Lutheran Reflections

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In this episode, we conclude our reading of the passion narrative with Christ's death on the cross. We discuss various aspects of the atonement, along with a Good Friday reading from Cyril of Jerusalem.

In this episode, we continue reading the passion narrative, this time focusing on the trial of Jesus before Pilate and Herod. We discuss the Kingship of Christ, and Johann Gerhard's distinction between the Kingdom of Power and Kingdom of Grace.

In this episode, we continue our reading of the passion narrative, this time discussing the Sanhedrin trial of Jesus and the denial of Peter. We also discuss readings from John Chrysostom and Augustine of Hippo on the same topics.

In this episode, we continue our reading of the passion narrative, this time discussing Jesus's prayer in the garden of Gethsemane. We also read an excerpt from John Chrysostom on the same topic, with a focus on understanding the two wills of Jesus, both human and divine.

In this episode, we begin our reading of the events leading up to Jesus's death. We also discuss a reading from Augustine on Christ's example of humility.

In our first Lenten episode, we take a look at Luke 18:31-34 and read an excerpt from Martin Luther on the same topic. In this reading, Luther discusses the relationship between faith and reason, highlighting the difficulty of fully comprehending Biblical teachings before we see them realized.

In tonight's special episode, we join Pastor Bryan King as he leads the Ash Wednesday service at St. Luke Lutheran Church in Ottawa, Ontario. We will begin our regularly scheduled Lenten devotions on Wednesday, March 9th at 7:00pm ET.

In our last episode before Lent, we look at the Parable of the Sower in Matthew 13 and discuss some of the common pitfalls that can endanger our faith. We close with a reading from Athanasius of Alexandria on the same topic.

In this episode, we discuss the Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard as told in Matthew 20:1-16. We conclude with a reading from Martin Luther on the same topic, whose commemoration is celebrated on February 18th.

Rev. Dr. Thomas Korcok joins us for this special Transfiguration episode. We take a look at Matthew 17:1-13 as we discuss the events surrounding the Transfiguration of Christ.

In this episode, we discuss the Confession of St. Peter, which is typically commemorated on January 18th. We begin by reading Matthew 16:13-20 and conclude with a reading from Prosper of Aquitaine.

In this special episode, we discuss the Conversion of St. Paul as told in Acts 9:1-22.

In our third Epiphany episode, we read about the Wedding at Cana in John 2, as well as discuss one of Martin Luther's house postils on the same subject.

In our second Epiphany episode, we read Matthew 3:13-17 and discuss the Baptism of Jesus. Why was Jesus baptized, and how does this help us understand our own baptism?

In our first Epiphany episode, we take a look at the visit of the Magi in Matthew chapter 2 and discuss who the Magi were, where they came from, and the broader significance of Christ revealed to the gentiles.

In our Christmas episode, we read the narrative of Christ's birth from Luke chapter 2. This is accompanied by Christmas readings from John Chrysostom, Leo 1 of Rome, and Olov Hartman.

In this final Advent episode, we take a look at John 1:19-34, accompanied by other readings from Martin Luther and Gregory I of Rome.

In this episode, we look at the Gospel reading for Gaudete Sunday (Matthew 11:2-11), along with corresponding readings from Martin Luther and Johann Gerhard.

For this first week of Advent, we look at Matthew 21:1-11, along with a reading from Martin Luther and Bernard of Clairvaux.

New outro provided by Peter Steinke. Please support his work at  https://www.confessionallutheranmusic.com/ Tonight's readings are from Concordia Publishing House's Treasury of Daily Prayer , readings for November 24th. Contact us at lutheranreflections@gmail.com. Watch live on our YouTube page every Wednesday at 7:00PM ET: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg03R-AhXfdgIlp_3_aVUqA

In this episode, we revisit the parable of the ten virgins from Matthew 25, along with a homily from Gregory I of Rome on the same topic.

In this week's episode, we look at Matthew 25:1-13 and a reading from Martin Chemnitz. We discuss what it means to be prepared for death, and the role death plays in the Christian life.

In this episode, we discuss The Feast of All Saints and its surrounding holidays, along with a reading from Bernard of Clairvaux.

View these episodes live on Wednesdays at 7:00pm ET here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCg03R-AhXfdgIlp_3_aVUqA This week's reading comes from For All the Saints: A Prayer Book For and By the Church , volume II, page 1336.