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Sermon Brainwave from Working Preacher

Working Preacher from Luther Seminary
Parable Of the Talents
Jesus
John 14:1–14
Gospel Of John
Wedding Banquet Parable
Parable Of the Sower
Matthew 18
Matthew 9:9–13, 18–26
Transfiguration Of Jesus
Gospel Of Matthew
Parable Of the Workers In the Vineyard
Canaanite Woman
Emmaus Road
Parable Of the Ten Bridesmaids
Forgiveness
Matthew 10
John 4:1-42
Peter's Confession
Parable Of the Wheat and the Weeds
Matthew 23:1-12

Sermon Brainwave from Working Preacher is a weekly conversation on upcoming Revised Common Lectionary readings. The conversations (featuring Luther Seminary faculty) are fun, informative, and creative—and just may give you the spark that ignites your own sermon brainwave!

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Planning your Mark 13 sermon for the first Sunday of Advent, Year B?Matt Skinner, Karoline Lewis, and Cody Sanders explore Jesus’ call to keep awake in Mark 13:24-37. They wrestle with apocalyptic hope, numbness to the world’s horrors, and what it me... more

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Matt Skinner, Karoline Lewis, and Cody Sanders explore the parable of the sheep and the goats for Reign of Christ Sunday. In Matthew 25:31-46, nobody knows why they landed on their side, and grace shows up in surprising places. The hosts ask what it ... more

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What if the parable of the talents isn’t about hard work at all?

Karoline Lewis, Cody Sanders, and Matt Skinner dig into Matthew 25:14-30 for the 25th Sunday after Pentecost. They unpack why one talent equaled fifteen years of a laborer’s wages. Th... more

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What does the parable of the ten bridesmaids teach us about living eschatologically?

Matt Skinner, Karoline Lewis, and Cody Sanders dig into Matthew 25:1-13 for the 24th Sunday after Pentecost. They notice that all ten bridesmaids look alike except... more

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4.8 out of 5 stars from 78 ratings
  • Always a good conversation.

    I’ve listened to this podcast for years as I’ve prepared weekly sermons. The conversation is always worth listening to and helps get my thoughts moving at the start of each week as I begin to ponder the scriptures!

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    Kaffrinn
    United States9 months ago
  • One of my weekly go to sources for sermon prep. Thank you!

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    TimTS83
    3 years ago
  • The podcast as a whole is helpful but I wish they'd stick to audio episodes. I listen on my phone while looking at the text on my phone. As soon as they make it a video I can't do that anymore. If you want to make a video version please put that as a separate RSS feed or just post both and clearly mark them. Thanks.

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    KTBLutheran
    4 years ago
  • A weekly listen for me in my sermon preparation. A good start for any pastor to get the ideas flowing.

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    Aaron
    5 years ago

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Sermon Brainwave 1080: Third Sunday of Easter - April 19, 2026
Q: What should we do in response to the resurrection?
The hosts connect the response with repentance as a changed way of seeing, preparing for action, holy living, and loving one another deeply in response to God's care.
Sermon Brainwave 1080: Third Sunday of Easter - April 19, 2026
Q: What might it mean to us in the 21st century that the risen Christ appears to us as a migrant, a resident foreigner, someone who comes from another place?
The hosts suggest that this perspective reframes the disciples' hospitality to a stranger and helps reveal Christ's resurrected presence through welcoming and caring for someone from elsewhere.
Sermon Brainwave 1092: Seventh Sunday after Pentecost - July 12, 2026
Q: Why is this guy just throwing seed willy nilly on any kind of surface?
The hosts suggest that the sower's apparently inefficient scattering challenges conventional strategy. It reflects Jesus' willingness to reach widely, while reminding preachers that their role is to sow rather than control the outcome.
Sermon Brainwave 1092: Seventh Sunday after Pentecost - July 12, 2026
Q: What does it mean to bear fruit in this?
The hosts consider whether fruitfulness means congregational growth, spiritual change, or living out the kingdom of heaven. They resist a single fixed definition and suggest that Matthew's account and the kingdom's vision should guide interpretation.

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This series offers insightful discussions on the Revised Common Lectionary readings, aimed at enhancing the sermon preparation process for clergy and lay leaders alike. Featuring conversations among experts from Luther Seminary, the episodes are characterized by a blend of academic insight and practical application, providing listeners with the tools and inspiration they need to engage with scripture thoughtfully. Each episode presents a unique take on the week’s scripture, fostering a lively exchange that encourages both creativity and theological reflection. The engaging format, peppered with humor and deep exploration of themes, makes it a valuable resource for those involved in preaching and teaching within the Christian community.

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