Podcasts about Paul Gerhardt

Claudia Bruweleit denkt über Glück nach, das sich nicht an Geld oder Ansehen festmacht, sondern an Geborgenheit und Gemeinschaft.

Drei Bücher, drei Wege, Gott zu begegnen: In dieser Folge sprechen wir über einen Klassiker, der dir hilft, deinen ganz persönlichen Zugang zu Gott zu finden und zu gestalten – frei von Druck und Vergleichen. Außerdem tauchen wir ein in die geheimnisvolle Welt der Träume und fragen: Wie spricht Gott heute zu uns? Und schließlich lernen wir Paul Gerhardt näher kennen – einen Mann, dessen Texte quer durch die Jahrhunderte Menschen mit Gott in Berührung gebracht haben. Lass dich inspirieren! Um diese Bücher geht es:Gary L. Thomas - Neun Wege, Gott zu liebenStephanie Ike Okafor - Entdecke die Kraft deiner TräumeErika Geiger - Du, meine Seele, singe - Paul Gerhardt, Prediger und Poet Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Hühner sind angesagte Haustiere, und von ihnen lässt sich auch etwas über Jesus lernen. Die Morgenandacht von Margrit Wegner.

„Geh aus, mein Herz“, „Ich steh an deiner Krippen hier“ oder „Nun ruhen alle Wälder“: Die Lieder Paul Gerhardts gehören zu den großen Schätzen der europäischen Kultur. Lange, bevor jemand das Wort „Resilienz“ überhaupt kannte, schwärmt der glaubensstarke Dichter von der Kraft des Lebens. Seine Lieder handeln von Zuversicht und Vertrauen - obwohl er den Dreißigjährigen Krieg mit persönlichen Verlusten erlebt. Zum 350. Todestag von Paul Gerhardt erinnert Fabian Vogt an den Theologen, dessen Lieder bis heute gesungen werden.

Main, Andreas www.deutschlandfunk.de, Tag für Tag

Gespräch mit der Historikerin Hedwig Richter über den protestantischen Kirchenlieddichter Paul Gerhardt, der vor 350 Jahren starb

gesprochen von Dr. Kathrin Mette

Paul Gerhardts Texte sind geprägt vom Dreißigjährigen Krieg, einer Zeit des Konflikts zwischen Katholiken und Protestanten. Trotzdem werden die Lieder des Pfarrers heute über die Konfessionsgrenzen hinweg gesungen. Vor 350 Jahren starb er. Röther, Christian www.deutschlandfunk.de, Kalenderblatt

Mit Dr. Ute Zintarra auf den Spuren des großen Kirchenliederdichters. (Autor: Hanna Willhelm)

Trost finden, weil wir bei Gott ein ewiges Zuhause haben. Zum 350. Todestag von Paul Gerhardt (Autor: Saskia Klingelhöfer)

Erika Geiger zeichnet den Lebensweg des berühmten Kirchenliederdichters nach. (Autor: Saskia Klingelhöfer)

Mit Dr. Ute Zintarra auf den Spuren des großen Kirchenliederdichters. (Autor: Hanna Willhelm)

Erika Geiger zeichnet den Lebensweg des berühmten Kirchenliederdichters nach. (Autor: Saskia Klingelhöfer)

Trost finden, weil wir bei Gott ein ewiges Zuhause haben. Zum 350. Todestag von Paul Gerhardt (Autor: Saskia Klingelhöfer)

Die Lieder Paul Gerhardts gehören mit zum Besten, was die europäische Kultur hervorgebracht hat. Schon lange, bevor jemand das Wort "Resilienz" kannte, schwärmte der glaubensstarke Dichter von der unbändigen Kraft des Lebens. Durch ihre emotionale Tiefe, ihre bildhafte Sprache, ihre Menschlichkeit und ihre legendären Vertonungen ermutigen die Hits von Paul Gerhardt auch 350 Jahre nach seinem Tod.

