1. Hidden Streams wanted to finish the year with a celebration of the good and holy gift of love.
  2. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember Advent and Christmas traditions from Latin America.
  3. On this episode of Preaching the Text, John Hoyum and Steve Paulson discuss the visitation of Mary to Elizabeth while both are pregnant – Mary with Jesus, and Elizabeth with John.
  4. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we look at a tradition in the church akin to “Holy Week” but for Christmas.
  5. Weekend Edition for December 14-15, 2024
  6. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the origin of the most iconic plant of the Christmas season.
  7. On this episode of Preaching the Text, Steve Paulson discusses the story of John the Baptist in prison.
  8. Countdown to Armageddon. In this episode, we read Martin Luther’s Advent 2 sermon (1532) and discuss signs and symbols, the liturgical calendar, funerals, preaching, and many many other things of an episodic nature.
  9. In this episode of Preaching the Text, Steven Paulson discusses the significance of John's baptism for repentance and the forgiveness of sins.