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Scripture FirstMy Yoke Is Easy | Matthew 11:16-19,25-30 with Sarah StensonIn this summer lectionary text, Sarah Stenson joins Kiri Haugen and Mason Van Essen to discuss what it means that Jesus is exclusive in stating, "no one knows the Father except the Son and anyone to whom the Son chooses to reveal him." Then we get the incredibly reassuring verse, "Come to me, all you that are weary and are carrying heavy burdens, and I will give you rest," before wrapping up the conversation discussing what Jesus' yoke is and how we are to take it upon ourselves.SING TO THE LORDListen...2023-07-0321 minScripture FirstHunting for Sinners | John 4:5-42 with Dr. Chris CroghanJesus meets a Samaritan woman at the well at noon. What happens next completely changes her life forever. Luther House of Study's Dr. Chris Croghan sits down with Kiri Haugen and Mason Van Essen to discuss the significance the time of day plays in this story. When you hear the passage, pay attention to Jesus' responses to the woman. It may sound harsh, but—as you'll hear Dr. Croghan teach—you need to be named a sinner in order for the promise of forgiveness to take hold. What's completely unexpected to the woman focused on living under the law, is t...2023-03-0628 minScripture FirstSalty | Matthew 5:13-20 with Lars OlsonYou are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the world. Do not think that I have come to abolish the law; I have come not to abolish but to fulfill. What does it mean to be the salt and light of the world? How does you lose your saltiness? Who would hide their light under a basket? These are the questions Kiri Haugen, Adam Guthmiller, and I ask Luther House of Study's Lars Olson on this week's episode. Often on this podcast, we're focusing on the gospel side of the law/go...2023-01-3028 minScripture FirstWhat Is Advent? | Matthew 24:36-44 with Dr. Chris CroghanIt's the first Sunday of Advent and we hear a text about how no one knows what day when our Lord is coming, but we're supposed to keep awake and be ready. Dr. Chris Croghan joins Adam Guthmiller, Kiri Haugen and Mason Van Essen to explain that Advent isn't a time of preparation like many of us mistake it to be. Instead, it's a celebration of what Jesus already did for us on the cross, in His resurrection, at our baptism, and in sermons. Jesus' Word—God's kingdom—breaks in on us and ends the law's...2022-11-2120 minScripture FirstEarthquakes, Plagues & Wars—Oh My! | Luke 21:5-19 with Sarah StensonJesus tells his apostles that the temple—the opulent landmark of the day—is going to be destroyed and natural disasters, plagues and wars are coming their way. Oh, and they will be hated because of Jesus' name. Hearing this, it can be jarring hearing that this is the Gospel of our Lord. Sarah Stenson joins Adam Guthmiller, Kiri Haugen, and Mason Van Essen to discuss how a text like this can come across as threats in the law or as promises in the gospel. Why will we be hated because of Jesus? Because He treats...2022-11-0729 minScripture FirstThe 12 Days of Christmas | Luke 3:15-22 with Sarah StensonThe Festival of Epiphany, the 12 days of Christmas, and the full power of God on display. That's what Luther House of Study's co-director, Sarah Stenson, discusses with Kiri Haugen and Mason Van Essen as they break down Luke chapter 3 verses 15 through 22. In this week's conversation, Sarah teaches us the history of epiphany including the origins of the 12 days of Christmas . Then they talk about John the Baptist's ministry centering on telling us that Jesus is not only here, but he's here for you. Lastly, and most importantly, they talk about the incredible moment where the full power o...2022-01-0328 min