The lectionary texts all point to the theme. The Sabbath was made for humankind. Included in this homily is the preacher’s reference to the Holy Spirit’s life giving breath that allow us to “Breathe deep!” Deuteronomy 5:12-15
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Sermons on sabbath
We live in the tension of needing sabbath rest and needing sabbath mission. We learn from Jesus today that both are important. We don’t need to feel guilty about taking some sabbath rest, as Jesus himself needed this time. At the same time, we must not forget that sabbath mission is just as important so […]
Today we have a Gospel lesson that speaks to our calling as Christians to be humble and welcoming. At the beginning of our lesson we are reminded by Jesus that any time is a good time to help those in need as Jesus heals on the Sabbath. And then Jesus reminds us that it is […]
Using three characters in the story of the healing of the bent over woman in Luke 13, the sermon invites another look at Jesus healing on the Sabbath! “By worshipping God today, you are not keeping the Sabbath, the Sabbath is keeping you!”
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