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Christ for UsYou Will Be Saved: Sermon Preached at Ordination of James Preus 2015I, James Preus, was ordained 10 years ago today. This is a recording of the sermon my Dad, Rev. Rolf Preus, preached for my ordination. 2025-07-1215 min

Christendom and the WorldPastor James Preus: Rights, Duties, and the Christian ConscienceIn this episode of Christendom and the Word, Pastor James Preus joins us for a wide-ranging conversation on Christian political engagement. We explore how a biblical understanding of natural law, civil duty, and conscience informs everything from our view of rights to our role in society. Is libertarianism compatible with a Christian worldview? What does Romans 13 really mean for believers today? Pastor Preus challenges us to think clearly, live faithfully, and obey for conscience’ sake—not just for political gain. Whether you're wrestling with political philosophy, the limits of government authority, or simply trying to make sense of y...2025-06-111h 04

Trinity Lutheran Church, Cheyenne WyomingEaster 5, Cantate - James 1:16-22 - Pastor John Christian Preus 2025-05-1823 min

Christendom and the WorldChristian Nationalism in Lutheran Perspective: With Jim WilshusenIn this episode of Christendom and the World, Pastor Andrew Preus and Pastor Jim Wilshusen tackle recent debates over Christian nationalism in Lutheran circles. They discuss the growing conversation around Christendom, the role of the church in public life, and how Lutherans understand the relationship between church and state. From theological reflections to real-world implications, they explore what faithful political engagement looks like without compromising core doctrine. Whether you're deep in the debate or just curious, this episode offers a clear and thoughtful perspective. Korcok's piece https://www.canadianlutheran.ca/a-lutheran-response-to-christian-nationalism/ Stephenson's piece: https://www.gottesdienst.org/gottesblog/2025/2/2/a...2025-05-1439 min

Christendom and the WorldFrom Pulpit to Pew: With Pastor Jim WilshusenIn this episode of Christendom and the World, Pastor Andrew Preus sits down with Pastor James Wilshusen for a wide-ranging conversation that explores themes such as the significance of baptism, the current state of the Lutheran Church, trends in church attendance, and how family dynamics impact religious practices. They also discuss belief in God amidst cultural shifts, the breakdown of communication in debates, and the role of education in understanding and living out the Christian faith. The conversation emphasizes the importance of doctrine in everyday life, the influence of culture on belief systems, and the vital role of preaching...2025-04-091h 06

On The LineRolf Preus: Catholics & Lutherans on Justification, Sanctification, & Atonement🎧 Welcome to Episode 61 of the On The Line Podcast! 🎧Rev. Rolf Preus graduated from Concordia Theological Seminary (CTS), Fort Wayne, IN, with a Master of Divinity in 1979 and a Master of Sacred Theology in 1987. Ordained on July 1, 1979, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Clear Lake, Minnesota, he served Lutheran congregations across Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and Montana before retiring on August 9, 2020. A dedicated theologian and educator, Rev. Preus has taught theology at Concordia Theological Seminary, Concordia University Wisconsin, and St. Sophia Lutheran Theological Seminary in Ukraine. He is a prolific author and presenter, known for his essays and the Ch...2025-02-171h 37

Christ for UsJustification and Rome by Robert Preus Part 2Part 2 of Justification and Rome by Rev. Dr. Robert Preus (chapters 9-14), read by Rev. James Preus. You can listen to Part 1 here. Justification and Rome: An Evaluation of Recent Dialogues by Robert Preus © 1997 Concordia Publishing House. Used with permission under license number 24:8-1. All rights reserved. This publication is available as an eBook from CPH at www.cph.org. Permission to publish this audio was given for one year. I will request an extension, but that is not guaranteed, so try listening to it before the end of 2025. I did not record the valuable en...2024-12-172h 48

Christ for UsJustification and Rome by Robert Preus Part 1Justification and Rome by Rev. Dr. Robert Preus Part 1: Introduction through Chapter 8. Read by Rev. James Preus Justification and Rome: An Evaluation of Recent Dialogues by Robert Preus © 1997 Concordia Publishing House. Used with permission under license number 24:8-1. All rights reserved. This publication is available as an eBook from CPH at www.cph.org. You can listen to Part 2 Here. Permission to publish this audio was given for one year. I will request an extension, but that is not guaranteed, so try listening to it before the end of 2025. I d...2024-12-171h 50