Trost und Hoffnung – Auf den Spuren von Paul Gerhardt Der evangelisch-lutherische Theologe Paul Gerhardt dichtete Kirchenliedtexte voller Zuversicht und Hoffnung. - zum 350. Todestag

Mit seinen Liedtexten hat Paul Gerhardt vielen Menschen Trost gespendet und tut es bis heute – 350 Jahre nach seinem Tod. Als Hauslehrer und Geistlicher tätig, war sein Leben geprägt von privaten und gesellschaftlichen Schicksalsschlägen. Trotz allem dichtete er, der in Berlin, Mittenwalde und Lübben lebte, Texte voller Zuversicht und Hoffnung, die bis heute weltweit gesungen werden.

In Paul Gerhardts 152 Liedern und Hymnen stehen zeitlos frische Bilder neben sentimentalen Ohrwürmern. Aber nicht nur Dietrich Bonhoeffer in seiner Todeszelle entdeckte in diesen Texten eine rebellische Energie und ein stürmisches Gottvertrauen. Geschrieben wurden sie vor dem Hintergrund des verheerenden Dreißigjährigen Krieges und einer tragischen Familiengeschichte. Was hat uns Paul Gerhardt heute noch zu sagen?

May 27th, 2026, marks the 350th anniversary of the death of Paul Gerhardt — one of the most beloved hymn writers in the history of the Lutheran Church. In this episode, host Elizabeth Pittman is joined by Peter Reske from the CPH music team for a deep dive into Gerhardt's life, his enduring hymns, and the faith that sustained him through one of history's most devastating eras. Grab your hymnal and join us.Episode Timestamps1:51 — Why talk about Paul Gerhardt? Previous episodes & the 350th anniversary5:21 — Overview of Gerhardt's 17 hymns in Lutheran Service Book (grab your hymnal!)10:44 — Paul Gerhardt's biography: Early life, the Thirty Years' War & Wittenberg14:42 — "A Lamb Goes Uncomplaining Forth" (LSB 438) — hymn as drama25:28 — "Entrust Your Days and Burdens" (LSB 754) — comfort, acrostic structure & Psalm 37:537:04 — Mittenwalde, the altarpiece & the origin of "O Sacred Head Now Wounded"44:53 — "Rejoice My Heart, Be Glad and Sing" & closing reflections46:43 — New CPH release: Gerhardt Hymns for SAB Choir by Kevin Hildebrand Preview the new collection of hymns at cph.org/paul-gerhardt-hymns-for-sab-choir.About the GuestPeter C. Reske is senior editor of music/worship at Concordia Publishing House, where he has served since 2004. He holds degrees in English literature from Marquette University and in musicology from The Pennsylvania State University. In addition to his ongoing role overseeing music publications for CPH, he was the editor of Lutheran Service Book (2006) and its attendant resources, editor of The Hymns of Martin Luther (2016), and editorial advisor for One and All Rejoice (2020). With Joseph Herl and Jon D. Vieker, he was co-editor of Lutheran Service Book: Companion to the Hymns (2019). Concordia Publishing House – Bringing you God's enduring Word in a changing world.

Mal wieder langes Wochenende, mal wieder ist die Kirche schuld! Pfingsten verbinden wir mühelos (naja) mit aktuellen Diskussionen über den/die Antichrist*in, bewundern Martins neue Haare (!), und es gibt noch einen Schwung peinliche Geschichten von uns beiden. Außerdem sprechen wir über Paul Gerhardt, den Katholikentag und die Dreieinigkeit. Das Übliche halt.Shownotes: indeon.de/pfarrerundnerd

Die Liedtexte von Paul Gerhardt spenden seit Jahrhunderten Trost. Welche Rolle spielt er heute in der geistlichen Musik? Und wie erinnert man in Berlin, Mittenwalde und Lübben an den Theologen und Kirchenlieddichter? Von Josefine Jahn.

Vor 350 Jahren starb Paul Gerhardt. Trotz Krieg und schweren Verlusten schuf er hoffnungsvolle Lieder, die bis heute weltweit Trost spenden. Jetzt wird neu gefragt, was ihre Kraft ausmacht.

Zum 350. Todestag zeigt das Feature, wie Paul Gerhardts Lieder aus Kriegsleid und Glaubenskraft entstanden und bis heute mit poetischen Bildern Trost, Hoffnung und Lebensmut schenken.

