Working Preacher's Narrative Lectionary: Recent Episodes

Working Preacher from Luther Seminary

Working Preacher hosts "I Love to Tell the Story," an engaging conversation on upcoming Narrative Lectionary readings. Each episode is fun, informative, and creative—and will help you and your congregation become fluent in the first language of faith.

What does it mean to follow Jesus not as first-generation believers, but as the second, third, or fourth generation of the church?

In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, host Kathryn Schifferdecker welcomes Dr. Edward Piller, New Testament scholar and minister at Evesham Baptist Church in Worcestershire, England, for a rich conversation on the Narrative Lectionary's five-week summer series in 1 and 2 Timothy.

Dr. Piller brings pastoral wisdom and scholarly insight to bear on these often-overlooked letters, exploring what it means for a church community to inherit a living faith and pass it on. Together, Kathryn and Edward walk through all five weeks of the lectionary series, offering preachers a road map for each passage:

Week 1, 1 Timothy 1:12-17: Salvation as ongoing, daily experience, not a one-time event
Week 2, 1 Timothy 6:6-19: The call to pursue righteousness and "take hold of the life that really is life"
Week 3, 2 Timothy 1:1-14: Rekindling the gift of God, for individuals and for congregations
Week 4, 2 Timothy 2:8-15: The faithfulness of God even when we are faithless ("I hold and I am held")
Week 5, 2 Timothy 3 - 4: Scripture as living, breathing, dynamic word, and the final sign-off of a life well-lived in faith

Dr. Piller also reflects on preaching the epistles with personal vulnerability, the challenge of wealth and comfort in second-generation Christianity, and what it looks like to receive and pass on a living tradition.

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What happens when a story of radical loyalty meets a story of dangerous courage?

In this special summer series introduction, hosts Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker open the books of Ruth and Esther, the only two biblical books named for women, and explore why these compact, powerful narratives deserve a place at the center of your preaching and teaching.

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It's the final episode of the Narrative Lectionary year, and what a way to close: the arrival of the Spirit at Pentecost (Acts 2) paired with Paul's call to rejoice from prison (Philippians 4:4-7).

Rolf, Kathryn, and Karoline reflect on what makes this day so significant, and why it's not just a day on the calendar but a way of life.

In this episode:

Why Acts 2 isn't the Spirit's first appearance in Luke-Acts, and what makes Pentecost different
The Jewish Festival of Weeks (Shavuot/Pentecost) and why diaspora Jews from across the empire were gathered in Jerusalem
How Acts 1:8 functions as a "theme verse" for the entire book, and how Pentecost begins to fulfill it
The surprising pastoral comfort of Philippians 4 alongside the drama of Acts: "The Lord is near"
A word of encouragement for congregations who feel like Pentecost is someone else's story

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What does it mean to have "the mind of Christ"?

In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, hosts Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker are joined by scholar Karoline Lewis to explore one of the most beloved and theologically rich passages in all of Paul's letters: the Christ hymn of Philippians 2:1-13.

The conversation opens with Paul's appeal to a divided congregation: since there is encouragement in Christ, consolation from love, and sharing (koinonia) in the Spirit, the Philippians are called to unity and genuine humility. Ralph unpacks an important Greek grammatical point: the opening "if" is actually a second-class conditional, best translated as "since." The condition isn't in doubt; Paul is building on a foundation he and his readers already share.

From there, the hosts dig into the Christ hymn itself, examining how the incarnation functions as Paul's paradigm for Christian community. It isn't the resurrection or even primarily the crucifixion that Paul holds up here, but the incarnation: the moment God chose to enter human life not as a pharaoh or emperor, but as a servant. Caroline highlights how the call to "have the same mind" is an active, directional verb, pointing the community toward a specific vision of what it means to follow Jesus.

The episode closes with a reminder not to stop at the cross: the hymn ends in exaltation, with the bold counter-imperial declaration that Jesus Christ is Lord, not Caesar.

Whether you're preparing a sermon, leading a Bible study, or just wrestling with what Christian community looks like in an age of personal branding, this episode offers deep resources for reflection.

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What does it look like when a community takes on the mind of Christ?

In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, hosts Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker, along with Johannine scholar Karoline Lewis, dig into one of the most beloved and theologically rich passages in all of Paul's letters: the Christ hymn of Philippians 2:1-13.

In a culture that rewards self-promotion and personal branding, Paul's call to radical humility cuts against the grain. The hosts unpack why Paul reaches back to the incarnation (not the resurrection, not even the crucifixion) as the paradigm for Christian community, what it means that "every knee shall bow" in a world where Caesar claimed lordship, and why that second-class conditional in Greek matters more than you might think.

Enter the Bible: Was Paul the real founder of Christianity?
Commentary on Philippians 1:1-18a written by Timothy L. Adkins-Jones

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What do you do when you're surrounded by altars to gods you don't worship and one altar to a God nobody knows?

In this episode, hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and scholar Karoline Lewis explore Paul's remarkable sermon at the Areopagus in Athens (Acts 17), where he meets a sophisticated, curious culture on its own terms.

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When Paul and Silas land in a Philippian jail, beaten, chained, and singing, they model something the early church understood deeply: that faithfulness to God sometimes means refusing to play by the empire's rules.

In this episode, Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis unpack Acts 16:16-34, tracing the clash between the gospel and the powers of Rome, the surprising story of a slave girl with a "spirit of a python," and what it looks like to respond to violence with pacifism and praise.

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What happens when the last person you'd trust becomes the one God chooses? In Acts 9, Saul, the man "breathing threats and murder" against the early church, is stopped in his tracks on the road to Damascus. But the real drama might belong to Ananias, the ordinary believer asked to welcome his worst enemy and call him brother.

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"Unless I see the wounds… I will not believe."

Thomas gets a bad reputation, but this passage is about something far more profound than doubt. In John 20:19–31, the resurrected Jesus appears twice: once to the disciples huddled behind locked doors, and a week later to Thomas. In doing so, he reveals a stunning truth: the risen Christ still bears the marks of the cross.

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Mary Magdalene goes to the tomb alone — not to anoint, not to prepare, but simply to grieve. And what she finds there changes everything. In this Easter Sunday episode, hosts Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker are joined by Johannine scholar Karoline Lewis to explore one of the most intimate resurrection encounters in all of Scripture.

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What does it mean that Jesus died at the exact hour the Passover lambs were being slaughtered? And why did John include such specific, seemingly minor details — unbroken bones, blood and water, a burial garden — in his account of the crucifixion? In this Good Friday episode, hosts Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker are joined by Johannine scholar Karoline Lewis to unpack the rich theological layers woven into John 19.

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It Is Finished.

What did Jesus mean when he said "It is finished"? Was it defeat — or completion? In this Maundy Thursday episode of I Love to Tell the Story, hosts Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker are joined by Johannine scholar Karoline Lewis to unpack three of the seven last words of Jesus as recorded uniquely in John's Gospel. Drawing from John 19:23–30, they explore the profound theological layers woven into Jesus' final moments on the cross — and why John's telling is unlike any other.

This episode is ideal for preachers, ministry leaders, and Bible study groups preparing for Maundy Thursday and Good Friday. Whether you're preaching the Seven Last Words, walking a congregation through John's extended Passion narrative, or simply seeking richer engagement with the crucifixion story, this conversation offers scholarly depth and pastoral warmth in equal measure.

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In this episode of the 'I Love to Tell the Story' podcast, hosts Rolf Jacobson, Karoline Lewis, and Kathryn Schifferdecker delve into the narrative of John 19, focusing on the trial of Jesus before Pilate. They explore the complexities of Pilate's character, the political dynamics at play, and the profound choices presented to both the characters in the story and the listeners. The discussion highlights themes of power, judgment, and the choice between light and darkness, ultimately reflecting on the nature of kingship and the human condition.

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In this episode of 'I Love to Tell the Story', hosts Rolf Jacobson, Karoline Lewis, and Kathryn Schifferdecker discuss the readings for Palm Sunday, focusing on the symbolism of the triumphal entry in John 12 and the crucifixion narrative in John 19. They explore themes of honor and shame in the Roman context, Jesus' identity as King, and the significance of his final words. The conversation emphasizes the importance of listening to Jesus' voice and recognizing his kingship, even in the face of suffering and death.

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What is Truth?

In this episode of the 'I Love to Tell the Story' podcast, hosts Karoline Lewis, Rolf Jacobson, and Kathryn Schifferdecker explore the themes of kingship, power, and truth as presented in the Gospel of John, particularly focusing on Jesus' trial before Pilate. They discuss the contrast between worldly power and the kingdom of Jesus, the nature of truth, and the choices presented to the people during this pivotal moment in the narrative.

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"I Am Not": Peter's Denial and the Crisis of Discipleship | John 18:12-27

In this Third Sunday of Lent episode, Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis explore Peter's denial in John's Gospel—a moment that reveals something deeper than we often recognize. Unlike the synoptic gospels where Peter denies knowing Jesus, John's account presents a more profound crisis: Peter denies his own identity as a disciple.

The hosts unpack how John's unique telling positions Peter's three denials ("I am not") against Jesus' bold declarations of identity ("I am") happening simultaneously inside Annas's courtyard. While Jesus speaks openly before authorities, Peter—interrogated by a servant woman at the gate—cannot claim who he truly is. The garden reference, unique to John's Gospel, connects this moment back to the place of intimacy and friendship where Jesus often met with his disciples, making Peter's denial even more poignant.

Karoline Lewis highlights crucial details that preachers might miss: the gatekeeper who questions Peter is the feminine version of the gatekeeper in John 10 who recognizes the good shepherd, yet here Peter is not known. The charcoal fire warming Peter appears again in John 21 when the resurrected Jesus prepares breakfast and restores Peter through the threefold "do you love me?" question—offering redemption rather than shame.

Rolf shares a powerful sermon illustration from Will Willimon about hearing "the cock crow" after witnessing racism and failing to act, connecting Peter's denial to our own moments when we fail to follow Jesus in the face of injustice. The episode challenges listeners to consider: When do we deny our own discipleship? When do we fail to be who Jesus has called us to be?

This episode is essential listening for pastors preparing Lenten sermons, Bible study leaders, seminary students, and anyone seeking to understand the distinctive features of John's passion narrative as we enter the heart of the Lenten season.

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Join hosts Rolf Jacobson, Karoline Lewis, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for an intimate exploration of John 13:1-17, where Jesus washes his disciples' feet on the final night before his crucifixion. This episode unpacks one of the Gospel of John's most profound acts of love—a moment that transforms our understanding of servanthood, sacrifice, and what it means to love "to the end."

Discover why the foot washing appears after dinner rather than at arrival, what connects this scene to Mary's anointing of Jesus in John 12, and why this act of love is directed toward both faithful disciples and those who will betray and deny him. Karoline Lewis explains the unique chronology of John's Gospel, where chapters 13-17 cover a single night—the same narrative space that chapters 1-12 use for three years of ministry.

In This Episode:

The cultural context of foot washing and why Jesus performs this act after the meal
How Mary's anointing of Jesus in John 12 foreshadows and connects to the foot washing
Why there's no Lord's Supper in John's Gospel and what replaces it
The theological significance of "loved them to the end" (εἰς τέλος - eis telos)
Why Jesus washes the feet of Judas (his betrayer) and Peter (his denier)
The relationship between the foot washing and the love commandment
Personal stories of servanthood that embody Jesus' example
Whether foot washing should be considered a sacrament

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It is through Jesus that one becomes identified as insider or outsider.

Join hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker with Johannine scholar, Karoline Lewis for an unexpected take on Ash Wednesday through John 10:1-21, the Good Shepherd discourse.

Karoline reveals a crucial connection: Jesus' Good Shepherd discourse is his own interpretation of the healing of the man born blind in John 9. The man has already lived out this imagery—following Jesus' voice despite opposition and finding abundant life. This isn't abstract theology; it's enacted truth the listeners just witnessed.

Why This Text for Ash Wednesday?

While typically an Easter season passage, John 10 speaks powerfully to Lenten themes. Jesus' statement "I lay down my life in order to take it up again" (v. 17) previews the passion we're journeying toward. Ash Wednesday confronts us with mortality, yet this text paradoxically points beyond death to resurrection and abundant life.

The shepherd metaphor carries messianic weight—"shepherd" was royal language in the ancient Near East. When Jesus declares "I am the good shepherd," he's making claims about divine kingship his audience would immediately recognize.

This text overflows with themes: abundant life, sacrificial love, discipleship, dual shepherd/gate imagery. The hosts discuss focusing strategies for a single sermon, addressing the pastoral challenge of the hired hand reference, and connecting Jesus' garden arrest to this discourse—where he both protects his disciples and surrenders himself, acting as both gate and shepherd.

Perfect for pastors, ministry leaders, seminary students, and anyone following the Narrative Lectionary.

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Join hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis as they explore The Man Born Blind (John 9:1-41).

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Such love is not about sentiment but about action for the beloved.

Join Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis as they explore one of the most profound narratives in John's Gospel: the raising of Lazarus (John 11:1-44). This episode examines the seventh and final sign in John's Gospel—a passage that reveals not only Jesus's power over death but also his deep solidarity with human grief and loss.

The hosts unpack why this 44-verse narrative dedicates so much space to grief and death itself, rather than rushing to the miraculous sign. Caroline Lewis highlights a crucial theological insight: Jesus declares "I am the resurrection and the life"—two distinct promises, not one. Resurrection points to our future hope, while "the life" speaks to abundant life available in relationship with Jesus here and now.

The episode explores the poignant words spoken by both Martha and Mary: "Lord, if you had been here, my brother would not have died." This lament echoes through our own experiences of loss and absence. The hosts discuss the significance of Jesus weeping—not just shedding a tear, but sobbing, crying an "ugly cry" over death's reality.

The hosts offer concrete suggestions for proclamation, including the use of reader's theater scripts to bring the multiple voices to life, considering breaking up the reading with brief preaching segments, and remembering not to ask congregants to stand for the entire lengthy gospel reading. They discuss how this passage serves powerfully at funerals, offering the promise that the Good Shepherd will call our names even when we are "deader than dead."

This episode is essential listening for pastors preparing Lent 1 sermons (February 22, 2026), ministry leaders facilitating Bible studies on John's Gospel, and anyone seeking deeper understanding of how Jesus meets us in our grief and loss.

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Walking in Faith: Healing Stories in John's Gospel

Join hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis as they explore two powerful healing narratives from the Gospel of John. In this episode, they examine Jesus healing the royal official's son (John 4:46-54) and the man ill for 38 years (John 5:1-18), uncovering what these signs reveal about faith, obedience, and life in relationship with Jesus.

Key Insights:

The importance of following Jesus' word even before seeing results
How translation choices affect our understanding (Greek present tense: "your son lives" vs. "will live")
Why Jesus sometimes seems uncompassionate before healing
The pattern in John's Gospel: sign → dialogue → discourse
Living in the "not yet" of faith while walking toward promise
How signs point beyond themselves to Jesus' identity and the abundance of relationship

Rolf offers personal reflections on what it means to believe Jesus' word while walking through uncertainty, comparing the official's journey home to experiences of waiting through medical crises. Karoline, as a Johannine scholar, explains why Jesus challenges the crowd's focus on signs and wonders (verse 48), connecting this healing to the Nicodemus encounter and forward to later chapters.

The episode traces Jesus' movement between Galilee and Jerusalem throughout John's Gospel, noting how these healing stories bookend different geographical locations—Cana in Galilee and Jerusalem—while developing consistent themes about belief, obedience, and the life Jesus offers.

Perfect for:

Pastors preparing sermons for February 8, 2026 (Narrative Lectionary)
Bible study leaders exploring John's Gospel
Anyone wrestling with what it means to believe before seeing
Seminary students and ministry leaders seeking scholarly insights on
Johannine healing narratives

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Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker and Karoline Lewis explore the woman at the well—one of the New Testament's most transformative encounters. This episode unpacks how an unnamed Samaritan woman becomes the first person to receive Jesus' explicit "I am" declaration.

The Readers' Theater script referred to in this episode is available for download here: https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NL424_John4_script.pdf

Key Discussion Points:

Correcting Misreadings: The woman is NOT immoral or "a woman of ill repute." The hosts challenge false assumptions about her five husbands and emphasize staying with what's actually in the text.
Old Testament Type Scene: The well setting echoes betrothal scenes (Jacob/Rachel, Moses/Zipporah), but Jesus subverts expectations—this meeting leads to spiritual rebirth and witness, not marriage.
Transformation Through Misunderstanding: Like Nicodemus with "born from above," the woman initially misunderstands "living water." But her openness moves her further in faith than Nicodemus—from confusion to recognizing Jesus as prophet to becoming a witness.
She Left Her Water Jar: A powerful detail showing her transformation. She came to draw water but leaves with living water and a new vocation.
First "I Am" Statement: Verse 26 contains Jesus' first absolute "I am" (ego eimi) in John's Gospel—given to a Samaritan woman, not to Jewish leaders. This echoes God's self-revelation to Moses in Exodus 3.
Harvest Imagery: In the Passover agricultural context, Jesus teaches that the fields are already ripe for harvest—the woman just demonstrated immediate witness rather than waiting.
"Savior of the World": The only time "savior" appears in John's Gospel, spoken by Samaritans after abiding with Jesus.
Worship Planning Tip: Given the passage's length (42 verses), use reader's theater rather than a single reader. A script is available here: https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/NL424_John4_script.pdf

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Join hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis as they explore one of Scripture's most famous passages: Jesus' nighttime conversation with Nicodemus in John 3:1-21. This episode unpacks the Third Sunday after Epiphany text from the Narrative Lectionary, examining the encounter that contains perhaps the Bible's most well-known verse—John 3:16.

The hosts dive deep into what it truly means to be "born from above" (anothen in Greek), clarifying common misconceptions about this phrase often translated as "born again." Karoline Lewis, a Johannine scholar, explains how belief (pisteuō) in John's Gospel functions not as cognitive assent but as an active relationship with Jesus—always a verb, never just a noun. The conversation explores how eternal life in John isn't merely about the afterlife but describes the abundant life possible now through relationship with God and Jesus (John 17:3).

Discover why Nicodemus, a leader of the Jews, comes to Jesus under cover of darkness—a detail that contrasts sharply with the woman at the well who meets Jesus in broad daylight. The hosts examine the narrative function of misunderstanding in John's Gospel, showing how Nicodemus's confusion (and similar misunderstandings by the Samaritan woman, the man born blind, and even Thomas) serves as an invitation into deeper theological revelation.

This episode addresses critical preaching challenges: How do we interpret John 3:16 beyond football game signs? What does it mean for traditions that practice infant baptism to engage with "born from above" language? The hosts trace Nicodemus's character arc throughout John's Gospel, from his nighttime visit in chapter 3, to his defense of Jesus in chapter 7, to his anointing of Jesus' body in chapter 19.

