podcast
details
.com
Print
Share
Look for any podcast host, guest or anyone
Search
Showing episodes and shows of
Joel Allen Hess
Shows
Ringside Preachers
Poetry of Men
TOPICS: Manly Poetry Why not follow the OT law? What its like to work for Joel… Living Together before Marriage CRAFT of PREACHING WORKSHOP August 4-6, 2025 at St. James, Chicago Thank you: 1517.org thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Music:...
2025-05-28
57 min
Ringside Preachers
Tyler’s Birthday Episode
TOPICS: Travel Nightmares (with Joel) Apologetics and Faith Free Will and Human Suffering Wisdom, God’s Plan Happy Birthday Tyler! Thank you: 1517.org thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, and Eddie Switek YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my m...
2025-01-21
59 min
Uptime Podcast – Weather Guard Lightning Tech
GE Vernova Restructures Offshore Wind Division
Weather Guard Lightning Tech GE Vernova Restructures Offshore Wind Division Allen, Joel, and Phil dissect GE Vernova’s restructuring of its offshore wind operations, potentially cutting 900 jobs globally. What will be the implications for the US and international wind energy markets? They also share key insights from the Sandia Blades Workshop, emphasizing the importance of prescriptive operations and digitizing tribal knowledge. Enter to win a bunch of Yeti and StrikeTape swag at https://weatherguardwind.com/yeti! Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This ep...
2024-09-24
32 min
The Uptime Wind Energy Podcast
GE Vernova Restructures Offshore Wind Division
Allen, Joel, and Phil dissect GE Vernova's restructuring of its offshore wind operations, potentially cutting 900 jobs globally. What will be the implications for the US and international wind energy markets? They also share key insights from the Sandia Blades Workshop, emphasizing the importance of prescriptive operations and digitizing tribal knowledge. Enter to win a bunch of Yeti and StrikeTape swag at https://weatherguardwind.com/yeti! Sign up now for Uptime Tech News, our weekly email update on all things wind technology. This episode is sponsored by Weather Guard Lightning Tech. Learn more about Weather Guard's StrikeTape Wind Turbine LPS retrofit. Fol...
2024-09-24
32 min
Ringside Preachers
The Ross and Joel Show
TOPICS: D-Day Reflections Discipline vs. Motivation Finding Meaning for a Solider Dictators Resurrection & Long ending of Mark Chaplain Baptisms Thank you: 1517.org thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows and Blayne Watts YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I love my man”...
2024-06-21
54 min
Ringside Preachers
Star Spangled Christians with Guest Dr. Joel Biermann
Ringside crashes Concordia Seminary Symposium at St. Louis once again to have great conversations with our favorite teachers of the church. Today we talk to Dr. Joel Biermann about the Christian Church in America, and where we may have gone wrong. Guest: Rev. Dr. Joel D. Biermann Thank you: 1517.org thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, Eddie Switek, ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSO...
2023-10-25
36 min
Ringside Preachers
Shaping Our Faith with Guest Dr. Joel Elowsky
Ringside crashes Concordia Seminary Symposium at St. Louis once again to have great conversations with our favorite teachers of the church. This episode we welcome Dr. Joel Elowsky diving into the fascinating history of the African Church and interpretation of the Church Fathers. Thank you: 1517.org thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, Eddie Switek, ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted...
2023-10-23
47 min
Ringside Preachers
What’s Wrong with Christianity? LIVE in Chicago
Music, Discussion, Food, and Drink with Ringside and the St. James Chicago Community. Check out the YouTube channel to watch! Topics: Preach Christ, not Christendom, Rev. Joel Hess Trapped in Consumerism, Rev. Paul Koch What's Wrong? THOSE Christians, Cindy Koch Thank you: St. James Lutheran, Chicago YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Music: Joel Allen Hess, more on bandcamp Dead Horse One “I love my man”
2023-05-04
58 min
Ringside Preachers
Cheers to Craft Beer with Andrew Ortega
Topics: Favorite Brews? Beer is a Gift from God Path to becoming a Head Brewer What good/bad beer tastes like… Guest: Andrew Ortega Head Brewer at Uncle Bear’s Brewery RINGSIDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE in CHICAGO Friday, April 28, 6:30 - 9pm SIGN UP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48A5AB2AA1FFC16-whats1 Thank you: 1517.org thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago
2023-04-12
56 min
Ringside Preachers
We are Making Monsters
Topics: Troubling Trends in the Foundations of our Society Sarcastic Jesus RINGSIDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE in Chicago Friday, April 28 “What’s Wrong with Christianity” SIGN UP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48A5AB2AA1FFC16-whats1 Thank you: 1517.org thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Sponsors: Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR...
2023-04-04
49 min
Ringside Preachers
Who Does What? The Great Commission and Private Confession
Topics: Does the great commission apply to women? What things are reserved for clergy only? Reviving private confession and absolution. RINGSIDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE in Chicago Friday, April 28 “What’s Wrong with Christianity” SIGN UP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48A5AB2AA1FFC16-whats1 Thank you: 1517.org thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Sponsors: Chuck Daenzer, Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio Ameri...
2023-03-28
37 min
Ringside Preachers
Smells and Bells
Topics: Quality Burger Ratings at Midnight Why anoint? James 5 Incense and Handbells Thank you: 1517.org thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Monthly Sponsors: Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America Music: Joel Allen Hess - "I'll be coming home" More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - “I...
2023-03-15
42 min
Ringside Preachers
Revivals and Temptations at the Cross Roads
Topics: What is a real revival? Enthusiasm vs. Boring Cross Roads with Satan Who are the wives of Cain and Abel? Aliens and the Faith - a desperate seeking for meaning RINGSIDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE in Chicago Friday, April 28 “What’s Wrong with Christianity” SIGN UP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0C48A5AB2AA1FFC16-whats1 Thank you: 1517.org thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago NEW Sponsor!: Chuck Daenzer THANK YOU...
2023-03-09
58 min
Ringside Preachers
You Are Not Alone! In the Middle of Ministry LIVE at Best Practices
The Ringside Preachers are on the road LIVE in Phoenix, AZ at the Best Practices Event. Take a listen to what's going on out there in ministry according to a few of our friends around the country. Thanks to Rev. Jeff Schrank for an awesome opportunity for conversation! Topics: Freedom! At Best Practices Ministry with Rev. Jeff Schrank People Burnout with John Garcia Infusing Joy in Faith with Rev. Kevin Jud and Rev. Adam Steinbrenner Why be a Pastor? SMP with Joel Ripke The Shock of Real Sinners with Rev. Thomas Gustafson ...
2023-03-01
42 min
Ringside Preachers
Making the Large Catechism Fun Again!
