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Matthew 3:1-12 (Sermon Scraps)

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Advent 2 (Year A)Matthew 3:1-12 Context: This scripture passage is set just after the birth narrative of Jesus.  The Holy Family flees Bethlehem and then returns to Nazareth. A completely new section begins in today’s Gospel with John the Baptists in (3:1) and the Baptism of Jesus (3:13). Location:  The Wilderness / Jordan River Characters: John The Baptist, People of Jerusalem, Pharisees, Sadducees, Jesus Notes: 3:1- The importance John the Baptist’s appearing is made explicitly known in Read More …

Matthew 24:36-44 (Sermon Scraps)

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Advent 1 (Year A) Matthew 24:36-44 Context: Jesus is in Jerusalem after the triumphal entry, cleansing of the temple, cursing of the fig tree, and encountering religious leaders.  Jesus is asked a question by the disciples in verse 24:3.  This reading picks up mid-answer which began in verse 24:4. Location:  Mount of Olives (Matt 24:3) Characters: Jesus is speaking. Disciples are listening. Notes: 24:36-  “That day and hour” no one knows about is the second coming of Jesus (earlier Read More …

Luke 7:11-17 (Sermon Scraps)

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Year C (Proper 5 [10], Pentecost  +3)Luke 7:11-17 Context: Jesus is in the midst of his public ministry.  Location: Jesus comes from Capernaum (7:1) to Nain (7:11).   Characters: (Principle) Jesus, Widow, Widow’s Son.  (Other) Disciples, Large Crowd. Notes: 7:11- Jesus travels south from capernaum to Nain.  He is becoming well known as evidenced by the large crowds following him, in addition to the disciples.  But, the question is do they know who he is or are Read More …