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The “valley of dry bones” is almost certainly the most beloved and well known of Ezekiel’s visions. The vividness of its imagery, the wonder of its unfolding narrative, and visceral appeal of its symbolism endow (...)

This elegant story is, first and foremost, a dual commentary on human nature and divine character. Yes, it is a story about Israel’s history, although in this case, the primary purpose is not to learn (...)

One week after the Baptism of Our Lord, the lectionary texts from the Old Testament sit us squarely in the promise and pain of servanthood. Whether we accompany the psalmist (Psalm 40:1-11) or gather to (...)

The passage consists of two pericopes, “The Warning against Herod” (Luke 13:31-3) and “The Lament over Jerusalem” (13:34-35). They are located within the so-called Travel Narrative in the Gospel of Luke (9:51-19:27). Ever since 9:51, (...)

Most of the time, Matthew’s story overshadows Mark’s. But when it comes to the Triumphal Entry and the Cleansing of the Temple, our imaginations typically follow Mark’s story line. Matthew’s is quite different. Matthew’s Jesus (...)

Habakkuk has in the past been deemed a dangerous book.1 Ulrike Bail writes that in 1940, a church newspaper in Basel Switzerland published a column under the title: “Word on the (Current) Situation” that included (...)

Series Overview Initial impressions of Hebrews might suggest that the writer is detached from any context. The opening chapter takes people into the heavenly realm of the angels. In what follows the author seems to (...)

Notes for a six-week preaching series on Job.1 These are suggested passages from the book of Job to be used for a sermon series. I’ve sketched a few ideas for each week, but you may (...)

Former Texas Governor Ann Richards (1933-2006) once said, “You can put lipstick and earrings on a hog and call it Monique, but it’s still a pig.” Read this Sunday’s Gospel lection. Meet Monique. But make (...)

Last Sunday’s Gospel lection, Mark 5:1-20, recounted a tale of terror. This Sunday: a tale of two pities. The predicaments in Mark 5:21-43 are so poignant that they would make a stone weep. Using his (...)