 3m

Episode 135 - Brian Duff of Mind4Survival

This week on Armed Lutheran Radio we introduce you to Brian Duff, host of Mind4Survival, another of the great podcasts on the Self Defense Radio Network. Mia has another tip for rifle shooting, Sgt. Bill reviews an excellent piece of reloading gear, and Aaron returns with another self-defense tip. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest Mind4Survival Home Page Special Guest: Brian Duff Brian Duff is a former Army Ranger and international security specialist and is now the host of Mind4Survival, another excellent show on the Self Defense Radio Network. GunMag Warehouse – Need more Magazines? Find out what gun magazines we have for you! Aaron Israel of Fundamental Defense Aaron Israel is back from the Dakotas with an after-action report and lessons learned about 3rd-party defensive interventions. Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill reviews an awesome piece of kit if you are a reloader. The Shockbottle "Hundo" case gauge. Everyday Cigar Deals Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia has more rifle shooting tips. Today she discusses shooting positions. Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Prayer of the Week Keep, we implore You, O Lord, Your Church with Your perpetual mercy; and because the frailty of mankind without You cannot but fall, keep us ever by Your help from all things hurtful and lead us to all things profitable to our salvation; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Shop Firearms and Guns at Palmetto State Armory. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan P., David H., David W., Gordon L., Jackie R., James M., John N., Kalroy, Tyler C., Frank S., Vince W., Harold U., Douglas R., Lucas A., Dave V., Robert M., Russell W., and Marc L.

Sep 2, 20181h 2m

Episode 134 - Christians, Gun Control and Government

In this episode we bring you a feature-length edition of Clinging to God and Guns where Lloyd and Pastor Bennett consider what God's Word says about government and what we, as Christians, owe the ruling authorities. Leftist gun-grabbers accuse us of loving guns more than God. So we center our discussion around Romans 13, and the idea that government is instituted for our good and ask (and answer) some tough questions. Are we right to refuse to comply with the law if we disagree with it? Was the American Revolution a violation of Romans 13? What about government turned evil? What about gun control? As a Christian, must we comply if the law violates God's law? The questions and answers are difficult and uncomfortable at times, and that's why we ask them. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest Bible Gateway – Romans 13:1-7 ESV Armed Lutheran Radio – Episode 17 – The Three Estates and Self-Defense Armed Lutheran Radio – Episode 43 – Of God and Gun Free Zones GunMag Warehouse – Need more Magazines? Find out what gun magazines we have for you! Shop ModernSpartanSystems.com for the best cleaning, lubrication, and accuracy products for firearms. Everyday Cigar Deals Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Legal Plans Starting at $24.95/month. Shop LegalShield Today! Shop Firearms and Guns at Palmetto State Armory. Prayer of the Week Almighty and everlasting God, give unto us the increase of faith, hope, and charity, and as we do obtain that which You promise, make us to love that which You command; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan P., David H., David W., Gordon L., Jackie R., James M., John N., Kalroy, Tyler C., Frank S., Vince W., Harold U., Douglas R., Lucas A., Dave V., Robert M., Russell W., and Marc L.

Aug 26, 20181h 3m

Episode 133 - Matt Disher from American Guns

This week Lloyd is joined by special guest Matt Disher, confessional Lutheran and host of the American Guns podcast to discuss his show, his experiences as a pro-gun public school teacher and his love for the Constitution and the 2nd Amendment. Mia shares more rifle shooting tips, we re-visit Aaron's tips for concert safety, and Lloyd discusses the nature of evil and original sin. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest ABC News – 2 American cyclists among 4 dead in Tajikistan attack claimed by ISIS SDRN.us – The American Guns Podcast Aaron Israel of Fundamental Defense – After Mrs. Armed Lutheran attended a concert over the weekend, we re-visit Aaron's tips for concert safety from Episode 90. Need more Magazines? Find out what gun magazines we have for you! Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill – Lord willing, Sgt. Bill will be back with us next week. Everyday Cigar Deals at Cigar Page Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine – Mia continues her series on rifle shooting with tips for zeroing your optics for hunting. Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Clinging to God and Guns – Lord willing, Pastor Bennett will be back with us next week. Shop Firearms and Guns at Palmetto State Armory. Special Guest: Matt Disher Matt Disher, the host of the American Guns podcast is our special guest. Prayer of the Week Almighty and merciful God, whose gift it is that Your faithful possess all things pertaining to faith and life, we implore You that we may so faithfully cling to Your promises in this life that we fail not finally to attain to Your heavenly glory; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen. Legal Plans Starting at $24.95/month. Shop LegalShield Today! Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan P., David H., David W., Gordon L., Jackie R., James M., John N., Kalroy, Tyler C., Frank S., Vince W., Harold U., Douglas R., Lucas A., Dave V., Robert M., Russell W., and Marc L.

