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The Tim Ahlman Podcast — 200 episodes

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A Pastor’s Story of Trauma, Memory, and Healing in Christ

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The LCMS Needs Repentance Before Reform | Dr. Stephen Oliver

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We’re Dividing the Church… And Calling It Faithfulness

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Why Most Leaders Lose Their Curiosity (And How to Get It Back)

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Did God Leave a Message in the Stars? | Eric Eichinger

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Taboo Topics the Church Need to Talk About

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The Church Needs to Laugh More

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The Power (and Potential Danger) of Leadership Assessments

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Stop Growing Churches. Start Making Disciples. | Peyton Jones

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What Gen Z Really Wants from the Church

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Faithful Stewardship: Growing a $138M Kingdom Vision

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Movement, Not Monument: Recovering the Church’s Living Mission

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Getting Through What You’re Going Through

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What Really Shapes Healthy Lutheran Churches?

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Why “Spiritual but Not Religious” Isn’t Enough

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Why Leadership Growth Often Stalls in Churches

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Second-Chair Leadership: Hard Conversations That Matter

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The Voices in Your Head Are Shaping Your Leadership

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The Fire That Sustains Ministry and Marriage

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From Felonies to Freedom: How Jesus Transformed Pastor Raygen Mitchell

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Is Pastoral Formation "Adiaphora?" -- Dr. Biermann Explains

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How Porn Culture Shapes Church Leadership — Without Us Knowing

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Why Second-Gen Immigrant Ministry Matters More Than Ever

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What 1517 Is Really About: Faith, Freedom, and Lutheran Identity

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Facing Your Giants: Resilient Leadership with Naomi Stohlmann

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The Bible in Every Language by 2033?

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The Middle Way: Discipleship, Sabbaticals, and the Future of the LCMS

28

The Shroud of Turin, Women in the Church, and Walking Where Paul Walked

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The Problem with “Playing It Safe” in LCMS Ministry

30

Why Worship Is More Than Music: A Conversation with Johnny Venegas

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40 Years of Ministry: Lessons on Joy, Sabbath, and Reaching the Lost

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The Hidden Ambition God Actually Wants

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Is the Church Undervaluing Its Business Leaders?

34

From Country Music Tour Manager to Lutheran Pastor: Gene Johnson’s Story

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Why the Western Church Fears Suffering (and How Art Can Heal)

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Why Programs Fail and People Thrive: Rethinking Ministry in the LCMS

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LCMS Methods Producing Mature Disciples?

38

Why the Church Struggles to Help the Unemployed

39

Stop Preserving—Start Planting: The Real Reason the LCMS Is Stuck

40

“At Least They’re in a Better Place”—Why That Hurts More Than Helps

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The LCMS Isn’t Dying—It’s Sleeping on Its Greatest Asset

42

From Sunday to Monday: The Liturgy That Fails If It Stays in Church

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Did Lutherans Misread Paul? Dr. Gorman Might Think So

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Liturgy or Idol? The Hidden Danger in LCMS Worship

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Real Reason Churches Don’t Grow?

46

When Culture Collides with Christ: Finding Freedom in Direct Faith

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Joining God's Story: A Conversation with Michael Goheen

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Exploring the 17 Questions of God

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Bound, Burdened, Broken: A Framework for Gospel Listening

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A Reformation of Prayer

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The Word That Grounds Us

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Showing Up is Everything: Research Reveals What Youth Really Need

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The Science of the Shroud of Turin: Unlocking the Mystery of Jesus' Resurrection

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Raising Jesus Followers in an Anxious Generation

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To Be Seen Fully and Loved Anyway

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Good Lord! A Not So Shocking Look at the Goodness of God

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Brain Science, Self-Care, and the Jesus Way

58

Why Young People Are Walking Away from Faith—And What the Church Can Do

59

Don't Feel Qualified? Hear Julie's Amazing Story.

60

What Are the Essential Characteristics of a Pastor? with Reverend Dr. Bill Diekelman

61

From Basketball Dreams to Community Impact: Josh Dotzler's Journey of Faith and Leadership

62

Wrestling with God's Call on your Life? with Greg Finke

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The Story of Pat Hickcox and the birth of Alpine Cowboy Church

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Balancing Family Time and Spiritual Leadership | Pastor Andy Ritchie

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How this Innovative Micro School Changes the Game with Kayla Marty

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Finding Hope and Community in Times of Suffering with Pastor David Ruybalid

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Introducing the Tim Ahlman Podcast - A New Adventure

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Charessa Koontz Shares Wisdom on Nurturing Healthy Sexuality in Youth

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The Idolatry of Self in Western Christianity with Rev. Dr. Michael Lockwood

70

Can the LCMS Reach Gen Z?! with Cassie Moore

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Addressing Decline in the LCMS with Mark Ernster

