- Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-9 a wise and discerning people
- Mark 7:1-8, 14-15, 21-23 Jesus challenges the tradition
- James 1:17-27 welcome the word planted in you
Sermon:
With a Gentle Spirit
In the tradition of the prophets, Jesus challenges religious practice that lacks heart. It is the difference between external “going through the motions” and “the word planted in us” and growing there like a garden. How does that which should always be “Spirited” become empty and dry? And how do we bring it back to life, growing and flourishing?
In the tradition of the prophets, Jesus challenges religious practice that lacks heart. It is the difference between external “going through the motions” and “the word planted in us” and growing there like a garden. How does that which should always be “Spirited” become empty and dry? And how do we bring it back to life, growing and flourishing?