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. 22: Social Identity and Christianity (CROSS PROMO) [Ft. Pastor John Rutowicz]
This was such a spectacular topic and Guest that we couldn't pass up the opportunity to do another CROSS PROMO! Pastor Warr interviewed Pastor John Rutowicz on the Topic of Social Identity and you ge…
Ep. 21: Fil on Fil (The Life and Times of Filmore Alvarez)
On this Episode, Pastor Filmore Alvarez takes the Hot seat to discuss his journey into Lutheranism and his advice for Lutherans today.
All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and pa…
Ep. 20: Discussing Suicide and the Christian View of Depression [Ft. Rev. Jake Zabel]
On this Episode, Pastor Filmore takes a Vaction so Pastor Brandon Warr can talk to Rev. Jake Zabel about the Christian view if Suicide, the Implications of the commandment "Thou Shalt Not Murder" and…
Ep. 19: CROSS PROMO: Rev. Brandon Warr YouTube Channel "DC Protests and the Theology of Rebellion"
Today, we are doing a Cross Promotion for Pastor Brandon Warr's YouTube Channel with the audio form his recent video "DC Protest and the Theology of Rebellion"
Check out the Channel here:
Ep. 18: Christmas, Epiphany and the Church Calendar
Pastor Warr and Pastor Alvarez discussing the meaning of the Christmas Season, Epiphany and why the Church Calendar Matters. Christmas ain't over until the Church Calendar says so!
All clips used f…
Ep. 17: The Biblical View of the End Times and the Book of Revelation (Ft. Pastor Joshua Sullivan)
Pastor Joshua Sullivan returns to discuss the Biblical and Confessional view of the End Times, Eschatology and the proper interpretation of the Book of Revelation!
Get Johann Gerhard's Explanation of…
Ep. 16: End Times and Cults that Love it!
Pastors Warr and Alvarez discuss the End Times in this Episode. Giving a drive-by view on some End Times beliefs as well as the Cults that have sprung up around failed End Times predictions.
All cl…
Ep. 15: The Liturgy [Pt. 1] (Ft. Rev. Paul Rydecki)
Pastors Warr and Alvarez are joined by Pastor Paul Rydecki of Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Las Cruses, NM, to discuss the Historic Liturgy, why we do it and how it points to Christ's Word and Sacramen…
Ep. 14: What if there is No Church Near Me? (Ft. Jonathan)
This week, Pastors War and Alvarez are joined by Jonathan, the Lutheran Layman behind the blog Tea Time in Excelsis, to discuss Mission congregations and what to do if there is not a faithful Church …
Ep. 13: Listener Questions (The First of Many)
Pastors Warr and Alvarez answer Listener questions...Pretty simple and we hope it is the first of many!
All clips used fall under fair use and are for critique and parody. Seriously, why else would…
Ep. 12: THE JUICE IS LOOSE!! Refuting Universal Objective Justification
This week is the BIG Episode on Universal Objective Justification and why it is NOT Biblical Justification. Pastors Warr and Alvarez are Joined by Pastor Michael Henson of Trinity Lutheran Church in …
Ep. 11: An Abbreviated Episode about Elections in the USA
An unusual Episode due to a massive headache. Pastor Warr is on his own today discussing the Election of the United Sates and how we should view it as Christians.
All clips used fall under fair use…
Ep. 10: Biblical Masculinity and the Reformation
HAPPY REFORMATION DAY!
On this Episode, Pastor Warr and Pastor Alvarez are joined by Pastor Daniel Mensing to discuss Biblical Masculinity and trigger Feminists by being nice to them.
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Ep. 9: Creeds, Confessions and the Scriptures
Today, Pastor Warr and Pastor Alvarez discuss Creeds, Confessions and Sola Scriptura in order to kick off the festivities as we head into Reformation week! Plus, Pastor Alvarez gets to play the role …
Ep. 8: Online Communion and other Abominations
Guest Pastor Terry Stringer, of St. Dismas Independent Lutheran Mission, returns to discuss the recent phenomenon of Online Communion and why it's the worst thing since Pauley Shore. We also discuss …
Ep. 7: Halloween and Neo-Pagan Lies
This Week is the BCBM SPOOKTACULAR where Pastor Warr and Pastor Alvarez discuss Halloween. What are its Origins? Is it Pagan? How should Christians celebrate? Join us and find out!
Here are some inte…
Ep. 6: Election and the Predestinarian Controversy [Intuitu Fide]
Pastors Warr and Alvarez are joined by Pastor Joshua Sullivan of Holy Cross Lutheran Church and the Ask the Pastor Youtube Channel to discus the topic of Election in view of Faith or Intuitu Fide. Wh…
Ep. 5: Confession and the Seal.
In this Episode, Pastor Warr and Pastor Alvarez discuss the practice of Private Confession and Absolution, its place in the congregation and the seriousness of the Seal of Confession which requires M…
Ep. 4: Sex, Feelings and the Law (Ft. Pastor Terry Stringer)
In this Episode, Pastor Brandon Warr and Pastor Filmore Alvarez are joined by Pastor Terry Stringer, an Independent Lutheran serving St. Dismas Lutheran Mission.
The three Padres discuss the Balance …
Episode 3: There's Something about St. Mary
In this Episode, Pastor Filmore Alvarez and Pastor Brandon Warr discuss St. Mary, the Mother of Our Lord. Should we Venerate her? What about the other Saints? What are the differences between Roman C…