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The challenge of talking about division
There are few things that give us more anxiety as a people than talking about the things that divide us. Then Jesus does.
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Dividing is an active verb
When we read about Jesus and division, we are often prone to justify our own actions rather than engage with his point.
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Between Proper 6 + 7 (Year A)
We often blanche at the tough stuff. When Jesus asks something difficult, we pretend it isn’t necessary. Or real.
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It’s not about leadership exactly
This week’s gospel is too easily taken as a reflection on leadership, or the need for better leaders. That’s not it.
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Harassed and Helpless
When Jesus shows sympathy for the people who are “like sheep without a shepherd” do we ever think to ask why they are?
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Between Proper 5 and 6 (Year A)
This week’s gap between the lectionary readings seems like just a couple more healing stories. But we aren’t reading many.
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What is the point of theology?
Theology has a reputation. It’s confusing, often conflicting, and full of arguments. So what is it actually for?
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The One Rule of Preaching
The challenge of preaching is the challenge of communicating. We don’t always know what would be simple to understand.