Moses Biney
July 16, 2021 – 11:08 pm | Comments Off on Greetings from the Editor

I want to begin my introductory editorial comments with the expression of much gratitude to all my predecessors, especially the most immediate, Rev. Dr. Jin Hee Han whose calm yet compelling call to me to …

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What Does the Bible Say About Environmental Care?
July 2, 2012 – 10:45 am | Comments Off on What Does the Bible Say About Environmental Care?
What Does the Bible Say About Environmental Care?

By Johannes Unsok Ro

The Bible offers a common thread related to caring for marginalized individuals in human society. However, there is another essential area of care in the Bible that goes beyond relationships among humans–Environmental Care. Through specific biblical quotes, the author builds a substantial case for the need to change our attitudes about our planet.

The Importance of Self Care for Ministry Leaders
July 2, 2012 – 10:44 am | Comments Off on The Importance of Self Care for Ministry Leaders
The Importance of Self Care for Ministry Leaders

By Donald L. Odom

Caregivers are often guilty of not practicing what they preach. They make sure appointments are kept; and point out the little things that could be overlooked to ensure everything is in order. We ministers as caregivers and may find our plates overflowing and yet unable to say no, or to ask for help. To achieve maximum efficiency, we need to take care of ourselves beyond our responsibilities to the church and ministry

Lectionary Guide
July 2, 2012 – 10:43 am | Comments Off on Lectionary Guide
Lectionary Guide

By Jin H. Han, Old Testament; Efrain Agosto, New Testament Epistles; Jerry Reisig, New Testament Gospel

These lectionary notes serve the Sundays and feasts in July-September 2012.

Book Review: The Breath of God by Jeffrey Small
July 2, 2012 – 10:42 am | Comments Off on Book Review: The Breath of God by Jeffrey Small
Book Review: The Breath of God by Jeffrey Small

Reviewed by Robert W. Gunn

The Breath of God by Jeffrey Small (San Francisco: West Hills Press, 2011).

Quotations from Scripture and Other Writings on Care
July 2, 2012 – 10:41 am | Comments Off on Quotations from Scripture and Other Writings on Care
Quotations from Scripture and Other Writings on Care

Compiled by Darla Turlington and her research team

Quotations about Caring for one another.

Greetings From the Editor
July 2, 2012 – 10:40 am | Comments Off on Greetings From the Editor
Greetings From the Editor

By Jin Hee Han

On behalf of the editorial and production team of The Living Pulpit, I send you peace and grace through our Lord. Our April-June 2012 issue on the raising of Jesus Christ received an enthusiastic reception, adding to the celebration of the hope of resurrection. It seems the spirit of Easter never wears out, for each Sunday brings a testimony to the everlasting life in the Lord.

Imagining Resurrection in the Old Testament
April 4, 2012 – 1:43 pm | Comments Off on Imagining Resurrection in the Old Testament
Imagining Resurrection in the Old Testament

By Stephen Reed

In a dialogue between Jesus and the Sadducees we learn that they did not believe in the resurrection. One might think that we should use only the New Testament when we want to preach and teach about resurrection. Still, New Testament writers do use resurrection language from Old Testament texts.

Preaching and Living the Resurrection Today
April 4, 2012 – 1:30 pm | Comments Off on Preaching and Living the Resurrection Today
Preaching and Living the Resurrection Today

By Michael Gorman

Whether we think of the first century or the twenty-first, the resurrection is both a central and a controversial part of Christian theology and experience. Today, however, we often hear about those who challenge the possibility of resurrection—whether Christ’s or ours—both outside and inside the Christian church.

Resurrection through a Jewish Lens: O God! What Have You Done for Me Lately?
April 4, 2012 – 1:28 pm | 2 Comments
Resurrection through a Jewish Lens: O God! What Have You Done for Me Lately?

By Jo David

A first century C.E. rabbi reflects a deep skepticism about messianism, which serves as an illustration of how resurrection is still viewed within the Jewish world. To understand the historical and current view of resurrection in Judaism, a knowledge of how Jews process theology is essential.

Preaching as Witnesses on Easter
April 4, 2012 – 1:27 pm | Comments Off on Preaching as Witnesses on Easter
Preaching as Witnesses on Easter

By Deok-Weon Ahn

The shout: “Christ is risen today!” is the most basic tool of the missionary and the minister. The general consensus tends to view it as a command, but it gives ministers a question for self-reflection–a vital tool for preachers preparing sermons on resurrection.

Resurrection Sunday: A Great Time for Teaching
April 4, 2012 – 1:26 pm | Comments Off on Resurrection Sunday: A Great Time for Teaching
Resurrection Sunday: A Great Time for Teaching

By Kimberly S. Credit

While we tell the intricate details of the Christmas story about the birth of Christ, when it comes to Resurrection Sunday, we only shout about Jesus being raised from the tomb, hardly ever explaining just what that means for humanity.

Easter Sunrise
April 4, 2012 – 1:25 pm | One Comment
Easter Sunrise

By Harold Dean Trulear

When Jesus Christ died on the cross, he was an inmate. Incarceration in America carries more than the punishment of “doing time.” Shame and stigmatization plague an inmate his or her whole life. Those twin maladies spread like a virus to relatives left behind.