In reflecting on the transition from Jesus’ command to carry swords to His healing of the servant’s ear, we recognize the tension between fulfilling prophecy and practicing the ethics of the Kingdom. We understand that while the disciples were quick … Continue reading
In reflecting on Peter’s denial in Luke 22, we see that our failures, no matter how bitter, are never outside the reach of God’s foreknowledge and grace. We recognize that Jesus’ prayer for Peter was not that he would avoid … Continue reading
In reflecting on the disciples’ dispute over greatness in Luke 22, we see a sharp contrast between worldly power and the logic of the Kingdom of God. We recognize that while the world defines greatness through authority and status, Jesus … Continue reading
In exploring the institution of the Lord’s Supper in Luke 22, we recognize that this meal is the most sacred act of our Christian worship. We understand the Wesleyan perspective of the Real Presence, acknowledging that while the bread and … Continue reading
In reflecting on the preparations for the Passover meal, we recognize the beauty of “quiet faithfulness” in the life of the anonymous homeowner who provided the Upper Room. We understand that just as Jesus orchestrated the details for His disciples … Continue reading
As we begin the narrative of the Passion in Luke 22, we are confronted with the sobering reality of Judas’s betrayal. We recognize that even those closest to Jesus, those trusted with the community’s resources and called to His side, … Continue reading
As we conclude Jesus’ public teaching in Luke 21, we recognize that the call to be “alert” is not just about watching the skies for the end of the age, but about keeping our hearts sensitive to God’s presence in … Continue reading
Why don’t you go online and become an influencer who gets people to love each other? My wife asked me that question as we were talking about the tragic fire that destroyed part of the Beth Israel Synagogue in Jackson, … Continue reading
In studying Jesus’ apocalyptic teaching, we confront the reality that the permanent structures of our world—much like the stones of the ancient Temple—are temporary. We recognize the tension between knowing that no one can predict the day of Christ’s return … Continue reading
In reflecting on the widow’s two copper coins, we recognize that while her individual generosity is an inspiring model of faith, the passage also serves as a sharp warning against religious systems that exploit the vulnerable. We understand that by … Continue reading
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