Thinking Fellows
423 episodes - English - Latest episode: 5 days ago - ★★★★★ - 788 ratingsThe Thinking Fellows is a 45-minute podcast about theology, philosophy, Christian history, and apologetics. It is hosted by Scott Keith, Caleb Keith, Adam Francisco, and Bruce Hilman. The Thinking Fellows bring high-level subject matters to fun and insightful lay-level conversations each week.
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Episodes
The Power and Primacy of the Pope, Calvin's Geneva, and Luther on the Quran
April 16, 2019 15:00 - 42 minutes - 59.2 MBBy the years 1540 through 1545, the Reformation was in full swing. As a result of the sweeping doctrinal adoption, Luther and Melanchthon were each tasked with problem-solving as more churches and townships became Lutheran. Also during this time period, Calvin moved to Geneva, and Luther wrote a commentary on the Quran. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517 Podcasts Christian History Almanac The Power and Primacy of the Pope
Evolution, Zwingli, and other Questions
April 09, 2019 14:41 - 45 minutes - 62.6 MBThe Fellows take a one week break from their series on the history of the Reformation to answer listener questions. The questions range all the way from the doctrine of Zwingli to apologetic responses to evolution. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517 Christian History Magazine Sensible Christianity Signature in the Cell
Luther’s Commentaries and Smalcald
April 02, 2019 15:09 - 35 minutes - 49.8 MBThe Thinking Fellows cover the major reformational events between 1535 and 1539. During this time a collection of Luther’s works are published, the Smalcald articles are signed, Calvin publishes the institutes and much more. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517.org 1517 Podcasts Dictionary of Latin and Greek Terms The Unaccommodated Calvin Calvin in Context Calvin His Thought and Life Smalcald Articles
The Fallout from Augsburg: 1530-1534
March 26, 2019 17:14 - 44 minutes - 61.3 MBComing back from the Diet of Augsburg the Lutheran reformers began responding to the doctrinal backlash of the Confutation. During this time Luther also begins to address the political climate and the looming threat of Turkish invasion. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517 Podcasts The European Reformations Speakers
1530: The Augsburg Confession
March 19, 2019 17:53 - 41 minutes - 58.2 MBIn 1530 an imperial diet was called to the city of Augsburg. Among many issues to be addressed was the increasing influence of Lutheran theology. At Augsburg, the Lutherans presented a confession plainly stating the truths of the Christian faith. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517 Podcasts 1517 academy Episode on the Augsburg Confession
Ulrich Zwingli
March 12, 2019 15:10 - 43 minutes - 60.7 MBBefore his death in 1532 Ulrich Zwingli led a more radical reform than those in Wittenberg. Zwingli was not only a theologian, but also a humanist, and a soldier ultimately leading to his death on the battlefield. On this episode, Dr. Francisco gives an overview of Zwingli followed by a discussion amongst the fellows about the debate on the Lord’s Supper. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517 Podcasts Zwingli and Bullinger (Library of Christian Classics)
Luther’s Catechisms
March 05, 2019 16:04 - 45 minutes - 63 MBOn this episode, the Thinking Fellows talk about catechisms and catechetical methodology. During the Reformation, catechisms were a tool for addressing the issue of Christian education. The episode ends on a brief conversation about the means of grace. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517.org The Small Catechism The Large Catechsim Praying The Catechism
Visitations, Antinomians, and the Small Catechism
February 26, 2019 18:23 - 38 minutes - 54.2 MBThe seventh episode of the History of The Reformation brings the Fellows to a challenging time in Lutheran history. During the late 1520s, the first antinomian controversy begins while at the same time the Reformers In Wittenberg are made aware of how lacking Christian knowledge is among both lay and clergy. The solution to these problems arises in Catechesis. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517 Podcasts 1517Academy Kolb: The Reformers Define the Chu...
