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Now displaying: March, 2020
Mar 29, 2020

As the nation struggles on through the Coronavirus pandemic, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett continue their discussion on how we, as Christians, evaluate the decisions made by our public officials in light of the second great commandment [Matt. 22:39].

Listen for part one of this discussion in episode 212!

Reformation Gun Club members will be able to hear both episodes together in one show this week.

Timestamps

  • [0:00] - Blooper
  • [0:49] - Show Open
  • [1:02] - Welcome
  • [1:37] - Introducing today's topic
  • [3:06] - Thanking our Patrons
  • [5:01] - Discussion begins
  • [5:27] - Releasing jail inmates to prevent spread of the virus
  • [10:54] - Sheriff asks officers to use judgement when deciding who to arrest
  • [15:37] - Lansing PD will not respond to certain 911 calls
  • [21:24] - San Francisco citizens ordered to shelter-in-place
  • [23:34] - Banning the sale of guns and ammo
  • [28:09] - Banning church services
  • [32:00] - Wrapping up and final thoughts
  • [32:51] - Show close

Prayer of the Week

Merciful Father, look with compassion upon our world. In the midst of fear brought about by the present epidemic, grant Your people comfort and assurance that You are in control of all things. Through this pestilence we pray that you would turn hearts toward You in repentance. We lift up to you all whose vocations place them in service to those who have been infected. Grant Your protection to our health care workers as they serve as Your hands of mercy to the afflicted. Be with all who are working tirelessly to develop a vaccine, that You would guide their work and grant them success in their efforts. Be with all who have contracted this virus, that You would comfort them in their hour of need. Safeguard us, our loved ones, and all who cry to You, that we may be defended from infection; and set our hearts at ease, that we may find in You an answer to all our fears. This we pray through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

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The links above which are indicated with an asterisk (*) are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. Please understand that I have experience with all of these items, and I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because of the small commissions I make if you decide to buy something. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you.

Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Mar 22, 2020

As the nation grinds to a halt as a result of the various government responses to the Coronavirus pandemic, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett consider how do we, as Christians evaluate the decisions made by our public officials in light of the second great commandment [Matt. 22:39]. Are these responses showing love for our neighbors or are they knee-jerk reactions that do more harm than good?

Listen for part two of this discussion in episode 213!

Reformation Gun Club members will be able to hear both episodes together in one show this week.

Timestamps

  • [0:00] - Blooper
  • [0:32] - Show Open
  • [0:46] - Welcome
  • [1:11] - Introducing today's topic
  • [2:28] - Thanking our Patrons
  • [3:54] - Discussion begins
  • [5:20] - Luther on Good Government
  • [6:40] - Thoughts on China's role
  • [9:09] - The problem of government dictats
  • [11:04] - Specific government responses
  • [11:14] - Closing public schools
  • [13:24] - The South Korean approach
  • [14:32] - Stupid reactions by the public
  • [18:30] - Pastoral Prepping tips
  • [20:06] - Love your neighbor by isolating yourself
  • [22:25] - Banning large public gatherings
  • [25:59] - Ordering the closure of businesses
  • [31:22] - Law Enforcement threatening businesses
  • [33:44] - Man in Kentucky under House Arrest
  • [35:36] - Wrapping up and final thoughts
  • [36:30] - Show close

Prayer of the Week

Merciful Father, look with compassion upon our world. In the midst of fear brought about by the present epidemic, grant Your people comfort and assurance that You are in control of all things. Through this pestilence we pray that you would turn hearts toward You in repentance. We lift up to you all whose vocations place them in service to those who have been infected. Grant Your protection to our health care workers as they serve as Your hands of mercy to the afflicted. Be with all who are working tirelessly to develop a vaccine, that You would guide their work and grant them success in their efforts. Be with all who have contracted this virus, that You would comfort them in their hour of need. Safeguard us, our loved ones, and all who cry to You, that we may be defended from infection; and set our hearts at ease, that we may find in You an answer to all our fears. This we pray through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio

Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below.

Get in Touch

Disclaimer

The links above which are indicated with an asterisk (*) are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. Please understand that I have experience with all of these items, and I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because of the small commissions I make if you decide to buy something. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you.

Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Mar 15, 2020

On this week's variety show, Lloyd shares his thoughts on the COVID-19 pandemic, Mia shares her thoughts about an abortion court case and hunters with special needs, Sgt. Bill is training with optics-ready pistols, and Pastor Bennett discusses common concerns about going to church and taking Communion during this virus scare. 

