The Didymus Podcast

The Didymus Podcast features thoughtful and engaging conversations between two Lutheran pastors who also happen to be twin brothers. Grounded in Scripture and the Lutheran Confessions they explore a wide range of theological topics with clarity and depth. Whether you're a lifelong Lutheran or simply curious about confessional Lutheranism, The Didymus Podcast invites you into a dialogue that is both faithful and accessible—rooted in truth and shared between brothers.

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Nov 5, 2025

44 min

In this episode of the Didymus podcast the Rev Schlie’s sit down with Rev Chris Heaton to discuss the popular cliche “love the sinner, hate the sin.” How does the origin of the statement shed light on its true meaning? What’s the Biblical way to show love to someone trapped in sin? And what does it actually look like to hate sin?
 
Check out more from Pastor Heaton:
https://www.amazon.com/Mentioning-Unmentionables-Corrosive-Together-Faithful/dp/B0CPQ7BZSH
https://issuesetc.org/2024/01/25/0252-pornography-pr-christopher-heaton-1-25-24/
https://issuesetc.org/2024/04/11/1024-help-for-those-struggling-with-the-sin-of-pornography-pr-christopher-heaton-4-11-24/

Oct 29, 2025

53 min

In this episode of the Didymus podcast, the Rev. Schlies sit down with Rev. Stefan Gramenz to continue discussing the cliche "That's too Catholic." Is it Lutheran to wear vestments, remember the saints, and have crucifixes?

Oct 22, 2025

47 min

In this episode of the Didymus podcast, the Rev. Schlies sit down with Rev. Stefan Gramenz to discuss the cliche "That's too Catholic." What does the word "catholic" mean? What is the purpose of ceremonies? Is it Lutheran to chant, make the sign of the cross, and kneel?

Oct 15, 2025

57 min

In this episode of the Didymus podcast Rev. Joseph Schlie sits down with Rev. Dr. Gregory Truwe, Rev. Andrew Preus, and Rev. Hans Fiene to discuss wedding/marriage cliches. "She's my soulmate." "We didn't want the kids to see us fight." "It's her day." "We just wanted to make sure we were compatible."

Oct 8, 2025

49 min

In this episode of the Didymus podcast Rev. Joseph Schlie sits down with Rev. Dr. Gregory Truwe to discuss the cliche "The Church should stay out of politics." What constitutes politics? When can and should the Church speak to these things? When should it not?

Oct 1, 2025

48 min

In this episode of the Didymus podcast Rev. Joseph Schlie sits down with Kantor Nathan Steele to discuss the cliche "I'm just not a singer." What does God's word say about music and singing? What makes for a good Christian song? What benefit can children gain from the hymns and liturgy?

Sep 24, 2025

39 min

In this episode of the Didymus Podcast, the Rev. Schlies discuss the cliche "God won't give you more than you can handle." What is the difference between temptation and testing? How does God use our suffering for good and strengthen our faith through it?

Sep 17, 2025

59 min

In this episode of the Didymus podcast, the Rev. Schlies sit down with Rev. Matthew Marks to discuss the cliche "It's a celebration of life." What is the purpose of a funeral? What does the bible teach us about sin and death?

Sep 10, 2025

42 min

In this episode of the Didymus Podcast, the Rev. Schlies discuss the cliche “Sanctification is just about getting used to your justification." What does the Bible teach us about our new life in Christ? Can Christians grow in love and get better at fighting certain sins?

Sep 3, 2025

47 min

In this episode of the Didymus Podcast, the Rev. Schlies discuss the cliche “If the Church doesn’t change it’s going to die.” What is the Church and how does the Bible tells us that it actually grows?

Joseph Schlie

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