Special attention is given to verse 19's crucial claim: God sent Jesus not to condemn the world but to save it, yet judgment comes through humanity's choice of darkness over light. This framing helps preachers connect ancient text with contemporary ministry, addressing how sin functions as a condition of separation from God rather than merely individual moral failings.

Drawing on Craig Koester's forthcoming commentary on John and scholarly research on the Greek term anothen, this episode equips pastors and ministry leaders with tools for sermon preparation that balance academic rigor with accessibility for congregational settings.

TIMECODES:

00:00 Introduction to Nicodemus and John 3:16

03:05 Understanding Belief and Eternal Life in John

05:52 The Encounter Between Jesus and Nicodemus

09:07 Misunderstandings and Revelations in the Gospel

12:08 The Journey of Nicodemus

13:29 Conclusion and Reflections on the Narrative Lectionary

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Join hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis as they explore one of the most pivotal yet frequently misunderstood passages in John's Gospel—the cleansing of the temple. Why does John place this dramatic event at the beginning of Jesus' ministry instead of during Holy Week like the synoptic gospels? The answer reveals something profound about where God's presence truly dwells.

In this episode of "I Love to Tell the Story," the hosts unpack John 2:13-25, examining how this passage differs significantly from its synoptic counterparts. Rather than simply critiquing temple corruption, John uses this incident to make a theological statement about Jesus himself as the new location of God's presence. When Jesus declares, "Destroy this temple and in three days I will raise it up," he's pointing toward his resurrection and redefining where humanity encounters the divine.

The conversation addresses critical pastoral concerns, including how to preach John's Gospel responsibly given its history of misuse to justify anti-Semitism. The hosts emphasize Jesus' identity as a faithful Jewish male who observed Passover and the pilgrimage festivals, helping preachers counter supersessionist interpretations while honoring the text's theological claims.

Key insights include the significance of John's three Passover references (establishing Jesus' three-year ministry), the pattern of misunderstanding that characterizes responses to Jesus throughout the gospel, and the meaning of Greek terms like "pisteuō" (believe/entrust) in verse 24. The hosts also tackle contemporary applications, warning against the commodification of religion—from first-century money changers to modern prosperity gospel preachers who treat God's grace as something that can be bought and sold.

Whether you're preparing Sunday's sermon, leading Bible study, or deepening your own understanding of John's unique theological perspective, this episode offers scholarly insight made accessible for ministry contexts. Discover how John 2:13-25 proclaims good news: God's presence is not confined to religious institutions or controlled by religious authorities, but is freely available to everyone in Jesus Christ.

TIMECODES:

00:00 Introduction to the Temple Cleansing

03:13 Understanding Jesus' Actions in the Temple

05:59 The Significance of Jesus' Presence in Jerusalem

09:11 The Good News Beyond the Temple

10:26 Law and Gospel in the Context of the Temple

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Join Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis as they explore Jesus' first miracle in the Gospel of John—the wedding at Cana. This episode unpacks the theological significance of John's "Book of Signs" and what it means that Jesus inaugurates his public ministry not with fasting or wilderness temptation, but with overflowing wine at a celebration.

Key Themes Explored:

The Book of Signs: Understanding John's unique structure (chapters 1-12) and how the seven signs point to Jesus' identity and the grace he offers
Grace Upon Grace: How the abundance at Cana—six stone jars holding 20-30 gallons each, filled to the brim with the best wine—embodies John 1:16's promise of grace upon grace
Honor and Shame: The cultural context of first-century Palestinian weddings and how Jesus' intervention saves a family from public disgrace
The Role of Jesus' Mother: Mary's unique presence in John's Gospel, appearing only at the beginning and end of Jesus' public ministry, and her profound recognition of who Jesus is
Signs vs. Miracles: Why John calls these events "signs" (σημεῖα) rather than miracles—they point beyond the act itself to reveal God's presence and power

Why This Matters for Preaching:

The hosts discuss how this narrative offers multiple homiletical directions: the experience of abundance in our lives, the removal of shame through Christ's compassion, and the call to "do whatever he tells you"—a pattern that continues throughout John's Gospel where obedience to Jesus leads to transformation and abundance.

Karoline Lewis brings her expertise in Johannine literature to illuminate how this first sign sets the pattern for Jesus' entire ministry in John and how it differs significantly from the synoptic gospels' approach to Jesus' early ministry.

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Join hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis as they explore the calling of Jesus' first disciples in John 1:35-51 for the Second Sunday of Christmas and the beginning of Epiphany. This episode delves into the powerful questions that frame discipleship in John's Gospel: "What are you looking for?" and "Can anything good come out of Nazareth?"

Discover how the verb "finding" shapes this narrative—Andrew finding Simon Peter, Philip finding Nathanael—and what it means that we are both found by Christ and called to invite others to "come and see." The hosts explore John's favorite concept of "abiding" (menō in Greek), tracing how Jesus' invitation to "come and see where I am staying" echoes throughout the Gospel, from the woman at the well to the resurrection appearances.

Karoline Lewis illuminates how John uniquely holds together Jesus' full divinity and full humanity—the Word made flesh who comes from both God and Nazareth. Rolf Jacobson offers a fascinating deep dive into Messianic exegesis, connecting Nathanael's fig tree encounter to Zechariah's prophecy about the "branch" and revealing the Hebrew wordplay behind "Nazareth" (netzer). Kathryn Schifferdecker traces the Jacob's ladder imagery from Genesis 28 to Jesus' promise that disciples will see "angels ascending and descending upon the Son of Man."

Whether you're preparing a sermon for Christmas or Epiphany, leading Bible study, or seeking deeper understanding of John's Gospel, this episode offers rich theological insights and practical applications for contemporary Christian life and ministry.

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The conversation explores first-century Jewish apocalyptic expectations, drawing on scholarly work about messianic figures and prophetic forerunners. Discover why John's Gospel omits the heavenly voice at Jesus's baptism—because Jesus doesn't need confirmation of his identity. Instead, the baptism becomes John the Baptist's moment of witness, setting up the gospel's major theme: discipleship as testimony.

Whether you're preparing Sunday's sermon, leading Bible study, or deepening your understanding of John's unique theological perspective, this episode offers rich insights into witness, identity, and relationship with God. Perfect for preachers, lay leaders, and anyone seeking to understand how John's Christmas season texts invite us to "behold" Emmanuel—God with us.

Episode Highlights:

John the Baptist as witness rather than Elijah or "the prophet"
The meaning of "Lamb of God" in Johannine theology
Why Jesus's baptism in John serves a different purpose than in the synoptics
First-century Jewish messianic expectations and apocalyptic figures
"Sin" as separation from God versus moral failure
The "come and see" invitation throughout John's gospel

TIMECODES:

00:00 Introduction to the Gospel of John

03:05 The Role of John the Baptist

05:50 Witnessing and Testifying to Jesus

09:12 Understanding Sin and Relationship with God

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Join hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester as they explore the beloved Christmas story from Luke 2 in this special Christmas Eve and Christmas Day episode. While the Narrative Lectionary typically follows the Gospel of John this year, the hosts return to Luke's account because "you got to have the shepherds and the angels at Christmas." This conversation moves beyond sentimentality to reveal the cosmic significance of Christ's birth and its enduring power to speak to experiences of both homecoming and dislocation.

TIMECODES:

00:00 Christmas Reflections: Homecoming and Tradition

02:52 The Significance of Dislocation and Divine Presence

06:08 Hospitality and the Cosmic Nature of Christmas

09:00 The Fulfillment of Promises and the Birth of a Savior

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Join hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester as they explore John's magnificent prologue for the Fourth Sunday of Advent (December 21st). This episode examines one of Scripture's most eloquent passages - the opening 18 verses of John's Gospel that present a cosmic perspective on the incarnation.

The hosts dive deep into the poetic and hymnic qualities of John's prologue, contrasting its cosmic, awe-inspiring message with the traditional nativity narratives. Rather than focusing on shepherds and mangers, this passage presents the Word becoming flesh in ethereal, almost haunting language that integrates both mind and heart.

This episode unpacks the multi-dimensional concept of "zoe" (life) in Greek, which encompasses physical existence, relational connection with God, communal belonging, and resurrection promise. The hosts trace how this theme of life runs throughout John's entire Gospel - from "God so loved the world" in John 3:16 to Jesus declaring "I am the way, the truth, and the life."

The discussion explores the profound imagery of light and darkness, emphasizing how people are naturally drawn to the light of Christmas Eve candles as an embodiment of humanity's deep longing for relationship with God. As Augustine wrote, "You have created us for yourself and our hearts are restless until they rest in you."

TIMECODES:

00:00 Introduction to the Prologue of John's Gospel

02:52 The Cosmic Perspective of Jesus' Significance

06:06 Exploring the Theme of Life in John's Gospel

08:50 The Multidimensional Nature of Life

12:07 The Relationship Between Humanity and the Divine

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Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for the Third Sunday of Advent as they explore Isaiah 55:1-13, a climactic prophetic word from the end of Second Isaiah that offers hope at the close of exile.

This episode examines the vivid marketplace imagery of God's free invitation—"Come, buy wine and milk without money and without price"—and unpacks how this passage bridges exile and restoration while pointing toward the incarnation in John's Gospel.

Key Themes Explored:

The marketplace imagery of Isaiah 55 and its evocative call to spiritual nourishment
God's everlasting covenant with David and its messianic significance
The shift from literal food to spiritual sustenance and hope
How covenant relationship transforms celebration beyond surface-level feasting
The expansion of God's covenant to include all nations, not just Israel
Connections between Advent themes and Isaiah's vision of restoration

TIMECODES:

00:00 Hope in Exile: The Message of Isaiah 55

03:01 The Invitation to Spiritual Nourishment

06:33 Feasting and Relationship: Beyond the Surface

08:48 Covenant and Inclusion: A Universal Message

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When everything feels dead and hope seems lost, can dry bones live again?

In this powerful episode for the Second Sunday of Advent, hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester explore Ezekiel's stunning vision of the valley of dry bones—a message of hope for exiles who believed they were completely cut off from God.

The conversation unpacks the rich Hebrew word "ruach" (spirit/breath/wind) that runs throughout Ezekiel 37, revealing how God promises to breathe new life into seemingly hopeless situations. Unlike Jeremiah who wrote from Jerusalem to the exiles, Ezekiel himself was living in exile, speaking directly into the despair of a displaced people whose city had been destroyed and who felt abandoned by God.

This isn't just ancient history. Whether you're an individual feeling spiritually dried up, or part of a congregation that seems to have lost its vitality, this text speaks directly to that despair. As the hosts emphasize, the Israelites' lament—"our bones are dried up, our hope is lost, we are cut off completely"—represents the deepest kind of spiritual crisis. Yet God's response through Ezekiel is a vivid, visual promise: I will put my Spirit within you, and you shall live.

The discussion highlights how Advent functions as a season of holy waiting and exile, longing for home. Kathryn notes Michael Chan's powerful observation that "Ezekiel's audience lives life with an open wound," and that the journey to genuine hope begins with "a hard stare into the eyes of truth."

This isn't false optimism—it's hope grounded in the God of life who has the power to bring resurrection even from death-dealing situations.

Whether you're preparing a sermon, teaching a Bible study, or seeking personal encouragement, this episode offers both scholarly insight and pastoral wisdom for one of Scripture's most memorable visions of hope.

TIMECODES:

00:00 Advent Life and Exile

02:54 Ezekiel's Vision of Hope

05:52 The Power of God in Despair

09:00 Understanding Yahweh's Promise

11:07 Hope Amidst Exile

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Join Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester as they explore Daniel 3:1 [2-7] 8-30 for the First Sunday of Advent (November 30, 2025).

This episode kicks off the Advent season, a season of hope and reflection. It offers lessons from the Book of Daniel on exile, hope, martyrdom, and humor/satire as one way to exercise faithfulness in the face of authority.

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Follow along with the commentary on Daniel 3 written by Mark Hamilton at https://workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/daniel-the-fiery-furnace/commentary-on-daniel-31-2-7-8-30-2.

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Join Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester as they explore Jeremiah 29:1, 4-14 for Christ the King Sunday (November 23, 2025). This powerful episode examines Jeremiah's shocking letter to the Babylonian exiles, where God calls His people not to resist, but to settle down, build homes, and seek the welfare of the very city that conquered them.

The hosts unpack the jarring nature of Jeremiah's message—marry, have children, pray for Babylon—in contrast to the rage expressed in Psalm 137. They explore how this ancient text speaks to anyone finding themselves in an unexpected place or life circumstance, offering hope through one of Scripture's most famous promises: "For surely I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans for your welfare and not for harm, to give you a future with hope" (Jeremiah 29:11).

This episode offers fresh perspective on exile, hope, and what it means to live faithfully in a mixed society while maintaining covenant relationship with God. Perfect preparation for Advent's themes of hope and waiting.

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Follow along with the commentary on Jeremiah 29:1, 4-14 written by Michael J. Chan at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/jeremiahs-letter-to-exiles/commentary-on-jeremiah-291-4-14-6.

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Join Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester as they explore Isaiah 9 in this week's Narrative Lectionary podcast. Moving from the northern prophets to the southern kingdom, the hosts examine Isaiah's vision of hope and justice centered in Jerusalem.

This familiar passage—"For unto us a child is born"—is often associated with Advent and Handel's Messiah, but what did it mean in its original context? The conversation unpacks Isaiah's prophecy during a time of Assyrian invasion, the connection to King Hezekiah's reign, and the enduring themes of justice (mishpat) and righteousness (tzedekah) that echo through the prophetic tradition.

The hosts wrestle with the tension between Isaiah's vision of endless peace and our present reality of ongoing conflict. How do we hold both the promise of Christ's birth and the "not yet" fulfillment of complete peace? Discover how prophetic hope functions not as self-generated optimism, but as a shaft of light piercing the darkness—God's future breaking into our present and pulling us forward.

This episode offers fresh perspective on a well-known text, connecting it to David's covenant, the broader prophetic witness, and the already-but-not-yet reality of God's kingdom.

TIMECODES: 00:00 Introduction to Isaiah and Prophetic Themes 03:05 The Context of Isaiah's Message 05:58 The Dissonance of Promise and Reality 09:01 Hope Amidst Darkness

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Follow along with the commentary on Isaiah 9:1-7 written by Mark Hamilton at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/isaiah-a-child-is-born/commentary-on-isaiah-91-7-5.

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Join Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester as they explore the powerful message of the prophet Amos in this week's episode of I Love to Tell the Story, a podcast on the Narrative Lectionary for November 9th, 2025.

The prophet Amos brings one of the most challenging messages in Scripture—calling out the disconnect between religious observance and social justice. Though he was a farmer from the Southern Kingdom, Amos was sent to speak truth to power in the Northern Kingdom around 760-780 BCE. His ministry may have lasted only two years, but his words continue to resonate today.

In this episode, we discuss: * The meaning of "The Lord roars from Zion" and Amos's prophetic mission * The dangerous disconnect between piety and justice * What biblical justice (mishpat) and righteousness (tzedek) really mean * Why Amos declares "I hate, I despise your festivals" * The call to "let justice roll down like waters and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream" * How this message connects to modern calls for justice, including Martin Luther King Jr.'s use of Amos

As one of the hosts shares: "If you like the prophet Amos, you don't understand him." This episode will challenge you to examine the gap between religious practice and care for the vulnerable in our own time.

TIMECODES: 00:00 Introduction to Amos and Contextual Background 02:47 The Call for Justice and Social Awareness 05:51 Understanding Justice and Righteousness 08:51 The Nature of Seeking God 12:18 Conclusion and Reflection on Amos' Message 14:21 Outro

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Follow along with the commentary on Amos 1:1-2; 5:14-15, 21-24 written by Mark Hamilton at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/amos-justice-rolls-down/commentary-on-amos-11-2-514-15-21-24-4.

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In this episode of "I Love to Tell the Story," hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester explore one of the most dramatic narratives in the Hebrew Bible: Elijah's journey to Mount Horeb and his encounter with God in the "sound of sheer silence" (or "still small voice").

After his dramatic victory over the prophets of Baal on Mount Carmel, the prophet Elijah flees from Queen Jezebel's threats and travels from the northern territories all the way to Mount Horeb in the south—literally going "off the map." Exhausted and despairing, Elijah asks God to take his life, claiming he alone is left faithful to God.

But God has other plans. In a powerful theophany (divine appearance), God shows Elijah that the divine presence is not in the mighty wind, earthquake, or fire—as it was for Moses—but in the sound of sheer silence. God redirects the self-righteous prophet back to his calling, reminding him that he's not alone and that his work isn't finished yet.

The hosts discuss how this passage functions as a mirror for our own tendencies toward self-righteousness, the importance of reading it dramatically to capture its emotional depth, and how God's gracious persistence calls us out of ourselves and into service for others.

TIMECODES: 00:00 Introduction to the Narrative Lectionary 02:06 Elijah's Journey and Emotional Turmoil 08:16 God's Communication and the Theophany 11:49 Elijah's Vocation and God's Call 12:47 Conclusion and Reflection on God's Grace

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Follow along with the commentary on 1 Kings 19:1-18 written by Mark Hamilton at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/god-speaks-to-elijah/commentary-on-1-kings-191-18-5.

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Join Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester on "I Love to Tell the Story" as they explore the narrative lectionary reading for October 26th, focusing on the building of Solomon's Temple from 1 Kings 8:1-13.

In this episode, the hosts discuss the transition from King David's reign to his son Solomon, who fulfills David's vision of building a permanent temple for worship. They examine how the temple serves as a central place where God's presence is "intensified" while not confining God to a single location - similar to how we understand the sacraments today.

Key topics covered: * The significance of the Ark of the Covenant and the stone tablets at the temple's heart * How the covenant relationship ("I will be your God, you will be my people") remains central to worship * The connection between this reading and Reformation Sunday * Personal reflections on visiting St. Peter's Basilica and the Church of the Holy Sepulcher * The importance of communal worship versus privatized religion * How sacred spaces connect us to the communion of saints across centuries

The hosts bring their expertise from Luther Seminary to illuminate how this ancient story speaks to contemporary questions about worship, community, and God's presence among us.

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Follow along with the commentary on 1 Kings 5:1-5; 8:1-13 written by Amy G. Oden at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/solomons-temple-2/commentary-on-1-kings-51-5-81-13-4.

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Join hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester as they dive deep into one of the most compelling stories from the Hebrew Bible - the call and anointing of David from 1 Samuel 16:1-13, paired with the powerful verses from Psalm 51 about creating a clean heart.

