Brainwave 771: Second Sunday in Lent (B) - Feb. 28, 2021
Feb 21, 2021
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Explore the significance of recognizing Jesus as the Christ, taking up the cross to confront powers, triumph of God's goodness over societal darkness, self-renunciation for God's kingdom, Sarah's trust in God's promises, and the challenges of true discipleship and enduring faithfulness of God.
Jesus's death signifies counter-cultural reality of the kingdom of God
Praising God aligns individuals with transformative vision and communal faith
Deep dives
Interpreting Mark 8:31-38
Mark 8:31-38 challenges conventional expectations by introducing the topic of death and suffering after Peter's confession of Jesus as the Christ. This shift underscores the necessity for Jesus to undergo suffering, death, and resurrection, highlighting the central teaching about the kingdom of God's counter-cultural reality.
Teaching on Discipleship and Self-Identification
Mark emphasizes teaching rather than prediction in addressing the necessity of Jesus's death for the kingdom of God. The call to take up one's cross symbolizes not just suffering but standing against oppressive powers, challenging the idea of justified suffering and emphasizing the new identity and belonging found in aligning with Jesus's radical teachings and community.
Exploring the Promise to Abraham and Universal Praise
The promise to Abraham in Genesis 17 represents a broader family of humanity, reflecting God's promise to all nations. The concept of praising God aligns individuals with God's vision and steadfastness, leading to a transformative alignment with God's promises. The expansive praise in Psalm 22 mirrors the universal nature of God's grace extending to all, past, present, and future, emphasizing the diverse and communal aspect of faith and worship.
Join Profs. Rolf Jacobson, Karoline Lewis, Joy J. Moore, and Matt Skinner for a conversation on the Revised Common Lectionary texts for Second Sunday in Lent (Lent2B). Recorded via Zoom on January 28, 2021, for Working Preacher. Watch video version at https://youtu.be/8y4xKSTpASk
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