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#1018: Good Friday - April 18, 2025

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In this episode of the Sermon Brainwave podcast, Profs. Karoline Lewis, Matt Skinner, and Rolf Jacobson reflect on the profound significance of Good Friday, diving into the assigned texts from Isaiah 52–53, Psalm 22, and the Passion narrative in John.

Together, they unpack the emotional weight of the day and the challenge of preaching on such a solemn occasion. From Jesus’ final words to the deep context behind these powerful scriptures, this conversation invites preachers—and all listeners—to engage with the themes of suffering, love, and the human experience.

📖 Whether you're preparing a sermon or seeking spiritual insight, this episode offers meaningful reflections on the depth of Good Friday.

Commentaries for Good Friday can be found on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/good-friday/commentary-on-john-181-1942-17.

⏰Timecodes⏰ 00:00 Welcome to Holy Week 2025 01:20 Exploring Good Friday Texts 03:19 The Significance of Jesus' Last Words 07:20 The Challenge of Good Friday Preaching 09:14 Understanding Psalm 22 in Context 11:23 Insights from Isaiah 52-53 14:08 Discipleship and Denial at the Cross 15:32 Outro

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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/ba-hBYLZmc0.

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Content provided by Ben McDonald Coltvet and Working Preacher from Luther Seminary. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Ben McDonald Coltvet and Working Preacher from Luther Seminary or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this episode of the Sermon Brainwave podcast, Profs. Karoline Lewis, Matt Skinner, and Rolf Jacobson reflect on the profound significance of Good Friday, diving into the assigned texts from Isaiah 52–53, Psalm 22, and the Passion narrative in John.

Together, they unpack the emotional weight of the day and the challenge of preaching on such a solemn occasion. From Jesus’ final words to the deep context behind these powerful scriptures, this conversation invites preachers—and all listeners—to engage with the themes of suffering, love, and the human experience.

📖 Whether you're preparing a sermon or seeking spiritual insight, this episode offers meaningful reflections on the depth of Good Friday.

Commentaries for Good Friday can be found on the Working Preacher website at https://www.workingpreacher.org/commentaries/revised-common-lectionary/good-friday/commentary-on-john-181-1942-17.

⏰Timecodes⏰ 00:00 Welcome to Holy Week 2025 01:20 Exploring Good Friday Texts 03:19 The Significance of Jesus' Last Words 07:20 The Challenge of Good Friday Preaching 09:14 Understanding Psalm 22 in Context 11:23 Insights from Isaiah 52-53 14:08 Discipleship and Denial at the Cross 15:32 Outro

* * *

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/ba-hBYLZmc0.

  continue reading

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