1. This episode extends further into questions about certainty and evil. Dr. Paulson discusses the concept of "whatever doesn't kill you makes you stronger."
  2. It has been 1 year since Katie and Gretchen started the Freely Given podcast.
  3. Christian community is often described as the activity and programs going on at the church. Many people will join a church for the sake of having a tight knit community. But what does Christian community mean?
  4. What does the Prince of Peace mean when He says, "I've come not to bring peace, but a sword?" In sending out The Twelve, Jesus reminds us all of just Who is our very identity.
  5. Jesus uses a lot of animal metaphors in order to instruct His disciples in how to interact with the world.
  6. Continuing on our baptism discussion, and the power of God's Word, through physical means, Katie and Gretchen walk through their catechisms and think about the common struggles with the doctrine of baptism.
  7. Is Scripture clear? Dr. Paulson talks about the internal and external clarity of Scripture.
  8. Dr. Paulson spends time explaining how Luther and Erasmus approach Scripture.
  9. It's Gretchen's turn to talk about books that have been influential on her life.
  10. We are talking about books that have shaped our faith, and we come back to again, and again, and again. Time to load up your summer reading plan, because we have some good ones.
  11. A Luther House of Study student Adam Guthmiller joins Caleb and Dr. Paulson to discuss Luther's assertions concerning the faith.