On The Line
Bryan SteckerOTL is the Lutheran, Long-Form podcast that engages Theology and Culture. New Episodes Every Monday!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 123 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualityChristianity | |||
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Join us at the long table as we sit down with Pastor David Ramirez to discuss generational fracture, family formation, and the real opportunity before the Church today. Why do older and younger generations increasingly struggle to understand one anot... more
Join us at the long table as we sit down with Dr. Christian Einertson for part two of our conversation on the Formula of Concord, Lutheran identity, sanctification, pietism, and the question of adiaphora. When does Lutheranism stop sounding like Luth... more
Join us at the long table as we sit down with Dr. Christian Einertson to talk about catechesis, virtue, the Small Catechism, and the Lutheran logic of law, gospel, and good works. How is the Christian faith actually formed in people over time? Why do... more
Join us at the long table as we sit down with Pastor Josh Raber to talk about campus ministry, catechesis, biblical interpretation, and the hunger young Christians still have for serious theology. Why are so many people drawn to the Bible’s deeper pa... more
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- So heavenly minded, it’s (nearly) of no earthly use.
I’m very liturgically motivated. I love my hymnal, love Tradition etc. but in all honesty, many of the guests on this show are teetering on idolatry, often suggesting that these aren’t merely wise customs, but rather necessary rules and doctrines- and that if we only started doing Latin mass, or had more icons or started celebrating Sexigesma Sunday “the way the church fathers did” (or something) then our churches would be PACKED and all our problems would simply go away.
There are indeed GEMS... more
Apple Podcasts2Fassett12
United States2 months ago - My Favorite Podcast!
Aside from the day(s) I get to go to church, the day the weekly OTL episode posts is the best day of the week 😂👌
I have been Lutheran my whole life but am new to the LCMS; this podcast is scratching my itch both to learn more about the people who make up my church body and to regularly contemplate the Lutheran confessions and other relevant topics.
Plus it is great to have high quality, solid, authoritative content to share with nonlutheran friends when they are wondering what I believe/why... more
Apple Podcasts5MakeMementoForWomenUnited States4 months ago - For Young Lutherans, Too
As a Lutheran student in high school, I appreciate hearing about the Lutheran difference in a town of mostly evangelicals. OTL has helped me develop my faith and has led me to pursue being a deaconess!
Apple Podcasts5Nickname02@United States5 months ago - Based
One of my favorite podcasts to listen to! Got Mit Uns!
Apple Podcasts5Aaron1483United States6 months ago Great
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What is On The Line about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This program centers on long-form conversations that fuse Lutheran theology with culture, education, and public life. Episodes commonly explore confessional theology, means of grace, catechesis, and how faith shapes family, education, and social ethics. Guests range from seminary educators and pastors to lay leaders discussing topics like vocation, church renewal in modern societies, biblical interpretation, and Christian perspectives on economics, secularism, and modern culture. The format favors deep, nuanced dialogue with an emphasis on practical application of doctrinal insights to everyday life, campus ministry, and community leadership. A notable strength is its willingness to host a wide spectrum of Lutheran thought—from confessional... more
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On The Line launched 3 years ago and published 123 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on On The Line include:
1. Christian Einertson
2. Josh Raber
3. Geoffrey Boyle
4. Eric Bednash
5. Scott Keith
6. Dr. John Rasmussen
7. Bishop Torkild Masvie
8. Tracy Rugg
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