Law and Gospel

Pastor Tom Baker discusses theological distinctions between Law & Gospel on different topics, including weekly lectionary, hymns, daily news, and current events. He responds to listener emails each Friday on “Open Mic Friday.” Listeners may email questions to lawandgospel@lawandgospel101.com.

Law and Gospel is independently produced by Pastor Tom Baker. Views and opinions expressed on this program may not represent the official position of the management or ownership of KFUO Radio, The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. To contact Pastor Tom Baker, email lawandgospel@lawandgospel101.com.

Show Time: Monday-Friday at 9:30 a.m. Central Time
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Law and Gospel – 5th sunday of Lent, Obey the Law, Three Parts of Law

(1) 5th Sunday in Lent: Romans 8:3. (2) We are weak to obey the Law. (3) How did God save us? (4) Three parts of the Law.

Law and Gospel – Open Mike, Criticism, Adam

(1) Open Mike. (2) Criticism about not understanding Lutheran doctrine of good works. (3) Caller: Matthew 11:28-30. (4) Caller: Adam was lost?

Law and Gospel – Ruminations, O’Reilly’s “Killing Jesus”

(1) Ruminations with Wes Reimnitz. (2) O’Reilly on “Killing Jesus.” (3) Caller: O’Reilly did not write for the sake of the Gospel; Loved yesterday’s hymn.

Law and Gospel – Ruminations, Hymn Analysis, Bill O’Reilly’s books

(1) Ruminations with Mark Smith. (2) Hymn: God Loved The World. (3) Caller: O’Reilly’s first two books were good. (4) Caller: O’Reilly has wrong theology.

Law and Gospel – Annunciation, Hobby Lobby, Two Kingdoms

(1) Annunciation of our Lord. (2) President Harrison’s statement on the Supreme Court and Hobby Lobby. (3) Two Kingdoms.

Law and Gospel – 4th Sunday of Lent, Brain Games, Blindness,

(1) 4th Sunday in Lent: Isaiah 42:20. (2) See but do not observe; listen but do not hear. (3) Brain Games on TV. (4) Caller: Did God make anyone blind? (5) Caller: You always make clear the Christian perspective.

Law and Gospel – Open Mike, Corban

(1) Open Mike. (2) What is the meaning of Corban? (3) Caller: Matthew 13:13-15. (4) Caller: Pledge a percentage rather than an amount.

Law and Gospel – Ruminations, Word Faith, Stewardship

(1) Ruminations with Wes Reimnitz. (2) Word Faith movement. (3) An improper understanding of stewardship. (4) Caller: How can the average Christian be sure? (5) Caller: Enjoy programs.

Law and Gospel – Joel Osteen, Evil Thoughts

(1) Insights on Joel Osteen. (2) Paper available. (3) Caller: Osteen borrows from Walt Disney. (4) Caller: Out of the heart proceeds evil thoughts.

Law and Gospel – Ruminations, Hymn Analysis, God’s Grace bestowed

(1) Ruminations with Mark Smith. (2) Hymn: “May God Bestow On Us His Grace.” (3) How do we get God to bestow on us His grace?