Resources on Karoline M Lewis

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

This podcast considers texts for Ash Wednesday, suggesting the penitential prayer of repentance from Psalm 51:1-17 and the communal crisis from Joel 2:1-2,12-17, as key preaching themes.

Psalm 51:1-17; Joel 2:1-2, 12-17

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Ash Wednesday, Community, Repentance

Holding on to Advent

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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In this Advent reflection on Matthew 1:18-25, Karoline M. Lewis observes that Emmanuel means "God is with US," not "God is with YOU," and emphasizes that "community is not only our necessity but also our responsibility."

Matthew 1:18-25

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Advent, Community, Emmanuel, God's Presence

Baptism of Our Lord

Matthew L Skinner | Working Preacher

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In this podcast Matthew L. Skinner, Karoline M. Lewis, Rolf Jacobson, and Joy J. Moore discuss preaching possibilities for Isaiah 42:1-9; Matthew 3:13-17; and Acts 10:34-43, focusing on the meaning of Jesus' baptism.

Isaiah 42:1-9; Matthew 3:13-17 Acts 10:34-43

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Baptism Of Christ, Community, Faith, Identity

A Different Kind of Denial

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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What did Jesus mean when he said, “Deny yourself and take up your cross”? Karoline Lewis wrestles with the text Mark 8:31-38 and takes a new look at the meaning of the cross in this article.

Mark 8:31-38

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Lent, Crucifixion, Community, Self-denial

Paul as Pastor

Karoline M Lewis | Enter the Bible

Article about Worship and the Sacraments

In this short video, Karoline Lewis provides insight on the Apostle Paul as a pastor who cares deeply about communities of faith that are experiencing transition and conflict.

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Paul, Pastor, Community

The Risky Business of Bearing Fruit

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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How can we bear fruit? The bearing of fruit depends on dependence, says Karoline Lewis in this reflection on John 15:1-8.

John 15:1-8

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Fruit Of The Spirit, Maturity, Spirituality, Piety, Devotion, Sanctification, Holiness

Body Zeal

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

Karoline Lewis offers a sermon on John 2:13-22 for Lent, saying this passage preaches the truth that "the Word made flesh, is now ours to embody."

John 2:13-22

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Body, Body Of Christ, Community, Discrimination

What Do You Lack?

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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Karoline Lewis shares that Mark 10:17-31 is an insistence that wealth without a commitment to connection, looking beyond one's self, will pull us away from the relationship that Jesus wants for us.

Mark 10:17-31

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Community, Money, Relationship, Selfishness

A Truth-Telling Advent

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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A commentary on Mark 1:1-8 reflecting on the prophetic call of truth-telling, especially in light of race relationships as highlighted by the events in Ferguson, Missouri.

Mark 1:1-8

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Advent, Racism, Pastoral Leadership, Community

Community and Connections

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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This article speaks on the importance of preachers having communities and connections because these people will keep you from "slipping away" and keep you from "fakeness."

Matthew 18:15-20

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Truthfulness, Pastoral Leadership, Community, Calling/vocation

Prayers Needed

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

Scripture Meditation or Sermon

In this commentary on John 17:6-19, Karoline Lewis attests to the power and comfort of praying for one another, pointing out that in this passage we get to "overhear Jesus praying" for us.

John 17:6-19

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Comfort, Community, Prayer, Intercessory, Relationship

It Is Good To Be Here

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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This commentary on Mark 9:2-13 by Karoline Lewis contends that the Transfiguration story helps us "reveals our future and claims our future," helping us transition from where we are to God's future.

Mark 9:2-13

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Community, Future Life, Transfiguration, Transformation

Shake Off the Dust

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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Reflecting on her own experience of being "trolled" on social media, Karoline Lewis considers Jesus' words in Luke 10:16 and its lesson on persistence.

Luke 10:16

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Community, Criticism, Unjust, Discipleship, Kingdom Of God

Family in Christ

Matthew L Skinner | Working Preacher

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In this podcast, Matthew Skinner, Rolf Jacobson, and Karoline Lewis discuss wealth (Luke 14:25-33), promise of ...

Deuteronomy 30:15-20; Psalm 1 Jeremiah 18:1-11

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Clay, Community, Life, Wealth

The Spring of Living Water

Matthew L Skinner | Working Preacher

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In this podcast, Matthew Skinner, Karoline Lewis, and Rolf Jacobson explore the cultural context of Luke 14:1, 7-14 and Proverbs 25:6-7, idolatry from Jeremiah 2:4-13, and faith surviving through community from Hebrews 13:1-8, 15-16. (Length: 22:39)

Proverbs 25:6-7; Jeremiah 2:4-13 Luke 14:1, 7-14

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Community, Faith, Idolatry

Christmas For All

Matthew L Skinner | Working Preacher

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This podcast featuring Matt Skinner, Rolf Jacobson, and Karoline Lewis discusses Psalm 146:5-10; Isaiah 35; Matthew 11:2-11; and James 5:7-10, and how Christmas is not just about celebrating with loved ones but for the wider community....

Psalm 146:5-10; Isaiah 35 Matthew 11:2-11

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Advent, Christmas, Community, John The Baptist

The Spirit Creates Community

Matthew L Skinner | Working Preacher

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In this podcast for Pentecost, Karoline Lewis, Matthew Skinner, and Rolf Jacobson explore Paraclete (John 14:8-17, 25-27), community Creator (Acts 2:1-21), God's delight in creation (Psalm 104:24-34, 35b), and adoption (Romans 8:14-17). (Length: 24:15)

Psalm 104:24-35; John 14:8-17, 25-27 Acts 2:1-21

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Community, Creation, Holy Spirit, Paraclete

One Body, Many Members

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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Karoline Lewis offers some interpretive guidelines for 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a, suggesting sermons based on the themes of unity, vocation, the presence of the Holy Spirit, and self-acceptance.

1 Corinthians 12:12-31

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Unity, Community, Vocation, Holy Spirit

Personal and Communal Piety at Ash Wednesday

Karoline M Lewis | Working Preacher

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Join Karoline Lewis, David Lose, and Matt Skinner in this podcast as they discuss the themes of personal piety and community in the scripture texts for Ash Wednesday.

Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21

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Ash Wednesday, Sermon On The Mount, Prayer, Fasting

Our Dependence

Rolf Jacobson | Working Preacher

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This podcast by Matt Skinner, Rolf Jacobson, and Karoline Lewis discusses our dependence on both God and others through the hospitality of others (Matthew 10:40-42), God's provision (Genesis 22:1-14), and God's gift of righteousness (Romans 6:12-23).

Genesis 22:1-14; Matthew 10:40-42 Romans 6:12-23

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Kingdom Of God, Discipleship, Hospitality, Sanctification