Commentary on Genesis 32:22-31
The story of Jacob’s wrestling with the angel provides an [...]
First Reading
Commentary on 2 Kings 5:1-3, 7-15c
Set amidst international politics is a remarkable story about healing, [...]
Commentary on Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4
When have the sainted people to whom you preach ever [...]
Commentary on Amos 6:1a, 4-7
The Old Testament reading of this Sunday is from the prophet Amos, as it was [...]
Commentary on Amos 8:4-7
The Theological Context of Amos 8:4-7: Justice This week’s Old Testament lesson from the prophet Amos offers [...]
Commentary on Exodus 32:7-14
A Commentary on Human Nature This Sunday’s Old Testament lesson can be understood as a [...]
Commentary on Deuteronomy 30:15-20
The majestic speech of Deuteronomy nears its conclusion in this [...]
Commentary on Proverbs 25:6-7
Imagine yourself on vacation. I am assuming you are not on vacation this August Sunday [...]
Commentary on Isaiah 58:9b-14
This pericope was likely teamed with the gospel reading because of its emphasis on the [...]
Commentary on Jeremiah 23:23-29
The scathing scolding present in Jeremiah 23 suggests that false [...]