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Listen to Rev. Kenneth Bomberger give meditations on the day’s scripture lessons.
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Hear a guest pastor give a short sermonette based on the day's Daily Lectionary New Testament text.
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Wrestling With the Basics (WWB) a humorous approach to Bible Study hosted by Rev. John Lukomski and Rev. Matt Clark.
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Study the Lutheran Confession of Faith found in the Book of Concord with lively discussions led by host Rev. Brady Finnern, President of the LCMS Minnesota North District, and guest LCMS pastors. Join us as these Christ-confessing Concordians read through and discuss our Lutheran doctrine in the Book of Concord in order to gain a deeper understanding of our Lutheran faith and practical application for our vocations.
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As you grab your morning coffee (and pastry, let’s be honest), join hosts Andy Bates and Sarah Gulseth as they bring you stories of the intersection of Lutheran life and a secular world. Catch real-life stories of mercy work of the LCMS and partners, updates from missionaries across the ocean, and practical talk about how to live boldly Lutheran. The Coffee Hour is underwritten by Concordia University Wisconsin. Live Uncommon. Learn more at cuw.edu.
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Join the pastors and people of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Des Peres, MO, in an in-depth study of the book of Romans with Rev. Dr. David Smith, former senior pastor of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. Learn more about St. Paul’s Des Peres at stpaulsdesperes.org.
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Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God’s Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Sharper Iron is underwritten by Lutheran Church Extension Fund, where your investments help support the work of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit lcef.org.
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Thy Strong Word reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God’s Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Thy Strong Word is hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, and graciously underwritten by the Lutheran Heritage Foundation.
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Have you scrolled through your podcasts, searching for one that catches your ear - a place you can escape to with inviting conversations, laughter, and fellowship with your Lutheran sisters? Look no further! Join Sarah, Erin, Rachel, and Bri on the sofa in the Lutheran Ladies Lounge, a podcast oasis for you, dear sisters, to sit, rest your feet, and stay a while. And on the way out, we’ll check your lipstick. The Lutheran Ladies Lounge is produced by KFUO Radio and available wherever you get ...
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The Lutheran Witness provides readings of all the articles posted on LW website, witness.lcms.org. The Lutheran Witness is an official periodical of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod (Visit lcms.org to learn more). Subscribe to the print edition of LW at cph.org/witness. For additional stories and articles that help you interpret the world from a Lutheran perspective, visit the LW website.
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End Goals is the podcast of LCMS Youth Ministry in the Office of National Mission. LCMS Youth Ministry Staff discuss practices for healthy youth ministry and interview practitioners who provide insight for experienced and new youth leaders.
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Challenge your theological synapses with Rev. Tyrel Bramwell, Pastor of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Ferndale, CA, as he examines curious topics to excite the imagination, equip the mind, and comfort the soul with God’s ordering of the world in the Law and Gospel.
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World Lutheran News Digest is an audio news magazine bringing you a look at significant events in worldwide Lutheranism.
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Pastor Tom Baker discusses theological distinctions between Law & Gospel on different topics, including weekly lectionary, hymns, daily news, and current events. He responds to listener emails each Friday on “Open Mic Friday.” Listeners may email questions to [email protected]. Law and Gospel is independently produced by Pastor Tom Baker. Views and opinions expressed on this program may not represent the official position of the management or ownership of KFUO Radio, The Luthe ...
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Chaplains play an important role in the lives of people who are hurting, distressed, or in challenging situations. They serve alongside first responders, in hospitals or other institutions, with the military, in prisons and jails, and in other situations. Hear from nine individuals about their journeys into chaplaincy, how they serve, and how they bring the love of Christ to those in need. This podcast is produced in partnership with the LCMS Office of National Mission.
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Jody Token is the host of The Great Flip "Empowered Girl" Podcast. She is the creator and coach of The Great Flip faith-filled online martial arts for ages six and up. As a Brazilian jiu-jitsu instructor and national girl-ministry influencer, Coach Jody intends to empower girls with life-saving tips about self-defense, safety and faith for girls ages six and up. Join Coach Jody and guests to counter the culture for girls. Request a free self-defense video at www.thegreatflip.com. Support thi ...
