Category: Sermon Scraps

Luke 9:51-62 (Sermon Scraps)

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Year C (Proper 8 [13], Pentecost +6)Luke 9:51-62 Context: Jesus begins his journey to Jerusalem. Location:  On the road; they’re traveling through Samaritan villages. Characters: Jesus, James, John, disciples, 3 would-be followers Notes: 9:51- This is a turning point in the Gospel.  We, as post resurrection readers of the story, know what happens in Jerusalem.   9:52- The whole Luke-Acts narrative is about Jesus joining the mission of God and inviting the reader to join that mission 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 …