Medieval Preachers Podcast

Bonaventura - Be Merciful, As Your Father Is Merciful (1221-74)

In a world that often feels harsh and unrelenting, Christ’s words still stand: “Be merciful.”
But what does that actually mean—and how is it even possible?
Bonaventura reminds us that this command is not a burden, but a response. God Himself continually shows mercy—meeting us in our weakness, restoring us in grace, and caring for us with a tenderness deeper than we often notice.
We are not asked to manufacture mercy from ourselves, but to reflect what we have already received. And so we become, slowly, mirrors of the Father’s compassion—through forgiveness, patience, generosity, and prayer.
I hope this reflection offers you a moment of clarity and rest.
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St Francis of Assisi - A Letter to the Faithful

This sermonic exhortation from Francis of Assisi calls the listener back to the beating heart of Christian faith: receiving Christ with humility, purity, and genuine repentance. It offers a bracing but hope-filled reminder that true joy begins when we embrace Christ’s way of self-giving love, rather than merely admiring it from afar.
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Guarric - The Humility Of Christ

Guarric presents Christ as the perfect Servant—equal with the Father, yet freely humbling Himself to serve humanity in every possible way: healing, feeding, ransoming, bearing, and dying for us. In contrast, human pride refuses the service we owe to God, making Christ’s voluntary servanthood both our salvation and our rebuke. The sermon concludes by urging believers to embrace Christ’s humility, imitate His obedience, and follow His servant-path until we behold Him in the glory of God.
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Girolamo Savonarola (1452-98) "Agite poenitentiam”—Do penance!

As Lent begins, it’s time for brutal honesty. Inspired by the searing words of Girolamo Savonarola (1452-98) and Jesus’ urgent call—"Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near" (Matthew 4:17)—this message exposes the emptiness of wealth, the hypocrisy of religious pretense, and the danger of delaying repentance.
This is not a comforting sermon—it’s a wake-up call. Are you willing to face hard truths about misplaced priorities and the urgency of turning back to Christ?
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The Sermon on the Mount - Jewish New Testament version

Though not a Medieval Sermon, this was The Sermon Project's foundational production. An original version of The Sermon on the Mount that celebrates the Jewish roots of Jesus. Using the Jewish New Testament interspersed with a creative dialogue amongst his disciples allow us a unique window in to the greatest sermon ever told. Re-released with Study questions.
Study Questions Here
Disciples were voiced by: Jason Barbeck  & Rev. Canon Tim Haughton 
 

Bonaventura 1221-1274 SERMON ON LOW SUNDAY

Receive the Gift – A Timeless Invitation
What does it mean to "Receive the Holy Spirit"? In this sermon from Low Sunday, Bonaventure (1221-74) invites us to reflect on four extraordinary gifts Jesus offers:
The Cross – to discipline our desires,
His Body – to receive in purity,
The Holy Spirit – to anoint our souls,
The Denarius – to reward us eternally.
Through vivid imagery and deep wisdom, Bonaventure challenges us to embrace a life of spiritual renewal, perseverance, and grace.
Listen now and be inspired to "shut the door" to distractions and open your heart to the Holy Spirit.
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Evo of Chartres - The Advent

Embrace the Hope of Advent: A Timeless Reflection
As we step into Advent, I invite you to explore a short yet profound sermon by Ivo of Chartres (c. 1040-1116) that beautifully contrasts Christ’s first coming in humility with His second in majesty.
This timeless message calls us to prepare our hearts with reverent anticipation and to live with renewed hope.
Take a few moments to reflect on the meaning of this season.
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Berthold of Regensburg - Tricks of Trade 1220-1272

In his 13th-century sermon, Berthold of Regensburg condemns dishonesty, exploitation, and the moral decay he saw in everyday trades. His words, surprisingly relevant today, invite us to reflect on our own integrity, our frustration with corruption, and our roles as Christians in a troubled world.
As we confront modern injustices, Berthold’s passionate message offers a powerful lens through which to examine our responsibilities. I encourage you to dive into the study questions and consider how his righteous anger might inspire us to act with courage and conviction in these challenging times.
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