The CloudCast

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Pastors David Buchs and Joshua Reber host a lively podcast that dives into faith, scripture, and everyday life. They blend humor and insight, tackling everything from Genesis to the Fruit of the Spirit with a fresh, down-to-earth take. A great listen for anyone who enjoys thoughtful talk with a dash of fun!

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Resurrection & Forgiveness w/ Pres. Brady Finnern (Genesis 45)

    In Genesis 45, Joseph finally reveals himself to his brothers—and the moment echoes far beyond Egypt. In this episode, Pastors David Buchs and Joshua Reber are joined by LCMS Minnesota North District President Brady Finnern to explore forgiveness, resurrection patterns, guilt, fear, and the shocking mercy of God that moves His people forward. From Joseph’s words, “I am your brother,” to Christ’s “Peace be with you,” this conversation traces how Genesis 45 anticipates the resurrection of Jesus—and why grace is often harder to believe than judgment.⏱️ Key Discussion Points* Quick-hit introductions & theological warm-up (favorite books, confessions, liturgy, and synodical humor)* Genesis 45 as a “resurrection appearance” – Joseph reveals himself to his brothers* Fear, guilt, and disbelief – Why grace is harder to receive than punishment* “You sold me—God sent me” – Divine providence without softening the sin* Joseph, Judah, and Christ – Typology, substitution, and sacrifice* Jacob’s revival – Gospel proclamation raises the “dead”* Forgiveness that moves forward – Why Joseph refuses to linger in recrimination* Virtue, confession, and pastoral care – Naming sin clearly without vengeance* Why God keeps repeating forgiveness – Genesis 45 and Genesis 50* What this means for the Church today – Memory, discipline, mercy, and hope🎧 About the ShowFormerly known as The CloudCast, this podcast is hosted by Pastor David Buchs (Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR) and Pastor Joshua Reber (Faith Lutheran Church, St. Cloud, MN & Trinity Lutheran Church, Clear Lake, MN). Each week, they walk chapter-by-chapter through Genesis, connecting the text to Christ, the Church, and everyday Christian life.Faith & Theology#Genesis #Genesis45 #BiblePodcast #ChristianTheology #LutheranTheology #ChristInTheOldTestament #Resurrection #Forgiveness #GospelAndLaw #OfficeOfTheKeysLutheran / Confessional#LCMS #MissouriSynod #ConfessionalLutheran #BookOfConcord #JustificationByFaith #MeansOfGraceLocal / Ministry#GraceLutheranLittleRock #FaithLutheranStCloud #TrinityLutheranClearLake #LittleRockAR #StCloudMN #ClearLakeMNPodcast Discovery#ChristianPodcast #TheologyPodcast #BibleStudyPodcast #PastorsTalking #ChurchAndCulture

    1h 6m

  2. 3 FEB

    True Repentance and Good Works (Genesis 44)

    What does real repentance look like—not just regret, but transformation? In Genesis 44, Judah steps forward to take Benjamin’s place, and everything changes. Pastors David Buchs and Joshua Reber explore how this pivotal moment illuminates faith, good works, substitution, and why Scripture insists that belief is never merely internal. This episode ranges from the Athanasian Creed to Matthew 25, from Lutheran confessions to pastoral reality—asking whether we would recognize faith when it finally costs us something. Key Discussion Points • Judah’s turning point: How Genesis 44 reverses Genesis 37—and why Judah’s offer is the clearest evidence of repentance. • Good works are necessary… but not for salvation: Untangling the Lutheran confession without flattening Scripture. • “God has found out our guilt”: Why this confession matters more than proving innocence. • Faith under testing: Why Joseph’s escalating test exposes hearts rather than information. • The least of these: Connecting Judah’s substitution to Matthew 25 and Christ Himself. • Creeds, canon, and confidence: Why contested books don’t weaken Scripture—and what actually gives it authority. About the Show Hosted by Pastor David Buchs and Pastor Joshua Reber, this weekly podcast walks chapter by chapter through Genesis, connecting the ancient text to modern faith, culture, and pastoral life—with honesty, humor, and theological depth. 🔎 Hashtags #GenesisPodcast #ChristianPodcast #LutheranTheology #FaithAndWorks #GraceLutheranLittleRock #FaithLutheranStCloud #TrinityLutheranClearLake #BibleStudyPodcast #LCMS #OldTestament #PastoralTheology #AthanasianCreed

    1h 8m

  3. 27 JAN

    Atonement, Feasting, and Hope (Genesis 43)