Topics: The New Confessions Is Church a safe place for conversation? Theology on social media Submit to thejaggedword.com! Best Practices Ministry LIVE PODCAST EVENT February, 16 & 17 at Christ Church Lutheran in Phoenix, AZ YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Monthly Sponsors: Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America Thank you: 1517.org thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago
2023-02-07
52 min
Ringside Preachers
Can You Trust Your Pastor's Voice?
Topics: When the Liturgy is boring… Can you trust the preacher and the church? THANKS! Staci Greunke YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Monthly Sponsors: Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America Thank you: 1517.org Concordia Seminary, St. Louis thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Music: Joel Allen Hess - More on ba...
2023-01-17
42 min
Ringside Preachers
It’s Not How Hard You Hit
Topics: Rocky & a Jesus Story Church Membership: what does it take? What should we know about the Corinthians? YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Monthly Sponsors: Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America Thank you: 1517.org Concordia Seminary, St. Louis thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Music: Joel Alle...
2023-01-11
1h 16
Ringside Preachers
Don't Circumcise Christmas
Topics: Favorite Christmas Treats Seasons for Pastors Everything you wanted to know about circumcision What do Jesus’ experiences mean for us? YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Monthly Sponsors: Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America Thank you: 1517.org Concordia Seminary, St. Louis thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran, Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Music: Joel Allen Hess - "there" Mo...
2022-12-28
57 min
Ringside Preachers
Death and Christmas
Topics: Cranky Christmas Observations What do you say to someone who died outside of the faith? The Incarnation Post-incarnate Christ Gift ideas for your lady GET YOUR RINGSIDE CHRISTMAS PRESENTS!! www.ringsidepreachers.com/shop Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal...
2022-12-21
57 min
Ringside Preachers
Government, Marriage, and Reindeer Games
Topics: Christmas and Family? Guess the Real Christmas Song GAME! The Government is always the problem? Advent is now Renewing Marriage Vows GET YOUR RINGSIDE CHRISTMAS PRESENTS!! www.ringsidepreachers.com/shop Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted...
2022-12-14
1h 16
Ringside Preachers
The Body of Christ in Haiti
The Body of Christ is in chaos - No, not in the U.S. (which increasingly might be taking the prize for crazy) - Haiti. We talk to our friend Israelson Isidor about being Church amidst the current turmoil in our neighbor, south of Florida. Guest: Israelson Isidor Donations needed: Copiers, printers, cellphone, laptops Contact Ringside if you would like to help! Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace...
2022-12-07
1h 16
Ringside Preachers
Daddy Issues in the Ministry
Topics: Paternity Leave Can modern-day theologians beat old-school scholars? Kingdom is Now: John 5: 24-27 Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Music: Joel Allen Hess - "christmas time" More on bandcam...
2022-11-23
49 min
Ringside Preachers
Singles, Heroes, and BE-Attitudes
Topics: Singles are changing politics Hero stories: are they heroic? Wrong BE-Attitudes Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Music: Joel Allen Hess - "no heroes" More on bandcamp Dead Ho...
2022-11-16
47 min
Ringside Preachers
We Can’t All Wear Tracksuits
Topics: Forgiveness for COVID Accidental A.A. member Fasting in November Politics in Church RINGSIDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE EVENT: “What is Wrong with Christianity” at Grace in Ventura!! Check it out on Ringside Preacher’s Youtube channel!! Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONS...
2022-11-09
49 min
Ringside Preachers
Culture and Word with Dr. Joel Okamoto
Topics: What’s changed with Christians Culture and faith Do you have to preach directly from the Bible? The long game of Preaching Guest: Dr. Joel Okamoto Professor of Systematic Theology at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Thank you: 1517.org Concordia Seminary, St. Louis thejaggedword.com ITO Radio America Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago YOU CAN SPONSOR RINGSIDE: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN
2022-11-01
56 min
Ringside Preachers
Faith, Flood, and Discipleship
Topics: Tipping is getting out of hand Luther’s Flood Prayer The unexamined Faith is not worth believing Is there an end game to making disciples? RINGSIDE COMMUNITY COLLEGE EVENT: “What is Wrong with Christianity” November 4, 6-10 pm at Grace Lutheran Ventura Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A...
2022-10-26
52 min
Ringside Preachers
The B.C. Bible with Dr. Paul Raabe
Topics: Expanding Christian Schools B.C. Scriptures Gospel competing with the voices Distracted generations, back to the basics! Guest: Dr. Paul Raabe Professor in Biblical Studies at Grand Canyon University Phoenix, AZ Professor of Exegetical Theology at Concordia Seminary, St Louis (retired) Thank you: 1517.org Concordia Seminary, St. Louis thejaggedword.com ITO Radio America Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago YOU CAN SPONSOR RINGSIDE: https://www.paypal.co...
2022-10-20
1h 03
Ringside Preachers
I'm Not Superstitious, But I’m a Little Stitious
Topics: Angel Numerology in the Clouds Artist Above the Narrative: Ye says Is Boredom a Sin? Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Music: Joel Allen Hess - "real love" More on band...
2022-10-12
1h 01
Ringside Preachers
Hot CTCR Docs with Dr. Rick Serina
Topics: What is the CTCR? Process of Persuasion The intended audience of CTCR documents Documents that led to the LCMS Walkout How to use CTCR in the congregation Lutheran Fundamentalism? Guest: Dr. Rick Serina Associate Executive Director Commission on Theology and Church Relations, LC-MS Thank you: 1517.org Concordia Seminary, St. Louis thejaggedword.com ITO Radio America Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago YOU CAN SPONSOR RINGSIDE: https://www.paypal.c...
2022-10-11
1h 09
Ringside Preachers
Hurricanes and Repentance
God’s Wrath in Natural Disaster A healthy body makes better pastors Corrupt politics Communion brings community Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Music/Photo: Joel Allen Hess - "I see a light" Mo...
2022-10-04
59 min
Ringside Preachers
Preaching the Image with Dr. David Schmitt
Topics: Reading sermon vs. a Live sermon Power of Specific speaking Pictures vs Words in a sermon Theology of the visual Benefits of reading fiction Guest: Dr. David Schmitt Professor of Homiletics and Literature at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis. Thank you: 1517.org Concordia Seminary, St. Louis thejaggedword.com ITO Radio America Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago YOU CAN SPONSOR RINGSIDE: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU...
2022-09-28
1h 03
Ringside Preachers
Concerned Seminarians LIVE!
Topics: What if my first church hates me? Big issues that Christians may be wrong about Worship Wars Whiskey Wars GUEST SEMINARIANS: Joseph Eggerman Ethan Hart Mark Esser Dayton Dangel Chris Dhuse Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America YOU CAN B...
2022-09-20
46 min
Ringside Preachers
Should We Care about Shame, Confessions, or Queens?
