Double Portion: Twin Lutheran Pastors

What is the Bible? (Ep. 23)

If you spend time online, you will run into people who question the Bible. They question the contents. They question the authority. They question the teachings. They assert that certain books were withheld. So, what is the Bible? In this episode, Pastors Chris and Tony talk about the Bible. They speak of its truth, its power, and its form. Join the pastors in a lesson on the Bible.

Why that sin that you are hiding is killing you (Ep. 22)

Why do we hide our sins? What happens when secret sin is left to grow in the dark? In this episode, Pastors Chris and Tony have an honest conversation about the spiritual danger of concealing sin, the isolation it creates, and the damage it can do to faith, relationships, and conscience. Drawing from Scripture and the comfort of the Gospel, they discuss why sinners resist bringing things into the light, the burden guilt places on the conscience, and the freedom Christ gives through confession and absolution. The conversation explores the difference between worldly secrecy and Christian repentance, the blessing of confessing sins to God and speaking honestly with trusted fellow believers, and how the Church can respond to struggling sinners with both truth and compassion. Above all, this episode points listeners to Jesus, who does not expose sin in order to destroy sinners, but to forgive, restore, and bring them back into the light of his grace.

Do Christians have to believe that God created the world in six days? (Ep. 21)

Do Christians have to believe that God created the world in six days? Does a Christian have to believe that these days were 24-hour-long days? Join Pastors Chris and Tony as they explore the biblical teaching of Creation. In this episode, the pastors will show how all of the Scriptures testify to the important truth that God created the heavens and the earth.

Do Christians care about the environment? (Ep. 20)

In this episode, Pastors Chris and Tony dig into the polarizing topic of environmentalism and ask a simple but important question: What does it look like for Christians to care for creation without losing sight of the Creator? They explore the biblical foundation of stewardship in Genesis, the distinction between dominion and exploitation, and how the doctrine of vocation shapes everyday decisions about caring for the world around us. Along the way, they tackle common tensions.  Is recycling a Christian duty? How should believers think about climate change debates? Can care for the environment become idolatrous? And what does it actually look like to love your neighbor through wise stewardship? Expect a thoughtful, confessional Lutheran conversation that keeps Christ at the center while offering practical wisdom for faithful living in God’s world.

Giving to the Needy (Ep. 19)

In this episode, Pastors Chris and Tony sit down for a candid and thoughtful conversation about what it really means to give to the needy. Drawing from Scripture, pastoral experience, and everyday encounters, they wrestle with questions many Christians quietly carry: How do we give without enabling harm? What about when generosity is taken advantage of? Should giving be spontaneous or structured? And how do we guard against pride—or guilt—when we give? With a mix of theological depth and brotherly banter, they explore the tension between wisdom and compassion, law and gospel, and the calling to love their neighbor in real, tangible ways. Whether you’ve hesitated at a street corner, questioned where your offerings go, or simply want to grow in faithful generosity, this episode invites you into an honest, Christ-centered discussion on caring for those in need.