The story of the “Good Samaritan” is one of the best known passages in the New Testament, but only Luke 10:25-37 tells the story. And here it is, as the Gospel for the 5th Sunday after Pentecost/Proper 10(15). Luke 10:25-37 I love this story. It points to features of Jesus ministry and teaching that are […]
The Good Samaritan: A Lenten Reflection on Heidelberg Catechism Q. 9
I can’t do it! You are not being fair.” Both as a parent and as a teacher I’ve inspired those accusations. Does our ability change our responsibility? If the rules tell me I have to do something, but my life says I just can’t do it, what happens? Of course I don’t ask people to […]