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Lutherans In Africa

This weekly series is designed to equip pastors—both on the African continent and worldwide—with faithful and practical insights into the appointed texts of the One-Year Lectionary, also known as the Historic Lectionary. Each episode explores the pericopes for the upcoming Sunday, offering exegetical study, theological reflection, and homiletical application.Rooted in the rich heritage of Lutheran preaching, these studies aim to help pastors rightly divide the Word of Truth, bringing the timeless message of Christ to their congregations with clarity and conviction. Whether you are preparing your sermon or deepening your understanding of the text, this resource is here to serve you in the task of proclaiming Christ crucified for sinners.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://l

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  1. 66

    Easter 5 - Series A

    In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz and Rev James May) prepare for Easter 5 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Acts 6:1–9, 7:2a, 51–60, Psalm 146, 1 Peter 2:2–10, and John 14:1–14. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com/

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    Easter 4 - Series A

    In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz and Rev James May) prepare for Easter 4 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Acts 2:42–47, Psalm 23, 1 Peter 2:19–25, and John 10:1–10. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com/

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    Easter 3 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Easter 3 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Acts 2:14a, 36–41, Psalm 116:1–14, 1 Peter 1:17–25, and Luke 24:13–35. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com/

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    Easter 2 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Easter 2 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Acts 5:29–42, Psalm 148, 1 Peter 1:3–9, and John 20:19–31. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com/

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    Easter/Resurrection - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for the Resurrection of our Lord by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Acts 10:34–43 or Jeremiah 31:1–6, Psalm 16, Colossians 3:1–4, and Matthew 28:1–10. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com/

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    Good Friday

    Good Friday is the most important service of the year, and unfortunately, it is often omitted, or people think that it is not important enough to observe. In our study, we give suggestions on how to conduct the Good Friday service, meditate upon the readings, and conclude with Luther's sermon and the wrong, the right, and the comfort of meditating upon Christ's sufferings. The readings are: Isaiah 52:13–53:12, Psalm 22, 2 Corinthians 5:14–21, and John 18:1–19:42. Here is a link to read Luther's sermon on how to meditate on Christ's suffering. https://sermons.martinluther.us/sermons45.htmlFor more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com/

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    Maundy Thursday

    This study is for Maundy Thursday, the day before Good Friday. Many churches in Africa do not have a service on Maundy Thursday. It is our prayer that this study will help prepare you to give them teaching for some of these significant days, which are recorded in Scripture leading to the Passion of Christ. The readings that we cover are: Exodus 24:3–11, Psalm 116:12–19, 1 Corinthians 11:23–32, John 13:1–15 (34–35). God bless your meditation and preparation.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com/

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    Palm Sunday

    The readings we discuss for Palm Sunday are Psalm 118:19–29, Zechariah 9:9–12, Philippians 2:5–11, and Matthew 21:1–9. God bless your meditation and preparation as we enter Holy Week and remember Jesus entering Jerusalem for our salvation.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com/

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    Lent 5 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Lent 5 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Ezekiel 37:1–14, Psalm 130, Romans 8:1–11, and John 11:1–45. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Lent 4 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Lent 4 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Isaiah 42:14–21, Psalm 142, Ephesians 5:8–14, and John 9:1–41. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Lent 3 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Lent 3 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Exodus 17:1–7, Psalm 95:1–9, Romans 5:1–8, and John 4:5–42. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Lent 2 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Lent 2 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Genesis 12:1–9, Psalm 121, Romans 4:1–8, 13–17, and John 3:1–17. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Lent 1 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Lent 1 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Genesis 3:1–21, Psalm 32:1–7, Romans 5:12–19, and Matthew 4:1–11. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Ash Wednesday - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Ash Wednesday by meditating on these readings: Joel 2:12–19, Psalm 51:1–13 (14–19), 2 Peter 1:2–11, and Matthew 6:1–21. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Transfiguration - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Transfiguration by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Psalm 2:6-12, Exodus 24:8–18 (Historic Lectionary: Exodus 34:29-35), 2 Peter 1:16-21, and Matthew 17:1-9 . God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Epiphany 5 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Epiphany 5 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Isaiah 58:3–9a, Psalm 112:1–9, 1 Corinthians 2:1–12 (13–16), and Matthew 5:13–20. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Epiphany 4 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Epiphany 4 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Micah 6:1–8, Psalm 15, 1 Corinthians 1:18–31, and Matthew 5:1–12. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Epiphany 3 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Epiphany 3 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Isaiah 9:1–4, Psalm 27:1–9 (10–14), 1 Corinthians 1:10–18, and Matthew 4:12–25 . God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Epiphany 2 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Epiphany 2 by meditating on the readings according to the 3-year lectionary, Series A, for the upcoming Sunday. The readings are: Isaiah 49:1–7, Psalm 40:1–11, 1 Corinthians 1:1–9, and John 1:29–42a. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    The Feast of Epiphany - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for the Feast of Epiphany by meditating on the readings according to the 3-year lectionary, Series A, for the upcoming Sunday. The readings are: Isaiah 60:1–6, Psalm 72:1–11 (12–15), Ephesians 3:1–12, and Matthew 2:1–12. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Christmas 2 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Christmas 2 by meditating on the readings according to the 3-year lectionary, Series A, for the upcoming Sunday. The readings are: 1 Kings 3:4–15, Psalm 119:97–104, Ephesians 1:3–14, and Luke 2:40–52. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Christmas Day

