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Gird Up! Podcast

Gird Up! Podcast
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An unapologetically Lutheran voice for the ordinary Christian.

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Latest Episodes

What happens when someone you dearly love tells you they identify as transgender? How do we balance unyielding Scriptural truth with genuine Christlike love, and where does Sunday worship fit into it all?

In this episode, Charlie Ungemach sits down ... more

In a digital landscape filled with generic spiritual advice and performance-driven theology, young Christians need a reliable foundation anchored in God’s Word. In this episode, host Charlie Ungemach sits down with Grace Ungemach and Cameron Schroede... more

What happens when the bedrock of your faith feels like it’s slipping away? Can you still call yourself a Christian when you are plagued by deep, recurring doubts about the resurrection of Jesus?

In a world that treats doubt either as an unpardonable... more

Church planting sounds romantic in synodical reports, but what does it look like when the hype wears off and you're the one setting up chairs? This week, Charlie sits down with Mara Rugen—digital creator, Idaho church planter, and Lutheran laywoman. ... more

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Recent Guests

Josh Rathje
Pastor, Crown of Life Lutheran Church, Fort Myers, Florida
Crown of Life Lutheran Church
Episode: 1091 - When a Loved One Comes Out, Church Culture Hot Takes, and the Means of Grace
Mike Cherney
Pastor, Truth and Love Ministries, El Paso, Texas
Truth and Love Ministries
Episode: 1091 - When a Loved One Comes Out, Church Culture Hot Takes, and the Means of Grace
Cameron Schroeder
Senior at Wisconsin Lutheran Seminary; co-creator of Open Book
Open Book / Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod
Episode: 1090 - Grounded in Scripture: Unlocking Confessional Lutheran Truth with the Open Book App
Mara Rugen
Lutheran laywoman, digital creator, founder of Into the World
Christ Alone Lutheran Church, Ammon, Idaho; Into the World
Episode: 1088 | Can a Layperson Stand in the Gap? Church Planting & Digital Discipleship with Mara Rugen
Chris Pflughoeft
Pastor at Grace Lutheran Church, Yorba Linda, California; co-host of Double Portion podcast
Grace Lutheran Church, Yorba Linda; Double Portion podcast
Episode: 1087 | Politics, Mammon, and the Two Kingdoms with the Pflughoeft Boys
Tony Pflughoeft
Pastor at Christ the Vine, Temecula, California; co-host of Double Portion podcast
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Episode: 1087 | Politics, Mammon, and the Two Kingdoms with the Pflughoeft Boys
Jonny Lehmann
Pastor from Divine Savior Church, West Palm Beach, Florida
Divine Savior Church, West Palm Beach, Florida
Episode: 1086 | More Joy Than Guilt: Dismantling Purity Culture with Christ with Jonny Lehmann and Isaac Hayes
Isaac Hayes
Pastor from Divine Savior Church, West Palm Beach, Florida
Divine Savior Church, West Palm Beach, Florida
Episode: 1086 | More Joy Than Guilt: Dismantling Purity Culture with Christ with Jonny Lehmann and Isaac Hayes
Chad Bird
Scholar in residence at 1517; host of the 40 Minutes in the Old Testament podcast; author of Hitchhiking with the Prophets and Untamed Prayers
1517 / Author
Episode: 1084 - Chad Bird | Finding Christ in the Old Testament

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Charlie Ungemach
Host of the show and founder; guides discussion with doctrinal clarity and pastoral insight

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 78 ratings
  • So so so cool

    I wish this guy would be better😂😂😂😂🤣😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂🔥🔥🔥🔥😍😍😩😩😔😔😆😍😁😄🥲😁

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    imsososocool123
    United States6 years ago
  • Faith building content!

    Thank you for this podcast. Charlie provides apt and relevant perspective for men looking to strengthen their faith.

