• The First Sunday after Christmas

    The First Sunday after Christmas

    Join us in a conversation about the texts for December 28, 2025! The readings for the First Sunday after Christmas are Isaiah 63:7–14, Psalm 111, Galatians 4:4–7, and Matthew 2:13–23.

  • Book Blurbs: Burreson/Schuler, Journey to Jesus

    Book Blurbs: Burreson/Schuler, Journey to Jesus

    Concordia Seminary’s Dean of Theological Research and Publication Dr. Kevin Golden interviews Dr. Kent Burreson, Professor of Systematic Theology, about his co-authored book, “Journey to Jesus: Faith Formation into Christ and Community,”…

  • The Third Sunday of Advent

    The Third Sunday of Advent

    Spark your thoughts for December 14, 2025! Tune in to “Lectionary Kick-start” for a discussion about the texts for the Third Sunday of Advent.

  • Advent Poetry – Dr. Tim Saleska and Dr. David Schmitt

    Advent Poetry – Dr. Tim Saleska and Dr. David Schmitt

    When the angel Gabriel came to Mary, she responded in obedience and in song. The season of Advent has motivated poetry ever since. Join Dr. Tim Saleska, professor of exegetical theology, and…

  • Humble Confession

    Humble Confession

    Two standard characteristics attached to our Lutheran heritage are a keen awareness of the fallen nature of humanity with the resultant corruption of our human thought and the not unrelated virtue of…

  • The Second Sunday of Advent

    The Second Sunday of Advent

    Spark your thoughts for December 7, 2025! Tune in to “Lectionary Kick-start” for a discussion about the texts for the Second Sunday of Advent.

  • November Leaves

    November Leaves

    In the spring they are fresh, lush, and vibrant green. They look like life. In the summer the green deepens to a darker shade and the unrelenting sun, storm-driven winds, and hungry…

  • Book Blurbs: Joel Biermann, Day 7 for Work, Rest or Play

    Book Blurbs: Joel Biermann, Day 7 for Work, Rest or Play

    Concordia Seminary’s Dean of Theological Research and Publication Dr. Kevin Golden sits down with Professor of Systematic Theology Dr. Joel Biermann to discuss Biermann’s published book, “Day 7: For Work, Rest, or…

  • The First Sunday of Advent

    The First Sunday of Advent

    Welcome to Lectionary Kick-start! Each week Jessica Bordeleau hosts Dr. Peter Nafzger and Dr. David Schmitt in a discussion about the lectionary texts for upcoming Sundays. Join us in a conversation about…