Lutherans In Africa Thu, 28 May 2026 08:21:36 -0400 https://lutheransinafrica.com/ en-us © 2026 Lutherans In Africa yes 62b4c6d0-9e12-582f-b717-b7672a489ee5 James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz episodic false This weekly 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.


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If you would like read Martin Luther's Sermons on the appointed texts for each Sunday of the Church year, you can go to the following link. The translations are in the public domain.


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]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz https://storage.buzzsprout.com/jn7apsp2425lgalabo7e76bp7v0o?.jpg Lutherans In Africa https://lutheransinafrica.com/ Dr. Gregory Schulz Rev. James May Rev. Paul Schulz Holy Trinity Holy Trinity 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.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> proliturgy Buzzsprout-19253505 Thu, 28 May 2026 08:00:00 -0400 3866 full false Feast of Pentecost Feast of Pentecost 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.

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]]> 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.

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]]> proliturgy Buzzsprout-19209659 Wed, 20 May 2026 11:00:00 -0400 3377 full false The Ascension of Our Lord The Ascension of Our Lord 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.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-19170654 Wed, 13 May 2026 09:00:00 -0400 4625 full false Easter 6 - Series A Easter 6 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-19137074 Wed, 06 May 2026 16:00:00 -0400 4637 full false Easter 5 - Series A Easter 5 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-19098740 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 14:00:00 -0400 4177 full false Easter 4 - Series A Easter 4 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-19060684 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 3169 full false Easter 3 - Series A Easter 3 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-19021459 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:00:00 -0400 4613 full false Easter 2 - Series A Easter 2 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18976223 Tue, 07 Apr 2026 11:00:00 -0400 3793 full false Easter/Resurrection - Series A Easter/Resurrection - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18945483 Wed, 01 Apr 2026 12:00:00 -0400 3867 full false Good Friday Good Friday 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

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-16953004 Sun, 29 Mar 2026 07:00:00 -0400 4568 full false Maundy Thursday Maundy Thursday 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-16953149 Sat, 28 Mar 2026 22:00:00 -0400 4639 full false Palm Sunday Palm Sunday 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-16941805 Sat, 28 Mar 2026 18:00:00 -0400 3385 full false Lent 5 - Series A Lent 5 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18868477 Wed, 18 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0400 3435 full false Lent 4 - Series A Lent 4 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-18841812 Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:00:00 -0400 5108 full false Lent 3 - Series A Lent 3 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18782898 Tue, 03 Mar 2026 12:00:00 -0500 3897 full false Lent 2 - Series A Lent 2 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-18742722 Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:00:00 -0500 2986 full false Lent 1 - Series A Lent 1 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18712200 Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:00:00 -0500 4159 full false Ash Wednesday - Series A Ash Wednesday - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18693887 Mon, 16 Feb 2026 12:00:00 -0500 4038 full false Transfiguration - Series A Transfiguration - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18658818 Tue, 10 Feb 2026 15:00:00 -0500 4347 full false Epiphany 5 - Series A Epiphany 5 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-18625560 Wed, 04 Feb 2026 13:00:00 -0500 4637 full false Epiphany 4 - Series A Epiphany 4 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-18579901 Tue, 27 Jan 2026 15:00:00 -0500 4256 full false Epiphany 3 - Series A Epiphany 3 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18542991 Tue, 20 Jan 2026 16:00:00 -0500 5530 full false Epiphany 2 - Series A Epiphany 2 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18506899 Wed, 14 Jan 2026 09:00:00 -0500 4709 full false The Feast of Epiphany - Series A The Feast of Epiphany - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> Buzzsprout-18462769 Tue, 06 Jan 2026 13:00:00 -0500 5031 full false Christmas 2 - Series A Christmas 2 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

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]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> Buzzsprout-18439609 Thu, 01 Jan 2026 07:00:00 -0500 4771 full false Christmas Day Christmas Day 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).

God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> 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).

God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-18364661 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500 3496 full false Christmas Eve Christmas Eve 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).

God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> 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).