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/lutheran-ladies-lounge/20250815142200-LLL_Ep307.mp3 Download Audio File Class is back in session, Ladies — one more time (for now)! Sarah wraps up her studies at Concordia University Irvine’s Townsend Institute for Counseling and Leadership as she revisits her capstone project on humor in the workplace and cel…
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We left off in Ezra chapter 4, where the returned exiles had started rebuilding the temple with great enthusiasm, but then hit a wall of opposition from their enemies. The work stopped. The people got discouraged, scattered to focus on their own lives, and for 16 long years, the temple lay in ruins while they built beautiful homes for themselves. I…
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Portraits in American Lutheran Sacred Music, Ep.1: Ferdinand Winter
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27:42Why has sacred music always been important to the Lutheran church, and who is Ferdinand Winter in this story? Benjamin Kolodziej (Church Organist and Musicologist, author of "Portraits in American Lutheran Sacred Music, 1847-1947" available from Concordia Publishing House) joins Andy and Sarah for Episode 1 of our series on Portraits in American Lu…
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Hiding from Saul in a cave, David lays his complaint fully before the LORD. He prays in confidence that although his enemies have laid a trap for him, the LORD’s knowledge of his way will prevail. When no one else seems to notice David as he is in the midst of great trouble, the LORD brings David out of the prison so that he is not actually alone. …
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Rev. Kenneth Bomberger gives today's prayerful thought based on the day's Scripture readings. Begin your morning in word and prayer with Rev. Kenneth Bomberger, who shares scripture, hymns, prayers, and texts for the day, and also gives a short meditation on the day’s scripture lessons. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]…
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Today’s sermonette based on 1 Corinthians 7:25-40 is given by Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann. This is a rebroadcast from August 14, 2017. Hear a guest pastor give a short sermonette based on the day’s Daily Lectionary New Testament text during Morning and Evening Prayer. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]…
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Pastor Mark Schudde leads a study on Matthew 13:1-43.
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The 4th commandment begins the second table of the law. The first three commandments deal with our relationship with the Triune God, while commandments 4-10 focus our attention on our neighbor. The 4th commandment is the only commandment with a promise. “You shall honor your father and your mother that it may go well with you and that you may live …
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This week's episode looks at Luke 12:13-21. Where should you go for your financial advice?
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#306. International Mission 101: Missionaries Carol Halter & Chelsea Irwin
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59:39It’s a story of joyful mission service with two LCMS Lutheran Lady Missionaries! In this delightful conversation (recorded in person at the LWML Convention in Omaha), the Ladies welcome Deaconess Carol Halter, the LCMS’s longest-serving missionary, and Chelsea Irwin, one of the youngest LCMS missionaries, to share their stories of serving as intern…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/thy-strong-word/20250814142445-2025-08-14_TSW.mp3 Download Audio File We left off in Ezra chapter 4, where the returned exiles had started rebuilding the temple with great enthusiasm, but then hit a wall of opposition from their enemies. The work stopped. The people got discouraged, scattered to focus on their…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/chapel/20250814110019-2025-08-14_Chapel.mp3 Download Audio File Rev. Roy Askins gives today’s sermon based on Matthew 23:13-23. >> The broadcast of chapel services is brought to you by LCMS International Mission and Ministry to Armed Forces. >> Learn more at international.lcms.org and lcms.org/armedforces. >> …
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/coffee-hour/20250814110842-2025-08-14_CH.mp3 Download Audio File Why has sacred music always been important to the Lutheran church, and who is Ferdinand Winter in this story? Benjamin Kolodziej (Church Organist and Musicologist, author of “Portraits in American Lutheran Sacred Music, 1847-1947” available from …
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/sharper-iron/20250814105006-2025-08-14_SI.mp3 Download Audio File Hiding from Saul in a cave, David lays his complaint fully before the LORD. He prays in confidence that although his enemies have laid a trap for him, the LORD’s knowledge of his way will prevail. When no one else seems to notice David as he is …
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/oratio/20250814104034-2025-08-14_OR.mp3 Download Audio File Rev. Kenneth Bomberger gives today’s prayerful thought based on the day’s Scripture readings. Begin your morning in word and prayer with Rev. Kenneth Bomberger, who shares scripture, hymns, prayers, and texts for the day, and also gives a short medita…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/morning-prayer/20250814103437-MP_Aug_14.mp3 Download Audio File Today’s sermonette based on 1 Corinthians 7:25-40 is given by Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann. This is a rebroadcast from August 14, 2017. Hear a guest pastor give a short sermonette based on the day’s Daily Lectionary New Testament text during Morning and…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/thy-strong-word/20250813134807-2025-08-13_TSW.mp3 Download Audio File The people of God in Ezra’s time experienced opposition strikingly similar to what many Christians face today. Societies and governments have changed, but the tactics haven’t. Ezra 4 reveals three familiar strategies: syncretistic offers of …
