
Welcome to Banned Books, where we read and converse with the rebel children, the holy mischief-makers of God, who fight against the kind of useless religious, spiritual, and moral methods of life improvement that seeks to smother the glory of God in Jesus Christ. We want to introduce you to those who forgot everything except Jesus Christ and him crucified. We all struggle with fear of being last, ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 466 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualityChristianitySpirituality | |||

Pretty Girls Make Graves.
In this episode, we sit with Flannery O'Connor's introduction to A Memoir of Mary Ann, A memoir of a little girl who lived for 12 years at the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Cancer Home in Atlanta, Georgia. Written by the nuns... more
We're in This Together.
In this episode, we sit with Bo Giertz and read his open letter to the churches — A Shepherd's Letter. As translator, Bror Erickson says of the opening section (we read on the show), "Crises and Sources of Strength": "Christ... more
With Arms Wide Open!
In this episode, on the eve of Trinity Sunday, we sit with Carl Trueman's essay, "The Value and Role of Creeds and Confession." Is there any usefulness of Creeds and Confessions at present? Are they important as historic docume... more
The Mosaic Word.
In this episode, we sit with Michael Heiser's book, The Unseen Realm, on reading the Bible. What are the rules of engagement when one reads Scripture? What filters do we apply to the biblical texts, and are they helpful or do they ... more
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A provocative, theology-forward discussion show that reads and debates canonical and historical Christian authors, often through a confessional Lutheran lens. Episodes blend literary critique, biblical interpretation, and cultural commentary, with frequent focus on church history, liturgy, and how ideas from philosophy and literature illuminate faith. Listeners can expect warm banter, rigorous argument, and a willingness to tackle controversial topics with humor and grace. Notable strengths include a clear confessional stance, deep engagement with classic Christian authors, and a knack for making complex ideas accessible without sacrificing doctrinal clarity.
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7. Cindy Koch
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