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Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God’s Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Sharper Iron is underwritten by Lutheran Church Extension Fund, where your investments help support the work of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit lcef.org.

  1. 13H AGO

    Genesis 38:1-30: The Line of the Christ Continues

    Although the end of Genesis largely tells the story of Joseph, the line of the Christ goes through a different son of Jacob: Judah. When his first two sons are put to death by the LORD without having any children, Judah does not give his third son in marriage to his daughter-in-law Tamar. Undeterred by Judah’s inaction, Tamar accomplishes her plan to conceive a child in cunning fashion. Her father-in-law is ignorant of what she has done until she reveals that he is the father of her twin children. Although the account is full of mankind’s sin, the LORD works to preserve the line of the Savior, who comes precisely for sinners like Judah and like us.  Rev. Ned Moerbe, pastor at Memorial Lutheran Church and School in Houston, TX, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Genesis 38:1-30.  To learn more about Memorial Lutheran, visit mlchouston.org. “In the Beginning” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies Genesis. The first book of Moses sets the stage for God’s entire story of salvation. As we learn the beginning of the story, God prepares us to receive the fulfillment of the story: Jesus Christ, the Offspring of the woman who has crushed our enemy’s head.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

    55 min

  2. 1D AGO

    Genesis 37:12-36: Into the Pit

    When Jacob sent Joseph to check on his brothers in Shechem, Joseph eventually found them in a different place. The brothers saw Joseph well before he arrived, and so they plotted to kill him. Reuben, seeking to get back into his father’s good graces, convinced his other brothers only to throw Joseph into a pit. As traveling traders passed by, Judah suggested that they sell their own brother into slavery. They covered up their evil deed by covering Joseph’s robe with goat’s blood so that their father would think Joseph had been killed by a wild animal. While Joseph’s brothers worked evil, however, the LORD was working for good as He sent Joseph to Potiphar’s house in Egypt.  Rev. Shawn Linnell, pastor at King of Glory Lutheran Church in Williamsburg, VA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Genesis 37:12-36.  To learn more about King of Glory, visit kogva.org. “In the Beginning” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies Genesis. The first book of Moses sets the stage for God’s entire story of salvation. As we learn the beginning of the story, God prepares us to receive the fulfillment of the story: Jesus Christ, the Offspring of the woman who has crushed our enemy’s head.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

    55 min

  3. 2D AGO

    Genesis 37:1-11: Dreams of Dominion

    Jacob’s favoritism for his wife Rachel leads to his favoritism for Joseph. The gift of a beautiful robe to Joseph only exacerbates the growing hatred that Jacob’s other sons have for Joseph. Even if Joseph had no ill intent, Joseph himself doesn’t help that hatred when he reveals his two dreams that showed his family subservient to him. Although the family dynamics are strained, the beginning text of the story of Joseph begins to reveal that this will be another time when God is at work for the good of His people.  Rev. Matt Wietfeldt, Assistant Vice President of Admissions at Concordia Theological Seminary in Ft. Wayne, IN, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Genesis 37:1-11.  To learn more about Concordia Theological Seminary, visit ctsfw.edu. “In the Beginning” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies Genesis. The first book of Moses sets the stage for God’s entire story of salvation. As we learn the beginning of the story, God prepares us to receive the fulfillment of the story: Jesus Christ, the Offspring of the woman who has crushed our enemy’s head.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

    52 min

  4. 5D AGO

    Genesis 35:22-36:43: Growing Pains

    Life in Canaan for Jacob’s family continues to be plagued by sin as Reuben violates the concubine of his father’s favorite wife in the aftermath of Rachel’s death. The listing of Jacob’s twelve sons highlights God’s faithfulness to His promise to make this family into a great nation. Isaac’s death is a reminder of the consequence of sin, even as his two sons come together for his burial. As Esau’s role in the narrative is over, Moses records generations of Esau’s descendants because the nation of Edom interacted with Israel regularly. Although the line of the Christ does not go through Esau, his family record reminds us that the Christ is for all people.  Rev. Mark Squire, pastor at Immanuel Lutheran Church in St. Ansgar, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Genesis 35:22-36:43.  To learn more about Immanuel in St. Ansgar, visit immanuelsta.org. “In the Beginning” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies Genesis. The first book of Moses sets the stage for God’s entire story of salvation. As we learn the beginning of the story, God prepares us to receive the fulfillment of the story: Jesus Christ, the Offspring of the woman who has crushed our enemy’s head.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