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Ezra 4: From “Let’s Worship Together” to “Cease and Desist”
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55:26The people of God in Ezra's time experienced opposition strikingly similar to what many Christians face today. Societies and governments have changed, but the tactics haven't. Ezra 4 reveals three familiar strategies: syncretistic offers of "unity" that require compromising the Gospel, bureaucratic warfare that weaponizes legal systems against beli…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/chapel/20250813113355-2025-08-13_Chapel.mp3 Download Audio File Rev. Phil Krupski gives today’s sermon based on Mark 9:38-48. >> The broadcast of chapel services is brought to you by LCMS International Mission and Ministry to Armed Forces. >> Learn more at international.lcms.org and lcms.org/armedforces. >> To…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/coffee-hour/20250813112955-2025-08-13_CH.mp3 Download Audio File Do you know the history of Lutheranism in Brazil? The Rev. Dr. Daniel Harmelink, Executive Director of Concordia Historical Institute (CHI), joins Andy and Sarah to talk about a new exhibit coming to CHI celebrating 120 years of Lutheranism in Br…
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Celebrating 120 Years of Lutheranism in Brazil (Rebroadcast)
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26:42Do you know the history of Lutheranism in Brazil? The Rev. Dr. Daniel Harmelink, Executive Director of Concordia Historical Institute (CHI), joins Andy and Sarah to talk about a new exhibit coming to CHI celebrating 120 years of Lutheranism in Brazil, including the planning process to create the exhibit, the history of the LCMS's mission work in Br…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/sharper-iron/20250813111406-2025-08-13_SI.mp3 Download Audio File In Psalm 135, the worshipers who have been ascending to the LORD’s house on Zion sing their praises to Him. All of the priests and the servants of the LORD are called upon to praise the LORD as the only true God who accomplishes His will of salv…
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Psalm 135: God’s Gracious Will Done in Heaven and on Earth
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53:38In Psalm 135, the worshipers who have been ascending to the LORD’s house on Zion sing their praises to Him. All of the priests and the servants of the LORD are called upon to praise the LORD as the only true God who accomplishes His will of salvation. His praise sounds forth throughout all creation, even as His people know Him as the true God who d…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/oratio/20250813110734-2025-08-13_OR.mp3 Download Audio File Rev. Kenneth Bomberger gives today’s prayerful thought based on the day’s Scripture readings. Begin your morning in word and prayer with Rev. Kenneth Bomberger, who shares scripture, hymns, prayers, and texts for the day, and also gives a short medita…
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Rev. Kenneth Bomberger gives today's prayerful thought based on the day's Scripture readings. Begin your morning in word and prayer with Rev. Kenneth Bomberger, who shares scripture, hymns, prayers, and texts for the day, and also gives a short meditation on the day’s scripture lessons. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/morning-prayer/20250813110401-MP_Aug_13.mp3 Download Audio File Today’s sermonette based on 1 Corinthians 7:1-24 is given by Rev. Adam Koontz. Hear a guest pastor give a short sermonette based on the day’s Daily Lectionary New Testament text during Morning and Evening Prayer. Submit comments or questions to: l…
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Today's sermonette based on 1 Corinthians 7:1-24 is given by Rev. Adam Koontz. Hear a guest pastor give a short sermonette based on the day’s Daily Lectionary New Testament text during Morning and Evening Prayer. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/thy-strong-word/20250812151113-2025-08-12_TSW.mp3 Download Audio File Have you ever cried in worship? Maybe it was a familiar hymn that carried you through a dark valley, memories of loved ones who once sat beside you, or seeing your children receive the faith you once received or lamenting that they’ve straye…
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Ezra 3: The Foundations for Worship are Laid
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56:47Have you ever cried in worship? Maybe it was a familiar hymn that carried you through a dark valley, memories of loved ones who once sat beside you, or seeing your children receive the faith you once received or lamenting that they've strayed from it. Ezra 3 reveals a moment when an entire congregation experienced both sorrowful tears and shouts of…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/chapel/20250812150246-2025-08-12_Chapel.mp3 Download Audio File Rev. Sean Daenzer gives today’s sermon based on Romans 5:8b-11a. >> The broadcast of chapel services is brought to you by LCMS International Mission and Ministry to Armed Forces. >> Learn more at international.lcms.org and lcms.org/armedforces. >>…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/coffee-hour/20250812153637-2025-08-12_CH.mp3 Download Audio File How does the LCMS prepare and train people to respond to disasters with the mercy of Christ? The Rev. Michael Meyer (Managing Director, LCMS National Mission) joins Andy and Sarah to talk about how Disaster Response has grown among LCMS districts…
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Serving the Suffering: The Church’s Role in Recovery
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22:53How does the LCMS prepare and train people to respond to disasters with the mercy of Christ? The Rev. Michael Meyer (Managing Director, LCMS National Mission) joins Andy and Sarah to talk about how Disaster Response has grown among LCMS districts and congregations over the last ten years, why Disaster Response and mercy work are an important part o…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/sharper-iron/20250812144534-2025-08-12_SI.mp3 Download Audio File Psalm 131 finds its home in the psalms of ascent as a short text that takes a long time to learn. David refuses to lift his heart or eyes in pride above the LORD, recognizing that those good things which the LORD has given in His Word are a refu…
