In the Lectionary

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

March 24, Palm Sunday B (Mark 11:1–11)

Jesus moves in the same direction as other pilgrims but at a pace and purpose that is his own.

March 24, Passion B (Mark 14:1–15:47)

We fix our gaze on the cross because if we look away we will miss something vital.

March 17, Lent 5B (John 12:20–33)

“If you really want to live you’ve gotta die” is a puzzle that could leave you off kilter your whole life long.

March 10, Lent 4B (Numbers 21:4–9; John 3:14–21)

When John 3 came up I used to preach on the dangers of fixating on one verse. Now I cringe at that memory.

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