The Lord sends his spokesmen to speak words of judgment against religious authorities
Lectionary Preaching Workbook
Theme For The Day: The Lord sends his spokesmen to speak words of judgment against religious authorities. In the 1 Samuel text from the Revised Common Lectionary God speaks out against the corruption under Eli. In the Gospel Jesus challenges the common understanding of the Sabbath, which leads to Jesus' condemnation of the powers that be.
BRIEF COMMENTARY ON THE LESSONS
Lesson 1: 1 Samuel 3:1--20 (C)