Ohne Paul Gerhardt wäre Kirchenmusik in Deutschland kaum denkbar. Der Lieddichter schrieb erhebende und tröstliche Texte, sein Leben aber war geprägt vom Dreißigjährigen Krieg und zahlreichen Schicksalsschlägen. Er starb vor 350 Jahren. Von Fabian Vogt.

Paul Gerhardt ist einer der populärsten Barocklyriker. Bis heute rühren die Texte des evangelischen Theologen gläubige und suchende Menschen an. Sein Markenzeichen: eine eindringliche, persönliche Sprache. Vor 350 Jahren ist Gerhardt gestorben. Schäfers, Burkhard www.deutschlandfunk.de, Aus Religion und Gesellschaft

Die Lage der Welt gibt Anlass zur Sorge. Woher kommt da Zuversicht? Autor Stephan Krebs sucht Antworten bei Paul Gerhardt. Trotz Krieg und Krisen hat der über 100 Lieder der Zuversicht geschrieben. Woher hat er diese Kraft genommen?

Sollt ich meinem Gott nicht singen? Mit dieser Frage beginnt ein Lied des Dichters Paul Gerhardt. Und es klingt so, als stünde die Antwort von vornherein fest. Natürlich sollen wir singen!

Die Empfehlung von Paul Gerhardt an alle, die Halt und Trost suchen, lautet: „Gib dich zufrieden und sei stille“

Dieses Lied lädt zum Tanzen ein: „Auf, auf mein Herz, mit Freuden“ Paul Gerhardt, der bedeutende protestantische Liederdichter, hat es geschrieben.

Einer der Choräle von Paul Gerhardt beginnt mit einer vollmundigen Aussage: „Ist Gott für mich, so trete gleich alles wider mich; so oft ich sing und bete, weicht alles hinter sich“

Die Mitarbeitenden entlang der Heidekrautbahn wünschen Ihnen Frohe Ostern! Und weil wir momentan in unserer Podcast-Reihe über Paul Gerhardt sprechen, besprechen wir gemeinsam dieses schöne Osterlied. 5 verschiedene Strophen von 5 verschiedenen Personen. Im Gesangbuch steht es unter der Nummer 112 und hier können sie den gesamten Text nachlesen/hören. Danke an AudioLabsErlangen für das unter der Creative Commons Lizenz zur Verfügung gestellte Lied.

E.Kruse: Paul Gerhardt

Welcome back to the Hearts & Hands podcast. New host (and pilot episode guest) Kent Reeder talks with former host (and renewed pilot episode guest) Drew Sonnenberg. The episode features Caleb Schmiege's recording of his and Melanie Bourman's arrangement of the hymn Now Rest Beneath Night's Shadow by Paul Gerhardt, and is built around this quote from Andrew Peterson's book, Adorning the Dark: Those of us who write, who sing, who paint, must remember that to a child a song may glow like a nightlight in a scary bedroom. It may be the only thing holding back the monsters. That story may be the only beautiful, true thing that makes it through all the ugliness of a little girl's world to rest in her secret heart. May we take that seriously. It is our job, it is our ministry, it is the sword we swing in the Kingdom, to remind children that the good guys win, that the stories are true, and that a fool's hope may be the best kind.Support the show

„Tage seelischer Erhebung“, so werden die Sonntage genannt. Da soll man ruhen und sich seelisch erheben! Das ist mehr, als die Seele baumeln zu lassen.

Paul Gerhardt wrote this hymn as an acrostic poem using the words of Psalm 37:5. He encourages Christians to entrust all their burdens to the true God. Because He created and sustains all things, we can rely on Him to guide us and call out to Him in prayer, trusting His love. Through trials, we continue to trust in Him, awaiting His time with patience. We know that He will keep His promise, as He has done in the cross of Jesus. As we confidently look forward to the eternal home we have with Jesus, He strengthens us to life faithfully.  The Hon. Rev. Scot Kerns, pastor at Faith Lutheran Church in Easton, PA, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study LSB 754, “Entrust Your Days and Burdens.”  To learn more about Faith Lutheran, visit faithlcms.com. “Songs and Thankfulness and Praise” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that studies a variety of hymns of thanksgiving from Lutheran Service Book. Thanksgiving is a way of life for Christians as we realize that all gifts come from God's fatherly love for us. In times of joy and sorrow, we return our thanks to Him for His never-ending goodness and mercy.   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

