A Declaration of Interdependence | Reflections on Independence Day
Does the American Dream of independence reflect Jesus’ dream of the Kingdom of God? In this post we reflect on dependence, independence, and interdependence.
Set Free | Visual Resources for the Lectionary on July 2, 2023
This post offers visual resources for the Revised Common Lectionary for July 2, 2023. The RCL take us to the story of Abraham when God tells him to sacrifice his son Isaac in Genesis 22, Paul’s declaration that we are set free from sin in Romans 6, and the final section Jesus’ sending of the twelve on a mission in Matthew 10. It is also Independence Day weekend in the USA, so it is appropriate to explore a theme of being set free. The NL continues a three-part series on 2 Peter.
Don’t Be Afraid | Visual Resources for Both Lectionaries on June 25, 2023
This post offers visual resources for the Revised Common Lectionary and the Narrative Lectionary for June 25, 2023. The RCL take us to the story of Hagar when she leaves Ishmael to die in Genesis 21, Paul’s promise of new life in the death and resurrection of baptism in Romans 6, and the final section Jesus’ sending of the twelve on a mission in Matthew 10. All of these texts encourage us to have no fear in the face of difficulty. The NL continues a three-part series on 2 Peter.
God’s Mission | Visual Resources for Both Lectionaries on June 18, 2023
This post offers visual resources for the Revised Common Lectionary and the Narrative Lectionary for June 18, 2023. The RCL take us to Abram, Sarai and the guests at Mamre in Genesis 18, the children of Israel at the base of Mt. Sinai in Exodus 19, Paul’s...
Free Webinar This Tuesday | How to Visually Study the Bible with Logos Bible Software
Join me for a free webinar on how to use Logos Bible Software to visually study the Bible.
Mercy, Not Sacrifice | Visual Resources for Both Lectionaries on June 11, 2023
This post offers visual resources for the Revised Common Lectionary and the Narrative Lectionary for June 11, 2023. The RCL is exploring the theme “Mercy, not Sacrifice” with the story of Jesus calling Matthew as the anchoring text. The NL continues a four-part series on Isaiah.