
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!
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 1118 | Founded | 18 years ago |
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The parable of the workers in the vineyard raises an uncomfortable question: what if God's grace isn't fair?
On this episode of Sermon Brainwave, Karoline Lewis, Cody Sanders, and Matt Skinner dig into Matthew 20:1-16 and explore why this story abou... more
Peter asks Jesus a simple question: how many times should I forgive? Jesus answers with the parable of the unforgiving servant, and the answer gets uncomfortable fast.
In this episode of Sermon Brainwave, Cody Sanders, Karoline Lewis, and Matt Skin... more
What happens when preachers get their first-ever shot at Feast of Creation texts?
Matt Skinner, Karoline Lewis, and Cody Sanders dig into Season of Creation preaching for this brand-new addition to the lectionary. They explore John 1's cosmic logos... more
Church conflict is inevitable, but how should Christians actually handle it?
In this episode, hosts Cody Sanders, Karoline Lewis, and Matt Skinner dive into Matthew 18 explained through the lens of accountability, reconciliation, and protecting the... more
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One of my weekly go to sources for sermon prep. Thank you!
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.
This is a great resource but awkward at times, in jokes, ums and ahs, etc. Perhaps you are still remote from each other? Yet the spontaneity is a great strength, if you remember the urgency with which we listen as we prepare sermons in harrowing times.
I wrote the above paragraph many weeks ago and perhaps didn’t send it. But I remembered it while listening to wp in this Lenten season, noting especially the depth of comments and sincerity that has come through to me in this and past sessio... more
A weekly listen for me in my sermon preparation. A good start for any pastor to get the ideas flowing.
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I’m not sure whether it’s the Norwegian heritage hovering this podcast or something else - but it’s awesome! Thank you guys!
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A weekly, theology-rich conversation centered on upcoming Revised Common Lectionary readings, featuring Luther Seminary faculty. The hosts balance rigorous biblical scholarship with practical sermon ideas, exploring themes across Advent, Christmas, and the lectionary cycle. Expect thoughtful exegesis, lively banter, and ideas that spark concrete preaching plans, with occasional personal touches that make the discussion feel accessible to both experienced pastors and seminary students. The format tends to blend scholarly analysis with real-world pastoral application, making it a go-to resource for sermon preparation and biblical reflection.
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