Craft of Preaching

Gospel: Matthew 24:36-44 (Advent 1: Series A)

11/25/19

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By Peter Nafzger

In the middle of [Jesus'] eschatological discourse, as He answers the disciples’ question about the end of the age, Jesus ushers in Noah. But what does Noah have to do with Advent?
Gospel: Luke 18:9-17 (Pentecost 20: Series C)

10/21/19

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By Peter Nafzger

Faithful celebration of the Reformation is possible only for those who understand they have nothing. Whose incapability and insufficiency are obvious and owned. Who recognize their dependence on God for all things. In other words, Reformation is for children.
Gospel: Luke 18:1-8 (Pentecost 19: Series C)

10/13/19

1 min read

By Peter Nafzger

I suggest preaching a sermon that directs attention away from the main characters. Instead, highlight for your hearers (and proclaim loudly and clearly) the promise of Jesus in this text.
Gospel: Luke 17:11-19 (Pentecost 18: Series C)

10/07/19

1 min read

By Peter Nafzger

This text gives us only a glimpse, a preview, of God’s plan in Christ to restore his broken creation to its physical and social perfection.
Gospel: Luke 17:1-10 (Pentecost 17: Series C)

09/30/19

1 min read

By Peter Nafzger

Imagine what it would be like if, when people in our community thought about this congregation, the first thing that came to mind was how forgiving we are.

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