In this episode, we explore: * Why Samuel's mission to anoint David was an act of treason * The dramatic irony of Samuel falling into the same trap he's warned against - judging by appearances * The ancient symbolism of shepherds as kings throughout the Near East * How God's value system clashes with human expectations of leadership * The Hebrew understanding of "heart" as the seat of wisdom and discernment, not just emotion * Why the youngest son pattern appears throughout Scripture * How David's capacity for repentance becomes more important than his perfection

This podcast explores the Narrative Lectionary, offering fresh insights into familiar Bible stories and their relevance for today's world. Whether you're a pastor preparing for Sunday, a student of Scripture, or someone seeking deeper understanding of these ancient texts, this conversation will challenge how you think about leadership, calling, and God's surprising choices.

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Follow along with the commentary on 1 Samuel 16:1-13; Psalm 51:10-14 written by Amy G. Oden at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/god-calls-david/commentary-on-1-samuel-161-13-psalm-5110-14-4.

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Welcome to "I Love to Tell the Story," a podcast exploring the Narrative Lectionary! In this episode for October 12th, 2025, hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferducker, and Craig Koester dive into 1 Samuel 3 - the powerful story of God calling the young boy Samuel.

Join us as we explore: * The crisis of leadership in ancient Israel at the end of the judges era * Why Samuel didn't initially recognize God's voice calling him * The challenging truth-telling ministry Samuel was called to, including confronting his mentor Eli * How God's persistent calling doesn't depend on our ability but on God's faithfulness * What it means to be a "trustworthy prophet" who speaks difficult truths * The ongoing vocation of listening that defines prophetic ministry * How all Christians are called through baptism to various forms of ministry and witness

This episode tackles the uncomfortable reality that sometimes God calls us to speak truth to power, even when it's difficult or involves confronting corruption. The hosts remind us that everyone - not just pastors - has callings from God in multiple areas of life.

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Here is Kathryn's commentary from 2014: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-13/commentary-on-genesis-221-14-5.

Follow along with the commentary on 1 Samuel 3:1-21 written by Amy G. Oden at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/god-calls-samuel/commentary-on-1-samuel-31-21-4.

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Join hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis on this episode of "I Love to Tell the Story," a podcast on the narrative lectionary for October 5th, 2025, as they explore the powerful story of manna in Exodus 16.

After the Israelites' dramatic exodus from Egypt, they find themselves hungry and complaining in the wilderness, longing for the "flesh pots of Egypt." But God responds to their grumbling with miraculous provision - sending quail for meat and manna, the mysterious "bread from heaven" that would sustain them for 40 years.

Our hosts dive deep into this foundational story, exploring themes of freedom versus security, God's faithful provision, and what it means to trust God day by day. Catherine connects this ancient story to Jesus' "Bread of Life" discourse in John 6, while Ralph shares insights about the "manna economy" - where everyone has enough and no one lacks.

Discover how this wilderness story reveals both human nature and God's character as the ultimate provider, and learn why the manna stopped only when Israel was ready to enter the promised land.

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Follow along with the commentary on Exodus 16:1-18 written by Amy G. Oden at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/god-provides-manna/commentary-on-exodus-161-18-4.

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Join Profs. Rolf Jacob, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis on "I Love to Tell the Story" as they explore the pivotal moment when God reveals the divine name to Moses at the burning bush. In this episode covering the fourth Sunday of the Narrative Lectionary (September 28), our hosts dive deep into Exodus 2:23-3:15, examining Moses' call and the profound revelation of God's name as "I AM."

This episode unpacks the gospel message embedded in the Old Testament - how God hears, remembers, looks, and takes notice of suffering. The hosts discuss the relational nature of God's covenant with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and explore the significance of God's willingness to reveal the divine name as an act of intimacy and commitment.

Key topics covered: * The preparation for Moses' call through the women in his life * God's response to Israel's cry for help in slavery * The mystery and meaning of God's name "I AM WHO I AM" * Connections to John's Gospel and Jesus' "I AM" statements * Moses' reluctance and excuses when called by God * The importance of curiosity and willingness to "turn aside and see"

Whether you're a pastor preparing for Sunday worship, a Bible study leader, or someone interested in narrative theology, this conversation offers fresh insights into one of the most significant encounters between God and humanity in Scripture.

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Follow along with the commentary on Exodus 2:23-25; 3:1-15; 4:10-17 written by Justin Michael Reed at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/gods-name-is-revealed/commentary-on-exodus-223-25-31-15-410-17-3.

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Welcome to I Love to Tell the Story, a podcast on the narrative lectionary! In this episode for September 21, 2025, hosts Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis dive deep into the complex story of Jacob stealing his brother Esau's blessing with the help of his mother Rebecca.

This episode explores the third week of the narrative lectionary cycle, examining one of the most morally complex stories in Genesis.

Our hosts discuss: * The dysfunctional family dynamics in Genesis and what they reveal about humanity * Jacob as a "trickster" figure and the consequences of deception * The theological significance of God meeting Jacob at Bethel when he had nothing but a stone for a pillow * How this Old Testament story connects to John 1:50-51 and Jesus as the place where heaven and earth meet * The contrast between trying to "box God in" versus recognizing God's presence in daily life

The conversation reveals how these ancient stories continue to speak truth about both God's character and human nature, showing how God works with and through flawed people throughout salvation history.

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Follow along with the commentary on Genesis 27:1-4, 15-23; 28:10-17 written by Justin Michael Reed at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/jacobs-dream-2/commentary-on-genesis-271-4-15-23-2810-17-4.

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Welcome to "I Love to Tell the Story," the podcast exploring the Narrative Lectionary! In this episode for September 14th, 2025, Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis tackle one of the most challenging and theologically rich stories in the Bible: The Binding of Isaac (Genesis 22:1-14).

Join us as we dive deep into this difficult passage, exploring: * Why Jews call it the "binding of Isaac" while Christians call it the "sacrifice of Isaac" * The theological significance of God's promises to Abraham * How different religious traditions (Judaism, Christianity, and Islam) interpret this story * The rich Hebrew literary techniques that make this narrative so powerful * Connections to the Gospel of John and Good Friday traditions * Practical approaches for preaching this challenging text

Our hosts provide historical context, discuss rabbinic interpretations, and offer insights into how this ancient story speaks to questions of faith, trust, and relationship with God. Whether you're a preacher preparing for Sunday or simply interested in biblical interpretation, this episode offers valuable perspectives on one of Scripture's most profound narratives.

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Here is Kathryn's commentary from 2014: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-13/commentary-on-genesis-221-14-5.

Follow along with the commentary on Genesis 21:1-3; 22:1-14 written by Justin Michael Reed at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/binding-of-isaac-2/commentary-on-genesis-211-3-221-14-4.

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Welcome to the first episode of the new Narrative Lectionary year (Year 4)!

Join hosts Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker, along with special guest Karoline Lewis, a homiletics and New Testament expert, as they dive deep into Genesis 1 and its connections to John's Gospel.

In this episode, we explore: * The poetic structure and litany format of Genesis 1 * The relational nature of God's "goodness" in creation * The image of God and what it means for humanity * Connections between Genesis creation and John's prologue * The significance of Sabbath as a "sanctuary in time" * Practical preaching ideas for a fall sermon series

Karoline Lewis brings her expertise in John's Gospel to illuminate the connections between "In the beginning" in Genesis and "In the beginning was the Word" in John 1. We discuss how both texts reveal God's fundamental character as creator and God's commitment to relationship with creation. Perfect for preachers, seminary students, and anyone interested in biblical narrative and lectionary preaching.

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Follow along with the commentary on Genesis 1:1—2:4a written by Justin Michael Reed at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/creation-by-the-word/commentary-on-genesis-11-24a-8.

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Revelation Preaching Series on Revelation (text commentaries found on Working Preacher at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/preaching-series-on-revelation-2025/commentary-on-revelation-14-8-7.

• Week 1 - 7/27/2025: Revelation 1:4-8 (Greetings and 1st Vision) • Week 2 - 8/03/2025: Revelation 4:1-11 (The Elders and the Four Living Creatures) • Week 3 - 8/10/2025: Revelation 5:1-13 (The Seven Seals) • Week 4 - 8/17/2025: Revelation 7:9-17 (The Multitude from Every Nation) • Week 5 - 8/24/2025: Revelation 13:1-18 (The Beast and the Dragon) • Week 6 - 8/31/2025: Revelation 21:1-6; 22:1-5 (The New Heaven and the New Jerusalem)

⏰Timecodes⏰ 00:00 Introduction to Narrative Lectionary Summer Preaching Series on Revelation 02:54 Overview: Exploring the Book of Revelation 03:35 Week 1: Revelation 1, Greetings and First Vision 05:51 Trinitarian Theology in Revelation 08:41 Week 2: Revelation 4, The Elders and the Four Living Creatures 08:59 Imagery and Symbolism in Revelation 12:04 The Role of Worship in Revelation 15:08 Diversity and Inclusion in Revelation 17:56 Week 3: Revelation 5, The Seven Seals 20:53 The Nature of Salvation in Revelation 24:06 Understanding Numbers and Symbolism 25:37 Week 4: Revelation 7, The Multitude from Every Nation 27:12 Deception and Violence in Revelation 29:57 Week 5: Revelation 13, The Beast and the Dragon 31:30 Worship as a detergent for deception and violence 37:00 Week 6: Revelation 21-22, The New Heaven and the New Jerusalem 38:02 The Final Vision: New Creation and Hope on earth 41:25 Outro

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In this episode of 'I Love to Tell the Story', Professors Rolf Jacobson, Jennifer Pietz, and Matt Skinner explore the themes of the Holy Spirit's role in the Christian faith, particularly through the lens of Paul's letter to the Galatians. They discuss the significance of adoption into God's family, the concept of freedom in Christ, and how the fruit of the Spirit manifests in the lives of believers. The conversation emphasizes the importance of community and relationship in living out one's faith, as well as the challenges and realities of spiritual growth.

⏰Timecodes⏰ 00:00 Introduction to the Narrative Lectionary 01:03 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Galatians 04:04 Freedom and Adoption in Christ 06:46 Living Out the Fruit of the Spirit

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Follow along with the commentary on Acts 2:1-4; Galatians 4:1-7 [5:16-26] written by Jerry Sumney at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/pentecost-gifts-of-the-spirit-2/commentary-on-acts-21-4-galatians-41-7-3.

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Welcome to "I Love to Tell the Story," a podcast exploring the Narrative Lectionary! In this episode, Rolf Jacobson, Jennifer Pietz, and Matt Skinner explore key themes from Galatians 3, focusing on justification, the role of personal experience in faith, the purpose of the law, and the significance of baptism in forming community identity in Christ. They discuss how Paul appeals to the Galatians' experiences and the implications of the Holy Spirit's presence in their lives, while also addressing the potential for abuse in personal religious experiences. The conversation culminates in a reflection on the transformative nature of baptism and belonging to the community of faith.

⏰Timecodes⏰ 00:00 Introduction to Galatians and Justification 03:02 The Role of Personal Experience in Faith 05:53 Understanding the Law and Its Purpose 09:09 Baptism and Community Identity in Christ

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Follow along with the commentary on Galatians 3:1-9, 23-29 written by Jerry Sumney at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/one-in-christ-2/commentary-on-galatians-31-9-23-29-3.

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Welcome to "I Love to Tell the Story," a podcast exploring the Narrative Lectionary! In this episode, Rolf Jacobson, Jennifer Pietz, and Matt Skinner delve into the Letter to the Galatians, which will be the focus for the next three weeks leading up to Pentecost. Explore the concept of humanity's lack of true freedom in the face of sin and death, and how Christ's death and resurrection break these powers, opening a path to right relationships with God and each other.

⏰Timecodes⏰ 00:00 Introduction to Galatians 02:58 Context of Paul's Letter 05:39 Understanding Justification 08:32 Conclusion and Reflection 08:58 End

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Follow along with the commentary on Galatians 1:13-17; 2:11-21 written by Jerry Sumney at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/living-by-faith/commentary-on-galatians-113-17-211-21-5.

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In this episode of 'I Love to Tell the Story', Professors Rolf Jacobson, Jennifer Pietz, and Matt Skinner discuss the complexities of the early Christian church as depicted in Acts 15. They explore the challenges faced by the early church regarding law observance, the inclusion of Gentiles, and the meaning of salvation within the community. The conversation highlights the diversity of beliefs and practices among early Christians and the importance of unity in faith despite these differences.

⏰Timecodes⏰ 00:00 Introduction to the Podcast and New Beginnings 01:02 Exploring Acts 15: The Early Church's Challenges 06:12 Understanding Salvation in the Context of Community

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Follow along with the commentary on Acts 15:1-18 written by Jerry Sumney at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/council-at-jerusalem-2/commentary-on-acts-151-18-3.

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In this episode, Professors Rolf Jacobson, Jennifer Pietz, and Lois Malcolm explore the story of the Ethiopian eunuch from Acts 8, focusing on the themes of the Holy Spirit's guidance in spreading the gospel, the inclusivity of baptism, and the significance of reaching out to those who seek God. They discuss the historical context of the eunuch's story, the implications of his baptism, and the ongoing mission of the church in being sensitive to God's leading.

⏰Timecodes⏰ 00:00 Introduction to the Ethiopian Eunuch's Story 02:49 The Role of the Holy Spirit in Mission 06:02 Inclusivity in Baptism and God's Grace

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Follow along with the commentary on Acts 8:26-39 written by Katherine A. Shaner at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/ethiopian-eunuch-baptized/commentary-on-acts-826-39-4.

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Welcome to I Love to Tell the Story, a podcast on the Narrative Lectionary from Luther Seminary’s Working Preacher. In this episode, Professors Rolf Jacobson, Jennifer Pietz, and Lois Malcolm explore the powerful and provocative story of Stephen from Acts 6 and 7.

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Follow along with the commentary on Luke 24:1-12 written by Katherine A. Shaner at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/stephens-witness/commentary-on-acts-61-72a-44-60-2.

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What happens when the risen Jesus walks with you, but you don’t recognize him? And how does scripture set our hearts on fire even before we break the bread?

In this episode of I Love to Tell a Story, Rolf Jacobson, Lois Malcolm, and Jennifer Pietz unpack the rich theological and pastoral layers of the Emmaus Road story. As the disciples journey away from Jerusalem in disillusionment, they encounter a stranger who reveals scripture in a new light—rekindling faith, reframing expectations, and reigniting hope.

The conversation touches on how disappointment and grief shape our faith journeys, the significance of hospitality and shared meals, and how Jesus is made known through both scripture and sacrament. The hosts invite preachers to embrace the “multimedia” revelation of the risen Christ—through emotion, intellect, and community.

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Follow along with the commentary on Luke 24:13-35 written by Katherine A. Shaner at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/emmaus-road-2/commentary-on-luke-2413-35-10.

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In this episode, Professors Rolf Jacobson, Jennifer Pietz, and Lois Malcolm explore the powerful resurrection narrative in Luke 24, focusing on the role of women as the first witnesses to the empty tomb.

💬 What does it mean to "remember" Jesus' words? 🕊️ How does the Holy Spirit empower believers in the wake of the resurrection? 🌿 What does it look like to live as people of new life and forgiveness?

The conversation unpacks the angelic question, “Why do you look for the living among the dead?”, and its deep theological implications. The hosts reflect on how the remembrance of Jesus’ teachings by the women at the tomb connects faith, memory, and the fulfillment of scripture—offering hope and transformation for believers today.

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Follow along with the commentary on Luke 24:1-12 written by Katherine A. Shaner at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/resurrection-3/commentary-on-luke-241-12-11.

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In this episode, Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Jennifer Pietz, and Lois Malcolm deeply dive into Luke 23:32-47, exploring the powerful and poignant account of Jesus' crucifixion. They discuss the trial, execution, and profound imagery of Jesus’ suffering, emphasizing his innocence and the significance of his final words in Luke compared to other gospels.

⏰Timecodes⏰ 00:00 The Context of Jesus's Crucifixion 02:26 The Innocent Sufferer: A Deep Dive into Luke's Narrative 05:02 Contrasting Last Words: Trust vs. Abandonment 07:26 Forgiveness and Understanding in Suffering 07:36 Outro

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Follow along with the commentary on Luke 23:32-47 written by Karl Kuhn at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/crucifixion-2/commentary-on-luke-2332-47-4.

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What really happened at the Last Supper? In this episode, Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Jennifer Pietz, and Lois Malcolm unpack Luke’s account of this pivotal moment, exploring:

The role of Satan in influencing Judas’ betrayal - Jesus’ radical servant leadership and its challenge to worldly power - The human weakness and ambition at play among the disciples - The establishment of the new covenant through Christ’s sacrifice

Follow along with the commentary on Luke 22:1-27 by contributing author Karl Kuhn, found at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/lost-sheep-coin-son/commentary-on-luke-151-32-4.

⏰Timecodes⏰ 00:00 Introduction to the Narrative Lectionary Podcast 00:52 The Role of Satan in the Last Supper 03:45 Jesus as the Model of Servant Leadership 05:42 Disputes Among Disciples: The Quest for Greatness 07:07 Human Weakness and the New Covenant

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Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Jennifer Pietz, and Alan Padgett as they discuss Luke 19:29-44 for April 13, 2025. In this episode, our theological experts explore Jesus' arrival at Jerusalem—his "triumphal entry" riding on a donkey—and his heartfelt lament over the city.

The conversation highlights how Luke's narrative fulfills the Messianic promises from earlier in the gospel, with Jesus explicitly declared as "king" through the adaptation of Psalm 118:26. The hosts reflect on what kind of king Jesus reveals himself to be—not one who seeks political or military power, but one who weeps over rejection and prepares to lay down his life.

Key topics include: - The cultural context of ancient processionals welcoming dignitaries - Jesus' humble approach on a donkey contrasting with worldly power - The emotional weight of Jesus' lament over Jerusalem - The prophetic vision of Jerusalem's destruction and humanity's resistance to peace - Palm Sunday celebrations and their significance across different Christian traditions

Whether you're preparing for Palm Sunday or exploring the paradoxical nature of Christ's kingship, this discussion offers valuable insights for sermon preparation and Bible study.

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Who truly sees Jesus?

In this episode of the Narrative Lectionary Podcast from Working Preacher, Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Alan Padgett, and Jennifer Pietz unpack Luke 18:31–19:10, exploring the powerful stories of Zacchaeus and the blind man.

As Jesus journeys toward Jerusalem, he encounters a blind man seeking sight and a tax collector seeking transformation. These encounters reveal a radical message of salvation, repentance, and inclusion, reminding us that no one is beyond the reach of God’s grace.

Commentary on Luke 18:31-19:10 is forthcoming. Check back at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/zacchaeus-2/commentary-on-luke-1831-1910-2.

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Is your wealth a blessing or a barrier?

