Daily Lectionary Readings for September 25, 2010
Psalm 118
Esther 9:1-32
Acts 20:1-16
Luke 4:38-44
Esther 9:1-32
Something of a summary and tying together of what has happened in the book of Esther and an explanation of the ongoing signifigance of these events - this is the origin of the Jewish festival Purim.
Having gone through Esther again in the past few days I find myself not sure how much I like the character of Mordecai in this story. He seems opportunistic and perfectly happy to let Esther do the heavy lifting. But not averse to reaping the benefits of her risks.
Acts 20:1-16
One of those passages to warm a preacher's heart. Paul goes on for so long that someone falls asleep and falls out the window their death. Paul asserts that they young man will be fine - which he turns out to be. Heads up sermon listeners: The pews are a good bet. Stay away from the windows.
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