Topics: Should we care about the Queen of England? Shame and the Christian Life Why study the confessions of a church? Getting outside of your own head THANK YOU, SPONSORS: Mike Gibney, Frances Meadows, Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America YOU CAN GIVE TO RINGSIDE: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago
2022-09-14
1h 03
Ringside Preachers
Your Megachurch Pastor is Doing Something Weird
Topics: No More Gas Cars? Megachurch Pastor Problems How do you explain Justification? Grow in Faith: is that possible Ringside Podcast Symposium: September 19-22 at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Community College: Friday, November 4 at Grace Lutheran in Ventura, CA Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America, YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR...
2022-09-06
56 min
Ringside Preachers
Helping Ross Choose a Church
Topics: Is Sunday School a Waste of Time? What is Bible Study? Student Loan Forgiveness How do you Choose a Church? We actually have no idea. Ringside Podcast Symposium: September 19-22 at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Community College: Friday, November 4 at Grace Lutheran in Ventura, CA Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America ...
2022-08-30
1h 02
Ringside Preachers
Life of a Chaplain: Serving Our Sailors with Christ
Topics: Sea adventures with Ross Day-to-day life of a Chaplain A Pastor doesn’t choose whom he cares for Chaplain continues on land Ringside Podcast Symposium: September 19-22 at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Community College: Friday, November 4 at Grace Lutheran in Ventura, CA Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A...
2022-08-24
1h 06
Ringside Preachers
Mental Pastors
Topics: Pastor Shortages Do you have to love your job? Jesus and the terrifying “narrow door” (Luke 13:22-30) Rapture crazy-talk Mental illness in the ministry COMING UP: Ringside Podcast Symposium: September 19-22 at Concordia Seminary, St. Louis Community College: Friday, November 4 at Grace Lutheran in Ventura, CA Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio...
2022-08-17
1h 04
Ringside Preachers
Fast Cars, Men in Church, and Other Topics
Topics: What you should be able to do with your stuff… Is John 6 talking about the Lord’s Supper? Are men becoming more religious than women? Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Music:
2022-08-03
55 min
Ringside Preachers
Preacher Know Thyself with Dennis Matyas
Topics: Personality of the Pastor Identity Politics in in Culture and Church Does Law and Gospel distinction make a good sermon? Confession of Casket vs. Cremation Guest: Rev. Dennis Matyas THANK YOU MONTHLY SPONSORS: Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio YOU CAN GIVE TO RINGSIDE: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago
2022-07-26
59 min
Ringside Preachers
Sex and Money
Topics: Gospel Tithing Radical generosity Teaching to give YOU CAN GIVE TO RINGSIDE: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN THANK YOU MONTHLY SPONSORS: Eddie Switek, Blayne Watts, ITO Radio Guest: Rev. TIm Barkett Thank you: 1517.org Concordia Seminary, St. Louis thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Music/Photo: Joel Allen Hess "convenience store"- More on bandcamp
2022-07-18
57 min
Ringside Preachers
Beyond Roe v. Wade
Topics: American Response and Exposure to Opinions Overturning of Roe v. Wade The Church’s response to Pro-life v. Pro-choice Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago NEW Monthly Sponsor: ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN Music/Photo: Joel Allen Hess "Miss America"- More on bandcamp Dea...
2022-07-06
54 min
Ringside Preachers
Philosophers, Welders, and First Ladies
Topics: Welders or Philosophers: what do we really need? Couples leading ministry: who’s your first lady? Pastor’s finding their own replacement Whats up with the Saints? (Revelation) Galatians 3:23-29 What should we do with the Law? Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago NEW Monthly Sponsor: Blayne Watts Music/Photo: Joel Allen Hess "Let's roll"- More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - I love...
2022-06-29
59 min
Ringside Preachers
The Death of a Pastor
Topics: When you pastor dies What does ONE baptism really mean? Biblical views vs. political issues in church Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago NEW Monthly Sponsor: Blayne Watts Music/Photo: Joel Allen Hess "I See a Light"- More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - I love my man Photo by Paul Koch @rev_koch Other stuff...
2022-06-21
47 min
Ringside Preachers
God and Guns
Topics: Point of Education? Political Polarity: Gun control What’s the response of the Church? Christians? Thank you: 1517.org Grace Lutheran, Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Concordia Seminary, St. Louis thejaggedword.com Monthly sponsor: Eddie Switek Music/Photo: Joel Allen Hess "I'm falling away"- More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - I love my man Other stuff: Let Me Die a Young Man’s Death, Roger McGough...
2022-06-08
52 min
Ringside Preachers
Ministry, Shootings, and Other Topics
Topics: Starting something new & why bother getting better? What’s important: Pastoral Office or the Pastor Man? Function of the minister Shootings again… Tyler’s Confirmation/graduation verse: Galatians 6:11 Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Music/Photo: Joel Allen Hess "I'm falling away"- More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - I love my man Other stuff: Percy Shelley
2022-06-02
53 min
Ringside Preachers
Nature’s God
Topics: Environmental concerns: “Idontcarism” “Silence” of God, movie, book, pastors and psalms The Single Christian: unmarried human being ministry Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Monthly sponsor: Eddie Switek Music/Photo: Joel Allen Hess "I'm falling away"- More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - I love my man Other stuff: How to be a Poet, Wendell Berry Silence, Shusaku Endo God on Trial...
2022-05-24
57 min
Ringside Preachers
Do I Have to be a Pastor?
Topics: Mother’s Day and the Gospel? Professional ministry verses lay ministry Pastor’s job neglected by evangelism?? Abortion conversations Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Music/Photo: Joel Allen Hess "frogs"- More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - I love my man More photography by Paul Koch @rev_koch Other stuff: Augustine to Jerome Luther on the abuses of the Mass Roe v Wade...
2022-05-10
58 min
Ringside Preachers
The Prison of Confirmation, Jazz, and the Flesh
Topics: Live music in bars Ringside on Confirmation NRSV Translation changes Do you have to keep your body whole for the resurrection? Thank you: 1517.org and Concordia Seminary, St. Louis and thejaggedword.com Music/Photo: Joel Allen Hess "sons"- More on bandcamp Dead Horse One - I love my man Cover Photo by Paul Koch @rev_koch Other stuff: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe,: The Traveller’s Night Song (Wanderers Nachtlied II. in English...
2022-05-04
1h 00
Ringside Preachers
Creating a Church Culture That Protects the Vulnerable with Raleigh Sadler
Who is vulnerable? How do we help? Raleigh Sadler walks us through how we can look at our community and love our neighbor in need. Topics: 1. Who is the vulnerable? 2. How can the church help with the vulnerable around us? 3. Pentecost and the Holy Spirit: reversal of the Tower of Babel Guest: Raleigh Sadler director of "Let My People Go" Christian Ministry Book Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking. Website https://www.lmpgnetwork.org/contact Giving https://www.aplos.co...
