RCL reflection for Proper 12, Year B. July 28, 2024. Abundance. The Gospel lesson this week is all about the abundance we have in God — in every important area of life. Who are the people who embody God’s abundance? How can we become one of them? Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Photo: Katerha, Creative Commons)
Revised Common Lectionary Reflection, Tenth Sunday after Pentecost, Proper 12, Year B, July 29, 2018
Both the man from Baal-Shalishah and Jesus’ disciples had a difficult time wrapping their heads and hearts around the notion of divine provision and plenty. All they could see were meager gifts and scarcity, Have we learned from their stories? If not, it’s time we changed the narrative for this day and time by sharing stories and learning to look for abundance. (Photo: Jarkko Laine, Creative Commons)
Ninth Sunday after Pentecost, Year B, July 26, 2015
What do bread and stewardship have to do with each other? Check out this week’s lectionary reflection for our thoughts. You’ll also find ideas for worship and for time with youth and children. (Photo: Steve Cadman, ,Creative Commons)
“Generosity is a form of trust,” says pastor and author Brian Zahnd. “This is why Jesus constantly tells us not to worry about scarcity, but to trust in God. We are not limited to a finite, zero-based, closed-system universe.” Check out this compelling reflection–especially in light of the gospel lesson for this coming Sunday (9th Sunday after Pentecost, Year B). Photo: Erik Fitzpatrick, Creative Commons
Lectionary Reflection for the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost, July 29, 2012
Where do you see signs of Jesus in your daily life? Start simple. Think small. Even bread and water can point you to God.
