On Jul 23, 2010 ⋅ No comments
This meditation is based on a passage for July 23, 2010 in the Daily Lectionary Year 2 from the Book of Common Worship for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) (1993). Text: Psalm 32 Reflection and Question: This psalm of thanksgiving emphasizes how available God’s love is to us and how happy we become when we trust […]
On Jul 22, 2010 ⋅ No comments
This meditation is based on a passage for July 22, 2010 in the Daily Lectionary Year 2 from the Book of Common Worship for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) (1993). Text: Romans 15:1-13 Reflection and Question: Paul insists here that Christ has welcomed us for the glory of God. As Christ has welcomed us, we are […]
On Jul 21, 2010 ⋅ No comments
This meditation is based on a passage for July 21, 2010 in the Daily Lectionary Year 2 from the Book of Common Worship for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) (1993). Text: Romans 14:13-23 Reflection and Question: Paul’s complex thoughts here are worth a lot of reflection and study. Eating of meat offered to idols, the controversial […]
On Jul 20, 2010 ⋅ No comments
This meditation is based on a passage for July 20, 2010 in the Daily Lectionary Year 2 from the Book of Common Worship for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) (1993). Text: Romans 14:1-12 Reflection and Question: Paul repeats the essential question that begs to be answered within the church concerning GLBT inclusion: Who are you to […]
On Jul 19, 2010 ⋅ No comments
This meditation is based on a passage for July 19, 2010 in the Daily Lectionary Year 2 from the Book of Common Worship for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) (1993). Text: Romans 13:8-14 Reflection and Question: Paul continues his teaching on the practical daily ways to be a Christian. He is crystal clear here that loving […]
On Jul 18, 2010 ⋅ No comments
This meditation is based on a passage for July 18, 2010 in the Daily Lectionary Year 2 from the Book of Common Worship for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) (1993). Text: Joshua 6:15-27 Reflection and Question: Jericho falls miraculously in this first step toward possessing the Promised Land under Joshua’s leadership. The story of Rahab, the […]
On Jul 17, 2010 ⋅ No comments
This meditation is based on a passage for July 17, 2010 in the Daily Lectionary Year 2 from the Book of Common Worship for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) (1993). Text: Matthew 26:26-35 Reflection and Question: Matthew’s placement of the Lord’s Supper alongside the prophecy of Peter’s betrayal puts into stark contrast the trustworthiness of God […]
On Jul 16, 2010 ⋅ No comments
This meditation is based on a passage for July 16, 2010 in the Daily Lectionary Year 2 from the Book of Common Worship for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) (1993). Text: Romans 12:9-21 Reflection and Question: Paul turns at the end of Romans to practical affairs: how to be in the church together. Christian communities living […]
On Jul 15, 2010 ⋅ No comments
This meditation is based on a passage for July 15, 2010 in the Daily Lectionary Year 2 from the Book of Common Worship for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) (1993). Text: Matthew 26:1-16 Reflection and Question: Here the momentum begins toward Jesus’ arrest, trial, crucifixion and resurrection. I highlight for our reflection the pouring of the […]
On Jul 14, 2010 ⋅ No comments
This meditation is based on a passage for July 14, 2010 in the Daily Lectionary Year 2 from the Book of Common Worship for the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) (1993). Text: Psalm 33 Reflection and Question: This psalm is part of the Scriptural foundation for the faithful stance toward the military. The warning here that “a […]