In this text from Paul Gerhardt, each Christian encourages himself to rejoice and maintain a cheerful trust in God for all things. He is our portion and treasure so that despair need not overwhelm us. As He has cared for us our whole lives long, so He will continue to care for us. His discipline comes from His love for us, the same love that has forgiven our sins in Christ. Therefore, we trust His guiding love to lead us home to Him.  Rev. Charles St-Onge, missionary pastor at Ascension Lutheran Church in Montreal, Quebec, Canada, through the Office of National Mission for The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study LSB 737, “Rejoice, My Heart, Be Glad and Sing.”  “Songs and Thankfulness and Praise” is a mini-series on Sharper Iron that studies a variety of hymns of thanksgiving from Lutheran Service Book. Thanksgiving is a way of life for Christians as we realize that all gifts come from God's fatherly love for us. In times of joy and sorrow, we return our thanks to Him for His never-ending goodness and mercy.   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

Um 1650 schuf Paul Gerhardt das bekannte Lied »Befiehl du deine Wege«. Wie so oft in Kirchenliedern jener Zeit wird über viele Strophen ein Gedanke länger ausgeführt. Dabei verwendete Paul Gerhardt einen Kunstgriff: Die Anfangswörter der zwölf Strophen bilden den Bibelvers aus Psalm 37,5 nach der Lutherübersetzung: »Befiehl dem Herren dein' Weg und hoff auf ihn, er wird's wohl machen.«In diesem Lied geht es also vor allem um das Vertrauen zu Gott: »Befiehl du deine Wege / und was dein Herze kränkt / der allertreusten Pflege / des, der den Himmel lenkt. / Der Wolken, Luft und Winden / gibt Wege, Lauf und Bahn, / der wird auch Wege finden, / da dein Fuß gehen kann.« In den folgenden Versen wird dieser Gedanke weiter illustriert: »Weg hast du allerwegen, / an Mitteln fehlt dir's nicht; ... dein Werk kann niemand hindern, / dein Arbeit darf nicht ruhn, / wenn du, was deinen Kindern / ersprießlich ist, willst tun. / Hoff, o du arme Seele, / hoff und sei unverzagt!«Bleiben wir bei diesen Versen stehen. Sie machen deutlich: Der Mensch, der sein Leben Gott bewusst und gewollt anvertraut, der untersteht der treuen Fürsorge des Schöpfers des Universums. Für Gott gibt es keine ausweglosen Situationen, keine endlichen, sondern unendliche Mittel und Wege. Und diese müssen für seine Kinder zu einem guten Ende führen.Besonders deutlich wird dies in der wirklich ausweglosesten Lage, in der wir Menschen aufgrund unserer Lebensschuld und Sünde sind. Hier fehlt es uns an jeder Möglichkeit, aus eigener Kraft und mit eigenen Mitteln mit Gott ins Reine zu kommen.Aber auch hier nimmt er sich jedes Menschen an, der will: In Jesus Christus hat er sich unserer Lebensschuld angenommen und beseitigt sie, wenn wir ihn ehrlich darum bitten!Markus MajonicaDiese und viele weitere Andachten online lesenWeitere Informationen zu »Leben ist mehr« erhalten Sie unter www.lebenistmehr.deAudioaufnahmen: Radio Segenswelle

