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Episode 77
Bob Sundquist takes us on a captivating journey through the turbulent founding story of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod—a tale far more complex and human than most church histories acknowledge. Mo…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
The LCMS Almost Lost This Pastor...
Episode 75
What happens when the traditional path to ministry isn't an option? For Pastor Eli Thomas, the journey to becoming an LCMS pastor meant navigating uncharted waters through the colloquy process while …
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Is the Term "Servant Leadership" Worth Using in the LCMS?
Episode 76
Joe Willmann shares his journey from wrestling coach to Lutheran Church Extension Fund leader, revealing how his perspective on leadership transformed from rigid systems to recognizing individual gif…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Is the LCMS Emotionally Healthy?
Episode 75
Tim Ahlman welcomes Rev. Dr. Michael Eckelkamp, who shares transformative leadership insights from his experience as Senior Executive Director at Christ Lincoln Church and Schools and mentor to count…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
Bridging LCMS Theology: Intellectual Tradition Meets Digital Mission
Episode 74
Tim sits down with Brian Stecker, associate pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Waconia, Minnesota, and creator of the "On the Line" podcast, to explore theological leadership in today's changing re…
Published on 3 months ago
Are We Using Too Much Secular Language?
Episode 72
What happens when we apply biblical language to modern business concepts? Attorney Colin Hoffman joins Tim and Jack to challenge how Christian leaders use marketplace terminology and offers a refresh…
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
The Genius of Jesus in Leadership
Season 6 Episode 71
What if everything we thought about leadership was backward? In this thought-provoking exploration of "The Genius of Jesus," we unpack how Christ established the most effective leadership development…
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago
How Freedom Shapes Faith: Lessons from the AFLC
Season 6 Episode 70
What does it mean to be "free" in a Lutheran context? Join us as we explore that question with President Micah Hjermstad of the Association of Free Lutheran Congregations. President Micah Hjermstad s…
Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago
Conviction and Cause: The Lutheran Balance
Season 6 Episode 69
Dr. Jon Braunersreuther joins Tim Ahlman to challenge one of the most persistent false dichotomies in Lutheran circles: the notion that being "confessional" and "missional" represent opposing priorit…
Published on 4 months ago
Tim Ahlman Issues a Formal Apology to the LCMS...
Season 6 Episode 68
Tim Ahlman shares important commitments being made to increase unity in the LCMS regarding pastoral formation discussions, explaining his decision to step back from public commentary on this topic wh…
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago