We read and reflect on Matthew 26:26-35. I talk about stuffing my feelings and wondering what makes me fall to pieces. I also talk about rash promises made and broken. I finish by talking about being a sheep without a shepherd.

We read and reflect on Matthew 26:17-25. I talk about my reflections on Passover in this particular text after watching the Prince of Egypt. I also wish to be at table reclining with my friends.

We read and reflect on Matthew 27:1-16. I talk about motive and motivations, and about doing beautiful things. I share something from my imagination.

We read and reflect on Matthew 25:31-46. I talk about finding the balance between doing for others and focusing on others. I also talk about individualism v collectivism.

We read and reflect on Matthew 25:14-30. I talk about developing new talents and what it means to me to feel seen and unseen... and I try to give myself grace. I also talk about facing and unpleasant duty.

We read and reflect on Matthew 25:1-13. I talk about setting an intention practice for myself. I also talk about grace for forgetful human beings.

We read and reflect on Matthew 24:32-51. I talk about those times that might be momentous and cause anxiety... even when sometimes they are already past. I also talk about desire and suffering and commit to do the work and walk the path in front of me.

We read and reflect on Matthew 24:16-31. I talk about the imperium and the unjustness of society and wealth. I also talk about a new family in my circle and describe a practice I am learning called tonglen breathing and practice it for them.

We read and reflect on Matthew 24:1-14. I talk about the Switchfoot song “Souvenirs” and how nothing lasts forever. I also talk about the difference between claiming to come in God’s name and just being myself and letting others tell me how they see God in me.

We read and reflect on Matthew 23:27-39. I talk about appearing holy and pure and how often the evangelical rules I grew up with str means if control rather than freedom or true knowledge. I also talk about the need for reparations and putting my money where my mouth is.