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Already Divided
We really don’t like the idea of Jesus bringing division. But we like what he actually means by it even less.
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Keeping things unclear
The heart of this week’s gospel is Peter’s desire for clarity. But Jesus reveals that Peter wanted something else.
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Possession is the Problem
Jesus tells us to sell our stuff and give alms. And none of us listens. Not because we love money, but we want control.
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The urgency of giving
Jesus invites us to not only see our possessions as a prison, but the urgency of giving as a vehicle for freedom.
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Indebted to sin
In teaching his disciples “The Lord’s Prayer,” Jesus reveals the relational vision of forgiveness; as an opportunity.
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It’s all our backyard
The parable of the Good Samaritan isn’t just about being good. It’s also about the need to stop pretending that we just are.
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Wanting to burn it all down
When followers of Jesus lose their way—then and now—what are we supposed to do? What is our work in the world?