Aug 19, 20181h 9m

Episode 132 - The NRA's Theology

Lloyd and Pastor Bennett review an article that claims the NRA's claim that the only thing that stops a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun is theologically dangerous and morally repugnant…but offers absolutely no theology to counter the idea. Plus thoughts on 3D printed guns and tips from Mia, Bill, and Aaron. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest SOJO.net – The NRA's Dangerous Theology GunMag Warehouse – Need more Magazines? Find out what gun magazines we have for you! Shop ModernSpartanSystems.com for the best cleaning, lubrication, and accuracy products for firearms. Everyday Cigar Deals Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Legal Plans Starting at $24.95/month. Shop LegalShield Today! Shop Firearms and Guns at Palmetto State Armory. Aaron Israel of Fundamental Defense Safety is a concept. Failure to apply the same concepts off the range as you do when you are onthe range can have tragic consequences. Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Sgt. Bill reviews his new NcStar VTUPRS Universal Pistol Rear Sight Tool. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Mia shares great news about the growth of the Eddie Eagle Gun Safety Program. Clinging to God and Guns Lloyd and Pastor Bennett fisk an article by the CEO of Sojourners written as a response to Wayne Lapierre's "Good Guy with a Gun" speech after Newtown. Prayer of the Week Almighty and everlasting God, who are always more ready to hear than we to pray and give more than we either desire or deserve, pour down upon us the abundance of Your mercy, forgiving those things of which our conscience is afraid and giving us those good things that we are not worthy to ask, except through the merits and mediation of Christ, our Lord; through the same Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Ghost, ever one God, world without end. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan P., David H., David W., Gordon L., Jackie R., James M., John N., Kalroy, Tyler C., Frank S., Vince W., Harold U., Douglas R., Lucas A., Dave V., Robert M., Russell W., and Marc L.

Aug 12, 20181h 8m

Episode 131 - Danny & Cheryl Todd

This week on Armed Lutheran Radio we are joined by the dynamic duo of Gun Freedom Radio. Danny & Cheryl Todd are business owners, gun store owners, parents, grandparents, podcasters, and Second Amendment advocates. They join Lloyd for the first time to talk about running a gun store, working with your kids, broadcasting, and speaking to your elected representatives about your gun rights. And polka dots. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest Gun Freedom Radio AZ Firearms.com Pot of Gold Estate Auctions GunMag Warehouse – Need more Magazines? Find out what gun magazines we have for you! Shop ModernSpartanSystems.com for the best cleaning, lubrication, and accuracy products for firearms. Everyday Cigar Deals Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Legal Plans Starting at $24.95/month. Shop LegalShield Today! Shop Firearms and Guns at Palmetto State Armory. Special Guests: Dan & Cheryl Todd Dan & Cheryl Todd are he hosts of Gun Freedom Radio, a show devoted to spreading information about the right to keep and bear arms. The dynamic duo join us to discuss their businesses, their family, the DC Project, and the state of gun rights in America today. And polka dots. Aaron Israel of Fundamental Defense Aaron comments on the parking lot shooting in Florida and how to avoid getting involved in pointless disputes when you are carrying a gun. Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill Bill reports on his vacation. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Brass? Bras? Mia is talking about bra holsters and similar carry options for women. Clinging to God and Guns Pastor Bennett will be back with us in Episode 132. Prayer of the Week O God, as You declare Your almighty power above all in showing mercy and pity, mercifully grant unto us such a measure of Your grace that we may obtain Your gracious promises and be made partakers of Your heavenly treasures; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan P., David H., David W., Gordon L., Jackie R., James M., John N., Kalroy, Tyler C., Frank S., Vince W., Harold U., Douglas R., Lucas A., Dave V., Robert M., Russell W., and Marc L.

Aug 5, 20181h 6m

Episode 130 - M is for Marcionism

This week on Armed Lutheran Radio we learn about the word "Marcionism," a 2nd Century gnostic heresy taught by Marcion of Sinope. Marcion suggested that the God of the Old Testament and the God of the New Testament are different gods. One is violent and cruel, the other loving and forgiving. That heresy survives today at Clackamass United Church of Christ where Rev. Adam Erickson hates the story of Noah and the flood because the "God character" in that story is nothing like Jesus. THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY COOK'S HOLSTERS. AMERICAN MADE CUSTOM HOLSTERS WITH A 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE. www.CooksHolsters.com Links of Interest Patheos.com – Sermon: Swimming through the Flood – Guns, Violence, and US Politics CARM.org – What is Marcionism? GunMag Warehouse – Need more Magazines? Find out what gun magazines we have for you! Shop ModernSpartanSystems.com for the best cleaning, lubrication, and accuracy products for firearms. Everyday Cigar Deals Get Regular Refills Coffee Subscriptions at the Dunkin' Donuts Shop Now! Legal Plans Starting at $24.95/month. Shop LegalShield Today! Shop Firearms and Guns at Palmetto State Armory. Aaron Israel of Fundamental Defense Would you know what to do if you or someone with you got bitten by a snake? If you like to hike or go camping, knowing what to do should be part of your personal defense strategy. Ballistic Minute with Sergeant Bill There's a sickness sweeping the competitive shooting world. Gear Acquisition Syndrome or G.A.S. Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine Muzzle breaks can be a great addition to your rifle. Clinging to God and Guns Pastor Bennett is back from vacation and he and Lloyd are looking at a smug Marcionite who hates the Biblical Story of the flood because our world is already too violent with all the school shootings so we don't need stories about God being violent. Prayer of the Week Let Your merciful ears, O Lord, be open to the prayers of Your humble servants; and that they may obtain their petitions, make them to ask such things as shall please You; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord. Amen. Our Closing Theme A rockin' rendition of A Mighty Fortress is Our God, performed just for Armed Lutheran Radio by Kenny Gates. Thank you to our Reformation Gun Club members! Bryan P., David H., David W., Gordon L., Jackie R., James M., John N., Kalroy, Tyler C., Frank S., Vince W., Harold U., Douglas R., Lucas A., Dave V., Robert M., Russell W., and Marc L.

Jul 29, 20181h 9m