Gospel

Shepherd in a landscape with goats
Commentary on John 10:22-30

This passage focuses on Jesus’ identity and his relationship with the Father.1 Although the gospel [...]

Baptism of Jesus
Commentary on Matthew 3:13-17

Two related questions need to be addressed for interpreting this passage: Is it about our [...]

Baptism of Jesus
Commentary on Luke 3:15-17, 21-22

Great expectations have always been part of the human story. [...]

Baptism of Jesus
Commentary on Matthew 3:13-17

Water is one of the most powerful elements on the face of the planet. The [...]

Baptism of Jesus
Commentary on Luke 3:15-17, 21-22

Before we plunge into the Baptism of Jesus, it’s worthwhile [...]

Ascension of Christ
Commentary on Luke 24:44-53

As a pastor I used to dread preaching assignments on Ascension Day. The texts seem [...]

Sacred Spaces: Sunset
Commentary on John 14:8-17 [25-27]

Joseph is in love with Maria. This sounds like a [...]

Sacred Spaces: Sunset
Commentary on John 14:8-17 [25-27]

While most seminarians learn that John 13-17 is “the farewell [...]

Fruit of the Spirit: Self-Control
Commentary on John 13:31-35

As is the case with many lectionary texts, something is lost when this passage is [...]

Fruit of the Spirit: Self-Control
Commentary on John 13:31-35

The Gospel of John could be summed up by a number of different key words. [...]