"Nothing in the narrative suggests that Zacchaeus has any expectation that he will interact with Jesus. Being able to observe him directly seems to be his goal. Yet, that distant encounter does not satisfy Jesus who stops in order to address him directly with an unexpected invitation–

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"Generally, both tax collectors and Pharisees relied upon and contributed to the honor-shame codes that dominated the society at the time. While one operated for the state and the other within the faith community, they both relied upon shame to achieve their desired ends.

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"In times like these, the adversary's most power tools are apathy and defeatism. Both involve those with power not wielding it because they do not care about the circumstances or they cease to believe they can change them….

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"Whatever the case, there is one who does not forget, keeps their composure, and recognizes that gratitude is enough. That one was the least likely to be seen, heard, acknowledged, or welcomed. A ritualistically unclean foreigner breaks all barriers to give God glory for wellness, for wholeness,

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"While the lectionary omits the context of the request, it is worth noting that the disciples believe their faith is insufficient to the responsibility they have to one another. They want more faith to help them be accountable for each other. The plea is rooted in communal care and relationship."

"The manner in which we live bears consequences that death does not erase….Justice is meant for this life. The time to repent for the rich man was any one of the occasions he noticed Lazarus at the gate in misery. He could have housed him, fed him, ensured he had care and the resources necessary

"This lesson offers more questions than answers, and perhaps that is the lesson Jesus imparts. Discipleship is complex and contextual, and we need to account for our decisions, actions, relationships, and outcomes."

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"The problem is not that the religious leaders have lost their divinely inspired aspirational perspective. The issue is that they have lost a core part of their humanity. Who is really lost in the story that frames the stories when the religious leaders, rather than delighting that J

"Notably, this message is to the crowd that presumably assembled around him based on the tangible and demonstrated rewards they have already witnessed or heard. Jesus has healed the sick, released the bound, upended the oppressive teachings of the day, and fed the masses.

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"Many of us do not host banquets, but we do have spaces where privilege can either be maintained or subverted. What opportunities do we have to demonstrate the reversal Jesus invites us to adopt? What places of honor do we inhabit to the exclusion, in whole or part, of our neighbor?

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"The religious leader objects using words that echo the commandment given to Moses. As a legalistic objection, the case would seem to be clear. The letter of the law would agree that the healing could have waited for the Sabbath. The spirit of the law questioned if the Sabbath could wait for the

"Jesus did not come for such peace. Real peace requires confrontation, resolution, and restoration. Divisions must be brought into the open; sides must be declared; stances must be taken. This is not the time to shrink from public discourse and bold proclamation of the gospel.

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"The reign of God is not only countercultural; it is revolutionary and an indictment on human systems that subvert and distort God’s will for creation. Those systems may be formed by government, households, or religious traditions. The text not only echoes the sentiment of the Beatitudes and the

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"Jesus presents a clear message about the selfish pursuit of wealth and hoarding of resources. The parable features a rich man as the main character, but like all parables, the message extends beyond the details. Great wealth is not a prerequisite for hoarding. One does not have to be rich to have

"Jesus prays before his disciples and provides them with a way of praying that responds to the call to a way of living. The prayer embodies the relationship that makes it both possible and necessary.

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"In the pairing of Mary and Martha, Jesus affirms positive action and abiding presence while also clearly conveying that busyness is not a spiritual discipline. Rather than rejecting her efforts, he encourages her to temper them so that her needs are met rather than sacrificed.

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"The one who shows mercy does not give based on what they think someone deserves, they respond to what the person needs. It’s not mercy when we impose litmus tests on our generosity. It’s not mercy when our love comes with conditions attached. It’s not mercy when we give to the poor and then

"Lambs live a dangerous life as they begin to navigate the world even as they develop the essential tools they will need to mature, especially to feed themselves. In his instructions, Jesus makes this particular mission clear. It's a training exercise, yet at the same time, what happens is real.

"Yet, we balance the promise and purpose of Christ's coming that we might have life abundantly with the responsibility and authority delegated by Jesus to make that real for one another. Jesus shows us the way to do that work through his years of ministry,

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"This is why the gospel is political. Jesus was political. The kindom of God offers a political alternative to the relational structures presented in the world today and reflects the ethos and hope for the restoration of Creator's intentions for creation. Good news for the poor, marginalized,

"In turbulent times with unbearable realities, the gospel invites us to anchor ourselves in the assurances of the Word, to remind ourselves of the abiding presence of Source, and to listen to the wisdom of Spirit. In turn, we become strengthened, empowered, and encouraged to raise our voice

"Disciples reflecting on these parting words would be reassured that the covenant remains in effect. The Holy One remains the God of liberation for the captive and accountability for the wicked. The Sovereign God has a plan and a path forward for a flourishing life for the oppressed.

"An opening is also a release. Ignorance makes way for knowledge. Clarity replaces confusion. Truth overwhelms mendacity, misinformation, and misunderstanding. Mystery is not inherently bad, and the disciples would still have more to explore and learn. Jesus provided enough for them to move forward

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"Perhaps sabbath is not an escape or retreat from the world around us. Rather, sabbath demonstrates an immersion in the world that is possible–the kindom of God realized. Our small way of participating in sabbath rejects productivity as a sign of our worth and output as a measure of our value.

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