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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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Listen to Rev. Kenneth Bomberger give meditations on the day’s scripture lessons.
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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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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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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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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/thy-strong-word/20250625122004-2025-06-25_TSW.mp3 Download Audio File Jacob sets out for Egypt but pauses at Beersheba, on the very edge of the Promised Land, to sacrifice, worship, and seek assurance from YHWH as he heads out of Canaan into Egypt. There, God speaks to him in visions of the night: “Do not be a…
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Serving as a sacred music educator in Taiwan is no ordinary job—what is it like? Becky Bartelt (Sacred Music Educator, Serving the Lord in Taiwan) joins Andy and Sarah to talk about her path toward service in Taiwan, what a Sacred Music Educator is, what it's like teaching music in a variety of countries and cultures, what is unique about music in …
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2 Kings 13:1-25: It Matters Who You’re Buried With
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55:05As the descendants of Jehu continue to reign in Israel, they do not turn away from the sin of Jeroboam the son of Nebat. However, Jehoahaz does seek the LORD’s favor, and the LORD responds by graciously sending a savior. Jehoash serves as king in Israel during the days of Elisha’s death. Elisha gives the word of the LORD to Jehoash the king as a fa…
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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 John 21:1-25 is given by Rev. John Deitz. This is a rebroadcast from June 25, 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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Unable to control himself any longer, Joseph sends out every Egyptian and reveals himself to his brothers. "I am Joseph! Is my father still alive?" Terror grips them—the brother they sold into slavery now holds their lives in his hands. But instead of vengeance, Joseph offers theological perspective: "Do not be distressed or angry with yourselves b…
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Short, concise, teachable, and robust in theology. This is the essence of Martin Luther’s catechisms. Luther was committed to ensuring that the Christian faith was taught in homes, which would then edify the life of the Church in the body of Christ. Every Christian should be able to recite by heart the ten commandments, the Creed, and the Lord’s Pr…
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This week's episode looks at Genesis 11 and Acts 2: how to find true unity in this world. Get ready to chuckle or even chortle with Pastor “Jolly” John Lukomski and Pastor Matt “Youngblood” Clark as they take a humorous approach to Bible Study. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected]
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#299. Rachel's Trivia Challenge: History of Heresies
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52:34The word “heretic” gets bandied about online so much these days that it has become almost meaningless, but it remains an important theological concept with serious implications for the life of the church. In this unexpectedly sobering Trivia Challenge, Rachel quizzes Erin and Sarah on the meanings and history of major heresies in the church, from G…
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Pastor David Smith leads a study on Matthew 9:1-16. 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 stpaulsdesperes.org. Submit comments or questions to: [email protected].
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/chapel/20250625115603-2025-06-25_Chapel.mp3 Download Audio File Rev. Mark Rabe gives today’s sermon based on Colossians 3:5-11. >> 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/sharper-iron/20250625111456-2025-06-25_SI.mp3 Download Audio File As the descendants of Jehu continue to reign in Israel, they do not turn away from the sin of Jeroboam the son of Nebat. However, Jehoahaz does seek the LORD’s favor, and the LORD responds by graciously sending a savior. Jehoash serves as king i…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/oratio/20250625110029-2025-06-25_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/20250625105450-MP_Jun_25.mp3 Download Audio File Today’s sermonette based on John 21:1-25 is given by Rev. John Deitz. This is a rebroadcast from June 25, 2015. Hear a guest pastor give a short sermonette based on the day’s Daily Lectionary New Testament text during Morning and Evening Prayer. S…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/thy-strong-word/20250624121328-2025-06-24_TSW.mp3 Download Audio File Unable to control himself any longer, Joseph sends out every Egyptian and reveals himself to his brothers. “I am Joseph! Is my father still alive?” Terror grips them—the brother they sold into slavery now holds their lives in his hands. But …
