Keep it simple.

Faith in the person and work of Jesus saves you and that faith is a gift.

"They see me mowin'

My front lawn

I know they're all thinking"

If you get that reference, you belong with the rest of us Lutheran Nerds.

Go receive grace where God has promised to give it to you!

The Bible is critical to Lutheran Identity. Listen in as Ben and Josh talk about it!

In Christ Alone.

This is the most central part of our identity, which makes it weird that it's our fourth episode of the season, but you can always watch them out of order if you want to.

Lutherans have a history with alcohol and, in some ways, it has become part of our corporate identity. Ben and Josh talk about that today and where we have to be careful.

Also, the audio issues are on Ben - so surely Josh can get some additional points. Right?!

Lutheran history goes back to the 1500s - right?Well, that depends on your perspective. In this episode, Ben and Josh talk about different historical parts of the church and how they have contributed to Lutheran Identity over the years.

In the first episode of Season 8 of Cross Checking (formerly Manbuns and Jesus, formerly Coffee, Protein Shakes, and Jesus), Josh and Ben introduce the season's topic - Lutheran Identity - and why it might matter to you!