Born Anew with Imperishable Faith - #Lectionary reflection for Easter 2A (1 Peter 1:3-9). A word about God’s mercy that brought new birth, leading to the living hope linked to the resurrection of Jesus. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/04/born... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @weeklylectionary.bsky.social
An Unexpected Encounter? #sermon for #EasterSunday (John 20:1-18). Jesus appears to Mary Magdalene, commissioning her as apostle to the apostles. Christ is Risen! Preached at Tyrone Community Presbyterian Church (PCUSA). www.bobcornwall.com/2026/04/an-u... #bgbg2 #lectionary #theosky
Setting our Minds on the Things Above - #Lectionary reflection for #EasterSunday (Colossians 3:1-4). A call to give allegiance to the Cosmic Christ who has risen & who reigns over all. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/03/sett... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @wjkbooks.com @weeklylectionary.bsky.social
It is #PalmSunday. Here is a sermon from a previous year (I'm not preaching today) - The Festal Path of Obedience (Psalm 118, Philippians 2). Let's remember that the triumphal entry led to the cross before the glory of Easter.
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Be Like Jesus, Be Humble - In an age of narcissism, the #lectionary reading from Philippians 2:5-11 for Palm/Passion Sunday offers a different path, so be like Jesus, be humble. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/03/be-l... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @weeklylectionary.bsky.social @wjkbooks.com
Having a Spiritual Mindset - #lectionary reflection for #Lent 5A (Romans 8:6-11). Setting our minds on the things of the Spirit rather than the Flesh, which is a life lived contrary to the way of God. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/03/havi... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky
Walking in the Light - #sermon for #Lent 4A (Ephesians 5:8-14), preached at Tyrone Community Presbyterian Church. Let Christ's light shine by doing what is good, right, & true.
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Once in Darkness, Now in Light - #Lectionary reflection for Lent 4A (Ephesians 5:8-14). Having left the darkness, now it's time to walk in the light by doing what is good, right, & true.
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Justified, Reconciled, & at Peace with God - Sermon for Lent 3A, preached at 1st Presbyterian Church (PCUSA) of Troy. Paul tells us we have peace w/ God through Christ, but what does that entail? Text & service video. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/03/just... #bgbg2 #lectionary #sermons #theosky
Finding a Pathway to Peace with God - #lectionary reflection for Lent 2A (Romans 5:1-11). For Paul, God has reached out through the suffering and death of Christ to reconcile us to Godself. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/03/find...
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Faith & the Children of Abraham - #lectionary reflection for #Lent 2A (Romans 4) - Call to embrace Abraham's model of trusting God, so we can be a blessing to the nations. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/02/fait... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @weeklylectionary.bsky.social
Let's Talk About Sin! - #Lectionary reflection for Lent 1A (Romans 5:12-19). We might not like talking about sin, but it’s useful, especially if we think in terms of participating in systems of death. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/02/lets... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @lectionarylink.bsky.social
Bearing Witness to Christ's Glory - #sermon for #TransfigurationSunday (2 Peter 1:16-21) - God claims Jesus as beloved Son, serves as lamp in the darkness. -- Preached at Tyrone Community Presbyterian Church. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/02/bear... #bgbg2 #lectionary #theosky
Bearing Witness to the Glory of God's Beloved Son - #Lectionary reflection for #TransfigurationSunday (2 Peter 1:16-21). A call to attend to the lamp that is Christ, not cleverly devised myths, so we can share the light. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/02/bear... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @wjkbooks.com
Seeking the Deeper Wisdom - #lectionary reflection for Epiphany 5A (1 Corinthians 2:1-12) - Paul declares that the cross reveals God's wisdom & glory contrary to cultural beliefs that see the cross as foolishness. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/02/seek... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky
