RCL Reflection, 4thSunday in Lent, Year C, March 30, 2019
In God’s economy there’s room at the table for everyone. There is no sin scorecard or righteousness insider scoreboard where Jesus is concerned. Unless there is wide welcome, unless grace is offered with open arms, how can there be reconciliation and restoration, real change and radical discipleship? (Photo: Jeannie Deb, Creative Commons)
Plenty, Paucity, and a Measly Kid Goat
Fourth Sunday in Lent, Year C, March 6, 2016
The story of the prodigal son is so rich: It touches on grace, abounds in hope, and drips with love. It also serves as a powerful story about stewardship. Jesus tells a tale that offers a fine comparison between living with an abundance mindset and nurturing a sense of scarcity. (Photo: Ted, Creative Commons)
A Gracious Plenty
Lectionary Reflection for the Fourth Sunday in Lent, March 10, 2013
There’s grace aplenty and a gracious plenty whenever God’s around. Why are we so miserly with all this abundance? This week’s lessons provide much food for thought.