Lectionary Tales for the Pulpit
Jerusalem was not far now. It had been a long journey through Galilee, Samaria, and Judea -- a long journey of teaching, healing, controversy, and, yes, opposition. But now Jesus nears his goal. Jerusalem, the holy city, the destination for faithful Jews throughout history. Suddenly, an interruption -- some Pharisees with a warning: "Leave this place and go somewhere else. Herod wants to kill you" (Luke 13:31). But Jesus will not be dissuaded. He has work to do ... even though he is not received well nor welcomed.