1. David and Adam discuss the problems and ramifications of the infinite Son of God becoming finite human flesh at Jesus' nativity.
  2. Tighten Up. In this episode, we read Martin Luther’s Advent 3 ordination sermon, discussing rites and ceremonies, church traditions, God’s mysteries versus the devil’s, and much pastoral talk about transparency and honesty amongst brothers and sisters in the Gospel.
  3. On this episode of Preaching the Text, Steve Paulson discusses the story of John the Baptist in prison.
  4. What is theology? Is it akin, adjacent, or perhaps inimical to philosophy? How does it relate to a worldview?
  5. The lawless teachers that Jude rebukes are put in their place, and the church is reminded of the way in which God would have them persevere in the faith.
  6. The Law and the Gospel are not just distinct words from God but words in opposition.
  7. David and Adam discuss the doctrine of original sin in the context of modern anthropological optimism.
  8. David and Adam continue their conversation about challenges to communicating the gospel and Christian truth that aren't initially apologetic in nature.
  9. David and Adam think about challenges to communicating the gospel and Christian truth that aren't initially apologetic in nature.
  10. Break on Through (To The Other Side). In this episode, we discuss preaching to the dead and how to unlock doors when one doesn’t have a good lock pick. We also discuss Robert Capon’s book, Foolishness of Preaching, reading his Easter sermon on John 10. This podcast episode includes preaching, polity, pastoral care, and renegade priests.
  11. On this episode of Preaching the Text, John Hoyum and Steve Paulson discuss the admiration for the temple expressed by the disciples to Jesus – as well as his response.