Revised Common Lectionary reflection, 22nd Sunday after Pentecost, Reformation Sunday, Year A. October 25, 2026. Deacon Timothy Siburg reflects.
We are not alone, and it’s not all up to us
Revised Common Lectionary reflection for Reformation Sunday, Year C. October 28, 2025. In our troubled times, we may find comfort from a key Reformation theme – one that accompanied Martin Luther in his perilous journey: God is always with us, guiding us and comforting us. Deacon Timothy Siburg explores. (Photo: Creative Commons)
Language of the heart
RCL reflection for the Fifth Sunday in Lent, Year B. March 17, 2024.
Though the Pharisees and much of today’s popular religion focus on externally following the law, the Bible has always made it clear that faith is a matter of heart. The Rev. Sharron R. Blezard explores. (Photo: Michael Gil, Creative Commons)
The Days are Surely Coming
RCL Reflection, Reformation Sunday, Year A. Oct. 29, 2023. If nothing else, this Sunday should be a day to be unbound from fear of the future and to celebrate freedom in Christ and God’s steadfastness across the ages. (Photo: Col Ford, Creative Commons)
Irresistible
RCL Reflection for the Fifth Sunday in Lent, Year B, March 21, 2021
Lots of people are drawn to Jesus, but to what degree? How many are willing to do what it takes to be a disciple? So tell me, dear friends, do you find Jesus irresistible? Has he opened your eyes, heart, and mind to new possibilities and ways of being? Will you follow him no matter what or where? (mage: Pezibear from Pixabay)
Why reformation is good stewardship
RCL Reflection for October 27, 2019.
Are you ready to preach about the importance of ongoing reformation and the need for change? The unchanging love and grace of God serves as an anchor and north star to help us weather change and work for reformation. (Photo: Robert Couse-Baker, Creative Commons)
Dying to Live
RCL Reflection, 5th Sunday in Lent, Year B, March 18, 2018
Jesus announces that he is drawing all people to himself in a most humble and unexpected way. There is no fanfare, no empty promises, and no shortcut around the reality of what it means to love God, serve Jesus, and love neighbor. Only through death can we experience real and lasting life. (Photo: Charles Knowles, Creative Commons)
Freedom? What Freedom?
Reformation Sunday, Year C, October 30, 2016
Forget the vain promises of the world, the polarizing pander of candidates for public office, and the bootstraps mentality of contemporary culture. Real freedom is found only in deep relationship with God and with God’s people. (Photo: Osajus, Creative Commons)
Oh, the Options!
22nd Sunday after Pentecost & Reformation Sunday, October 25, 2015
The Good News of Jesus Christ is timeless and unchanging, but it aims to be presented in fresh, new ways that speak to every age and context. We can take a cue from Martin Luther and the other 16th century reformers and make good use of the tools available to us, especially this Sunday when we have some very good choices for lessons and celebrations. (Photo: Daniel Oines, Creative Commons)
Language of the Heart
Lectionary Reflection for the Fifth Sunday in Lent, Year B March 22, 2015 But this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, says the Lord: I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts; and I will be their God, and […]
