This is a reflection based on Jesus’ famous encounter with Nicodemus in John 3, but it also brings in ideas from his other two appearances in the gospel. The readings are: John 3:1-17; John 7:45-52; John 19:38-42. “Why did you go, Nicodemus? Why did you go to see this strange character, Jesus of Nazareth? Did … Continue reading Why, Nicodemus?
Month: March 2018
Jesus Christ is raging
This is the sermon I delivered today, the Third Sunday in Lent, at Putney Methodist Church. The set text was John 2:13-25 (Jesus cleanses the Temple). Sadly, we seem to be a very angry generation, even an angry world, at present. One cannot turn on the television, seemingly, without seeing images of people rioting … Continue reading Jesus Christ is raging