Christ for UsStand Ready for the Son of Man: Advent 2 Sermon by James PreusAdvent 2 sermon preached by Rev. James Preus on Luke 21:25-36. You can read the text of the sermon at Christforus.org. 2024-12-1115 min

Christ for UsOur Hearts Are Restless Until They Find Their Rest in ChristSermon preached for Trinity 17 by Rev. James Preus on Luke 14:1-11. Trinity 17 Our Hearts Are Restless until They Find Their Rest in Christ Luke 14:1-11 Pastor James Preus Trinity Lutheran Church September 22, 2024 St. Augustine begins his famous work, Confessions with a prayer to God in which He says, “Man, a little piece of Your creation, desires to praise You, a human being ‘bearing his mortality with him (2 Cor. 4:10), carrying with him the witness of his sin and the witness that You ‘resist th...2024-09-2515 min

Christ for UsWhere Is Jesus' Compassion Today? Trinity 16 SermonTrinity 16 sermon on Luke 7:11-17 preached in 2024 by Rev. James Preus. Christforus.org. Gospel: Luke 7:11-17 11 Soon afterward [Jesus] went to a town called Nain, and his disciples and a great crowd went with him. 12 As he drew near to the gate of the town, behold, a man who had died was being carried out, the only son of his mother, and she was a widow, and a considerable crowd from the town was with her. 13 And when the Lord saw her, he had compassion on her and said to her, “Do not weep.” 14 Then he came up and...2024-09-1815 min

Christ for UsServe the Better God: Trinity 15 SermonTrinity 15 sermon preached by Rev. James Preus on Matthew 6:24-34 in 2024. Gospel: Matthew 6:24-34 24 “No one can serve two masters, for either he will hate the one and love the other, or he will be devoted to the one and despise the other. You cannot serve God and money. 25 “Therefore I tell you, do not be anxious about your life, what you will eat or what you will drink, nor about your body, what you will put on. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothing? 26 Look at the b...2024-09-1315 min

Christ for UsEpisode 06: Biblical Arguments for Infant BaptismEpisode 6 of the Christ for Us Bible Study Podcast discussing biblical arguments for infant Baptism by Rev. James Preus. You can read the outline to this Bible Study at Christforus.org. #InfantBaptism #Baptism #Bible #Biblestudy #Theology #Lutheran #Baptist #Pentecostal #Anabaptist Intro and closing music: Wachet Auf, Ruf Uns Die Stimme BWV 645, setting by J. S. Bach, Noncommercial Use Many protestant groups in America reject infant Baptism, such as the Baptists, Pentecostals, and so-called non-denominational churches. I would like to explain from Scripture why Christians should get their babies baptized. Grace B...2024-05-0955 min

Christ for UsIn That Day: Rogate Sermon 2024 by Rev. James PreusRogate sermon preached by Rev. James Preus for Trinity Lutheran Church in 2024. You can read the entire sermon on Christforus.org. #Rogate #HolyChristianChurch #TheLord'sPrayer #bodyandsoul #Lutheran 2024-05-0815 min

Christ for UsWay to the Father: Cantate Sermon by Rev. James Preus 2024Cantate sermon preached by Rev. James Preus on John 16:5-15 in 2024. You can read the entire sermon at Christforus.org. #Cantate #Easter #Father #Son #HolySpirit #Comforter #Lutheran 2024-05-0415 min

Morning Prayer Sermonette from KFUO RadioMeditation on Luke 12:54-13:17Today’s sermonette based on Luke 12:54-13:17 is given by Rev. James Preus. This is a rebroadcast from May 18, 2017.2024-05-0215 min

Sharper Iron from KFUO RadioIsaiah 65:17-25: The New Heavens and New EarthUsing the same language as He did in Genesis 1, the LORD speaks about His creation of the new heavens and the new earth, which will bring great joy to His people. Here, He will give to them eternal life and fruitful labor, and no enemies will harm them. He will dwell with them to hear their prayers, and all creation will live at peace in the LORD’s holy mountain. The New Testament teaches that already now, we experience these blessings in the holy Christian Church, even as we wait for the fullness yet to come in the resurrection of...2024-04-2555 min

