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Apology Of the Augsburg Confession
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Study the Lutheran Confession of Faith found in the Book of Concord with lively discussions led by host Rev. Brady Finnern, President of the LCMS Minnesota North District, and guest LCMS pastors. Join us as these Christ-confessing Concordians read through and discuss our Lutheran doctrine in the Book of Concord in order to gain a deeper understanding of our Lutheran faith and practical application... more

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Original sin is not a minor blemish. We don’t possess even a spark of good. Even when sin is not public, the corruption of our nature remains. Like a terminal disease, original sin cannot be removed by human effort. We must carefully distinguish huma... more

Jesus is NOT sin incarnate. God creates; Satan corrupts. Jesus is the image of the invisible God. When Christ took on our nature, He did so without sin. Although we are new creations in Christ, our corruption is not minor. Our corruption is so deep w... more

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Original sin is the deep and thorough corruption of our human nature which requires God Himself to overcome for our salvation. The Concordians were careful to teach that original sin was not the essence of a person; if that were the case, God would b... more

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The sole source of doctrine and hope for the Church is Scripture—and Scripture alone. Yet the Church has also received written symbols, not equal to Scripture, but given for faithful confession: to reject heresy and to present a clear proclamation of... more

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Recent Guests

Christian Einertson
Reverend Dr. of Trinity Lutheran Church in Farmington, Minnesota
Trinity Lutheran Church, Farmington, MN
Episode: Power and Primacy of the Pope: Review
David Boisclair
Pastor, Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Overland, Missouri
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church, Overland, Missouri
Episode: Power and Primacy of the Pope, Part 7 (#60-67)
Sarah Gulseth
Digital Media Manager for KFUO Radio; co-host of Lutheran Ladies Lounge
KFUO Radio
Episode: Sharathon 2026: The Book of Concord with the Lutheran Ladies Lounge
Erin Alter
Co-host of Lutheran Ladies Lounge; background in pastoral and church work
Lutheran Ladies Lounge
Episode: Sharathon 2026: The Book of Concord with the Lutheran Ladies Lounge
Rachel Bomberger
Co-host of Lutheran Ladies Lounge; editor and church worker
Lutheran Ladies Lounge
Episode: Sharathon 2026: The Book of Concord with the Lutheran Ladies Lounge
Jason Lane
Reverend Dr., Associate Professor of Historical Theology at Concordia Seminary in St. Louis
Concordia Seminary
Episode: Power and Primacy of the Pope, Part 3 (#12-21)
Mark Bestul
Pastor at Calvary Lutheran Church in Elgin, Illinois
Calvary Lutheran Church, Elgin, Illinois
Episode: The Large Catechism: Sacrament of the Altar, Part 4
James Lee
Associate Professor of Theology at Concordia University Chicago
Concordia University Chicago
Episode: The Large Catechism: Sacrament of the Altar, Part 1
Daniel Lewis
Assistant Professor of Theology at Concordia University in Seward, Nebraska
Concordia University, Seward
Episode: Large Catechism: Holy Baptism, Part 4

Host

Brady Finnern
Host of Concord Matters, President of the LCMS Minnesota North District; LCMS pastor and church leader

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 124 ratings
  • They Don’t Actually Respond to Emails from Listeners

    I have just finished listening to their series on The Power & Primacy of the Book and every episode’s introduction includes an email address to send questions or concerns to. I have now made four attempts to contact someone with no response, no auto-reply, nada. I found their comments confusing in some places and unfair characterizations of Catholic teaching in others and am disappointed to have tough luck finding someone who’ll engage in conversation.

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    giannaslily412
    United States3 months ago
  • The best understanding of the Bible.

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    tom
    a year ago
  • Beautiful

    I can’t tell you how much I have enjoyed this program! Absolutely love it! Thank you!!

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    Stenobabe
    United States3 years ago
  • Love This Program

    This program has been a tremendous blessing to me in my Christian faith. It allows me to launder the false doctrines that I hear from others throughout the week. Thank you Concorde matters and all the hosts over the years you have shared their time and talent show that we fellow believers and be built up in our faith!

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    Hands on the whe
    United States3 years ago
  • Augsburg #27

    I heartily disagree with Pastor Flamme on his portrayal of the Sons of Solomon. Based on his invective, we shouldn’t pray the Psalter each day - much less morning and evening. Legalism perhaps?

    By any chance, did he reach out to Pastor Fisk directly about his concerns FIRST? You know, brother to brother instead of relaying gossip. So disappointed!

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    A R L C 56
    United States4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Clear explanations of confessions; good for catechesis and study groups.
Strong host presence and thoughtful guests, though some historical episodes spark disagreement.
Excellent for learning about church governance and ordination from a confessional LCMS perspective.
Some listeners want more engagement with challenging questions from outside LCMS.
Engaging, theology-rich discussions that stay practical for ministry.

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The Formula of Concord: Epitome, Article 1: Original Sin (#1-4)
Q: Pastor, how do we begin to articulate the distinction between man's nature and original sin without slipping into overstatement?
We must maintain the distinction with great care, using careful theological language to affirm that while human beings remain God's creatures, original sin is a corruption that affects our entire nature and cannot be equated with the essence of humanity.
Development of the Formula of Concord
Q: Can you give us a feel for the people involved who led to the Form of Concord?
The discussion highlights leaders like Jakob Andrea and Martin Chemnitz as central figures whose work—through sermons, writings, and organizational leadership—helped forge a unified confession amid regional rivalries and doctrinal disputes.
Is the Book of Concord Even Practical?
Q: Is the Book of Concord still practical today and why?
Yes, it is practical because every part—from the Small and Large Catechisms to the Augsburg Confession, its Apology, and the Formula of Concord—offers clear, applicable guidance for daily life, worship, parenting, and pastoral work, all grounded in Scripture and the living confession of the Church.
Power and Primacy of the Pope, Part 9 (#79-82 – Subscribers of the Treatise)
Q: Pastor Boisclair, can you summarize why the subscribers to the Treatise were important for understanding Lutheran ecclesiology?
The subscribers demonstrate a consensus among reform-minded pastors about the proper authority of the church, the order of ministry, and the priority of scriptural truth over papal jurisdiction, which laid the groundwork for how the LCMS approaches ordination and church governance.
Power and Primacy of the Pope, Part 7 (#60-67)
Q: Pastor, give us your first thoughts as it speaks about the case of necessity.
This extraordinary case underscores that baptism and absolution belong to the ordinary ministry, yet in extreme circumstances, the church recognizes that a layperson may perform absolution; however, this is not a norm and should not redefine the regular practice of ordained ministry.

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A thoughtful deep-dive into Lutheran confessional writings, especially the Book of Concord, with host-led discussions and guest pastors and scholars. Episodes explore how confessional theology informs church practice, vocations, and daily life, balancing historical context with practical application for listeners in ministry, education, and family life. Noteworthy aspects include clear explanations of confessional topics, a strong emphasis on gospel-centered ministry, and guests who bring both scholarly insight and pastoral experience for concrete guidance.

Overall, it's likely to appeal to those who want to understand confessional Lutheran theology, hear pastoral perspectives, and connect doctrinal teaching to everyday church and family s... more

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