Here we are at John 1:19-28 at the forerunner, the John the Baptist, the missing figure from the Nativity scene. The one who is preparing the world for Christ. How is he preparing? He is baptizing people. John baptizes people so much, it become a part of his identity. John the Baptizer. Are we preparing… Read More
Narrative Lectionary: Life in the Ruins (Isaiah 61:1-11)
We have been in an extended Advent since March, yearning for God’s transforming power to come and kick butt, er, sweep through our world. COVID has put us all in a state of exile from our former lives, and we hear Isaiah’s words with extra longing this year. Restoration? Bring it on. Good news? Very… Read More
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