Cross Defense

Challenge your theological synapses with Rev. Tyrel Bramwell, Pastor of St. Mark Lutheran Church in Ferndale, CA, as he examines curious topics to excite the imagination, equip the mind, and comfort the soul with God’s ordering of the world in the Law and Gospel.

Show Time: Saturdays at 11:00 – 12:00 p.m. Central Time
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Cross Defense — 3 Reasons Lutherans shouldn’t become Romans Catholic or Eastern Orthodox

Hear three pieces of advice Rev. Marcus Williams has for Lutherans who may be considering converting to Roman Catholicism or Eastern Orthodoxy.

Cross Defense — Interview with an Abortion Abolitionist

Pastor Bramwell sits down with T. Russel Hunter, the founder of Abolitionists Rising, to learn more about what an abortion abolitionist is and what the distinction is between them and advocates of the Pro-Life Movement.

Cross Defense — Blessing Homosexual Couples: The Pope Says It’s Okay

Pope Francis approved Fiducia Supplicans allowing priests to bless same-sex couples.

Cross Defense — Christ Comforts the Conscience (Rebroadcast)

How does the Law serve the Christian? Does the Gospel mean the Law is useless for believers?

Cross Defense — You’re a Christian, Not a D.I.N.K.

Dual Income, No Kids (DINKS) is the new term for married or cohabiting couples who choose selfishness over having kids.

Cross Defense — Contraception and a Pre-1960s America

What do Republican and Democrat party platforms say about abortion and contraception?

Cross Defense — Rev. Walther on the Pastoral Office

What sets the pastoral office apart from lay leader offices?

Cross Defense — The Christian Man in the Arena

We hear a bunch of dead theologians and one dead president talk to us about what it means to be a man in the arena.

Cross Defense — Postmillennialism is Psychotic

A postmillennial listener suggests we read 1 Thessalonians 5:4 in light of other Scripture passages, which is always a good idea.

Cross Defense — The Problem with Poop Brownies is the Poop

Rev. C.F.W. Walther encourages us to flee from false teachers.