Casting Nets Podcast
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280. Beyond the Sermon 1 John 1:5-2:2
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Pastor Endorf and Pastor Harley talk about 1 John 1:5-2:2
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
Thursday Jan 25, 2024
To the rest of the world, Christianity often appears to be a fragmented religion with hundreds of sects, each claiming to preach the true message of the Christian faith. The appearance of fragmentation of the church is increased by secondary factors such as language, cultural diversity and political differences. The divisions, however, result from differences over key doctrines that have arisen since the time of Christ. To understand the various church bodies, one must understand their doctrinal positions versus the rest of Christianity. Some differences are so subtle that considerable theological, linguistic and historical study is required to grasp their true significance. These 8 doctrines we are talking about are central to the essence of Christianity. In fact, what the world terms “Christianity” is not one religion, but a group of parallel religions that share much of the same vocabulary, but which have significantly different views of the nature of man and the nature of God. To focus the study on the key issues, we will use eight questions which are asked in the Scriptures. The questions were asked by people from various backgrounds and were asked for various reasons. We will identify who asked the questions and why, and then we will look for the answer that is given in the Scripture. These topics will be refined to clarify the conflicting doctrinal positions as much as possible.
The 8 questions:
“By what authority do you do these things?” - Authority
“Who is the LORD that I should obey him?” - Identity of God
“Can a man be born again when he is old?” - Original sin
“What must I do to be saved?” - Justification
“Shall we go on sinning that grace may increase?” -Sanctification
“Who can bring a charge against God’s elect?” - Predestination
“Is not the bread we break a participation in the body of Christ?” - Holy Communion
“Are you going to at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” - The Last Things
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
261.Beyond the Sermon (2 Corinthians 5:14-21)
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Tuesday Jan 23, 2024
Three pastors preached on 2 Corinthians 5:14-21.
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
Thursday Jan 18, 2024
To the rest of the world, Christianity often appears to be a fragmented religion with hundreds of sects, each claiming to preach the true message of the Christian faith. The appearance of fragmentation of the church is increased by secondary factors such as language, cultural diversity and political differences. The divisions, however, result from differences over key doctrines that have arisen since the time of Christ. To understand the various church bodies, one must understand their doctrinal positions versus the rest of Christianity. Some differences are so subtle that considerable theological, linguistic and historical study is required to grasp their true significance. These 8 doctrines we are talking about are central to the essence of Christianity. In fact, what the world terms “Christianity” is not one religion, but a group of parallel religions that share much of the same vocabulary, but which have significantly different views of the nature of man and the nature of God. To focus the study on the key issues, we will use eight questions which are asked in the Scriptures. The questions were asked by people from various backgrounds and were asked for various reasons. We will identify who asked the questions and why, and then we will look for the answer that is given in the Scripture. These topics will be refined to clarify the conflicting doctrinal positions as much as possible.
The 8 questions:
“By what authority do you do these things?” - Authority
“Who is the LORD that I should obey him?” - Identity of God
“Can a man be born again when he is old?” - Original sin
“What must I do to be saved?” - Justification
“Shall we go on sinning that grace may increase?” -Sanctification
“Who can bring a charge against God’s elect?” - Predestination
“Is not the bread we break a participation in the body of Christ?” - Holy Communion
“Are you going to at this time restore the kingdom to Israel?” - The Last Things
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
259. What’s the difference anyway? a look at Covenant Theology
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Thursday Jan 11, 2024
Pastor Dave Endorf leads us through a movement on Biblical interpretation called, "covenant theology."
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
258.Year End Review 2023
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Thursday Jan 04, 2024
Join us as we talk about the top five things we have taken away from the year 2023.
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
254.What is the Difference Anyway: A Look at Free Will
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Thursday Dec 14, 2023
Pastor's David Endorf and Will Harley talk about Free Will and find out it isn't quite as free as we would like it to be. That is until we are freed in Christ as we are brought to faith through Word and Sacrament.
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
252.What is the Difference Anyway: A Look at Dualism
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Thursday Dec 07, 2023
Join us as Pastor Endorf and Pastor Harley talk about the problems with the ancient thought of Dualism which may not be as ancient as you may think.
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
251.Beyond the Sermon: Advent 1
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
Tuesday Dec 05, 2023
We talk about the text of 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 and Mark 13:26-37. Join Pastor Harley and Pastor Endorf as we talk beyond the sermon.
