On this episode of Preaching the Text, John Hoyum and Steve Paulson discuss the admiration for the temple expressed by the disciples to Jesus – as well as his response.

The Christian must always remember that personal piety and liturgical uniformity are by no means the marks of true religion.

As long as the church teaches the gospel, it will suffer persecution.

A crisis isn’t all bad. Crisis encourages us to recognize who we are and what is real. Ringside meets the Craft of Preaching with Dr. Bruce Schuchard exploring the crazy history of this sinful world and a preacher’s response to it. The Cross of Christ speaks volumes above anything that is offered as an empty solution. Come Lord Jesus!

Who is right in these crazy times? The only oppressed One who is not the oppressor: Jesus.

Everything normal for the Church of Christ is abnormal for those who reject Jesus as Savior. We worship a God who creates new life... and who gives His blessing, declaring, "I am pleased with you."

Nuance, listening, patience, dialogue. These things seem missing as we analyze our problems in America! We get to speak with a former police officer and current pastor, Tim Barkett, to hear his take from the perspective of those who serve. Great interview.

The image of the cross stands as central to Luther’s comfort for those who endure persecution.

This letter is not without controversy—not because of its content but due to questions concerning its authorship and canonicity.

You are in a fight, but the victory is guaranteed because it is in the hands of the risen Chief Shepherd.

The focus of 1 Peter on baptism is one that has puzzled many people.

While most of his letters were written as semi-private counsel and consolation, some, like the “Letter to the Christians of Miltenburg” were written openly for public consumption.