This weekend we are studying a hymn by Lutheran Pastor, Paul Gerhardt. Gerhardt lived about 100 years after Luther and in a very difficult time, politically and religiously. The Thirty Years War rages. Religious turmoil created havoc. He was familiar with persecution and tragedy. Three children died in infancy as well as a son and his wife in later years. He was forced to conform to false teaching or leave his call as pastor. His church and home were destroyed by war. But in all of this, Gerhardt remained confident of the Lord's power and Christ's victory over sin, death and every enemy he might face. This hymn was based on the Apostle Paul's words to the Romans: "What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare His own Son, but delivered Him up for us all, how shall He not with Him also freely give us all things? Who shall bring a charge against God's elect? It is God who justifies. Who is he who condemns? It is Christ who died, and furthermore is also risen, who is even at the right hand of God, who also makes intercession for us. Who shall separate us from the love of Christ? Shall tribulation, or distress, or persecution, or famine, or nakedness, or peril, or sword? As it is written: “For Your sake we are killed all day long; We are accounted as sheep for the slaughter.” Yet in all these things we are more than conquerors through Him who loved us. For I am persuaded that neither death nor life, nor angels nor principalities nor powers, nor things present nor things to come, nor height nor depth, nor any other created thing, shall be able to separate us from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus our Lord." (Romans 8:31-39)  The hymn highlights the truth that God's love for us is sure because it is seen in the sacrifice of Jesus on the cross. God is also more powerful than anything we will face in this life. And if God loves us so much that He gave His Son into death for us, what won't He do for us, that is for our ultimate good? When you face challenges and loss in this life, look to Jesus and His cross. See the love of Jesus which is greater than any enemy we might face. Be assured of God's love and His power over death, sin, and Satan as well! Join us this weekend as gather to express our joy for that Love of God which surpasses all our understanding! May the LORD bless your joyful proclamation of God's love for you in Jesus this weekend!

How did the first Protestant hymns start? Who were the most important hymn writers? And how could they write so much about gladness while living through the pain and horrors of the Thirty-Years War? Trinity, Sean, and Grace sit down with Dr. Paul Grime, Dean of Spiritual Formation and Dean of the Chapel at Concordia Theological Seminary in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to discover the answers to these questions and more.

On October 26, the church commemorates THREE notable Lutheran hymnwriters: Philipp Nicolai, Johann Heermann, and Paul Gerhardt.   Hold onto your hymnals, friends: this Hymn Sing with Sarah episode is a harmonious hymn fest in triplicate. Hymns featured in this episode include:   “Wake, Awake, for Night is Flying”  “O Morningstar, How Fair and Bright”  “O Christ, Our True and Only Light”  “O Sacred Head, Now Wounded”  “I Will Sing My Maker's Praises” (PDF from CTSFW: ctsfw.edu/wp-content/uploads/2016/02/LSB-977-I-Will-Sing.pdf) To learn more about these and other beloved hymnwriters, check out Hymnary.org or the monumental Lutheran Service Book: Companion to the Hymns from CPH. For readers seeking a more compact treatment, CPH also offers Eternal Anthems: The Story behind Your Favorite Hymns in two volumes.   Connect with the Lutheran Ladies on social media in The Lutheran Ladies' Lounge Facebook discussion group (facebook.com/groups/LutheranLadiesLounge) and on Instagram @lutheranladieslounge. Follow Sarah (@hymnnerd), Rachel (@rachbomberger), and Erin (@erinaltered) on Instagram! Sign up for the Lutheran Ladies' Lounge monthly e-newsletter here, and email the Ladies at lutheranladies@kfuo.org.

Wir hören, wie der Psalmist seine Mitmenschen auffordert, die Wunder Gottes zu bestaunen und ihn zu loben, selbst in den schwierigsten Zeiten. Hannah erzählt uns von Paul Gerhardt, einem Liederdichter aus dem 17. Jahrhundert, der trotz Krieg, Krankheit und Leid ein hoffnungsvolles Gedicht über Jesu Passion verfasste. Dieses Gedicht hat Hannah so berührt, dass daraus […]

Paul Gerhardt, dieser bedeutendste protestantische Kirchenlieddichter, verband Theologie, Frömmigkeit und Dichtkunst. Mit seinen Gedichten spendete er Trost in der tristen Zeit. Entnommen aus: Anselm Grün "Die Schönheit unserer Welt entdecken. Lob der Schöpfung, Lied der Erde", Herder Verlag, Freiburg 2023

