Best Lutheran Project Podcasts (2026)

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Sex&Marriage: On "Chicks Dig Jerks" 35:46

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The Church should be the most pro-marriage institution on earth.Sometimes that means telling young men when a "dating strategy" is a really, really bad idea.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.comBy Very Lutheran Project

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Evaluating Gnosticism Pt.88 - Contemplative Status Signaling Tour Guide 33:46

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Let's continue reading "zostrianos," and take a look at the problems involved with the "contemplative" practices.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Scatterbrain Biblestudy - Race/Racism, identity, interracial marriage, and killing people with prayers 48:51

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In this Bible study we talked about: - The Biblical view of Race vs the Modernist view - How does the Bible distinguish between groups of people? Nations, Tribes, etc. - Identity determined by belief, not skincolor or ancestry - John 4, Samaritans - Acts 17 - Verses used against interracial marriage, such as "Unequally yoked" (2 cor 6:14) - Being m…

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VLL 63: Abraham versus the World 44:05

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Let's chat about Abraham and how his example helps us avoid the sins of worldliness.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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The Intersection of Technology and Theology w/ Steven Kim (Apologetics Canada) 1:11:31

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Send us a text In this episode of Theology on the Rise, hosts Caleb and Nathan welcome guest Steve Kim to delve into the complex topic of transhumanism and its implications for the Christian faith. They explore the ethical questions surrounding human enhancement, the role of technology in society, and the importance of contentment in a world increa…

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Two Purgatories (4Jan2026) 12:27

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Let us discuss indulgences, Purgatory, and the meaning behind suffering and persecution.PDF manuscript found here:verylutheran.biz/resourcesSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Reading the Church Fathers: Irenaeus, Pt.19 33:32

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Let's read through the Church Fathers, one by one, and get a picture of Church history from the ground floor.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Sex&Marriage: On Simpery 34:06

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The Church should be the most pro-marriage institution on earth.So let's talk about the instincts that *should* be benefiting marriage instead of randos online.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.comBy Very Lutheran Project

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Scatterbrain Biblestudy - Revisited 1st and 2nd Commandment, started 3rd, what can be an idol (Exodus 20) 42:08

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In this Bible study we talked about: - Exodus 20 - Revisited 1st and 2nd Commandments - Talked about "graven images" - An idol is anything you trust more than God - Other denominations objections to religious art - Icons - The orthodox understanding and use of icons - Experientialism in Pentecostalism and Orthodoxy - Style of Church/worship can bec…

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Evaluating Gnosticism Pt.87 - Climbing Mount Nonsense 29:19

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Let's start reading "zostrianos," and take a look at how exactly gnostics planned on achieving enlightenment.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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The Perfection of Christ's Obedience (28Dec2025) 13:14

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Let us discuss how the earthly life of Jesus ensures our salvation.PDF manuscript found here:verylutheran.biz/resourcesSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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A Christmas Free from Perfectionism (25Dec2025) 7:18

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Let us hear the case for relaxing today, free from the pressure of works righteousness and rejoicing in the sanctification Christ brings us.PDF manuscript found here:verylutheran.biz/resourcesSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Asking God for a Sign (Christmas Eve 2025) 11:17

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Let us discuss asking for and receiving a sign from God.PDF manuscript found here:verylutheran.biz/resourcesSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Evaluating Gnosticism Pt.86 - Gnostic Hymnody, Soundly Mocked 27:36

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Let's finish reading "the three steles of seth" and enjoy more cringey singing (with even cringier lyrics).Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Sex&Marriage: Semper Virgo? 42:24

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The Church should be the most pro-marriage institution on earth.So let's not let sexual hangups get in the way of the Gospel.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.comBy Very Lutheran Project

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Medieval Manuscripts and the Problem of Evil w/ D.P Curtin (The Scriptorium Project) 1:00:34

