1. The first episode of Preaching the Text introduces the hosts, Dr. Steven Paulson and Pr. John Hoyum, as they start this new study of the Sunday lectionary texts.
  2. On this episode, Dr. Paulson discusses how sin and the devil are not compulsory forces.
  3. God Doesn’t Do Prophet-sharing. In this episode, we discuss Gerhard von Rad’s explanation of a prophet’s freedom and lack of choice regarding his call and proclamation. What’s at stake for preachers, and all Christians, when God calls us to speak a specific word, to a specific people, at a specific time according to his decision?
  4. Did Jesus Have to Die For That Sermon? In this episode, we discuss Gerhard Force’s book "Theology is For Proclamation," specifically the focus and function of all Jesus’ preaching and how it defines Christian preaching in every generation.
  5. In this episode, Paulson discusses why God hides the Gospel.
  6. In this episode, Paulson uncovers the "cold treatment" for predestination sickness.
  7. In this episode, Paulson identifies the worry that all religion tries to answer "Am I chosen by God?"
  8. In this episode, Paulson helps listeners envision Luther's idea that the preacher is a "long-bowman" taking aim at the heart.
  9. We continue our conversation with Nancy Guthrie and how life changing it can be to find Christ in the Old Testament--and not just in the prophecies. It's transformative, and as she would say, there's nothing more practical.
  10. Dr. Paulson explores another violent metaphor from Luther, the arrow of conviction.
  11. What happens when the knowledge of the Law doesn't bring power?