Scripture First
Luther House of StudyThree millennials sit down with Lutheran theologians to understand how Scripture is working in our lives. God, Jesus, the Holy Spirit, sin, faith, forgiveness, Luther, and more are on the table as Mason Van Essen, Kiri Haugen, and Adam Guthmiller discuss each week's upcoming lectionary Bible passage with Luther House of Study's theologians to hear the context in and around Scripture before it's pr... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 369 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChristianityReligion & Spirituality | |||
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In Luke 24, after the resurrection and before the ascension, Jesus once again tells the disciples that everything in Moses, the prophets, and the Psalms was always about him—and then he does what they could never do for themselves: he opens their min... more
In this episode we drop into Jesus’ farewell discourse in John 14, right after betrayal and denial are on the table, and hear a line that’s often twisted into a condition: “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” We unpack how, in context, Je... more
On the night of the Last Supper, with betrayal and denial looming, Jesus speaks directly to troubled hearts—not with a plan to fix themselves, but with a promise grounded entirely in him. In this episode, we wrestle with how the disciples keep turnin... more
In John 10, right on the heels of exposing the Pharisees’ blindness, Jesus shifts the image and declares that there is only one way into the sheepfold—and it’s not through climbing, striving, or proving yourself. In this episode we unpack how his she... more
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Luther House of Study provides these invaluable resources each week. For years, I have used Luther House as my first source for preparing my sermons each week. The faculty is top notch. If you’re looking for a clear means for “handing over the goods” as the dear Dr. James Nestingen used to say, then this podcast is for you.
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United States3 years ago - The Truth will make us free!
It’s no big secret that the Bible isn’t always easy to understand. The people giving this podcast ask regular people questions for us laypersons. It’s so easy to get confused by the secular worldview. Scripture First removes that confusion. Thanks!!
Apple Podcasts5ImhagarUnited States5 years ago - Keep the questions coming Kiri!
This podcast is how I start my week. I greatly enjoy the text study, and especially appreciate the questions that Kiri is willing to ask. They are typically the questions that all of us have, but are reluctant to voice. Keep it up, it is greatly appreciated. Thank you all for the Work the Lord does through you… we are truly blessed.
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Apple Podcasts5Blayne from MontanaUnited States5 years ago - Straight Gospel (while addressing the law)
The crew at Luther House break down the ELCA lectionary in an accessible way without watering down and of the promise of Christ.
This podcast has been a critical part of my discernment of my call to ministry.
Apple Podcasts5RugernUnited States5 years ago - Great Podcast
I love this podcast and it’s one that I listen to every episode. I give 4/5 stars because I personally think it would flow better if the engine/foundation of the podcast wasn’t the students questions. I’d like to hear the teachers teach the text and then the students ask questions as they have them, rather than their questions drive the podcast.
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What is Scripture First about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A theology-forward show that uses the weekly lectionary to unpack Scripture with Luther House of Study theologians. The hosts guide accessible discussions around passages from the Gospels and Epistles, focusing on grace, law, suffering, faith, and the role of the Holy Spirit in everyday life. Episodes frequently pair open-ended questions from lay listeners with scholarly insights, creating a practical, sermon-prep oriented exploration of biblical texts and Lutheran theology. A standout pattern is the clear emphasis on distinguishing law and gospel, plus applying ancient texts to contemporary experiences, making it a strong fit for clergy, seminarians, and lay Christians who want deeper, church-contextual Bible study.
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