2020-06-05
1h 08
Ringside Preachers
Creating a Church Culture That Protects the Vulnerable with Raleigh Sadler
Who is vulnerable? How do we help? Raleigh Sadler walks us through how we can look at our community and love our neighbor in need. Topics: - Who is the vulnerable? - How can the church help with the vulnerable around us? - Pentecost and the Holy Spirit: reversal of the Tower of Babel Guest: Raleigh Sadler - Director of "Let My People Go" Christian Ministry - Book Vulnerable: Rethinking Human Trafficking. - Website https://www.lmpgnetwork.org/contact - Giving https://www.aplos.com/aws/give/LetMyPeopleGoInc/general - Facebook https://www.instagram.com/lmpgnetwork/ - Instagram @lmpgnetwork...
2020-06-04
1h 08
Ringside Preachers
Ascension Misconception
It's ok to remember those who gave their life for their country and not remind them that Jesus did something greater just so they don't get a big head. You can tell them the Good News however! Sins forgiven - for free! Topics: - Ascension Misconceptions - Why Can't I find anything about the Spanish Flu pandemic in my Church's history books! - False Repentance - Smalcald Articles! If you don't believe in total depravity and original sin that you will never repent enough! Music: Joel Allen Hess - In the Arms of the King (Willing Virginia, on Spotify, iTunes...
2020-05-25
1h 01
Ringside Preachers
Saints and Cinema
After slipping an orange rind into your Negroni, slip off your Weejuns, put your earphones on and enjoy a funny and frank discussion about Jesus, Michael Mann, and ex-communication! Thank you, Tim Winterstein, of saintsandcinema.com, for talking with us about your favorite movies and their value in life. Topics: - Movies and Christianity with Tim Winterstein - A listener asks for a discussion about ex-communication in the church. Enjoy an honest conversation about why and why not Music: Joel Allen Hess - Don't, Willing Virginia, on Spotify, iTunes, SoundCloud Dead Horse One - I love my man Other stuff: L...
2020-05-18
1h 16
Ringside Preachers
Saints & Cinema
After slipping an orange rind into your Negroni, slip off your Weejuns, put your earphones on and enjoy a funny and frank discussion about Jesus, Michael Mann, and ex-communication! Thank you, Tim Winterstein, of saintsandcinema.com, for talking with us about your favorite movies and their value in life. Topics: 1. Movies and Christianity with Tim Winterstein 2. A listener asks for a discussion about ex-communication in the church. Enjoy an honest conversation about why and why not Thank you: 1517.org proud member of the 1517 Podcast Network and...
2020-05-18
1h 16
Ringside Preachers
Communing Mentally Disabled, Being Disciplined and Living in Grace
Holed up while the Coronavirus casts a shadow in your town? Tune in to the Ringsidepreachers and discover that God still sits on His throne and His Son still actively reigns drawing sinners back home. Brought to you by 1517.org Check us out on Facebook, instagram, ringsidepreachers.com topics: 2:00 Youth and Lent 7:40 Coronavirus and the Church 14:00 A Catholic Church get's in trouble for denying an autistic child communion. What should be done? What's the challenge 30:00 Joel & Paul visited New Orleans with their wives
2020-03-02
49 min
Ringside Preachers
Hobbies, Do Lutheran's do Mass, Church Names
The preachers go through a buffet of topics like Bono goes through Sunglasses Brought to you by 1517 Podcast Network. 1517.org and TheJaggedWord.com topics: 11:30 Hobbies. Are they important? Is it a 1st world problem? 22:00 The Reformers said they didn't get rid of the Mass? What does that mean? Augsburg Confession Article 24 34:00 What's in a Church name? Does it matter? where did the names like St. so and so come from? 46:00 Matthew 4:12 Repent the Kingdom of Heaven is at hand. What does that mean
2020-01-27
56 min
Ringside Preachers
Incarnation and Communion
Welcome to Ringside! We run through a number of current topics for your enjoyment! Please prayerfully consider donating to the wonderful work of 1517.org by the end of the year to support our podcast and many other fine offerings! Topics: 12min: Pastor/Churches need to address the impeachent news? 20min: Jesus' genealogy in Matthew. Does it matter? 32min: Incarnation and Communion. Can you believe in the incarnation and not in the real presence of Christ in the eucharist? 42min: Christian Worldview. Should a Church have the formation...
2019-12-16
59 min
Ringside Preachers
ep150 The End?
Ask people what book of the bible they want to study? 8 out of 10 will say revelation or revelations. Why not? There are giant dragons, locust monsters and 4 headed creatures - oh and a whore. Well Jesus is coming again. Is it going to get crazy? Are we in the end times now? Find out today! 1517.org thejaggedword.com check us out on facebook page, instagram, website ringsidepreachers.com topics: 1. The Dangers of Studying Revelation. How can people mess up this book? What are some pitfalls in reading it? Is it necessary for understanding Jesus' coming and the end of the...
2019-11-18
51 min
Ringside Preachers
ep145 Are there holy places? Norman Nagel r.i.p.,Summary of Augsburg Conf. 2 religion marriage,
While you wait for what is ruined to rise, listen to wisdom from some asses' mouths! Ringside with the preachermen. topics: 1. Norman Nagel. Rest in Peace. We read a couple excerpts from the great theologian and wordsmith's sermons. Paul and Joel share some jovial interactions with the man. 2. The joys of seeing the places where Jesus and disciples walked and biblical events happened. 3. The dangers of pilgrimage to holy places. We don't need to go to Jesus because Jesus comes to us. 4. The Summary of the Augsburg confession. What authority did the reformers draw from for their theology - hint...
2019-10-14
58 min
Ringside Preachers
ep143 Friendship among men - an interview with David Smith, author of Who's Got Your back
All the lonely people, where do they all come from? David W. Smith, author of Who's Got Your Back, joins us for an engaging discussion about friendship among men! 1517.org thejaggedword.com topics: 1. What is going wrong with friendships among men today? 2. Is there Biblical precedent? 3. What's the harm of not having deep friendships? What's the positive? 4. Men should learn from women regarding developing and sustaining deep friendships? 5. Does our culture hurt male bonding? book - Who's Got your Back? David W. Smith. Buy it on Amazon, etc. Crosslinkpublishing.com music: deadbees, Joel Allen Hess
2019-10-07
1h 07
Ringside Preachers
ep135 gay penguins? Skillet response to apostate pop dudes, Jesus' anger?
