Theology Q&A: Why don't Lutherans believe in purgatory? How should the Church speak out? Can Baptists and Lutherans ever understand each other? More.

Theology Q&A: Why don't Lutherans believe in purgatory? How should the Church speak out? Can Baptists and Lutherans ever understand each other? More.

April 17, 2026 · 57 min

About this episode

Pastors Bryan Wolfmueller and Andrew Packer address various theological and Biblical questions, including the Lutheran view of Purgatory and the relationship between Baptists and Lutherans.

Pastors Bryan Wolfmueller and Andrew Packer answer your theological and Biblical questions. In this episode they take up the question: What is the Lutheran view of Purgatory? Why don't Lutherans believe in it? How should the Church speak out? Is living together before marriage sinful if there is no sexual contact? Can Baptists and Lutherans ever understand each other? What is the significance of the Mercy Seat and how does it point towards Christ's sacrifice? Are some callings more valuable than others? Is there no place for new music in the Church? Submit your questions here: http://www.wolfmueller.co/contact.

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