    In Genesis 43, Judah offers himself in the place of his younger brother—a moment that opens a deep biblical window into substitution, judgment, and mercy. Pastors David Buchs and Joshua Reber explore how this pledge anticipates the logic of the atonement, why feasting follows faithfulness, and how God forms mature faith through responsibility, sacrifice, and hope rather than despair. Along the way, the conversation ranges from atonement “theories” and evangelism to alcohol, fasting and feasting, MLK Day, and the Christian refusal to give in to despair—always circling back to the central question: who will stand in another’s place? Key Discussion Points & Timestamps (approximate) • 00:00 – What Is This Podcast? Personalities, purpose, and why this isn’t just another church-politics show • 05:00 – MLK Day, Fast Days, and Public Memory Labor, civil religion, martyrs, and the problem of attaching principles to personalities • 17:00 – What Is the Atonement, Really? Penal substitution, Christus Victor, and why “theories” miss the point • 25:30 – Mercy Work vs. Evangelism Why kindness alone isn’t the Gospel—and why the Gospel must be spoken • 36:45 – Genesis 43: Judah’s Pledge “Let me bear the blame forever” and the biblical logic of substitution • 44:30 – Wine, Feasting, and Maturity Nazirite vows, Noah, the Lord’s Supper, and joy after duty • 54:00 – Moral Testing and the Youngest Brother Joseph’s feast, Benjamin’s portion, and whether the brothers have changed • 59:00 – Despair, Pastoral Life, and the Psalms Why things keep falling apart—and why that’s not failure About the Show The CloudCast is a weekly Bible conversation hosted by Pastor David Buchs (Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR) and Pastor Joshua Reber (Faith Lutheran Church, St. Cloud, MN & Trinity Lutheran Church, Clear Lake, MN). Each episode works carefully through a chapter of Genesis, connecting Scripture to theology, culture, and everyday Christian life. 🔍 Hashtags & SEO Tags #Genesis43 #Atonement #SubstitutionaryAtonement #ChristusVictor #BiblePodcast #ChristianTheology #LutheranPodcast #OldTestament #JudahAndBenjamin #GraceLutheranLittleRock #FaithLutheranStCloud #TrinityLutheranClearLake #PastorPodcast #ChristianLiving #ScriptureAndCulture

    1h 7m

  4. 20 JAN

    Gospel Reductionism, Authority, and Reckoning

    What happens when guilt goes unnamed—and when theology becomes a parlor trick? In this episode, Pastors David Buchs and Joshua Reber reflect on Genesis 42, where Joseph tests his brothers and forces a reckoning they’ve avoided for decades. Along the way, the conversation ranges from Barthianism and gospel reductionism to church authority, repentance, forgiveness, and why clarity—biblical and institutional—actually matters for real life. Genesis 42 becomes a mirror: exposing paralysis born of guilt, the danger of abstract theology detached from Scripture, and the mercy that only comes when sin is finally brought into the light. Key Discussion Points / Timestamps (Approximate – adjust if you refine later) • 00:00–12:30 – Barthianism, neo-orthodoxy, and why redefining “the Word of God” undermines Scripture • 12:30–22:00 – Gospel reductionism, justification as a “parlor trick,” and ethical paralysis • 22:00–35:30 – Church governance, authority of the keys, pastors, congregations, and clarity in church polity • 35:30–41:30 – Genesis 42 begins: guilt, paralysis, and “why do you look at one another?” • 41:30–49:30 – Joseph’s test: repentance, recognition, and the reckoning for blood • 49:30–56:30 – Forgiveness, trust, and why forgiving doesn’t mean pretending nothing happened • 56:30–1:02:30 – Seeing clearly at last: mercy, love, and why God does not forget—but does forgive About the Show Hosted by Pastor David Buchs and Pastor Joshua Reber, this podcast walks chapter-by-chapter through the book of Genesis, connecting Scripture to theology, culture, and everyday Christian life through candid, pastoral conversation. #GenesisPodcast #Genesis42 #BiblePodcast #ChristianTheology #LutheranTheology #PastorPodcast #LawAndGospel #KarlBarth #NeoOrthodoxy #ChurchAuthority #RepentanceAndForgiveness #GraceLutheranLittleRock #FaithLutheranStCloud #TrinityLutheranClearLake #LCMS #ChristianTeaching #ScriptureAndLife

