Jesus is again replacing the Law with conscience in this Sunday’s Gospel, “You have heard the law, An eye for an eye and a tooth for a tooth. But I say to you, offer no resistance to one who is evil.” Resistance is the current mood in the U.S. How can it be that Jesus … Continue reading “Obstruct, Resist, Love”
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Privatizing Wealth: Old and New
Most of Jesus’ listeners lack money and resources. It seems odd then that Jesus tells them a parable this Sunday about their careful use of them. The parable begins with a wealthy landowner who will be letting his manager go because he is wasteful. The manager obviously wants a comfortable next position. He decides to … Continue reading “Privatizing Wealth: Old and New”