“The Journey to Forgiveness” (A42: Proper 19)
Genesis 50:15-21; Psalm 103:(1-7),8-13; Romans 14:1-12; Matthew 18:21-35 Davis argues that forgiveness is one of the hardest yet most necessary acts of faith and human wholeness. Using Joseph’s reconciliation with his brothers, Davis shows that...
A43: The Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Year A (2023)
“When I step back and look at the whole picture, transgressions and confessions are really the crux of it. At our best, most of what’s going on is forgiveness and compassion. Isn’t that the case...
A42: The Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Year A (2020)
In today’s Gospel lesson, Matthew 18:21-35, Peter wanted to know the statute of limitations on sin. “How many times should I forgive?” Brian K. Blount, President and Professor of New Testament at Union Presbyterian Seminary,...
A43: The Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost, Year A (2017)
Rev. Carla Pratt Keyes, Pastor of Ginter Park Presbyterian Church in Richmond, Virginia, preaches a sermon from Matthew 18:21-35. She begins, “Awhile back my congregation acted out today’s parable from Matthew – at a mid-week...