Faith & the Children of Abraham - #lectionary reflection for #Lent 2A (Romans 4) - Call to embrace Abraham's model of trusting God, so we can be a blessing to the nations. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/02/fait... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @weeklylectionary.bsky.social

Review - Dispatches from Mormon Zion, by Ryan W. Davis @eerdmansbooks.bsky.social). Davis has offered us a rather fun read that occasionally slips in his thoughts about his #LDS faith and the practices that emerge from it. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/02/disp... #bookreviews #booksky #theosky

Let's Talk About Sin! - #Lectionary reflection for Lent 1A (Romans 5:12-19). We might not like talking about sin, but it’s useful, especially if we think in terms of participating in systems of death. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/02/lets... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @lectionarylink.bsky.social

Bearing Witness to Christ's Glory - #sermon for #TransfigurationSunday (2 Peter 1:16-21) - God claims Jesus as beloved Son, serves as lamp in the darkness. -- Preached at Tyrone Community Presbyterian Church. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/02/bear... #bgbg2 #lectionary #theosky

Bearing Witness to the Glory of God's Beloved Son - #Lectionary reflection for #TransfigurationSunday (2 Peter 1:16-21). A call to attend to the lamp that is Christ, not cleverly devised myths, so we can share the light. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/02/bear... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @wjkbooks.com

Our latest review from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers the ethical implications of how we use scripture as explored in @daultradio.bsky.social’s new book “The Accessorized Bible” (@yalepress.bsky.social).

Review: "The Accessorized Bible" by @daultradio.bsky.social (@yalepress.bsky.social). Bibles are books serving as platforms, communities, & accessories requiring moral seriousness and an ethical mindset. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/02/the-... #ccdoc #booksky #theosky @erbks.bsky.social

Seeking the Deeper Wisdom - #lectionary reflection for Epiphany 5A (1 Corinthians 2:1-12) - Paul declares that the cross reveals God's wisdom & glory contrary to cultural beliefs that see the cross as foolishness. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/02/seek... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky

What Does God Expect of us? - Sermon for Epiphany 4A (Micah 6:1-8) - Preached at 1st Presbyterian Church of Troy. Worship is good, but God really wants justice, kindness, & humility. Text & service video www.bobcornwall.com/2026/02/what... #bgbg2 #theosky

Our latest book review from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers the insightful discussion of death rituals found in Sequola Dawson’s “The Green Funeral: Honoring the Environment While Beautifying Funeral Practices” (@broadleafbooks.bsky.social).

Review - "The Green Funeral: Honoring the Environment while Beautifying Funeral Practices" by Sequola Dawson (@broadleafbooks.bsky.social). Reflections on Black church funeral practices, the environment, & #greenfunerals. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/the-... #Booksky #ccdoc #theosky

Divine Foolishness vs. Human Wisdom - #Lectionary reflection for Epiphany 4A (1 Corinthians 1:18-31). Paul emphasizes the cross, which is foolishness to many, but the source of salvation to those who receive it. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/divi... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky

Review - God in the House: The Life & Times of the Catholic Theologian Anthony Kosnik by Margaret Stack (@ @readthespirit.bsky.social). Story of a progressive Catholic ethicist who challenged traditional views of sexuality. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/god-... #booksky #theosky #biography

Review - God in the House: The Life & Times of the Catholic Theologian Anthony Kosnik by Margaret Stack (@ @readthespirit.bsky.social). Story of a progressive Catholic ethicist who challenged traditional views of sexuality. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/god-... #booksky #theosky #biography

Our latest review from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers a fresh perspective on pneumatology from @wdavidotaylor.bsky.social and Daniel Train (@ivpacademic.bsky.social).