Christ for UsFreedom and Government: Jubilate Sermon by Rev. Rolf Preus 2024Sermon for Jubilate Sunday, 1 Peter 2:11-20 by Rev. Rolf Preus filling in for Rev. James Preus. You can read the text of the sermon at Christforus.org. 2024-04-2215 min

Christ for UsThe Uniquely Qualified Shepherd: Sermon for Good Shepherd Sunday 2024Sermon preached by Rev. James Preus for Miscericordias Domini Sunday (Good Shepherd Sunday) on John 10:11-16. You can read the text of the sermon on Christforus.org. #GoodShepherd #MiscericordiasDomini #Sermon #John10 #antisemitism 2024-04-1715 min

Christ for UsThe Risen Christ Dwells with His Church: Quasimodo Geniti SermonSermon for Quasimodo Geniti Sunday (Easter 2), preached by Rev. James Preus on John 20:19-31. You can read the text of the sermon at Christforus.org. 2024-04-1015 min

Christ for UsSon of a Father: Good Friday Sermon 2024Sermon preached for Good Friday, 2024 by Rev. James Preus on Mark 15:6-15. You can read the entire sermon on Christforus.org. #GoodFriday #Barabbas #Christcrucified #Lutheran #Christian 2024-03-2911 min

Christ for UsRejoice, Jerusalem, Your King Is Coming to You: Palm Sunday Sermon 2024Palm Sunday sermon preached by Rev. James Preus in 2024 on Zechariah 9:9-12. You can read the entire sermon at Christforus.org. 2024-03-2815 min

Christ for UsRejoicing in Abraham's Faith: Judica Sermon 2024Sermon preached by Rev. James Preus for Judica, 2024 on John 8:46-59. You can read the entire sermon on Christforus.org. 2024-03-2015 min

Christ for UsChrist as Prophet, Priest, and King: Laetare Sermon 2024Sermon preached on John 6:1-16 by Pastor James Preus for Laetare Sunday (Lent 4), 2024. You can read the entire sermon on Christforus.org. #Laetare #Lent #ProphetPriestKing #Christ #Messiah #John6 2024-03-1315 min

Christ for UsThe Finger of God Prevents ApostasyOculi (Lent 3) sermon by Rev. James Preus preached on Luke 11:14-28. What is Apostasy? What are two ways Satan seeks to get you to fall away? How does the Holy Spirit prevent you from falling away? You can read the entire sermon at Christofus.org. #Apostasy #Oculi #Lent3 #Jesus #Satan #Lutheran 2024-03-0615 min

Sharper Iron from KFUO RadioIsaiah 40:12-31: The Almighty Creator Strengthens His Weary PeopleThe LORD makes it plain that He alone has created and sustains all things. No one showed Him how to do His work. The nations are nothing before the LORD, and idols are human creations that have no power to move. The LORD alone rules over all creation and over all human empires; no one can compare to Him. Therefore, His people must not think that He is unaware of their way. He is the everlasting God who uses His almighty power in order to strengthen His people in their weakness. Through trust in Him, He strengthens them to...2024-02-2956 min

Christ for UsThe Testing of a Great Faith: Reminiscere (Lent 2) Sermon 2024Sermon preached by Rev. James Preus for Reminiscere Sunday on Matthew 15:21-28. You can read the text of the sermon at Christforus.org. #Demonicpossession #Tribulation #Testingfaith #Lent #Sermon #Jesus #Lutheran #Faith 2024-02-2815 min

Christ for UsTrampling Satan: Invocavit Sermon (Lent 1)Sermon preached by Rev. James Preus for Invocavit Sunday on Matthew 4:1-11. You can read the text of the sermon at Christforus.org. #Invocavit #Lent #Satan #Jesus #TramplingSatan #Temptation 2024-02-2215 min

Christ for UsCan You Choose Faith? Quinquagesima Sermon 2024Quinquagesima Sermon preached by Rev. James Preus on Luke 18:31-43 in 2024. You can listen to the entire sermon at Christforus.org. #DecisionTheology #FaithAlone #GraceAlone #InfantBaptism #Falsedoctrine 2024-02-1415 min

Christ for UsThe Seed that Bears Fruit: Sexagesima Sermon 2024Sermon preached by Rev. James Preus on Luke 18:4-15 for Sexagesima Sunday, 2024. You can read the entire sermon at Christforus.org. 2024-02-0815 min