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
250.Pulling the Trigger on the Biblical Canon
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Thursday Nov 30, 2023
Join us as we talk about the development of the Old Testament and New Testament Canon.
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
248.Beyond the sermon (Romans 12:1-8, Matthew 6:23-44)
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Join us as we talk about the previous week's sermon. Dave gets confused and we end up talking about Luke 12:22-34 as well.
00:00 Introduction
02:13 Romans 12 1-8
18:22 Deer Hunters Service (Matthew 6 25 44)
28:08 Luke 12 22 34 detour
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
247.Inspiration and Inerrancy of the Bible
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
Thursday Nov 16, 2023
we looked at President Matthew Harrison's (LCMS) article on Divine Authority and a unpublished article by Jack Cascione that was a reaction to it.
https://witness.lcms.org/2023/divine-authority/
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
246. Five easy ways to become a Pietist (and Dave goes off the rails)
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Thursday Nov 09, 2023
Pietism is a movement or spirit that has its roots in Lutheranism but has spread throughout Protestantism. Our "steps" are a lighthearted journey through Pietism's effects and current temptations you will encounter today. Dave will go off the rails today, but which one and why?
5 easy ways to become a pietist
Reinvent what is the lifeblood of the church. What’s in your heart pumps harder than the Gospel in Word and Sacrament.
Ain’t no standard like your standard.
Stop testing the Spirits.
You are your own illuminati.
Take your toys and go home (Ban the Fellowship)
5 ways to prevent pietism
Be firmly grounded in Scripture.
Practice doctrinal & moral discipline because that is what you are in Christ, not because it proves anything to you or to anyone else.
Aim at the head and the heart in preaching & teaching and properly distinguish between the law & the gospel as you do so.
Trust the Holy Spirit’s promise to accomplish what he desires through His means.
Don’t make ad hominem attacks or judge hearts and motivation based on what you see.
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
241.A discussion on the article ”One Great Thought”
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
Thursday Oct 12, 2023
With everything going on in the United States and the world, it's good to reset by thinking of the one great thought of God.
THE ONE GREAT THOUGHT OF GOD (Der eine groBe Gedanke Gottes) written by August Pieper and translated by Jason D. Oakland is our topic.
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
237. Book Study of Pro (Every) Life
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
Thursday Sep 28, 2023
We talk today about Abortion and the study of Pro (Every) Life a book by Pastor Novotny.
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
235. Life in Christ Book Review
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
Thursday Sep 21, 2023
We review the book Life in Christ Rooted, Woven, and Grafted into God's Story by Rev. Adam T. Filipek
NOTE: When Pastor Harley says that the LCMS is "orthodox," we clarified and he actually meant "confessional."
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
234.Beyond the Sermon: Genesis 50:15-21 & Matthew 18:21-35
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Tuesday Sep 19, 2023
Join us as we talk about the previous week's sermon.00:00 Introduction02:08 Genesis 50:15-2115:55 Matthew 18:21-35
Friday Sep 15, 2023
233.Parenting Resiliency with Rochelle Manzano (Part 2)
Friday Sep 15, 2023
Friday Sep 15, 2023
With the school year starting, a timely topic. How do you as parents respond to adversity? What should you be looking for in your child's response to adversity? Above all, we discuss how God's Word empowers us to be resilient. Join the conversation as we talk again to Mrs. Rochelle Manzano from Christian Family Solutions! This time we will talk about four tools that parents can consider using to better their and their kid's resiliency.
https://christianfamilysolutions.org/teams/rochelle-manzano/
Part one is found here: https://www.youtube.com/live/o5-W_tStmPs?feature=shared
00:00 Introduction02:47 Tools to increase parent resiliency04:34 Mindfulness17:11 Restructuring your thoughts25:13 Distracting from the problem32:12 Radical acceptance45:22 How to view your pastor and therapist
Thursday Sep 14, 2023
232.Holy History
Thursday Sep 14, 2023
Thursday Sep 14, 2023
The guys summarize themes of God's activity (HIs Holy history) throughout Old Testament eras. The Old Testament does not stand by itself as a distinct God nor is it an ideal for New Testament Christians to strive towards, but rather a story of God leading us to the Messiah.
Join us for this conversation and if you have questions don't hesitate to ask us.
