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In this episode, we consider the readings for the Proper 9, Year B in the Lectionary cycle: 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10 & Psalm 48 or Ezekiel 2:1-5 & Psalm 123; 2 Corinthians 12:2-10; Mark 6:1-13.

We discuss the epic storytelling around David's kingship, the Psalm's imagery of God as stronghold, Paul's boasting, spiritual privacy, humility and thorn in the flesh, and Jesus' rejection at Nazareth.

Notes:
--Dwell App
Prayers of the People, Proper 9

I (Marissa) am not sure what I was thinking of regarding the water supply in Jerusalem. Perhaps it was Hezekiah's tunnel; perhaps something else, but this article has interesting observations about the water supply to the city.

The Bible Project
--Bible Project's video overview of 2 Samuel
--Bible Project's video overview of 2 Corinthians
--Bible Project's video on the parables of Jesus


1:45 Collect
2:28 2 Samuel 5:1-5, 9-10
21:19 Psalm 48
31:03  2 Corinthians 12:2-10
55:35  Mark 6:1-13

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.