Gottfried Zurbrügg is not a theologian, but he is a preacher in the Baden State Church with heart and soul. In addition to serving as a substitute pastor, he enjoys leading services in nursing homes and often takes on assignments for funerals. During this time, he got to know many people in the Black Forest, each with very different life circumstances, as many congregation members live on remote farms. These encounters have significantly influenced his sermons. Against the backdrop of contemporary life, the biblical texts come alive. This is what listeners – and perhaps also readers – appreciate about his down-to-earth sermons.