
Three 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
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Dr. Chris Croghan joins Scripture First to break down the many preaching moments found in this lectionary text about John the Baptist including:
• Why the wilderness is significant,
• The definition of repentance,
• The definition of the kingdom of... more
Many think Advent is a time to prepare for the birth of Jesus, but, as this text illuminates, there’s no time to prepare. Jesus has broken in and the clock has struck midnight.
Dr. Chris Croghan and Sarah Stenson teach us that this text is about th... more
It’s Christ the King Sunday and you’re about to hear how Jesus is dying the death of a criminal. On Christ the King Sunday we are declaring that Jesus has authority and power over all, yet we are talking about his crucifixion, not his resurrection. more
Right after Jesus directs their attention to the woman giving her last two coins to the temple, they remark how beautiful the temple itself is.
Jesus proceeds to tell them not only will every stone of the temple be thrown down, He will take our ido... 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.
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!!
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.
Blayne from Montana
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.
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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The content explores the intersection of contemporary life and Lutheran theology as hosts engage with experts to unpack weekly Bible passages. A recurrent theme includes discussions on faith, mercy, and the role of law versus grace as illustrated in various parables and scriptural narratives. The podcast uniquely emphasizes the significance of contextual understanding of Scripture, encouraging listeners to reflect on personal faith journeys and the application of theological concepts in everyday life. It provides an accessible platform for those interested in deepening their understanding of Christian beliefs and practices, particularly within the Lutheran tradition.
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