Christ for UsIs Salvation Easy or Hard? Septuagesima Sermon 2024Septuagesima sermon preached by Rev. James Preus on Matthew 20:1-16. You can read the entire sermon at Christforus.org. 2024-01-3115 min

Christ for UsSource and Content of Scripture: Transfiguration SermonTransfiguration sermon preached by Rev. James Preus on Matthew 17:1-9 in 2024. Read it at Christforus.org. 2024-01-2615 min

Christ for UsChrist's Marital Union: Epiphany 2 Sermon 2024Epiphany 2 sermon preached by Rev. James Preus on John 2:1-11 and Ephesians 5:22-33. You can read it at Christforus.org. 2024-01-1715 min

Christ for UsGod Has Set His King on His Holy Hill: Sermon on EpiphanySermon on Epiphany, preached by Rev. James Preus on Matthew 2:1-12. You can listen to the entire sermon on Christforus.org. 2024-01-1015 min

Christ for UsLooking at Christmas under the Hood: Christmas DaySermon preached for Christmas Day by Rev. James Preus on John 1:1-14. You can read the sermon on Christforus.org. 2024-01-0715 min

Christ for UsChrist Comes to Dwell with Us in LoveChristmas Eve Sermon preached by Rev. James Preus. You can read it at Christforus.org. 2023-12-2815 min

Christ for UsWhat Should and Should Not Offend You: Advent 3Sermon preached by Rev. James Preus on Matthew 11:2-10 for Advent 3, 2023. What should and should not offend you? You can read this and many other sermons at christforus.org. 2023-12-2815 min

Christ for UsScripture Was Written for Our Learning: Advent 2, 2023Sermon preached by Rev. James Preus for Advent 2 on Romans 15:4-7. You can read the entire sermon at Christforus.org. 2023-12-1515 min

Christ for UsReceiving Christ in Humility: Advent 1 Sermon 2023Sermon preached by Rev. James Preus for Advent 1 on Matthew 21:1-9 in 2023. You can read the entire sermon at christforus.org. 2023-12-1015 min

Sharper Iron from KFUO RadioParticipation in the Table of the LordRev. James Preus, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ottumwa, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study 1 Corinthians 10:14-22.Appealing to his beloved congregation according to the wisdom that comes from God's Word, St. Paul urges the Corinthians to flee from idolatry. This is the only sensible thing to do because they are participants in the Lord's Table. There, they receive the cup of blessing, which is a participation in Christ's Blood, and the bread, which is a participation in Christ's Body. There, they are joined together with their fellow members in the...2023-12-0556 min

Christ for UsKeep Oil in Your Lamps! Last Sunday of Church YearSermon preached for the Last Sunday of the Church Year by Rev. James Preus on Matthew 25:1-3. You can read the entire sermon and much more at Christforus.org. 2023-11-3015 min

Christ for UsWorks Prepared Beforehand: Second Last Sunday SermonSermon preached by Rev. James Preus for the Second Last Sunday in the Church Year on Matthew 25:31-46. You can read the entire sermon on Christforus.org. 2023-11-2115 min

Christ for UsComfort at Death and the End of the WorldSermon preached for the Third to Last Sunday in the Church Year by Pastor James Preus on the text Matthew 24:15-28. You can read the entire sermon on Christforus.org. 2023-11-1815 min

Christ for UsThe Marks of a Saint: All Saints Day SermonSermon preached by Rev. James Preus on Revelation 7:9-17 and Matthew 5:1-12 for All Saints Day. You can read the entire sermon and read and listen to many more at Christforus.org. Three Questions; 1. What are the marks of the church? 2. What are the marks of Christ? 3. What are the marks of a Saint? 2023-11-1115 min

Christ for UsThank God You Are LutheranReformation Sunday sermon preached by Rev. James Preus on the text, Romans 3:19-28. You can read the entire sermon and many more at Christforus.org. 2023-11-0315 min

Morning Prayer Sermonette from KFUO RadioMeditation on Matthew 18:1-20Today’s sermonette based on Matthew 18:1-20 is given by Rev. James Preus. This is a rebroadcast from October 26, 2017.2023-10-2607 min

Christ for UsThe Power of Forgiveness: Trinity 19Trinity 19 sermon on Matthew 9:1-8 and Ephesians 4:17-25, preached by Rev. James Preus in 2023. You can read entire sermon and much more at Christforus.org. 2023-10-2015 min