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    Jfryason
    United States6 years ago
  • Great men are made in Christ, not born in to greatness

    New to the podcast, but it’s already clear this is a quality daily listen! Being all I can be as a man in many different callings from husband to friend and on comes from investing the time in the word and asking for the blessing from God. This podcast is going to help keep me on track to continue to pursue a more Christ-like life. The best man to ever live. Thanks Gird Up!

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    BossManZas
    United States7 years ago
  • Girls can listen, too ;)

    I listen to this as a Lutheran Woman just to hear the stories and perspectives that it offers. Some episodes are worth listening to over and over, some are just fun conversations.

    Love the mission of sharing Christian men’s perspectives for boys/Teens/young adults, but I like listening, too!

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    wifeofchesterfanofcharlie
    United States7 years ago
  • A sorely needed lesson

    This Podcast is a wonderful message to men and boys about how to be a good and strong man. It also reminds you that that is ok to be those things. It’s been so long since men and boys have been told anything good about themselves, or have been shown anything other than contempt for being who they were born to be. Gird Up is a daily listen of mine and thanks to Charlie for the work he and his folks are doing.

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    DJEarlJones
    United States7 years ago

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Listeners appreciate candid discussions on tough topics from a confessional Lutheran perspective
Insightful faith-based leadership and practical ministry tips
The blend of theology with digital ministry and camp leadership is particularly helpful for church leaders and volunteers

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

1091 - When a Loved One Comes Out, Church Culture Hot Takes, and the Means of Grace
Q: How should a Christian respond when a loved one comes out as transgender?
Lead with Christian love, ask questions to understand, listen deeply, and stay in relationship while gently sharing biblical truth; avoid quick judgments or assuming mental illness, and emphasize that identity is anchored in Christ and the gospel.
1091 - When a Loved One Comes Out, Church Culture Hot Takes, and the Means of Grace
Q: What is Luther saying about forgiveness and the church outside the means of grace?
The quote emphasizes that forgiveness and holiness come through the church's proclamation of the gospel and the means of grace; outside that context, forgiveness is not guaranteed, but within the church, believers are cleansed and made holy through faith in Christ.
1087 | Politics, Mammon, and the Two Kingdoms with the Pflughoeft Boys
Q: What should be the balance between civil authority and Christian freedom in American life?
Christians should honor civil authorities while recognizing the gray areas and not equating political mandates with divine mandates; there is responsibility to participate in governance but with humility and a focus on gospel-centered living.
1087 | Politics, Mammon, and the Two Kingdoms with the Pflughoeft Boys
Q: Why is the church so divided on politics when we're supposed to be one in Christ?
The guests suggest that division reflects broader societal polarization, the role of social media in echo chambers, and differing convictions about how to apply Scripture to public life; there is room for diverse Christian perspectives, and unity in faith doesn't require uniform political agreement, but rather dialogue rooted in Scripture and repentance.
1088 | Can a Layperson Stand in the Gap? Church Planting & Digital Discipleship with Mara Rugen
Q: What encouragement would Mara give to a young woman wanting to be involved in church work but not wanting to teach?
Find a space to contribute that fits your gifts and context, especially in a growing church where there is room to innovate and start new things rather than waiting for a perfect plan.

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A Lutheran-focused show that centers on confessional theology, practical ministry, and everyday faith in a modern world. Episodes frequently feature pastors, seminary-influenced guests, and educators discussing topics like doubt, digital ministry, vocation, mental health, sexuality ethics, youth ministry, and cultivating a Christ-centered culture. A standout trait is the explicit integration of Lutherans' confessional framework with contemporary life, including digital outreach projects and camp/ministry leadership, making it particularly helpful for church leaders, aspiring pastors, and lay Christians seeking actionable guidance grounded in gospel clarity.

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Recent guests on Gird Up! Podcast include:

1. Josh Rathje
2. Mike Cherney
3. Cameron Schroeder
4. Mara Rugen
5. Chris Pflughoeft
6. Tony Pflughoeft
7. Jonny Lehmann
8. Isaac Hayes

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