Let The Bird Fly!

00:00 - Introduction 05:45 - Free for All (What Class You Wish You'd Paid More Attention During) 23:15 - Main Topic (The Means of Grace) In episode ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTY-TWO, Wade and Mike are joined by their friends, Pastors John Bortulin and David Meyer, to discuss the Means of Grace. We hope you enjoy the conversation! We are grateful to the 1517 podcasting network. If you haven't done so yet, make sure to go check out all of the great podcasts they have to offer, as well as the other wonderful content at 1517.org. If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you’d like to contact us we can be reached at podcast@LetT

In the SIXTY-FIRST session of our Wingin' It series on the Life of Luther, Wade and Mike, begin to wrap stuff up with a new mini-series, Life after Luther. In this session they provide the framework for a broader discussion of the controversies that broke out after Luther's death, which were addressed in the Formula of Concord, the final Lutheran confession of the Book of Concord (the book containing the Lutheran Confessions). As an outline, they use Wade's book, An Uncompromising Gospel, which will help guide discussion in the weeks to come. If you'd like to follow along in the book, you can find it here or here. Let the Bird Fly! is supported by the 1517 Podcast Network, which is part of 1517.org. If you haven't done so yet, stop over there and check out the other great podcasts in the network, as well as all of the other excellent content they offer. And as always, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRad

00:00 - Introduction 0:00 - Free for All (No Free for All) 13:00 - Main Topic (Why Genesis?) In episode ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTY-ONE, Wade and Jason (Mike should know better by now than to leave us unattended) discuss Genesis. Why was it written? Why has the Christian Church emphasized it? Why is it harder to get around its content than we might think? Why is it such a fruitful book for study still today, for knowing God, our neighbor, our world, and our selves better? We hope you enjoy the conversation! We are grateful to the 1517 podcasting network. If you haven't done so yet, make sure to go check out all of the great podcasts they have to offer, as well as the other wonderful content at 1517.org. If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we pos

In the SIXTIETH session of our Wingin' It series on the Life of Luther, Wade and Mike discuss what happened to Katie and Luther's children after his death. We hope you find the discussion worthwhile. Let the Bird Fly! is supported by the 1517 Podcast Network, which is part of 1517.org. If you haven't done so yet, stop over there and check out the other great podcasts in the network, as well as all of the other excellent content they offer. And as always, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you’d like to contact us we can be reached at podcast@LetTheBirdFly.com, or visit our website at www.LetTheBirdFly.com. Thanks for listening! Attributions for Music and Image

00:00 - Introduction 0:00 - Free for All (No Free for All) 3:10 - Main Topic (What about the Saints?) In episode ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTY, Wade and Mike (who knows what that new guy, whatever his name is, was doing this time) discuss the Saints (as in the Roman Catholic kind) and what the Augsburg Confession and the Apology have to say about them. They also discuss the place of the commemoration of saints in the church calendar, why we commemorate them (and should) in the Lutheran Church, and what we can learn from our fathers and mothers in the faith. We hope you enjoy the conversation! We are grateful to the 1517 podcasting network. If you haven't done so yet, make sure to go check out all of the great podcasts they have to offer, as well as the other wonderful content at 1517.org. If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follo

In the FIFTY-NINTH session of our Wingin' It series on the Life of Luther, Wade and Mike discuss Luther's early and late writings and statements on the Jews and Turks. We hope you find the discussion worthwhile. Let the Bird Fly! is supported by the 1517 Podcast Network, which is part of 1517.org. If you haven't done so yet, stop over there and check out the other great podcasts in the network, as well as all of the other excellent content they offer. And as always, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you’d like to contact us we can be reached at podcast@LetTheBirdFly.com, or visit our website at www.LetTheBirdFly.com. Thanks for listening! Attributions for Musi

00:00 - Introduction 8:25 - Free for All (MLB Predictions) 20:55 - Main Topic (Why Church History?) In episode ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-NINE, Wade and Mike (the new guy was on vacation...again) discuss why church history matters, not just for professors or pastors, but for every Christian. Mike and Wade also talked some baseball to start things out, making some predictions for 2022. Jason didn't try opening or closing the episode, because, well, he'd have to show up for that. We hope you enjoy the conversation! We are grateful to the 1517 podcasting network. If you haven't done so yet, make sure to go check out all of the great podcasts they have to offer, as well as the other wonderful content at 1517.org. If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, wher