Christ for UsWhat You Need to Know to be a Christian: Trinity 18 SermonSermon preached by Rev. James Preus for Trinity 18 on Matthew 22:34-46 in 2023. You can read the entire sermon and many others at Christforus.org. 2023-10-1315 min

Christ for UsEverlasting Love: Trinity 17 SermonSermon preached on Luke 14:1-14 for Trinity 17 Sunday by Rev. James Preus. You can read this sermon and read and listen to many other sermons and papers at Christforus.org. 2023-10-1115 min

Sharper Iron from KFUO RadioRest with the Living, Sharp, Two-Edged SwordRev. James Preus, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ottumwa, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Hebrews 4:1-13.The author of Hebrews continues to preach on Psalm 95 in this part of his sermon. He calls his congregation to a right fear of God, lest any fail to reach God’s promised rest. The rest that Joshua gave to Israel when they entered the Promised Land was incomplete. We enter into God’s rest only through faith in Christ. He is the one who speaks to us through the Word of God, which is a...2023-10-1055 min

Christ for UsUndoing Death: Trinity 16 SermonTrinity 16 Sermon preached on Luke 7:11-17 by Rev. James Preus. 1. What are the three types of death? 2. What are the three types of death a result of? 3. How does Jesus raise the dead today? You can read the entire sermon and more at Christforus.org. 2023-09-2815 min

Christ for UsClearing The Noxious Odor of Idolatry: Trinity 16 SermonTrinity 16 sermon preached by Pastor James Preus on Matthew 6:24-34. What is the noxious odor of idolatry? Why does it stink so bad? How does Jesus teach us to dispel it? You can read the entire sermon on Christforus.org. 2023-09-2315 min

Ringside PreachersBuilding Theologians with Guest Andrew PreusGuest: Rev. Andrew Preus, Trinity Lutheran New Haven Camp Trinity Academy Thank you: 1517.org thejaggedword.com Grace Lutheran Ventura St. James Lutheran, Chicago Monthly Sponsors: Frankie Meadows, Blayne Watts, Eddie Switek, ITO Radio America YOU CAN BE A RINGSIDE SPONSOR: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=TZBU7UQQAWEVN RINGSIDE HOLY LANDS CRUISE Learn More: https://www.eo.travelwithus.com/tours/pf24062224r61629?fbclid=IwAR3GId0t_Kzbp7...2023-09-071h 09

Christ for UsGod Justifies the SinnerTrinity 11 sermon on Luke 18:9-14, preached by Rev. James Preus. You can read the text to the sermon and listen and read to many more at Christforus.org. 2023-08-2415 min

Christ for UsInvesting in God’s Kingdom: Trinity 9Sermon for Trinity 9 preached on Luke 16:1-13, the Unjust Steward, by Rev. James Preus. You can read the entire sermon at christforus.org. 2023-08-1815 min

Christ for UsDon’t Talk to Stangers: Trinity 8Sermon preached by Rev. James Preus for Eighth Sunday after Trinity on Matthew 7:15-23. You can read the entire sermon here. 2023-08-0415 min

Christ for UsThe Infinite Is Capable of the Finite: Trinity 7Sermon for Trinity 7 on Mark 8:1-9 preached by Rev. James Preus. You can read the entire sermon here. #JohnCalvin #Trinity7 2023-08-0415 min

Sharper Iron from KFUO RadioLet the LORD Build Your HouseholdRev. James Preus, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ottumwa, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Psalm 127.In Psalm 127, Solomon teaches us the wisdom that apart from the LORD’s activity, all our work is in vain. The LORD must be the One to build our families; He is the One who never fails to watch over our households. If we do our work and watching in worry, we squander His good gifts. Solomon particularly extols the LORD’s gift of children, who are always a blessing from Him to be received with...2023-07-2556 min

Christ for UsRighteous on the Inside: Trinity 6 Sermon on Matthew 5:17-26Trinity 6 Sermon preached by Rev. James Preus on Matthew 5:17-26. You can read the entire sermon at Christforus.org Follow on Twitter. 2023-07-2115 min

Christ for UsLeaving Everything and Following JesusTrinity 5 sermon preached by Rev. James Preus on Luke 5:1-11. You can read the text of the sermon at christforus.org. 2023-07-1415 min

