The Sermons of the Blessed Reformer

This podcast is the audio of Martin Luther’s sermon, read by Pastor Bryan Wolfmueller of Hope Lutheran Church, Aurora, CO.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 21 (Advent 1, House Postil)

Luther preaches on the Triumphal Entry of Jesus into Jerusalem.

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Martin Luther’s Sermon on Luke 21 (Advent 2, House Postil)

Luther preaches on the terror and comfort of the Lord’s return.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 11 (Advent 3, House Postil)

John the Baptist is in prison, and he sends his disciples to Jesus. What do we make of this?

Martin Luther’s Sermon on John 1 (Advent 4, House Postil)

Martin Luther preaches on the humility of John the Baptist.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on John 1 (Advent 4, House Postil)

In this long sermon from Luther’s Church Postil, the Reformer examines the text of John 1 and the dispute between the Pharisees and John the Baptist. We are taught want it truly means to be prepared for our Lord’s coming.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Luke 2:1-14 (Christmas Eve, House Postil)

Martin Luther preaches on the joy of Christ’s birth. He recounts the history of the nativity with full Christian confidence and conviction.

Martin Luther’s Second Sermon on Luke 2 (Second Christmas Day Sermon, House Postil)

Martin Luther continues to preach on the great joy and comfort of the Incarnation.

Martin Luther’s Third Sermon on Luke 2 (Third Christmas Day, House Postil)

Martin Luther continues to preach on the honor and blessing of Christmas.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Christmas (First Christmas Day, House Postil)

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Martin Luther’s Sermon on Christmas (Second Christmas Day, House Postil)

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Martin Luther’s Sermon on Christmas (Fourth Christmas Day, House Postil)

Christmas Day (Fourth Sermon)

Martin Luther’s First Sermon on Luke 2:33-40 (The Sunday after Christmas, House Postil)

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Martin Luther’s Second Sermon on Luke 2:33-40 (The Sunday after Christmas, House Postil)

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Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 2:1-12 (Epiphany, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther preaches about the visit of the Wise Men to the infant Jesus, and shows in their example how we are to find Christ in the Word of God.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Luke 2:41-52 (Epiphany 1, House Postil)

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Luke 2:33-40 (The Sunday after Christmas, House Postil)

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 2:1-12 (The Sunday of Epiphany, House Postil)

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Martin Luther’s Sermon on the Faith of the Wise Men (An Excerpt from the Sunday of Epiphany, House Postil)

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Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 3:13-17 (The Second Epiphany Sermon, House Postil)

Luther preaches on the manifestation of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit in the baptism of Jesus.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 20:1-16 (Septuagesima Sunday, House Postil)

Jesus tells the parable of the workers in the vineyard and gives to us the truth of the equality of all Christians. Luther preaches on this great texts and comforts us.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Luke 8:4-15 (Sexagesima Sunday, House Postil)

Martin Luther preaches on the parable of the Sower (Luke 8:14-15) and expounds on the four different types of hearers of God’s Word.

Martin Luther’s Second Sermon on Luke 8:4-15 (Sexagesima Sunday, House Postil)

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Luke 18:31-43 (Quinquagesima, House Postil)

Martin Luther preaches on Jesus third prediction of His death and heals the blind man on the way into Jericho. This two-part text has a two-part sermon, the first on faith in God’s Word, and the second on persistence in prayer.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 4:1-11 (Invocavit, House Postil)

Luther preaches about the temptation of Jesus in the wilderness, and how our Lord resisted the devil with the authority of God’s Word.

Martin Luther’s Second Sermon on Matthew 4:1-11 (Invocavit, House Postil)

Lent 1 Invocavit

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 15:21-28 (Reminiscere, Church Postil)

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Luther’s Sermon on Prayer and Matthew 15:21-28 (Reminiscere, House Postil)

Martin Luther preaches on prayer and faith from Matthew 15 and the petitions of the Syrophoenician woman.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Luke 11:14-28 (Oculi, House Postil)

Martin Luther preaches on the three types of people who see Jesus casting out the demons.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on John 6:1-15 (Laetare, Church Postil)

Dr. Martin Luther preaching on John 6 for the 4th Sunday in Lent.

Martin Luther’s Second Sermon on John 6:1-15 (Laetare, House Postil)

In this sermon, Martin Luther gives us the comfort of John 6 and the Lord’s miracle of feeding the 5,000. In this miracle, the Lord Jesus gives us the comfort that He will take care of us and give us all we need for this life and the next.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on John 8:46-59 (Judica, Church Postil)

Martin Luther’s Sermon on John 8:46-59 (Judica, House Postil)

Martin Luther preaches on the words of Jesus, “He who is of God hears God’s words” (John 8:47).

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Confession and the Lord’s Supper (Maundy Thursday, Church Postil)

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Martin Luther’s First Sermon on the Lord’s Supper, 1 Corinthians 11:23-26 (Maundy Thursday, House Postil)

This is the first of two sermons on the Lord’s Supper, in which Luther talks of the benefit of the Lord’s Supper, the forgiveness of sins. Luther also discusses the unity of doctrine and the Lord’s Supper.

Martin Luther’s Second Sermon on the Lord’s Supper (Maundy Thursday, House Postil)

What makes one worthy for the Lord’s Supper? Luther preaches on that in this sermon.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Jesus Washing the Disciples’ Feet, John 13:1-17 (Holy Thursday, House Postil)

Jesus washes His disciples’ feet, and Luther preaches about it.

