In another few weeks, I'll be preaching for the second time this summer. The first time went over well, so they're giving me another shot. I haven't decided on my passage quite yet, but I think I'll work with the New Testament this time around. So, what does that have to do with the title of my post?
Well, I was reading through the lectionary texts for July 27 and was struck by the Gospel reading, Matthew 13:31-33 and 44-52. These verses contain four parables that describe what the kingdom of heaven is like.
It's like a mustard seed...
and yeast...
and a pearl...
and a net...
I couldn't help but laugh about the variety and the seeming contradictions contained in these descriptions. Obviously, the kingdom of God cannot be described in one way or in comparison to one object, but I can just imagine the disciples looking confused and scratching their heads at Jesus' words.
Despite the humor I see in this passage, I don't think I'm going to preach on Matthew because the Romans text for that week is just too tempting. Maybe I should jump out of the lectionary box, though. There probably wouldn't be that many people who'd notice.
Are there any passages that strike you as funny, laugh-out-loud funny?
1 comment:
I am reminded of good old GFAG and "Woetoyou" and something about someone smelling awful - perhaps Lazurus? I also appreciate in Acts when Peter is accused of being drunk and someone says something about it being only 9 in the morning. Gotta love Nimrod too...good ole Nimrod.
Post a Comment