Preaching REsources For the Church From Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology

Preaching and Teaching Resources

Resources for the Church from Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology

The Lutheran School of Theology's Out of Africa Book Series

With gratitude, the Lutheran School of Theology in Kenya presents the first book in its Out of Africa Series. This Lutheran book is not just for Lutherans, but for people of all Christian denominations--and anyone who is skeptical about the Bible. A textbook that reads much like a thrilling novel about the divine gift of language, Luther's Hermeneutic of the Scriptures Alone for the 21st Century ranges from the creation by God's Word in the beginning to our century of postmodernism and this after-word world in which we live.

With the mind of a philosopher and the heart of a pastor, Dr. Gregory Schulz, LST’s academic dean and professor of theology, tells the story of the divine gift of language and thoroughly explains the usefulness and worth of Luther's "hermeneutic" of sola Scriptura, that is, the interpretation of life and the words of the Bible because of Christ the Messiah who is "the wording Word."

Luther's Hermeneutic of the Scriptures Alone for the 21st Century

Dr. Schulz writes, “This Lutheran book is not just for Lutherans but for people of all Christian denominations—and for anyone who is skeptical about the Bible. It tells the story of the divine gift of language and thoroughly explains the usefulness and worth of Luther’s ‘hermeneutic’ of sola Scriptura. All chapters support the thesis that the Son of God, the Word who became flesh, recreates our hearts and minds in real time.”

For the free PDF version of the entire 200-page book or to order the printed book directly from the publisher, please contact Lutheran News at: news@christiannewsmo.com.

Especially for AFRICAN THEOLOGICAL SCHOOLS and all seminaries and readers outside the US, direct access to download the textbook as a free PDF can be found here.

To purchase your own copy of the book you can go to the Amazon page (here).

Video Series: Preaching Christ Through the Historic Lectionary

"Now the church’s preacher has two duties, the interpretation of Scripture and applying it to salutary use.”
(Johann Gerhard, Method of Theological Study)

This weekly video 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.