Liberation and the Bondage of the Will
February 19, 2019 18:53 - 43 minutes - 60.1 MBThis episode of the Thinking Fellows opens to the peasants revolt and the radical reform of Thomas Müntzer. To round out the show the Conversation moves to the Bondage of the Will and the begining of Luther’s family life. Show Notes: 1517.org The Bondage of the Will
The Diet of Worms
February 12, 2019 15:35 - 36 minutes - 50.6 MBIn 1521, the Pope issued an official decree known as bull against Luther. The Bull declared Luther’s writings as heresy and demanded he recant. The Thinking Fellows discuss the severity of excommunication and the freedom Luther found in Scripture. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517 Podcasts Pelikan Resource Papa Bull
Melanchthon Goes to Wittenberg
February 05, 2019 15:41 - 42 minutes - 58.6 MBOn the fourth episode of our series on the history of the Reformation, Dr. Keith walks listeners through the early stages of Melanchthon’s theological development and contributions. This episode introduces Reformation Humanism and closes out with a conversation on the Loci Communes. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517.org Meeting Melanchthon 1521 Loci
The Three Treatises
January 29, 2019 18:24 - 44 minutes - 62.2 MBAs the Biblical text transforms Luther’s positions on grace and justification, he shifts his writing from disputations to letters targeted at the common man, secular rulers, and the Roman church. These letters are called the Three Treatises. The fellows dive into the context and contents of these letters and discuss their greater significance to the Reformation as a whole. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517Podcasts The Three Treatises The Small Cate...
Luther Goes to Wittenberg
January 22, 2019 19:14 - 38 minutes - 53.9 MBThe Thinking Fellows continue outlining the events of the Reformation by following Luther’s move from the monastery to the university. This transition involves Luther’s educational pursuits as well as his early disputations. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517 Podcasts The Heidelberg Disputation
Origins of the Reformation
January 15, 2019 23:25 - 38 minutes - 52.6 MBThe Fellows begin a new series outlining the history of the Reformation. The first episode features a thorough description of the Middle Ages followed by the initial struggles of Luther. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes Podcast Network The Conservative Reformation Radical Reformation Caleb’s Blog
The Soul of Christianity
January 08, 2019 17:57 - 41 minutes - 57.4 MBScott and Caleb Keith are joined by their friend Debi Winrich to discuss her new podcast on the Apostles Creed. They talk about the importance of studying the creed and how it provides an accessible outlet for conversation with those outside our traditions. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Shoe Notes: The Soul of Christianity 1517 Podcasts HWSS Mockingbird Ministries
Discussing Atonement
January 01, 2019 17:14 - 45 minutes - 62.8 MBCaleb and Scott Keith are joined by their friend Kelsi Klembara to discuss atonement. The atoning work of Christ is an essential doctrine of the Christian faith. With that being said, there are still aspects of how the atonement works that are debated. On this episode, we try to navigate the various ways scripture talks about atonement how no matter which picture of the atonement is in view it must remain entirely a work of Christ. Show Notes: Donate 1517 Blog Theology of the Cross
Creativity and Vocation
December 18, 2018 17:18 - 36 minutes - 42.1 MBCaleb and Scott are joined by their friend Doug Klembara to discuss to the vocation of design. The conversation focuses on the importance of quality when creating and sharing materials related to the Gospel. After reviewing some of the critical changes these ideas have brought to 1517, they talk about how important good style was during the reformation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Donate 1517 Podcasts Brand Luther
The Ideas Behind Here We Still Stand
December 11, 2018 16:09 - 40 minutes - 46.5 MBScott and Caleb are joined by Dan Price to discuss why 1517 hosts conferences. They talk about fellowship, sound doctrine, and the benefit of gathering together. Dan also takes time to explain the City Events, which are free one-day conferences hosted churches around the U.S. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Donate Earlybird Registatrion City Events HWSS Main Site
Q&A December 2018: Sin, Love, and Wrath
December 04, 2018 19:56 - 44 minutes - 51.4 MBCaleb and Scott Keith sit down and answer and a handful of listener questions. Topics include particular sins, where should I go to church, is God Father Loving? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Great Commission Design Donate Being Dad
An Introduction to Analytic Language
November 27, 2018 20:10 - 46 minutes - 53.5 MBDr. Dan Deen is on the show to discuss analytic philosophy with the Thinking Fellows. Analytic language helps shape Christian apologetics and is helpful for everyday living. The idea of this episode is to make this complicated philosophical language usable for the average layperson. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Giving Tuesday! Great Commission Design Featured Resource: 1517 Academy Sensible Christianity
Translation
November 20, 2018 19:01 - 48 minutes - 56.7 MBThe Thinking Fellows talk about the craft and philosophy behind translation. Christians rely on faithful, and accurate translations of the Bible, so it is essential to understand the realities of the texts we have as well as the way in which they are moved into English. The fellows also discuss their personal experiences with translating Reformation texts and the challenges faced when working in ancient languages. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Our Sponso...
