In Mark 10:35-45, Jesus flips the script on power and status, calling us to serve, not seek seats of glory. How can we resist today’s systems of domination? Teri McDowell Ott reflects on Jesus’ radical call to community and humility.
Philip Gladden writes about a piece of Scripture that is meant to be experienced rather than explained.
Stephanie Sorge engages Jesus' teaching on divorce in Mark.
Whitney Wilkinson Arreche questions God's apparent absence in the Book of Esther's cycles of violence and retribution.
Bobby Hulme-Lippert weaves a reflection together using multiple lectionary readings for September 22, 2024.
Adam Ryan Quine examines suffering and power.
How quickly do I say “no” to people who don’t fit my criteria of those who deserve my help, asks Teri McDowell Ott?
We're in a tense season where most of us aren’t wondering, “How am I saved by grace?” but rather, “How on earth do I talk to my neighbor?” James speaks to this, writes Ginna Bairby.
Ephesians 6 reminds us that we are at war against everything preventing us from living in beloved community, writes Ellen Williams Hensle. Fighting that war does not require violence.
Barbara Chaapel offers a variety of directions preachers can take when teaching John 6.
“It is enough, now, O Lord,” Elijah prays in 1 Kings 19. We can relate, writes Teri McDowell Ott.
"A piece of bread, an ounce of juice. It looks pretty meager. It looks like what’s on this table isn’t enough. But it is." — John Wurster
Roger Gench writes about the impact of a scarcity mentality.
Philip Gladden writes on self-care and Mark 6:30-34, 53-56.
As Amos demonstrates, power is not just held by world leaders and the wealthiest 1%. Power resides within us, especially those who draw strength from our faith. — Teri McDowell Ott
We are not called to be successful; we are called to be faithful. — Tara Bulger
Carol Holbrook Prickett writes about Mark 5:21-43 in conversation with Evie, a 12-year-old girl.
Teri McDowell Ott writes about suffering.
Teri McDowell Ott writes about interdependence and Mark 4:26-34.
John Wurster notes the difference between Jesus' portrayal in John vs. Mark.
What does Jesus say about sabbath? How can we apply his wisdom in our lives? Ellen Williams Hensle writes on Mark 2:23–3:6.
"Sometimes, we need to let the mystery be," writes Kyle Walker.
Teri McDowell Ott considers Acts 2 in light of the Tower of Babel. Perhaps the gift of Pentecost is the cure for a lonely world, she writes.
What would life look like if we sought out those we don't know, asks Teri McDowell Ott?
"All manner of things are not well," writes Carol Holbrook Prickett. "Yet, I have seen nothing more rule-breaking, more transforming than God’s love ... and the people who carry it to one another."
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