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Friday Sep 08, 2023
231.Parenting Resiliency with Rochelle Manzano (Part I)
Friday Sep 08, 2023
Friday Sep 08, 2023
With the school year starting, a timely topic. How do you as parents respond to adversity? What should you be looking for in your child's response to adversity? Above all, we discuss how God's Word empowers us to be resilient. Join the conversation as we talked to Mrs. Rochelle Manzano from Christian Family Solutions!
https://christianfamilysolutions.org/teams/rochelle-manzano/
Join us for this conversation and if you have questions don't hesitate to ask us.
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Thursday Sep 07, 2023
230.Where does the WELS go from here?
Thursday Sep 07, 2023
Thursday Sep 07, 2023
We read the 2022 statistical report given at the convention, discuss its analysis, and talk about its proposed strategy to address the statistical cliff churches (WELS included) in America are facing.
Join us for this conversation and if you have questions don't hesitate to ask us.
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Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
229.Beyond the Sermon (BTS) Matthew 16:21-26
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Tuesday Sep 05, 2023
Pastor Endorf, Harley, and Ruddat talk about Matthew 16:21-26. Why does Jesus call Peter Satan, what does it mean to deny yourself, what does it mean to lose your life and find it?
Thursday Aug 31, 2023
228.Beyond the sermon: Matthew 16:13-20
Thursday Aug 31, 2023
Thursday Aug 31, 2023
Pastor Endorf, Harley, and Ruddat talk about Matthew 16:13-20.
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
227.Beyond the sermon (Matthew 15:21-28; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18)
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Tuesday Aug 22, 2023
Pastor Endorf and Pastor Ruddat talk about hope found in the external word, whether you are a Canaanite woman (Pentecost 15A) or grieving the loss of a loved one (funeral sermon).
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Thursday Aug 17, 2023
Pastor Harley and Pastor Ruddat review a book called "Any Given Sunday (The Story of Christ in the Divine Service)" by the Rev. Dr. Michael Berg and talk about it.
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
224.Should Mario Eat Mushrooms (Rise of Psychedelics and the ethics of their use)
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
Wednesday Aug 09, 2023
Pastor Ruddat and Pastor Harley read Michael Pollan's book, "How to Change Your Mind: What the New Science of Psychedelics Teaches Us About Consciousness, Dying, Addiction, Depression, and Transcendence." Join us as we review the book and begin the conversation on the ethics of psychedelics (commonly called "mushrooms")
00:00:00 Introduction00:05:10 Topic
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
223.Am I an Imposter?
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Thursday Jul 20, 2023
Today we talked about Imposter Syndrome. During this conversation we also talk about Low and High Anthropology and how we are driven to the Cross of Christ when we recognize that we are not as good as we think we are. Join us for this conversation and if you have questions don't hesitate to ask us.
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Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
BTS: Pentecost 6A (Exodus 32:15-29 and Matthew 10:34-42)
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Tuesday Jul 04, 2023
Pastor Ruddat is joined by Pastor Will Harley (St. John's Maribel) and Pastor Dave Endorf (www.brooklynlutheran.com) to talk about the previous week's sermon.
Thursday Jun 15, 2023
220.To the Principles and Beyond
Thursday Jun 15, 2023
Thursday Jun 15, 2023
When asked a question, Jesus often answers the question that should have been asked. When it comes to application of our Christian principles, are we asking the right questions?
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Thursday Jun 08, 2023
Family Devotions
Thursday Jun 08, 2023
Thursday Jun 08, 2023
We tackle myths on family devotions, reveal some strategies for how to start a family devotion, and practical tips on keeping Christ in your family life.
Introduction
Myths on family devotions
Strategies for how to start a family devotion (formal conversations)
Practical tips on keeping Christ in your family life (informal conversations)
Family devotion resources:
www.myfamilytable.org
https://wels.net/serving-you/devotions/family-devotions/
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Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Beyond the Sermon: Genesis 1 and Matthew 28:16-20
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
We go beyond what we preached on the previous Sunday, and answer your questions. We welcome Pastor David Endorf, pastor at www.brooklynlutheran.com
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Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Esther chapters 9 and 10
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
Thursday Jun 01, 2023
We finish Esther today and look ahead to where we are going to go this summer. Join us in the show.
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Thursday May 25, 2023
Esther 7-8
Thursday May 25, 2023
Thursday May 25, 2023
We continue our look at Esther. Join us as we talk about wearing the robes of the King and God continuing to work behind the scenes. Pastor Ruddat's audio isn't the best, so watching it on youtube is better.
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Thursday May 18, 2023
Esther 5-6
Thursday May 18, 2023
Thursday May 18, 2023
We continue our look at Esther. Join us as we talk about wearing the robes of the King and God continuing to work behind the scenes..
