Commentary on 2 Peter 1:16-21
Though the words belong to an ancient letter, they seem so contemporary and modern. In [...]
Second Reading
Commentary on 2 Corinthians 5:20b—6:10
The relationship between Paul and the congregation at Corinth has [...]
Commentary on 2 Corinthians 5:20b—6:10
Having this particular biblical passage as part of the Ash [...]
Commentary on Romans 5:12-19
In Adam’s story Paul hears how sin gained dominion over humanity. The paradox that Paul [...]
Commentary on Romans 5:12-19
This text has been the source of some of Christianity’s most controversial, challenging, and distinctive [...]
Commentary on Romans 4:1-5, 13-17
When we step into Romans 4 we have to remember [...]
Commentary on Romans 4:1-5, 13-17
Liturgical scripture readings and preaching have been sacred practices for [...]
Commentary on Romans 5:1-11
In the previous four chapters, Paul has spent intense time trying to explain what he [...]
Commentary on Ephesians 5:8-14
Like many authors in the first-century world, Paul often trades [...]
Commentary on Ephesians 5:8-14
To understand the thrust of this text it helps to [...]