The commentary reflects on the Presentation of the Lord, focusing on the faithful waiting of Simeon and Anna as they recognize Jesus as the Messiah. Their anticipation embodies active trust in God’s promises and serves as a reminder that the Gospel challenges the status quo. The church must reflect this light of reconciliation while preparing congregants for hard truths amid joy and stability.
John 2:1-11 (2nd Sunday after Epiphany) – January 19, 2025
The author, an alcoholic in recovery, reflects on the challenge of preaching about Jesus turning water into wine, especially in the context of addiction. Emphasizing Mary’s faith, and the servant's actions, the piece illustrates the importance of trusting Jesus in moments of scarcity. It encourages believers to act in faith, allowing God’s transformation to manifest.
Luke 21:25-36 (1st Week of Advent) – December 1st, 2024
The post discusses the upcoming Christmas season juxtaposed with Jesus’ apocalyptic signs as described in the Gospel of Luke. It emphasizes that while the world experiences turmoil and fear, these events signify that God's kingdom is near. Hope emerges through active faith, urging believers to prepare for God's imminent return and to act as agents of change amidst chaos.
John 18:33-37 (Christ the King) – November 24, 2024
Christ the King Sunday serves as a pivotal transition from the church year to Advent, juxtaposing themes of endings and beginnings. The message highlights Jesus’ humble nature, presenting him not as a traditional ruler but as a servant king, emphasizing love, grace, and self-giving amidst tensions of societal expectations and holiday celebrations.
#RecoverLent – Listening – “Is there any other way that I have harmed you…?”
Is there any way that I have harmed you that I am unaware of?
The Church is not a Sanctuary for an Alcoholic
Even if an alcoholic in recovery is completely transparent about their recovery, no setting can be described as safe. And I know this because I feel that my recovery has been threatened in the church.
Faking Demonic Possession is Like a Mustard Seed (Commentary on Matthew 13: 31-33, 44-52)
Although it is very sacrilegious and there’s quite a bit of profanity, one of my favorite books is Lamb: The Gospel According to Biff, Christ’s Childhood Pal by Christopher Moore. As you can gather from the title, it is a fictional account of Jesus’ life told from the perspective of Jesus’ best friend, Biff. It... Continue Reading →
Perfection (Commentary on Matthew 5:43-48)
“We will be perfect in every aspect of the game. You drop a pass, you run a mile. You miss a blocking assignment, you run a mile. You fumble the football, and I will break my foot off in your John Brown hind parts and then you will run a mile. Perfection. Let's go to... Continue Reading →
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