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11 mins read|12/10/22
Gospel: Matthew 1:18-25 (Advent 4: Series A)
Matthew makes it abundantly clear that Joseph lacked one thing: Control. He may have been the titular head of his emerging household, but he was clearly not in charge. God was, as God always is. -
12 mins read|11/26/22
Gospel: Matthew 3:1-12 (Advent 2: Series A)
The Lord is coming, that much is certain. He is coming to reign, not only over the heavens, but also over the members of your congregation. -
9 mins read|12/16/19
Gospel: Matthew 1:18-25 (Advent 4: Series A)
Unlike Luke, who provides most of the parts for the children’s program (the shepherds, the angel hosts, the innkeeper, and the animals), Matthew’s version is rated “M” for mature. -
9 mins read|12/09/19
Gospel: Matthew 11:2-15 (Advent 3: Series A)
There he sat, awaiting his executioner. John looked around at what God and His Messiah were not doing, and even the greatest among those born of woman had his doubts. “Are you the one who is to come, or shall we look for another?” -
9 mins read|12/02/19
Gospel: Matthew 3:1-12 (Advent 2: Series A)
The problem is not that we are unrepentant. The problem is our contrition is too small. -
9 mins read|11/25/19
Gospel: Matthew 24:36-44 (Advent 1: Series A)
In the middle of [Jesus'] eschatological discourse, as He answers the disciples’ question about the end of the age, Jesus ushers in Noah. But what does Noah have to do with Advent?
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