Commentary on Philemon 1:1-21
Preachers could be excused for neglecting Philemon when it emerges in the lectionary cycle. After [...]
Second Reading
Commentary on Philemon 1:1-21
The lectionary passage Philemon 1:1-21 that is assigned for this Sunday contains, except for concluding [...]
Commentary on 1 Timothy 1:12-17
These verses tell a story of conversion and of transformation, [...]
Commentary on 1 Timothy 1:12-17
First Timothy provides guidance for church life; hence, this letter [...]
Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:1-7
The “Pauline” biography continues this week. Last week, the author of 1 Timothy drew upon [...]
Commentary on 1 Timothy 2:1-7
The passage in 1 Timothy 2:1-7 consists of two units. First, the author requests prayer [...]
Commentary on 1 Timothy 6:6-19
The lesson today skips over the extensive discussion of roles [...]
Commentary on 1 Timothy 6:6-19
The passage 1 Timothy 6:6-19 deals with true riches. It [...]
Commentary on 2 Timothy 1:1-14
After a standard opening sequence of greetings and thanksgiving, Paul [...]
Commentary on 2 Timothy 1:1-14
Sometimes we’re especially interested in people’s final words. We often [...]
