
Preaching The Text examines the weekly Bible Readings from the three-year lectionary. Dr. Steven Paulson and pastor John Hoyum present these Scripture readings with a particular emphasis on how the Gospel is proclaimed and heard in weekly preaching.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 164 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Religion & SpiritualitySociety & CultureChristianityPhilosophy | |||

On this episode, John Hoyum and Steve Paulson talk about the end of times according to Jesus in the gospel of Luke. Much of the problem with the end times revolves around the issue of preparation, which the legalist assumes means preparation of the s... more
On this episode of Preaching the Text, John Hoyum and Steve Paulson discuss the question of marriage and the resurrection. The Saduccees are skeptics of the resurrection, but Jesus teaches the resurrection from the books of Moses. However, we see tha... more
On this episode of Preaching the Text, John Hoyum and Steve Paulson suggest taking the readings for the Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost to preach All Saints. They go through the story of Zacchaeus the tax collector who goes out to see Jesus. In r... more
On this episode of Preaching the Text, John Hoyum and Steve Paulson discuss the texts for Reformation Sunday. Specifically, they focus on Christ's words about freedom from John 8, where Jesus is disputing with the Jews in the temple. Here we find tha... more
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I used to be skeptical of the view that satan was the Prince of this world. I thought it could be a nice place but with the election of donald trump to the presidency for the second time, it’s clear to me that the devil has quite an active role over us.
Please release the podcast earlier than late on Tuesdays. I am so glad this podcast is available! My only wish is that it launched on Monday mornings. Updated review: Having Dr. Paulson right there in my office as I prepare for preaching is a great gift. My only wish for this podcast is that it be released earlier in the week, even early Tuesday morning would be better. Please consider this for those utilizing this resource for sermon preparation.
I am so glad this podcast is available! My only wish is that it launched on Monday mornings.
Updated review:
Having Dr. Paulson right there in my office as I prepare for preaching is a great gift. My only wish for this podcast is that it be released earlier in the week, even early Tuesday morning would be better. Please consider this for those utilizing this resource for sermon preparation.
Just what I’ve been looking for, a podcast following the lectionary awesome! Now I can study the reading from church more closely.
I was introduced to Dr. Paulson on the Outlaw God Podcast (which I also highly recommend). When I heard over there he was doing this one also I jumped in. I love the way he breaks the scriptures down and helps those ministering the Word as well as those reading the scriptures navigate the text. Hearing this in the context of the lectionary has been really insightful and helpful to me personally. He’s a good teacher and preacher that leads me to resting in the forgiveness of sins found in the p... more
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Exploring biblical texts through the lens of weekly lectionary readings, this podcast offers deep theological insights aimed at enhancing understanding of Gospel messages in preaching. Hosts engage with various passages from the Bible, often comparing traditional interpretations with contemporary theological perspectives to uncover richer meanings and implications for faith communities. Unique aspects include frequent discussions on the relationship between law and gospel, challenging listeners to reconsider common views and encouraging a more profound connection to Scripture in everyday life.
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