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Jesus does something strange when a paralyzed man is presented to him: he forgives the man’s sins and only heals him to demonstrate his authority to speak on God’s behalf. Welcome to Epiphany! This reading in the Narrative Lectionary marks … Continue reading
Although the central figure in this story is King Josiah, I challenge you to celebrate the critical role of Huldah, one of only four female prophets in the Old Testament. The Last Lesson This week’s reading from 2 Kings marks … Continue reading
Only four characters within our extended reading are named: God (of course), our protagonist Moses, and two Hebrew midwives Shiphrah and Puah. What is the power of a name? In the past three readings in the Narrative Lectionary, I reflected … Continue reading
The Holy Spirit calls Barnabas and Paul to spread the good news. When Paul performs a miracle in Lystra, the people rejoice and praise…the wrong gods! Easter Season and the Growing Church By now we’ve reached the halfway point in … Continue reading
What is the significance of the Parables of the Bridesmaids and the Talents? Simply put, Jesus calls us to stay awake and continue his ministry. We are now past the halfway mark in Lent. Each Sunday we have looked at … Continue reading
Jesus teaches that the gate is narrow and the road difficult that leads to life. Is this by God’s design or just the way things are in our broken world? Learning to Follow This week marks the end of our … Continue reading
We end the Advent season with Joseph, Mary’s almost-husband, as he waits with dread, anticipation, and finally, hope. Almost Over This reading marks the fourth and final Sunday of Advent, as well as the transition in the Narrative Lectionary from … Continue reading
Date: November 13, 2022 Bible Reading: Micah [1:3-5] 5:2-5a; 6:6-8 Free Resource: Being Kind (Kids PK-2nd, NL) Unit Theme (November 13—November 20): God’s Plan for Peace The Point: God’s promised shepherd will bring peace and teach us to lead lives … Continue reading
Date: October 2, 2022 Bible Reading: Exodus 14:5-7, 10-14, 21-29 Free Resource: Stand Firm (Kids PK-2nd, NL) Unit Theme (September 11—October 9): God’s Promises Bring Hope The Point: God is there in unexpected and powerful ways when we are afraid. … Continue reading
Date: June 5, 2022 Bible Reading: Acts 2:1-21; Philippians 4:4-7 Free Resource: Popcorn Power (Kids PK-2nd, NL) Unit Theme (May 15—June 5): Living in Hope The Point: Proclaiming the good news about Jesus Christ is cause for thanksgiving and rejoicing! … Continue reading