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/chapel/20250624120849-2025-06-24_Chapel.mp3 Download Audio File Rev. Sean Daenzer gives today’s sermon based on Luke 1:57-80. >> 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/20250624114523-2025-06-24_CH.mp3 Download Audio File Where is Lutheranism flourishing in Spain? The Rev. Roy Askins (Managing Director, Editorial and Theological Content with LCMS Communications) joins Andy and Sarah to share a special Lutheran Witness Podcast crossover episode. In this episode, Re…
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Ancient Mission, New Alliances: A Lutheran Witness Podcast Crossover
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32:23Where is Lutheranism flourishing in Spain? The Rev. Roy Askins (Managing Director, Editorial and Theological Content with LCMS Communications) joins Andy and Sarah to share a special Lutheran Witness Podcast crossover episode. In this episode, Rev. Askins talks with the Rev. Isaac Machado and the Rev. Alison Henn, alliance missionaries in Spain. Al…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/sharper-iron/20250624110425-2025-06-24_SI.mp3 Download Audio File When he is seven years old, Joash becomes the rightful king of Judah in place of the usurper Athaliah. Joash’s faithfulness to the LORD is evident in the repairs he oversees for the LORD’s temple. Making use of the gifts of God’s people in both …
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When he is seven years old, Joash becomes the rightful king of Judah in place of the usurper Athaliah. Joash’s faithfulness to the LORD is evident in the repairs he oversees for the LORD’s temple. Making use of the gifts of God’s people in both money and skill, Joash draws the attention of Judah back to the place where the LORD has placed His name …
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/oratio/20250624092659-2025-06-24_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/20250624092011-MP_Jun_24.mp3 Download Audio File Today’s sermonette based on John 20:19-31 is given by Rev. Thomas Stark. This is a rebroadcast from June 24, 2016. Hear a guest pastor give a short sermonette based on the day’s Daily Lectionary New Testament text during Morning and Evening Prayer…
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Today’s sermonette based on John 20:19-31 is given by Rev. Thomas Stark. This is a rebroadcast from June 24, 2016. 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/20250623132616-2025-06-23_TSW.mp3 Download Audio File Joseph orchestrates one last test. He has his silver cup planted in Benjamin’s sack and sends his servant to “discover” it as the brothers depart. They rend their garments when the cup is discovered, and they are hauled back to Egypt. Would …
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Joseph orchestrates one last test. He has his silver cup planted in Benjamin's sack and sends his servant to “discover” it as the brothers depart. They rend their garments when the cup is discovered, and they are hauled back to Egypt. Would they abandon Benjamin as they once abandoned him? That’s part of the test. But something has changed. Judah, …
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/coffee-hour/20250623150030-2025-06-23_CH.mp3 Download Audio File Where is Lutheranism flourishing in Italy? The Rev. Roy Askins (Managing Director, Editorial and Theological Content with LCMS Communications) joins Andy and Sarah to share a special Lutheran Witness Podcast crossover episode. In this episode, Re…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/lutheran-witness-podcast/20250623155630-LWPodcast-Rome.mp3 Download Audio File In this episode, we interview the Rev. Tyler McMiller, LCMS missionary in Italy, to learn about the work of the Confessional Lutheran Church of Italy (CLCI). McMiller serves a number of house churches across the peninsula and recent…
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Preaching Christ Crucified in Italy: A Lutheran Witness Podcast Crossover
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41:50Where is Lutheranism flourishing in Italy? The Rev. Roy Askins (Managing Director, Editorial and Theological Content with LCMS Communications) joins Andy and Sarah to share a special Lutheran Witness Podcast crossover episode. In this episode, Rev. Askins talks with the Rev. Tyler McMiller, LCMS missionary in Italy, to learn about the work of the C…
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In this episode, we interview the Rev. Tyler McMiller, LCMS missionary in Italy, to learn about the work of the Confessional Lutheran Church of Italy (CLCI). McMiller serves a number of house churches across the peninsula and recent developments — the ordination of two new local pastors — have greatly expanded the ability of the CLCI to proclaim th…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/sharper-iron/20250623091914-2025-06-23_SI.mp3 Download Audio File Athaliah, the daughter of Ahab and queen mother in Judah, attempts to capitalize on the death of her son by killing the rest of the royal family. Her demonic attack is foiled by the LORD, who works through a faithful priest and his wife to rescu…
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2 Kings 11:1-20: Athaliah’s Reign of Terror
