Mind the Gap: Lectionary Commentary

Human violence and ecological suffering are linked in this gap from the prophet Jeremiah. We use it to talk about some basic reflection questions that are helpful for any kind of biblical exegesis: What does it tell us about the character of God? The character of humanity? What does it feel like from the perspective of a variety of points of view?

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Folks looking for commentary on today's gap can also check out Episode 34, the 2nd Sunday after Epiphany in Year B (2024). BUT, we found several different directions for liturgy and preaching this time around, so we hope you'll join our conversation!

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As Lutheran preachers, the cross is central to our preaching and teaching. We think some of the gaps this week actually help us do that. We hope everyone has a safe Labor Day weekend--let us give thanks for the blood shed by our ancestors in the workers' rights movement.

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The gospel lesson for this Sunday is a doozy, and this gap in the semi-continuous psalm also has difficult themes. These passages ask us to confront the depth of our sin and brokenness--how do we find God's mercy and hope within them, too?

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Lectionary commentary for the 9th Sunday after Pentecost in Year C (2025)

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This is the only Sunday in the lectionary cycle with a reading from Ecclesiastes, folks, so let's get mystical! We're thrilled to have guest Sally Messner discussing these gaps with us.

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In this gap, Jesus helps us with interpreting Hebrew scriptures. The gap also encourages us to rethink our "us vs them" mentalities, and it provides an image of repentance that leaves space for grief.

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These sure are unprecedented times... Welcome to our first-ever FOUR GAP EPISODE.

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Ecumenism and messiness in the midst of faithfulness--join us in talking about the Trinity through the lens of Wisdom.

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In which we discuss the copyright practices of the ancient Levant and also talk about why it is harmful to try to build hierarchies of sin.

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