Feb 26, 2018
"For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also..." This is not simply Jesus's way of warning about the stockpiling of earthly wealth, but rather an invitation to a more direct encounter with God.
In this episode our regular guest preacher, Ian Farrell, explores the realm of the "sublime" - the encounter with...
Feb 22, 2018
As tension with the Pharisees intensifies, Jesus steps more fully into his prophetic role - warning of impending disaster for those who refuse to repent of their present religious and political allegiances.
But to be understood, these warnings (and assurances) must be heard in their proper context.
In this episode we...
Feb 19, 2018
Jesus accepts the dinner invitation of a prominent Pharisee - a meeting that immediately erupts in scandal, as Jesus forgoes the ritual washing expected by his host.
It leads to Jesus declaring a series of "woes" - like those of the early Hebrew prophets - condemning the Pharisees for dedicating such energy to the...
Feb 15, 2018
At first reading, it seems we have met a different Jesus! The preacher of grace and welcome has become a prophet of condemnation, declaring such things as: "Whoever is not with me is against me," and, "This generation is an evil generation..."
How do we explain this change in tone? Why the threats of judgment? And...
Feb 12, 2018
Does prayer make a difference in the universe? Really? Reeaally?
Jesus's answer is: yes. And he offers all those who would be his followers instruction in how to pray, and, even more importantly, what the purpose of prayer is.
It's a transformative lesson for any and all of us who seriously wonder prayer affects...