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!
As a new school year and ministry season kick off, there is no better theme to ground our communities than God’s grace and promise. This week’s visual resources explore the call to radical forgiveness in Matthew 18 for the Revised Common Lectionary, alongside the powerful symbol of the rainbow—God’s bow hanging in the sky as a covenant of peace—for the Narrative Lectionary. Explore full commentaries, artwork, and visual downloads for both lectionaries for September 13.
Matthew 18:15–20 is often weaponized to justify church discipline, but Jesus’ broader message flips that logic on its head. Framed by a child’s humility and a shepherd’s search for the lost, what if this passage isn’t about excommunication. What if it is a call for humility, patience, and relentless reconciliation over a pursuit of power.
Explore visual lectionary resources for August 30, 2026, diving into Jesus’ challenging call to take up your cross, Peter’s stumble, and Psalm 26. Plus, reflect on five key commandments from Exodus 20 and God’s vision of *shalom* for the Narrative Lectionary. Read full commentaries and access downloads today!