The fifth gripping week An absolute must One of the years Best ain't sayin' much Throwin' us trunks As we're starting to drown We're all shook down All shook down Shook down All shook down. - the replacements, all shook down topics: 1. Angry Jesus? Jesus says he came to cast fire and not peace? Was ist das? Is He serious? 2. Skillet singer response to apostate pop christian peeps - breaking down his great response to perhaps shallow Christianity propoganda 3. Gay Penguins nursing rocks! What does that mean? Does an exceptional observations make it natural or normal? 4. Augsburg Confession: Church usages...
2019-08-15
52 min
Ringside Preachers
ep128 burnout disease, canada church decline, hospitality, ACbaptism, pentecost
It's tornado season and that means its time to crack open an Old Style and enjoy your favorite pontificators on a podcast: Ringside! Thanks for listening 1517 podcast network - 1517.org thejaggedword.com ringsidepreachers.com like us on facebook, instagram, twitter topics: 1. Burnout disease. WHO has officially recognized burn out as an epidemic. Paul makes a connection to a lot of pastors. Recommendation - Gin 2. Churches in Canada closing. What does it mean? Who cares. An article notes the importance of churches and community service. does that matter? 3. Acts 16 Lydia's hospitality. Why is it important. Do you open your house up...
2019-06-03
1h 00
Ringside Preachers
ep115 pastors poor prayers, church friends?, Why college?, ash wednesday
Yeah, just what you need, another podcast. You have been listening to someone read wikepedia. You have been learning latin. You have heard yet another story about a lesbian mom and daughter love story set in the bible belt on NPR. Take a break. Close your eyes. Open your mind. Enjoy! 1517.org thejaggedword.com ringsidepreachers.com topics: 1. Pastors can really suck at praying. Bad experiences? Do pastors get annoyed when people ask them to pray? Why the mood music in the background of the emotionally hip pastor dude? Does God need to be coaxed into answering? 2. Can you have real...
2019-03-04
1h 12
Ringside Preachers
ep106 christmas shocks, rise for incarnation, real or fake christmas custom
Hang some mistletoe, kiss your lover, raise a glass of eggnog for Advent is over. Listen to the latest from the motley group! 1517 podcast network - 1517.com thejaggedword.com ringsidepreachers.com check us out on facebook, instagram - ringsidepreachers topics: 1. Shocking finds about the Christmas Story? What is the strangest thing about the Christmas Story? One girl said she was amazed Jesus survived at all 2. Rising for the Gospel Lesson and Christmas. What does rising for the gospel have to do with Christmas? Why do we do it and not for the rest of God's word. do we have to? 3...
2018-12-24
57 min
Ringside Preachers
ep102 - why the snake? flag in sanctuary? mark 13 how to stay awake
Forget watching the Lions lose on turkey day. Gather the family around the radio, pour a hot toddy and enjoy the latest from these sinner saints. proud member of the 1517 podcast network - 1517.com thejaggedword.com like us on facebook, instagram share and subscribe on iTunes topics; 1. Why is the Devil in the Garden? Classic question by the kids yet pondered by young and old. Why does God allow evil? Did He not know? 2. Should you have a country's flag in the sanctuary? Why and why not? Does it really matter? Should you get in a cage fight for this? 3...
2018-11-20
55 min
Ringside Preachers
ep87 groom sees bride before wedding? talking to a boy scared of demons, in God we trust?
come away, o human child! to the waters and the wild with a faery, hand in hand for the world's more full of weeping than you can understand - the Stolen Child, WB Yeats Come away for an hour an enjoy honest conversation about collision of God's Kingdom and the world! Ross is back! But our two other friends are off on adventures! Somehow by God's grace the two of us put together a whopper of a show! Enjoy A 1517legacy network podcast - 1517legacy.com friend us on Facebook, comment on itunes, like us on instagram A JaggedWord production...
2018-07-26
1h 08
Ringside Preachers
ep80 pastors & biblical languages, writing sermons, biblical leadership? Jesus & demons
We are here to serve you! While you sweat during reps or sprints - let us motivate. While you scream at other drivers on the road as you drive to recklessly to work with a jesus fish on your bumper - let us inspire. While you sit on your deck with a can of Strohs in your hand and a copy of Thomas Pynchon's V. in the other, let us talk you off the ledge. We are proud to be a part of the 1517 legacy podcast network - 1517legacy/podcast check our friends out! Check us out a ringsidepreachers.com...
2018-06-04
1h 08
Ringside Preachers
ep77 - someone doesn't like me! Pentecost is.. What is Israel? who can preach?
Someone's got to talk about that 800 lb gorilla! This show is neither safe nor sterile. Please carefully read the directions before opening then grab a comfy arm chair and ottoman and enjoy. Afterward, put on some Carseat Headrest, light your pipe, and swirl it all around in your mind. The Concerned Seminarian makes an appearance at the end and gives some clothing tips. Our Sponsor this week is the New York Times best seller "Who will comfort the comfort dogs" Check us out on Facebook, ringsidepreachers.com, thejaggedword.com we are proud to be a part of the 1517legacy.com...
2018-05-14
1h 07
Ringside Preachers
ep 76 why confirmation? men should difficult things, that they should be one? Kanye West & slavery
"You see, my mule don’t like people laughing. He gets the crazy idea you’re laughin’ at him. Now if you apologize, like I know you’re going to, I might convince him that you really didn’t mean it." – A Fistful of Dollars (1964) Don't laugh at the mule. Laugh at us. Please enjoy a full plate of issues regarding Church unity, why should men do difficult things, confirmation is for suckers etc.! like us on Facebook ringsidepreachers.com thejaggedword.com 1517legacy.com TOPICS: 1. Why do some churches do confirmation for jr. high kids. Is it a waste of time? Do par...
2018-05-07
1h 18
Ringside Preachers
ep75 infant baptism &immersion, did Jesus laugh, don't snitch, i am the vine, soldiers & forgiveness
At long last our missing episode has appeared! Your patience shall be rewarded! Grab a croissant, fine cup of Americano, put your copy of Edward Abbey's "Monkey Wrench Gang" down and enjoy the show! The concerned seminarian makes an appearance Ross Engel does not! But Cindy Koch fills in...so win! topics: 1. REJECTING INFANT BAPTISM IS AKIN TO SUPPORTING ABORTION! ooooh did we really go there. Once again Hess says outlandish stuff....but is there a consistent logic? 2 WHY DO CHURCHES WHO BAPTIZE INFANTS HAVE SUCH RIDICULOUSLY SMALL BAPTISMAL FONTS? seriously! shouldn't we be immersing too? 3. DID JESUS LAUGH? Or...
2018-05-02
1h 14
Ringside Preachers
ep74 what about the sabbath? internet privacy! Jesus is Shepherd not you. good works?
