Commentary on Luke 2:21-38
In 2:21–38, Luke fleshes out Jesus’ identity as Savior, Messiah, and Lord (see also 2:11). [...]
Narrative Lectionary
Commentary on Luke 2:8-20
The song of the angels in Luke 2:14, traditionally known as the Gloria, speaks of [...]
Commentary on Luke 2:1-14 [15-20]
Eastern Orthodox Christians call Mary, the mother of Jesus, Theotokos—Theo [...]
Commentary on Luke 1:26-45 [46-56]
The announcement of Jesus’ birth brought by Gabriel to his [...]
Commentary on Isaiah 61:1-11
Isaiah 61 is part of the postexilic portion of the book, chapters 40–66. This part [...]
Commentary on Joel 2:12-13, 28-29
There is a plaintive quality to today’s lesson. The passage [...]
Commentary on Daniel 6:6-27
“Daniel in the Lions’ Den” is a well-known story, frequently abridged and adapted for children’s [...]
Commentary on Jeremiah 36:1-8, 21-23, 27-28; then 31:31-34
“Forthtelling, Not Foretelling” is the [...]
Commentary on Isaiah 6:1-8
Isaiah 6 is the first episode in a series that purports to present biographical information [...]
Commentary on Jonah 1:1-17; 3:1-10; [4:1-11]
The book of Jonah could be described as equal parts [...]