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Send us a text CHECK OUT D.P Curtin and The Scriptorium Project: https://thescriptoriumproject.com/ Summary In this episode of Theology on the Rise, hosts Nathan and Caleb welcome guest D.P. Curtin to discuss the Scriptorium Project, which aims to make ancient church texts accessible to everyone. The conversation delves into the life and works of A…

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How God has Made Himself Known (21Dec2025) 11:33

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Let us answer an objection to our faith, and connect this answer to Advent.PDF manuscript found here:verylutheran.biz/resourcesSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Reading the Church Fathers: Irenaeus, Pt.18 39:35

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Let's read through the Church Fathers, one by one, and get a picture of Church history from the ground floor.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Sex&Marriage: Marriage after the Resurrection? 42:09

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The Church should be the most pro-marriage institution on earth.But what should the Church say about marriage in the NEW earth?Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.comBy Very Lutheran Project

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Evaluating Gnosticism Pt.85 - Gnostic Hymnody Redux 34:14

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Let's start reading "the three steles of seth" and discuss why gnostic hymns aren't really hymns.Also now featuring yours truly singing very badly (on purpose).Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Scatterbrain Biblestudy - God speaks from Mt Sinai, 1st commandment, a blasphemous prayer to Mary (Exodus 28-20:6) 48:32

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In this Bible study we talked about: - Exodus 18-20:6 - 1st Commandment - John 8 (who are the true children of God/Abraham) - Romans 10-11 (How are the Jewish people still special in God's plan) - A blasphemous prayer to Mary

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Revelation Pt.48 - The Lake of Fire 20:23

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Let us discuss the judgment at the Great White Throne.PDF manuscript found here:verylutheran.biz/resourcesSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Advent at Corinth (14Dec2025) 12:17

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Let us discuss ministerial chaos then and now.PDF manuscript found here:verylutheran.biz/resourcesSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Reading the Church Fathers: Irenaeus, Pt.17 26:52

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Let's read through the Church Fathers, one by one, and get a picture of Church history from the ground floor.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Sex&Marriage: The Polygamy Rant 37:31

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The Church should be the most pro-marriage institution on earth.Let's have talk about why that doesn't mean doing plural marriages.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.comBy Very Lutheran Project

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Evaluating Gnosticism Pt.84 - Oh Gosh Please Just Make it Stop 40:54

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Let's finish reading "the teachings of sylvanus," and learn how not to use our Bibles.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Scatterbrain Biblestudy - The Israelites Grumble, God gives sweet water, mana, water from a Rock, and the Israelites grumble a bunch more (Exodus 14-17) 41:59

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In this Bible study we talked about: - Exodus 14-17 - The song of Moses - The Israelites grumble - God turns the water sweet - The Israelites grumble - God gives them manna and quail - The Israelites grumble - God gives them water from a rock - God causes Israel to win in the battle against the Amalekites while Moses has his hands raised…

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Revelation Pt.47 - The Millennium 20:38

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Let us discuss the thousand years in which satan is bound.PDF manuscript found here:verylutheran.biz/resourcesSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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God of Fire (7Dec2025) 10:24

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Let us discuss the relationship between Advent and fire.PDF manuscript found here:verylutheran.biz/resourcesSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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From Non-Denominational To Finding Peace in Lutheranism - Ben's Story 55:07

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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…

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Reading the Church Fathers: Irenaeus, Pt.16 38:02

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Let's read through the Church Fathers, one by one, and get a picture of Church history from the ground floor.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Sex&Marriage: How Aquinas Failed to Fix Things 1:20:38

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The Church should be the most pro-marriage institution on earth.Let's chat about a theologian that tried...and failed.... to get it to be that way.What we read:https://www.newadvent.org/summa/5064.htmhttps://desertcatholic.substack.com/p/your-marriage-does-not-need-sexSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com…

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Evaluating Gnosticism Pt.83 - Neurotics Anonymous 44:32

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As we continue reading "the teachings of sylvanus," let's look at the ways neuroticism led to a corrupted version of Christianity.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Revelation Pt.46 - The Great Slaughter 12:36

