In our new series Preaching Christ, we discuss how great preachers of the past proclaimed God’s Word in order to learn what preaching has been and can be. In this first episode in the series, we look at the style, themes, delivery, and impact of Walter A. Maier, the first speaker of the Lutheran Hour. What can we learn from him? What can he say to our day? Whether you preach regularly or listen to preaching, join us in our discussion of this great man.
To learn more about the life of WAM, be sure to listen to our previous episode:
WFS Episode 62: The Chrysostom of American Lutheranism: The Life and Impact of Walter A Maier
Audio Recordings of Walter A Maier
“Eleven Hundred Voices for our Redeemer’s Praise” (1948)
“Salvation Completed, It Is Finished!” (1937)
“Jesus Christ the Same Yesterday, Today, and Forever” (1937)
Further Reading
William F. Arndt – “Walter Arthur Maier, 1893-1950”
Lester Zeitler – An Investigation of the Factors of Persuasion in the Sermons of Dr Walter A Maier
Richard J. Shuta – “Walter A. Maier as Evangelical Preacher”
Paul Maier – A Man Spoke, A World Listened: The Story of Walter A. Maier
Hosts: Rev. Willie Grills and Rev. Zelwyn Heide
Regular Guest: Rev. Adam Koontz
Episode: 102
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What sermon by “WAM” was used at the very beginning introduction?
It’s taken from “Jesus Christ the Same Yesterday, Today, and Forever,” which we linked to in the show notes.