Lutheran School of Theology Pericope Study - One Year Series

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qY31miHwVJk; Pentecost 19 (Propers 22a) - Series A; 57:37; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz, Rev. Samwel Owage, and Rev. James May) prepare for Pentecost 18 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Isaiah 5:1–7, Psalm 80:7–19, Philippians 3:4b–14, and Matthew 21:33–46. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qjfNnXnKcHg; Pentecost 18 (Propers 21a) - Series A; 1:13:31; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz, Rev. Samwel Owage, and Rev. James May) prepare for Pentecost 18 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Ezekiel 18:1–4, 25–32, Psalm 25:1–10, Philippians 2:1–18, and Matthew 21:23–32. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://vimeo.com/1227435291/bef7e97473?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci; Pentecost 17 (Propers 20a) - Series A; 59:04; Welcome to your LST pericope Study for September 20, the 17th Sunday after Pentecost. The texts are Psalm 27:1-9; Isaiah 55:6-9; Philippians 1:12-14 & 19-30; Matthew 20:1-16. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p_GhQUjl3Go; The Feast of the Holy Cross; 1:17:46; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz, Rev. Samwel Owage and Rev James May) prepare for Holy Cross Sunday by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Numbers 21:4–9, Psalm 40:1–11, 1 Corinthians 1:18–25, and John 12:20–33. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://vimeo.com/1224418354/d9bd28537d?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci; Pentecost 15 (Propers 18a) - Series A; 1:12:03; Joy and forgiveness in Christ! Pastor Samwell Owage and I provide our Scripture study and preaching reflections for the readings for Sunday, September 6. The readings are: Ezekiel 33:7-9, Psalm 32:1-7, Romans 13:1-10 and Matthew 18:1-20. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymbFbVyz1to; Pentecost 14 (Propers 17a) - Series A; 1:09:25; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz, Rev. David Schultz and Rev James May) prepare for Pentecost 14 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Jeremiah 15:15–21, Psalm 26, Romans 12:9–21, and Matthew 16:21–28. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://vimeo.com/1220157725?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci; Pentecost 13 (Propers 16a) - Series A; 1:24:05; Welcome in our Lord’s Name! This is your weekly pericope study from The Lutheran School of Theology in Africa, focusing on the weekly pericope for August 23, 2026 (13th Sunday after Pentecost). Pastor Owage and Pastor David Schultz joined me for a study of Psalm 138, Isaiah 51:1-6, Romans 11:33-12:8, and Matthew 16:13-20, with particular emphasis on the Gospel reading about Peter's confession and Jesus' response regarding the church being built on the rock. https://vimeo.com/1218092340/10cd3cdb84?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci; Pentecost 12 (Propers 15a) - Series A; 1:33:04; Welcome to the LST sermon study for preaching on Sunday, August 16! It is the 12th Sunday after Pentecost. Here are the texts: Psalm 67, Isaiah 56:1, 6-8 (Old Testament), Romans 11:1-2a, 13-15, 28-32 (Epistle), Matthew 15:21-28 (Gospel). Pastor and Dean of Students, Rev Samwell Owage, Pastor David Schultz and Seminary Student Caleb Schultz are with me at the table. Pastor May is with us in spirit! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gtnRwy59kiE; Pentecost 11 (Proper 14a) - Series A; 1:14:15; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz, Peter Ventimiglia (CTSFW Seminarian), Rev. David Schultz and Rev James May) prepare for Pentecost 11 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Job 38:4–18, Psalm 18:1–16, Romans 10:5–17, and Matthew 14:22–33. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jgvwsszoDoc; Pentecost 10 (Proper 13a) - Series A; 1:06:29; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz, Peter Ventimiglia (CTSFW Seminarian), and Rev James May) prepare for Pentecost 10 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Isaiah 55:1–5, Psalm 136:1–9 (23–26), Romans 9:1–13, and Matthew 14:13–21. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lECIJISKXtw; Pentecost 9 (Proper 12a) - Series A;1:03:53; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz, Peter Ventimiglia (CTSFW Seminarian), and Rev James May) prepare for Pentecost 9 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Deuteronomy 7:6–9, Psalm 125, Romans 8:28–39, and Matthew 13:44–52. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aTp7U5bmFqo; Pentecost 8 (Proper 11a)- Series A; 55:29; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz, Peter Ventimiglia (CTSFW Seminarian), and Rev James May) prepare for Pentecost 8 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Isaiah 44:6–8, Psalm 119:57–64, Romans 8:18–27, and Matthew 13:24–43. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PABH-WhaPNc; Pentecost 7 (Proper 10a) - Series A; 1:15:49; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz, Peter Ventimiglia (CTSFW Seminarian), and Rev James May) prepare for Pentecost 7 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Isaiah 55:10–13, Psalm 65:1–13, Romans 8:12–17, and Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F46Ww8fnvZY; Pentecost 6 (Proper 9a) - Series A; 1:05:15; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz, Peter Ventimiglia (CTSFW Seminarian), and Rev James May) prepare for Pentecost 6 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Zechariah 9:9–12, Psalm 145:1–14, Romans 7:14–25a, and Matthew 11:25–30. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HjWv6uKgSKQ; Pentecost 5 (Proper 8) - Series A; 1:13:56; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz, Peter Ventimiglia (CTSFW Seminarian), and Rev James May) prepare for Pentecost 5 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Jeremiah 28:5–9, Psalm 119:153–160, Romans 7:1–13, and Matthew 10:34–42. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=igsDIaPN78U&t=60s; Pentecost 4 - Series A; 1:00:26; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz and Rev James May) prepare for Pentecost 4 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Jeremiah 20:7–13, Psalm 91:1–16, Romans 6:12–23, and Matthew 10:5a, 21–33. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uBtmZdYYZK4; Pentecost 3 - Series A; 1:02:21; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz, Peter Ventimiglia (CTSFW Seminarian), and Rev James May) prepare for Pentecost 3 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Exodus 19:2–8, Psalm 100, Romans 5:6–15, and Matthew 9:35–10:–20. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https:://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0G-Cu3Vxkro&list=PL7MrlCjFT52YVHNKXWv-QedEYCLu2a-CN; Pentecost 2 - Series A; 1:24:07; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz, Rev Paul Arndt, Peter Ventimiglia (CTSFW Seminarian), and Rev James May) prepare for Pentecost 2 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Hosea 5:15–6:6, Psalm 119:65–72, Romans 4:13–25, and Matthew 9:9–13. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qBOeLHImdDk&t=163s; Holy Trinity; 1:04:26; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz, Rev David Schultz, Caleb (David’s son), and Rev James May) prepare for Holy Trinity by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Genesis 1:1–2:4a, Psalm 8, Acts 2:14a, 22–36, and Matthew 28:16–20. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5nA0VRZDPew; Feast of Pentecost; 56:17; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz and Rev James May) prepare for Pentecost by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Numbers 11:24–30, Psalm 25:1–15, Acts 2:1–21, and John 7:37–39. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zv9qHrK3vEU; The Ascension of Our Lord; 1:17:05; The Ascension of our Lord is a significant event and festival for Christians. Some churches do not have Ascension Day services. If not, the Feast Day should be transferred to the upcoming Sunday. The readings that we meditate upon are: 2 Kings 2:5–15, Psalm 110, Acts 1:1–11, Mark 16:14–20 and Luke 24:44–53. God bless your preparations and meditation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6jp5Pgl4Uw0; Easter 6 - Series A;1:17:17; In this video, we (Rev. Dr. Greg Schulz and Rev James May) prepare for Easter 6 by meditating on the readings for the upcoming Sunday from the 3-year lectionary, Series A. The readings are: Acts 17:16–31, Psalm 66:8–20, 1 Peter 3:13–22, and John 14:15–21. God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tNuXsDPhZZQ; Easter 5 - Series A; 1:09:37; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NR4Rvbf9zVw; Easter 4 - Series A; 52:49; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zsyYcrQWht4; Easter 3 - Series A; 1:16:52; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K9YrylYYC4g; Easter 2 - Series A; 103:13; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8tIY6zIa4hw; Easter/Resurrection - Series A; 1:04:27; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=We0wKZ0pvO8; Good Friday; 1:16:08; 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.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rg3ddaDCbRA; Maundy Thursday; 1:17:19; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfKmnbbloF0; Palm Sunday; 56:25; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJhbFvFbV5o; Lent 5 - Series A; 57:15; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rI6eoFEvvis; Lent 4 - Series A; 125:08; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AemzJJCrfYA; Lent 3 - Series A; 1:04:57; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6oDVd4DKc3U; Lent 2 - Series A; 49:46; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LF8LrYAy_lg; Lent 1 - Series A; 1:09:19; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ac_AfNCmZo0; Ash Wednesday - Series A; 1:07:18; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RtFr8brfe08; Transfiguration - Series A; 1:12:27; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lDlqJ9xHp_I; Epiphany 5 - Series A; 1:17:17; 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. https://lutheransinafrica.comhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gaYfanTW4hg; Epiphany 4 - Series A; 1:10:56; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4sXdVFpD8_4; Epiphany 3 - Series A; 1:32:10; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CSSmHDuTLa0; Epiphany 2 - Series A; 1:18:29; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=utyRPf31A20; The Feast of Epiphany; 1:23:51; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dRnQKgVsfcs; Christmas 2 - Series A; 119:31; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19te6-hBADQ; Christmas Day; 58:16; 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). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j1popBQmqhI; Christmas Eve; 1:06:19; 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). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=50NaLsq450A; Advent 4 - Series A; 1:11:15; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hU6cTbAg-uo; Advent 3 - Series A; 1:17:28; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3PwBBQVhv1s; Advent 2 - Series A; 1:32:57; 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 sermon preparation or meditation on these texts. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u-aOc9daqzs; Advent 1 - Series A; 59:45; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g6ldAJEqODI; Last Sunday in the Church Year; 1:10:22;In this video, 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IMlfPzpwDa8; Trinity 22; 1:10:12; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2aXFJ4BY8dU; Trinity 21; 1:25:09; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RxfCXw9_WCY; All Saints Day; 1:27:11; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhpjiV3GBno; Reformation; 1:04:52; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjR48ucnB8M&list=PPSV; Trinity 18; 39:58; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5DIkHrUtVZY; Trinity 17; 1:19:02; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qRmHdcj4Us; Trinity 16; 58:04; 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! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CSTCLZCjx_o; Trinity 15; 51:23; The readings for Trinity 15: 1 Kings 17:8–16, Psalm 146, Galatians 5:25–6:10, and Matthew 6:24–34. God bless your meditation and preparations. https://lutheransinafrica.comhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2Unavf4k5p4; Trinity 14; 1:05:39; 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! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5-ahFJYoS-I; Festival of the Holy Cross; 1:38:43; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kn73nQOndAE; Trinity 12; 1:19:23; 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/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ruptqPncoVo; Trinity 11; 1:03:08; 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. https://us06web.zoom.us/rec/share/3Zb6TQ8kQ-iLa40jLwz8ANg4y9XEh3wTTwcmf-wqOOwMmrxRpxmF3JzT0Tx0f1Z4.W6t54cDfyaIPfB7ij; Trinity 8; 1:32:47; 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. 7:15–23 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0JDilkWZ4a8; Trinity 7; 1:40:08; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BF6NADPTFlA; Trinity 6; 1:26:30; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lT-yfrmkpTo; Trinity 5; 1:19:54;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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2FxFlUM58uE; Trinity 4; 1:28:24; 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! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vQtQjQjjOo4; Trinity 3; 1:21:50; 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. https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=RZg4CQ9RRns&pp=0gcJCdAJAYcqIYzv; Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul; 1:17:15; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Zgl3rprmVRs; Trinity 1; 1:16:18; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pZog2h66IY0; Holy Trinity; 1:28:01; 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 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XlTe2pl6p4w; Pentecost; 1:23:59; 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. https://lutheransinafrica.com/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uLJHs5Uc8oI; Easter 7; 1:10:31; On the last Sunday before Pentecost, we meditate upon Christ's promise to send the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, who testifies about Christ and comforts us in persecution when we testify about Christ. The appointed readings are: Ezekiel 36:22–28, Psalm 51:1–12, 1 Peter 4:7–14, and John 15:26–16:4. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zv9qHrK3vEU; The Ascension of Our Lord; 1:17:05; The Ascension of our Lord is a significant event and festival for Christians. Some churches do not have Ascension Day services. If not, the Feast Day should be transferred to the upcoming Sunday. The readings that we meditate upon are: 2 Kings 2:5–15, Psalm 110, Acts 1:1–11, Mark 16:14–20 and Luke 24:44–53. God bless your preparations and meditation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lKLTrZ6fPS0; Sixth Sunday of Easter; 1:23:47; Rogate means pray or petition. On Rogate Sunday, we meditate on the lessons and how they teach us to pray. The readings that we study are: Numbers 21:4–9, Psalm 107:1–9, James 1:22–27, and John 16:23–30 (31–33). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YB6dm3KLXdI; Fifth Sunday of Easter; 1:34:16; In this video, we study the readings for the Fifth Sunday of Easter, which is Cantate Sunday. The readings are: Isaiah 12:1–6, Psalm 66:1–8, James 1:16–21 and John 16:5–15. In particular, we sing and rejoice that the sufferings and afflictions that we face are grace and they are perfecting our faith in Christ. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVB1km4xksQ; Fourth Sunday of Easter; 1:05:49; In this video, we contemplate the contrast of lamenting while suffering and rejoicing that comes after our affliction. That is the major theme from the readings, which are: Lamentations 3:22-33, Psalm 147:1-11, 1 Peter 2:11, 20, and John 16:16-22. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NmbZxukZkVs; Third Sunday of Easter; 53:32; An exciting study in preparation for Good Shepherd Sunday or the Third Sunday of Easter. The readings are Ezekiel 34:11–16, Psalm 23, 1 Peter 2:21–25, and John 10:11–16. We pray that this would be helpful in preparation and meditation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JqbSxayZj-g; Second Sunday of Easter; 1:14:26; This video is a discussion of the readings for the Second Sunday of Easter for the Historic Lectionary. The readings are: Ezekiel 37:1–14, Psalm 33, 1 John 5:4–10, and John 20:19–31. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=84-aIOf7LBk; Easter/Resurrection of our Lord; 1:21:48; In this video, we meditate upon and discuss Easter Sunday and the following readings: Job 19:23–27, Psalm 118:15–29, 1 Corinthians 5:6–8, 1 Corinthians 15:51–57, and Mark 16:1–8. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=We0wKZ0pvO8; Good Friday; 1:16:08; 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.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rg3ddaDCbRA; Maundy Thursday; 1:17:19; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TfKmnbbloF0; Palm Sunday; 56:25; 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. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViITEI5LT6E; Lent 5; 1:12:52; In this study, we have a profound study of the Scripture readings to help us prepare and meditate about the promises of God that were rejected by the Jews. The readings are: Genesis 22:1–14, Psalm 43, Hebrews 9:11–15, and John 8:42–59. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZEBIm73HjUI; Lent 4; 1:20:27; In preparation for Lent 4, Laetare, we discuss the following readings: Isaiah 49:8–13, Psalm 132:8–18, Galatians 4:21–31, and John 6:1–15. God bless your meditation and preparation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S97X2O9J3d4; Lent 3; 1:08:53; In this video, we discuss the readings for Lent 3. They are Jeremiah 26:1–15, Psalm 4, Ephesians 5:1–9, and Luke 11:14–28. God bless your meditation and preparation for Oculi Sunday. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQRBw1lgULA; Lent 2; 1:11:03; In this study for Lent 2, we study the following readings: Genesis 32:22–32, Psalm 121, 1 Thessalonians 4:1–7, and Matthew 15:21–28. God bless your meditation and preparation. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymNVtJEh1Ec; Lent 1; 1:08:28; In this video we study together the readings for Lent 1. They are as follows: Genesis 3:1–21, Psalm 32, 2 Corinthians 6:1–10, and Matthew 4:1–11. Then as Pastor Paul Schulz mentioned, the sermon from Luther on 2 Cor can be found at https://www.lectionarycentral.com/lent1/LutherEpistle.html God bless your meditation and preparation for Lent 1. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R77NZkXfsZA; Ash Wednesday; 1:11:00; The readings that we study for Ash Wednesday are: Joel 2:12–19, Psalm 51:1–13 (14–19), 2 Peter 1:2–11, Matthew 6:1–21. God bless your meditation and preparation as we enter the Lenten Season. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xMC0oSOspko; Quinquagesima https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7DJJssBfJ88; Sexigesima https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=12_hLc5nsx0; Septuagesima https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CohYKj9mJWI; Transfiguration https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tQH2aqiZkV0; Purification of Mary and Presentation of Our Lord https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a3vTafKuQfE; Baptism of Our Lord https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bAO-ZW6ZDok; Christmas 2 and Epiphany https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuLF2tBvkEI; First Sunday After Christmas https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19te6-hBADQ; Christmas Day https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j1popBQmqhI; Christmas Eve https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=azpdtg7YwU4; Fourth Sunday of Advent https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2CbEh5wQI0; Third Sunday of Advent https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XkrF0WLROrE; Second Sunday of Advent https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dSLriwRSj9I; First Sunday of Advent