What Does God Expect of us? - Sermon for Epiphany 4A (Micah 6:1-8) - Preached at 1st Presbyterian Church of Troy. Worship is good, but God really wants justice, kindness, & humility. Text & service video www.bobcornwall.com/2026/02/what... #bgbg2 #theosky
Divine Foolishness vs. Human Wisdom - #Lectionary reflection for Epiphany 4A (1 Corinthians 1:18-31). Paul emphasizes the cross, which is foolishness to many, but the source of salvation to those who receive it. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/divi... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky
Why Can't We Get Along? - #Lectionary reflection for Epiphany 3A (1 Corinthians 1:10-18). Paul calls for unity amidst division, reminding them of the power of the cross. So, what is the problem? www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/why-... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @rcldaily.bsky.social
On a Mission for God - My #sermon for Epiphany 2 A (Isaiah 49). With a bit of Blues Brothers, a message about a mission to be a light to the nations. Preached at Tyrone Community Presbyterian Church. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/on-m... #bgbg2 #lectionary #theosky #ccdoc
Saints of God, Gifted for Service - Lectionary Reflection for Epiphany 2A (1 Corinthians 1:1-9). Paul reminds the saints that they lack no gifts while waiting for the revealing of Jesus. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/sain... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #lectionary
Review - "The Fourth Synoptic Gospel: John's Knowledge of Matthew, Mark, & Luke" by @goodacre.bsky.social (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social). An intriguing proposal about the Gospel of John and its connections w/ the Synoptics. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/the-... #bgbg2 #bookreviews @erbks.bsky.social
God's No-Partiality Doctrine- #Lectionary reflection for #BaptismofJesusSunday (Acts 10:34-43). Peter shares the gospel w/ Cornelius' household, opening the way for Gentiles, demonstrating God's non-partiality doctrine. www.bobcornwall.com/2026/01/gods... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @wjkbooks.com
We Are God's Adopted Children - #lectionary reflection for #Christmas 2A (Ephesians 1:3-14). Claiming our destiny as children of God, as we move to the time when God gathers up all things. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/we-a... #ccdoc #bgbg2 @lectionary.bsky.social
A Word to the Saints of God - #Lectionary reflection for #Advent 4A (Romans 1:1-7). Paul introduces himself & his gospel concerning allegiance to Jesus Son of God. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/a-wo... #bgbg2 #ccdoc @wjkbooks.com @weeklylectionary.bsky.social
Review - The Well that Washes What It Shows: An Invitation to Holy Scripture by Jonathan Linebaugh (@eerdmansbooks.bsky.social). In the face of growing biblical illiteracy, here is a pastorally sensitive intro to the #Bible. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/the-... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #booksky #theosky
Just Be Patient, It Won't Be Long - #Lectionary Reflection for #Advent 3A (James 5:7-10). James calls for patience & Endurance as the Beloved wait for Christ's return. How long will it be for the arc of justice? www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/just... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #theosky @wjkbooks.com
Living Together in Harmony - #Sermon for #Advent 2A ( #PeaceSunday ) (Romans 15:4-13). Preached at 1st Presbyterian Church of Troy, MI. Let us be peacemakers, starting within the church, so we might be a blessing & glorify God. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/12/livi... #bgbg2 #lectionary @wjkbooks.com
Envisioning a Hopeful & Peaceful Future- #Lectionary Reflection for #Advent 2A (#PeaceSunday). (Romans 15:4-13). Paul took the Gospel to the Gentiles, so Jew and Gentile might worship God together in Christ.
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Time to Wake Up, Salvation Is At Hand - #Lectionary Reflection for #Advent 1A (Romans 13:11-14). Walk decently, as in light of day, not darkness. www.bobcornwall.com/2025/11/time... #bgbg2 #ccdoc #eschatology @rcldaily.bsky.social @wjkbooks.com
A Different Kind of King - #lectionary reflection for #ChristtheKing Sunday (Luke 23). In contrast to other "kings", Jesus' throne is a cross, from which he forgives his mockers.
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