In this episode, Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Alan Padgett, and Jennifer Pietz dive deep into Luke 16:19-31—the rich man and Lazarus parable. What does Jesus' story reveal about judgment, compassion, and discipleship? Are we using our resources to help others, or have we allowed wealth to become an idol?

Join us as we unpack Christian communities' responsibility to care for the marginalized and work together to address poverty. This parable is more than just a warning—it’s a call to action for all of us.

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Follow along with the commentary on Luke 16:19-31 written by Angela Deinhart Hancock at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/rich-man-and-lazarus-2/commentary-on-luke-1619-31-9.

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In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Alan Padgett, and Jennifer Pietz dive into the powerful parables of Luke 15, exploring the Prodigal Son and the profound themes of divine love, grace, and community. Why does Jesus tell these stories together? What do they reveal about repentance, inclusion, and the heart of God?

Join us as we unpack the tensions between sinners and Pharisees, the joy of redemption, and the often-overlooked perspective of the older brother.

Follow along with the commentary on Luke 15:1-32 by contributing author Angela Dienhart Hancock, found at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/lost-sheep-coin-son/commentary-on-luke-151-32-4.

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In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Alan Padgett, and Jennifer Pietz dive into Jesus’ teachings on suffering, repentance, and the powerful symbolism of the barren fig tree. As Jesus journeys to Jerusalem, he calls his followers to respond to God’s grace with urgency. What does this mean for us today? How do we make sense of tragic events, and what does true repentance look like in our lives and ministries?

Join us as we explore the deeper meaning of this passage and its impact on preaching and discipleship.

Follow along with the commentary on Luke 13:1-9, 31-35 by contributing author Robert P. Hoch-Yidokodiltona, found at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/lament-over-jerusalem/commentary-on-luke-131-9-31-35-4.

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What does it truly mean to love your neighbor? In this episode of the Narrative Lectionary Podcast, Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Alan Padgett, and Jennifer Pietz explore one of Jesus' most well-known and challenging parables—the Good Samaritan (Luke 10:25-37). The hosts unpack the story’s radical message of compassion, cultural boundaries, and the call to action that still resonates today.

Join us as we dive into the historical and theological context of this parable, reflecting on what it means to embody mercy in a world that often draws dividing lines. How might Jesus’ words challenge us to rethink who our neighbors really are?

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Follow along with the commentary on Luke 10:25-42 written by Robert P. Hoch-Yidokodiltona at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/good-samaritan-2/commentary-on-luke-1025-42-4.

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What does Jerusalem represent in the Gospel of Luke? How does the journey to the cross shape our understanding of discipleship? In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, we explore the significance of Jerusalem as a central character in Luke’s narrative, the cost of discipleship, and the challenges of rejection and conflict that followers of Jesus face.

As we approach Ash Wednesday, this conversation invites preachers and ministry leaders to reflect on the perseverance required in faith and the realities of following Jesus.

Follow along with the commentary on Luke 9:51-62 by author Robert P. Hoch-Yidokodiltona at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/jesus-turns-to-jerusalem/commentary-on-luke-951-62-9.

Want to delve deeper into this text? Head over to Enter the Bible with Katie Langston and Kathryn Schifferdecker, where they answer listener-submitted questions. In episode 112, they discuss Elijah and other prophets from the north. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ckQZ5FpjI6c.

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In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, Profs. Craig Koester, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Rolf Jacobson discuss the significance of Moses and Elijah, the contrast between glory and suffering, and the powerful healing moments in Jesus’ ministry. With thoughtful commentary, they reflect on how glimpses of the future kingdom shape faith in the present, offering insight and encouragement for preaching and teaching.

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Follow along with the commentary on Luke 9:28-45 by contributing author Robert P. Hoch-Yidokodiltona, found at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/transfiguration-3/commentary-on-luke-928-45-4.

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What does it mean to be truly forgiven?

In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story: A Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary, Craig Koester, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Rolf Jacobson dive into the moving story of the sinful woman who weeps at Jesus' feet. Join us as we explore the cultural context, her devotion's depth, and grace's transformative power.

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Follow along with the commentary on Luke 7:36-50 by contributing author Gerald C. Liu, found at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/forgiven-at-jesus-feet/commentary-on-luke-736-50-2.

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In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, hosts Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker dive deep into Luke 7, where John the Baptist asks a crucial question: Is Jesus really the one? Together, they explore the tension between expectation and reality, the culture of offense, and how Christ’s legacy is revealed through acts of compassion.

But what does true wisdom look like? And how do actions speak louder than words when it comes to faith? Join us for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges us to see Jesus in a new light.

The commentary on Luke 7:18-35 will be published shortly. We appreciate your patience!

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In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, Profs. Craig Koester, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Rolf Jacobson dive into Luke 7, particularly focusing on the stories of the centurion and the widow. The hosts explore themes of authority, worthiness, and the nature of faith in relation to Jesus' actions.

Tune in as our hosts discuss how Jesus interacts with individuals of varying social statuses and the significance of compassion over faith as a prerequisite for receiving mercy, also touching on the challenges of pastoral care in times of grief and the universal experience of death as an equalizer.

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Follow along with the commentary on Luke 7:1-17 by contributing author Gerald C. Liu, found at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/raising-the-widows-son/commentary-on-luke-71-17-4.

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Are rules made for people, or are people made for rules?

In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, Profs. Craig Koester, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Rolf Jacobson dive deep into Luke 6, unpacking the Sabbath controversies and what they reveal about Jesus’ radical message of grace. They reflect on how Jesus redefines the meaning of the Sabbath, focusing on human well-being rather than rigid rule-keeping. Plus, they discuss the significance of Jesus selecting the twelve disciples and what it means to be a true follower in light of his teachings.

If you’re curious about how Jesus' actions challenge conventional religious thinking and what that means for us today, you won’t want to miss this conversation!

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Follow along with the commentary on Luke 6:1-16 by contributing author Gerald C. Liu, found at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/healing-on-the-sabbath/commentary-on-luke-61-16-4.

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In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, Profs. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson explore Luke 5 and the miraculous catch of fish, unpacking the deeper meaning behind the disciples' calling. They discuss sin, forgiveness, and God's mission, emphasizing how His call invites us to a greater purpose. Reflecting on Old Testament figures and the Holy Spirit's transformative power, they highlight how God equips flawed individuals for extraordinary work.

Follow along with the commentary on Luke 5:1-11 by contributing author Leah D. Schade, which can be found at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/sermon-at-nazareth-2/commentary-on-luke-414-30-4.

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In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, the Narrative Lectionary Podcast from Working Preacher, Profs. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson discuss the significance of Jesus' sermon at Nazareth, emphasizing the call to action for followers of Christ to serve the marginalized and oppressed. They explore the messianic identity of Jesus and the cultural implications of his message, particularly in the context of contemporary society. The conversation highlights the importance of being guided by the Holy Spirit in preaching and living out the faith.

Commentary on Luke 4:14-30 is forthcoming.

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In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, the Narrative Lectionary Podcast from Working Preacher, Profs. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson discuss the significance of the baptism of Jesus and the role of John the Baptist as a prophet. They explore the prophetic tradition, the call to repentance, and the symbolism of fire in relation to the Holy Spirit. The conversation emphasizes the distinction between John's baptism and the baptism that Jesus offers, highlighting the transformative power of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers.

Follow along with the commentary on Luke 3:1-22 by Gilberto A. Ruiz at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/jesus-baptism/commentary-on-luke-31-22-4.

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In episode #606 of I Love to Tell the Story, the Narrative Lectionary Podcast from Working Preacher, Profs. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson explore themes of parenting, the significance of the temple in Jerusalem, and the blessings and challenges of motherhood.

The conversation highlights the vulnerability of Jesus in the incarnation and the deep connection between Mary and her son, emphasizing the complexities of blessings in life.

Follow along with the commentary on Luke 2:41-52 by Gilberto A. Ruiz at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/boy-in-the-temple/commentary-on-luke-241-52-7.

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In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, the Narrative Lectionary Podcast from Working Preacher Profs. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson as they delve into the profound themes of the Christmas story, centered on the incarnation of Jesus in Luke chapter two. 🌟

✨ Topics we covered include:

The roles of Simeon and Anna in witnessing God's promises. - Mary and Joseph's faithful observance of Jewish law. - The message of hope for both Jews and Gentiles through Christ's birth. - The work of the Holy Spirit throughout the story. - God's profound care for the lowly and marginalized. - This thoughtful conversation highlights the beauty and depth of the Christmas story, offering fresh insights into its timeless significance.

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In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, the Narrative Lectionary Podcast from Working Preacher Profs. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson dive into the Christmas narrative in Luke 2, uncovering powerful themes of contrasting authorities, Mary’s deep reflections, and the significance of hospitality and praise. Explore how God’s promises—from David to the birth of Jesus—offer comfort and hope, reminding us of His sovereignty over earthly powers.

✨ Let this familiar story inspire new insights as we reflect on the rich layers of meaning within the birth of Christ.

Profs. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson dive into the biblical text for the Fourth Sunday of Advent, focusing on the Annunciation to Mary in Luke’s Gospel. Discover the profound significance of Mary’s faithful response to the angel Gabriel, the role of the Holy Spirit in this momentous event, and how this passage bridges the Old and New Testaments.

Join us as we explore themes of faith, divine promise, and God’s surprising ways of working in the world, culminating in a reflection on Mary’s courageous acceptance of her role in God’s plan. Perfect for pastors and preachers preparing their Advent sermons or anyone seeking a deeper understanding of this powerful narrative.

Commentary on Luke 1:26-45 [46-56] by Leah D. Shade: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/jesus-birth-announced-2/commentary-on-luke-126-45-46-56-3.

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470.

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Discover the Promise of Advent: Isaiah 61 and the Spirit of Hope

In episode 602 of I Love to Tell the Story: A Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary, hosts Joy J. Moore, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Rolf Jacobson dive into the readings for the third Sunday of Advent. Together, they unpack the rich themes in Isaiah 61, exploring its powerful message of healing, restoration, and the transformative promise of the Messiah.

Listen as the hosts illuminate the historical and spiritual context of this passage, revealing how it proclaims good news to the oppressed and joy to the weary. With its focus on the Spirit of the Lord and the enduring hope of Advent, this conversation invites listeners to embrace the season's promise of renewal and God's faithfulness.

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Commentary on Isaiah 61:1-11 by Christopher B. Hays: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/spirit-of-the-lord-upon-me-2/commentary-on-isaiah-611-11-5.

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470.

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In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, the Narrative Lectionary Podcast from Working Preacher Profs. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson dive into the prophetic words of Joel.

🌟 Themes Covered:

Repentance and renewal - Worship as a heart posture - The Spirit's outpouring on all people Learn how Joel’s message of mercy and grace ties into the broader biblical narrative and discover fresh insights to inspire your Advent preparations.

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Commentary on Joel 2:12-13, 28-29 by Kristin A. Swanson: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/joel-gods-promised-spirit/commentary-on-joel-212-13-28-29-4.

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470.

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In this 600th episode of the Narrative Lectionary podcast, Profs. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson Summary celebrate their milestone while diving into the story of Daniel and the Lion's Den. They explore themes of faithfulness, the challenges of living in exile, and the balance between assimilation and maintaining one's beliefs. The discussion highlights Daniel's unwavering commitment to God despite societal pressures and the implications of living a faithful life in a consumer-driven world.

Commentary on Daniel 6:6-27 by Kristin A. Swanson: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/daniels-hope-in-god-2/commentary-on-daniel-66-27-3.

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470.

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In this episode of 'I Love to Tell the Story', the Profs. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson explore the prophetic messages of Jeremiah, focusing on the dramatic narrative of the king's rebellion against God's word. They discuss the significance of God's new covenant and the enduring nature of His promises, emphasizing the theme of forgiveness and the nature of Christ as a king who does not abandon His people, even in their disobedience.

Commentary on Jeremiah 36:1-8, 21-23, 27-28; then 31:31-34 by Kristin A. Swanson: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/god-promises-a-new-covenant/commentary-on-jeremiah-361-8-21-23-27-28-then-3131-34-2.

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470.

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In this episode of the Narrative Lectionary Podcast, we dive into Isaiah 6:1-8 and explore the powerful moment when God calls the prophet Isaiah. Join us as we discuss Isaiah’s awe-inspiring vision in the temple, his feelings of unworthiness, and the transformative impact of God’s holiness and forgiveness. We unpack how Isaiah's experience resonates with the role of church leadership today, emphasizing the courage and humility required to respond to God’s call. Tune in to reflect on the essential role of forgiveness and the ways contemporary church leaders can answer God’s call to serve their communities.

Commentary on Isaiah 6:1-8 by Christopher B. Hays: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/god-calls-isaiah/commentary-on-isaiah-61-8-9.

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470.

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In this episode of "I Love to Tell the Story: A podcast on the Narrative Lectionary," Luther Seminary Profs. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson dive deep into the Book of Jonah, exploring its powerful themes of grace, mercy, and the challenge of accepting God's love for everyone—even our enemies. Join us as we unpack Jonah's rebellion against God's command, the humor woven into the narrative, and how this ancient story speaks to us today, especially in the context of recent elections. We'll discuss the importance of embracing God's grace and the call to love those we may consider adversaries.

Commentary on Jonah 1:1-17; 3:1-10; [4:1-11] by Christopher B. Hays: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/jonah-and-gods-mercy-2/commentary-on-jonah-11-17-31-10-41-11-3.

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470.

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In this episode of "I Love to Tell the Story: A podcast on the Narrative Lectionary," Luther Seminary Profs. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson explore the significance of All Saints Sunday through the story of Elijah in 1 Kings. They dive deeper into themes of scarcity, God's provision, and the importance of strong leadership, especially with upcoming elections. The conversation ends with reflections on hope, life, and the legacy of saints.

Commentary on 1 Kings 17 :1-16 [17-24] by Kristin A. Swanson: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/gods-care-for-the-widow-2/commentary-on-1-kings-171-16-17-24-2.

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470.

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In this episode of "I Love to Tell the Story: A podcast on the Narrative Lectionary," Luther Seminary Profs. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson discuss Reformation Sunday in connection with Solomon's dedication of the temple. They explore themes of God's presence in imperfect institutions, the inclusivity of God's house, and the call for believers to reflect God's glory to all nations. The conversation highlights the importance of recognizing God as the God of all people, not just a select few.

Commentary on 1 Kings 5:1-5; 8:27-30, 41-43 by Jacqueline E. Lapsley: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/solomon/commentary-on-1-kings-51-5-827-30-41-43-2.

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470.

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In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, Profs. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore and Rolf Jacobson explore 2 Samuel 7:1-17, discussing David's journey to kingship and the establishment of the Davidic covenant. They examine God's promises, David's character, and how the covenant finds its fulfillment in Jesus in the New Testament.

Commentary on 2 Samuel 7:1-17 by Jacqueline E. Lapsley: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/gods-promise-to-david-2/commentary-on-2-samuel-71-17-3.

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470.

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In this episode of I Love to Tell the Story, the hosts explore the transition from Exodus to Samuel, focusing on the story of Hannah. They discuss themes of God's promises, the important role of women in biblical narratives, and the theological significance of Hannah's prayer and song, which sets the stage for the anointing of kings and the unfolding of God's plan through the prophets.

Commentary on 1 Samuel 1:9-11, 19-20; 2:1-10 by Jacqueline E. Lapsley: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/god-answers-hannah-2/commentary-on-1-samuel-19-11-19-20-21-10-3.

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470.

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Join Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker as they explore Exodus 32 and the story of the golden calf, discussing themes of impatience, idol worship, and Moses' role as a mediator, reflecting on God's promises and the challenge of waiting on His timing, encouraging listeners to trust in God's faithfulness.

Commentary on Exodus 32:1-14 by Jacqueline E. Lapsley: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/golden-calf-3/commentary-on-exodus-321-14-9

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470

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Join Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker as they deep dive into the story of Passover, one of the most pivotal moments in the Exodus narrative. Our hosts explore the rich significance of the Passover festival, not just in the biblical context, but for Christians today. Through personal stories and reflections, we uncover the deep connections between Passover and Holy Communion, examining how these rituals continue to resonate across generations.

Commentary on Exodus 12:1-13; 13:1-8 by Collin Cornell: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/the-promise-of-passover/commentary-on-exodus-121-13-131-8-3

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470

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Join Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson (https://www.luthersem.edu/faculty/rjacobso/), Joy J. Moore (https://www.luthersem.edu/faculty/jmoore002/), and Kathryn Schifferdecker (https://www.luthersem.edu/faculty/kschiffer/) as they explore Joseph’s story from Genesis 37-50, focusing on sibling conflict, jealousy, forgiveness, and God's promises. They discuss how Joseph's journey serves as a testament to God's faithfulness amid human sin, drawing connections to Martin Luther King Jr.'s vision of reconciliation.

Commentary on Genesis 37:3-8, 17b-22, 26-34; 50:15-21 by Collin Cornell: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/god-works-through-joseph/commentary-on-genesis-373-8-17b-22-26-34-5015-21-2.

Overview to Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/introduction-to-year-3-2/47470.

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Join Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker as they delve into Genesis 15, discussing God's promise to Abraham, his faith and doubts, and the powerful meaning behind 'reckoned it to him as righteousness.' Discover the significance of this passage in the grand biblical narrative and the enduring theme of waiting on God's promises.

Commentary on Genesis 15:1-6 by Collin Cornell: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/gods-promise-to-abraham/commentary-on-genesis-151-6-8

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Welcome back to "I Love to Tell the Story," a podcast on the Narrative Lectionary with Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Listen in as they dive into Genesis 2 and 3.

Together, they unpack the Narrative Lectionary reading NL301 for September 8, 2024, focusing on humanity's divine calling to till and keep the earth. The professors explore the story of the Fall, shedding light on how it reveals our deep-seated tendency to sin and desire to be like God. They also challenge traditional interpretations that cast the story as an indictment of women, reframing it as a powerful reflection of the human condition. Throughout the discussion, the hosts highlight God's unwavering faithfulness, even in the face of humanity's failures.

Commentary on Genesis 2:4b-7, 15-17; 3:1-8 by Collin Cornell: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/creation-and-fall-2/commentary-on-genesis-24b-7-15-17-31-8-3

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Linking both the court tales and the apocalypses is the God of Israel, who is portrayed as sovereign over all earthly and heavenly affairs. In the book of Daniel, God is described as the one who:

changes times and seasons, deposes kings and sets up kings; he gives wisdom to the wise and knowledge to those who have understanding. He reveals deep and hidden things; he knows what is in the darkness, and light dwells with him. (Daniel 2:21–22)

Throughout the book, Daniel is depicted as having a unique relationship with God and a special ability to discern and interpret the mysteries that God reveals. He is uniquely gifted in understanding and explaining the divine visions and messages that are central to the apocalyptic sections of the book.

