Revised Common Lectionary

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Commentary on Isaiah 5:1-7

The lectionary text found in Isaiah 5:1-7 presents the preacher with an opportunity to preach [...]

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Commentary on Hebrews 11:29—12:2

Last week’s lectionary text included an introduction to the topic [...]

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Commentary on Luke 12:32-40

The movie Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy (2011) is a puzzle of shifting espionage identities and [...]

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Commentary on Genesis 15:1-6

In Genesis 15, Abram has not yet achieved the status of father of the faith. [...]

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Commentary on Isaiah 1:1, 10-20

This week’s reading from the book of Isaiah invites us [...]

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Commentary on Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16

Hebrews 11 is rightfully known as the “hall of fame [...]

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Commentary on Psalm 33:12-22

Several years ago, David Tracy summarized his rather complex systematic theology and his work as [...]

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Comentario del San Lucas 8:26-39

Era una mañana tranquila. Sentía mi corazón lleno de amor [...]

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Commentary on Luke 12:13-21

Fighting over inheritance is a common problem in all societies and cultures. It stresses people [...]

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Commentary on Ecclesiastes 1:2, 12-14, 2:18-23

“What is this doing in the Bible?” my students frequently [...]