Craft of Preaching

Gospel: Luke 15:1–3, 11–32 (Lent 4: Series C)

03/19/22

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By Peter Nafzger

The thrill of God’s grace fades and the slow march toward the cross dulls the heart. At such times, the former life beckons. Temptations to return grow strong. Which makes Lent such an important annual exercise.
Gospel: Luke 13:1-9 (Lent 3: Series C)

03/13/22

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By Peter Nafzger

The vinedresser refused to give up on his unfruitful tree. He put himself between it and the judgment it deserved, serving as mediator and caretaker.
Gospel: Luke 13:31-35 (Lent 2: Series C)

03/06/22

1 min read

By Peter Nafzger

Jesus' course led from death into life, as He had promised. And He promises to lead us on that same course from death to life, from lament to joy.
Gospel: Luke 4:1-13 (Lent 1: Series C)

02/26/22

1 min read

By Peter Nafzger

As the greater and more faithful Son of God, Jesus did what the Israelites could not do. Neither can we.
Gospel: Luke 2:22-40 (Christmas 1: Series C)

12/19/21

1 min read

By Peter Nafzger

Luke does not say much else about Anna, especially in comparison to Simeon. But the fact that he mentions her suggests she has something to teach your hearers today.

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