Review - Naming the Spirit: Pneumatology through the Arts, ed. by @wdavidotaylor.bsky.social & Daniel Train (@ivpacademic.bsky.social). Reflections on Holy Spirit in conversation w/ the arts, writ large (not just painting & Sculpture). www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/nami... #books #pneumatology

Why Can't We Get Along? - #Lectionary reflection for Epiphany 3A (1 Corinthians 1:10-18). Paul calls for unity amidst division, reminding them of the power of the cross. So, what is the problem? www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/why-... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @rcldaily.bsky.social

On a Mission for God - My #sermon for Epiphany 2 A (Isaiah 49). With a bit of Blues Brothers, a message about a mission to be a light to the nations. Preached at Tyrone Community Presbyterian Church. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/on-m... #bgbg2 #lectionary #theosky #ccdoc

Review of #FromPulpittoPublicSquare: Faithful Speech beyond Church Walls by Richard Voelz ( @wjkbooks.com). Guidance for preachers, old & new, called to speak in public settings. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/from... #booksky #preaching #ccdoc #theosky

Saints of God, Gifted for Service - Lectionary Reflection for Epiphany 2A (1 Corinthians 1:1-9). Paul reminds the saints that they lack no gifts while waiting for the revealing of Jesus. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/sain... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #lectionary

Our first review of the year from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers John's contested relationship with Matthew, Mark, and Luke as explored in @goodacre.bsky.social's "The Fourth Synoptic Gospel" (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social).

Review - "The Fourth Synoptic Gospel: John's Knowledge of Matthew, Mark, & Luke" by @goodacre.bsky.social (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social). An intriguing proposal about the Gospel of John and its connections w/ the Synoptics. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/the-... #bgbg2 #bookreviews @erbks.bsky.social

God's No-Partiality Doctrine- #Lectionary reflection for #BaptismofJesusSunday (Acts 10:34-43). Peter shares the gospel w/ Cornelius' household, opening the way for Gentiles, demonstrating God's non-partiality doctrine. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/gods... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @wjkbooks.com

Happy New Year! Out with the Old (2025), Welcome the New (2026). May you find hope in challenging times. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/happ... #ccdoc

Review of Walking the Tide Line: Loss & Renewal on the #OregonCoastTrail by Caroline Kurtz (@catalystpress.bsky.social). #Memoir of a former #PCUSA missionary's pilgrimage along the Oregon Coast, seeking renewal after the death of her husband. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/walk... #booksky

We Are God's Adopted Children - #lectionary reflection for #Christmas 2A (Ephesians 1:3-14). Claiming our destiny as children of God, as we move to the time when God gathers up all things. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/we-a... #ccdoc #bgbg2 @lectionary.bsky.social

The Word in the Flesh - A #ChristmasEve Homily from 2019 (John 1:1-14). On this day, may we bear witness to the light revealed in the Word who assumed flesh, while joining the angels on high singing “Gloria in Excelsis Deo.” www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/the-... #ccdcoc #theosky

Review - "Under Her Wings: Mothers & Motherhood in the New Testament" by Jennifer Houston McNeel (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social). The #Bible is largely androcentric; she demonstrates why we should pay attention to mothers & motherhood in the NT. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/unde... #booksky #ccdoc

Review: "The Just Love Story Bible" by Jacqui Lewis, Shannon Daley-Harris, beautifully illustrated by Cheryl Thuesday, from @beamingbooksmn.bsky.social. A retelling of the biblical story for children, focusing on divine love and justice. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/the-... #booksky #theosky

Our latest review from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers “A Beautiful Year: 52 Meditations on Faith, Wisdom, and Perseverance” (@stmartinspress.bsky.social), a new collection of insightful essays from @dianabutlerbass.bsky.social.

Review - "A Beautiful Year: 52 Meditations on Faith, Wisdom, & Perseverance" by @dianabutlerbass.bsky.social (@stmartinspress.bsky.social). A gifted Christian writer offers accumulated wisdom, speaking to challenging times. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/a-be... #booksky #theosky

A Word to the Saints of God - #Lectionary reflection for #Advent 4A (Romans 1:1-7). Paul introduces himself & his gospel concerning allegiance to Jesus Son of God. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/a-wo... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @wjkbooks.com @weeklylectionary.bsky.social

I am grateful to Bob Trube for his generous review on Bob on Books of "Eating with Jesus: Reflections on Divine Encounters at the Open Eucharistic Table." (Wipf and Stock) So, many thanks! bobonbooks.com/2025/12/15/r... #booksky #theosky #ccdoc

