Lutheran Reflections

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.