Jude 1:1-4, 17-23 Most Sundays I will preach on one of the readings assigned to us by the greater church. I do this as a sign of unity with fellow Christians and as a way of making sure we cover …
Mark 10:23-31 Some places are difficult to enter. It’s difficult to enter the freeway during rush hour. It’s difficult to pass the entrance exams and gain admission into the top schools. It’s difficult to enter a fine restaurant if you …
Mark 10:2-16 Today’s Gospel text reminded me of a conference I attended recently on passing along the faith to the next generation. You might think that it was the text’s teaching on divorce which brought the topic to mind. Indeed, …
Mark 9:38-50 September 30, 2012 Our Gospel reading today teaches many lessons, including a lesson about the power and importance of Jesus’ name. People were casting out demons by using Jesus’ name, even though they weren’t direct followers of his. …