Craft of Preaching

Gospel: Matthew 1:18-25 (Advent 4: Series A)

12/16/19

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By Peter Nafzger

Unlike Luke, who provides most of the parts for the children’s program (the shepherds, the angel hosts, the innkeeper, and the animals), Matthew’s version is rated “M” for mature.
Gospel: Matthew 11:2-15 (Advent 3: Series A)

12/09/19

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By Peter Nafzger

There he sat, awaiting his executioner. John looked around at what God and His Messiah were not doing, and even the greatest among those born of woman had his doubts. “Are you the one who is to come, or shall we look for another?”
Gospel: Matthew 3:1-12 (Advent 2: Series A)

12/02/19

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By Peter Nafzger

The problem is not that we are unrepentant. The problem is our contrition is too small.
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.

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