Readings Psalm 13 • Genesis 22:1-14 • Jeremiah 28:5-9 • Romans 6:12-23 • Matthew 10:40-42 Context Psalm 13 Psalm 13 is most likely words from King David to ‘the Song Leader’. Some think this ‘Song Leader’ is a direct reference to God, most, however, think he is directing his actual ‘Song Leader’ to write, or sing, a song with these words. These wordsContinue reading “06.22.20 – 06.28.20”
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06.15.20 – 06.21.20
Readings Genesis 21:8-21 • Jeremiah 20:7-13 • Psalm 69:7-18 • Romans 6:1b-11 • Matthew 10:24-39 Context Matthew 10:24-39 First, let me proclaim that this is an odd and frustrating passage. At first read (probably at second, third, and fourth read) this can seem like a very disjointed, and completely unconnected series of comments and statements. Context is essential in reading, and comprehending, thisContinue reading “06.15.20 – 06.21.20”
06.08.20 – 06.14.20
Readings Psalm 100 • Exodus 19:2-8 • Matthew 9:35-10:25 • Romans 5:1-8 Context Psalm 100 Psalm 100 is a familiar text regardless of the type of Christian faith tradition you may come from. All practices of the Christian faith, as seen throughout different denominations, various worship practices, and even in churches that carry labels (self assigned or givenContinue reading “06.08.20 – 06.14.20”
06.01.20 – 06.07.20
Readings Psalm 8 • Micah 6:6-16 • John 8:1-11 • Acts 4:32-5:16 Context Psalm 8 In the early 1980s a young musician/writer named Michael Smith wrote the song ‘How Majestic Is Your Name’ which was recorded, and made famous, by singer Sandi Patty. This very simple song, which has become a classic that is still used in contemporary and traditional worshipContinue reading “06.01.20 – 06.07.20”
05.25.20 – 05.31.20
Notation for This Sunday Following the resurrection of Jesus, he spent forty days exclusively with his followers who would then be the ones to lead the new followers to the ‘Be the Church.’ Then after those forty days Jesus ascended to Heaven but not before he told his followers to return to Jerusalem and waitContinue reading “05.25.20 – 05.31.20”
05.18.20 – 05.24.20
Readings Psalm 68:1-35 • John 17:1-11 • Acts 1:6-14 • 1 Peter 4:12-5:11 Context Psalm 68:1-35 Psalm 68 ‘belongs to the lowly, who in the midst of the powers of this world remember and hope for the victory of God.’ J. Clinton McCann, Evangelical Professor of Biblical Interpretation Eden Seminary Psalm 68 is thought to be the oldest Psalm. It isContinue reading “05.18.20 – 05.24.20”
05.11.20 – 05.17.20
Readings John 14:15-21 • Psalm 66:8-20 • Acts 17:22-31 • 1 Peter 3:13-22 Context John 14:15-21 Our gospel passage for this week takes up where we left off last week in the final discourse to his disciples prior to his arrest and crucifixion. Remember that Jesus and the disciples have just celebrated the passover meal together, he has instructedContinue reading “05.11.20 – 05.17.20”
05.04.20 – 05.10.20
Readings Psalm 31:1-16 • John 14:1-14 • Acts 7:55-60 • 1 Peter 2:1-10 Context Psalm 31:1-16 Our Psalm passage has a direct connection with our Acts reading, it is the passage that Stephen quotes as he is being put to death (vs. 5). Also, take a moment to consider the imagery of verse 15 with the use of the word ‘Hand.’ Continue reading “05.04.20 – 05.10.20”
04.27.20 – 05.03.20
Readings Psalm 23 • John 10:1-10 • Acts 2:42-47 • 1 Peter 2:19-25 Context This coming Sunday, is commonly referred to as ‘Christ the Good Shepherd’ Sunday. It is part of the Easter narrative detailing the events following the resurrection up through the accession. The passages this week point us to an understanding of Jesus as our shepherd. Psalm 23Continue reading “04.27.20 – 05.03.20”
04.20.20 – 04.26.20
Readings Acts 2:14-41 • Psalm 116:1-19 • 1 Peter 1:17-23 • Luke 24:13-35 Context Psalm 116:1-19 The Psalmist is reflecting on his/her gratitude for God’s rescue from, and in the midst of, troubling and trying times. The writer uses beautiful metaphors to articulate, while painting a masterful picture, of the mercy, compassion, and love of God. ‘God bent (inclined) down toContinue reading “04.20.20 – 04.26.20”
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