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Encountering God: A Journey of Faith with Ida and Walt Cowart

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Building Bridges through Compassion and Visionary Leadership with Alan Graham

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The Future of Pastoral Formation with Dr. James Voelz

75

Navigating Burnout and Building Resilient Ministries with Pastor Kevin Bueltmann

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Exploring The Book of Mark's Controversial Ending with Rev. Dr. David Lewis

77

Have We Westernized Jesus? with Greg Galindo

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Living The Jesus Way - Unity and Courage with Pastor Matt Cario

79

The Rose Bowl Parade: Building a Legacy of Faith and Service with Lynn and Richard Gast

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Uniting Church and Education: Navigating Social Challenges with Kurt Rohrs

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Breaking Down Barriers in Modern Christianity with Lee Jackson

82

Unity Across Denominations + Walking in the Kingdom of God with Pastor Mike Gowans

83

Infiltrating Society with Love and Truth with Rachel Grack

84

Is Church a Safe Place for Trauma Survivors? with Dr. Janyne McConnaughey

85

From Stress to Support: Reimagining Church Leadership with Kirk Triplett

86

What's Happening in Our World!? Rev. Dr. Gary Kinnaman on How the Church can be the Church!

87

A Healing Generation: Timothy Fote on Spiritual and Mental Health

88

A Pastor's Journey from Party Life to Church Planting with Pastor Ethan Matott

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Generational Discipleship and Mental Health with Charessa Koontz

90

The Church in a Changing World: Insights from Australian Pastor Joshua Pfeiffer on American Christianity

91

Preaching as Poetry with Rev. Steve Zank

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Shifting the Titanic: Joyful Church Revitalization with Pastor Jeremy Jacoby

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Cross-Cultural Ministry and Adaptive Leadership with Walker Nery: Embracing Diversity and Overcoming Adversity

94

Faith, Film, and the Future: Art's Role in Modern Evangelism with Todd Freeman

95

Power of Grace: From Mormon to Lutheran with Ryan Barlow

96

Igniting the Next Generation: Mobilizing College Students for a Modern Reformation with Brian Smith Sr

97

A Call to Action for Dynamic Youth Ministry Leadership with Daniel Meyer

98

Why Do We Sometimes "Hush" the Holy Spirit? with Pastor Mark Surburg

99

Transformative Love and the Church's Engagement with the LGBTQ Community with Rev. Mark Schulz

100

Reviving the Missio Dei in Today's Digital Faith Landscape with Rev. John Koczman

101

Success Redefined - Unity is Key with Stella Yau Lok

102

Spirit, Truth, and the Quest for Unity with Rev. Dr. Andrew Jackson

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"Reclaiming the Joy of Ministry" with Reverend Dr. Darrell Zimmerman

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Revitalizing the American Church: Must Listen Conversation with Peyton Jones

105

Powerful Impact of Bible Translators with Reverend Dr. Rich Rudowske

106

Valley of Shadows Deepens the Walk with Jesus with Tess Wolthuis

107

Holy Disruption: Reimagining Worship and the Arts in the American Church with Lyndsay Ermeling

108

Reformation Echoes in American Christianity with Dr. David Maxwell

109

Healing in Trauma: The Church's Call to Be a Sanctuary of Hope with Jeffrey Fellman

110

'Gatherer-Shepherd-Explorer': Church Planting Revolution with Tony Webb

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Mentoring Young Athletes in Spirit and Strength with Former NFL Tight End John Carlson

112

Reviving the Church's Mission of Unity in Diversity with Dennae Pierre

113

Gospel Beyond Borders with Reverend Tiago Albrecht

114

Navigating Parenting and Partnership in Faithful Guidance with Dr. Tanya Calendo

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The Imprint of Reformation Theology on Modern Belief Systems with Reverend Dr. Bob Sundquist

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Divine Intervention with Reverend Dr. Rick Meyer

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Cultivating Heartfelt Connections in Spiritual Communities with Doyle Theimer

118

The Craft of Christian Oratory with Reverend Dr. Dennis Matyas

119

The Enneagram: A Tool for Spiritual Growth and Emotional Wellness with Bill and Kristi Gaultiere

120

Balancing Personal Transformation and Professional Responsibility with Heath Luehmann

121

Bridging Soccer and Faith: How Missions and Friendship Intersect with Tardelli Voss

122

Exploring Bonhoeffer's Legacy: A Heart-to-Heart with Dr. Adam Clark

123

Navigating Faith and Politics with Ray Keating

124

Coaching, the Spirit, and Moving Beyond Suffering with Doug Hartle

125

Songs of Faith: Worship Leadership and Spiritual Connectivity with Marlene Lamb

126

Thriving in Chaos - Critical Leadership with Dan Heyn and Rachael Larson

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Unraveling the Complexity of Immigrant Experiences in the Church with Dr. Eugene Kim