    In this video, we walk you through the readings for Christmas Day from the historic lectionary: Exodus 40:17–21, 34–38, Psalm 2, Titus 3:4–7, and John 1:1–14 (15–18).God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Christmas Eve

    In this video we go through the readings for the Christmas Eve midnight readings. This would be especially helpful if you have youth practicing choirs and women preparing food at the church for the Christmas Day celebration. It would be good and helpful to feed them with the Word of God and this text study would help you prepare a homily for them. The readings are: Isaiah 9:2–7, Psalm 96, Titus 2:11–14, Luke 2:1–14 (15–20).God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Advent 4 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Advent 4 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday. The readings are: Isaiah 7:10–17, Psalm 24, Romans 1:1–7, and Matthew 1:18–25.God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Advent 3 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Advent 3 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday. The readings are: Isaiah 35:1–10, Psalm 146, James 5:7–11, Matthew 11:2–15. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Advent 2 - Series A

    In this video, we prepare for Advent 2 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday. The readings are: Isaiah 11:1–10, Psalm 72:1–7, Romans 15:4–13, and Matthew 3:1–12. God bless your meditation and preparations for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Advent 1 - Series A

    In this video, we reflect on the beginning of the church year, which begins with Advent 1. We will accept the challenge of going through the readings for the 3-year series, although we do not recommend it. The readings are: Isaiah 2:1–5, Psalm 122, (Romans 13:8–10) 11–14, Matthew 21:1–11 or Matthew 24:36–44. I do not comment much on Matthew 21 since that was done last year as part of the historic lectionary for Advent 1. That video is on our YouTube page. Instead, I give some commentary on Matthew 24.God bless your meditation and preparations for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Last Sunday of the Church Year

    In this study, we reflect on the end of the church year and the Last Day. The readings are: Isaiah 65:17–25, Psalm 149, 1 Thessalonians 5:1–11, and Matthew 25:1–13. Next week, the new church year begins and we will switch to the 3 year series so that we can help some of our brothers who use the other lectionary. Even if you do not use that lectionary, we pray that these meditations are a blessing to you.God bless your meditation and preparations for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 22

    In this video, we study and meditate upon the readings for Trinity 22. The appointed readings are: Micah 6:6–8, Psalm 116:12–19, Philippians 1:3–11, and Matthew 18:21–35. God bless your meditation and preparations for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 21

    The three of us are back this week to offer this study of the readings for Trinity 21. They are: Genesis 1:1–2:3, Psalm 8, Ephesians 6:10–17, and John 4:46–54. God bless your meditation on God's Word and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    All Saints Day

    The appointed readings for All Saints Day are: Psalm 149, Revelation 7:(2-8) 9-17, 1 John 3:1-3, and Matthew 5:1-12.God bless your preparations for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Reformation

    In this study, we look at the appointed readings for the observation of the Reformation Day. The appointed readings are: Revelation 14:6–7, Psalm 46, Romans 3:19–28, and John 8:31–36. God bless your preparations for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 18

    The readings for Trinity 18 are Deuteronomy 10:12–21, Psalm 34:8–22, (1 Corinthians 1:1–3) 4–9, and Matthew 22:34–46.God bless your preparations for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 17

    The Schulz "brothers" hosted a study of the readings for Trinity 17. The appointed texts are: Proverbs 25:6–14, Psalm 2, Ephesians 4:1–6, and Luke 14:1–11. God bless your preparations for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 16

    The readings for this Sunday are: 1 Kings 17:17–24, Psalm 30, Ephesians 3:13–21, and Luke 7:11–17. In the Gospel reading, I did mention how Elisha had done the same miracle of raising a son as Elijah, but with fewer times stretching upon the child. The reference for that is 2 Kings 4:18-37. God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday!For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 15

