Best Lutheran Hour Ministries Podcasts (2025)

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Pain

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Malachi 3:13-17a - “Your words have been hard against Me, says the Lord. But you say, ‘How have we spoken against You?’ You have said, ‘It is vain to serve God. What is the profit of our keeping His charge or of walking as in mourning before the Lord of hosts? And now we call the arrogant blessed. Evildoers not only prosper but they put God to the …

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The Water of Life

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Psalm 46:4-7 - There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High. God is in the midst of her; she shall not be moved; God will help her when morning dawns. The nations rage, the kingdoms totter; He utters His voice, the earth melts. The Lord of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our fortress.…

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The Day Is Surely Drawing Near

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“The day is surely drawing near When Jesus, God’s Anointed In all His power shall appear As Judge whom God appointed. Then fright shall banish idle mirth, And flames on flames shall ravage earth As Scripture long has warned us. “O Jesus Christ, do not delay, But hasten our salvation; We often tremble on our way In fear and tribulation. O hear and g…

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The Name on the Front

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Mercy is an others-focused attitude because God is an others-first God.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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By God’s Grace We Live in Faith

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John 6:37 - [Jesus said] “All that the Father gives Me will come to Me, and whoever comes to Me I will never cast out.”By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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The Name on the Front

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Romans 12:5-6a - So we, though many, are one body in Christ, and individually members one of another. Having gifts that differ according to the grace given to us, let us use them ….”By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Dying and Living

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Luke 21:8, 12-19 - And He [Jesus] said, “See that you are not led astray. For many will come in My Name, saying, ‘I am He!’ and, ‘The time is at hand!’ Do not go after them.” … “But before all this they will lay their hands on you and persecute you, delivering you up to the synagogues and prisons, and you will be brought before kings and governors …

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Being a Burden?

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2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 - Now we command you, brothers, in the Name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that you keep away from any brother who is walking in idleness and not in accord with the tradition that you received from us. For you yourselves know how you ought to imitate us, because we were not idle when we were with you, nor did we eat anyone's bread…

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Fire

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Malachi 4:1-3 - “For behold, the day is coming, burning like an oven, when all the arrogant and all evildoers will be stubble. The day that is coming shall set them ablaze, says the Lord of hosts, so that it will leave them neither root nor branch. But for you who fear My Name, the sun of righteousness shall rise with healing in its wings. You shal…

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A New Song

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Psalm 98:1-3 - Oh sing to the Lord a new song, for He has done marvelous things! His right hand and His holy arm have worked salvation for Him. The Lord has made known His salvation; He has revealed His righteousness in the sight of the nations. He has remembered His steadfast love and faithfulness to the house of Israel. All the ends of the earth …

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O Word of God Incarnate

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“The Church from You, dear Master, Received the gift divine; And still that light is lifted O’er all the earth to shine. It is the chart and compass That, all life’s voyage through, Mid mists and rocks and quicksands Still guides, O Christ, to You. “O make Your Church, dear Savior, A lamp of burnished gold To bear before the nations Your true light…

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The Lead of Life

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The lead (or 'lede') of a news story conveys the most essential information. What is the lead of the Good News, the Gospel?By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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The Way Out

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Jesus alone is the Way out, rescuing us from sin, despair, and death. He calls us to live as people "on the way."By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Worn In

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Are you feeling worn down or worn out? Through faith, God conforms us to the pattern of Christ.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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God's Help Dwells in Us

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The Holy Spirit is the Helper who comes to dwell in and with us, to encourage and empower us.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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When a Cakewalk Becomes a Crucible

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Forgiveness isn't a formality with God. Forgiveness is formative. It changes us.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Every Age Has a Stage

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Every age has a stage, not just a stage of life, but also a stage on which to perform and to serve.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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On the Way, Already Home

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God made us to move--toward Him in faith and toward our neighbor in love.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Someone Worth Having

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We lost God's name along the way, but God found us and gave us the Name by which we can know Him: Jesus--"God saves."By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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It's All on God; It's All on Us

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A paradox doesn't make sense, mathematically. But it can be an accurate description of real-life experience.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Dying, We Live

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God's love finds His people in the wilderness, the place where God gives bread from heaven, water from a rock, and streams in the desert.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Life Narrows Down

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"Life narrows down and crisis comes. There, in the narrow place stands Jesus."By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Gideon, the Farmer General

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Archives August--Dr. Oswald Hoffmann recounts the story of Gideon, an unlikely military leader.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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The Stuttering Man of Destiny

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Archives August--Dr. Oswald Hoffmann recounts the story of Moses.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Writing Him Off

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After Jesus claimed the Old Testament was written about Him, the people of His hometown wrote Him off.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Proclaim His Glory

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Of course, we should search the Scriptures, but we search them for Jesus, the One to Whom the Scriptures point.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Getting the Talk Started

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God's Law-talk prepares us for God's Gospel-talk. Author Tim Carter (The Executioner's Redemption) is featured.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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God's Plan = Jesus

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God's plans for us are not me-centered; they are Christ-centered. Dr. Zeigler talks with "Soul Surfer" author, Bethany Hamilton.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Fearless and Endless Growing

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God's Word grows like a perfect garden, bearing fruit in every season.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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A Little Light, Reading

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The Book of Job is not light reading, but Christians read it in the Light of Christ.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Honest to God

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The Book of Job can teach us something about prayer and about how we can talk honestly to God, covered by Jesus.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Should I Be Worried About the Devil?

