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Lutheran Basics

by Tim Johnson

Lutheran Basics is an Introduction to Lutheranism covering both doctrinal and practical aspects of the denomination. The programs are hosted by Rev. Jonathan Petzold LCMS, Senior Pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church, Roselle, IL., and author Christa Petzold who is a pastor’s wife and stay-at-home mother of four. She holds a master’s degree in Theology from Concordia University Irvine and a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Lutheran Secondary Education from Concordia University Wisconsin.

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Episodes

  1. Lesson 6: Living in God’s Story: 10 Commandments

    The Ten Commandments help paint a picture of God’s design for an ideal world. Each of the Commandments acts as a “fence” protecting an institution of God’s good creation.

  2. Lesson 5: The God Who Re-Creates: The 3rd Article of the Apostles’ Creed

    Faith is believing the Gospel is promised to you. Salvation is not reliant on your thoughts, feelings, words, or deeds. Salvation is sure because it God always keeps His promises, Jesus’ deeds are fully sufficient for salvation, the Means of Grace don’t just convey information about God but they...

  3. Lesson 4: The God Who Redeems: The 2nd Article

    Jesus fulfilled our obligations to keep the Law, He suffered and died to pay the penalty for sin, and He overcame death so that we might overcome death.

  4. Lesson 3: The God Who Creates: The 1st Article

    Lutherans call themselves confessional: the fact that God created all things and that the Lord Jesus redeems everything compels us to confess the reality of Christ in the world.

  5. Lesson 2: The God Who Comes to Us: The Means of Grace

    Jesus gave us the Means of Grace to give us comfort and assurance of our salvation by connecting us to His death and resurrection.

  6. Lesson 1: Christianity as the Story of Everything: The Bible & Lutheranism

    In this episode we’ll be talking about the Bible and Christianity in general and Lutheranism in particular. In the next five weeks, we’ll cover each of the six chief parts of Luther’s Small Catechism.

About this show

Lutheran Basics is an Introduction to Lutheranism covering both doctrinal and practical aspects of the denomination. The programs are hosted by Rev. Jonathan Petzold LCMS, Senior Pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church, Roselle, IL., and author Christa Petzold who is a pastor’s wife and stay-at-home mother of four. She holds a master’s degree in Theology from Concordia University Irvine and a bachelor’s degree in Mathematics and Lutheran Secondary Education from Concordia University Wisconsin.

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does Lutheran Basics have?

Lutheran Basics has 6 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on November 9, 2023.

What is Lutheran Basics about?

Lutheran Basics is an Introduction to Lutheranism covering both doctrinal and practical aspects of the denomination. The programs are hosted by Rev. Jonathan Petzold LCMS, Senior Pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church, Roselle, IL., and author Christa Petzold who is a pastor’s wife and stay-at-home...

How often does Lutheran Basics release new episodes?

Lutheran Basics publishes a few times a week, based on its 6 episodes since October 2023.

Who hosts Lutheran Basics?

Lutheran Basics is created and hosted by Tim Johnson.
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