    1h 3m

  5. 13 JAN

    Corruption & Journalism in the LCMS w/Tim Wood

    https://www.adcrucem.news/ https://www.adcrucem.news/p/doctrine-governance-and-process-dispute What happens when corruption doesn’t look like money or power—but subtle shifts in doctrine, discipline, and pastoral courage? Pastors David Buchs and Joshua Reber are joined by Tim Wood (Ad Crucem) for a wide-ranging, frank conversation about theological drift, church governance, pastoral responsibility, and why “good intentions” can still hollow out the Church. This episode asks hard questions about what it means to believe, teach, and confess the faith in an age of compromise. Key Discussion Points & Timestamps (approximate) 00:00 – Introducing Tim Wood Liturgical artist, former investigative journalist, and observer of church life. 05:00 – Investigative journalism & corruption How real corruption works—and why resistance often proves you’re onto something. 10:00 – Why church corruption is harder to see Doctrine vs. money: how slow theological compromise does more damage than scandal. 14:00 – Seeds of doctrinal drift How small concessions metastasize over decades without anyone “throwing a grenade.” 18:00 – Justification without sanctification When explaining the doctrine replaces actually believing and living it. 23:00 – Law, Gospel, and the danger of erasing the struggle Why “peace, peace” sermons leave people spiritually disarmed. 27:00 – Pastoral responsibility and discipline Why the Old Man must be put to death—and why avoiding hard texts harms souls. 33:00 – Clergy divorce, supervision, and accountability What Scripture actually demands of pastors, not just what culture tolerates. 38:00 – A case study in failed oversight What happens when church leadership refuses to act—and who gets hurt. 48:00 – Why some sins are called out and others excused Cultural pressure, fear, and selective courage in church leadership. 52:00 – Decline in attendance vs. growth in clergy A business-minded diagnosis of a spiritual crisis. 57:00 – Conventions, governance, and real reform Why “trust but verify” may be unavoidable now. 1:04:00 – Art, preaching, and formation Why beauty, clarity, and serious preaching still matter deeply. 1:11:00 – Teaching people how to listen Why sermons fail when congregations aren’t taught how to hear God’s Word. About the Show Hosted by Pastor David Buchs and Pastor Joshua Reber, this podcast (formerly The CloudCast) walks chapter-by-chapter through Genesis, connecting Scripture to real life, real faith, and real cultural challenges. Recorded with pastoral warmth and theological seriousness, the show invites honest conversation grounded in God’s Word. Pastor Buchs serves at Grace Lutheran Church (Little Rock, AR). Pastor Reber serves at Faith Lutheran Church (St. Cloud, MN) and Trinity Lutheran Church (Clear Lake, MN). #ChristianPodcast #LutheranTheology #GenesisPodcast #FaithAndCulture #LCMS #PastoralTheology #ChurchLeadership #DoctrineMatters #GraceLutheranLittleRock #FaithLutheranStCloud #TrinityLutheranClearLake #MidwestChurch #ArkansasChurch #MinnesotaChurch #ChristianDiscipleship

    1h 20m

  6. 6 JAN

    Holiday Potpourri & Christian Nationalism

    Show Notes / Description In this holiday potpourri episode, Pastors David Buchs and Joshua Reber range from Christmas traditions and pastoral practice to serious theological questions sparked by Genesis 41. Along the way, they discuss the Holy Innocents, children in worship, prophecy and private revelation, miracles, and a listener question about whether the Pope fits the biblical definition of the Antichrist. The conversation culminates with Joseph’s rise before Pharaoh—and what it teaches us about wisdom, authority, Christian governance, and whether a believer can ever rule “neutrally.” Thoughtful, candid, and grounded in Scripture, this episode connects Genesis to life in a pluralistic world. Key Topics Holiday reflections and framing life as vocation The Holy Innocents: innocence, holiness, and original sin Is the Pope the Antichrist? Defining “antichrist” biblically Liturgy, authority, and conscience-binding Children in church and the problem with children’s sermons Prophecy, wisdom, and claims of direct revelation Do miracles still happen today? Joseph in Genesis 41 and Christian authority in government About the Show Hosted by Pastor David Buchs (Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR) and Pastor Joshua Reber (Faith Lutheran Church, St. Cloud, MN; Trinity Lutheran Church, Clear Lake, MN), this podcast walks chapter by chapter through Genesis, exploring how God’s Word speaks to faith, culture, and everyday life. Hashtags #GenesisPodcast #LutheranTheology #ChristianPodcast #GraceLutheranLR #FaithLutheranStCloud #TrinityLutheranClearLake #JosephGenesis #ChurchAndState #BiblicalAuthority #LawAndGospel

