Do Not Despise These Little OnesPentecost 15; Matthew 18:10-20If churches think that numbers show success,he says he’s there with only two or three;Christ’s presence may be lost amidst a crowdwhere few can see who anyone might be. If angels of the little ones see Godand adults need to look with childlike eyes,why say: “Grow up!Continue reading “Do Not Despise These Little Ones”
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In Need of a Physician
In Need of a PhysicianPentecost 2; Matthew 9:9-13,18-26The tax collector Matthew worked for Romeand for his cut of takings on the side.Co-opted by the powers that seized his home,his soul was torn by choices that divide.His inner conflict and his neighbours’ scornbecame the sickness Jesus sought to heal.When he said, “Follow!” Matthew rose, new born,leftContinue reading “In Need of a Physician”
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