In the Lectionary

Reflections on the Revised Common Lectionary readings by preachers, writers, and biblical scholars

February 9, Epiphany 5C (Luke 5:1–11)

Was I wrong to preach that Jesus wrecks our lives?

February 2, Epiphany 4C (Luke 4:21–30)

Jesus didn’t come to make us feel good.

January 26, Epiphany 3C (Luke 4:14-21)

When Jesus steps up to read the scroll, he comes home to a place of clarity.

January 19, Epiphany 2C (John 2:1-11)

Mary reminds us that sometimes we get involved in the need right in front of us simply because we can.

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