Martin Luther’s Sermon Good Friday, the Beauty of Jesus on the Cross

Martin Luther’s Introduction to the Meditation on the Passion of Christ

In this sermon, Luther introduces us to the correct way to meditate on the Passion of Jesus, and derive from it the fruit of faith and comfort.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 28:1-10 (First Resurrection Sunday, House Postil)

Christ is Risen! Luther preaches the events and the benefits of the resurrection.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Mark 16:1-9 (First Resurrection Sunday, House Postil)

Martin Luther’s First Easter Sermon, Mark 16:1-9

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Mark 16:1-9 (Second Resurrection Sunday, House Postil)

Martin Luther’s Second Easter Sermon (Church Postil)

Martin Luther’s Sermon on John 20:19-38 (The Second Sunday in Easter, House Postil)

Luther preaches on the absolution and the great gift of the forgiveness of all our sins that comes to us apart from our works and efforts.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on John 10:11-16 (The Second Sunday in Easter, House Postil)

Martin Luther preaches on the benefit and example of Christ our good Shepherd.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on John 16:5-15 (Cantata, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther takes us the three-fold work of the Holy Spirit to convict the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment. Wonderful stuff!

Martin Luther’s Sermon on John 16:16-23 (Jubilate, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther preaches about our two temptations in suffering, and how to fight against this.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on John 16:23-30 (Rogate, Church Postil)

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Martin Luther’s Sermon on John 16:23-30 (Rogate, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther preaches about Jesus’ exhortation to prayer.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Mark 16:14-20 (Ascension, Church Postil)

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Martin Luther’s Sermon on Acts 1:1-11 (Ascension Day, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther talks about the history and the benefit of the ascension of Jesus.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on John 15:26-16:4 (Exaudi, House Postil)

In this sermon, Martin Luther preaches on the comforting work of the Holy Spirit and distinguishes it from the false comfort of the world. He also distinguishes between the true and false church and points to our persecution as comfort.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Acts 2:1-4 (Pentecost, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther contrasts the Pentecost of the Old Covenant with the Pentecost of the New Testament and brings us the comfort of the work of the Holy Spirit.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on John 3:1-15 (Trinity Sunday, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther teaches on the great mystery of the Christian faith, the mystery of the Holy Trinity.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Luke 16:19-31, The Rich Man and Lazarus (Trinity 1, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther preaches about the account of the rich man and Lazarus, warning and comforting.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Luke 14:16-24 (Trinity 2, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther considers the parable of the wedding feast, and how it is that the Lord Jesus invites sinners to the feast of His grace.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Luke 15:1-10 (Trinity 3, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther preaches about Christ the Good Shepherd seeking the lost sheep.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 5:20-26 (Trinity 6, House Postil)

Luther’s sermon against anger, and a righteousness that exceeds that of the Scribes and Pharisees.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on the Feeding of the 4000, Mark 8:1-9 (Trinity 7, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther delivers the comfort that the Lord Jesus will care for our soul and our body.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 7:15-23 “Beware of False Prophets” (Trinity 8, House Postil)

False prophets attack the church, the state, and the family. Luther shows how, and also unfolds the two rules that Jesus gives for keeping the false teachers at bay.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Luke 16, the Unjust Steward (Trinity 9, House Postil)

Luther preaches on the parable of the unjust steward, and against the sin of greed.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Jesus Weeping over Jerusalem (Luke 19:41-48, House Postil)

Martin Luther brings forth the preaching of Jesus and teaches us the fear of God.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on the Pharisee and the Publican (Trinity 11, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther contrasts humility with pride, and puts the parable of Jesus before us to give us humility and faith.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on the Healing of the Deaf and Mute Man (Mark 7:31-37, Trinity 12, House Postil)

Jesus heals a deaf and mute man, and Luther preaches about it. The first part of the sermon reminds us that while the devil is working to destroy everything good, the Lord Jesus is fighting back. The second part of the sermon extols the external Word.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on the Parable of the Good Samaritan, Luke 10:23-37 (Trinity 13, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther talks out The Good Samaritan, Jesus, and how we show our love for God in our love for our neighbor.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on the Ten Lepers, Luke 17:11-19 (Trinity 14, House Postil)

Luther preaches about faith and the virtues of thankfulness and suffering ingratitude.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 6:24-24, “Do Not Worry” (Trinity 15, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther preaches on the words of Jesus about worry and avarice. Jesus commands us to work and not worry, while we always worry without working.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on the Raising of the Widow of Nain’s Son, Luke 7:11-17 (Trinity 16, House Postil)

A sermon with two parts. The first teaches us not to fear death, the second teaches us to have mercy.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on the Feast with the Pharisee, Luke 14:1-11 (Trinity 17, House Postil)

In this sermon Luther preaches about humility and faith, and what we learn from Jesus about worship.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 9:1-8, the Forgiveness and Healing of the Man with Palsy (Trinity 19, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther preaches about the great joy of the Absolution, and how it is attacked by every false teaching.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 22:1-13 (Trinity 20, House Postil)

In this sermon, Martin Luther warns us against despising the Word and urges us to rejoice in hearing and believing God’s Word.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on John 4:46-54 (Trinity 21, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther preaches about the healing of the Capernaum noble’s son, and the importance of faith and the Lord’s Word of promise. This sermon is a must listen.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on the Parable of the Unforgiving Servant, Matthew 18:21-35 (Trinity 22, House Postil)

Luther unfolds this beautiful sermon of Jesus and gives us six reasons why we ought to forgive our neighbor.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Matthew 22:15-22, Give Unto Caesar What Is Caesar’s (Trinity 23, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther preaches the limits of government and our cheerful obedience to it.

Martin Luther’s Sermon on Two Miracles, Matthew 9:18-26 (Trinity 24, House Postil)

In this sermon, Luther teaches us how faith sees the world through spiritual eyes, and trusts through our sin and death that the Lord has for us life and forgiveness.