    55 min

  5. 6D AGO

    Genesis 35:1-21: The Son of the Right Hand

    God commands Jacob to journey back to Bethel, where He had appeared to Jacob as he was fleeing to Laban’s house. In response, Jacob rids his family of their powerless idols. The LORD is powerful in protecting Jacob as he sojourns among the Canaanites, and He renews His blessing and renaming of Jacob as Israel. Sadness strikes Jacob’s family at the death of his beloved wife Rachel during childbirth, but the name given to her son points to the hope that Jacob’s family and all people have in the Son who sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty.  Rev. Jeff Hemmer, pastor at Bethany Lutheran Church in Fairview Heights, IL and Signal Hill Lutheran Church in Belleville, IL, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Genesis 35:1-21. To learn more about Bethany Lutheran, visit bethanylcms.org. “In the Beginning” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies Genesis. The first book of Moses sets the stage for God’s entire story of salvation. As we learn the beginning of the story, God prepares us to receive the fulfillment of the story: Jesus Christ, the Offspring of the woman who has crushed our enemy’s head.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

    55 min

  6. MAR 25

    Genesis 34:1-31: Sin Upon Sin Upon Sin

    As Jacob’s family begins to sojourn in Canaan again, sin rears its ugly head. A prince of the land named Shechem violates Jacob’s daughter Dinah. Jacob’s muted reaction contrasts with the desire for vengeance from Dinah’s full brothers, Simeon and Levi. They deceitfully negotiate terms of marriage by using circumcision as a ruse. When Shechem and the residents of the city are recovering, Simeon and Levi slaughter the men and plunder the city. Even as sin piles up against and in the family of Jacob, the LORD’s faithfulness continues.  Rev. Sean Kilgo, pastor at Redeemer Lutheran Church in Lawrence, KS, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Genesis 34:1-31.  To learn more about Redeemer Lutheran, visit Redeemer-Lawrence.org. “In the Beginning” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies Genesis. The first book of Moses sets the stage for God’s entire story of salvation. As we learn the beginning of the story, God prepares us to receive the fulfillment of the story: Jesus Christ, the Offspring of the woman who has crushed our enemy’s head.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

    54 min

  7. MAR 24

    Genesis 33:1-20: The Joy of Reconciliation

    Fresh off his wrestling match with God, Jacob looks up to see his brother and his four hundred men approaching. With wisdom, Jacob divides his household and goes in front of them all to meet his brother with humility. The joy of the reconciliation of these two brothers is evident from both men. Jacob confesses before Esau all the blessings that God has bestowed upon him, and Jacob freely shares these blessings with Esau. However, Jacob does not journey together with Esau, lest Jacob’s family grow tired or be tempted toward idolatry by Esau’s extended family.  Rev. Stephen Preus, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Vinton, IA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Genesis 33:1-20.  To learn more about Trinity in Vinton, visit trinitylcmsvinton.org. “In the Beginning” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies Genesis. The first book of Moses sets the stage for God’s entire story of salvation. As we learn the beginning of the story, God prepares us to receive the fulfillment of the story: Jesus Christ, the Offspring of the woman who has crushed our enemy’s head.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

    55 min

  8. MAR 23

    Genesis 32:22-32: Wrestling with God

    Prior to his reunion with Esau, Jacob spends the night alone near the Jabbok River. There, the pre-incarnate Son of God comes and engages in a wrestling match with Jacob. At the break of day, God’s wrestling maneuver puts Jacob’s hip out of joint, but Jacob holds fast to Him until He gives a blessing. God’s blessing is a new name for Jacob. The name Israel teaches Jacob and all the faithful that all who cling to God’s promises prevail, not through trickery, but according to His steadfast love.  Rev. Jared Nies, pastor at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church and School in Lapeer, MI, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Genesis 32:22-32.  To learn more about St. Paul Lutheran, visit stpaul-lapeer.org. “In the Beginning” is a series on Sharper Iron that studies Genesis. The first book of Moses sets the stage for God’s entire story of salvation. As we learn the beginning of the story, God prepares us to receive the fulfillment of the story: Jesus Christ, the Offspring of the woman who has crushed our enemy’s head.  Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God's Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Submit comments or questions to: listener@kfuo.org

    55 min
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Sharper Iron, hosted by Rev. Timothy Appel, looks at the text of Holy Scripture both in its broad context and its narrow detail, all for the sake of proclaiming Christ crucified and risen for sinners. Two pastors engage with God’s Word to sharpen not only their own faith and knowledge, but the faith and knowledge of all who listen. Sharper Iron is underwritten by Lutheran Church Extension Fund, where your investments help support the work of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod. Visit lcef.org.

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