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55:13Athaliah, the daughter of Ahab and queen mother in Judah, attempts to capitalize on the death of her son by killing the rest of the royal family. Her demonic attack is foiled by the LORD, who works through a faithful priest and his wife to rescue one of the sons in the line of David. The priest Jehoiada waits until the rightful heir to the throne i…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/oratio/20250623091226-2025-06-23_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/20250623090747-MP_Jun_23.mp3 Download Audio File Today’s sermonette based on John 20:1-18 is given by Rev. Thomas Vanderbilt. This is a rebroadcast from June 23, 2017. Hear a guest pastor give a short sermonette based on the day’s Daily Lectionary New Testament text during Morning and Evening Pr…
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Today’s sermonette based on John 20:1-18 is given by Rev. Thomas Vanderbilt. This is a rebroadcast from June 23, 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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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/concord-matters/20250620114922-2025-06-21_CM.mp3 Download Audio File Short, concise, teachable, and robust in theology. This is the essence of Martin Luther’s catechisms. Luther was committed to ensuring that the Christian faith was taught in homes, which would then edify the life of the Church in the body of …
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/wrestling-with-the-basics/20250620112010-2025-06-21_WWB.mp3 Download Audio File This week’s episode looks at Genesis 11 and Acts 2: how to find true unity in this world. Get ready to chuckle or even chortle with Pastor “Jolly” John Lukomski and Pastor Matt “Youngblood” Clark as they take a humorous approach to…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/thy-strong-word/20250620122250-2025-06-20_TSW.mp3 Download Audio File The grain is gone, but Jacob refuses to send Benjamin to Egypt despite Judah’s guarantee of his safety. Only when starvation looms does Jacob relent, sending his sons with double money and gifts, praying that God Almighty will grant them mer…
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The grain is gone, but Jacob refuses to send Benjamin to Egypt despite Judah's guarantee of his safety. Only when starvation looms does Jacob relent, sending his sons with double money and gifts, praying that God Almighty will grant them mercy. When Joseph sees Benjamin, he's overcome with emotion and must leave to weep in private. The brothers are…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/lutheran-ladies-lounge/20250620153859-LLL_Ep299.mp3 Download Audio File The word “heretic” gets bandied about online so much these days that it has become almost meaningless, but it remains an important theological concept with serious implications for the life of the church. In this unexpectedly sobering Triv…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/chapel/20250620110756-2025-06-20_Chapel.mp3 Download Audio File Rev. Michael Meyer gives today’s sermon based on 1 Corinthians 10:14-21. >> 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/armedfo…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/coffee-hour/20250620104703-2025-06-20_CH.mp3 Download Audio File How do servant leaders in Lutheran schools model leadership for future church workers? The Rev. Mark Bushuiakovish, pastor at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Nashville, TN, joins Andy and Sarah for our Set Apart to Serve Series to talk about his jo…
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Set Apart to Serve: Modeling Servant Leadership in Lutheran Schools
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25:01How do servant leaders in Lutheran schools model leadership for future church workers? The Rev. Mark Bushuiakovish, pastor at Our Savior Lutheran Church in Nashville, TN, joins Andy and Sarah for our Set Apart to Serve Series to talk about his journey into pastoral ministry, how his faith was formed as a child and through Lutheran schools, the serv…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/sharper-iron/20250620095711-2025-06-20_SI.mp3 Download Audio File As Jehu continues to kill the descendants of Ahab, he shows zeal for the task that the LORD has assigned, but his zeal also leads him to act in evil and underhanded ways that go beyond what the LORD has assigned. Jehu shrewdly brings an end to t…
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As Jehu continues to kill the descendants of Ahab, he shows zeal for the task that the LORD has assigned, but his zeal also leads him to act in evil and underhanded ways that go beyond what the LORD has assigned. Jehu shrewdly brings an end to the priests and worshipers of Baal in the northern kingdom, but as he reigns in Israel, he never turns fro…
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https://kfuo-od.streamguys1.com/recast/oratio/20250620094821-2025-06-20_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/20250620094407-MP_Jun_20.mp3 Download Audio File Today’s sermonette based on John 18:15-40 is given by Rev. Rodney Bitely. This is a rebroadcast from June 20, 2016. Hear a guest pastor give a short sermonette based on the day’s Daily Lectionary New Testament text during Morning and Evening Praye…
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