Lutheranism’s struggle between mission and doctrine finds renewed clarity in this episode as Dr. John Pless offers insights from his unique journey and extensive theological experience. The conversation highlights how confessional integrity lay...

Lead Time listeners, Tim Ahlman here! We love bringing you content to grow as leaders in your ministry and beyond, but we want to make sure we’re hitting the mark. Can you help us out by filling out a quick 5-question survey? It’ll take less th...

Lead Time listeners, Tim Ahlman here! We love bringing you content to grow as leaders in your ministry and beyond, but we want to make sure we’re hitting the mark. Can you help us out by filling out a quick 5-question survey? It’ll take less th...

Lead Time listeners, Tim Ahlman here! We love bringing you content to grow as leaders in your ministry and beyond, but we want to make sure we’re hitting the mark. Can you help us out by filling out a quick 5-question survey? It’ll take less th...

Discover how to sustain joy throughout a lifetime in ministry with insights from my father, Pastor Dave Ahlman. Starting each day with scripture and prayer, Dave emphasizes the role of a pastor as a humble messenger of God's grace. Joy acts as ...

Discover how a former corporate leader brought his expertise into the world of pastoral ministry with Pastor Mike Omtvedt's inspiring journey. Transitioning from the business world to leading congregations at Hosanna Lutheran Church, Pastor Mik...

Pastor Greg Bearss returns to share a heartfelt account of his challenging journey with the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS), where allegations led to the church's withdrawal from the synod. We unravel the complexities of church leadership...

Reverend Dr. Jamison Hardy, the newly elected president of the Concordia University System, joins us to unveil the transformative shifts brewing within the Concordia universities. Discover the impact of the 2023 convention's resolution 704B, wh...

Coach Chance Childers, a pivotal figure at Concordia University Ann Arbor, joins us to share his insights on the meaningful intersection of faith and sports. In this conversation, Tim Ahlman and Coach Chance Childers discuss the si...

What if the key to resolving church conflicts lies in a simple shift towards transparency and understanding? We confront past misunderstandings around the prior approval process within our synod, with Scott offering an apology to President Harr...

What if your church work felt like a true calling rather than just a job? We had the pleasure of hosting Pastor Jason Scheler, who shares his journey from selfishness to servanthood and the powerful transformation that occurs when we embrace gr...

Unlock the transformative power of Lutheran education with insights from Dr. Thomas Wrege, who shares his extensive knowledge and experience in this episode. Discover how Lutheran schools approach education as a mission field, welcoming ...

What if the future of the church lies not in grand, imposing structures, but in the intimate connections made within small communities? Join us as we uncover the fascinating journey of Pastor Travis Hartjen, a dedicated church planter an...

What does it take to go from fighter pilot to leader in higher education? We explore this intriguing question with Dr. Thomas Cedel, a man whose journey is as diverse as it is inspiring. From almost joining the ranks of NASA astronauts to leadi...

What if leadership wasn't about having all the answers, but about asking the right questions? Join us as we explore this paradigm shift with Dr. Vanessa Seifert, a respected leader in the Nebraska District of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod....

Discover the transformative power of Lutheran theology and mission work as we welcome the esteemed Dr. Detlev Schulz to our podcast. As a leading professor and missiologist at Concordia Theological Seminary, Dr. Schulz unpacks the profou...

What if Martin Luther's 95 Theses still hold the key to understanding our modern world? Reverend Dr. Joel Okamoto joins us to uncover the timeless significance of Luther's challenge to the Roman Catholic Church, initially meant to ignite schola...

Lead Time listeners, Tim Ahlman here! We love bringing you content to grow as leaders in your ministry and beyond, but we want to make sure we’re hitting the mark. Can you help us out by filling out a quick 5-question survey? It’ll take less th...

Paul Schult, a pastor from Redwood City, California, joins us for a captivating discussion on transforming faith and leadership within the church. Explore the journey of his congregation's rebranding to Bridge City Church and delve into the rel...

Join us for an enlightening conversation with Rev. Dr. Joel Biermann as we tackle some of the most challenging ethical dilemmas facing church leaders today. As our political landscape heats up, Dr. Biermann provides profound insights into how i...

What if you were called to action by a viral video and found yourself on a mission halfway across the world? Meet Mike Warneke, the passionate founder of Fields of Dreams Uganda, whose journey began with a deep-rooted faith and a life-altering ...

Reverend Dr. Harold Ristau joins us to share his remarkable journey from being a military chaplain in Canada and academic dean in Africa to leading Luther Classical College in Wyoming. In this episode, listeners will gain insight into Dr...

Discover the transformative power of storytelling in film with our special guest, Temeko Richardson, a distinguished executive producer, director, and writer renowned for her inspirational works. Journey with us as we uncover how films can tran...

What if the future of theological education wasn't bound by the walls of traditional campuses? Reverend Jeff from the North American Lutheran Seminary joins us to unravel this intriguing possibility by explaining the seminary's innovative hub-a...

Evan, a seasoned professional in human performance and education, shares his compelling journey through the challenges faced by Concordia University Ann Arbor, where his daughter is an athlete. Evan opens up about his introduction to the Luther...