Segments

  • 0:00 - Blooper
  • 0:21 - Opening and welcome
  • 1:46 - Thanks to our Patrons
  • 3:35 - Commentary on Coronavirus Pandemic
  • 17:24 - Mia's Motivations with Mia Anstine
  • 25:02 - Ballistic Minute(s) with Sgt. Bill 
  • 32:02 - Pastoral Pontifications with Pastor John Bennett
  • 45:50 - Close

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Prayer of the Week

We implore You, almighty and merciful Father, to look upon the hearty desires of Your humble servants and stretch forth the right hand of Your majesty to be our defense against all our enemies; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio

Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below.

Get in Touch

Disclaimer

The links above which are indicated with an asterisk (*) are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. Please understand that I have experience with all of these items, and I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because of the small commissions I make if you decide to buy something. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you.

Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Mar 8, 2020

Persecution is mentioned over 70 times in the Bible. Many anti-gun Christians argue that since the Bible calls on us to suffer persecution and to love our enemies, we should not resist the violent criminal with a firearm. If you've heard this argument but don't know how to counter it or if it sounds reasonable but you're just not sure, Lloyd and Pastor Bennett discuss the distinctions between different kinds of persecution and what makes persecution different from violent crime.

Timestamps

  • [0:00] - Blooper
  • [0:19] - Show Open
  • [0:31] - Welcome
  • [1:19] - Introducing today's topic
  • [2:28] - Thank you Patrons
  • [3:28] - What was Persecution in the first century AD?
  • [6:00] - Reading from Gospel of John 16
  • [6:35] - Reading from 2 Corinthians 6
  • [7:30] - Submission to Authority
  • [9:30] - Contrast with violent crime
  • [10:30] - Why the disciples and martyrs did not resist
  • [11:23] - Resisting the government
  • [12:55] - Reading from Romans 13:2-3
  • [13:35] - The obligation to defend your neighbor
  • [15:15] - The example of Dietrich Bonheoffer
  • [17:54] - A gun control thought experiment
  • [19:54] - Persecution in foreign countries
  • [22:00] - Why are we to submit to persecution?
  • [25:03] - The distinction between terrorism and governments
  • [26:16] - When terrorists target Christians
  • [27:32] - Romans 13 and resisting tyranny
  • [30:41] - Addressing the argument
  • [34:30] - Key distinctions
  • [36:36] - Wrapping up and final thoughts
  • [38:25] - Show close

Prayer of the Week

O God, our heavenly Father, seeing that of ourselves we have no strength, keep us both outwardly and inwardly that we may be defended from all adversities that may happen to the body and from all evil thoughts that may assault and hurt the soul; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio

Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below.

Get in Touch

Disclaimer

The links above which are indicated with an asterisk (*) are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. Please understand that I have experience with all of these items, and I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because of the small commissions I make if you decide to buy something. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you.

Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

Mar 2, 2020

Sgt. Bill continues his review of Dillon reloading press add-ons and upgrades, Mia is on the road again reviewing a scary situation in a New Mexico truck stop, and Pastor Bennett has a sobering segment about keeping your kids safe from social media predators. 

Segments

  • 0:00 - Blooper
  • 0:31 - Opening and welcome
  • 5:14 - Ballistic Minute(s) with Sgt. Bill 
  • 22:10 - Mia's Motivations
  • 33:27 - Pastoral Pontifications
  • 43:45 - Close

Meet the Cast

Links of Interest

Prayer of the Week

O Lord, mercifully hear our prayer and stretch forth the right hand of Your majesty to defend us from those who rise up against us; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Use these Links to Support Armed Lutheran Radio

Armed Lutheran Radio is a listener-supported podcast. If you value the information and entertainment we provide, consider supporting the show by joining our membership site, or shopping at your favorite online stores using the links below.

Get in Touch

Disclaimer

The links above which are indicated with an asterisk (*) are affiliate links, which means that if you choose to make a purchase, I will earn a commission. This commission comes at no additional cost to you. Please understand that I have experience with all of these items, and I recommend them because they are helpful and useful, not because of the small commissions I make if you decide to buy something. Please do not spend any money on these products unless you feel you need them or that they will help you.

Keep Shooting, Keep Praying, We'll Talk to you Next time!

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