ISSL Reflections November 26 2023 1 Corinthians 10:23–11:1 Post 3

VII.This passage becomes (at least for me) an exercise in “if … then.” “If (A) is true, and if (B) is true, what THEN.” Maybe we could think of this as some of the paradoxes inherent in discipleship. If “paradoxes” … Continue reading

ISSL Reflections November 26 2023 1 Corinthians 10:23–11:1 Post 2

IV.After your initial reading (probably a re-reading) of this passage what freedoms do you hear Paul mention or imply? V.1 Corinthians 10:23-11:1 (NRSVue) “All things are permitted,” but not all things are beneficial. “All things are permitted,” but not all … Continue reading

ISSL Reflections November 26 2023 1 Corinthians 10:23–11:1 Post 1

I.How free is the religious person? Some folk think to be religious is to lose freedom. Others may think, to be religious is to find greater freedom. This week let’s consider the perspective Paul brings to the discussion. II.1 Corinthians … Continue reading

ISSL Reflections October 29 2023 Galatians 3:23–4:7 Post 1

I.Where has God been for you in different “seasons” of your life? II.Galatians 3:23-4:7 (NRSVue) Now before faith came, we were imprisoned and guarded under the law until faith would be revealed. Therefore the law was our disciplinarian until Christ … Continue reading

ISSL Reflections August 6 2023 Galatians 5:13–26 – Post 3

VII.Let’s take another look at this passage and take special note of the way (and ways) freedom can be expressed by those who are part of the Christian community. VIII.Galatians 5:13-26 (NRSVue) For you were called to freedom, brothers and … Continue reading

ISSL Reflections August 6 2023 Galatians 5:13–26 – Post 1

I.Let’s take our cue for our reflections this week from the opening words of this Scripture passage – “For you were called to freedom … enslaved to one another” As you read this passage, take note of what this freedom, … Continue reading

ISSL Reflections July 24 2022 John 11:17–27, 38–44 Post 2

IV.I suspect when we think about Lazarus and Martha as we encounter them here, our mind (and maybe heart) goes to Lazarus leaving the tomb. That doesn’t surprise us, does it? And I guess we think about the joy such … Continue reading