In the FIFTY-EIGHTH session of our Wingin' It series on the Life of Luther, Wade and Mike discuss Luther's death, an event as public as his life. We hope that you will enjoy this discussion. Let the Bird Fly! is supported by the 1517 Podcast Network, which is part of 1517.org. If you haven't done so yet, stop over there and check out the other great podcasts in the network, as well as all of the other excellent content they offer. And as always, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you’d like to contact us we can be reached at podcast@LetTheBirdFly.com, or visit our website at www.LetTheBirdFly.com. Thanks for listening! Attributions for Music and Image used in t

00:00 - Introduction 0:00 - Free for All (No Free for All) 7:15 - Main Topic (Moses, Abraham, and Christ) In episode ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-EIGHT, Wade, Jason, and Mike discuss Moses, Abraham, and Christ, and especially how they are related to each other in Paul's epistles. Jason also takes a stab at closing out the episode. We hope you enjoy the conversation! We are grateful to the 1517 podcasting network. If you haven't done so yet, make sure to go check out all of the great podcasts they have to offer, as well as the other wonderful content at 1517.org. If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you’d like to conta

00:00 - Introduction 0:00 - Free for All (No Free for All) 5:30 - Main Topic (Repentance) In episode ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-SEVEN, Wade, Jason, and Mike discuss repentance and the importance of understanding what it is correctly. Given that this was recorded on Ash Wednesday, this seemed a timely topic and we hope you find it helpful for this Lenten season.  We are grateful to the 1517 podcasting network. If you haven't done so yet, make sure to go check out all of the great podcasts they have to offer, as well as the other wonderful content at 1517.org. If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you’d like to contact

In the FIFTY-SEVENTH session of our Wingin' It series on the Life of Luther, Wade and Mike (Jason must have some obscure holiday in order to get the day off work) provide a survey of the 1540s, the last decade of Luther's life. We hope that you will enjoy this discussion. Let the Bird Fly! is supported by the 1517 Podcast Network, which is part of 1517.org. If you haven't done so yet, stop over there and check out the other great podcasts in the network, as well as all of the other excellent content they offer. And as always, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you’d like to contact us we can be reached at podcast@LetTheBirdFly.com, or visit our website at www.Le

In the FIFTY-SIXTH session of our Wingin' It series on the Life of Luther, Wade and Mike discuss the person and work of John Calvin and how it intersected with Luther and the Lutheran Reformation. We hope that you will enjoy this discussion. Let the Bird Fly! is supported by the 1517 Podcast Network, which is part of 1517.org. If you haven't done so yet, stop over there and check out the other great podcasts in the network, as well as all of the other excellent content they offer. And as always, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you’d like to contact us we can be reached at podcast@LetTheBirdFly.com, or visit our website at www.LetTheBirdFly.com. Thanks for lis

00:00 - Introduction 7:00 - Free for All (Favorite Things about Lent) 28:00 - Main Topic (Why a Lutheran College Like WLC?) In episode ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-SIX, Wade, Jason, and Greg discuss the place and role of a college like WLC in higher ed. With so many schools out there, what need is there for one such as ours? Greg brings his perspective as a campus pastor for seven years now, Jason provides the fresh voice of a n00b, and Wade speaks from eight years of experience teaching theology, history, and philosophy.  As you can probably tell from the length of the episode, Mike couldn't join us, and things got a little out of hand. Along the way, we also manage to talk Lent, druthers, Jason's dashing fashion as of late, Moroccan vanilla, whiskey barrels, and autographed canoe paddles. We really enjoyed the discussion, and we hope you do, too! We are grateful to the 1517 podcasting network. If you haven't done so yet, make sure to go check out all of the great podcasts they have to offer, as well as t

00:00 - Introduction 5:45 - Free for All (Best and Worst Things We've Rigged) 16:15 - Main Topic (Christian Funerals) In episode ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-FIVE, Wade and Mike, and Jason, discuss funerals in generally and especially Christian funerals. What's the purpose of a funeral? Why have humans since their earliest days had rituals concerning the dead? How are Christian funerals different, and how are they done well? How have Christian funerals shaped us and our ministries? We hope you enjoy the discussion. For the free-for-all, we discuss our best and worst quick fixes, as a result of an unfortunate run-in Wade had with a toilet that assaulted him. Also, Jason takes his first stab at an intro. Feel free to rate him/judge him.  We are grateful to the 1517 podcasting network. If you haven't done so yet, make sure to go check out all of the great podcasts they have to offer, as well as the other wonderful content at 1517.org. If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the

