In this time of campaigning, even Jesus is asking who the people say he is. Read more

Before fully grasping the power of the gospel text for today, we need to read its Old Testament background. Then, we will see the power and grace of Jesus in greater light. Read more

Rather than living fearlessly, we put the fear of God first in our lives. Read more

Ninth Sunday after Pentecost August 2, 2020 Matthew 14:13-21 Today let’s dive straight into the Gospel of Matthew. What we read this morning is that story we know so well. Jesus has just heard about the death of his cousin, John the Baptist. So he goes to a quiet place by himself to recharge his Read more

The images in Jesus’ parables are absurd because absurdity is part of the human condition. Thanks be to God that the love of Christ is absurdly good news! Read more

“The judgments of the Lord are true and righteous altogether” – Psalm 19:9 Read more