APRIL is the cruellest month, breeding Lilacs out of the dead land, mixing Memory and desire, stirring Dull roots with spring rain. Winter kept us warm, covering 5 Earth in forgetful snow, feeding A little life with dried tubers. - T.S. Eliot, the Waste land Sirens of serenity in this time of darkness and chaos. Drip some spring water over a sugar cube into a glass of your favorite French Absinthe and release the green fairy. Rest your leather slippered feet up the faux leather ottoman you got from Target. Put your head back. Close your eyes mein Irisch Kind...
2018-04-16
1h 23
Ringside Preachers
ep73 ok to eat blood? Hell fo realz? dads and daughters, Emmaus peekaboo Jesus
"Als Gregor Samsa eines Morgens aus unruhigen Träumen erwachte, fand er sich in seinem Bett zu einem ungeheueren Ungeziefer verwandelt." -Kafka, Verwandlung. Wake up from your existential nightmare! He is risen! Like Jacob wrestling with God, Kafka wrestling with identity, this show wrestles between the sacred and profane! Hop on in the ring! Thank you to Kyle Dushane for giving us a generous sponsor for this week's episode! Looking forward to playing the game 'quite frankly' topics: 1. BLOOD - can we eat it or not because I have to start weighing my options: Juicy rare Filet Mignon or Jesus! 2. W...
2018-04-09
1h 08
Ringside Preachers
ep69 mafia movies, Why pray? AC, Trinity, St. Patrick, oscar romero rocks
A very special St. Patrick's Day edition of Ringside, starring your favorite converted pagans! Enjoy a hilarious yet deep conversation about how Mafia Movies, Oscar Romero, Martin Scorcese and prayer! It all fits together! Check us out on Facebook - ringsidepreachers. ringsidepreachers.com thejaggedword.com We are sponsored by 1517 Legacy and the thejaggedword.com topics: 1. Why are we attracted to mafia movies? Why do people join the mafia? Gang mentality, identity, purpose. Do you have a favorite mafia movie? Paul references the book Tribe, by Sebastian Junger 2.Why is praying so hard? How can we improve our prayer life? Law...
2018-03-12
1h 10
Ringside Preachers
ep68 arguing theology is good, repentance augsburg Conf., gov.and sports, living biblically
Take that ridiculous polo with your church's logo off and put on your smoking jacket and LLBean leather slippers! Treatyoself to some Ringside! It's like listening to Lynn Swann discuss ballet with Saint-Saens. The Concerned Seminarian is back. Tyler is back. Are they or are they not the same person! You decide! Check us out on Facebook - ringsidepreachers. ringsidepreachers.com thejaggedword.com TOPICS: 1. ARGUING IS GOOD FOR THE CHURCH. Stop being afraid of disagreement within the church, its healthy! take it from St. Paul. and our own Paul 2. SHOULD THE GOVERNMENT CARE ABOUT SPORTS RULES? Why is our FBI...
2018-03-05
1h 08
Ringside Preachers
ep66 why lent, deep work review, aristotilean ethics & jordan peterson, who is jesus
Join the Revolution this Lent! Make Ringside part of your podcast rotation. You won't regret it. What other podcast has its own intern! Young Sam Hess joins us while we wait for our intern to finish up at the carwash! TOPICS: 1. Why Lent? Does Lent have a good and godly purpose? Is it just vacuous tradition? Can it be abused? 2. Deep Work! Listen to a review of the fantastic book, Deep Work, by Cal Newport. Hopefully you will be encouraged to organize your time to the benefit of your study and work. 3. Aristotelian ethics, Jordan Peterson and civic righteousness. Can...
2018-02-18
55 min
Ringside Preachers
ep64 living in sin? knifesmithing & vocation josh keith, spartan sex scandal, transfiguration what?
Looking for a podcast that gives you everything in one episode: Weather, Lifestyle, Celebrity news, Political commentary, Fashion tips, the latest in Blacksmithing, Jesus, sports, and advice on dating? Well look no further! Welcome to Ringside! Sit back, crack open a Hamms, put your feet up and find meaning and purpose in this crazy world. Sorry about some parts of the podcast that do not meet our standard of quality! We have a special guest, Josh Keith, who will tell us a little about Blacksmithing and the lost art making stuff with your hands! Kids, ya don't have to go...
2018-02-05
1h 09
Ringside Preachers
ep62 live at Don Halls! the law always accuses? what do you tell someone dying? Jonah & Jesus!
Once again from the infamous Don Hall's Guesthouse in beautiful Ft. Wayne, IN, Ringside comes to you with its cup overflowing! If you like heated Bathroom floors, slightly worn 70s decor and towels that don't soak up water but instead move the water around your body while leaving a strange rash, then you will love this episode!!! While Ross Engel prepares to serve our country as a chaplain, an already accomplished chaplain, Graham Glover visits us from the Pentagon to take his comrade's place. We were also blessed with the man who works behind the scenes to make things happen...
2018-01-22
1h 11
Ringside Preachers
ep 57 Church responds to calamity, Santa is real. I have his thigh bone! John the Baptist,
Said the little girl dropped off by her grandma's boyfriend to get some government breakfast before school, "Do you hear what I hear?" Ringside! Keeping it real since 2016. This is the podcast for the working man, the tired mother, the lineman just making ends meet and the lady tending bar while her kids are with her mother. This is the podcast for the common guy who enjoys belting out Sweet Child o mine on a Friday night in unison with his buddies and for a moment forgets all his troubles. Alas all our hosts and the intern are together again...
2017-12-11
59 min
Ringside Preachers
ep 55 what do you tell someone who lost a loved one who didn't believe? Advent necessary?
So hardcore Christian we celebrate pre-advent. So faithful we tell poor old ladies, "get behind me satan! No we won't be playing any Christmas Carols during Advent." Joel, Paul and Ross are joined by Rev. Bob Hiller for some serious banter about issues you need answers to now! Tyler will be back soon! Apologize for not the best recording TOPICS: 1. What do you tell someone who lost a loved one who didn't believe in Christ? Do you give hope? Maybes? or just tell them how it is! What would you do? 2. What is the meaning of Jesus prophecy regarding Sheep...
2017-12-01
1h 00
Ringside Preachers
ep54 on the marriage of priests, its the end times, parable of talents? mission statements
"I ain't gonna work on Maggie's farm no more! well i wake up in the morning, fold my hands and pray for rain. i got a head full of ideas and they're driving me insane. It's a shame the way she makes me scrub the floor. I ain't gonna work on ...." Maggie's farm, Bob Dylan Here's a way to stick to the man! Listen to Ringside! TOPICS: ON THE MARRIAGE OF PRIESTS. What does this 16th century document citing the silliness of the Roman requirement for priests not to marry have to do with today's over sexed climate!? find out...
