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Sermon Brainwave 1013:Third Sunday in Lent (Year C) - March 23, 2025
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What does it mean to bear fruit in a season of waiting?
In this episode of Sermon Brainwave, Profs. Karoline Lewis, Rolf Jacobson, and Matt Skinner explore the lectionary texts for the third Sunday in Lent, diving into themes of repentance, spiritual growth, and God's abundant grace. They unpack the parable of the fig tree, reflecting on the tension between God's patience and the call to bear fruit. The conversation also addresses the complexities of suffering and how 1 Corinthians 10 warns against idolatry, inviting listeners to reflect on their relationship with God.
Join us as we explore these Lenten themes and offer insights to inspire your preaching this season.
Commentaries for the First Sunday in Lent can be found on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/third-sunday-in-lent-3/commentary-on-luke-131-9-6.
⏰Timecodes⏰ 00:00 Exploring the Texts for Lent 09:17 Understanding Suffering and Repentance 20:13 Navigating 1 Corinthians 10: Temptation and Idolatry
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Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to stay connected with more insightful lectionary discussions!
Reminder: We have commentaries for the Revised Common Lectionary, the Narrative Lectionary, and Evangelio (Spanish-language Gospel). We're here for you, working preachers!
Learn more by visiting https://www.workingpreacher.org/.
Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/7cTKDiQ9DAc.
1100 episodes
Manage episode 470900172 series 111895
What does it mean to bear fruit in a season of waiting?
In this episode of Sermon Brainwave, Profs. Karoline Lewis, Rolf Jacobson, and Matt Skinner explore the lectionary texts for the third Sunday in Lent, diving into themes of repentance, spiritual growth, and God's abundant grace. They unpack the parable of the fig tree, reflecting on the tension between God's patience and the call to bear fruit. The conversation also addresses the complexities of suffering and how 1 Corinthians 10 warns against idolatry, inviting listeners to reflect on their relationship with God.
Join us as we explore these Lenten themes and offer insights to inspire your preaching this season.
Commentaries for the First Sunday in Lent can be found on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/third-sunday-in-lent-3/commentary-on-luke-131-9-6.
⏰Timecodes⏰ 00:00 Exploring the Texts for Lent 09:17 Understanding Suffering and Repentance 20:13 Navigating 1 Corinthians 10: Temptation and Idolatry
* * *
Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share to stay connected with more insightful lectionary discussions!
Reminder: We have commentaries for the Revised Common Lectionary, the Narrative Lectionary, and Evangelio (Spanish-language Gospel). We're here for you, working preachers!
Learn more by visiting https://www.workingpreacher.org/.
Watch this episode on YouTube at https://youtu.be/7cTKDiQ9DAc.
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