Commentary on Luke 1:5-13 [14-25] 57-80
The first two chapters of Luke’s Gospel are a richly [...]
Narrative Lectionary
Commentary on Ezra 1:1-4; 3:1-4, 10-13
On this third Sunday in Advent, we jump from Isaiah [...]
Commentary on Isaiah 40:1-11
When interpreting the prophets it is always important to understand the historical context in which [...]
Commentary on Jeremiah 33:14-18
Last week on Christ the King Sunday, we heard about [...]
Commentary on 2 Kings 22:1-10 [14-20]; 23:1-3
The expression, “Like father, like son” certainly doesn’t apply to [...]
Commentary on Isaiah 5:1-7; 11:1-5
This lectionary reading combines two familiar texts. The Vineyard Song [...]
Commentary on Hosea 11:1-9
This poem of YHWH’s anguished love for the beloved child Israel stands as one of [...]
Commentary on 1 Kings 18:[17-19] 20-39
This passage is frequently titled “The Contest on Mount Carmel.” [...]
Commentary on 1 Kings 12:1-17, 25-29
The hopefulness and unity of the kingdom of Israel glimpsed [...]
Commentary on 2 Samuel 5:1-5; 6:1-5; Psalm 150
Today’s readings reflect a turning point in the narrative of [...]