Being Lutheran

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss what the Ninth and Tenth Commandments promote by doing a Bible study on Phil. 4:4-13. The aim of the final two commandments is contentment, and the language of contentment is prayer.

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss what the Ninth & Tenth Commandments prohibit by doing a Bible study on both Colossians 3:5-11 and Romans 7:7-12. In the 9th & 10th Commandments, we see how the Law functions in general, and we see from these...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason continue their discussion of the 9th & 10th Commandments, highlighting the self-reflective nature of the two final commandments. The 9th & 10th Commandments are designed to drive us to introspection since coveting is not a crime we can accuse...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss the Ninth and Tenth Commandments as explained in Luther’s Small and Large Catechisms. They highlight the interconnectedness of all the commandments as well as the interconnectedness of the catechisms as a whole. From there, they discuss the definition...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss what the Eighth Commandment promotes by doing a Bible study on Hebrews 10:19-25. The life of the congregation is extremely valuable in providing context to the 8th Commandment. As we receive assurance of salvation from the application of...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason look at what the Eighth Commandment prohibits by doing a Bible study on James 3:1-12. As James says, “the tongue is a fire, a world of unrighteousness.”

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason continue their discussion on the Eighth Commandment. They talk about speaking the truth in love, how being edifying relates to being pro-life, and what it means to put the best possible construction on something.

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss the Eighth Commandment as it is presented by Luther’s small and large catechisms. The Eighth Commandment is especially important in today’s day and age because it deals with protecting the reputation of your neighbor, something that is increasingly...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss what the Seventh Commandment promotes by doing a Bible study on Luke 19:1-10. In the biblical account of Zaccheus, we see Jesus’ forgiveness and reconciliation of Zaccheus as what leads to his response of generosity, not vice versa.

In today’s episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss what the Seventh Commandment prohibits by doing a Bible study on 1 Kings 21:1-16. In looking at the vile actions of King Ahab against Naboth, we are reminded of the ugly reality of our own sin and our...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss the Seventh Commandment from the Small and Large Catechism. Even though the Seventh Commandment expressly forbids theft, it also covers things such as laziness and honest business dealing. To nobody’s surprise, our hosts discuss the impact of the...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason catch up in the midst of a busy summer. Jason has been doing a speaking series on Romans at a Bible Camp, Brett attended the FLY Convention in Estes Park, CO, and Brian talks about the blessings and pains...

In this episode, Brian and Jason continue to muddle along without Brett. Their discussion focuses on the role of doctrine and catechesis in forming people in the faith. The basics of our faith work in much the way the ABC’s of language work. We may no...

In this episode, Brian and Jason demonstrate Brett’s vital importance to the podcast by recording an episode without him. They discuss Jason’s recent Doctor of Ministry class at Concordia Seminary – St. Louis on Luther’s doctrine of the Two Kingdoms. They also examine the vital importance...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason do a Bible study on Matthew 4:1-11 as they wrap up their discussion on the Sixth Commandment. They look at the nature of temptation, and in discussing this passage, they point out that Jesus primarily serves as our substitute...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason examine the prohibitions of the Sixth Commandment through the lens of Scripture.  They look at the sin of David with Bathsheba and how God interacts with David through the prophet Nathan to both convict him of sin and forgive...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss the Sixth Commandment. The Sixth Commandment, in prohibiting adultery, is also simultaneously promoting both purity and especially the family.

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason respond to a comment left by a listener on the website. Jason apologizes for taking the application of a part of the Law beyond where he should have. When we hear the Law accusing and pointing out sin, we...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason wrap up their discussion on the Fifth Commandment by doing a review of the Law and Vocation. The lay out the concept of the two kinds of righteousness, and they discuss the freedom we have in Christ to live...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason discuss how the Fifth Commandment promotes life by doing a Bible study on Luke 10:25-37. In the parable of the Good Samaritan we learn how to love our neighbor by protecting his life, but we also learn how Jesus...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason look at what Luther’s small and large catechisms say about the Fifth Commandment. They discuss how sanctification works under the Fifth Commandment (and Second Table of the Law in general), as well as how the Fifth Commandment impacts loving...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason conclude the series on the Fourth Commandment with a Bible study on Rom. 13:1-7. They discuss the implications of the Fourth Commandment on civil society and living under our rulers.

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason continue their discussion on the Fourth Commandment by doing a Bible study on Ephesians 6:1-9 and looking at the parent/child relationship. The Fourth Commandment prescribes obedience to parents for children, but also commands that parents be honorable to their...