Absolution
November 06, 2018 16:17 - 44 minutes - 51 MBScott and Caleb are joined by Drs. Jim Nestingen and Steve Paulson to discuss confession and absolution. Corporate confession and absolution are an essential part of Lutheran worship. On this episode, we Jim and Steve tell stories about the power or personal absolution and "having ears to hear" another sinners confession. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Donate HWSS 2019 registration HWSS live recording
Christ in All the Scriptures
October 30, 2018 19:45 - 34 minutes - 32.6 MBThe Thinking Fellows are joined by Donavon Riley to talk about how Jesus is present and works through all the Scriptures. Inspired by the episode Scott and Donavon Talk About Everything, the Fellows cover OT prophecy and theophanies. Sit back relax, grab a drink and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Give to 1517 Reading the Bondage of the Will The Bondage of the Will Banned Books
Theology and the Theologian of the Cross
October 23, 2018 18:19 - 52 minutes - 96.6 MBLive from Here We Still Stand 2018 the Thinking Fellows recorded a special episode with Jim Nestingen and Steve Paulson. The main topic follows the question, what does the theology of the cross have to offer American Christianity? This discussion is followed by live audience questions. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: HWSS registration Handing Over The Goods Small Catechsim The Theology of the Pain of God The Apology to the Augsburg Confession ...
Why Apologetics?
October 16, 2018 18:21 - 41 minutes - 77.2 MBThe Thinking Fellows are joined by Dr. John Warwick Montgomery to talk about the apologetic task today. On this episode, they encourage lay listeners to not be intimidated by the apologetic task but rather empowered by it. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Podcast Network Mere Christianity Sensible Christianity Always Be Ready Dr. Francsico Apologetics Course
Why Do We Preach?
October 09, 2018 17:35 - 39 minutes - 72.8 MBRecently, Dr. Keith traveled to an LCMS district conference to talk about fatherhood. While at the conference he gathered pastors Paul Koch, Darrin Sheek, and Edward Killian to talk about why we preach. These four discuss proclaiming the Gospel and how that differs from teaching about the Gospel. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: The Podcast Network You Are Forgiven Radio The Craft of Preaching Website Family Style Theology Ringside
Apologetic Questions: Postmodernism, and Apologetics in Luther
October 02, 2018 15:43 - 35 minutes - 66.4 MBOn this episode, the Fellows focus on apologetic questions brought up from recent episodes and listener questions. Starting by questioning and analyzing possible methods for reaching the post-modern mind, the Fellows then move on to the question, did Luther practice apologetics? Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes Donate Podcast Network Sensible Christianity Tactics
Christian living, the Augsburg Interim, and other Questions
September 25, 2018 19:08 - 42 minutes - 77.7 MBOver the summer listeners sent in many important questions. Today the fellows answer questions about assurance and Lutheran history. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Podcast Network Family Style Theology You Are Forgiven Radio Latest Thinking Fellows Episodes
Theology is for Proclamation
September 18, 2018 17:35 - 39 minutes - 72.8 MBCaleb Keith is once again joined by Drs. Jim Nestingen and John Pless for a special recording in Bergen Norway. The heart of their conversation is the idea that theology is meant to be proclaimed. Jim and John tell great stories on the difference between talking about Christ and actually handing over the goods of Christ death and resurrection for you. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Theology is for Proclimation HWSS live stream Lutheran Study Days Conf...
Praying the Catechism
September 04, 2018 17:17 - 37 minutes - 68 MBCaleb Keith is joined by Drs. Jim Nestingen and John Pless for a special episode recorded in Bergen Norway. Both Nestingen and Pless have spent years studying and teaching Luther's Small Catechism. On this episode, they discuss what it means to pray the Catechism and receive the benefits of the Word through it. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Praying the Catechism Free to Be Luther's Small Catechism online The Small Catechism
When Doing Your Best Isn't Enough
August 28, 2018 16:25 - 36 minutes - 67.6 MBThe regular hosts are reunited after a summer of teaching and travel. In preparation for the Here We Still Stand Conference the hosts visit some of the theological errors that pushed Luther toward the cross. The Latin phrase facere quod in se est was the backbone of semi-Pelagianism and working out one's salvation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes - Here We Still Stand Live Stream - The Heidelberg Disputation - Caleb's Translation and Reflection of Thes...
