Resources on Eric Fistler

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

This resource contains podcasts and notes giving commentary on Luke 1:68-79; 3:1-6 and Philippians 1:3-11. The hosts discuss themes of deism, resurrection, freedom, and love.

Luke 1:68-79, 3:1-6; Philippians 1:3-11

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Advent, Love, Resurrection, Freedom

John is Arrested, So Jesus Begins

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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This resource contains podcasts and notes giving commentary on Matthew 4:12-23, 1 Corinthians 1:10-18, Psalm 27:1, 4-9, and Isaiah 9:1-4. The hosts discuss themes of the kingdom of heaven, calling, civil disobedience, and church unity.

Psalm 27:1, 4-9; Isaiah 9:1-4 Matthew 4:12-23

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Unity (as A Mark Of The Church), Kingdom Of God, Calling, Civil Disobedience

Unity and the First Disciples

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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This podcast provides commentary on the story of Jesus calling his first disciples (Matthew 4:12-23), and a text from Paul that emphasizes the unity of those who proclaim Christ (1 Corinthians 1:10-18).

Matthew 4:12-23; 1 Corinthians 1:10-18

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Unity, Disciple, Divisions

The Baptism of Christ

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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This resource contains podcasts and notes giving commentary on Luke 2:1-20, John 1:1-14, and Psalm 98. The hosts discuss themes of the incarnation, light, baptism, and salvation.

Psalm 98; Luke 2:1-20 John 1:1-14

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Light, Baptism, Salvation

Parody of a Conqueror

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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This resource contains podcasts and notes giving commentary on Matthew 21:1-11 and Psalm 118. The hosts discuss themes of soteriology, God's sovereignty, and Palm Sunday.

Psalm 118; Matthew 21:1-11

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Palm Sunday, Soteriology, God's Sovereignty

Lucky Mother Ascender

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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Sermon starters or outlines for Ascension or Mother's Day dealing with themes of unity (John 17:20-26); freedom and liberation (Acts 16:16-34); and the balance of judgment and grace (Revelation 22).

John 17:20-26; Acts 16:16-34 Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21

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Ascension, Mother's Day, Unity, Freedom

A Roundtable on Holy Week

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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This resource contains a podcast and notes giving commentary on John 13:1-17, 19:26-30, Luke 23:32-49, and Matthew 27:45-56. The hosts discuss themes of suffering, the crucifixion, service, and faithfulness.

Matthew 27:45-56; Luke 23:32-49 John 13:1-17, 19:26-30

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Crucifixion, Service, Suffering, Faithfulness

Temptation and Forgiveness

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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This podcast provides commentary on a text that highlights the joy of being forgiven (Psalm 32), and the story of Jesus' temptation (Matthew 4:1-11).

Psalm 32; Matthew 4:1-11

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Temptation, Lent, Forgiveness, Confession

Lent Roundtable

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

Article about Worship and the Sacraments

This podcast provides discussion and practical tips for planning worship throughout the lenten season.

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Lent, Sources, Worship Planning

Taste and See

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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These podcasts feature discussion on how to preach John 12:20-33; Jeremiah 31:31-34; Psalm 51:1-12; Hebrews 5:5-10 on Sundays during Lent. Study notes and a music video are provided to enhance the worship experience.

Psalm 51:1-12; Jeremiah 31:31-34 John 12:20-33

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Homiletics, Preaching, Worship Planning

Jesus' and the Honeymoon Phase

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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This resource from Pulpit Fiction offers sermons, sermon starters, and Bible studies based on Mark 3:20-35, 1 Samuel 8:4-20, and 2 Corinthians 4:13-5:1. The themes are faithfulness, community, and family.

1 Samuel 8:4-20; Mark 3:20-35 2 Corinthians 4:13-18, 5:1

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Family, Community, Faithfulness

Preaching Texts for Easter

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

Article about Worship and the Sacraments

This podcast discusses how to preach the following texts for Easter Sunday. The texts are Mark 16:1-8, John 20:1-18, Psalm 118:1-2, 14-24, 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, and Acts 10:34-43.

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Homiletics, Preaching, Worship Planning

Love Leads to God - and Justice

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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This resource contains podcasts and notes giving commentary on Matthew 22:34-46, Deuteronomy 34:1-12, Psalm 90:1-6, 13-17, and 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8. The hosts discuss themes of love, justice, promises, and oppression.

Deuteronomy 34; Psalm 90:1-6, 13-17 Matthew 22:34-46

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Love, Promises, Justice, Oppression

What a Friend We Have in Jesus

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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This commentary on John 15:9-17, Acts 10:44-48, 1 John 5:1-6, and Psalm 98 focuses on the themes of Jesus calling us friends, the surprising work of the Holy Spirit, and obedience to God.

Psalm 98; John 15:9-17 Acts 10:44-48

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Obedience, Holy Spirit, God's Love, Abuse

Least of These

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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This commentary on Job 1:1; 2:1-10, Mark 10:2-16, Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12, and Psalm 26 focuses on the themes of divorce, suffering savior, and theodicy. Podcasts are also included.

Job 1:1, 2:1-10; Psalm 26 Mark 10:2-16

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Suffering, Divorce, Justice, Theodicy

A Question of Faith

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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This commentary on Mark 4:35-41, 1 Samuel 17:32-49, 2 Corinthians 6:1-13, and Psalm 9 focuses on the themes of fear and faith, challenges of faith, and the paradox of faith. Podcasts are also included.

1 Samuel 17:32-49; Psalm 9 Mark 4:35-41

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Faith, Fight Of Faith, Fear, Paradox

Advent Faithfulness

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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These three podcasts offer audio commentary on texts (Luke 1:26-56, Romans 16:25-27, 2 Samuel 7:1-16) that together draw a picture of God's advent faithfulness in establishing an eternal throne.

2 Samuel 7:1-16; Luke 1:26-56 Romans 16:25-27

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Advent, Mary, Covenant, God's Faithfulness

Beyond Our Imagination

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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This commentary on Mark 4:26-34, 1 Samuel 15:34 - 16:13, 2 Corinthians 5:6-17, and Psalm 20 focuses on the themes of the mystery of the kingdom of God, regret, and God's irrational love. Podcasts are included.

1 Samuel 15:34-35, 16:1-13; Psalm 20 Mark 4:26-34

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Kingdom Of God, Faith, God's Love, Hope

A Change is Going to Come

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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This podcast features a discussion on how to preach Mark 13:1-8, Hebrews 10:11-14 (15-18), 19-25, Psalm 16, and 1 Samuel 1:4-20. Also included are study notes for sermon preparation and Bible study.

1 Samuel 1:4-20; Psalm 16 Mark 13:1-8

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Homiletics, Preaching, Worship Planning

Recognizing Allies

Eric Fistler | Pulpitfiction

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This commentary on Esther 7:1-6, 9-10, 9:20-22, Mark 9:38-50, James 5:13-20, and Psalm 124 focuses on the themes of partnership in ministry, power of prayer, forgiveness, and God's presence in the world.

Esther 7:1-6, 9-10, 9:20-22; Psalm 124 Mark 9:38-50

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Prayer, Love Your Neighbor, Courage, God's Presence