2017-11-20
1h 05
Ringside Preachers
ep 53 Christians & Gun Control, can christians mourn? Prayer v. action, good bourbon? victimhood?
The system is broke. The Man is AWOL. The prisoners are running the prison. And you just found out you are adopted! There is one voice to make sense of this chaos. Ringside! While you are getting ready for the apocalypse turn us on! This week: While Ross pursues his dreams of being a Disney Princess, Paul and Joel invite Cindy to fill in. Got a favorite Bourbon? Great question from one of our listeners. Our hosts give their choices topics: 1. Does the Bible offer direction on Gun Control? Should pastors talk about gun control at all? Any guidelines from...
2017-11-13
1h 01
Ringside Preachers
ep49 God hates guns? why evil? scripture alone means, when pastors should quit
Ever wonder what it would sound like if James Baldwin went to Denny's with Richard Strauss after enjoying a Siouxsee & the Banshees concert in Manchester circa 1979? Well this is as close as it gets! Before they get started the boys enjoy a game called - What Pat Said What? where they try to guess which quote belongs to which pat - pat robertson or patrick star! topics: 1. Is God for gun control? Is he against it? Does He care? 2. Why evil? After Las Vegas shooting many ask why there is evil and if there is evil why does God claim...
2017-10-09
1h 02
Ringside Preachers
ep48 taking a knee, can christians halloween? hugh hefner sucks, good sermon? small catechism
Celui que veut être jeune quand il est vieux, doit être vieux quand il est jeune. Stop watching the t.v., throw out your radio, burn your books and turn Ringside on! TOPICS: 1. What's the christian response to taking a knee. 2. Is there a point when you would take a knee during the anthem 3. Can Christians halloween 4. Hugh Hefner's dead. What did he do to America? 5. Marks of a good sermon 6. Small Catechism is simply a brilliant teaching device for the faith! music: dead bees, joel allen hess
2017-10-02
1h 08
Ringside Preachers
ep47 pastor shortage, sex ed, America First Christian? Superstitious?, Too much justification?
Climb on board, this train is bound for glory! It may be a rough ride, the company might be ragged, and your conductor might be a little rough around the edges, but we will get you where you need to go! All aboard! SPECIAL PUB EDITION. RECORDED LIVE AT FOX IN THE HOUNDS, CLAYTON, MO. We apologize if the sound is not up to the usual parlaphone quality. The content however is bar none. Also, instead of Tyler the intern and Ross, we enjoyed the company of Cindy Koch and Tim Barkett! TOPICS: 1. PASTOR SHORTAGE? Why do we need pastors...
2017-09-25
51 min
Ringside Preachers
ep41 hiroshima wrong? circumcision party? michelle carter suicide. criticize other christians ok?
We are back and better than ever! Not to drop names, but what other podcast considers the words and works of Charles Baudelaire, Robert Oppenheimer, Ludacris and St. Paul in the same episode. Yeah, and if you listen closely you'll also get a recipe for a presbyterian, nice church body but a better cocktail! Share and Subscribe my friends! topics: 1. SHOULD WE HAVE DROPPED THE BOMB ON HIROSHIMA??? We assume yes, but was it the manly thing to do? Should one fight an adversary face to face? 2. THE CIRCUMCISION PARTY! Sounds like a great party right? Who were those people...
2017-08-06
1h 08
Ringside Preachers
ep 40 jesus loves babies, roughing it, at least i'm not that guy gospel, being church outside church
100 years from now they will be listening to Ringside on Mars. Why not start now before we "sell out"! Got some great topics for your precious podcast time allotment! Ross is back too! 1. THE JOY OF THE PASTORAL VISIT! Yes that sounds awfully nerdy. give it a listen. Does your pastor visit the sick, members at home, etc.? 2. JESUS LOVES BABIES NOT BECAUSE THEY ARE CUTE AND CUDDLY - BUT HELPLESS AND COMPLETELY UNABLE TO DECIDE TO FOLLOW JESUS! 3. THE PRESS AND THOU SHALT NOT SLANDER. in the newspapers it seems everyone is guilty before they are proven innocent. Can...
2017-07-23
1h 08
Ringside Preachers
ep 35 special guest Cindy Koch on womanhood, must believe in trinity? marry the same faith?
Wow. Forgive us for losing a week. We were temporarily defeated in an existential jiujitsu match by our doppelgängers. OK, we had technological difficulties and turned it into a break. But we are back! Sorry naysayers, haters and people who watch Mad About You reruns! And we had a fantastic guest, Cindy Koch to done learn us about God's view of womanhood! We thank Burning Bush for sponsoring this week's episode! TOPICS: 1. HOW IMPORTANT IS IT TO MARRY SOMEONE OF THE SAME FAITH? Why is that a goo thing? or is it? Does it increase the success of the m...
2017-06-11
1h 05
Ringside Preachers
ep34 twin peaks, art of handshake, pentecost?, atheist or christian friends?
Sometimes a cigar is just a cigar! Sometimes a podcast isn't just a podcast! If you are tired of the same ole same ole, you have come to the right place. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride full of tears, laughter, fear and comfort. So put down your drink and buckle up! Thanks to Krogen Kutters for sponsoring this week's episode! Topics: 1. TWIN PEAKS AND JESUS! David Lynch gets the absurdity of life, the clear lines of good and evil and the mysterious sources of both. 2. ART OF THE HANDSHAKE! Nothing worse than a handshake that feels like a wet...
2017-05-29
1h 00
Ringside Preachers
ep33 suicide & grunge, learn instinct, workout!, black swan event, ascension of jesus
This ain't no conspiracy. This ain't no whispering in the dark. This is unfiltered mountain spring water that you cupped with your hands and splashed upon your leathered tan face. Take a gulp and let it run down your beard. Special guest - Michael Salminen talks about the science and importance of exercise and weight lifting. Kevin the IT guy throws out some free advice. Tyler's back! turn us on a join the party! TOPICS: 1. LEARNING INSTINCT. Good instinct can be learned from education and experience. We can even have a theological/spiritual instinct informed by God's Word. 2. WORKING OUT...
2017-05-22
1h 05
Ringside Preachers
ep32 John Milton, Church makes a difference?, can i trust the bible, worship musts
Beware, the following podcast is not for the faint of heart. It's not for people who wear pastels, eat at Tapas restaurants and talk about politics as if its an intellectual enterprise. The pedal is to the metal. The moon lights up a clear Spring night. The headlights are off. Stick your head out the window and gulp the wind. TOPICS Call in from Tyler whose at another (you guessed it) conference! 1. JOHN MILTON'S PARADISE LOST. What a great epic poem! Listen to a little bit of it and enjoy discussion about the power of the story and word choice...
2017-05-15
1h 10
Ringside Preachers
ep30 same sex infertility claim? Pastor's job description? Objectivity possible? read fiction!
