The only way to INHERIT eternal life is to be the eldest son of the one who owns eternal life. Everyone else can only receive eternal life as a freely given gift from the owner.
Year B
Pentecost 20
October 14, 2012
Sunday between October 9 and October 15 inclusive
Proper 23, Ordinary Time 28
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Sermon by the Rev. Dr. George Hermanson, "."
Whereas last week I had to confess my conflict of interest in discerning the text was that I am divorced and re-married, this week I have to confess that I grew up relatively poor. Which of course means I am a completely neutral and impartial interpreter of Jesus' teachings about money (just kidding).
The text begins with a young man running up to Jesus, kneeling before him, and addressing him as "Good teacher." All 3 of these actions are done only by an inferior to a superior. And though they may not be meant as such, they are a challenge to Jesus' honour! How so?
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Click here for the complete Holy Textures background commentary on Mark 10:17-31.
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