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Order of Service: - Prelude - Luther's Morning Prayer (p. 36): In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. I thank You, my heavenly Father, through Jesus Christ, Your dear Son, that You have kept me this night from all harm and danger; and I pray You to protect me this day also from sin and every evil, that all my doings and life may please You. For into Your hands I commend myself, my body and soul, and all things. Let Your holy angel be with me, that the wicked foe may have no power over me. Amen. - Hymn 57 - Evening and Morning, Sunset and Dawning: vv. 1, 2, 4 - Commentary: Paul Gerhardt will preach to us this morning through his hymns. Paul Gerhardt is the greatest German hymnwriter after Martin Luther. He lived through the difficult times of the Thirty Years War. Death took his wife and his children. Yet he writes hymns of dearest comfort and consolation, such as: Why Should Cross and Trial Grieve me? Gerhardt's hymns are very personal and devotional, while at the same time also teaching the doctrines of the Christian faith. He thanks God for creation, for salvation, and for the consolation of the Holy Spirit. He prays for himself, the whole church, and the whole world. - Hymn 52 - All Ye Who On This Earth Do Dwell: vv. 1 - 4 - Commentary: Gerhardt's hymns take us through the whole life of Jesus our Savior. The next three hymns commemorate that Jesus was born, died, and rose again for our salvation. As we sing these three hymns, contemplate that Jesus was born for you, died for you, and rose again for you. - Hymn 128 - Come, Your Hearts and Voices Raising: vv. 1, 3, 5, 7 - Hymn 304 - Upon the Cross Extended: vv. 1, 4, 12 - Hymn 341 - Awake, My Heart, With Gladness: vv. 1, 6 - Commentary: The work of the Holy Spirit is to bring us to spiritual life again because we are born dead in trespasses and sins. The Holy Spirit is given to us in baptism and lives within us throughout our life. He intercedes for us with our inexpressible groanings, when we don't know how to put our prayers into words. We are forgiven for our sins. We are beloved by God through faith in Christ. We are children of God and our eternal home is in heaven. - Hymn 400 - O Enter, Lord, Thy Temple - Commentary: When we pray in Jesus' name, that is, with faith in Christ, God hears our prayers and answers them. He promises to guard and protect us, to keep us steadfast, and to bring us to heaven. We pray for ourselves, our family, and we join all Christians around the world in thanking God who is our Maker, Redeemer, and Comforter. - Hymn 569 - Now Rest Beneath Night's Shadow: vv. 1, 4, 6 - The Benediction (p. 87) Service Participants: Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Preacher), Kaleb Schmidt (Organist)

Order of Service: - Prelude - Luther's Morning Prayer (p. 36): In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. I thank You, my heavenly Father, through Jesus Christ, Your dear Son, that You have kept me this night from all harm and danger; and I pray You to protect me this day also from sin and every evil, that all my doings and life may please You. For into Your hands I commend myself, my body and soul, and all things. Let Your holy angel be with me, that the wicked foe may have no power over me. Amen. - Hymn 57 - Evening and Morning, Sunset and Dawning: vv. 1, 2, 4 - Commentary: Paul Gerhardt will preach to us this morning through his hymns. Paul Gerhardt is the greatest German hymnwriter after Martin Luther. He lived through the difficult times of the Thirty Years War. Death took his wife and his children. Yet he writes hymns of dearest comfort and consolation, such as: Why Should Cross and Trial Grieve me? Gerhardt's hymns are very personal and devotional, while at the same time also teaching the doctrines of the Christian faith. He thanks God for creation, for salvation, and for the consolation of the Holy Spirit. He prays for himself, the whole church, and the whole world. - Hymn 52 - All Ye Who On This Earth Do Dwell: vv. 1 - 4 - Commentary: Gerhardt's hymns take us through the whole life of Jesus our Savior. The next three hymns commemorate that Jesus was born, died, and rose again for our salvation. As we sing these three hymns, contemplate that Jesus was born for you, died for you, and rose again for you. - Hymn 128 - Come, Your Hearts and Voices Raising: vv. 1, 3, 5, 7 - Hymn 304 - Upon the Cross Extended: vv. 1, 4, 12 - Hymn 341 - Awake, My Heart, With Gladness: vv. 1, 6 - Commentary: The work of the Holy Spirit is to bring us to spiritual life again because we are born dead in trespasses and sins. The Holy Spirit is given to us in baptism and lives within us throughout our life. He intercedes for us with our inexpressible groanings, when we don't know how to put our prayers into words. We are forgiven for our sins. We are beloved by God through faith in Christ. We are children of God and our eternal home is in heaven. - Hymn 400 - O Enter, Lord, Thy Temple - Commentary: When we pray in Jesus' name, that is, with faith in Christ, God hears our prayers and answers them. He promises to guard and protect us, to keep us steadfast, and to bring us to heaven. We pray for ourselves, our family, and we join all Christians around the world in thanking God who is our Maker, Redeemer, and Comforter. - Hymn 569 - Now Rest Beneath Night's Shadow: vv. 1, 4, 6 - The Benediction (p. 87) Service Participants: Rev. Prof. Mark DeGarmeaux (Preacher), Kaleb Schmidt (Organist)