God bless your sermon preparation or meditation on these texts.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-18364649 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500 3979 full false Advent 4 - Series A Advent 4 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-18364580 Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500 4275 full false Advent 3 - Series A Advent 3 - Series A 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> Buzzsprout-18329888 Wed, 10 Dec 2025 04:00:00 -0500 4648 full false Advent 2 - Series A Advent 2 - Series A 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 meditation and preparations for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> 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 meditation and preparations for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> Buzzsprout-18291803 Wed, 03 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0500 5577 full false Advent 1 - Series A Advent 1 - Series A 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.

God bless your meditation and preparations for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> 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.

God bless your meditation and preparations for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> Buzzsprout-18256256 Wed, 26 Nov 2025 00:00:00 -0500 3585 full false Last Sunday of the Church Year Last Sunday of the Church Year In this study, 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.

God bless your meditation and preparations for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> In this study, 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.

God bless your meditation and preparations for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> Buzzsprout-18212652 Tue, 18 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -0500 4222 full false Trinity 22 Trinity 22 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> Buzzsprout-18183572 Thu, 13 Nov 2025 07:00:00 -0500 4212 full false Trinity 21 Trinity 21 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> Buzzsprout-18132851 Tue, 04 Nov 2025 13:00:00 -0500 5109 full false All Saints Day All Saints Day 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> Buzzsprout-18095976 Wed, 29 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0400 5231 full false Reformation Reformation 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 for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> 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 for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> Buzzsprout-18067343 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 04:00:00 -0400 3892 full false Trinity 18 Trinity 18 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.

God bless your preparations for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> 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.

God bless your preparations for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> Buzzsprout-18067304 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 02:00:00 -0400 2398 full false Trinity 17 Trinity 17 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> Buzzsprout-17977182 Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0400 4742 full false Trinity 16 Trinity 16 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!

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> 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!

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> Buzzsprout-17934384 Tue, 30 Sep 2025 15:00:00 -0400 3484 full false Trinity 15 Trinity 15 The readings for the upcoming Sunday are: 

1 Kings 17:8–16; Psalm 146; Gal. 5:25–6:10; Matt. 6:24–34

We pray that this study will be helpful for you!

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> The readings for the upcoming Sunday are: 

1 Kings 17:8–16; Psalm 146; Gal. 5:25–6:10; Matt. 6:24–34

We pray that this study will be helpful for you!

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> Buzzsprout-17892772 Tue, 23 Sep 2025 12:00:00 -0400 3083 full false Trinity 14 Trinity 14 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!

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> 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!

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> Buzzsprout-17849033 Mon, 15 Sep 2025 16:00:00 -0400 3939 full false Festival of the Holy Cross Festival of the Holy Cross 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> Buzzsprout-17816876 Tue, 09 Sep 2025 14:00:00 -0400 5923 full false Trinity 12 Trinity 12 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/

God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> 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/

God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> Buzzsprout-17773737 Tue, 02 Sep 2025 11:00:00 -0400 4763 full false Trinity 11 Trinity 11 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.

God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> 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.

God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> Buzzsprout-17737446 Tue, 26 Aug 2025 13:00:00 -0400 3788 full false Trinity 8 Trinity 8 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

God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> 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

God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-17629510 Thu, 07 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0400 5567 full false Trinity 7 Trinity 7 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 for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> 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 for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> Buzzsprout-17583949 Tue, 29 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400 6008 full false Trinity 6 Trinity 6 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.

God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> 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.

God bless your meditation and preparation for the upcoming Sunday.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com


]]> Buzzsprout-17546628 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 13:00:00 -0400 5190 full false Trinity 5 Trinity 5 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> Buzzsprout-17514990 Wed, 16 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0400 4794 full false Trinity 4 Trinity 4 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!

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> 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!

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> Buzzsprout-17471953 Tue, 08 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0400 5304 full false Trinity 3 Trinity 3 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.

God bless your meditation and preparation.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> 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.

God bless your meditation and preparation.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> Buzzsprout-17430863 Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:00:00 -0400 4910 full false Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul 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.

God bless your meditation and preparation.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> 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.