By examining these five texts in detail, this commentary aims to provide a deeper understanding of the historical context, literary genres, and theological themes that are woven throughout the book of Daniel.

Read the 5-week preaching series by Michael J. Chan: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/preaching-series-on-daniel-1-of-5-2024/commentary-on-1-john-59-13-7

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Series overview The prayer Jesus teaches in Luke 11:2-4 follows the pattern of the commandment to love God with heart, soul, strength, and mind and our neighbors as ourselves (Luke 10:27).1 Only after the prayer is grounded in God’s person and reign do we move to requests that reflect our personal needs, our relationships with our neighbors, and the struggles of our own souls.

This preaching series suggests four weeks for this text. If you have longer, you may wish to take a Sunday for each petition and possibly one for the address, “Father,” which is immensely rich but also immensely difficult for some. Following the four-week program, I have focused on the grounding of the prayer in our love for God, with a week for the address and for each of the first two petitions, then a week for the three petitions related to love for neighbor and self.

Commentary on the Lord's Prayer preaching series by Meda Stamper: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/preaching-series-on-the-lords-prayer-6/commentary-on-luke-112-4-7

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kristofer Phan Coffman look at Narrative Lectionary reading NL246 for May 19, 2024 (Gifts of the Spirit).

Commentary on Acts 2:1-4; 1 Corinthians 12:1-13 by Crystal Hall: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/gifts-of-the-spirit-2/commentary-on-acts-21-4-1-corinthians-121-13-2

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary reading NL245 for May 12, 2024 (Death Swallowed in Life).

Commentary on 1 Corinthians 15:1-26, 51-57 by Stephen Fowl: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/death-swallowed-in-life-2/commentary-on-1-corinthians-151-26-51-57-3

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary reading NL244 for May 5, 2024 (Faith, Hope, and Love).

Commentary on 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 by Stephen Fowl: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/faith-hope-and-love-2/commentary-on-1-corinthians-131-13-8

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary reading NL243 for April 28, 2024 (Church at Corinth).

Commentary on Acts 18:1-4; 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 by Crystal Hall: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/church-at-corinth-3/commentary-on-acts-181-4-1-corinthians-110-18-2

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary reading NL242 for April 21, 2024 (Church in Thessalonica).

Commentary on Acts 17:1-9; 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 by Crystal Hall: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/church-at-thessalonica-3/commentary-on-acts-171-9-1-thessalonians-11-10-3

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Luther Seminary Professors Joy J. Moore and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for April 14, 2024 (Peter Heals in Jerusalem).

Commentary on Acts 3:1-10 by Stephen Fowl: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/peter-heals-in-jerusalem-2/commentary-on-acts-31-10-3

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Luther Seminary Professors Joy J. Moore and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for April 7, 2024 (You Shall Be My Witnesses).

Commentary on Acts 1:1-14 by Stephen Fowl: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/you-shall-be-my-witnesses-2/commentary-on-acts-11-14-3

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Luther Seminary Professors Joy J. Moore and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for March 31, 2024 (Resurrection).

Commentary on Mark 16:1-8 by Amanda Brobst-Renaud: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/resurrection-5/commentary-on-mark-161-8-8

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for March 29, 2024 (Crucifixion).

Commentary on Mark 15:16-39 by Amanda Brobst-Renaud: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/crucifixion-3/commentary-on-mark-1516-39-3

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for March 28, 2024 (Lord's Supper, Prayer in Gethsemane).

Commentary on Mark 14:22-42 by Ira Brent Driggers: https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/lords-supper-prayer-in-gethsemane-2/commentary-on-mark-1422-42-3

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for March 24, 2024 (Triumphal Entry (or Anointing at Bethany)).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Mark 11:1-11; [14:3-9] written by Amanda Brobst-Renaud, we encourage you to go to our website, https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/triumphal-entry-or-anointing-at-bethany-2/commentary-on-mark-111-11-143-9-3

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for March 17, 2024 (End of the Age).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Mark 13:1-8, 24-37 written by Ira Brent Driggers, we encourage you to go to our website, https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/end-of-the-age-2/commentary-on-mark-131-8-24-37-3

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for March 10, 2024 (Great Commandment).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Mark 12:28-44 written by Ira Brent Driggers, we encourage you to go to our website, https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/great-commandment-2/commentary-on-mark-1228-44-3

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for March 3, 2024 (Parable of the Tenants; Taxes to Caesar).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Mark 12:1-12 [13-17] written by Cláudio Carvalhaes, we encourage you to go to our website, https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/parable-of-the-tenants-or-taxes-to-caesar-2/commentary-on-mark-121-12-13-17-3

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This episode aired on Saturday, February 24, 2024.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Rolf A. Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for February 25, 2024 (Bartimaeus Healed).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Mark 10:32-52 written by Cláudio Carvalhaes, we encourage you to go to our website, https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/bartimaeus-healed-2/commentary-on-mark-1032-52-3

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Rolf A. Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for February 18, 2024 (First Last and Last First).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Mark 10:17-31 written by Cláudio Carvalhaes, we encourage you to go to our website, https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/first-last-and-last-first-2/commentary-on-mark-1017-31-10

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Rolf A. Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for February 14, 2024 (Passion Prediction).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Mark Mark 8:30-37 written by Cláudio Carvalhaes, we encourage you to go to our website, https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/passion-prediction-2/commentary-on-mark-930-37-8

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Don't miss Bryant Kaden's post "Ashes to Go in a Drive Thru Culture" on Working Preacher's Craft of Preaching blog.

Link: https://www.workingpreacher.org/worship/ashes-to-go-in-a-drive-thru-culture?utm=nl-yt This episode aired on Tuesday, February 6, 2024.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Rolf A. Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for February 11, 2024 (Transfiguration).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Mark Mark 8:27—9:8 written by Ahmi Lee, we encourage you to go to our website, https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/transfiguration-5/commentary-on-mark-827-98-2

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Don't miss Sarah Hinlicky Wilson's post "Everything I Knew about the Transfiguration Was Wrong" on Luther Seminary's Enter the Bible blog. Link: https://enterthebible.org/everything-i-knew-about-the-transfiguration-was-wrong?utm=nl-yt

This episode aired on Saturday, January 27, 2024.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Rolf A. Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for February 4, 2024 (Death of John the Baptist).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Mark Mark 6:1-29 written by Amanda Brobst-Renaud, we encourage you to go to our website, https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/death-of-john-the-baptist-2/commentary-on-mark-61-29-4

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This episode aired on Saturday, January 27, 2024.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Rolf A. Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for January 28, 2024 (Jairus' Daughter Healed).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Mark 5:21-43 written by Ahmi Lee, we encourage you to go to our website, https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/jairus-daughter-healed-2/commentary-on-mark-521-43-9

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This episode aired on Saturday, January 20, 2024.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman and Rolf A. Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for January 21, 2024 (Jesus and the Gerasene Demoniac).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Mark 5:1-20 written by Ahmi Lee, we encourage you to go to our website, https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/jesus-and-the-gerasene-demoniac/commentary-on-mark-51-20-3

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This episode aired on Saturday, January 13, 2024.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman and Rolf A. Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for January 14, 2024 (Parables in Mark).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Mark 4:1-34 written by Ahmi Lee, we encourage you to go to our website, https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/parables-in-mark-2/commentary-on-mark-41-34-4

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This episode aired on Saturday, January 6, 2024.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman and Rolf A. Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for January 7, 2024 (Jesus Heals and Teaches).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Mark 2:1-22 written by Rodney Caruthers II, we encourage you to go to our website, https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/jesus-heals-and-teaches-2/commentary-on-mark-21-22-4

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This episode aired on Tuesday, December 19, 2023.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman and Joy J. Moore look at Narrative Lectionary readings for December 31, 2023 (Beginning of Good News).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Mark 1:1-20 written by Rodney Caruthers II, we encourage you to go to our website, workingpreacher.org. We hope to see you there!

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This episode aired on Saturday, December 16, 2023.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman and Joy J. Moore look at Narrative Lectionary readings for December 24 & 25, 2023 (Birth of Jesus).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Luke 2:1-14 [15-20] written by Crystal Hall, we encourage you to go to our website, workingpreacher.org. We hope to see you there!

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This episode aired on Thursday, December 14, 2023.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman and Joy J. Moore look at Narrative Lectionary readings for December 24, 2023 (Zechariah's Song).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Luke 1:5-13 [14-25] 57-80 written by Brittany E. Wilson, we encourage you to go to our website, workingpreacher.org. We hope to see you there!

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This episode aired on Saturday, December 16, 2023.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman and Joy J. Moore look at Narrative Lectionary readings for December 17, 2023 (Rebuilding the Temple).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Ezra 1:1-4; 3:1-4, 10-13 written by Gregory L. Cuéllar, we encourage you to go to our website, workingpreacher.org. We hope to see you there!

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This episode aired on Saturday, December 09, 2023.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman and Joy J. Moore look at Narrative Lectionary readings for December 10, 2023 (Isaiah of the Exile).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Isaiah 40:1-11 written by Gregory L. Cuéllar, we encourage you to go to our website, narrativelectionary.org. We hope to see you there!

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This episode aired on Saturday, December 02, 2023.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman and Joy J. Moore look at Narrative Lectionary readings for December 3, 2023 (Promise of the Messiah).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Jeremiah 33:[10-11] 14-18 written by Gregory L. Cuéllar, we encourage you to go to our website, narrativelectionary.org. We hope to see you there!

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This episode aired on Monday, November 27, 2023.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for November 19, 2023 (Isaiah's Vineyard Song).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on 2 Kings 22:1-10 [14-20]; 23:1-3 written by Vanessa Lovelace, we encourage you to go to our website, workingpreacher.org. We hope to see you there!

This episode aired on Monday, November 20, 2023

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Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for November 19, 2023 (Isaiah's Vineyard Song).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Isaiah 5:1-7; 11:1-5 written by Michael J. Chan, we encourage you to go to our website, workingpreacher.org. We hope to see you there!

This episode aired on November 13, 2023

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Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for November 5, 2023 (Elijah at Mount Carmel).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on 1 Kings 18:[17-19] 20-39 we encourage you to go to our website, workingpreacher.org. We hope to see you there!

This episode aired on Saturday, October 5 2023 #workingpreacher #lutherseminary #rolfjacobson #joyjmoore #kathrynschifferdecker #kingscommentary

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Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for October 29, 2023 (Kingdom Divided).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on 1 Kings 12:1-17, 25-29 written by Pastor Karen Strand Winslow, we encourage you to go to our website, workingpreacher.org. We hope to see you there!

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This episode aired on Monday, October 23, 2023

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Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for October 15, 2023 (Ruth).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on 2 Samuel 5:1-5; 6:1-5; Psalm 150 written by Pastor Karen Strand Winslow, we encourage you to go to our website, workingpreacher.org. We hope to see you there!

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This episode aired on Saturday, October 14, 2023

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Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for October 15, 2023 (Ruth).

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If you are interested in reading the commentary on Ruth 1:1-17 written by Pastor Karen Strand Winslow, we encourage you to go to our website, workingpreacher.org. We hope to see you there!

Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for October 8, 2023 (Hear O Israel).

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If you are interested in reading the commentary on Deuteronomy 5:1-21; 6:4-9 written by Pastor Karen Strand Winslow, we encourage you to go to our website, workingpreacher.org. We hope to see you there!

Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for October 1, 2023 (NL204: Moses and God's Name).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Exodus 1:8-14 [15—2:10]; 3:1-15 written by Pastor Safwat Marzouk, we encourage you to go to our website, narrativelectionary.org. We hope to see you there!

Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for September 24, 2023 (Jacob Wrestles God).

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If you are interested in reading the commentary on Genesis 32: [9-13] 22-30 written by Pastor Safwat Marzouk, we encourage you to go to our website, workingpreacher.org. We hope to see you there!

Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for September 17, 2023 (Isaac born to Sarah).

If you are interested in reading the commentary on Genesis 18:1-15; 21:1-7 written by Pastor Safwat Marzouk, we encourage you to go to our website, workingpreacher.org. We hope to see you there!

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Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for September 10, 2023 (Garden of Eden).

Read the commentary on Genesis 2:4b-25 by going to our website, workingpreacher.org.

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Shively Smith joins Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for July 2, 2023.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for May 21, 2023 (Nothing Can Separate Us).

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for May 14, 2023 (God's Love Poured Out).

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for May 14, 2023 (God's Love Poured Out).

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for May 7, 2023 (Gospel as Salvation).

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This episode was recorded on April 13, 2023.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kristofer Phan Coffman, Joy J. Moore, and Rolf Jacobson look at Narrative Lectionary readings for April 30, 2023 (Paul's Mission).

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Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker and Kristofer Phan Coffman look at Narrative Lectionary readings for April 23, 2023 (Peter's Vision).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on March 27, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker and Kristofer Phan Coffman look at Narrative Lectionary readings for April 16, 2023 (Great Commission).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on March 27, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker and Kristofer Phan Coffman look at Narrative Lectionary readings for April 9, 2023 (Easter: Matthew).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on March 27, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker and Kristofer Phan Coffman look at Narrative Lectionary readings for April 7, 2023 (Crucifixion: Matthew).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on March 27, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker and Kristofer Phan Coffman look at Narrative Lectionary readings for April 6, 2023 (Words of Institution).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on March 27, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Kathryn Schifferdecker and Kristofer Phan Coffman look at Narrative Lectionary readings for April 2, 2023 (Triumphal; Entry).

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This episode was recorded over Zoom on March 27, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for March 26, 2023 (Last Judgement).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on February 2, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for March 19, 2023 (Bridesmaids).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on February 2, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for March 12, 2023 (Wedding Banquet).

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This episode was recorded over Zoom on February 2, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for March 5, 2023 (Forgiveness).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on February 2, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for February 26, 2023 (Forgiveness).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on February 2, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for February 22, 2023 (Who Is The Greatest).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on February 2, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kristopher Phan Coffman look at Narrative Lectionary readings for February 19, 2023 (Transfiguration).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on January 13, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kristopher Phan Coffman look at Narrative Lectionary readings for February 12, 2023 (Parables of the Kingdom).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on January 13, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kristopher Phan Coffman look at Narrative Lectionary readings for February 5, 2023 (The Golden Rule).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on January 13, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kristopher Phan Coffman look at Narrative Lectionary readings for January 29, 2023 (Treasure in Heaven).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on January 13, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kristopher Phan Coffman look at Narrative Lectionary readings for January 22, 2023 (The Beatitudes).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on January 13, 2023, for Working Preacher.

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346 - Rebroadcast from Jan. 27, 2019 - Tempted in the Wilderness for Jan. 22, 2023.

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345 - Rebroadcast of Jan. 12, 2019 - Tempted in the Wilderness

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for January 6, 2022 (Jesus' Baptism: Matthew).

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This episode was recorded over Zoom on November 8, 2022, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for January 1, 2022 (Geneaology Of Jesus).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on November 8, 2022, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for December 24-25, 2022 (Birth Of Jesus).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on November 8, 2022, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for December 18, 2022 (Jesus as Immanuel).

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This episode was recorded over Zoom on November 8, 2022, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for December 17, 2022 (Gospel of Matthew).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on November 8, 2022, for Working Preacher.

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for December 11, 2022 (Esther).

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This episode was recorded over Zoom on October 17, 2022, for Working Preacher.

Read the written commentary by Rebecca Abts Wright (C. K. Benedict Professor of Old Testament and Biblical Hebrew for the School of Theology at The University of the South Sewanee, Tennessee) on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/light-to-the-nations-2/commentary-on-isaiah-421-9-8

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for December 4, 2022 (Esther).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on October 17, 2022, for Working Preacher.

Read the written commentary by Elna K. Solvang (Professor of Religion at Concordia College in Moorhead, MN) on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/esther-2/commentary-on-esther-41-17-3

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for November 27, 2022 (Faith as a Way of Life).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on October 17, 2022, for Working Preacher.

Read the written commentary by Cameron B.R. Howard (Associate Professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota) on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/faith-as-a-way-of-life-2/commentary-on-habakkuk-11-4-22-4-33b-6-17-19-2

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for November 20, 2022 (Swords and Plowshares).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on October 17, 2022, for Working Preacher.

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Read the written commentary by Juliana Claassens (Professor of Old Testament at the University of Stellenbosch in Stellenbosch, South Africa) on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/swords-into-plowshares-2/commentary-on-isaiah-361-3-13-20-371-7-then-21-4-2

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for November 13, 2022 (Micah).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on October 17, 2022, for Working Preacher.

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Read the written commentary by Cameron B.R. Howard (Associate Professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota) on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/micah-2/commentary-on-micah-13-5-52-5a-66-8-2

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Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for November 6, 2022 (Elisha Heals Naaman).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on October 17, 2022, for Working Preacher.

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Read the written commentary by Cameron B.R. Howard (Associate Professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota) on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/solomons-wisdom-2/commentary-on-1-kings-34-9-10-15-16-28-3https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/elisha-heals-naaman-2/commentary-on-2-kings-51-15a-2

Additional resources: Narrative Lectionary Year 1 readings - https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/narrative_lectionary_matthew_2022-23.pdf

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for October 30, 2022 (Solomon's Wisdom).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on September 21, 2022, for Working Preacher.

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Read the written commentary by Elna K. Solvang (Professor of Religion at Concordia College in Moorhead, MN) on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/solomons-wisdom-2/commentary-on-1-kings-34-9-10-15-16-28-3

Additional resources: Narrative Lectionary Year 1 readings - https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/narrative_lectionary_matthew_2022-23.pdf

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for October 30, 2022 (Solomon's Wisdom).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on September 21, 2022, for Working Preacher.

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Read the written commentary by Elna K. Solvang (Professor of Religion at Concordia College in Moorhead, MN) on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/solomons-wisdom-2/commentary-on-1-kings-34-9-10-15-16-28-3

Additional resources: Narrative Lectionary Year 1 readings - https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/narrative_lectionary_matthew_2022-23.pdf

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for October 23, 2022 (David and Bathsheba).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on September 21, 2022, for Working Preacher.

Read the written commentary by Ericka Shawndricka Dunbar (Assistant Professor at Baylor University in Waco, Texas) on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/david-and-bathsheba-2/commentary-on-2-samuel-111-5-26-27-121-9-psalm-511-9-2

Additional resources: Narrative Lectionary Year 1 readings - https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/narrative_lectionary_matthew_2022-23.pdf

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for October 23, 2022 (David and Bathsheba).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on September 21, 2022, for Working Preacher.

Read the written commentary by Ericka Shawndricka Dunbar (Assistant Professor at Baylor University in Waco, Texas) on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/david-and-bathsheba-2/commentary-on-2-samuel-111-5-26-27-121-9-psalm-511-9-2

Additional resources: Narrative Lectionary Year 1 readings - https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/narrative_lectionary_matthew_2022-23.pdf

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for October 16, 2022 (Joshua Renews the Covenant).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on September 21, 2022, for Working Preacher.