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Psalm 131: Hearts Quietly Lifted to the LORD
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52:49Psalm 131 finds its home in the psalms of ascent as a short text that takes a long time to learn. David refuses to lift his heart or eyes in pride above the LORD, recognizing that those good things which the LORD has given in His Word are a refuge for him. In God’s Word, David and all Christians have a quiet place of refuge and nourishment. In the …
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/oratio/20250812115457-2025-08-12_OR.mp3 Download Audio File Rev. Kenneth Bomberger gives today’s prayerful thought based on the day’s Scripture readings. Begin your morning in word and prayer with Rev. Kenneth Bomberger, who shares scripture, hymns, prayers, and texts for the day, and also gives a short medita…
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Rev. Kenneth Bomberger gives today's prayerful thought based on the day's Scripture readings. Begin your morning in word and prayer with Rev. Kenneth Bomberger, who shares scripture, hymns, prayers, and texts for the day, and also gives a short meditation on the day’s scripture lessons. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/morning-prayer/20250812114133-MP_Aug_12.mp3 Download Audio File Today’s sermonette based on 1 Corinthians 6:1-20 is given by Rev. Timothy Azzam. This is a rebroadcast from August 12, 2015. Hear a guest pastor give a short sermonette based on the day’s Daily Lectionary New Testament text during Morning and Even…
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Today’s sermonette based on 1 Corinthians 6:1-20 is given by Rev. Timothy Azzam. This is a rebroadcast from August 12, 2015. Hear a guest pastor give a short sermonette based on the day’s Daily Lectionary New Testament text during Morning and Evening Prayer. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/thy-strong-word/20250811160749-2025-08-11_TSW.mp3 Download Audio File Seventy verses of names, numbers, and roles tell the story of preservation, provision, and a people eager to worship God. From the guarding of the priesthood to the generosity of freewill offerings, and from the smallest servant to the high …
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Seventy verses of names, numbers, and roles tell the story of preservation, provision, and a people eager to worship God. From the guarding of the priesthood to the generosity of freewill offerings, and from the smallest servant to the high priest, every part of the community has a place. This chapter, though reminiscent of an ancient phone book, p…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/coffee-hour/20250811162655-2025-08-11_CH.mp3 Download Audio File Why does it matter that we understand that Jesus is both 100% God and 100% man? The Rev. Brady Finnern, President of the LCMS Minnesota North District and host of KFUO Radio’s Concord Matters, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the Formula of Con…
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The Person of Christ in the Formula of Concord
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25:39Why does it matter that we understand that Jesus is both 100% God and 100% man? The Rev. Brady Finnern, President of the LCMS Minnesota North District and host of KFUO Radio’s Concord Matters, joins Andy and Sarah to talk about the Formula of Concord reading plan he created for 2025, including the questions concerning The Person of Christ that are …
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/sharper-iron/20250811161728-2025-08-11_SI.mp3 Download Audio File Psalm 124 is among the psalms of ascent, used by worshipers going to the temple in Jerusalem. Singing antiphonally with a leader, those who come to worship the LORD bless His name for His rescue from those who would have swallowed them up and wa…
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Psalm 124 is among the psalms of ascent, used by worshipers going to the temple in Jerusalem. Singing antiphonally with a leader, those who come to worship the LORD bless His name for His rescue from those who would have swallowed them up and washed them away. The LORD has sprung the trap that was set against His people, for as the Creator of all t…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/oratio/20250811161500-2025-08-11_OR.mp3 Download Audio File Rev. Kenneth Bomberger gives today’s prayerful thought based on the day’s Scripture readings. Begin your morning in word and prayer with Rev. Kenneth Bomberger, who shares scripture, hymns, prayers, and texts for the day, and also gives a short medita…
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Rev. Kenneth Bomberger gives today's prayerful thought based on the day's Scripture readings.
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/morning-prayer/20250811161316-MP_Aug_11.mp3 Download Audio File Today’s sermonette based on 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 is given by Rev. Dr. Adam Koontz. This is a rebroadcast from August 11, 2017. Hear a guest pastor give a short sermonette based on the day’s Daily Lectionary New Testament text during Morning and Ev…
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Today’s sermonette based on 1 Corinthians 5:1-13 is given by Rev. Dr. Adam Koontz. This is a rebroadcast from August 11, 2017.
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/stpaul-des-peres-bible-study/20250811160014-2025-08-10_SPBS.mp3 Download Audio File Pastor Mark Schudde leads a study on Matthew 13:1-43. Join the pastors and people of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Des Peres, MO, for weekly Bible study on Sunday mornings. Learn more about St. Paul’s Des Peres at stpaulsdesper…
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