Postmodernism
August 21, 2018 14:33 - 46 minutes - 84.6 MBPostmodernism is a popular buzzword and one the most impactful philosophies in the world around us. However, postmodernism is frustrating and often hard to understand. Dr. Keith is joined by Bruce Hilman to discuss the history, and context of postmodern thought and how it affects the Church. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Milbank - David Bentley Heart - Jacques Derrida - Who is Afraid of Postmodernism - Jaimie Smith What’s the Meaning in This ...
Reflecting on the International Academy of Apologetics
August 14, 2018 18:22 - 35 minutes - 64.4 MBProducer Caleb is joined by three guests to talk about their experience at the International Academy of Apologetics. These students of theology come from different backgrounds and talk about how apologetics will value them in their daily lives and vocations. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: The Space Trilogy Mere Christianity Tractatus Logico Theologicus Thinking Fellows on Apologetics
Augustine of Hippo
August 07, 2018 18:23 - 49 minutes - 90.9 MBAfter speaking together at a Christ Hold Fast city event, Dr. Keith invited Bruce Hilman to join him on two episodes of the Thinking Fellows. On this episode, they talk about the background and impact of Augustine of Hippo. Augustine is particularly crucial for Lutherans since his writings helped fuel Luther's reformation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: The Confessions Lewis, The Great Divorce Gary Wills, 4 Part Series on Augustine Chadwick, A Ve...
Translating Luther's Commentary on the Epistle to the Galatians
July 31, 2018 17:10 - 42 minutes - 58.4 MBOn this episode, Caleb Keith interviews Haroldo Camacho about his new translation of Luther's Commentary on The Epistle to the Galatians. This new edition focuses on accessibility and capturing the lecture style of Luther's work. This volume is an excellent resource for individual or group study. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: The Commentary 1517 Academy 1517 Podcast Network
Being a Student of Theology
July 24, 2018 17:07 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MBOn this episode of the Thinking Fellows, Dr. Keith sits down to interview producer Caleb and a guest Jacob Meuller. Both Caleb and Jacob are in masters programs in Theology with Caleb pursuing an MA from the University of Nottingham and Jacob studying for his MDiv at Concordia Theological Seminary in Saint Louis. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517 Videocast 1517 Podcast Network Concordia St. Louis University of Nottingham
C.S. Lewis: The Invasion
July 17, 2018 08:33 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MBThe Thinking Fellows explore book two of Mere Christianity by utilizing an outline from Dr. Rosenbladt. As the next step in Lewis' apologetic approach, the section named The Invasion moves onto the idea of transcendence, human will, and meaning. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: The 1517 Academy Mere Christianity Chesterton Orthodoxy The Podcast Network.
Orthodox, Historical, Reformational
July 10, 2018 14:35 - 40 minutes - 55.4 MBThis episode of the Thinking Fellows is about defining terms. Often, the fellows describe movements, doctrine, and even people as orthodox, historical, and reformational. The purpose of this episode is to pick those terms apart to explain precisely what we mean. Sit back, relax, and enjoy the show. Show Notes 1517 Podcast Network Family Style Theology Bauer Chesterton Orthodoxy Mere Christianity Intellectual Origins of the Reformation Age of Reform
On Being a Theologian of the Cross
July 03, 2018 15:19 - 52 minutes - 72.7 MBDue to a listener request, Caleb and Dr. Keith dive into the Theology of the Cross via Forde's On Being a Theologian of the Cross. They discuss the significance, background, and purpose of Forde's excellent commentary on Maritn Luther's Heidelberg Disputation. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Notes: Family Style Theology 1517 Videocast Theology Cross or Glory Luther's Epistemology Martin Luther's Augustinian Theology of the Cross Alister McGrath Martin L...