Paul Gerhardt's Easter hymn fits perfectly as the first words sung by Christians gathered for an Easter sunrise service. The reality of the empty tomb on Easter banishes sadness and fills us with gladness. Though the foe thought he had won the victory when Jesus lay dead and buried, in fact, the Savior has routed his enemy. Jesus' complete victory over all enemies—sin, death, and devil—is comfort and joy for all those who trust in Him. Jesus is the Mighty Warrior who has given His victory to us. Even in death, we know that we have eternal life in the Crucified and Risen One who will raise us on the Last Day. Find this hymn at hymnary.org/hymn/LSB2006/467. Rev. Peter Ill, pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church in Millstadt, IL, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Lutheran Service Book #467, “Awake, My Heart, with Gladness.” 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. Lutheran Service Book 467 1 Awake, my heart, with gladness, See what today is done; Now, after gloom and sadness, Comes forth the glorious sun. My Savior there was laid Where our bed must be made When to the realms of light Our spirit wings its flight. 2 The foe in triumph shouted When Christ lay in the tomb; But lo, he now is routed, His boast is turned to gloom. For Christ again is free; In glorious victory He who is strong to save Has triumphed o'er the grave. 3 This is a sight that gladdens-- What peace it doth impart! Now nothing ever saddens The joy within my heart. No gloom shall ever shake, No foe shall ever take The hope which God's own Son In love for me hath won. 4 Now hell, its prince, the devil, Of all their pow'r are shorn; Now I am safe from evil, And sin I laugh to scorn. Grim death with all his might Cannot my soul affright; It is a pow'rless form, Howe'er it rave and storm. 5 The world against me rages, Its fury I disdain; Though bitter war it wages, Its work is all in vain. My heart from care is free, No trouble troubles me. Misfortune now is play, And night is bright as day. 6 Now I will cling forever To Christ, my Savior true; My Lord will leave me never, Whate'er He passes through. He rends death's iron chain; He breaks through sin and pain; He shatters hell's dark thrall; I follow Him through all. 7 He brings me to the portal That leads to bliss untold, Whereon this rhyme immortal Is found in script of gold: "Who there My cross has shared Finds here a crown prepared; Who there with Me has died Shall here be glorified." Text Information First Line: Awake, my heart, with gladness Title: Awake, My Heart, with Gladness Author: Paul Gerhardt, 1607-76 Translator: John Kelly, 1833-90 (alt. ) Meter: 76 76 66 66 Language: English Publication Date: 2006 Scripture: Colossians 2:15; Romans 8:35-39; Genesis 3:15; Romans 6:4 Tune Information Name: AUF, AUF, MEIN HERZ Composer: Johann Crüger, 1598-1662 Meter: 76 76 66 66 Key: D Major Source: Lutheran Service Book, 2006 (Setting) Copyright: Setting © 2006, Concordia Publishing House Find this hymn at hymnary.org/hymn/LSB2006/467.

Just as the three wise men brought their gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh to the young Christ, so also this trio brings their soprano voice, viola da gamba, and theorbo (a lute variant) as musical gifts.... and we, the listeners, are the ones who are lucky enough to receive these gifts.  Here we discover the plain serenity of this original hymn tune by Bach, set to simple accompaniment, and paired with a tender Christmas text by the venerated hymnist Paul Gerhardt. Performance of "Ich steh an deiner Krippen hier" (BWV 469) by Viola Blache, Mieneke van der Velden, and Mike Fentross for the Netherlands Bach Society Speaking of gifts -- we must, as always, thank the Netherlands Bach Society and the evergreen gift they provide for the world, the All of Bach project.  They are working to complete a full set of high-quality recordings of Bach's complete oeuvre, along with video for each piece.  This is a staggering amount of music.  These are the recordings we have used on this podcast since its inception.  Thanks again to the Netherlands Bach Society for granting permission to use these excellent recordings.