Sermons of Martin Luther
A Timeless Resource for Preachers and Theologians

Martin Luther’s sermons remain a treasure trove of biblical insight, theological depth, and pastoral wisdom. As a preacher of Christ crucified, Luther expounded the Scriptures with clarity, conviction, and a deep concern for the spiritual well-being of his hearers. His sermons not only illuminate the meaning of the text but also model faithful preaching that applies Law and Gospel to the hearts of God’s people.

This collection includes three historic sets of Luther’s sermons from the 1800s, now available in the public domain. These works serve as an invaluable resource for pastors, students, and lay readers who desire to study and proclaim God’s Word in the spirit of the Reformation.

Thanks to Arthur Bolstad of Bolstad Publishing, these sermons are made accessible to the students at the Lutheran School of Theology and pastors on the continent of Africa, ensuring that Luther’s voice continues to instruct, encourage, and inspire those who stand in the pulpit and those who sit under the preaching of the Word.

Whether you seek exegetical insight, theological clarity, or pastoral encouragement, these sermons will strengthen your preaching and deepen your understanding of God’s gracious work in Christ.

Luther's Sermons: On the Gospel Readings
Luther's Sermons: On the Epistle Readings
Luther's Sermons: Large Catechism and House Postils
- Volume 9: Large Catechism
- Volume 10: House Postil
- Volume 11: House Postil (2)

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