Every Christian Funeral is an Easter Celebration
That is why we dance on graves. That is why we smile in the midst of sorrowful tears. That is why we retell old stories and share humorous memories.
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Michael Berg
Michael Berg is an assistant professor of theology at Wisconsin Lutheran College in Milwaukee, WI. He is married to Amanda and together they have three daughters: Abigail, Noelle, and Sophia. Michael is a graduate of Martin Luther College, Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary, the International Academy of Apologetics, Human Rights, and Evangelism, and Biola University.
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Understanding Paul's Allegory of Hagar and Sarah
The point is that the whole lot was wicked. And so were the Galatian Christians. And so are we.
Sir, We Would Like to See Jesus
We look for Jesus in all the wrong places because we are looking to glorify ourselves, to reinforce what we already believe to be true, to validate ourselves. But the glorification of Jesus is found in the last place we would ever look, the cross.
Jesus' Transfiguration and Our Lenses of Glory
God says, “Cross,” and we say, “Glory!” Sometimes – a lot of times – he knocks the glory glasses off our faces.
"The Name of Jesus" and New Years Day
Christians are given a new name at baptism. We are given the Triune name of Father, Son, and Spirit.
The Lord's Table Will Not Be Empty
Stop and be enveloped by the unending grace of Christ and his beautiful teachings that touch every corner of life.
Good Trees and Bad Trees
Jesus does not say to us, “Try really hard, and you will be better.”
Whatever is Excellent
What is supposed to be given by Christ through us for neighbor is used up by us, twisted for our righteous gain.
Missiology in the Old Testament
Welcome to Let the Bird Fly! a podcast about living freely in a world given back to us.
Truth Serves Love
Love is the ultimate gift from God. To be loved by him for all eternity is truly the ultimate goal.
Melanchthon v. Flacius with Scott Keith
On this episode Wade and Dr. Keith square off over two influential characters in the early Reformation: Philip Melanchthon and Matthias Flacius Illyricus.
Preaching at Funerals
Rev. John Bortulin comes on the show to discuss preaching at funerals.
How to Build a Universe according to Philip K. Dick
Wade and Mike sit down in the studio to discuss Philip K. Dick’s article How to Build a Universe That Doesn’t Fall Apart Two Days Later.
This is Water
On episode ONE HUNDRED (they finally did it) of Let the Bird Fly! the guys sit down (sans Ben despite their best efforts to get him there) to discuss the commencement address This is Water by David Foster Wallace.
Easter 2
Wade and Mike sit down to discuss the often forgotten celebration of the second week of Easter.
On the Commodification of People
Wade hijacks the podcast and forces Mike and Peter to discuss the commodification of people.
On Being the Wife of a Pastor
Mike and his wife Amanda have the Strong family over to their house for dinner and some podcasting. First the Berg and Strong kids talk about their favorite summer activities and favorite Easter tradition. Next the adults discuss what it…
Law & Gospel: A Lens for Life – Part 3
Wade and Peter sit down to complete their discussion on Wade’s presentation entitled Law & Gospel: A Lens for Life.
Law & Gospel: A Lens for Life – Part 2
On episode NINETY-SIX of Let the Bird Fly! Wade, Mike and Peter sit down to continue their discussion on Wade’s presentation entitled Law & Gospel: A Lens for Life
Law & Gospel: A Lens for Life – Part 1
Wade, Mike and Peter sit down to discuss a presentation Wade has been giving entitled Law & Gospel: A Lens for Life.
Rome’s Transition From Republic
Mike and Wade sit down with Professor Sheena Finnigan to discuss Rome’s transition from a republic.
LIVE – from The Point of Grace
On episode NINETY-THREE of Let the Bird Fly! the guys were invited to record at The Gathering Series, which is put on by The Point of Grace, a Milwaukee area campus ministry group.
The Four Gospel Accounts
Wade, Mike, and Peter are joined once again by Josh Seeger of Wisconsin Lutheran High School. In this episode they finally officially discuss the four Gospel accounts.
Religion ≠ Political Party
On episode NINETY-ONE of Let the Bird Fly! Mike, while in Utah, had the opportunity to sit down with Barb Munoz to discuss the difficulties and dangers of equating religion and politics.
On Creating a Hymnal
Mike sits down with Rev. Jon Micheel and Rev. Tyler Peil. Both pastors currently serve at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Taylorsville, UT. Both Rev. Micheel and Rev. Peil have been serving on a committee to create a new…