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Let us discuss the largest mass killing ever (and why it will happen)PDF manuscript found here:verylutheran.biz/resourcesSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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How do we Know? (30Nov2025) 11:21

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Let us discuss another important question as Advent begins.PDF manuscript found here:verylutheran.biz/resourcesSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Reading the Church Fathers: Irenaeus, Pt.15 36:50

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Let's read through the Church Fathers, one by one, and get a picture of Church history from the ground floor.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Unexpected final: Keys to the surprising CIF-SS Division 1 clash between Santa Margarita and Centennial 22:52

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OCVarsity's Dan Albano and insider Scott Barajas preview the CIF-SS Division 1 final between Santa Margarita and Centennial on Nov. 28, 2025 at the Rose Bowl.By Dan Albano @ocvarsityguy on Twitter

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Sex&Marriage: The Exaggerated Crisis of Parasocial Relationships 27:18

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The Church should be the most pro-marriage institution on earth.Let's talk about the social conditions making that have always substituted for it.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.comBy Very Lutheran Project

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Evaluating Gnosticism Pt.82 - Pioneers of Christian Theology 37:15

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As we continue reading "the teachings of sylvanus," let's get sad at how much gnostic teachings have infected the fundamental distinctions of large denominations today.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Scatterbrain Biblestudy - The Israelites exit, Pharaoh chases, crossing the Red Sea (Exodus 12:33-14) 38:27

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In this Bible study we talked about: - Exodus 12:33-14 - The Israelites exit Egypt - The Egyptian chariots give chase - God protects the Israelites with the Pillar of cloud/fire - God parts the red sea - The Israelites pass through, the Egyptians drown

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Isaiah's Near and Far (23Nov2025) 12:38

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Let us discuss the prophetic blending of oracles.PDF manuscript found here:verylutheran.biz/resourcesSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Saint and Sinner = Identity and Assurance? 45:45

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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 impli…

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Reading the Church Fathers: Irenaeus, Pt.14 29:58

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Let's read through the Church Fathers, one by one, and get a picture of Church history from the ground floor.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Sex&Marriage: On the "Haglover" Phenomenon 29:36

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The Church should be the most pro-marriage institution on earth. Let's talk about the social conditions making that....weird.Referenced:https://www.ipsos.com/en-us/news-polls/age-gap-datinghttps://studyfinds.org/younger-men-dating-older-women/https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2023/02/08/for-valentines-day-5-facts-about-single-americans/Suppor…

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Evaluating Gnosticism Pt.81 - What if Gnosticism is True? 31:12

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Let's continue reading "the teachings of sylvanus" and ask what, if anything, changes if gnostic cosmology is correct.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Scatterbrain Biblestudy - The final 3 plagues, Passover, and communion (Exodus 10-12:32) 41:44

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In this Bible study we talked about: - Exodus 10- - The final 3 plagues - Different views of communion - The connections between Passover and the Lord's Supper

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Revelation Pt.45 - Introducing Jesus 16:49

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Let us discuss the third time Christ is introduced in Revelation.PDF manuscript found here:verylutheran.biz/resourcesSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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God and Israel go to Court (16Nov2025) 15:07

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Let us discuss the realities of life under the Old Covenant.PDF manuscript found here:verylutheran.biz/resourcesSupport the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project

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Road to the CIF-SS Division 1 title: Player awards and playoff preview (Pt 2) 31:08

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OCVarsity's Dan Albano and insider Scott Barajas preview the 2025 CIF-SS Division 1 playoffs and hand out their annual Trinity League player awards.By Dan Albano @ocvarsityguy on Twitter

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Reading the Church Fathers: Irenaeus, Pt.13 32:44

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Let's read through the Church Fathers, one by one, and get a picture of Church history from the ground floor.Support the VLP!verylutheran.gumroad.com/By Very Lutheran Project