Explore visual resources for October 11, 2026! For the Revised Common Lectionary, we reflect on Jesus’ parable of the King’s Wedding Banquet in Matthew and Paul’s encouragement in Philippians. For the Narrative Lectionary, we journey from the wilderness complaints to the giving of the Ten Commandments at Mt. Sinai.
Explore a visual commentary on Matthew 22:1–14 by Steve Thomason. Compare two key interpretations of the parable of the king’s banquet and examine its historical context, literary parallels, and theological takeaways.
Whether you are following the Revised Common Lectionary or the Narrative Lectionary this week, our readings tackle powerful themes of stewardship, systemic failure, and divine deliverance:
Revised Common Lectionary (Proper 22): Jesus confronts the religious leaders through the parable of the wicked tenants in the vineyard, challenging those in authority to examine how they steward their positional power—calling us toward humility, justice, and fruitfulness.
Narrative Lectionary: We bridge the 400-year gap from Joseph’s story to Exodus, leading right up to the miraculous parting of the Red Sea. It’s a vivid reminder that even in seemingly hopeless situations, God is actively working to save and deliver His people.
Explore full commentaries, visual aids, and downloadable resources to prepare your teaching and sermons for this Sunday.
In this week’s visual lectionary resources, we address both the Revised Common Lectionary and the Narrative Lectionary. Explore Jesus’ confrontation with the religious leaders over authority in Matthew 21 (RCL) alongside Joseph’s story of resilience and God’s presence in Genesis 39 (NL).
In Matthew 20, Jesus asks, “Is your eye evil because I am good?” Explore how Christ turns societal hierarchies upside down by inviting us to replace the “evil eye” of contempt with a generous way of seeing the world. Plus, in the Narrative Lectionary, we look at the call of Abram in Genesis 12 and what it means for us when we settle instead of continuing the journey of faith. Dive into full visual lectionary resources, commentaries, and drawings for both the Revised Common Lectionary and the Narrative Lectionary!