Baptism, Apostasy, and Lutheran History
June 26, 2018 15:27 - 43 minutes - 60.2 MBThe Fellows approach the latest set of listener questions. This time, we have questions about Lutheran history, baptism, and apostasy. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. If you have questions for the show, visit our website and use the contact form. Show Notes: Here We Still Stand The Gospel for Those Broken by the Church Free to Be Book of Concord Online Where Christ Is Present On Being a Theologian of the Cross Cobra Kai Solo Hunter Vikings
Philosophy and Theology
June 19, 2018 18:12 - 49 minutes - 67.8 MBThe Fellows bring Dr. Dan Dean to discuss the interplay between philosophy and theology. On this show, we cover concepts like the magisterial and ministerial use of reason, neo-scholasticism, and suggest some books for further reading. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Copleston intro to Philosophy OUP a very short introduction The Universe Next Door The Works of Plato Marcus Aurelius Teaching Company Cicero On Obligations Martin Luth...
Father's Day: 2018
June 12, 2018 17:59 - 42 minutes - 58.7 MBOn this episode, we follow Thinking Fellows tradition and record a special Father's Day episode. The conversation includes talk about the need for fathers in society, stories about fathers, and of course the grace of God the father. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517 Podcasts Being Dad
C.S. Lewis: The Case for Christianity
June 05, 2018 19:09 - 43 minutes - 60.3 MBThe Fellows are back to discussing the work of C.S. Lewis. This time, they approach The Case for Christianity to talk about its purpose, history, and impact. The Case for Christianity is the first of three books in Mere Christianity all of which the Fellows will approach in the coming months. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: The Case for Christianity Mere Christianity The Ressurection Fact
Questions about Church, Confirmation, and Other Things
May 29, 2018 21:42 - 38 minutes - 53 MBOn this episode, the Fellows tackle a handful of ranging from confirmation to the relationship between Lutheran's and Anglicans. The Fellows take their best shot at these questions and more. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: 1517 Podcasting Network Luther's Small Catechism The 39 Articles
Natural Law
May 22, 2018 16:04 - 40 minutes - 55.8 MBThis week, The Fellows are Joined by Dr. Russell Dawn to talk about natural law. Dr. Dawn proposes that natural law is a tool for dialogue in our secular world especially when revelation is rejected. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes: Natural Law: A Lutheran Reappraisal Let The Bird Fly! TF episode with Wade Johnston
Vocation Special: Spring 2018
May 15, 2018 15:38 - 42 minutes - 58.5 MBThis week, Josh Keith joins his father and brother the regular hosts of the Thinking Fellows, for a special episode on vocation. Josh is a blacksmith and works as a part-time hardware store clerk. On the show, the Keiths discuss the tension between going to school and getting a job. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show.
Faith and Technology
May 08, 2018 17:55 - 38 minutes - 53.3 MBThe interaction between faith and technology is one of the most significant issues in our increasingly digital world. On this episode, the fellows talk about digital progress, its relationship to Gnosticism, and the unique way of thinking that Christians bring to these issues. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes Crosswise Your Mind Matters Contact the Fellows Smarter Everyday
Martin Chemnitz: The Two Natures in Christ
May 01, 2018 15:22 - 44 minutes - 60.7 MBThe Thinking Fellows dive into Dr. Rosenbladt's outline on Matin Chemnitz's Two Natures in Christ. As such, this episode covers the importance of Christology and why it is worth studying even if you are not academic. Dr. Rosenbladts outline is free to download at the Thinking Fellows website. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes TWO NATURES IN CHRIST OUTLINE 30min in the New Testament Two Natures in Christ on Amazon Chemnitz's Works The Second Martin
Book Recommendations: Spring 2018
April 24, 2018 15:51 - 47 minutes - 65.1 MBAlmost every episode of the Thinking Fellows has a handfull of books linked in the show notes. On this episode, we set aside some time to compile a long list of books that listeners should consider reading if they want to learn more about church doctrine, apologetics, and history. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and find a new book to enjoy. Show Notes: 1517 Store: Code (Thinking Fellows 18) 1517 Podcast Network Doctrine: Mere Christianity C.S. Lewis Lutheran Theology Steve Pau...
Questions and Answers: April 2018
April 17, 2018 16:57 - 39 minutes - 54.5 MBThe Thinking Fellows engage with listener questions sent in during April. From the inspiration of the scriptures to the Apostles, to Luther and the confessions, the fellows take on a broad range of topics. Sit back, relax, grab a drink, and enjoy the show. Show Notes 1517 Podcasts Luther's Small Catechsim You Are Forgiven Radio