John the Baptist – Drew Downs

Greatness—toughness and path-straighening

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1 min read

The temptation in this gospel is to hear Jesus talking up toughness as virtuous—rather than normal for a prophet.

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2 min read

In the gospel for Advent 2A, we are introduced to John the Baptist; who proceeds to spit truth that we aren’t ready for.

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6 min read

This lectionary jump could be fruitful if we’re willing to first recognize the jump. And then, take what John has to say seriously.

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8 min read

All this jumping around in the lectionary is making me dizzy. Now we’re back to John the Baptist. But a question remains unanswered.

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9 min read

When we find John the Baptist imprisoned, we may be tempted to settle on his doubt. But doubt isn’t his problem. He’s already convinced.

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7 min read

The story of John the Baptist gives us a new lens of skepticism as he sits in prison totally unaware of the work Jesus is really up to.