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The devil is real, but rather than fretting about the evil he can do, we rejoice in all that Christ has done to defeat him.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Nothing He'd Rather Be Doing

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Jesus is a tireless Searcher with an affinity for finding lost people.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Ticket Stubs Turned to Joy

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The Holy Spirit calls us to turn from the darkness of a self-centered life and come into the light of Jesus' self-giving love.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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God's Gumbo

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The Church is like a pot of Louisiana gumbo, a diverse stew bound together by the power of Jesus' love.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Moving Forward - S2E10 32:29

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That's a wrap for season two, as we reflect on what we've learned. We also hear from a church that is taking the next steps to create a hospitable environment in which all God's people thrive. It may sound like a tall order, but we know that God can provide us with abundant love and resources.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Doing the Work - S2E9 35:15

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Gerard and Janine look at the ministry of a familiar congregation to highlight the importance of partnering with churches outside your neighborhood. We see that the benefits go both ways.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Adjusting the Paradigm - S2E8 30:27

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We all have a unique way of viewing the world. In this episode, Janine and Gerard explore ways to adjust the paradigm and view the world as Christ does.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Pass the Ball - S2E7 30:22

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In this episode, we look at the ways sports offer key insights into living as the Body of Christ. Teamwork is key. It's important we know our roles and share the goal. We also explore why it's important to center the experiences of minority groups.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Agree on the Problem, Part 2 - S2E6 26:19

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Gerard and Janine continue to explore the reasons why people are unconcerned about partiality in the church and society. They share some of their own experiences and consider some potential solutions.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Agree on the Problem, Part 1 - S2E5 31:13

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Some Christians don't feel that reconciliation work is urgent. Why is that? How can churches better reflect the multiethnic wisdom of our heavenly Father? Gerard and Janine start a two-part conversation about Barna's Beyond Diversity study.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Conviction vs. Condemnation - S2E4 33:32

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It can be scary to admit responsibility for our sin. But conviction and condemnation aren't the same. In this episode, we look to one of Scripture's major characters to learn how to deal with the conviction we feel when we err. As we do, we find God's grace waiting for us and learn what to do next.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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Understanding the Process - S2E3 16:52

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Special guest alert! Pastor JT Thomas has been working in reconciliation for nearly two decades. He runs an organization called Civil Righteousness. Its mission is to equip churches to begin reconciliation work in a God-fearing way. His expertise will be a guide for our own contexts.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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The Bigger Problem - S2E2 29:37

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This episode highlights the gap between God's love of all people and our own relative unwillingness to champion the needs of minority groups. We look to Scripture as our precedent and explore what God's Word says about His character and how to reflect it.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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The Problem - S2E1 27:21

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Welcome back! Janine and Gerard discuss what to expect this season. We'll introduce some research that will help us discern the church's role in racial reconciliation efforts. This season promises to be a lot of fun and extremely informative.By Lutheran Hour Ministries

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The (Im)partial Church - Trailer Season 2 1:44

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The Impartial Church is a podcast about living into our role in the body of Christ. There is little doubt that the world we live in can be divisive. However, it’s our belief that differences don’t have to lead to division. We think that the Church is the perfect place to begin the work of reconciliation. This season, our hosts, Rev. Dr. Gerard Boll…

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Q&A Season 1 Wrap Up - S1E10 28:30

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Season 1 is a wrap! In this episode, we tackle some questions that the audience submitted. We delve deeper into what it means to love others even when it costs something and explore why apathy isn’t as harmless as it may seem. If this conversation inspires further questions, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected].…

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Children Are Our Future, But We Are the Present - S1E9 29:19

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This season has made us all a little more aware of some of the issues that can arise in the church. In this episode we delve into Bystander Theory and how it impacts all of us. We even discuss how to be advocates for change when facing wrongdoing. If this conversation inspires further questions feel free to reach out to us at theimpartialchurch@lhm…

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Straddling the Line - S1E8 27:46

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Families are important. They look out for one another and are vital in value formation. God's family is the same. In this episode, we unpack the idea that we are all a part of a multi-ethnic family and learn about some helpful tools that can help us live into that calling. If this conversation inspires further questions feel free to reach out to us…

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A True Cultural Embrace - S1E7 30:30

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In past weeks we've observed that diversity is a vital part of God's design. Today we explore what it truly means to embrace other cultures and how doing so brings glory to God. If this conversation inspires further questions feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] Lutheran Hour Ministries