God bless your meditation and preparation.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com

]]> Buzzsprout-17390572 Tue, 24 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0400 4635 full false Trinity 1 Trinity 1 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com/


]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com/


]]> Buzzsprout-17353257 Tue, 17 Jun 2025 13:00:00 -0400 4578 full false Holy Trinity Holy Trinity 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com/


]]> 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com/


]]> Buzzsprout-17314792 Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:00:00 -0400 5280 full false Pentecost Pentecost 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.

For more information about Lutherans In Africa and the Lutheran School of Theology you can go to LutheransInAfrica.com.

https://lutheransinafrica.com/

]]> 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.

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]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-17274338 Tue, 03 Jun 2025 11:00:00 -0400 5039 full false Easter 7 Easter 7 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.God bless your preparations and meditation.

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]]> 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.God bless your preparations and meditation.

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]]> Buzzsprout-17247423 Thu, 29 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400 4231 full false The Ascension of Our Lord The Ascension of Our Lord 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.

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]]> 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.

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]]> Buzzsprout-17234499 Tue, 27 May 2025 12:00:00 -0400 4625 full false Sixth Sunday of Easter Sixth Sunday of Easter 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).

God bless your meditation and preparation for this upcoming Sunday.

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]]> 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).

God bless your meditation and preparation for this upcoming Sunday.

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]]> Buzzsprout-17196320 Tue, 20 May 2025 10:00:00 -0400 5027 full false Fifth Sunday of Easter Fifth Sunday of Easter 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.

God bless your meditation and preparation for this upcoming Sunday.

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]]> 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.

God bless your meditation and preparation for this upcoming Sunday.

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]]> Buzzsprout-17151816 Tue, 13 May 2025 11:00:00 -0400 5656 full false Fourth Sunday of Easter Fourth Sunday of Easter 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. 

God bless your meditation and preparation for this upcoming Sunday.

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]]> 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. 

God bless your meditation and preparation for this upcoming Sunday.

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]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-17113540 Tue, 06 May 2025 21:00:00 -0400 3949 full false Third Sunday of Easter Third Sunday of Easter 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.

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]]> 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.

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]]> Buzzsprout-17070457 Wed, 30 Apr 2025 02:00:00 -0400 3212 full false Second Sunday of Easter Second Sunday of Easter The readings for the Second Sunday of Easter are:  Ezekiel 37:1–14; Psalm 33; 1 John 5:4–10; John 20:19–31.

God bless your meditation and preparation.

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]]> The readings for the Second Sunday of Easter are:  Ezekiel 37:1–14; Psalm 33; 1 John 5:4–10; John 20:19–31.

God bless your meditation and preparation.

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]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-17038016 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 13:00:00 -0400 4466 full false Easter Sunday/Resurrection of Our Lord Easter Sunday/Resurrection of Our Lord 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.


]]> 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.


]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-16984966 Tue, 15 Apr 2025 15:00:00 -0400 4908 full false Lent 5 Lent 5 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.

God bless your meditation and preparation.

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]]> 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.

God bless your meditation and preparation.

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]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-16900338 Tue, 01 Apr 2025 16:00:00 -0400 4372 full false Lent 4 Lent 4 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.

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]]> 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.

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]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-16852864 Mon, 24 Mar 2025 17:00:00 -0400 4827 full false Lent 3 Lent 3 In this session, 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.

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]]> In this session, 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.

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]]> Paul W. Arndt Buzzsprout-16821541 Wed, 19 Mar 2025 05:00:00 -0400 4133 full false Lent 2 Lent 2 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.

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]]> 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.

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]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-16825489 Tue, 18 Mar 2025 17:00:00 -0400 4263 full false Lent 1 Lent 1 In this session 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 Corinthians can be found at https://www.lectionarycentral.com/lent1/LutherEpistle.html

God bless your meditation and preparation for Lent 1.

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]]> In this session 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 Corinthians can be found at https://www.lectionarycentral.com/lent1/LutherEpistle.html

God bless your meditation and preparation for Lent 1.

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]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-16825520 Mon, 17 Mar 2025 00:00:00 -0400 4108 full false Ash Wednesday Ash Wednesday 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.

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]]> 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.

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]]> James E. May, Gregory Schulz, Paul Schulz Buzzsprout-16825541 Sun, 16 Mar 2025 17:00:00 -0400 4260 full false