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VII.As you reread this passage use the words of David as your lens through which you hear and see the scene, “The Lord who saved me … will save me …” VIII.1 Samuel 17:31-37, 45, 48-50 (NRSVue) When the words … Continue reading
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IV.The other day I asked “What kind of person do you take David to be?” What progress did you make with that question? Let’s take our time today reading this passage once again, and look for any clues you see … Continue reading
I.I suspect to many of us David is a familiar character from the Hebrew Scripture. Can I ask a favor of you today? As you read this passage, read it as the only acquaintance with David you have. If this … Continue reading
VII.Today let’s focus on the conversation between Naomi and Ruth. VIII.Ruth 1:6-18, 22 (NRSVue) Then she started to return with her daughters-in-law from the country of Moab, for she had heard in the country of Moab that the Lord had … Continue reading
IV.Today let’s pay close attention to Naomi. What she says, what she does, and as best as you can tell, what motivates what she says and does. V.Ruth 1:6-18, 22 (NRSVue) Then she started to return with her daughters-in-law from … Continue reading
I.We start this week with, “Then she started to return …” Why? You want to take a extra moment to read the first five verses of Ruth 1, which sets the stage for the journey Naomi intends. There you read … Continue reading
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
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
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
VII.Today as we reread this passage, let this be our guide through the passage, “… holding fast to the head.” VIII.Colossians 2:16-23 (NRSVue) Therefore, do not let anyone condemn you in matters of food or drink or of observing festivals, … Continue reading