Podcast Episodes

Faith vs. Feelings: Why the LCMS Might Have It Wrong...

Episode 91

Are emotions a weakness—or a vital part of faith?

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9 months ago

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Pastoral Leadership in a Divided Church

Episode 90

In this powerful Lead Time episode, Tim Ahlman sits down with Rev. Mark Brandt — pastor, coach, and longtime leader in the Michigan District of the L…

9 months, 1 week ago

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LCMS in Freefall? Hard Truths About Pastors, Pews, and the Future

Episode 89

Is the LCMS truly facing a pastoral shortage — or do we have too many pastors and too few people in the pews? In this bold Lead Time episode, Tim Ahl…

9 months, 2 weeks ago

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LCMS Circuit Success Story: How Collaboration Can Actually Work

Episode 88

Most LCMS circuits struggle with collaboration—but not Pastor Joshua Reber’s. In this success story, Josh shares how his circuit has built healthy rh…

9 months, 3 weeks ago

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Responding to Evil: A Christian Reflection on the Charlie Kirk Assassination

This special Lead Time episode is unlike any other. Pastor Tim Ahlman is joined by his father, Pastor Dave Ahlman, to reflect on the tragic recent ev…

9 months, 3 weeks ago

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Barrier Breakers or Distinction Keepers? The Tension Shaping the LCMS

Episode 87

The LCMS wrestles with real division — often labeled “confessional vs. missional.” But is the deeper tension actually between Barrier Breakers and Di…

9 months, 4 weeks ago

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Why Most Lutheran Congregations Are Stuck at 50 Members

Episode 86

Across the LCMS and beyond, the average congregation hovers around 50 in worship. Why is this the case—and what can be done about it?

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10 months ago

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LCMS at a Breaking Point? What We Learned at the PSD Convention

Episode 85

In this episode of Lead Time, Tim Ahlman returns from sabbatical with a candid conversation about the changing landscape of ministry in the LCMS. Fro…

10 months, 1 week ago

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Why Most Lutherans Still Struggle With Identity

Episode 84

The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod often talks about vocation—but are we living it out? In this powerful episode, Tim Ahlman and Jack Kalleberg sit d…

10 months, 2 weeks ago

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LCMS at a Crossroads: Decline, Growth… or Something Else?

Episode 83

If you care about the future of the LCMS, you won’t want to miss this one.
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10 months, 3 weeks ago

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