In this episode, Brett, Brian, and Jason do a brief Bible study on Numbers 16:1-11 as they examine the nature of the Fourth Commandment in prohibiting anarchy. During the discussion, they take a closer look at leadership according to the Bible and also talk about the biblical...

In this episode, Brett and Jason continue their discussion on the Fourth Commandment from Luther’s small and large catechisms. We are (finally) joined by producer Brian Ricke. Discussion topics include vocation, honor, and parenting.

In this episode, part one of two, Brett and Jason discuss the Fourth Commandment according to Luther’s small and large catechisms. The Fourth Commandment establishes authority and prohibits anarchy and is crucial to understanding the second table of the Law where God shows us how to...

In this episode, Brett and Jason explore the concept of rest in the Third Commandment. Solid, true, biblical teaching (orthodoxy) is a fulfillment of the Third Commandment because it comforts consciences and provides rest.

In this episode, Brett and Jason do a Bible study on 1 Timothy 1:3-11 and explore the nature of the Third Commandment and how it prohibits heresy. Heresy is especially dangerous, because it robs us of the comfort and rest provided in the Gospel.

In this episode, Brett and Jason discuss the nature and spiritual principles of the Third Commandment. The Third Commandment is more than simply avoiding work on Sunday. It is about resting in the promises of God’s Word fulfilled for us in Jesus Christ.

Brett & Jason take a break from the Ten Commandments and the catechisms to answer some e-mail questions from listeners about direct revelation from God, the nature of Holy Communion, and Christ’s descent into hell.

In this episode, Brett and Jason examine the nature of prayer as the fulfillment of the Second Commandment by doing a Bible study on 1 Timothy 2:1-8. Prayer is closely tied to our responsibility as truth-tellers under the Second Commandment because it is the proper use...

In this episode, Brett and Jason look at the Biblical account of Ananias and Sapphira from Acts 5:1-11 through the lens of the Second Commandment. In this study, they discuss how the Second Commandment prohibits blasphemy. Christians are to be truth-tellers, pointing out the ugliness and...

In this episode, Brett and Jason take up the Second Commandment according to Luther’s Small and Large Catechisms. They discuss the difference between the Second Commandment in the Lutheran and Reformed traditions and explore how blasphemy and prayer are related to God’s instructions to us in...

In this episode, Brett and Jason discuss the nature of faith in God as opposed to idolatry. They examine the different ways to talk about faith, and then move to a Bible study on Rom. 4:1-12.

In this episode, Brett and Jason turn to the Scriptures to study the concept of idolatry as prohibited by the first commandment. In looking at the “Parable of the Rich Fool” from Luke 12:13-21, they discuss covetousness as idolatry, idolatry of possessions as both a wealthy...

In this episode, Brett and Jason discuss the first commandment from the small and large catechisms. They examine both the nature of faith and the nature of idolatry. Finally, they answer the question, “What does it mean to trust in God?” You can download the worksheet...

In this episode, Brett and Jason do an overview of the Ten Commandments from Luther’s small and large catechisms. They discuss the three functions and purposes of the Law, and examine how each of the commandments simultaneously prohibit certain behavior while promoting the opposite behavior.

Having finished up the unit on the three ecumenical creeds, Brett and Jason turn their attention to Luther’s small and large catechisms. In this introduction to the catechisms, they discuss the catechetical method of teaching the faith, a brief history of the catechisms, and the content...

In this episode, Brett and Jason conclude the section on the three ecumenical creeds. They discuss how the creeds form the foundation of the Lutheran confessions, how the doctrine of the Trinity is practical, especially for understanding salvation, and how the creeds work to provide each...

In this episode, Brett and Jason discuss the Trinitarian theology of the Athanasian Creed. They examine the historical figure of Athanasius, the Biblical foundations for the doctrine of the Trinity, and the various heresies refuted by the orthodox teaching of the Athanasian Creed.

In this episode, Brett and Jason discuss how the Nicene Creed addresses the anti-Trinitarian heresy of Arianism. The Nicene Creed is the first confession produced by the Church after Christianity had been normalized and accepted in the Roman Empire thanks to Constantine. In it, we have...

In this episode, Brett and Jason discuss how having a confession and creed provides the Church with boundaries. They discuss the idolization of the early NT church, how heresy clarifies orthodoxy, and the way in which the epistles in the NT address various false teachings.

In this episode, Brett and Jason discuss how Jesus instituted the Church on the foundation of a confession and then they look at the role of Law & Gospel in the process of disciple making.

In this inaugural episode of the Being Lutheran Podcast, Brett and Jason introduce themselves and give the basis for the existence of the show.