Christ for UsMerciful Like Your FatherTrinity 4 sermon on Luke 6:36-43, preached by Rev. James Preus. You can read the sermon at Christforus.org. 2023-07-0815 min

Christ for UsBeing a ConfessorSermon preached on the occasion of the Anniversary of the Presentation of the Augsburg Confession, June 25, 1530. Preached by Rev. James Preus on Matthew 10:32-33. You can read the text of the sermon at Christforus.org. 2023-07-0215 min

Christ for UsGod’s Grace is Undeserved, Universal, But Not AbsoluteSermon preached on Romans 5:6-15 by Rev. James Preus. You can read the text of the sermon at Christforus.org. 2023-06-2415 min

Christ for UsWhat Is Love? Trinity 1 Sermon on 1 John 4:16-21Sermon for the First Sunday after Trinity, preached by Rev. James Preus on 1 John 4:16-21. This sermon addresses loving God, your neighbor, and LGBT Pride Month. 2023-06-1615 min

Christ for UsYou Must Be Born Again: Trinity Sunday 2023Sermon on John 3:1-15, preached by Rev. James Preus for Trinity Sunday, 2023. You must be born again. What three things happen when you are born again? 1. God gives you faith. 2. You are forgiven and clothed in Christ's righteousness. 3. You fight against sin. You can read the text to this sermon at christforus.org. 2023-06-0915 min

Christ for UsPentecost Sermon, 2023: The Enduring Work of the Holy SpiritSermon by Rev. James Preus for Pentecost, preached on the text of Acts 2:1-21. You can read the entire sermon on christforus.org. 2023-06-0315 min

Christ for UsRogate Sunday 2023: Pray in Jesus’ NameSermon for Rogate Sunday, John 16:23-33, preached by Rev. James Preus. What does it mean to pray in Jesus' name. 2023-05-1715 min

Oratio from KFUO RadioMeditation on Luke 12:54-13:17Today’s sermonette based on Luke 12:54-13:17 is given by Rev. James Preus. This is a rebroadcast from May 18, 2017.2023-05-1115 min

Christ for UsCantate Sunday 2023: The Work of the Holy SpiritSermon on John 16:5-15 for Cantate Sunday, preached by Rev. James Preus. 2023-05-1015 min

Sharper Iron from KFUO RadioThe Willing I AMRev. James Preus, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ottumwa, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study John 18:1-14.Jesus faces His Passion knowingly and willingly. He goes across the Kidron Valley to a garden well-known to Judas. When Judas comes with a large group of soldiers, Jesus initiates the conversation. When He identifies Himself as “I AM,” the one true God, the soldiers draw back and fall to the ground. In fulfillment of His own Word, Jesus allows Himself to be arrested and bound in order to be tried before Annas and Caia...2023-03-3155 min

Sharper Iron from KFUO RadioWitnesses to JesusRev. James Preus, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ottumwa, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study John 5:30-47.Jesus continues to defend Himself against the false accusations leveled against Him. Jesus lines up other witnesses who testify to the truth of who He is. John the Baptist spoke truly concerning Jesus; his testimony was not merely from man, for John was sent by God. The Father and the works that the Father gave Jesus to do testify to the truth of Jesus’ identity as the Son of God. Moses and the entire Ol...2023-01-2755 min

Sharper Iron from KFUO RadioLo! He Comes with Clouds DescendingRev. James Preus, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ottumwa, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Lutheran Service Book #336, “Lo! He Comes with Clouds Descending.”This Advent text from Charles Wesley points us toward Christ’s coming on the Last Day. We look for His return expectantly, knowing that He is the One who was crucified for our sins. Everyone will see Jesus on that Day. Those who did not have faith in Him will see Him with terror, while those who loved Him will look with greatest joy upon the scars by whi...2022-12-0155 min

Sharper Iron from KFUO RadioWisdom and Instruction: Wisdom Seeks Reconciliation (Rebroadcast)(Enjoy some favorite previous Sharper Iron episodes as Pastor Appel moves to a new call. A new series for Advent begins November 28!)Rev. James Preus, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ottumwa, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Proverbs 17:7-24.Solomon continues to teach the benefit of the way of divine wisdom in contrast to the harm that comes from following the way of folly. The mouth speaks from the overflow of the heart. Each of us must examine, then, both what we speak and what we...2022-11-1854 min

