Working Preacher's Sermon Brainwave

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 22B) on September 1, 2024.  The themes discussed include obedience, faith, living out one's beliefs, virtue versus vice, integrity, and the Song of Songs as a reflection of desire and relationship. The conversation also delves into the book of James (first in a five-week series), highlighting the importance of speech, justice, and living as Christ-like. The concept of being first fruits of God is also explored. Commentaries for the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 22B):  https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-22-2/commentary-on-mark-71-8-14-15-21-23-6 Timecodes: 0:00 Intro 1:08 Gospel of Mark 7: 1-8, 14-15, 21-23 11:24 First Reading - Deuteronomy 4: 1-2, 6-9 15:58 Psalm 15 18:40 Alternate First Reading - Song of Solomon 2:8-13 25:50 Second Reading on James 1 :17-27 30:24 Outro 30:59 End Connect with Working Preacher: https://www.workingpreacher.org/ https://www.facebook.com/workingpreacher https://www.instagram.com/workingpreacher/ https://x.com/WorkingPreacher Watch the Full Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/H9QXNzfRDEA

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.21B) on August 25, 2024.  The conversation delves into the Bread of Life discourse, the challenges and resistances to Jesus' teachings, the betrayal of Judas, the dedication of the temple, and the metaphor of putting on the armor of God in Ephesians. Commentaries for the Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 21B):  https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-21-2/commentary-on-john-656-69-6 Timecodes: 0:00 Intro  1:06 Gospel of John 6: 56-69 11:43 First Reading - Joshua 24: 1-2a, 14-18 17:00 Psalm 34: 15-22 18:54 Alternate First Reading - 1 Kings 8 24:54 Second Reading on Ephesians 5 :15-20 31:49 End Connect with Working Preacher: https://www.workingpreacher.org/ https://www.facebook.com/workingpreacher https://www.instagram.com/workingpreacher/ https://x.com/WorkingPreacher Watch the Full Episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/caxtaDF8f0A.

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.20B) on August 18, 2024.  In this episode of the Sermon Brainwave podcast, our hosts delve into themes of wisdom, communion, and sacramentology, highlighting how these scriptures guide us to live wisely in a counter-cultural world. Join us for insights on how these ancient texts continue to shape our faith and daily lives. Commentaries for the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 20B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-20-2/commentary-on-john-651-58-6 Connect with Working Preacher https://www.workingpreacher.org/ https://www.facebook.com/workingpreacher https://www.instagram.com/workingpreacher/ https://twitter.com/WorkingPreacher Watch the Full Episode: https://youtu.be/fuUJGXB9J60.

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.19B) on August 11, 2024. Our hosts offer a comprehensive exploration of the Bread of Life discourse in John 6, examining its theological and pastoral implications. Additionally, they address the complexities of preaching on challenging passages such as the story of David and Bathsheba and share valuable insights on integrating scripture into prayer and worship.  Commentaries for the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.19B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-19-2/commentary-on-john-635-41-51-6 Connect with Working Preacher https://www.workingpreacher.org/ https://www.facebook.com/workingpreacher https://www.instagram.com/workingpreacher/ https://twitter.com/WorkingPreacher Watch the Full Episode: https://youtu.be/ebalNbmoL9E.

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.18B) on August 4, 2024.  Our hosts offer a comprehensive exploration of the Bread of Life discourse in John 6, examining its theological and pastoral implications. Additionally, they address the complexities of preaching on challenging passages such as the story of David and Bathsheba and share valuable insights on integrating scripture into prayer and worship.  Commentaries for the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.18B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-18-2/commentary-on-john-61-21-7 Connect with Working Preacher https://www.workingpreacher.org/ https://www.facebook.com/workingpreacher https://www.instagram.com/workingpreacher/ https://twitter.com/WorkingPreacher Watch the Full Episode: https://youtu.be/FzlubRE3fIc.

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.17B) on July 28, 2024.  Our hosts offer a comprehensive exploration of the Bread of Life discourse in John 6, examining its theological and pastoral implications. Additionally, they address the complexities of preaching on challenging passages such as the story of David and Bathsheba and share valuable insights on integrating scripture into prayer and worship.  Commentaries for the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.17B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-17-2/commentary-on-john-61-21-6 Connect with Working Preacher https://www.workingpreacher.org/ https://www.facebook.com/workingpreacher https://www.instagram.com/workingpreacher/ https://twitter.com/WorkingPreacher Watch the Full Episode: https://youtu.be/kQQKGAcOC8.

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.16B) on July 21, 2024.  This week, our hosts delve into themes of compassion, desperation, the role of the shepherd, the significance of the temple, and the unity of the community. Commentaries for the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord.16B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-16-2/commentary-on-mark-630-34-53-56-6 Connect with Working Preacher https://www.workingpreacher.org/ https://www.facebook.com/workingpreacher https://www.instagram.com/workingpreacher/ https://twitter.com/WorkingPreacher Watch the Full Episode Here: https://youtu.be/HTmk7Vvxnj8.

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Eighth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 15B) on July 14, 2024. Commentaries for the Eighth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 15B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-15-2/commentary-on-mark-614-29-6 Connect with Working Preacher https://www.workingpreacher.org/ https://www.facebook.com/workingpreacher https://www.instagram.com/workingpreacher/ https://twitter.com/WorkingPreacher Watch the Full Episode here: https://youtu.be/vqlO44hSHvQ.

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 14B) on July 07, 2024. Commentaries for the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 14B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-14-2/commentary-on-mark-61-13-6 Connect with Working Preacher https://www.workingpreacher.org/ https://www.facebook.com/workingpreacher https://www.instagram.com/workingpreacher/ https://twitter.com/WorkingPreacher Watch the Full Episode Here: https://youtu.be/TVuPMv1Elc4.

Join Profs. Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 13B) on June 30, 2024. Commentaries for the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 13B): https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/ordinary-13-2/commentary-on-mark-521-43-10 Connect with Working Preacher https://www.workingpreacher.org/ https://www.facebook.com/workingpreacher https://www.instagram.com/workingpreacher/ https://twitter.com/WorkingPreacher Watch the Full Episode Here: https://youtu.be/hMsXkDgTljQ.