Commentary on Matthew 25:31-46
In chapters 21-25, Matthew positions Jesus in Jerusalem, after his [...]
Narrative Lectionary
Commentary on Matthew 25:1-13
This parable of the bridesmaids (probably better translated “virgins”) is yet another Matthean parable sung [...]
Commentary on Matthew 22:1-14
This seems to be one of the harsher and, perhaps, more illogical parables in the [...]
Commentary on Matthew 20:1-16
This parable of the “Laborers in the Vineyard” might be one of the more well-known [...]
Commentary on Matthew 18:15-35
The text this week is a mishmash of communal disciplinary [...]
Commentary on Matthew 18:1-9
When the disciples ask, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” Jesus redirects [...]
Commentary on Matthew 16:24—17:8
Risk-benefit analyses dominate many of our decision-making processes. High school [...]
Commentary on Matthew 13:24-43
As we continue through the gospel of Matthew, we have [...]
Commentary on Matthew 7:1-14, 24-29
“On Christ the solid rock I stand All other ground [...]
Commentary on Matthew 6:7-21
Jesus’ words about forgiveness and wealth in Matthew 6:14–21 inspire us to live simply, weighed [...]
