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In this episode, we consider the readings for the Proper 13, Year B in the Lectionary cycle: 2 Samuel 11:26-12:13 & Psalm 51:1-13 or Exodus 16:2-4, 9-15 & Psalm 78:23-29, Ephesians 4:1-16 & John 6:24-35.

We discuss Nathan's prophetic rebuke of David & David's Psalm of contrite repentance, Paul's description of the unity & maturity to which we are called collectively in Christ & Jesus' instruction to do the work of believing & announcement that He is the Bread of Life.

Notes:

--Dorothy Sayers' essay "Creed or Chaos?"
--Dwell App
Prayers of the People, Proper 13

The Bible Project
--Bible Project's video overview of 2 Samuel
--Bible Project's video overview of Ephesians
--Bible Project's CLASS ON EPHESIANS!
--Bible Project's video on the Gospel of John


1:07 Collect
1:32 2 Samuel 11:26-12:13
23:24 Psalm 51:1-13
32:42 Ephesians 4:1-16
44:41 John 6:24-35

Our outro music is an original song by our friend Dcn. Jeremiah Webster, a poet and professor whose giftedness is rivaled by his humbleness. You can find his published works, including After So Many Fires, with a quick Google.

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In this episode, we consider the readings for the Proper 12, Year B in the Lectionary cycle: 2 Samuel 11:1-15 & Psalm 14 or 2 Kings 4:42-44 & Psalm 145:10-19; Ephesians 3:14-21; John 6:1-21.

We discuss David's attack on Bathsheba & Uriah, the depiction of folly, sin & oppression in the Psalm, the rich layers of Paul's prayer in Ephesians 3, and Jesus' humble care for people as He rejects kingship.

Notes:
--Dwell App
Prayers of the People, Proper 12

The Bible Project
--Bible Project's video overview of 2 Samuel
--Bible Project's video overview of Ephesians
--Bible Project's CLASS ON EPHESIANS!


1:04 Collect
1:51 2 Samuel 11:1-15
19:46 Psalm 14
30:04 Ephesians 3:14-21
42:58 John 6:1-21

Our outro music is an original song by our friend Dcn. Jeremiah Webster, a poet and professor whose giftedness is rivaled by his humbleness. You can find his published works, including After So Many Fires, with a quick Google.

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In this episode, we consider the readings for the Proper 11, Year B in the Lectionary cycle: 2 Samuel 7:1-14a & Psalm 89:20-37 or Jeremiah 23:1-6 & Psalm 23; Ephesians 2:11-22; Mark 6:30-34, 53-56.

We discuss David's desire to build the Lord a house of cedar, the imagery of the people of God as a spiritual house in Ephesians, and Jesus' healing work of all who were brought to Him.

Notes:

--"Finding the Will of God: A Pagan Notion?", by: Dr. Bruce Waltke
--Dwell App
Prayers of the People, Proper 11

The Bible Project
--Bible Project's video overview of 2 Samuel
--Bible Project's video overview of Ephesians
--Bible Project's CLASS ON EPHESIANS!
--Bible Project's video on the parables of Jesus


2:30 Collect
3:10 2 Samuel 7:1-14a
24:09 Psalm 89:20-37
33:05 Ephesians 2:11-22
43:48 Mark 6:30-34, 53-56

Our outro music is an original song by our friend Dcn. Jeremiah Webster, a poet and professor whose giftedness is rivaled by his humbleness. You can find his published works, including After So Many Fires, with a quick Google.