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Read the written commentary by Ericka Shawndricka Dunbar (Assistant Professor at Baylor University in Waco, Texas) on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/joshua-renews-the-covenant/commentary-on-joshua-241-15-16-26-2

Additional resources: Narrative Lectionary Year 1 readings - https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/narrative_lectionary_matthew_2022-23.pdf

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for October 16, 2022 (Joshua Renews the Covenant).

This episode was recorded over Zoom on September 21, 2022, for Working Preacher.

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Read the written commentary by Ericka Shawndricka Dunbar (Assistant Professor at Baylor University in Waco, Texas) on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/joshua-renews-the-covenant/commentary-on-joshua-241-15-16-26-2

Additional resources: Narrative Lectionary Year 1 readings - https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/narrative_lectionary_matthew_2022-23.pdf

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Joy J. Moore, and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings for October 9, 2022 (Covenant and Commandments). This episode was recorded over Zoom on September 21, 2022, for Working Preacher.

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Read the written commentary by Ericka Shawndricka Dunbar (Assistant Professor at Baylor University in Waco, Texas) on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/covenant-and-commandments-2/commentary-on-exodus-193-7-201-17-3

Additional resources: Narrative Lectionary Year 1 readings - https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/narrative_lectionary_matthew_2022-23.pdf

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings NL104 for October 2, 2022 (Rescue at the Sea).

This episode was recorded via Zoom on August 31, 2022, for Working Preacher.

Read the written commentary by Ericka Shawndricka Dunbar (Assistant Professor at Baylor University in Waco, Texas) on our website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/rescue-at-the-sea-2/commentary-on-exodus-145-7-10-14-21-29-2.

Additional resources: Narrative Lectionary Year 1 readings - https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/narrative_lectionary_matthew_2022-23.pdf

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings NL104 for October 2, 2022 (Rescue at the Sea).

This episode was recorded via Zoom on August 31, 2022, for Working Preacher.

Read the written commentary by Ericka Shawndricka Dunbar (Assistant Professor at Baylor University in Waco, Texas) on our website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/rescue-at-the-sea-2/commentary-on-exodus-145-7-10-14-21-29-2.

Additional resources: Narrative Lectionary Year 1 readings - https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/narrative_lectionary_matthew_2022-23.pdf

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings NL104 for October 2, 2022 (Rescue at the Sea).

This episode was recorded via Zoom on August 31, 2022, for Working Preacher.

Read the written commentary by Ericka Shawndricka Dunbar (Assistant Professor at Baylor University in Waco, Texas) on our website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/rescue-at-the-sea-2/commentary-on-exodus-145-7-10-14-21-29-2.

Additional resources: Narrative Lectionary Year 1 readings - https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/narrative_lectionary_matthew_2022-23.pdf

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings NL103 for September 25, 2022 (Joseph in Prison). This episode was recorded over Zoom on August 31, 2022, for Working Preacher.

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Read the written commentary by Elna K. Solvang (Associate Professor of Religion at Concordia College in Moorhead, MN) on our website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/joseph-in-prison/commentary-on-genesis-391-23-3.

Additional resources: Narrative Lectionary Year 1 readings - https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/narrative_lectionary_matthew_2022-23.pdf

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings NL103 for September 25, 2022 (Joseph in Prison). This episode was recorded over Zoom on August 31, 2022, for Working Preacher.

Watch the video version on Youtube.

Read the written commentary by Elna K. Solvang (Associate Professor of Religion at Concordia College in Moorhead, MN) on our website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/joseph-in-prison/commentary-on-genesis-391-23-3.

Additional resources: Narrative Lectionary Year 1 readings - https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/narrative_lectionary_matthew_2022-23.pdf

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker look at Narrative Lectionary readings NL103 for September 25, 2022 (Joseph in Prison). This episode was recorded over Zoom on August 31, 2022, for Working Preacher.

Watch the video version on Youtube.

Read the written commentary by Elna K. Solvang (Associate Professor of Religion at Concordia College in Moorhead, MN) on our website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/narrative-lectionary/joseph-in-prison/commentary-on-genesis-391-23-3.

Additional resources: Narrative Lectionary Year 1 readings - https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/narrative_lectionary_matthew_2022-23.pdf

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL102 for September 18, 2022 (Call of Abraham), featuring Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker.

This episode was recorded over Zoom on August 31, 2022, for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL102 for September 18, 2022 (Call of Abraham), featuring Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker.

This episode was recorded over Zoom on August 31, 2022, for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL102 for September 18, 2022 (Call of Abraham), featuring Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker.

This episode was recorded over Zoom on August 31, 2022, for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL101 for September 11, 2022 (Flood and Promise), featuring Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker. [Note that there is a separate podcast (NL Podcast 501) that provides an overview to NL Year 1 readings.]

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL101 for September 11, 2022 (Flood and Promise), featuring Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker. [Note that there is a separate podcast (NL Podcast 501) that provides an overview to NL Year 1 readings.]

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Kristofer Phan Koffman provide an overview to Year 1 (2022-23) readings for the Narrative Lectionary. Find more at https://narrativelectionary.org

Luther Seminary Professors Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Kristofer Phan Koffman provide an overview to Year 1 (2022-23) readings for the Narrative Lectionary. Find more at https://narrativelectionary.org

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary preaching series on 1 Peter. for, featuring Prof. Kathryn Schifferdecker, Ben McDonald Coltvet and guest Shively Smith. Recorded on June 30, 2022, over Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL446 for June 5, 2022 (Pentecost; Rejoice in the Lord), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on May 6, 2022, in person for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL445 for May 29, 2022 (The Christ Hymn), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on May 6, 2022, in person for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL444 for May 22, 2022 (Paul's Sermon at Athens), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on May 6, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL443 for May 15, 2022 (Paul's Sermon at Athens), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Apr. 12, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL442 for May 8, 2022 (Paul and Silas), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Apr. 12, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL440 for Apr. 24, 2022 (Thomas), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Apr. 12, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Lectionary readings NL441 for May 1, 2022 (Pauls' Conversion), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Apr. 12, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL439 for Apr. 17, 2022 (Resurrection), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Mar. 11, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL437-438 for Apr. 14 & 15, 2022 (Jesus' Last Words; Jesus the Passover Lamb), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Mar. 11, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL436 for Apr. 10, 2022 (The Crucified Messiah), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Mar. 11, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL435 for Apr. 3, 2022 (Jesus Condemed), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on March 11, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL434 for Mar. 27, 2022 (Jesus and Pilate), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on March 11, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL431 for Mar. 20, 2022 (Peter's Denial), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on March 11, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

This rebroadcast Narrative Lectionary episode from 2018 focuses on John 13:1-17, featuring Profs Rolf Jacobson, Karoline Lewis, and Craig Koester.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL431 for Mar. 6, 2022 (Jesus Raises Lazarus), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Jan. 21, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL430 for Mar. 2, 2022 (The Good Shepherd), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Jan. 21, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL429 for Feb. 27, 2022 (The Man Born Blind), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Jan. 21, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Download a script of John 9 "The Man Born Blind" (NRSV translation) for use in worship on Feb. 27: https://www.workingpreacher.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/NL429_John-9_script.pdf

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL427 for Feb. 20, 2022 (Living Water), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Jan. 21, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL426 for Feb. 13, 2022 (Bread of Life), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Jan. 21, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL425 for Feb. 6, 2022 (Healing Stories), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Jan. 21, 2022, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL424 for Jan. 30, 2022 (Woman at the Well), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Dec. 3, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Download a script of John 4 "The Woman at the Well" (NRSV translation) for use in worship at

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL423 for Jan. 23, 2022 (Nicodemus), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Dec. 3, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL422 for Jan. 16, 2022 (Jesus Cleanses the Temple), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Dec. 3, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL421 for Jan. 9, 2022 (Wedding at Cana), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Dec. 3, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL420 for Jan. 2, 2022 (Jesus Says Come and See), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Dec. 3, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL419 for Dec. 26, 2021 (A Voice in the Wilderness), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Dec. 3, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL417-418 for Dec. 24-25, 2021 (Birth of Jesus, Shepherds Visit), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Dec. 3, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL416 for Dec. 19, 2021 (Word Made Flesh), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Dec. 3, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast providing an introduction to preaching the Gospel of John in Year 4 of the Narrative Lectionary, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Dec. 3, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL415 for Dec. 12, 2021 (Word Accomplishes God's Purpose), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on August 30, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL414 for Dec. 5, 2021 (Ezekiel: Valley of the Dry Bones), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on August 30, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL412 for Nov. 28, 2021 (Jeremiah's Letter to Exiles), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on August 30, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL411 for Nov. 21, 2021 (Isaiah: A Child Is Born), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on August 30, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL410 for Nov. 14, 2021 (Amos: Justice Rolls Down), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on August 30, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL409 for Nov. 7, 2021 (God Speaks to Elijah), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Aug. 30, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL408 for Oct. 31, 2021 (Solomon's Temple), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on August 30, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Karoline Lewis, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Twenty-second Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 30B), Oct. 24, 2021. Recorded via Zoom on Oct. 5, 2021, for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL406 for Oct. 17, 2021 (God Calls Samuel), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on July 16, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL405 for Oct. 10, 2021 (God Provides Manna), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on July 16, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL404 for Oct. 3, 2021 (God's Name Is Revealed), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on July 16, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL403 for Sept. 26, 2021 (Jacob's Dream), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on July 16, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL402 for Sept. 19, 2021 (Binding of Isaac), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on July 16, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL401 for Sept. 12, 2021 (Creation by the Word), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on July 16, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL346 for May 23, 2021 (Pentecost - Gifts of the Spirit), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Mar. 23, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary summer series on Jeremiah for May 30 - July 4, 2021, featuring Profs. Walter Brueggemann, Rolf Jacobson, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on May 7, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL345 for May 16, 2021 (One in Christ), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Mar. 23, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL344 for May 9, 2021 (Living by Faith), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Mar. 23, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL343 for May 2, 2021 (Council at Jerusalem), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Mar. 23, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL342 for Apr. 25, 2021 (Ethiopian Eunuch Baptized), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Mar. 23, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL341 for Apr. 18, 2021 (Stephen's Witness), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Mar. 23, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL340 for Apr. 11, 2021 (Emmaus Road), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Mar. 23, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL339 for Apr. 4, 2021 (Resurrection), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Mar. 23, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL338 for Apr. 2, 2021 (Crucifixion), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Mar. 23, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL336 for Mar. 28, 2021 (Triumphal Entry), featuring Profs. Cameron B.R. Howard, Rolf Jacobson, and Craig Koester. Recorded on Jan. 22, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL335 for Mar. 21, 2021 (Zacchaeus), featuring Profs. Cameron B.R. Howard, Rolf Jacobson, and Craig Koester. Recorded on Jan. 22, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL334 for Mar. 14, 2021 (Rich Man and Lazarus), featuring Profs. Cameron B.R. Howard, Rolf Jacobson, and Craig Koester. Recorded on Jan. 22, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL333 for Mar. 7, 2021 (Lost Sheep, Coin, Son), featuring Profs. Cameron B.R. Howard, Rolf Jacobson, and Craig Koester. Recorded on Jan. 22, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL332 for Feb. 28, 2021 (Lament over Jerusalem), featuring Profs. Cameron B.R. Howard, Rolf Jacobson, and Craig Koester. Recorded on Jan. 22, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL331 for Feb. 21, 2021 (Good Samaritan), featuring Profs. Cameron B.R. Howard, Rolf Jacobson, and Craig Koester. Recorded on Jan. 22, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL330 for Feb. 17, 2021 (Jesus Turns to Jerusalem), featuring Profs. Cameron B.R. Howard, Rolf Jacobson, and Craig Koester. Recorded on Jan. 22, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL329 for Feb. 14, 2021, (Transfiguration) featuring Profs. Cameron B.R. Howard, Rolf Jacobson, and Craig Koester. Recorded on Jan. 22, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings NL325 for Feb. 7, 2021, (Raising the Widow's Son) featuring Profs. Cameron B.R. Howard, Rolf Jacobson, and Craig Koester. Recorded on Jan. 22, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Jan. 31, 2021, (Healing on the Sabbath) featuring Profs. Cameron B.R. Howard, Rolf Jacobson, and Craig Koester. Recorded on Jan. 22, 2021, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Jan. 24, 2021, (Fish for People) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Nov. 12, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Jan. 17, 2021, (Sermon at Nazareth) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Nov. 12, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Access Narrative Lectionary Year readings: 2020-21 Readings (Year 3)

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Jan. 10, 2021, (Jesus' Baptism) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Nov. 12, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Jan. 3, 2021, (Boy in the Temple) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Nov. 12, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 27, 2020, (Simeon and Anna) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Nov. 12, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 24 and 25, 2020, (Birth of Jesus/Shepherds Visit) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Nov. 12, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 20, 2020, (Jesus' Birth Announced) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Nov. 12, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for an introduction to preaching the Gospel of Luke in Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary. Recorded Nov. 12, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 13, 2020, (Spirit of the Lord Upon Me) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Sept. 29, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 6, 2020, (Joel: God's Promised Spirit) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Sept. 29, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 29, 2020, (Daniel's Hope in God) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Sept. 29, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 22, 2020, (God Promises a New Covenant) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Sept. 29, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 15, 2020, (God Calls Isaiah) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Sept. 29, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 8, 2020, (Jonah and God's Mercy) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Sept. 29, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 1, 2020, (God's Care for the Widow) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Sept. 29, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Oct. 25, 2020, (God's Promise to David) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Sept. 29, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Oct. 18, 2020, (God Answers Hannah) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Sept. 29, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Oct. 11, 2020, (Golden Calf) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Aug. 10, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Oct. 4, 2020, (The Promise of Passover) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Aug. 10, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Sept. 27, 2020, (God Works through Joseph) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Aug. 10, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Sept. 20, 2020, (God's Promise to Abraham) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Aug. 10, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Sept. 13, 2020, (Creation and Fall) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Aug. 10, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Sept. 6, 2020, (Introduction to Year 3) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Aug. 10, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher.

This rebroadcast of a 2016 podcast discusses the Narrative Lectionary preaching series on 2 Corinthians. Note that the podcast covers the entire series. In this recording they refer to a six-week series, but the summer 2020 version of the preaching series has been adapted to a five-week series spanning read more...

This rebroadcast of a 2016 podcast discusses the Narrative Lectionary preaching series on Job. Note that this podcast covers the entire series. In this recording they refer to a six-week series, but the summer 2020 version of the preaching series has been adapted to a five-week series spanning June 7 read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for May 31, 2020, (Gifts of the Spirit) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on May 1, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for May 24, 2020, (Death Swallowed in Life) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on May 1, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for May 17, 2020, (Faith, Hope, and Love) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on May 1, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for May 10, 2020, (Church at Corinth) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on May 1, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for May 3, 2020, (Church at Thessalonica) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Apr. 1, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Apr. 26, 2020, (Peter Heals in Jerusalem) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Apr. 1, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Apr. 19, 2020, (You Shall Be My Witnesses) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Apr. 1, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Apr. 12, 2020, (Resurrection) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Apr. 1, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Apr. 10, 2020, (Crucifixion) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Apr. 1, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Apr. 9, 2020, (Lord's Supper, Prayer in Gethsemane) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Apr. 1, 2020, via Zoom for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Apr. 5, 2020, (Triumphal Entry) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded on Feb. 6, 2020, at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Mar. 29, 2020, (End of the Age) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Mar. 22, 2020, (Great Commandment) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Mar. 15, 2020, (Parable of the Tenants) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Mar. 8, 2020, (Bartimaeus Healed) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Mar. 1, 2020, (First Last and Last First) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Feb. 26, 2020, (Passion Prediction) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Feb. 23, 2020, (Transfiguration) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Feb. 16, 2020, (What Defiles?) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Feb. 9, 2020, (Death of John the Baptist) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Feb. 2, 2020, (Jairus' Daughter Healed) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Jan. 26, 2020, (Jesus and the Gerasene Demoniac) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Jan. 19, 2020, (Parables in Mark) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Jan. 12, 2020, (Jesus Heals and Teaches) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Jan.5, 2020, (Jesus' Ministry Begins) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 29, 2019, (Beginning of Good News) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Intro to Mark's Gospel, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 25, 2019, (Shepherds Visit) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 24, 2019, (Birth of Jesus) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 22, 2019, (Zechariah's Song) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 15, 2019, (Rebuilding the Temple) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 8, 2019, (Isaiah of the Exile) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 1, 2019, (Promise of the Messiah) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 24, 2019, (Josiah's Reform) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 17, 2019, (Isaiah's Vineyard Song) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 10, 2019, (Hosea) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 3, 2019, (Elijah at Mount Carmel) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Oct. 27, 2019, (Kingdom Divided) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Oct. 20, 2019, (David Anointed King) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Oct. 13, 2019, (Ruth) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on the Narrative Lectionary readings for Oct. 6, 2019, (Hear O Israel) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Exodus 1:8-14 [1:15--2:10]; 3:1-15, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Sept. 29, 2019, (Moses and God's Name) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Genesis 32:[9-13] 22-30, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Sept. 22, 2019, (Jacob Wrestles God) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Genesis 18:1-15; 21:1-7, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Sept. 15, 2019, (Isaac Born to Sarah) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Genesis 2:4b-25, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Sept. 8, 2019, (Garden of Eden) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

This podcast introduces Narrative Lectionary Year 2: Mark (2019-2020) and provides an overview of the themes to follow from September 2019 through May 2020. Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for a conversation on the Narrative Lectionary. Recorded at Luther Seminary, read more...

This podcast covers the three-week summer preaching series on Sabbath featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. for Working Preacher. read more...

This podcast covers the three-week summer preaching series on Creeds featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. for Working Preacher. read more...

This podcast covers the three-week summer preaching series on Sabbath featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. for Working Preacher. read more...

This podcast covers the three-week summer preaching series on Creeds featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. for Working Preacher. read more...

This podcast covers the three-week summer preaching series on Sabbath featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. for Working Preacher. read more...

This podcast covers the three-week summer preaching series on Creeds featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. for Working Preacher. read more...

Rebroadcast of a 2015 Narrative Lectionary podcast that covers a 5-week preaching series on Hebrews. Note that the dates mentioned on the podcast do not correspond with the 2019 series dates. read more...

Rebroadcast of a 2015 Narrative Lectionary podcast that covers a 5-week preaching series on Hebrews. Note that the dates mentioned on the podcast do not correspond with the 2019 series dates. read more...

