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Theology on the Rise Podcast
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A Theology Podcast
At Theology on the Rise, we dive into a wide range of theological doctrines, all rooted in our shared identity in Jesus. While we each have a background in Biblical studies, we remain lifelong students of theology, eager to deepen our understanding. This is a space for growth, reflection, and a little bit of fun along the way.
Join us on the journey as we explore, learn, and grow together!
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Send us a text In this episode of Theology on the Rise, hosts Nathan, Seth, and Caleb engage in a deep conversation with Ben from the Instagram page "Confessed Christendom". They explore Ben's journey from a non-denominational background to discovering Lutheranism, discussing the impact of social media on faith, the importance of community, and the theological questions that arise during personal faith journeys. The conversation emphasizes the significance of finding peace in one's beliefs an...
Send us a text In this episode of Theology on the Rise, hosts Nathan, Caleb, and Seth engage with Luke Kjolhaug, a pastor and author, to explore the profound theological concept of being both a saint and a sinner. The conversation delves into Luke's journey of writing his book on the subject, the biblical foundations of this doctrine, and its implications for Christian identity and assurance. The hosts and Luke discuss the struggles believers face in reconciling their identities, the role of ...
Send us a text In this episode of Theology on the Rise, hosts Caleb, Seth, and Nathan engage with Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller in a profound discussion about the nature of prayer within the Christian faith. They explore the significance of prayer, its commands, and the promises associated with it. Wolfmueller emphasizes the importance of persistence in prayer, the boldness required when approaching God, and the necessity of aligning one's will with God's. The conversation also touches on the misc...
Send us a text In this episode of Theology on the Rise, hosts Nathan and Caleb engage with Boyd Hopkins, a Lutheran pastor and ministry leader, to explore the themes of effective prayer ministry, the significance of repentance, and the impact of unforgiveness on spiritual well-being. Boyd shares insights from his extensive experience in ministry, emphasising the importance of surrendering to God and the authority of Jesus in overcoming demonic influences. The conversation delves into the comp...
Send us a text In this episode of Theology on the Rise, the hosts engage in a deep conversation about the significance of mentorship in personal and spiritual growth. They explore their own experiences with mentors, the different styles of mentorship, and the importance of learning through real-life experiences. The discussion also touches on the apprenticeship model in ministry, the challenges of seeking mentorship in the digital age, and the necessity of in-person connections. The episode c...
Send us a text In this episode of Theology on the Rise, the hosts engage with Pastor Darcy Albers to explore the theology of food, discussing its significance in personal experiences, biblical narratives, and spiritual practices. They delve into how food connects to joy, community, and the divine, emphasizing the importance of intentionality in our relationship with food and its role in serving others. The conversation also touches on fasting, temptation, and the Eucharist, highlighting how f...
Send us a text In this episode of Theology on the Rise, hosts discuss the profound theological concept of Union with Christ with guest Austin Suggs from Gospel Simplicity. They explore the significance of this union in understanding salvation, the sacraments, and the implications for church life and Christian ethics. The conversation emphasizes that salvation is not merely a past event but an ongoing relationship with Christ, and how this understanding can transform the way believers interac...
Send us a text In this episode of Theology on the Rise, Nathan and Caleb reflect on the journey of the podcast through its first season, discussing personal growth, the importance of community and fellowship, and the impact of theology on their lives. They share exciting updates for Season Two! The conversation also delves into the challenges of finding a church community and the balance between theology and personal application. Logos60 Day's of Logos Bible Software FREEDisclaimer: This p...
Send us a text Summary In this episode of Theology on the Rise, hosts Nathan, Seth, and Caleb engage in a deep conversation with Flame, a Christian hip-hop artist and author. Flame shares his journey from a Reformed Baptist background to embracing Lutheran theology, particularly the concept of 'Extra Nos,' which emphasizes grace coming from outside of ourselves. The discussion explores the significance of sacraments, community, and the role of music in ministry, as well as the influence of c...
Send us a text Summary In this episode, the hosts Nathan and Seth talk with Pastor Grant about the Charismatic movement within the context of Lutheranism. They discuss the definition of Charismatic practices, the beauty and intimacy it brings to faith, and the concerns surrounding misuse and abuse. The conversation highlights the importance of the Holy Spirit in Lutheran theology, the resistance to Charismatic practices, and the significance of the external word. They also touch on the tensi...
Send us a text In this episode of Theology on the Rise, hosts Seth and Nathan explore Grant's unique journey through various Christian traditions, including Lutheranism, Anglicanism, and charismatic movements. Grant shares his experiences and the influences that shaped his faith, including the impact of the Church Fathers and the significance of sacramental theology. The conversation highlights the growing interest among younger generations in liturgical and sacramental traditions, as well ...
Send us a text In this episode of Theology on the Rise, hosts Nathan, Caleb, and Seth welcome Erick Sorensen from 1517 to discuss the significance of parables in the teachings of Jesus. Eric shares insights on how parables serve to reveal the nature of God's kingdom, the role of Jesus as the main character, and the importance of understanding these stories in the context of grace and forgiveness. The conversation explores the purpose of parables, their impact on audiences, and how they connec...
Send us a text In this episode of Theology on the Rise, Roger Viksnes shares his journey from pastoring in Connecticut and New York to starting a discipleship adventure in Pennsylvania. The conversation delves into the historical context and implications of pietism within the Lutheran Church, exploring the balance between piety and legalism, the importance of community and accountability, and the freedom found in grace through Christ. The hosts and Roger discuss the challenges and misconcepti...
Send us a text In this episode of Theology on the Rise, Nathan, Caleb and Seth engage in a deep discussion about the Gospel of Mark, focusing particularly on the enigmatic passage of Jesus cursing the fig tree. They explore the significance of this event, its connection to the temple, and the broader theological implications of the temple's destruction. In this episode, the conversation delves into the significance of the temple in biblical theology, particularly focusing on Solomon's d...
Send us a text In this episode Caleb, Nathan and Seth have a great conversation with theologian Chad Bird about Christology in the Old Testament. Chad is a scholar in residence with 1517 and was a pleasure to have on the show! Hope that you enjoy our conversation. 1517: https://www.1517.org/ Chad's Book (Christ Key): https://shop.1517.org/collections/chad-bird/products/9781962654876-the-christ-key Logos60 Day's of Logos Bible Software FREEDisclaimer: This post contains aff...
Send us a text In this episode of Theology on the Rise we spend 50 minutes talking about Law & Gospel and how YOU should read the bible through Law & Gospel glasses. Hope you enjoy this episode!
Send us a text In this episode we explore the ideas of Orthodoxy vs Orthopraxy with Pastor James Avery. Our discussion also ends up in the realm of Orthopathy. We are excited to show you this episode as we discuss weather teaching, actions or emotions are more important than one another in our Christian faith. Thanks for watching!
Send us a text In this episode with Sye Van Mannen we have a conversation about the 'Crux Theogorum' or the 'cross of the theologian' the question: 'why are some saved and not others?' It is a hard topic to tackle, but our friend Sye does a great job of offering a hopeful perspective. Thanks for listening we hope you enjoy!
Send us a text Part 2 of 2 of our Justification and Sanctification conversation with Ted Hill. In this episode we dive deep into sanctification and what that means in the context of Paul saying, "...that we might become the righteousness of God."
Send us a text This is part 1 of 2 of a conversation with Pastor Ted Hill. In this episode we continue the conversation around Justification from episode 1