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Thursday May 04, 2023
Esther chapter 1&2
Thursday May 04, 2023
Thursday May 04, 2023
We begin our talk about Esther. If you have any questions or want to know more please contact us.
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Thursday Apr 27, 2023
Artificial Intelligence (A.I.) and the Christian worldview
Thursday Apr 27, 2023
Thursday Apr 27, 2023
How much is A.I. able to reflect and articulate reality, and how much is it a reflection of its creator? What should we be concerned about with A.I, and what A.I. questions should Christians be ready to answer?
Topics:
What is A.I.?
current uses and issues with A.I.
Potential issues with A.I.
Pastoral Predictions
What can we learn about ourselves through wrestling with a.i.?
Thursday Mar 30, 2023
James 4: Name Calling and Judging.
Thursday Mar 30, 2023
Thursday Mar 30, 2023
James calls us murderers, adulterers, and judges, but what does the inspired writer inspire us to be?
NOTE: This has better audio than the LIVE broadcast.
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Thursday Mar 23, 2023
James 3:1-18 Tongues and Wisdom
Thursday Mar 23, 2023
Thursday Mar 23, 2023
Wisdom and taming the tongue, two of the toughest subjects for the hosts to tackle, one because we have so little to work with and the other, that we have too much to work with!
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Thursday Mar 09, 2023
James 1:12-2:13
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
Thursday Mar 09, 2023
Casting Nets embarks on catching all the goodness of the book of James. Join us as we introduce the book and dive in! Today we talk about favoritism and the law that brings freedom.
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Thursday Mar 02, 2023
James: Intro and 1:1-11
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
Thursday Mar 02, 2023
Introduction to James: a Living, Saving Faith
Casting Nets embarks on catching all the goodness of the book of James. Join us as we introduce the book and dive in!
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Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Interview with Pastor Jeff Samelson from Christian LIfe Resources.
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Tuesday Feb 28, 2023
Pastor Jeffrey Samelson, Director of Mission Advancement for Christian Life Resources, preached at Immanuel in Shirley last weekend. Pastor Ruddat interviewed him and talked about life issues, and the upcoming Wisconsin Supreme Court election in April, among other things.
https://christianliferesources.com/
https://bayarealifecenter.com/
#prolife #christianlifereources #thelifechallenges
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Thursday Feb 23, 2023
Debunking Angels
Thursday Feb 23, 2023
Thursday Feb 23, 2023
What are common misconceptions do people have about angels and demons. We tackle our top 5. What is your top 5?
Angels are chubby babies with halos.
There is spiritual benefit to seeking out and communicating with angels.
Devil knows your thoughts.
There can only be one guardian angel per person.
When a believer dies, they become an angel.
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Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Scandalous Stories: Your Treasure and God’s Treasure (Matthew 13:44-45)
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
Thursday Feb 16, 2023
The last in our Scandalous Stories series. Your treasure and God's treasure.
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Thursday Feb 09, 2023
Scandalous Stories: Matthew 25:31-46
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
Thursday Feb 09, 2023
The difference between Sheep and Goats.
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Thursday Feb 02, 2023
Scandalous Stories: Luke 14:1-24
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
Thursday Feb 02, 2023
It's my party!
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Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Scandalous Stories: A Dangerous World For Sinners (Matthew 18:21-34)
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
Thursday Jan 26, 2023
What's so radical about forgiveness? Everything!
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Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Looking Back on the Call
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Due to weather and sickness, we are not putting out a live show this week. But we don't want to leave you with nothing. With so many congregations seeking pastors we thought we would reach back into the archive and share a podcast with you on the call. It was first recorded when Pastor Harley was running solo on the podcast and was serving at Trinity Lutheran in South Dakota.
We can't wait to be live again and sharing with you more of real life and living faith.
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Thursday Dec 29, 2022
Scandalous Stories: Who is Your Father
Thursday Dec 29, 2022
Thursday Dec 29, 2022
We talked today about the parable of the prodigal son. It is familar parable with a not so familiar application.
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Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Interview with Semson Lor
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
Thursday Dec 15, 2022
We interview a Semson Lor, a Hmong student in the Pastoral Studies Institute (PSI). We learn about his studies and share our stories about why we wanted to become pastors.
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Thursday Dec 08, 2022
Scandalous Stories: Luke 10:25-37
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
We talk about the good Samaritan and see how this is truly Christ who saves us from sins beating.
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