In the Lectionary
Sunday, October 16: Matthew 22:15-22
According to Isaiah, God has a tattoo!
Sunday, October 9, 2011: Philippians 4:1-9; Matthew 22:1-14
We might Bible-study our way through most of this difficult parable, but what do we do with the guest who is pulled in off the streets and then kicked out?
Sunday, September 4, 2011: Ezekiel 33:7-11; Matthew 18:15-20
If the watchman doesn't "sound the trumpet" and dissuade the wicked from their ways, the Lord promises to hold the watchman accountable.
Sunday, August 21, 2011: Exodus 1:8-2:10; Romans 12:1-8; Matthew 16:13-20
My friend believes that death is not the final story. Is she right?
Sunday, August 14, 2011: Genesis 45:1-15; Romans 11:1-2a, 29-32; Matthew 15:10-20, 21-28
As God's people, we are the remnants and promise of new life.
Sunday, July 31, 2011: Genesis 32:22-31
Even a painful cheap shot cannot shake Jacob's resolve.
Sunday, July 10, 2011: Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23
Of all the Gospel writers, Matthew has his eye most fixed upon the leadership of the church.
Sunday, July 3, 2011: Zechariah 9:9-12; Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30
"Rejoice greatly, O daughter Zion!" says the bold, insensitive prophet.
Sunday, June 26, 2011: Genesis 22:1-14
Obedience to God must be rooted in ethics.