In the Lectionary

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

September 22, Ordinary 25B (Mark 9:30–37)

Rather than rebuke the disciples, Jesus takes a little child by the hand.

September 15, Ordinary 24B (James 3:1–12)

As a preacher, I used to worry that people don’t listen to me. Now I worry that they do.

September 8, Ordinary 23B (Proverbs 22:1–2, 8–9, 22–23)

There is no reward in heaven for those who work to accumulate wealth rather than care for people.

September 1, Ordinary 22B (Mark 7:1–8, 14–15, 21–23)

Jesus warns that the real danger lies within our minds and hearts.

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