Rebroadcast of a 2015 Narrative Lectionary podcast that covers a 5-week preaching series on Hebrews. Note that the dates mentioned on the podcast do not correspond with the 2019 series dates. read more...

Rebroadcast of a 2015 Narrative Lectionary podcast that covers a 5-week preaching series on Hebrews. Note that the dates mentioned on the podcast do not correspond with the 2019 series dates. read more...

Rebroadcast of 2015 Narrative Lectionary podcast for a 6-week preaching series on Psalms. Note that the 2019 version of this preaching series omits Psalm 1 and Psalm 146. read more...

Rebroadcast of 2015 Narrative Lectionary podcast for a 6-week preaching series on Psalms. Note that the 2019 version of this preaching series omits Psalm 1 and Psalm 146. read more...

Rebroadcast of 2015 Narrative Lectionary podcast for a 6-week preaching series on Psalms. Note that the 2019 version of this preaching series omits Psalm 1 and Psalm 146. read more...

Podcast on Acts 2:1-4; Romans 8:14-39, the Narrative Lectionary readings for June 9, 2019 (Nothing Can Separate Us) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Romans 6:1-14, the Narrative Lectionary readings for June 2, 2019 (Hope of Resurrection) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Romans [3:28-30] 5:1-11, the Narrative Lectionary readings for May 26, 2019 (God's Love Poured Out) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Romans 1:1-17, the Narrative Lectionary readings for May 19, 2019 (Gospel as Salvation) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Acts 13:1-3; 14:8-18, the Narrative Lectionary readings for May 12, 2019 (Paul's Mission) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Acts 10:1-17, 34-35, the Narrative Lectionary readings for May 5, 2019 (Peter's Vision) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 28:16-20, the Narrative Lectionary readings for April 28, 2019 (Great Commission) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 28:1-10, the Narrative Lectionary readings for April 21, 2019 (Easter) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 26:17-30 and Matthew 27:27-61, the Narrative Lectionary readings for April 18 and 19, 2019 (Words of Institution and Crucifixion) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 26:17-30 and Matthew 27:27-61, the Narrative Lectionary readings for April 18 and 19, 2019 (Words of Institution and Crucifixion) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 21:1-17, the Narrative Lectionary readings for April 14, 2019 (Triumphal Entry) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 25:31-46, the Narrative Lectionary readings for April 7, 2019 (Last Judgment) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 25:1-13, the Narrative Lectionary readings for March 31, 2019 (Bridesmaids [or Talents]) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 22:1-14, the Narrative Lectionary readings for March 24, 2019 (Wedding Banquet) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 20:1-16, the Narrative Lectionary readings for March 17, 2019 (Laborers in the Vineyard) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 18:15-35, the Narrative Lectionary readings for March 10, 2019 (Forgiveness) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 18:1-9, the Narrative Lectionary readings for March 6, 2019 (Who Is the Greatest) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 16:24--17:8, the Narrative Lectionary readings for March 3, 2019 (Transfiguration) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 14:13-33, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Feb. 24, 2019 (Feeding 5,000) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 13:24-43, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Feb. 17, 2019 (Parables of the Kingdom) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 7:1-14, 24-29, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Feb. 10, 2019 (The Golden Rule) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 6:7-21, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Feb. 3, 2019 (Treasure in Heaven) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 5:1-20, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Jan. 27, 2019 (Beatitudes) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 4:1-17, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Jan. 20, 2019 (Tempted in the Wilderness) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 3:1-17, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Jan. 13, 2019 (Jesus' Baptism) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 2:1-23, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Jan. 6, 2019 (Magi Visit) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 1:1-17, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 30, 2018 (Genealogy of Jesus) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Luke 2:8-20, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 25, 2018 (Shepherds Visit) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Luke 2:1-14 [15-20], the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 24, 2018 (Birth of Jesus) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Matthew 1:18-25, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 23, 2018 (Jesus as Immanuel) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Special podcast on Intro to Matthew's Gospel (Year 1: 2018-2019) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Isaiah 42:1-9, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 16, 2018 (Light to the Nations) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Esther 4:1-17, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 9, 2018 (Esther) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:2-4; 3:[3b-6] 17-19, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Dec. 2, 2018 (Faith as a Way of Life) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Jeremiah 1:4-10; 7:1-11, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 25, 2018 (Jeremiah's Temple Sermon) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Isaiah 36:1-3, 13-20; 37:1-7; then 2:1-4, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 18, 2018 (Swords into Plowshares) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Micah [1:3-5]; 5:2-5a; 6:6-8, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 11, 2018 (Micah) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on 2 Kings 5:1-5a, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 4, 2018 (Elisha Heals Naaman) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on 1 Kings 3:4-9 (10-15) 16-28, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Oct. 28, 2018 (Solomon's Wisdom) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on 2 Samuel 11:1-5,26-27; 12:1-9; Psalm 51:1-9, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Oct. 21, 2018 (David and Bathsheba) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Joshua 24:1-15 [16-26], the Narrative Lectionary reading for Oct. 14, 2018 (Joshua Renews the Covenant) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Exodus 19:3-7; 20:1-17, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Oct. 7, 2018 (Covenant and Commandments) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Exodus 14:5-7,10-14,21-29, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Sept. 30, 2018 (Rescue at the Sea) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Genesis 39:1-23, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Sept. 23, 2018, (Joseph in Potiphar's House) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Genesis 12:1-9, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Sept. 16, 2018, (Call of Abraham) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

Podcast on Genesis 6-9, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Sept. 9, 2018, (Flood and Promise) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for Working Preacher. read more...

This podcast introduces Narrative Lectionary Year 1: Matthew (2018-2019) and provides an overview of the themes to follow from September 2018 through May 2019. Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for a conversation on the Narrative Lectionary. Recorded at Luther Seminary, read more...

This podcast covers the three-week summer preaching series on Stewardship/Generosity. Join Profs. Adam Copeland, Cameron Howard, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for a conversation on the Narrative Lectionary. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for WorkingPreacher.org. read more...

This podcast covers the three-week summer preaching series on Stewardship/Generosity. Join Profs. Adam Copeland, Cameron Howard, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for a conversation on the Narrative Lectionary. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for WorkingPreacher.org. read more...

This podcast covers the three-week summer preaching series on Stewardship/Generosity. Join Profs. Adam Copeland, Cameron Howard, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for a conversation on the Narrative Lectionary. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for WorkingPreacher.org. read more...

This re-broadcast podcast covers the four-week summer preaching series on Ruth (first aired in August 2014 -- note Dr. Schifferdecker's opening reference to "last Sundays in summer" is not applicable to 2018 dates). Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for a conversation read more...

This re-broadcast podcast covers the four-week summer preaching series on Ruth (first aired in August 2014 -- note Dr. Schifferdecker's opening reference to "last Sundays in summer" is not applicable to 2018 dates). Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for a conversation read more...

This re-broadcast podcast covers the four-week summer preaching series on Ruth (first aired in August 2014 -- note Dr. Schifferdecker's opening reference to "last Sundays in summer" is not applicable to 2018 dates). Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for a conversation read more...

This re-broadcast podcast covers the four-week summer preaching series on 1 John (first aired in July 2014 -- note Dr. Koester's opening reference to "three Sundays in July and one in August" is not applicable to 2018 dates). Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for a conversation read more...

This re-broadcast podcast covers the four-week summer preaching series on 1 John (first aired in July 2014 -- note Dr. Koester's opening reference to "three Sundays in July and one in August" is not applicable to 2018 dates). Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for a conversation read more...

This re-broadcast podcast covers the four-week summer preaching series on 1 John (first aired in July 2014 -- note Dr. Koester's opening reference to "three Sundays in July and one in August" is not applicable to 2018 dates). Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for a conversation read more...

This re-broadcast podcast covers the summer preaching series on the Ten Commandments (first aired in June 2014). Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for a conversation on the Narrative Lectionary. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for WorkingPreacher.org. read more...

This re-broadcast podcast covers the summer preaching series on the Ten Commandments (first aired in June 2014). Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for a conversation on the Narrative Lectionary. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for WorkingPreacher.org. read more...

Podcast on Acts 2:1-21, Philippians 4:4-7, the Narrative Lectionary reading for May 20, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Mark Throntveit. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

Podcast on Philippians 2:1-13, the Narrative Lectionary reading for May 13, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Mark Throntveit. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

Podcast on Philippians 1:1-18a, the Narrative Lectionary reading for May 6, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Mark Throntveit. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

Podcast on Acts 17:16-31, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Apr. 29, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Mark Throntveit. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

Podcast on Acts 16:16-34, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Apr. 22, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Mark Throntveit. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

Podcast on Acts 9:1-19a, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Apr. 15, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Mark Throntveit. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

Podcast on John 20:19-31, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Apr. 8, 2018, (Easter Sunday) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

Podcast on John 20:1-18, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Apr. 1, 2018, (Easter Sunday) featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

Podcast on John 19:23-42, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Mar. 29 (Maundy Thursday) & Mar. 30 (Good Friday), 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

Podcast on John 12:12-27; 19:16b-22, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Mar. 25, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

Podcast on John 19:1-16a, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Mar. 18, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast on John 18:28-40, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Mar. 11, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast on John 18:12-27, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Mar. 4, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for John 13:1-17, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Feb. 25, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for John 11:1-44, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Feb. 18, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for John 10:1-18, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Feb. 14, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for John 9:1-41, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Feb. 11, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for John 4:1-42, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Feb. 4, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for John 3:1-21, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Jan. 28, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for John 2:13-25, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Jan. 21, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for John 2:1-11, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Jan. 14, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for John 1:35-51, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Jan. 7, 2018, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for John 1:19-34, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Dec. 31, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for Luke 2:8-20, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Dec. 25, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for Luke 2:1-14 [15-20], the Narrative Lectionary reading for the evening of Dec. 24, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for John 1:1-18, the Narrative Lectionary reading for the morning of Dec. 24, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast provides an overview to preaching the Gospel of John, the gospel featured in Narrative Lectionary Year 4. This podcast features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Karoline Lewis, and Craig Koester, and was recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for Isaiah 55:1-13, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Dec. 17, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for Ezekiel 37:1-14, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Dec. 10, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for Daniel 3:1, [2-7], 8-30, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Dec. 3, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for Jeremiah 29:1, 4-14, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Nov. 26, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for Isaiah 9:1-7, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Nov. 19, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for Amos 1:1-2; 5:14-15, 21-24, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Nov. 12, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for 1 Kings 19:1-18, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Nov. 5, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for 1 Kings 5:1-5; 8:1-13, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Oct. 29, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for 1 Samuel 16:1-13; Psalm 51:10-14, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Oct. 22, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for 1 Samuel 3:1-21, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Oct. 15, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for Exodus 16:1-18, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Oct. 8, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for Exodus 2:23-25; 3:1-15; 4:10-17, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Oct. 1, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for Genesis 27:1-4, 15-23; 28:10-17, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Sept. 24, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for Genesis 21:1-3; 22:1-14, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Sept. 17, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on the narrative lectionary. This podcast introduces 2017-2018 (Year 4: John) and provides an overview of the themes to follow from September 2017 through May 2018. read more...

This is the podcast for Genesis 1:1--2:4a, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Sept. 10, 2017, featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 4-week preaching series on Revelation (Aug. 13-Sept. 3, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 4-week preaching series on sacraments (Aug. 13-Sept. 3, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 4-week preaching series on Revelation (Aug. 13-Sept. 3, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 4-week preaching series on sacraments (Aug. 13-Sept. 3, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 4-week preaching series on sacraments (Aug. 13-Sept. 3, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 4-week preaching series on Revelation (Aug. 13-Sept. 3, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 4-week preaching series on Revelation (Aug. 13-Sept. 3, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 4-week preaching series on sacraments (Aug. 13-Sept. 3, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 4-week preaching series on Ephesians (July 16-Aug. 6, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 4-week preaching series on Ephesians (July 16-Aug. 6, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 4-week preaching series on Ephesians (July 16-Aug. 6, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 4-week preaching series on Ephesians (July 16-Aug. 6, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 5-week preaching series on the Psalms (June 11-July 9, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 5-week preaching series on the Psalms (June 11-July 9, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 5-week preaching series on the Psalms (June 11-July 9, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 5-week preaching series on the Psalms (June 11-July 9, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This is the podcast for the Narrative Lectionary's 5-week preaching series on the Psalms (June 11-July 9, 2017), featuring Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Acts 2:1-4; Galatians 4:1-7 and/or Galatians 5:16-26, the Narrative Lectionary readings for June 4, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Galatians 3:1-9; 23-29, the Narrative Lectionary reading for May 28, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Galatians 1:13-17; 2:11-21, the Narrative Lectionary reading for May 21, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Acts 15:1-18, the Narrative Lectionary reading for May 14, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Acts 8:26-39, the Narrative Lectionary reading for May 7, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Acts 6:1--7:2a, 44-60, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Apr. 30, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 24:13-35, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Apr. 23, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 24:1-12, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Apr. 16, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 23:32-47, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Apr. 14, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 22:1-27, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Apr. 13, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 19:29-44, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Apr. 9, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 18:31--19:10, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Apr. 2, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 16:19-31 the Narrative Lectionary reading for Mar. 26, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 15:1-32 the Narrative Lectionary reading for Mar. 19, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 13:1-9, 30-35 the Narrative Lectionary reading for Mar. 12, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 10:25-42, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Mar. 5, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 9:51-62, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Mar. 1, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 9:28-45, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Feb. 26, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 7:36-50, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Feb. 19, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 7:18-35, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Feb. 12, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 7:1-17, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Feb. 5, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Karoline Lewis. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 6:1-16, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Jan. 29, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 5:1-11, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Jan. 22, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 4:14-30, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Jan. 15, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 3:1-22, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Jan. 8, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 2:21-38, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Jan. 1, 2017, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 2:8-20, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Dec. 25, 2016, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. Podcast recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn. read more...

This podcast on Luke 2:1-14 [15-20], the Narrative Lectionary reading for Dec. 24, 2016, features Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Matt Skinner. read more...

This bonus podcast on Luke 1:26-45 [46-56], the Narrative Lectionary reading for Dec. 18, 2016, features Prof. Matt Skinner in conversation with Profs. Rolf Jacobson and Kathryn Schifferdecker. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker and Matt Skinner for an introduction to preaching the Gospel of Luke in Year 3 of the Narrative Lectionary. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for WorkingPreacher.org. read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses Luke 1:26-45 [46-56], the reading for Dec. 18, 2016. Listen in to NL246 (Intro to Luke's Gospel) and NL247 (Bonus track on this week's NL reading featuring Matt Skinner). read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses Isaiah 61:1-11, the reading for Dec. 11, 2016. read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses Joel 2:12-13, 28-29, the reading for Dec. 4, 2016. read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses Daniel 6:6-27, the reading for Nov. 27, 2016. read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses Jeremiah 36:1-8, 21-23, 27-28; then 31:31-34, the reading for Nov. 20, 2016. read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses Isaiah 6:1-8, the reading for Nov. 13, 2016. read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses Jonah 1:1-17; 3:1- 10 [4:1-11], the reading for Nov. 6, 2016. read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses 1 Kings 17:1-16 [17-24], the reading for Oct. 30, 2016. read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses 2 Samuel 7:1-17, the reading for Oct. 23, 2016. read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses 1 Samuel 1:9-11, 19-20; 2:1-10, the reading for Oct. 16, 2016. read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses Exodus 32:1-14, the reading for Oct. 9, 2016. read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses Exodus 12:1-13; 13:1-8, the reading for Oct. 2, 2016. read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses Genesis 37:3-8, 17b-22, 26-34; 50:15-21, the reading for Sept. 25, 2016. read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses Genesis 15:1-6, the reading for Sept. 18, 2016. read more...

This Narrative Lectionary podcast discusses Genesis 2:4b-7, 15-17; 3:1-8, the reading for Sept. 11, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses the four-week summer preaching series on the Lord's Prayer, Aug. 14 - Sept. 4, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses the four-week summer preaching series on the Lord's Prayer, Aug. 14 - Sept. 4, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses the four-week summer preaching series on the Lord's Prayer, Aug. 14 - Sept. 4, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses the four-week summer preaching series on the Lord's Prayer, Aug. 14 - Sept. 4, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses the six-week summer preaching series on Job, July 3 - Aug. 7, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses the six-week summer preaching series on Job, July 3 - Aug. 7, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses the six-week summer preaching series on Job, July 3 - Aug. 7, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses the six-week summer preaching series on Job, July 3 - Aug. 7, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses the six-week summer preaching series on Job, July 3 - Aug. 7, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses the six-week summer preaching series on Job, July 3 - Aug. 7, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses the six-week summer preaching series on 2 Corinthians, May 22 - June 26, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Acts 2:1-4 and 1 Corinthians 12:1-13, the Narrative Lectionary readings for May 15, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses 1 Corinthians 15:1-26, 51-57, the Narrative Lectionary reading for May 8, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, the Narrative Lectionary reading for May 1, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Acts 18:1-4 and 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Apr. 24, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Acts 17:1-9 and 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Apr. 17, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Acts 3:1-10, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Apr. 10, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Acts 1:1-14, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Apr. 3, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 16:1-8, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Mar. 27, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 15:16-39, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Mar. 25, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 14:22-42, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Mar. 24, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 11:1-11 or Mark 14:3-9, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Mar. 20, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 13:1-8, 24-37, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Mar. 13, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 12:28-44, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Mar. 6, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 12:1-12 [13-17], the Narrative Lectionary reading for Feb. 28, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 10:32-52, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Feb. 21, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 10:17-31, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Feb. 14, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 9:30-37, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Ash Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 8:27--9:8, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Feb. 7, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 6:1-29, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Jan. 31, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 5:21-43, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Jan. 24, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 4:1-34, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Jan. 17, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 2:1-22, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Jan. 10, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 1:21-45, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Jan. 3, 2016. read more...

This podcast discusses Mark 1:1-20, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Dec. 27, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses Luke 2:1-20, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Dec. 24 and Dec. 25, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses preaching the Gospel of Mark for Narrative Lectionary Year 2 (2015-20160). read more...

This podcast discusses Luke 1:5-13, 57-80, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Dec. 20, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses Ezra 1:1-4; 3:1-4, 10-13, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Dec. 13, 2015. Note that the accompanying Gospel reading has been expanded to Luke 2:25-32. read more...