128

Engaging Young Adults - Faith and Technology with Wes Smith

129

Reigniting Gospel Passion: Unearthing the First-Century Discipleship Model with Todd Moritz

130

Fostering Kingdom Contributors: Jason Phelps' Transformation Story

131

Faith Meets Leadership: A Conversation with Phil Klopke

132

Unearthed Emotions: Examining Vulnerability in Faith with Rick Meyer

133

Serving God and Society: Dr. Mueller's Insights on Modern Christianity

134

Embracing Co-vocational Ministry: Insights from Pastor Eric Hoke

135

Gospel Fit for Battle with Nick Graff

136

Rethinking Ministry: The Shift from Institutions to Relationships with Pastor Josh LeBorious

137

The Path to Transformation: Spiritual and Physical Harmony with KJ Struz

138

From Seminary to Ski Slopes with Larry McGurer - Reflections on Faith, Missions and Community

139

From Addition to Multiplication: Redefining Church Growth and Discipleship with Steve Pike

140

Exploring Modern-Day Ministry: Church Growth, Echo Chambers, and Navigating Leadership Challenges with Reverend Dr. Larry Osborne

141

"Bridging Generational Gaps in the Church" with Reverend Dr. Chad Lakies

142

"Being a 'Glocal' Missionary - with Rev. Dr. David Kim

143

"What Is Your Story?" With Kyle Dosil

144

"Keeping Jesus at the Center" With Rev. Dr. Mark Hoehner

145

PART 2 : Soul Care and Systems Theory - With Pastor Michael Heiden

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Soul Care and Systems Theory - With Pastor Michael Heiden

147

Tim meets an amazing Jesus follower in an UBER! Meet Doug Hartle!

148

"Living Like Jesus through the Hard Things of Life" with Dr. Gerard Bolling

149

"Law and Gospel Needed to Define Our True Identity" with Pastor Brian Barlow

150

Jake Boessling - Campus Pastor of Concordia University Texas

151

The Power of Sabbath with Pastor Michael Heiden

152

What is the Kairos Network? with Matt Peeples

153

"How Does Jesus Define the Church?" with David Putman

154

"From Night Life to Kingdom Movement Maker" with Pastor Chris Bellanger

155

"The Next Wave of the Church" with Steve Pike

156

"Gospel For The Nations" with Rev. Dr. S T Williams Jr.

157

"Staying Close to the Father" with Sarah Greiner

158

"Spiritual Growth Requires Relational Growth" with Nick Price

159

"What Can the Church Learn From Innovative Christian Education?" with Dr. Jack Preus IV

160

President of Kairos University - Greg Henson

161

"No Accidents with Jesus" with Danny Knott

162

"Power in Suffering" with Erick Mauldin

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"Jesus Satisfies - Heart and Mind" with David Zilz

164

"Transcendence of Prayer" with Laurie McClellan

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Pastor Dan Schepmann

166

How to Maintain Joy as a Leader - With Dr. Ryan Bredow

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The 4th Way - With Dr. Paul Raabe

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Business in Holy and Holy in Business - With Candice Hilse

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How Not to Circle the Wagons: The Church on Mission - With Norb Oesch

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Man Turned in on Himself - With Heather Choate Davis

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A Million to Reach One - With Jeff Cloeter

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Don't Neglect the Holy Spirit! with Jad Levi

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Iron Sharpens Iron with Jim Sanft

174

A Heart for the Nations with Scott Rische

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Alan Hirsch on American Reformation!

176

Cultivating a Life of Joy - With Dave Ahlman

177

The Shroud of Turin - With Bob Rucker

178

Clarify Your Calling - With Bill Woolsey

179

The Landscape of American Pastoral Care Through Competency Based Theological Education

180

Fear Will Come, Fear Will Stay, Move Forward Anyway - With Jeff Meyer

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Abiding in Christ, Living in Peace with Gary Kinnaman

182

Healthy Self Care Isn't Selfish with Dr. Karl Galik

183

The Fruit of the Spirit with Danny Knott - Football Star | Kingdom Builder

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Leadership and Discipleship with Chris James

185

Leadership Through the Eyes of Jesus - With Tania Hilton

186

The Gospel DNA

187

Stick Figures Save the World!

188

Hope and Beauty in Suffering

189

Church and State, How to Relate?

190

Music, Worship, Expression...OH MY!

191

The Power of the Gifts of the Church

192

Where the Church Is Headed

193

Are We Just Running an Enterprise?

194

The Bible and Brain Science

195

The Difficult Conversation

196

Faith and the Fourth Dimension

197

The Heart of American Reformation - Part 2

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The Heart of American Reformation

199

Making Jesus Cool Again

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Messes, Movements, and Monuments