Drew Downs

Make a New Normal

temple leadership

  • Between Proper 22 + 23 (Year A)

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    2 min read

    For two straight weeks, Jesus throws out parables that challenge the Temple leaders by questioning what they value and why.

  • Love is Living Art

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    7 min read

    In his exploration of authority, Jesus confronts those confronting him, and reveals a way of being in the world that can save us all.

  • Holy City (Eating Scripture)

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    2 min read

    Last week, we had the temptation in the desert, the quintessential Lenten text. This time, we get Angry Jesus. I have a soft spot for Angry Jesus. What Jesus is angry about is the stuff we already know, but rarely give attention to. It falls into two parts: the hypocrisy of leaders and their support…

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