Paul Gerhardt's marvelous hymn text is fitting both for Lent and Holy Week. We sing of Jesus as the Lamb of God who goes willingly into sacrifice to bear our sin and be our Savior. He gives His spotless life in place of our sinful lives gladly, treating us as His friends. Jesus does this as the true Son of God at the command of His Father, who desires our salvation. This great love that God has for us is His strength to save us, so that now we stand before His throne in the righteousness of Christ. Rev. David Appold, pastor at St. Paul's Lutheran Church in Paducah, KY, joins host Rev. Timothy Appel to study Lutheran Service Book #438, “A Lamb Goes Uncomplaining Forth.” 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.

Today, on the Christian History Almanac, we remember the great hymn writer Paul Gerhardt. Show Notes: Support 1517 1517 Podcasts The 1517 Podcast Network on Apple Podcasts 1517 on Youtube What's New from 1517: Remembering Rod Rosenbladt New 1517 Academy Course: The Early Church: Christ, Controversies and Characters with Bruce Hillman Preorder: Encouragement for Motherhood Edited by Katie Koplin Preorder: Be Thou My Song by Kerri Tom Here We Still Stand 2023 Videos are Available on YouTube Last Chance: NWA Conference May 3rd-4th More from the hosts: Dan van Voorhis SHOW TRANSCRIPTS are available: https://www.1517.org/podcasts/the-christian-history-almanac CONTACT: CHA@1517.org SUBSCRIBE: Apple Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Overcast Google Play FOLLOW US: Facebook Twitter Audio production by Christopher Gillespie (gillespie.media).

The Rev. John Shank, pastor of Trinity Lutheran Church in Edwardsville, IL, joins the Rev. Dr. Phil Booe to study the hymn “O Jesus Christ, Thy Manger Is.” With its deep theologically rich lyrics, “O Jesus Christ, Thy Manger Is” is a beautiful example of Lutheran hymnody. Written by Paul Gerhardt in the 1600s, the struggles of his life and his deep abiding faith in Christ come out clearly in this hymn. Join us as we discuss the beautiful imagery of this hymn and how it proclaims the good news that Christ's birth, life, death, and resurrection were all out of his great love for you. Celebrate the birth of our Savior with Thy Strong Word's Countdown to Christmas, a special series where we explore 10 of the most beloved Christmas hymns found in the Lutheran Service Book. Learn the history and meaning of these beautiful carols and how they reflect the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. Each weekday we dive into every stanza of these classic hymns and discover the rich theology and joy it expresses. Don't miss this opportunity to prepare your hearts to receive Christ anew and rejoice with Thy Strong Word: Countdown to Christmas. Thy Strong Word, hosted by Rev. Dr. Phil Booe, pastor of St. John Lutheran Church of Luverne, MN, reveals the light of our salvation in Christ through study of God's Word, breaking our darkness with His redeeming light. Each weekday, two pastors fix our eyes on Jesus by considering Holy Scripture, verse by verse, in order to be strengthened in the Word and be equipped to faithfully serve in our daily vocations. Thy Strong Word is graciously underwritten by the Lutheran Heritage Foundation. Through the mission gifts of people like you, LHF translates, publishes, distributes and introduces books that are Bible-based, Christ-centered and Reformation-driven. Learn more at lhfmissions.org. Lutheran Service Book 372 Text Information First Line: O Jesus Christ, Thy manger is Title: O Jesus Christ, Thy Manger Is Author: Paul Gerhardt, 1607-76 Meter: 4 4 11 D Language: English Publication Date: 2006 Scripture: Luke 2:4-16; John 1:14; Matthew 20:28; John 17:23 Source: The Lutheran Hymnal, 1941 (Tr.) Copyright: Tr. © 1941 Concordia Publishing House Tune Information Name: IN PARADISIUM Composer: Kenneth T. Kosche, b. 1947 Meter: 4 4 11 D Incipit: 33212 34323 56714 Key: D Major Copyright: © 1996, Kenneth T. Kosche