This podcast discusses Isaiah 40:1-11, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Dec. 6, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses 2 Kings 22:1-10, [14-20]; 23:1-3, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 29, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses Isaiah 5:1-7; 11:1-5, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 22, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses Hosea 11:1-9, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 15, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses 1 Kings 18:20-39, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 8, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses 1 Kings 12:1-17, 25-29, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Nov. 1, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses 2 Samuel 5:1-5; 6:1-5; and Psalm 150, the Narrative Lectionary readings for Oct. 25, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses Ruth 1:1-17, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Oct. 18, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses Deuteronomy 5:1-21; 6:4-9, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Oct. 11, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses Exodus 1:8-14 [15--2:10]; 3:1-15, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Oct. 4, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses Genesis 32:22-30, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Sept. 27, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses Genesis 18:1-15; 21:1-7, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Sept. 20, 2015. read more...

This podcast discusses Genesis 2:4b-25, the Narrative Lectionary reading for Sept. 13, 2015. read more...

This podcast introduces Narrative Lectionary Year 2: Mark (2015-2016) and provides an overview of the themes to follow from September 2015 through May 2016. read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on the 5-week preaching series on Hebrews (Aug. 9 - Sept. 6, 2015). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on the 4-week preaching series on the Creeds (July 12 - Aug. 2, 2015). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on the 4-week preaching series on Old Testament Wisdom and Poetry (July 12 - Aug. 2, 2015). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on the 6-week preaching series on Psalms (May 31 - July 5, 2015). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for May 24, 2015: Acts 2:1-4, Romans 8:18-39 (Accompanying text: Matthew 28:16-20). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for May 17, 2015: Romans 6:1-14 (Accompanying text: Matthew 6:24). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for May 10, 2015: Romans 5:1-11 (Accompanying text: Matthew 11:28-30). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for May 3, 2015: Romans 1:1-17 (Accompanying text: Matthew 9:10-13. read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for April 26, 2015: Acts 13:1-3, 14:8-18 (Accompanying text: Matthew 10:40-42. read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for April 19, 2015: Acts 10:1-17, 34-35 (Accompanying text: Matthew 9:36-37. read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for April 12, 2015: Matthew 28:16-20 (Accompanying text: Psalm 40:9-10. read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for April 5, 2015: Matthew 28:1-10 (Accompanying text: Psalm 118:19-24. read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for April 3, 2015: Matthew 27:27-61 (Accompanying text: Psalm 22:1-2, [14-18]). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for April 2, 2015: Matthew 26:17-30 (Accompanying text: Psalm 116:12-15). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for March 29, 2015: Matthew 21:1-13 (Accompanying text: Psalm 118:26-29). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for March 22, 2015: Matthew 25:31-46 (Accompanying text: Psalm 98:7-9). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for March 15, 2015: Matthew 25:1-13 [14-30] (Accompanying text: Psalm 43:3-4). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for March 8, 2015: Matthew 22:1-14 (Accompanying text: Psalm 45:6-7). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for March 1, 2015: Matthew 20:1-16 (Accompanying text: Psalm 16:5-8). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for Feb. 22, 2015: Matthew 18:15-35 (Accompanying text: Psalm 32:1-2). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for Feb. 18, 2015: Matthew 18:1-9 (Accompanying text: Psalm 146:7c-10 or 51:1-3). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for Feb. 15, 2015: Matthew 16:24--17:8 (Accompanying text: Psalm 41:7-10). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for Feb. 8, 2015: Matthew 14:13-33 (Accompanying text: Psalm 95:1-5). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for Feb. 1, 2015: Matthew 6:7-21 (Accompanying text: Psalm 20:7). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for Jan. 25, 2015: Matthew 5:1-20 (Accompanying text: Psalm 1:1-3). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for Jan. 18, 2015: Matthew 4:1-17 (Accompanying text: Psalm 91:9-12). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for Jan. 11, 2015: Matthew 3:1-17 (Accompanying text: Psalm 2:7-8). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for Jan. 4, 2015: Matthew 2:12-23 (Accompanying text: Psalm 11:1-3). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for Dec. 28, 2014: Matthew 2:1-12 (Accompanying text: Psalm 96:10-13). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for Dec. 25, 2014: Luke 2:1-14 [15-20] (Accompanying text: Psalm 95:6-7). NOTE: This is the same podcast as the one published for Dec. 24, 2014. read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for Dec. 24, 2014: Luke 2:1-14 [15-20] (Accompanying text: Psalm 96:10-13). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on readings for Dec. 21, 2014: Matthew 1:18-25 (Accompanying text: Psalm 23:1-4, or 23:4). read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast introducing preaching on the Gospel of Matthew for Narrative Lectionary Year 1. read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on texts for Dec. 14, 2014: Isaiah 42:1-9. Accompanying reading: Matthew 12:15-21. read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on texts for Dec. 7, 2014: Esther 4:1-17. Accompanying reading: Matthew 5:13-15. read more...

Narrative Lectionary podcast on texts for Nov. 30, 2014: Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:2-4; 3:17-19. Accompanying reading: Matthew 26:36-38. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 1 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the readings for Nov. 23, 2014: Jeremiah 1:4-10; 7:1-11. Accompanying reading: Matthew 21:12-13. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 1 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the readings for Nov. 16, 2014: Isaiah 36:1-3, 13-20; 37:1-7; 2:1-4. Accompanying reading: Matthew 5:14. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 1 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the readings for Nov. 9, 2014: Micah 5:2-4, 6:6-8. Accompanying reading: Matthew 9:13. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 1 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the readings for Nov. 2, 2014: 2 Kings 5:1-14 (along with some thoughts on connecting this text to All Saints Sunday). Accompanying read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 1 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the readings for Oct. 26, 2014: 1 Kings 3:4-9, (10-15), 16-28 (along with some thoughts on connecting this text to Reformation Sunday). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 1 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the readings for Oct. 19, 2014: 2 Samuel 12:1-9; Psalm 51:1-9. Accompanying reading: Matthew 21:33-41. read more...

Join Profs. Cameron Howard, Craig Koester and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 1 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the reading for Oct. 12, 2014: Joshua 24:1-15. Accompanying reading: Matthew 4:8-10. read more...

Join Profs. Cameron Howard, Craig Koester and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 1 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the reading for Oct. 5, 2014: Exodus 19:3-7; 20:1-17. Accompanying reading: Matthew 5:17. read more...

Join Profs. Cameron Howard, Craig Koester and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 1 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the reading for Sept. 28, 2014: Exodus 14:10-14, 21-29. Accompanying reading: Matthew 2:13-15. read more...

Join Profs. Cameron Howard, Craig Koester and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 1 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the reading for Sept. 21, 2014: Genesis 39:1-23. Accompanying reading: Matthew 5:11-12. read more...

Join Profs. Cameron Howard, Craig Koester and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 1 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the reading for Sept. 14, 2014: Genesis 12:1-9. Accompanying reading: Matthew 28:19-20. read more...

Join Profs. Cameron Howard, Craig Koester and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 1 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the reading for Sept. 7, 2014: Genesis 6:16-22; 9:8-15. Accompanying reading: Matthew 8:24-27. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the summer preaching series on Ruth, August 10-31, 2014. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the summer preaching series on 1 John, July 13-August 3, 2014. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the summer preaching series on the Ten Commandments, June 15-July 6, 2014. read more...

Join Profs. Eric Barreto, Cameron Howard, and Rolf Jacobson for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for June 8, 2014: Acts 2:1-21 and Philippians 4:4-7. Accompanying reading: John 14:16-17. read more...

Join Profs. Eric Barreto, Cameron Howard, and Rolf Jacobson for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for June 1, 2014: Philippians 2:1-13. Accompanying reading: Luke 6:43-45. read more...

Join Profs. Eric Barreto, Cameron Howard, and Rolf Jacobson for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for May 25, 2014: Philippians 1:1-18a. Accompanying reading: Luke 9:46-48. read more...

Join Profs. Eric Barreto, Cameron Howard, and Rolf Jacobson for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for May 18, 2014: Acts 17:16-31. Accompanying reading: John 1:16-18. read more...

Join Profs. Eric Barreto, Cameron Howard, and Rolf Jacobson for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for May 11, 2014: Acts 16:16-34. Accompanying reading: Luke 6:18-19, 22-23. read more...

Join Profs. Eric Barreto, Cameron Howard, and Rolf Jacobson for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for May 4, 2014: Acts 9:1-19. Accompanying reading: Matthew 6:24. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Cameron Howard for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for April 27, 2014: John 20:19-31. Accompanying reading: Psalm 145:13-21. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Cameron Howard for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for April 20, 2014: John 20:1-18. Accompanying reading: Psalm 118:21-29. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Cameron Howard for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for April 18, 2014: John 19:31-42. Accompanying reading: Psalm 31:9-18. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Cameron Howard for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for April 17, 2014: John 19:23-30. Accompanying reading: Psalm 26:3. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Cameron Howard for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for April 13, 2014: John 12:12-27; 19:16b-22. Accompanying reading: Psalm 24. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for April 6, 2014: John 19:1-16a. Accompanying reading: Psalm 146. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for March 30, 2014: John 18:28-40. Accompanying reading: Psalm 145:10-13. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for March 23, 2014: John 18:12-27. Accompanying reading: Psalm 17:1-7. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for March 16, 2014: John 13:1-17. Accompanying reading: Psalm 51:7-12. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for March 9, 2014: 11:1-44. Accompanying reading: Psalm 104:27-30. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for March 5, 2014: John 10:1-18. Accompanying reading: Psalm 23. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for March 2, 2014: John 9:1-41. Accompanying reading: Psalm 27:1-4. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for Feb. 23, 2014: John 7:37-52. Accompanying reading: Psalm 147:1-11. NOTE: This podcast (NL117) experienced technical read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for Feb. 16, 2014: John 6:35-59. Accompanying reading: Psalm 34:1-10. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for Feb. 9, 2014: John 4:46-52 and/or John 5:1-18. Accompanying reading: Psalm 40:1-5. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for Feb. 2, 2014: John 4:1-42. Accompanying reading: Psalm 42:1-3. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for Jan. 26, 2014: John 3:1-21. Accompanying reading: Psalm 139:13-18. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for Jan. 19, 2014: John 2:13-25. Accompanying reading: Psalm 127:1-2. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for Jan. 12, 2014: John 2:1-11. Accompanying reading: Psalm 104:14-16. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for Jan. 5, 2014: John 1:35-51. Accompanying reading: Psalm 66:1-5. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the text for Dec. 29, 2013: John 1:19-34. Accompanying reading: Psalm 32:1-2. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the texts for Dec. 25, 2013: Matthew 2:1-12 (or Luke 2:8-20). Accompanying reading: Psalm 102:13-15. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers the texts for Dec. 24, 2013, the Birth of Jesus: Luke 2:1-20 (or Luke 2:1-14). Accompanying reading: Psalm 96:7-10. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Dec. 22, 2013: John 1:1-18 (Psalm 130:5-8). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This special-edition podcast provides an intro and overview of the Gospel of John. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Dec. 15, 2013: Isaiah 55:1-11 (corresponding Gospel: John 4:13-14). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Dec. 8, 2013: Ezekiel 37:1-14 (corresponding Gospel: John 11:25-26). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Dec. 1, 2013: Daniel 3:1, 8-30 (corresponding Gospel: John 18:36-37). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Nov. 24, 2013: Jeremiah 29:1,4-14 (corresponding Gospel: John 14:27). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Nov. 17, 2013: Isaiah 9:1-7 (corresponding Gospel: John 8:12). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Nov. 10, 2013: Amos 1:1-2; 5:14-15, 21-24 (corresponding Gospel: John 7:37-38). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Nov. 3, 2013: 1 Kings 19:1-18 (corresponding Gospel: John 12:27-28). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Oct. 27, 2013: 1 Kings 5:1-5; 8:1-13 (corresponding Gospel: John 2: 19-21). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Oct. 20, 2013: 1 Samuel 16:1-13, Psalm 51:10-14 (corresponding Gospel: John 7:24). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Oct. 13, 2013: 1 Samuel 3:1-21 (corresponding Gospel: John 20:21-23). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Oct. 6, 2013: Exodus 16:1-18 (corresponding Gospel: John 6:51). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Sept. 29, 2013: Exodus 2:23-25; 3:10-15; 4:10-17 (corresponding Gospel: John 8:58). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Sept. 22, 2013: Genesis 27:1-4, 15-23; 28:10-17 (corresponding Gospel: John 1:50-51). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Sept. 15, 2013: Genesis 21:1-3; 22:1-14 (corresponding Gospel: John 1:29). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Craig Koester, and Kathryn Schifferdecker for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on Year 4 of the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers texts for Sept. 8, 2013: Genesis 1:1-2:4a (corresponding Gospel: John 1:1-5). read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers a four-week preaching series on Ephesians. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers a six-week preaching series on Wisdom. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a conversation on the narrative lectionary. This podcast covers a five-week preaching series on the Lord's Prayer. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. The readings for Day of Pentecost are Acts 2:1- 4; Galatians 4:1-7; and Luke 11:11-13. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. The readings for Seventh Sunday of Easter are Galatians 3:1-9, 23-29; and Luke 1:68-73. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. The readings for Sixth Sunday of Easter are Galatians 1:13-17; 2:11-21; and Luke 18:9-14. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. The readings for Fifth Sunday of Easter are Acts 15:1-17; and Luke 2:29-32. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. The readings for Fourth Sunday of Easter are Acts 8:26-39; and Luke 24:44-47. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. The readings for Third Sunday of Easter are Acts 6:1-15, 7:1-2a, 47-60; and Luke 23:33-34a, 46. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. The readings for Second Sunday of Easter are Luke 24:13-35 and Psalm 30 or 30:11. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. The readings for Easter are: Luke 24:1-16; and Psalm 118:17, 21-24 or 118:22. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 23:32-47; and Psalm 31:5-13 or 31:5a. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 22:1-27; and Psalm 34:8-10 or 34:8. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 19:29-44; and Psalm 118:19-23 or 118:20. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 18:31--19:10; and Psalm 84:1-4, 10-12 or 84:10. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 16:19-31; and Psalm 41:1-3 or 41:1. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 15:1-32; and Psalm 119:167-176 or 119:176. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 13:1-9, 31-35; and Psalm 122 or 122:6. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 10:25-42 and Psalm 15 or 15:1. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 9:51-62 and Psalm 5:7-8 or 5:8. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 9:28-45 and Psalm 36:5-10 or 36:9. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 7:1-17 and Psalm 119:105-107 or 119:107. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 6:1-16 and Psalm 92 or 92:4. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 5:1-11 and Psalm 90:14-17 or 90:17b. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 4:14-30 and Psalm 146 or 146:7b-8. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 3:1-22 and Psalm 51:6-17 or 51:13. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 2:21-38 and Psalm 131 or 131:3. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 2:8-20 or Matthew 2:1-12 and Psalm 123:1-2 or 123:2. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 2:1-14 (or 2:1-20) and Psalm 96 or 96:3. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Luke 1:26-49 and Psalm 113 or 113:9. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Mary Shore, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's podcast is an introduction to preaching Luke's Gospel. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Isaiah 61:1-11, Psalm 15 or 15:1, and Luke 4:16-21. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Joel 2:12-13, 28-29; Luke 11:13. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Daniel 6:6-27, and Luke 23:1-5. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Jeremiah 36:1-8, 21-23, 27-28; then 31:31-34, and Luke 22:19-20. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Isaiah 6:1-8, and Luke 5:8-10. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: Jonah 1:1-17; 3:1-10 (4:1-11), and Luke 18:3. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: 1 Kings 17:1-16 (or 17:1-24), and Luke 4:24-26. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: 1 Kings 5:1-5; 8:27-30, 41-43, and Luke 19:45-46. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: 2 Samuel 7:1-17, and Luke 1:30-33. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's readings are: 1 Samuel 1:9-11, 19-20; 2:1-10, and Luke 1:47-55. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is on the Golden Calf, Exodus 32:1-14. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Exodus, Exod 12:1-13; 13:1-8 read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Joseph, Gen. 37:3-8, 26-34; 50:15-21 read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is on Abraham, Gen 15:1-6. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Creation, Genesis 2:4b-7, 15-17; 3:1-8. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for an overview of the narrative lectionary for 2012-2013. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Pentecost - Gifts of the Spirit: 1Cor 12:1-11. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Church at Corinth: Acts 18:1-17 and 1 Cor 1:10-18. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Churches in Galatia: Galatians 1:1-9; 5:1-6, 13-14. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Church at Thessalonica: Acts 17:1-9 and 1 Thess 1:1-10. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Paul at Lystra: Acts 14:8-18. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Outreach at Antioch and beyond: Acts 11:19-27 and 13:1-3. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Resurrection message in Jerusalem: Acts 3:1-26. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Maundy Thursday: Mark 14:12-25. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Good Friday - Crucifixion: Mark 15:16-47. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Easter: Mark 16:1-8. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Palm Sunday - entry into Jerusalem and/or Anointing at Bethany & preparation for betrayal: Mark 11:1-10 and/or Mark 14:3-11. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is The close of the age: Mark 13:1-12 [14-31] 32-37. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Scribes and The Widow: Mark 12:38-44. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is The Great Commandment: Mark 12:28-34. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Parable of the tenants: Mark 12:1-12. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Rich young ruler: Mark 10:17-31. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Transfiguration Sunday - Peter's confession & transfiguration.: Mark 8:27-9:13. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Ash Wednesday - Passion prediction, who is the greatest: Mark 9:30-50. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is What defiles a person: Mark 7:1-23. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Jesus rejected, sends the 12, John beheaded: Mark 6:1-29 read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Jesus heals Jairus' daughter & a woman: Mark 5:21-43 read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Gerasene demoniac: Mark 5:1-20. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Parables about sowing and growing seeds: Mark 4:1-34. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is People who meet Jesus (paralytic, tax collectors etc): Mark 2:1-22. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is John the Baptist and beginning of Jesus' ministry: Mark 1:1-20 read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Christmas: Matt. 1:18-25. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Christmas Eve: Luke 2:1-20. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Malachi: Mal 3:1-7; 4:1-2, 5. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Daniel: Dan. 3:1-30. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Jeremiah: Jer. 18:1-11. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Josiah: 2 Kings 22:1-23:3. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Isaiah: Isaiah 1:10-20; 2:1-4. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Hosea: Hos 6:1-6; 11:1-9. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Elijah at Horeb, 1 Kgs 19:1-18. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Solomon building the Temple, 1 Kgs 5:1-5, 12-13; 8:1-6, 27-30. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is David: 1 Sam 16:1-13 & Ps 51:1-10. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Ruth, Ruth 1:1-22. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Law: Deut 5:1-22; 6:4-9. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Exodus, Exod 1:6-22; 15:20--16:8 read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Joseph in Egypt, Gen. 39:1-23 [40:1-23] read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Abraham and Sarah, Gen 18:1-15; 21:1-7. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. This week's reading is Creation, Genesis 1:1--2:4a. read more...

Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Kathryn Schifferdecker, and Craig Koester for "I Love to Tell the Story," a weekly conversation on the narrative lectionary. read more...