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JESUS MAFA. The Hidden Treasure, from Art in the Christian Tradition, a project of the Vanderbilt Divinity Library, Nashville, Tenn.

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Eighth Sunday after Pentecost

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Gospel Reading

Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 Commentary

by Jennifer T. Kaalund

When describing abstract concepts, we often employ similes and metaphors.

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1st Reading

1 Kings 3:5-12 Commentary

by Casey Thornburgh Sigmon

Two ears, one mouth.

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Alt. 1st Reading

Genesis 29:15-28 Commentary

by Beth L. Tanner

The story of Abraham’s family continues this week with Jacob.

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Psalm

Psalm 119:129-136 Commentary

by Jason Byassee

There is an ancient and venerable teaching in the church on the word of God.

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2nd Reading

Romans 8:26-39 Commentary

by Israel Kamudzandu

In desperate moments, the human soul raises the following question: Whom should I call?

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July 30, 2017

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SB551 - Eighth Sunday after Pentecost (Ord. 17)

July 30, 2017

Discussion on Revised Common Lectionary texts for Eighth Sunday after Pentecost (July 30, 2017): (Gospel) Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52; (1st Reading) 1 Kings 3:5-12; (Semi-continuous 1st Reading) Genesis 29:15-28; Psalm 119:129-136; (2nd Reading) Romans 8:26-39. Recorded at Luther Seminary, Saint Paul, Minn., for WorkingPreacher.org.

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