Reflections for

19th Sunday in Ordinary Time, Aug 11, 2013

Isaiah 1:1, 10-20; Psalm 50:1-8, 22-23; (Genesis 15:1-6; Psalm 33:12-22;) Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16; Luke 12:32-40

Blogging Toward Sunday

Blogging toward Sunday

Luke 12:32-40

Aug 06, 2007 by William H. Willimon

In this Sunday’s gospel, Jesus begins with the comforting word: “Do not be afraid!” Elsewhere, he has told us not to be afraid in the middle of a raging storm, or in the dark of night, or when he confronts us like a ghost after resurrection.

Living by the Word

Treasure chest

Luke 12:32-40

Jul 24, 2007 by Kenneth H. Carter Jr.

In writing sermons I try to pay attention to transitions, and so I confess that I have a quarrel with the cutting and pasting of Gospel texts for the 10th and 11th Sundays after Pentecost.

Living by the Word

A wandering faith

Hebrews 11:1-3, 8-16

Jul 27, 2004 by Lawrence Wood

In 1492, the Jews were expelled from Spain. For centuries they had been tolerated there, and their labor had helped to build a great country. But King Ferdinand and Queen Isabella, anxious to establish their hold over a newly united Spain by means of the Catholic Church and the Inquisition, gave the Jews a stark choice: they must be baptized or flee.

M.E.M.O.

Where geese corrupt

Foraging for illustrations

Nov 07, 2001 by Martin E. Marty

We occasional preachers forage for illustrative material just as desperately as do those who produce weekly sermons. Recently I sought material that would help me render Luke 12:32-40 in contemporary terms: “Sell your possessions, and give alms. Make purses for yourselves that do not wear out, an unfailing treasure in heaven, where no thief comes near and no moth destroys.

Living by the Word

Gasping for air

Sunday, November, 4. Isaiah 1:10-18.

Oct 17, 2001 by Michael Battle

“When you stretch out your hands, I will hide my eyes from you; even though you make many prayers, I will not listen; your hands are full of blood” (Isa. 1:15b).

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