00:00 - Introduction 5:40 - Free for All (What Did You Enjoy as a Kid that Seems Stupid Now, but You Still Have Nostalgia?) 16:55 - Main Topic (Is the West Becoming Pagan Again?) In episode ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-FOUR, Wade and Mike discuss an article by Christopher Caldwell entitled "Is the West Becoming Pagan Again?" from the New York Times as a jumping-off point for a broader conversation. We hope you enjoy it.  We are grateful to the 1517 podcasting network. If you haven't done so yet, make sure to go check out all of the great podcasts they have to offer, as well as the other wonderful content at 1517.org. If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of cours

00:00 - Introduction 6:00 - Free for All (What Skill We Wish We'd Learned When We Were Younger) 23:00 - Main Topic (An Economy of Addiction) In episode ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-THREE, Wade and Mike discuss an article by Sam Leith entitled "The Modern Economy is Built on Addiction" from the Spectator as a jumping-off point for a broader conversation. We hope you enjoy it.  We are grateful to the 1517 podcasting network. If you haven't done so yet, make sure to go check out all of the great podcasts they have to offer, as well as the other wonderful content at 1517.org. If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you’d lik

00:00 - Introduction 6:00 - Free for All (Corner Kicks We'd Never Take; We're Sorry) 15:45 - Main Topic (The Divine Service as Law and Gospel) In episode ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-TWO, Wade, Mike, Jason, and our guest, Abigail, discuss the divine service as a proclamation of law and gospel. Warning: We need to stop letting Wade come up with free-for-all topics on the spot, without running them by us. We apologize in advance for the discussion and we promise that none of us would ever hurt a fly, let alone anything else.  We are grateful to the 1517 podcasting network. If you haven't done so yet, make sure to go check out all of the great podcasts they have to offer, as well as the other wonderful content at 1517.org. If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow our Telegram Chan

00:00 - Introduction 10:15 - Free for All (Which Church Festival Should Be More Appreciated) 24:05 - Main Topic (Galatians 5) In episode ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-ONE, Wade, Mike, and Jason discuss Galatians 5 as a model for pastoral ministry. Have earmuffs ready.  We are grateful to the 1517 podcasting network. If you haven't done so yet, make sure to go check out all of the great podcasts they have to offer, as well as the other wonderful content at 1517.org. If you're enjoying the show, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter and Instagram. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you’d like to contact us we can be reached at podcast@LetTheBirdFly.com, or visit our website at www.LetTheBirdFly.com.

In the FIFTY-FIFTH session of our Wingin' It series on the Life of Luther, Wade, Mike, and Jason discuss Henry VIII and his interactions with Luther, as well as why England didn't go Lutheran. We hope that you will enjoy this discussion. Let the Bird Fly! is supported by the 1517 Podcast Network, which is part of 1517.org. If you haven't done so yet, stop over there and check out the other great podcasts in the network, as well as all of the other excellent content they offer. And as always, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you’d like to contact us we can be reached at podcast@LetTheBirdFly.com, or visit our website at www.LetTheBirdFly.com. Thanks for listeni

In the FIFTY-FOURTH session of our Wingin' It series on the Life of Luther, Wade, Mike, and Jason discuss the Münster rebellion, a takeover of the city by Anabaptists eager to establish a new Jerusalem here on earth. Needless to say, it didn't end well. We hope that you will enjoy this discussion. Let the Bird Fly! is supported by the 1517 Podcast Network, which is part of 1517.org. If you haven't done so yet, stop over there and check out the other great podcasts in the network, as well as all of the other excellent content they offer. And as always, please subscribe, rate, and review us on the following sites and apps: iTunes Stitcher Google Play TuneIn Radio iHeartRadio You can also like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. You can also follow our Telegram Channel, where we post our new episodes as well as other content that we think you might enjoy. And, of course, share us with a friend or two! If you’d like to contact us we can be reached at podcast@LetTheBirdFly.com, or v