Readings Psalm 24 * 2 Samuel 7:1–17 * 1 Corinthians 9:24—10:22 * Apology of the Augsburg Confession V:124–132 CommemorationToday we commemorate Johann Gerhard, Theologian. Born in Quedlinburg, Germany, in 1582, Gerhard would go on to become one of the most influential theologians of the Christian faith. A prolific author, Gerhard’s Loci Theologici* and many other writings, including sermons, are still widely published and read today.