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Here we go, or perhaps I should say, here he goes! Jesus knows the mission and urgency of this radical calling rooted in God’s great love for all people. After his baptism, after being tempted in the wilderness, Jesus Christ begins his ministry. And he doesn’t do so with hesitation; he does so with urgency. Read more
As we continue our journey through the Gospel of Matthew, we encounter another central theme: the interpretation of Scripture. Matthew shows us that it is possible to know the Scriptures on a superficial level without truly understanding them. This leads us to our passage for today and to one of the most striking aspects of… Read more
As we read the Gospel of Matthew, particularly our text for today, a central theme emerges: the abiding presence of God. From the opening promise of “Immanuel, God is with us” (1:23) to the closing assurance, “I am with you always, even to the end of the age” (28:20), Matthew reminds us that God has… Read more
Even now the ax of God’s judgment is poised, ready to sever the roots of the trees. Yes, every tree that does not produce good fruit will be chopped down and thrown into the fire (Matthew 3:10). Things get a little heated in today’s reading. John goes head-to-head with the religious leaders of the time,… Read more