Sharper Iron from KFUO RadioHearts Circumcised in FaithRev. James Preus, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ottumwa, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Deuteronomy 10:1-22.As Moses recounts the new stone tablets of the Decalogue, he reminds Israel that the LORD had listened to his intercessory prayer. By placing both tablets of the Decalogue into the ark, the LORD showed His people that He went with them and dwelled with them. Now, as Israel prepares to enter the Promised Land, Moses calls upon the people to fear the LORD, walk in His ways, love Him, and serve Him. This...2022-08-1953 min

Sharper Iron from KFUO RadioA Clean Conscience is Better than Freedom from PrisonRev. James Preus, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ottumwa, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Acts 24:1-27.Paul’s case is tried yet again before Felix in Caesarea. The Jews employ a spokesman named Tertullus to flatter the governor in hopes that he will find Paul guilty of their trumped up charges. Though the Jews claim that Paul is a troublemaker and a member of a sect, Paul ably defends himself against their charges, both from a legal and a theological perspective. He opens the door to evangelize Felix, but Felix pu...2022-06-2856 min

Sharper Iron from KFUO RadioJesus Calls MatthiasRev. James Preus, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ottumwa, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Acts 1:12-26.After Jesus’ ascension, His disciples return to Jerusalem, according to His command. They gather together as the Church, including the faithful women and Jesus’ mother and brothers, in order to devote themselves to prayer. As they wait for Jesus to send the Spirit, they go about the task of filling Judas’ empty office. Peter recognizes the Scripture as the inspired Word of God and states that what has happened to Judas has fulfilled what God ha...2022-04-2656 min

Sharper Iron from KFUO RadioThe Stronger One Gives the Sign of JonahRev. James Preus, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ottumwa, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Luke 11:14-36.Jesus faces two challenges from His opponents. First, some assert that Jesus is casting out demons by the prince of demons. In response, Jesus shows how ludicrous that thought is before proclaiming that He has come as the Stronger One who binds the strong man, Satan, to set us captives free. This blessed redemption is received by all those who hear the Word of God in faith. Second, some desire a sign from heaven...2022-02-2455 min

Sharper Iron from KFUO RadioThe Annunciation of JohnRev. James Preus, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Ottumwa, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Luke 1:5-25.St. Luke begins his narrative with John the Baptist, the forerunner of the Christ. Not only in his preaching, but also in his life, prepares the way for the Lord. This begins with the announcement of his birth to Zechariah. The aged priest and his wife were both righteous through faith, but they had no child, for Elizabeth was barren. Yet precisely to this couple, the Lord chose to give a son. The angel...2022-01-1055 min

How to Grab Audiobook in Teens, Ages 11-13The Bamboo Sword by Margi Preus | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: The Bamboo Sword Author: Margi Preus Narrator: James Yaegashi Format: Unabridged Length: 5 hrs and 51 mins Language: English Release date: 09-15-15 Publisher: Recorded Books Genres: Teens, Ages 11-13 Summary: Set in 1853 in Japan, this novel follows Yoshi, a Japanese boy who dreams of someday becoming a samurai. Unfortunately, as part of the serving class, Yoshi can never become a warrior. He is taken up by Manjiro, the protagonist of Preus' Heart of a Samurai, and becomes his servant and secret watchdog. Meanwhile, Commodore Matthew Perry and his USS Susquehanna...2015-09-155h 51

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Unlock Audiobook in Fiction, HistoricalHeart of a Samurai by Margi Preus | Free AudiobookListen to full audiobooks for free on :https://hotaudiobook.com/freeTitle: Heart of a Samurai Author: Margi Preus Narrator: James Yaegashi Format: Unabridged Length: 6 hrs and 9 mins Language: English Release date: 07-25-11 Publisher: Recorded Books Genres: Fiction, Historical Summary: Praised as a timeless tale by Booklist in a starred review, this Newbery Honor book by Margi Preus explores the cultural divide between the East and West circa 1841. When Manjiro, a Japanese teenager, is thrown from his fishing boat during a storm, hes rescued by an American whaling ship. Befriending the ships captain, Manjiro decides to travel with the crew...2011-07-256h 09

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Bethany Lutheran, Naperville, ILBJS 2010 Conference 1 - Pressing Issues in Lutheran Practice Today,Klemet Preus 2010-02-1300 min