The Didymus Podcast features thoughtful and engaging conversations between Pastor Schlie and his twin brother, Pastor Joseph Schlie, who also is a Lutheran Pastor. 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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November 12th, 2025: "The Bible isn't a science book" In this episode of the Didymus podcast the Rev. Schlies discuss the cliche "The Bible isn't a science book." Should we take the creation account from Genesis 1 and 2 literally? Why is it so dangerous to embrace the theory of evolution?
November 5, 2025: "Love the Sinner, Hate the Sin." 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:
Book Available on Amazon: Mentioning the Unmentionables
Issues, Etc. Podcast: Pornography
Issues, Etc. Podcast: Help for those Struggling with the Sin of Pornography
October 29, 2025: "That's too Catholic Part 2" 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?
October 22, 2025: "That's too Catholic." 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?
October 15, 2025: "She's my soulmate." 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."
October 8, 2025: "The Church should stay out of politics." 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?
October 1, 2025: "I'm just not a singer." 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?
September 22, 2025: "God won't give you more than you can handle." 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?
September 17, 2025: "It's a celebration of life." 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?
September 10, 2025: "Sanctification is just about getting used to your justification." 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?
September 3, 2025: "If the Church doesn't change, it's going to die." 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?
August 27, 2025: "God laid it on my heart." In this episode of the Didymus Podcast, the Rev. Schlies discuss the cliche "God laid it on my heart." What does the Bible say about how God speaks to us? How should we evaluate visions, dreams, and signs?