Author

  1. The First Great Awakening

    book
    06/18/19
    1 min
    By Adam Francisco | Dan van Voorhis | Scott Keith | Caleb Keith | Rod Rosenbladt
    The Thinking Fellows are once again joined by Dr. Dan van Voorhis to discuss the history of Christianity in America. This time, they cover the context, characters, and development of the first great awakening.
    The First Great Awakening

  2. History of Lutheranism in America

    book
    06/11/19
    7 mins
    By Wade Johnston
    This time around Mike sits down with Dr. Braun to discuss the history of Lutheranism in America.
    History of Lutheranism in America

  3. Christianity in America: The Founding Generation

    book
    06/11/19
    1 min
    By Adam Francisco | Dan van Voorhis | Scott Keith | Caleb Keith | Rod Rosenbladt
    Is America a Christian nation? To help answer that question, Dr. Dan van Voorhis looks at the background and context of the constitution of the United States.
    Christianity in America: The Founding Generation

  4. This is Water

    book
    05/02/19
    10 mins
    By Michael Berg | Wade Johnston
    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.
    This is Water

  5. Christianity in America: The Colonies

    book
    04/30/19
    2 mins
    By Adam Francisco | Dan van Voorhis | Scott Keith | Caleb Keith | Rod Rosenbladt
    Dr. Dan van Voorhis leads a discussion on the history of Christianity in America. This episode focuses on the religious practices of American colonies and their lasting impact.
    Christianity in America: The Colonies

  6. Episode 4: Cinderella

    book
    04/24/19
    1 min
    By Cindy Koch
    On this episode we talk about Cinderella, the difference between circumstance and identity, God's gifts found in ordinary objects, and our longing for the "happily ever after" ending. We were inspired by an essay by J.R.R. Tolkien called “On Fairy Stories”. Ultimately, these fun stories stir up simple truths about ourselves, our God, and the greatest story we know in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
    Episode 4: Cinderella

  7. Episode 5: Jack and the Beanstalk

    book
    04/24/19
    1 min
    By Cindy Koch
    On this episode we recall the story Jack and the Beanstalk, discussing God's Kingdom and its perceived insignificance, also drawing connections from this fairy tale to the biblical account of David and Goliath. We were inspired by an essay by J.R.R. Tolkien called “On Fairy Stories”. Ultimately, these fun stories stir up simple truths about ourselves, our God, and the greatest story we know in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
    Episode 5: Jack and the Beanstalk

  8. Episode 6: Lion King

    book
    04/24/19
    1 min
    By Cindy Koch
    Join the conversation with Cindy Koch and her children in this six-part series involving select FAIRY TALES. On this episode we discuss the Lion King, recognizing sin and deceit in this world, but also finding hope for the happy ending promised to us in Christ. We were inspired by an essay by J.R.R. Tolkien called “On Fairy Stories”. Ultimately, these fun stories stir up simple truths about ourselves, our God, and the greatest story we know in the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
    Episode 6: Lion King

  9. On the Commodification of People

    book
    04/17/19
    8 mins
    By Michael Berg | Wade Johnston
    Wade hijacks the podcast and forces Mike and Peter to discuss the commodification of people.
    On the Commodification of People

  10. On Being the Wife of a Pastor

    book
    04/11/19
    5 mins
    By Michael Berg
    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 means to be a pastor’s wife.
    On Being the Wife of a Pastor

  11. Rome’s Transition From Republic

    book
    03/12/19
    5 mins
    By Michael Berg | Wade Johnston
    Mike and Wade sit down with Professor Sheena Finnigan to discuss Rome’s transition from a republic.
    Rome’s Transition From Republic

  12. Religion ≠ Political Party

    book
    02/19/19
    6 mins
    By Michael Berg | Wade Johnston
    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.
    Religion ≠ Political Party