Review - The Well that Washes What It Shows: An Invitation to Holy Scripture by Jonathan Linebaugh (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social). In the face of growing biblical illiteracy, here is a pastorally sensitive intro to the #Bible. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/the-... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #booksky #theosky

Just Be Patient, It Won't Be Long - #Lectionary Reflection for #Advent 3A (James 5:7-10). James calls for patience & Endurance as the Beloved wait for Christ's return. How long will it be for the arc of justice? www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/just... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @wjkbooks.com

Living Together in Harmony - #Sermon for #Advent 2A ( #PeaceSunday ) (Romans 15:4-13). Preached at 1st Presbyterian Church of Troy, MI. Let us be peacemakers, starting within the church, so we might be a blessing & glorify God. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/livi... #bgbg2 #lectionary @wjkbooks.com

Envisioning a Hopeful & Peaceful Future- #Lectionary Reflection for #Advent 2A (#PeaceSunday). (Romans 15:4-13). Paul took the Gospel to the Gentiles, so Jew and Gentile might worship God together in Christ. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/envi... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @rclectionary.bsky.social

Review: Serving God Under Siege: How War Transformed a Ukrainian Community by Valentyn Syniy (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social). While many lose interest, the story of resilience & faith under Russian fire by Ukrainian Christians. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/serv... #Booksky #Ukraine #exile

Time to Wake Up, Salvation Is At Hand - #Lectionary Reflection for #Advent 1A (Romans 13:11-14). Walk decently, as in light of day, not darkness. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/11/time... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #eschatology @rcldaily.bsky.social @wjkbooks.com

My review is up of The Pilgrimage of Letting Go - Helping Parents & Pastors Embrace the Uncontrollable by Andrew & Kara Root (@brazospress.bsky.social). Letting go lets us find some sense of resonance in our lives. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/11/lett... #Booksky #ccdoc

If you are hanging out in the #aarsbl25 exhibit hall be sure to stop by the @wjkbooks.com booth and check out my books coauthored with Ron Allen. Second Thoughts about the Second Coming and Second Thoughts about Hell.

A Different Kind of King - #lectionary reflection for #ChristtheKing Sunday (Luke 23). In contrast to other "kings", Jesus' throne is a cross, from which he forgives his mockers. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/11/a-di... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #Christiannationalism #thesky @lectionary.bsky.social

Our latest review from @drbobcornwall.bsky.social covers the challenge to a dominant narrative put forth in “Christianity and the Qur’an: The Rise of Islam in Christian Arabia” by Gabriel Said Reynolds (@yalepress.bsky.social).

Review- Christianity & the Qur'an: The Rise of Islam in Christian Arabia by Gabriel Said Reynolds (@yalepress.bsky.social sky.social). What is the relationship of the #Qur'an to #Christianity? Possible answers in this intriguing book. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/11/chri... #bookthreads #religion #Islam

New episode alert! 🎉 Nat, Bethany, and Jon sat down with @drbobcornwall.bsky.social to talk about his new book Eating With Jesus: Reflections On Divine Encounters At The Open Eucharistic Table—published by Wipf and Stock Publishers and out now! podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/t...

The full podcast of my conversation about Eating with Jesus, with Jon and Bethany at This Is Not Church. Take a listen as we cover a lot of territory.

There's a New Shepherd in Town- #lectionary reflection for #ChristtheKingSunday (Jeremiah 21). Jeremiah promises new leadership for us. Could Jesus fill that role? www.bobcornwall.com/2025/11/ther... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @weeklylectionary.bsky.social

Living Faithfully in Times of Crisis - #Sermon for Pentecost 23C (Luke 21), preached at Tyrone Community Presbyterian Church. This is Luke's "Little Apocalypse" that raises the question of staying true to our confession of faith. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/11/livi... #bgbg2 #theosky

Here is a sneak peek of the conversation that Nat, Bethany, and Jon had with @drbobcornwall.bsky.social on This Is Not Church

Check out this teaser from my podcast conversation with Jon and Bethany at @thisisnotchurch.bsky.social