Biblical Studies
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Matthew 22:34-46
Matthew 22:34-46 is appointed for Proper 25, Series A. Any theological discussion must begin with the question: “Who is the Christ?” He is the Son…
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Matthew 22:15-22
Matthew 22:15-22 is appointed for Proper 24, Series A. God is in control of church and state. The individual Christian relates to government, which is…
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Matthew 11:12-19
Matthew 11:12-19 is appointed for Reformation Day. God’s salvation often does not meet our expectations, but it is effective nonetheless. John 8:31-36, the other appointed…
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Matthew 1:18-25
Matthew 1:18-25 is appointed for Advent 4, Series A, as well as for Christmas Eve, Series A, B, and C. Jesus is Immanuel, who came…
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Matthew 11:2-15
Matthew 11:2-15 is appointed for Advent 3, Series A. The Kingdom comes as a proclamation. John announces it. Jesus inaugurates it. The hostile forces oppose…
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Matthew 22:1-14
Matthew 22:1-14 is appointed for Proper 23, Series A. The Parable of the Wedding Feast warns us that no one can presume upon God, whether…
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Matthew 11:12-19
Matthew 11:12-19 is appointed for Reformation Day. God’s salvation often does not meet our expectations, but it is effective nonetheless. John 8:31-36, the other appointed…
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Matthew 25:1-13
Matthew 25:1-13 is appointed for Proper 27, Series A. The Parable of the Ten Virgins shows us that the believer should always be ready for…
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Matthew 14:22-33
Dr. Raj examines Matthew 14:22-33, when Jesus walks on the water and Peter tries to join him.