Commentary on Luke 3:7-18
Luke depicts John the Baptist’s message as a clarion call to repentance. His proclamation can [...]
Gospel
Commentary on Luke 1:39-45 [46-55]
Many scholars have repeatedly claimed that the gospel of Luke [...]
Commentary on Luke 2:1-14 [15-20]
The temptation is to do too much rather than too [...]
Commentary on Luke 2:41-52
We come to the conclusion of Jesus’ birth narrative in the gospel of Luke. Jesus [...]
Commentary on Luke 2:[1-7] 8-20
For centuries the narrative of the Nativity of Jesus has [...]
Commentary on Matthew 2:1-12
The image of the wise men on the Christmas cards is different than what we [...]
Commentary on Luke 3:15-17, 21-22
On the Baptism of Jesus, a lot of preachers and [...]
Commentary on John 2:1-11
Wine often marks major life moments. Wine often accompanies celebratory cheers, and it sometimes eases [...]
Commentary on Luke 4:14-21
This lection reminded me of a book title from a few years back: Good News [...]
Commentary on Luke 4:21-30
Just as with last week’s lection from Luke 4, good news is bad news is [...]