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. Divide by Two, but Add by One. In this episode, we discuss Nestorius’ sermon on whether Mary was Theotokos or not and what happens when one tries to comment on the two natures of God using Greek philosophy to exegete Scripture.
  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. In this episode, The Thinking Fellows address the idea that the Reformation is not worthy of celebration but is lamentable.
  5. We interview our friend, Lore Ferguson Wilbert, to discuss her new book "Curious Faith."
  6. In the first Outside Ourselves episode, Kelsi chats with author, David Zahl, about his newest book, Low Anthropology.
  7. When it comes to the theology of the body, it's interesting to consider the fight against aging.
  8. Caleb, Scott, and Adam discuss the idea of challenging and complex tasks.
  9. Craig and Troy launch into a new mini-series on their favorite Scriptures . . . the ones that are the central themes of the faith
  10. In this episode, Paulson helps listeners envision Luther's idea that the preacher is a "long-bowman" taking aim at the heart.
  11. In this episode, Paulson identifies Erasmus participating in a futile effort he calls sausage making.