Tag Archives: Walter Brueggemann

Preaching the startling news

Posted on February 14, 2017 by Mark Love

So, if part of the saving work of the gospel is to startle us into a new perception of the world (see my two previous posts), then what should the aim of preaching be? Preaching, every week preaching, should be … Continue reading →

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Singing Release for the Captives: Claire Davidson Frederick is coming to Streaming

Posted on May 12, 2015 by Mark Love

The most impressive gospel stories I know these days come from people who spend time in prisons. Go figure. I’m a little surprised too. But sit with Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove for awhile who advocates for prisoners in Durham, NC, or my … Continue reading →

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Ryan Woods is Coming to Streaming: one more reason you should as well

Posted on May 22, 2012 by Mark Love

I currently am using Common Prayer: A Liturgy for Young Radicals (edited by Shaine Claiborne and Jonathan Wilson-Hartgrove) for my daily prayers. Yes, I think of myself as a young radical. Today’s prayers included Psalm 109. “But you, O Lord … Continue reading →

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The First Great Commission: mercy, not sacrifice

Posted on April 3, 2012 by Mark Love

We all know how the gospel of Matthew ends: “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go into all the world, making disciples…” These verses, are less well known. “Woe to you scribes, Pharisees, hypocrites! … Continue reading →

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The Buzz About Unclean

Posted on March 28, 2012 by Mark Love

Richard Beck’s book, Unclean, is getting outstanding notices. We’re thrilled to have him coming to Streaming this June 18-20, and to put him in conversation with Walter Brueggemann. (They will have a one-on-one chat at the end of our program). … Continue reading →

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Mercy, Not Sacrifice: The Missional Imperative

Posted on February 21, 2012 by Mark Love

In Matthew 9, Jesus challenges the Pharisees, “Go and learn what this means, ‘I desire mercy, not sacrifice.’” A few chapters later, the Pharisees find themselves on the wrong side of a dispute about the law with Jesus. There he … Continue reading →

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