If you were looking forward to a couple of guys reading from wikipedia, step away, forget you ever heard of us, and turn your Pentatonix back on. However if you're curious about whether Albert Camus would like the Smiths - we're your podcast! Great topics this week: 1. A YOUNG PASTOR'S FIRST CALL! The guys talk about their experiences at their first churches - good, bad and ugly! 2. CAN SAME SEX COUPLES CLAIM INFERTILITY? Recent story in USA Today (yes I know its not a real newspaper) interviews a same sex couple and their desire to create a kid because they...
2017-05-01
1h 06
Ringside Preachers
ep 29 early church resurrection, importance of a library, revolt - start a family,
While you wait anxiously for the results of the French presidential election, grab a taco and cervaza, throw some Mancini on in the background and turn up the Ringside! Topics: 1. MODERNISTS USING OLD ARGUMENTS AGAINST THE RESURRECTION. episcopal priest critiques the belief in the resurrection in the detroit free press. It reads like a SNL skit but i think he is actually serious ha 2. UMBERTO ECO AND THE IMPORTANCE OF THE LIBRARY! Do you have a home library? Do you add to it and see it as important? Do you have more unread than read books? 3. WAS THOMAS THE ONLY...
2017-04-24
1h 05
Ringside Preachers
ep 28 Easter special! Did Jesus really rise? United jackboot thugs? Easter & baptism? Evil & ed.?
Wake up the kids! Shake your fists! Grab your girl and spin her around! Christ is risen. Death is conquered. Sins forgiven. Stop being afraid. Step forward. The preachers throw some subjects around the ring. Have a listen and tell us what ya think. plus a great commercial for United Ushering Service hmmm. topics: 1. DO YOU HAVE TO BELIEVE IN THE PHYSICAL RESURRECTION TO BE A CHRISTIAN? Can you just believe it happened existentially or spiritually? 2. WHO WAS RIGHT on UNITED AIRLINES? the passenger, the company? Where are all the real men? Where are the heroes who give up their...
2017-04-17
1h 01
Ringside Preachers
ep 26 Is healthcare a right? words >pictures? forgiving oneself? too many books
They say that art is dead! They're right! But we ain't! Turn ringside on and turn everything else off! Our hosts tackle a variety of issues with the finesse of a moose in a precious moments museum. Great commercial from PrayerCare an insurance plan brought to you by the church of christian scientists Topics: 1. A WORD IS WORTH A THOUSAND PICTURES -Joel Hess. Words convey far more meaning that pictures. God uses words when He could have used something else. 2. WHY DONT THE GOSPEL WRITERS GIVE US DETAILS OF CRUCIFIXION? Was it because they assumed their audience was familiar with...
2017-04-03
1h 03
Ringside Preachers
ep 25! loneliness is killing men, God reigns in 2 ways? donatism yeah! Robert Peace
We know a guy who knows a guy who knows a guy who rose from the dead! Want to know more about the REAL historical Jesus? check out these tragically hip DJs' take on all sorts of topics! Gather the family around the radio, call grandma. we are on in 3-2-1- topics: 1. GOD HAS TWO KINGDOMS? Its important to make a distinction when talking about the responsibilities of people or entities. Should the government do what churches do? vice versa? 2. SMELLS LIKE TEEN SPIRIT! Is it healthy for people to get excited about their school? is it petty...
2017-03-26
1h 05
Ringside Preachers
ep 22 Kevin the I.T. guy! Lectio Divina=lazy bible study? why satan? play an instrument!
Pope Francis gives us 3 out of 5 stars! If you listened to the Dave Matthews band in college you are going to hate this! Turn off your social media, turn on your Ringside! The preacher men hammer down sundry topics. They also get a visit from Kevin the IT from his hidden corner in the warehouse! give it a listen and tell your friends! subscribe!!! topics: 1. When did you first realize that salvation was a complete gift of God free of charge? 2. Everyone should learn an instrument, your voice included! 3. Is Lectio Divina just lazy bible study? 4. Why did God allow...
2017-03-06
00 min
Ringside Preachers
ep 16 live at Don Hall's Lounge! Do babies believe? Should pastors go to school? eleanor wrong?
Banned in North Korea, Lichtenstein, and the indigenous Ichoteby tribes of the remote edges of the Andes, Ringside will not be denied! Enjoy a great episode recorded at Don Hall's lounge in Ft Wayne! It's like you're right there with a Negroni in your hand! Our usual hosts , Ross Engel, Paul Koch and Joel A Hess are joined by Pastors Tim Barkett and David Rufner! Topics include: why seminary? Do babies always believe right after baptism? Eleanor Roosevelt was wrong about small and big minds! Pastor Rufner updates us on Haiti. Pastor Barkett tells about his experience as a cop...
2017-01-23
55 min
Ringside Preachers
episode 9: women like men who fix things, Christmas isn't pagan so what?, filter the filterers!
This is what it sounds like in outer space: episode 9 chock full of goodies - national religion good? women like men who fix stuff, why advent? stop complaining about commercialization of christmas, Christmas was never a pagan holiday and if it what who cares, christmas carols during advent pshhh! teaching kids to filter is first task of education! Music: i love my man - dead bees records, christmas pt. 2 - joel allen hess
2016-11-28
52 min
Ringside Preachers
episode 8: Fake news, Jesus didn't go anywhere, Steve Bannon and Leonard Cohen's worldview!
Ever wonder what would happen if you talked with Einstein while walking on a train going 90 mph while the earth spun on its axis while circling the sun. exactly! Enjoy 3 rough and tough preachers talk about God, politics, music and what have ya. music: killer bees music - i love my man, joel allen hess - broken
2016-11-21
53 min
Ringside Preachers
episode 7: election special! Franklin Graham needs to stop, why Trump? Millenials and losing
3 preachers talk Christ and modern day issues with vigor and humor! you will be enriched or your money back! ELECTION SPECIAL! Why trump? the Doctrine of Election, Why not Hilary? Franklin Graham has to stop! What do real live millenials think? we got one! The END TIMES aghhhh!? Race and the election! Music: intro - dead bees, I love my man. end - Joel Allen Hess, I'm falling away cover art: Hess - nuclear trump
2016-11-14
54 min
Ringside Preachers
episode 4 Andy Warhol's Christianity to Cremation out of control
Entertaining and Engaging theology with 3 preachers thinking through Culture and God's Word. This weeks episode: Andy Warhol, Is it it a sin not to work out?, Can Christians use profanity?, Should my kid go to a Christian College, cremation, how and how not to prepare for communion, why do teenagers dictate what's cool!!!? intro music - THE DEAD BEES - i love my man, outro - Joel Allen Hess - sons
2016-10-24
45 min