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Luke’s narrative moves to invite us to recognize that the breathtaking account of the birth of Christ cannot be contained in a twenty-minute children’s pageant. Grander than “once upon a time” the opening words “In those days” bring notice of a forthcoming rehearsal of a community’s memories, experiences, and hope. Setting aside expectations of a … Continue reading “Luke 2:[1-7] 8-20 Commentary by Joy J. Moore”

This scene opens with Roman trumpets blaring an imperial order coming from Caesar Augustus when Quirinius was governor of Syria. All the world jumps and runs to be enrolled. This is the impact of Roman domination. One man, one Roman man, can (as long as he is Caesar Augustus) issue an order and throw the … Continue reading “Luke 2:[1-7] 8-20 Commentary by Richard Swanson”

The comments for Nativity of Jesus: Proper 1 (December 24, 2015) suggest that the preacher could draw on Luke 2:1-20 as the whole preaching text if the congregation has just one service — either Christmas Eve or Christmas Day. If the congregation has a service Christmas Eve and a different service Christmas Day, the preacher … Continue reading “Luke 2:[1-7] 8-20 Commentary by Ron Allen”

Like a melody in a musical overture, Zechariah’s prophecy hints at things to come, while reflecting refrains from long before. Together with other “songs” in Luke — such as the songs of Mary (Luke 1:46-55), the heavenly host (1:14) and Simeon (1:29-32) — Zechariah’s contribution to the musical score offers a symphony of praise to … Continue reading “Luke 1:68-79 Commentary by Audrey West”

The Song of Zechariah heralds the dawning of the light of Jesus on all who sit in darkness. Once rendered mute on account of his doubt, the father of John is now the prophet who proclaims the fulfillment of God’s promises to Israel. His is a song of Advent, as we wait for the light … Continue reading “Luke 1:68-79 Commentary by Elizabeth Webb”

What better text to preach on the Second Sunday of Advent than Luke 1:68-79 (or even better, vv. 67-79). First, the passage is exquisite. The psalm that Zechariah sings in Luke 1 is one of the most beautiful psalms in the New Testament — well, in the whole Bible, for that matter. Second, the song is perfect … Continue reading “Luke 1:68-79 Commentary by Rolf Jacobson”

Even if you do not preach on Mary’s Psalm, sing it this weekend during Sabbath worship. [Find commentaries on Psalm 89:1-4, 19-26, by W. Dennis Tucker Jr. (2011) and Rolf Jacobson (2008).] Mary’s Psalm: A radical Advent carol The so-called “Magnificat” (somehow that name is too tame) is a radical protest song. The kind of song … Continue reading “Luke 1:46b-55 Commentary by Rolf Jacobson”

Y ya llega el momento esperado. Estamos ahí, cerca del acontecimiento. El Evangelio de Lucas abunda en detalles sobre el nacimiento. Aquél que estamos esperando, ya llegó. Los otros, básicamente, comienzan la obra de Jesús con su bautismo, salvo el Evangelio de Juan que agrega en su comienzo, como sabemos, un capítulo muy difícil, sobre … Continue reading “San Lucas 1:39-45, (46-55) Comentario por Diana Rocco Tedesco”

Una Espera con Espíritu de Alegría… Respecto del texto que tenemos para este domingo me gustaría señalar un par de temas que son muy importantes para Lucas. Son temas que recorren todo el evangelio y marcan una forma de comprender el seguimiento a Jesús. Tenerlos en cuenta en este tiempo de adviento, ya en la … Continue reading “San Lucas 1:39-45, (46-55) Comentario por Pablo Manuel Ferrer”

Traditionally, preachers move in one of two trajectories when reading this gospel for the Fourth Sunday in Advent: emphasizing either Mary or the One she magnifies. Either choice is justifiable and opens up excellent preaching opportunities. Mary, after all, is a model of faith. If her son will later function as the “second Adam” in … Continue reading “Luke 1:39-45, (46-55) Commentary by David Lose”