    The readings for the upcoming Sunday are: 1 Kings 17:8–16; Psalm 146; Gal. 5:25–6:10; Matt. 6:24–34We pray that this study will be helpful for you!For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 14

    The readings for the upcoming Sunday are: Proverbs 4:10–23, Psalm 119:9–16, Galatians 5:16–24, and Luke 17:11–19. We pray that this study will be helpful for you!For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Festival of the Holy Cross

    September 14 is the Festival of the Holy Cross. The appointed readings are: Numbers 21:4–9, Psalm 40:1–11, 1 Corinthians 1:18–25, and John 12:20–33. God bless your meditation and preparation.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 12

    To help prepare for the upcoming Sunday, we discuss the appointed readings according to the Historic Lectionary. They are: Isaiah 29:17–24, Psalm 146, 2 Corinthians 3:4–11, and Mark 7:31–37.Also, in the beginning, I referenced an article from Dr Robert Preus on the Doctrine of the Call. You can find that at https://christforus.org/NewSite/index.php/2021/02/22/the-doctrine-of-the-call-in-the-confessions-and-lutheran-orthodoxy/God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 11

    May God bless your preparations for Trinity 11. To help with that, we present this study of the appointed texts from the Historic Lectionary which are: Genesis 4:1–15, Psalm 50:7–23, Ephesians 2:1–10 or 1 Corinthians 15:1–10, and Luke 18:9–14.God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 8

    Here is our weekly text study for the 8th Sunday after Trinity. It features four biblical texts that center on the difference between false prophets and faithful pastors.The texts are ...Jer. 23:16–29; Psalm 26; Rom. 8:12–17 or Acts 20:27–38; Matt. 7:15–23God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 7

    In this video, we prepare for Trinity 7 by meditating upon these readings: Genesis 2:7–17, Psalm 33:1–11, Romans 6:19–23, Mark 8:1–9. God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 6

    In this pericope study, we meditate upon the readings for Trinity 6. They are as follows: Exodus 20:1–17, Psalm 19, Romans 6:1–11, Matthew 5:17–26.God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 5

    The appointed readings from the Historic Lectionary for Trinity 5 are: 1 Kings 19:11–21, Psalm 16, 1 Corinthians 1:18–25 or 1 Peter 3:8–15, Luke 5:1–11. God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 4

    This is a pericope study for Trinity 4. The readings which we meditate on are: Genesis 50:15–21, Psalm 138, Romans 8:18–23, and Luke 6:36–42. God bless your preparations for the upcoming Sunday!For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 3

    In this study, we focus on the following readings for Trinity 3: Micah 7:18–20, Psalm 103:1–13, 1 Peter 5:6–11, and Luke 15:11–32.God bless your meditation and preparation.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul

    In this video, we meditate upon the appointed readings for one of the oldest festivals in the church calendar.The appointed readings are: Acts 15:1–21, Psalm 46, Galatians 2:1–10, and Matthew 16:13–19. Note: Lutherans do not worship the saints but we look to them and their faith and lives for inspiration.God bless your meditation and preparation.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com

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    Trinity 1

    In this video, we study the readings for Trinity 1 which are: Genesis 15:1–6, Psalm 33:12–22, 1 John 4:16–21, and Luke 16:19–31. God bless your meditation and preparation.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com/

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    Holy Trinity

    We had a special guest join us for our Holy Trinity pericope study, Johnson Ainomugisha. He is one of the LST students who missed the homiletics course. He will join us for the next eight weeks as a practical homiletics course. Please pray for his formation as he will be using these studies to prepare sermons that he will preach at a local ELCK congregation. The lessons we studied today are: Isaiah 6:1–7, Psalm 29, Romans 11:33–36, John 3:1–17.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com/

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    Pentecost

    A blessed Pentecost to you. The readings for this Sunday are ...Genesis 11:1-9, Psalm 143, Acts 2:1-21, and John 14:23-31.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://lutheransinafrica.com/

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

This weekly series is designed to equip pastors—both on the African continent and worldwide—with faithful and practical insights into the appointed texts of the One-Year Lectionary, also known as the Historic Lectionary. Each episode explores the pericopes for the upcoming Sunday, offering exegetical study, theological reflection, and homiletical application.Rooted in the rich heritage of Lutheran preaching, these studies aim to help pastors rightly divide the Word of Truth, bringing the timeless message of Christ to their congregations with clarity and conviction. Whether you are preparing your sermon or deepening your understanding of the text, this resource is here to serve you in the task of proclaiming Christ crucified for sinners.For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.https://l

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James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz

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