There are Sundays when we look at the lectionary readings and wonder how all three passages work together. Well, the answer is that the committee charged with establishing the lectionary didn't intend that all three of the scriptures should have equal weight as we consider what and how to preach. This Sunday is an obvious example. The lectionary has been leading us through the gospel of Luke, and this week's reading from Colossians goes easily with the gospel reading, emphasizing the fresh new approach to God that Christ introduces.
