1. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we look at a tradition in the church akin to “Holy Week” but for Christmas.
  2. Weekend Edition for December 14-15, 2024
  3. Tighten Up. In this episode, we read Martin Luther’s Advent 3 ordination sermon, discussing rites and ceremonies, church traditions, God’s mysteries versus the devil’s, and much pastoral talk about transparency and honesty amongst brothers and sisters in the Gospel.
  4. This meditation is great for Advent, a season of waiting in expectation for all that is damaged and ruined to be made whole.
  5. Today on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the origin of the most iconic plant of the Christmas season.
  6. On this episode of Preaching the Text, Steve Paulson discusses the story of John the Baptist in prison.
  7. Countdown to Armageddon. In this episode, we read Martin Luther’s Advent 2 sermon (1532) and discuss signs and symbols, the liturgical calendar, funerals, preaching, and many many other things of an episodic nature.
  8. In this episode of Preaching the Text, Steven Paulson discusses the significance of John's baptism for repentance and the forgiveness of sins.