    1h 5m

  7. 30/12/2025

    Interpreting Dreams and Houses of Bread

    Joseph’s time in prison seems like a footnote—until you slow down and notice what’s at the center. In Genesis 40, dreams of bread and wine, judgment and mercy, forgetfulness and hope all converge on a single plea: “Remember me.” Pastors David Buchs and Joshua Reber explore how this overlooked chapter quietly points forward to Christ, the sacraments, and the strange way God works through waiting. Along the way, the conversation ranges from literary structure and biblical dreams to pastoral theology, Christmas preaching, and why God so often does His best work in the middle of the story. • Genesis 40 overview: Joseph, the cupbearer, and the baker • What is a chiasm? Why the center of the passage matters most • “Remember me” (Gen. 40:14): Joseph’s honest cry from prison • Dreams and interpretation: Natural reason vs. God’s revelation • Bread and wine in Scripture: From Genesis to the Lord’s Supper • Judgment, patience, and delay: Why God’s timing feels unbearable • Pastoral reflections: Baptism, faith, and God’s bound promises • Christmas connections: Bethlehem, bread, and the Lamb of God The CloudCast is a weekly theology podcast hosted by Pastor David Buchs (Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR) and Pastor Joshua Reber (Faith Lutheran Church, St. Cloud, MN & Trinity Lutheran Church, Clear Lake, MN). Each episode walks chapter-by-chapter through Genesis, connecting the ancient text to modern faith, culture, and everyday Christian life. #GenesisPodcast #ChristianTheology #LutheranPodcast #BibleStudy #GraceLutheranLittleRock #FaithLutheranStCloud #TrinityLutheranClearLake #JosephStory #BiblicalDreams #WordAndSacrament #PastoralTheology

    1h 3m

  8. 23/12/2025

    Loyalty, Euthanasia, and Playing by the Rules

    Loyalty, Euthanasia, and Playing by the Rules In this wide-ranging and thoughtful conversation on Genesis 39, Pastors David Buchs and Joshua Reber explore Joseph’s faithfulness under pressure—especially his refusal of Potiphar’s wife—and what true loyalty looks like in a world shaped by power, pleasure, and politics. Along the way, they connect Joseph’s story to modern ethical debates, cultural decadence, assisted suicide, forgiveness, and the quiet strength of Christian endurance. This episode invites listeners to reconsider success, suffering, and what it means to live faithfully when God’s presence is hidden—but real. ⏱️ Key Discussion Points & Approximate Timestamps • 00:00–05:00 – Christmas movies, angels, and why sentimentality can still provoke real theological reflection • 05:00–12:30 – Assisted suicide, naming reality truthfully, and why words matter in ethics and law • 12:30–19:30 – Hedonism, teleology, and why pleasure cannot be the goal of human life • 19:30–27:30 – Loyalty vs. faithfulness: forgiveness, disavowal, and ordering our loves • 27:30–36:30 – Genesis 39 overview: “The Lord was with Joseph” and the theology of the hand, power, and stewardship • 36:30–44:30 – Potiphar’s wife, false accusation, politics, and the cost of telling the truth • 44:30–52:30 – Joseph, Pilate, and the illusion of “no other choice” • 52:30–59:30 – Joseph as the righteous sufferer: resisting forbidden fruit and prefiguring Christ • 59:30–1:05:00 – Sons of Abraham, Jacob, Joseph—and Jesus • 1:05:00–end – Catechesis, children’s faith, liturgy, and why the Christian story is beautifully simple Formerly known as The CloudCast, this weekly theology podcast is hosted by Pastor David Buchs (Grace Lutheran Church, Little Rock, AR) and Pastor Joshua Reber (Faith Lutheran Church, St. Cloud, MN & Trinity Lutheran Church, Clear Lake, MN). Each episode explores a chapter of Genesis with pastoral warmth, confessional Lutheran theology, and honest conversation about faith and life in the modern world. #GenesisPodcast #JosephGenesis39 #LutheranTheology #GraceLutheranLittleRock #FaithLutheranStCloud #TrinityLutheranClearLake #ChristianPodcast #BibleStudyPodcast #PastoralConversation #FaithAndCulture #BiblicalEthics #GodWithUs #ConfessionalLutheran

    1h 7m
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Pastors David Buchs and Joshua Reber host a lively podcast that dives into faith, scripture, and everyday life. They blend humor and insight, tackling everything from Genesis to the Fruit of the Spirit with a fresh, down-to-earth take. A great listen for anyone who enjoys thoughtful talk with a dash of fun!

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  • Creator
    Reber-Buchs Productions
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    45
  • Rating
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    © Reber-Buchs Productions
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    The CloudCast

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