The Bookcase Behind Me with Pastor Brandon Warr
Theology. Books. Culture. Conversation.
Hosted by Pastor Brandon Warr, The Bookcases Behind Me brings Confessional Lutheran theology into dialogue with literature, culture, and the pressing questions of our time. Each episode blends solid biblical teaching with the exploration of classic and contemporary books, from the devotional works of Johann Gerhard to modern Christian fiction and cultural commentary.
This isn’t just another Christian podcast. Here, you’ll hear:
Confessional Lutheran theology—rooted in Scripture and the Lutheran Confessions.
Book discussions that range from timeless theological works to gripping pulp fiction and fantasy.
Cultural analysis on topics like Artificial Intelligence, art, beauty, vocation, and the challenges facing Christians in a digital age.
Practical encouragement for standing firm in Christ in a world full of shallow faith and empty stories.
Whether you’re a lifelong Lutheran, a seeker of truth, or simply curious about how faith interacts with literature and modern culture, this podcast equips you with clarity, conviction, and courage.
📚 Why “The Bookcases Behind Me”?
Because behind every conversation are the books, sermons, and stories that shape our faith and imagination. And through them, you’ll find connections that strengthen both heart and mind.
👉 Subscribe today and don’t miss an episode. New listeners can also download Pastor Warr’s free ebook Faith, Fiction, and the Fight by signing up for updates here: Substack.com/@bcwarr
- Update frequency
- every 10 days
- Average duration
- 45 minutes
- Episodes
- 82
- Years Active
- 2020 - 2025
Ep. 82: Are There Really No Tragedies? | A Lutheran Response to R.C. Sproul Jr.
Are there really no tragedies? In this episode of The Bookcase Behind Me, Rev. Brandon Warr takes on R. C. Sproul Jr.’s controversial claim that “ultimately there are no tragedies.” While this statem…
Ep. 81: Christians, AI, and Understanding Theological Enthusiasm
In this episode of The Bookcases Behind Me, Pastor Brandon Warr dives deep into one of the biggest conversations happening today: What should Christians think about Artificial Intelligence (AI)?
We b…
Ep. 80: 5th Annual Synod and Colloquium Special!
Welcome to The Bookcase Behind Me — where books aren't just background, they're battlegrounds of faith, doctrine, and truth. This is the show where Confessional Lutheran voices speak boldly from behi…
Ep. 79: Answering the Critques of Gavin Ortlund on Lutheran Christology, Pt. 2
Part Two of Answering Gavin Ortlund's Critiques of Lutheran Christology. What are the Major differences between Lutheran and Reformed views of the Two Natures of Christ in the one Person of Jesus?
Ge…
Ep. 78: Answering the Critques of Gavin Ortlund on Lutheran Christology, Pt. 1
Part One of Answering Gavin Ortlund's Critiques of Lutheran Christology. What are the Major differences between Lutheran and Reformed views of the Two Natures of Christ in the one Person of Jesus?
Ge…
Ep. 77: Wesley Huff vs. Billy Carson: a Quick Debate Review
A quick review of the Debate between Christian Scholar Wesley Huff and Conspiracy Peddlar Billy Carson. This quick review is just to get some thoughts out and encourage the listener to dive into apol…
Ep. 76: 4th Annual Synod And Colloquium Special!
This is the 4th Annual Synod and Colloquium episode. This one is Special as we cover much of what has gone into the upcoming Augustana Service Book and Hymnal.
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Ep. 75: St. Patrick of Ireland, Pagan Red Pillers, and Enjoying Hobbies
On today's episode, Pastor Warr discusses the life and doctrine of St. Patrick of Ireland. This episode also introduces a new segment on the goings on of the week as Pastor Warr discusses the decepti…
Ep. 74: St. Augustine's Distinctions of Grace [Ft. Pastor Dan Mensing]
In this Episode, Pastor Warr is joined by Pastor Dan Mensing of Faith Lutheran Church in Oregon to discuss St. Augustine and the Distinctions of Grace which Augustine put forth to defend the biblical…
Ep. 73: St. Laurence and the Office of Deacon
In this Episode, Pastor Warr is joined by Deacon Anthony Oncken of Salem Lutheran Church in Malone, Texas, to discuss St. Laurence and the Office of Deacon in the Lutheran Church.
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Ep. 72: Spreading God's Word Online: Intro for Christian Content Creators
In this Episode, we hear the presentation Pastor Brandon Warr gave at the 2023 ELDoNA Summer Camp on New Media and Missions. This is meant to be an Introduction on how to get started as a Christian C…
Ep. 71: 3rd Annual ELDoNA Synod and Colloquium Extravaganza!
Pastor Warr is back at the 2023 Synod and Colloquium of the Evangelical Lutheran Diocese of North America (ELDoNA) to discuss with the various Pastors of the Diocese questions such as...
-How to Hand…
Ep. 70: St. Valentine and Biblical Marriages
On this Episode, Pastor Warr is joined by his wife, Delina, to discuss the history behind St. Valentine and the roles of Men and Women in biblical Marriage.
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Ep. 69: Liminal Space in Pre-Lent: Discussing Gesimatide [Ft. Pastor Jerry Dulas]
On this Episode, Pastor Warr is joined by Pastor Jerry Dulas of Sts. Peter and Paul Lutheran Church to discuss the pre-Lenten Sundays of Gesimatide. We discuss the history of the Gesima Sundays, thei…
Ep. 68: Not Indifferent on Adiaphora
In this Episode of the Bookcase Behind Me, Pastor Brandon Warr is Joined by Pastor Josiah Scheck of Christ Lutheran Church in Richmond, Missouri to discuss the topic of Adiaphora.
This topic is much …
Ep 67: Epiphany Deep-Dive
In this Episode, Pastor Brandon Warr reveals the revelation of the deep meaning in Epiphany. What is the Festival of Epiphany? How many wise men were there? What happens during the Season of Epiphany…
Ep. 66: A Sample of BCBM in 2022
A clip show highlighting some of the topics in 2022 and get a sampling for what is to come for BCBM in 2023!
Disclaimer: I am a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Diocese of North America and, unle…
Ep. 65: The Biblical and Historical Case for Christmas
BCBM Makes its long awaited return with a Christmas Spectacular! Pastor Brandon Warr gives the Biblical and Historical Evidence for Christ's Birth on December 25th, Debunks pagan myths about the cele…
Ep. 64: The Decline of Mainline Protestant Denominations [Ft. Josh from Ready to Harvest]
In this episode, Pastors Warr and Alvarez reach out to an expert to discuss the history and trends of decline within the Mainline Protestant Churches in America.
This expert is Josh of the 'Ready to …
Ep. 63: bookSHELF Special: Politics and Patriotism for the Christian
In this bookSHELF special, Pastor Alvarez gives his musings on the appropriate use of secular politics and patriotism for the average Christian as well as clergy.